One District United e-Newsletter
A publication of Ferguson-Florissant School District
Thanksgiving Break
REMINDER: All FFSD schools and offices will be closed Nov. 26-28, 2025, for Thanksgiving Break. We’ll see you back when classes resume on Monday, Dec. 1. Wishing everyone a safe and relaxing holiday break.
Here We Grow Again
Great News! 2025 State Assessment Scores Move Up
Great news! The Missouri Department of Elementary and Secondary Education released the 2025 assessment results for schools across the state. Scores for Ferguson-Florissant School District show an increase over previous years. We are #FergFlorProud of the growth our students have shown in Math, Science and Social Studies. The APR score represents a 2.75 -point increase in our overall district performance score. Ferguson-Florissant continues to move upward, remaining the second-highest-performing district in the North/Northwest County area. With a 3.6-point increase in 2024 and a 2.75-point increase in 2025, this represents a total growth of 6.35 points over the past two years.
Students have demonstrated growth across subjects and grade levels, showing their hard work is paying off. These improvements would not be possible without the instructional skill, and support of our teachers and staff members who support students. Additionally, FFSD's graduation rate remains impressive at 93%, continuing an eight-year streak of surpassing 90%, which is above the state average. Learn more here.
Ferguson-Florissant Makes Continued Growth
STEAM Middle Blue Ribbon Recognition and US News & World Report
We are proud to announce that STEAM Academy Middle School has been recognized as a 2025 National Blue Ribbon School by the U.S. Department of Education. The school received this honor just before the program’s sudden conclusion.
The National Blue Ribbon Schools Program celebrates public and private schools across the country for their overall academic excellence and success in closing achievement gaps. STEAM Academy Middle earned recognition in the Exemplary High-Performing Schools category, placing it among the top-performing schools in both Missouri and the nation.Adding to this incredible achievement, U.S. News & World Report has ranked STEAM Academy Middle as the #3 Middle School in Missouri out of 1,478 middle schools for the second year in a row. See how they rank among other middle schools in the area. Learn more about the rankings here: Best middle schools in Missouri: https://www.usnews.com/education/k12/middle-schools/missouri
Red Tail Cadets Application Now Open
This Aviation Program is Exclusive For FFSD Students
The application window for the next cohort of the Red Tail Cadets program is now open and closes on December 19, 2025.
The program requirements are as follows:
- Currently enrolled and in good standing in the Ferguson-Florissant School District
- Grades 9-11
- Between 16-18 years old (must be at least 16 years old on or before July 1, 2026)
- Outstanding character and team-focused
- Must hold a minimum GPA of 3.25 on a 4.0 scale
- Demonstrates aptitude for testing and application
- Additional consideration will be given to applicants with advanced placement or college-level courses
- High achievement in STEM programs
- FACULTY/ADMINISTRATOR RECOMMENDATION
Over the upcoming holiday break, students are strongly encouraged to apply for the program at this link.
Parker Road Brings the Village Together for Real Men Read
Parker Road brought the whole village together for this year’s Real Men Read event. Veterans, McCluer North students, church leaders, district staff, family members, and parents all came out to support young readers. Guests shared stories, encouragement, and a love of literacy. Thank you to everyone who continues to make this such a meaningful initiative.
Happy Thanksgiving
Upcoming Dates:
Nov. 26-28
No School/District Closed/Thanksgiving Break
Wednesday, Dec. 10 @ 6 p.m. (Watch Live)
Board of Education Meeting
Administration Center
Dec. 18-19
Half-Day for PreK-12 Students
Finals for Grades 6-12
Dec. 22-Jan. 2
District Closed/Winter Break
Monday, Jan. 5, 2026
Classes resume
Wednesday, Jan. 14 @ 6 p.m. (Watch Live)
Board of Education Meeting
Administration Center
Monday, Jan. 19
No School/District Offices Closed
MLK Holiday