November District Newsletter

The 5th and 6th grade class had a Zoom meeting with an astronomer from the NOAA Space Weather Prediction Center. This meeting was very educational and informative for our students.

Congratulations to our JH Boys who placed 3rd in the CLAA Conference Tournament!

Huge win for our Aggies!

Ending the regular season 9-0 and your 2025 Conference Champs!

The 4th-grade class went to Jefferson City. They toured the Capitol, the governor's mansion, and Jefferson Landing. Mrs. Peggy McGaugh treated them to ice cream at Central Dairy Ice Cream.

Our K-3rd grade class went to Apple of My Eye Farm & Orchard in Platte City, MO

We're so proud of Dakota and Anthony for an awesome showing at the Special Olympics at Carrollton.

Dakota placed 1st in his long jump heat and 2nd in the 25m run.

Anthony placed 1st in his long jump heat and 2nd in the 15m run.

Congratulations to our Lady Aggies on their 1st place finish in the Aggie Invitational!

Our FACS Classes have been busy.

Our FACS students have been learning through real, hands-on experiences this fall- and it's been delicious.

They started the year with fresh corn on the cob, which they processed, canned, and enjoyed alongside home fried potatoes and mashed potatoes. They extracted honey straight from the frame brought in from the bee hives, then baked rolls and bread to enjoy it with. They also worked with apples to make pies, apple butter, and apple chips using dehydrator.

The senior class explored careers, using O*NET, researched post-secondary options, and created polished resumes- and we're proud to share that Emma used hers to land a job at Dollar General!

Sewing skills were another focus this semester. They learned to sew on buttons, patch holes, and repair seams. Then, putting those skills to use, they created adorable "monsters" for our kindergarten and 1st grade students.

The 8th grade FACS class hosted a family dinner to show off their learning. They planned the menu, mailed invitations, and prepared a full feast featuring fried chicken, mashed potatoes, canned corn, apple butter, Hawaiian sweet rolls, cinnamon rolls, and waffles.

The senior class also planned and prepared the dinner for our CSIP meeting, carefully budgeting for a meal for 35 people. Their menu included marinated chicken, green beans, mac & cheese, salad, Oreo trifle , and banana pudding.

In life skills, students have been developing important daily living and independence skills through hands-on activities. They have practiced preparing simple meals such as peanut butter and jelly sandwiches, grilled cheese, and tortilla pizzas, learning to follow directions, use kitchen tools safely, and clean up after themselves. The older students have taken these skills a step further by participating in grocery shopping for various classes. They work on creating shopping lists, budgeting, comparing prices, and locating the correct items in the store. These experiences help students build confidence, responsibility, and real-world problem-solving skills that support their independence beyond the classroom.

Our MS/HS history teacher, David Cox, was presented with a $250 check from the Daughters of the American Colonists, Osage Chapter. The funds can be used at Mr. Cox's discretion to promote historical projects in the classroom. Pictured: Olivia Hockemeier, Elementary Principal, History teacher David Cox and Mary Bliefnick, DAC, Osage Chapter.

If you are interested in your child being seen by the HCC dentist, please contact Nurse Amy for further information. They come twice a year for cleanings and many times in between for dental issues (fillings and extractions).

FAFSA Parent Information: Steps to Complete the Application

Filling out the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) is an important step in securing financial aid for college. Here’s how parents can help:

1. Create an FSA ID: Both the student and one parent need to create a Federal Student Aid (FSA) ID at studentaid.gov.
2. Gather Documents: Collect Social Security numbers, federal tax returns for the 2024 year, W-2s, bank statements, and records of investments.
3. Start the FAFSA: Go to studentaid.gov and select “Start Here” to begin the application. The student will sign in as it is their FAFSA.
4. Enter Student and Parent Information: Fill in personal and financial details as prompted. Use the IRS Data Retrieval Tool if available to import tax information.
5. List Schools: Add the colleges your student is interested in attending so they receive your FAFSA information.
6. Sign and Submit: Both the student and parent must sign the FAFSA electronically using their FSA IDs, then submit the application.
7. Review Confirmation: After submission, you’ll receive a confirmation page. Watch for follow-up emails about your student’s financial aid eligibility.

A+ Program Eligibility

To be eligible for assistance you must meet the following requirements:

High School Students

• Be a U.S. citizen or permanent resident.
• Enter into a written agreement with your high school prior to graduation.
• Attend a designated A+ high school for 2 years prior to graduation.
  • In addition, regardless of graduation year, if one of the parents is a member of the military on active duty or has retired from the military and relocated to Missouri within one year of their retirement, the student is exempt from this requirement. However, they must attend an A+ designated high school in the school year immediately preceding graduation and meet all of the other high school eligibility requirements.
• Graduate from an A+ designated high school with an overall unweighted grade point average of 2.5 or higher on a 4.0 scale.
• Have at least a 95% attendance record overall for grades 9-12.
• Perform at least 50 hours of unpaid tutoring or mentoring, of which up to 25% may include job shadowing prior to graduation.
• Maintain a record of good citizenship and avoid the unlawful use of drugs and/or alcohol while in grades 9-12.
• Have achieved a score of proficient or advanced on the Algebra I end of course exam or a higher level DESE approved end-of-course exam in the field of mathematics.

• 2018 High School Seniors and Forward - If a student meets all of the eligibility requirements for their high school graduating class except the end of course exam requirement, they may establish eligibility by achieving an ACT math subscore and high school GPA in accordance with the following scale.

• Pre-ACT or ACT Math ScoreAndHigh School GPA

  17 or greaterAnd2.5 or greater

  16And2.8 or greater

  15And3.0 or greater

  
  

October Elementary Counseling lessons K-6 will focus on decision making, emotional regulation, and friendships. We will be talking about identifying problems and how to make smart choices. We will discuss different emotions and what to do with overwhelming emotions by using coping skills. We will continue to talk about friendship building and friendship skills and using empathy and tolerance towards one another.

It's never been easier to get a student started in School-Based Therapy! Our school district has contracted with Country Crossroads Counseling to offer counseling services in our school, during school hours. Go to www.countrycrossroadscounseling.com and click on the School-Based Therapy Intake Form on the home page of the website. Enter the student's basic information, school information, and an intake coordinator will reach out to you within 48 business hours by email.

For more information call 816-343-4940.