SHS Student Wildcat Roar

Dear Students and Families,

If you’re reading this, it means we’ve made it to another school year—and that deserves a celebration (or at least a donut)!

I’m thrilled to welcome you to the 2025–26 school year at Slater High School. Whether you're brand new to our halls or returning for your senior lap, we’re so glad you’re here. This year, we’re focused on learning, growing, and having fun along the way.

Expect some challenges (because that’s life), plenty of school spirit, and lots of opportunities to get involved. We’re a small school with a big heart—and I can’t wait to see what we accomplish together.

Scroll through this edition of the SHS Student Wildcat Roar to see what we've been up to - and what you need to know before the first day of school. ('Normal' SHS Student Wildcat Roars have more info, less regurgitation of our website, but you've been busy this Summer, so I'm trying to help you catch up in one spot!) You can keep up with us on Facebook, X, Instagram, or on our website! You can also opt in to receiving text alerts (the best way to stay informed on the latest news) when you register through TeacherEase.

I'll send another edition out next week with some frequently asked questions/answers and info about the FIRST DAY OF SCHOOL😀.

Have a great week, Wildcats!

All the best,
J Clem

👋 Are you looking for a flexible, rewarding way to make a difference? Slater Schools is always looking for great Substitute Teachers!

Fall Sports are right around the corner! (August 2-10 is MSHSAA's designated 'No Contact Week'.)

- Completed TeacherEase registration, including MSHSAA Pre-participation form

INCOMING FRESHMEN AND SENIORS! Mark your calendars for a night of info before school begins! Parents are invited to attend alongside their student for snacks, Q&A and take-home materials from the HS Counseling Office. Hope to see you there!

🗣️📣🔈Here is more about our opportunity with @TMobile Friday Night 5G Lights‼️

Want to help? 👀This is what you need to do.‼️

✅ Make a post about our Slater Wildcats (on Instagram)

✅Use #FN5GL and #Sweepstakes

✅Tag @slaterhswildcats and @TMoblie

Don't have Instagram ? No worries! Repost and spread the word on all social media using the same hashtags ‼️ Everything Helps‼️ S.L.A. 🗣️📣📢‼️

Slater Community - Because of YOUR support with likes and reposts Slater High School was one of 100 schools nationwide to win $5000 this Friday in Week One of the T-Mobile Friday Night Lights Contest.

It's doesn't stop there! Keep Reposting and using #FN5GL and tag @TMobile & @slaterhswildcats for us to have the chance to win $25000. The more likes and repost the better chance to win! Keep it up and we will find out September 25 if we made the top

S.L.A. Serve, Lead, Achieve

🏀 Gym Floor Fundraising Project Is Underway! 🏀

We’re excited to announce that our gym floor renovation is in motion—and we need your help to make it a success! You can contribute in two ways: Make a personal or business donation Join the Class Challenge and rally your classmates to raise the most funds! All donors and participating classes will be honored on a commemorative plaque displayed in the gym—a lasting reminder of your support and school spirit. Help us leave a legacy that lasts for generations.

INCOMING FRESHMEN AND SENIORS! Mark your calendars for a night of info before school begins! Parents are invited to attend alongside their student for snacks, Q&A and take-home materials from the HS Counseling Office. Hope to see you there!

ATTENDANCE MEASURES
The following measures may be utilized throughout the school year: reminder letters/emails, hotline call(s) may be placed, outside agencies (law enforcement, juvenile office) may be contacted.

1. Students whose cumulative attendance falls between 80-90% as of May 1st will be required to attend one week of summer school. Students who fail to attend will serve this time in transition at the beginning of the following school year.

2. Students whose cumulative attendance falls below 80% as of May 1st will be required to attend two weeks of summer school. Students who fail to attend will serve this time in transition at the beginning of the following school year.

GRADUATION REQUIREMENTS
Students must meet all district graduation requirements per BOE policy IKF to graduate. Graduation requirements and grading scales for a student with a disability(ies) may be determined according to the student's Individualized Education Plan (IEP).

Participation in the commencement ceremony is a privilege and not a right. Students must be in good standing and have no outstanding balance on school accounts to participate in graduation or promotion ceremonies.

What staff member deserves a shout out?

Take a minute to let me know all about it by filling out THIS FORM.

Students, Parents, and Staff can give a shout out to any Slater Schools employee! We'll make sure they receive a copy of it and will look for ways to share them with you throughout the year as well.

Let's get to bragging about all the good people around here!

Please note the policy for Unsportsmanlike Actions at an extra-curricular activity:

1. Administrator Warning

2. Minimum of 1 week, up to and including 365 day suspension from all District extracurricular events

3. 365 day suspension from all District extracurricular activities

Due to liability concerns from our insurance company, pets are not permitted on school property, including the Sports Complex.

This excludes service animals and classroom/curricular animals, pre approved by a Building Principal.

• The van leaves at 7:25 am
• If the temperature/weather results in a school cancelation or late start for Slater HS, SCCC students will NOT travel, even if Marshall is in session.
• If Slater is in session, but Marshall is not, SCCC students will report to Slater HS at or before 10:45 am.

Email: jclements@slaterschools.net
Website: slaterschools.net
Location: 515 Elm Street, Slater, MO, United States
Phone: 660-631-5298
Twitter: @SlaterPrincipal