SG R-II Connection

Good morning, SG R-II families,

As we settle into fall, the crisp mornings and changing leaves remind us how quickly the semester is moving. Our hallways have been full of activity and excitement—from Homecoming celebrations to classroom projects and community events. We appreciate the way our families continue to stay engaged and connected—it’s that sense of community that makes Ste. Genevieve such a special place to learn and grow.

This week, we recognized National School Bus Safety Week. Our bus drivers led safety drills with students, and our buildings showed their appreciation by surprising our transportation team with treats and thank-yous. We’re grateful for the vital role our drivers play—not only in ensuring safety, but in being a steady, familiar presence that helps our students begin and end each school day.

Next week, we’ll join together once again for Red Ribbon Week. On Wednesday, we encourage everyone to wear red to show our shared commitment to a drug-free community. Local businesses and organizations are also invited to display red ribbons and participate alongside our students and staff. We appreciate our community partners who help make this week a meaningful reminder of the power of good choices and strong support systems.

As teachers and families come together for Parent-Teacher Conferences, I hope these conversations lead to continued growth and connection. Thank you for investing the time to celebrate progress, discuss goals, and strengthen the partnership that supports each student’s success.

Enjoy the beautiful fall days ahead and have a safe, restful extended weekend.

Dr. Taylor

Superintendent

Wrestling:

• The foundation footings have been poured for the walls, and crews have begun working on the walls, as well.
• We are excited to share that approximately $190,000 in savings was identified through the value engineering process. Currently, this project is estimated to cost about $3.2 million, and is scheduled to be complete by August 2026.
• The floor plan includes a practice wrestling area, office and storage space, locker rooms and restrooms, and a golf simulation room. The building will be situated behind the PAC.
• The district still plans to renovate the current wrestling room and weight room to provide additional space and updated equipment to better support our student-athletes.

Submit a nomination here! The deadline for nominations is Nov. 1.

The SGHS Hall of Fame recognizes citizens who have led distinguished lives and serve as positive role models for present & future SG R-II students. We would like to invite our community to submit nominations for the following two recognitions:

• HALL OF FAME NOMINEES: A nominee must have graduated from Ste. Genevieve High School, graduated 15 years prior to being nominated and whose nomination was based upon the following qualifications: LEADERSHIP, CHARACTER, ACHIEVEMENT, SERVICE, AND SUITABILITY AS A ROLE MODEL TO STUDENTS.

• DRAGON AWARD NOMINEES: A nominee must have made a significant contribution to the success and accomplishments of the Ste. Genevieve County R-II School District, but did not graduate from Ste. Genevieve High School. The nomination will be based on the following qualifications: LEADERSHIP, CHARACTER, ACHIEVEMENT, SERVICE, AND SUITABILITY AS A ROLE MODEL TO STUDENTS.

The Adopt-A-Family program is now accepting applications for the holiday season! Forms are due Thursday, Nov. 7.

To apply:

• Request a form be sent home with their child by emailing sgegg@sgdragons.org
• or calling 573-883-4500, ext. 2980.
• Pick up an application at the Ste. Genevieve County Community Center.
• Or, if you’re able to print your own, download the form here: https://bit.ly/4hoKgCZ

Please return completed applications by Nov. 7.

Next week is Red Ribbon Week, where schools promote drug awareness, prevention, and healthy lifestyle choices among students, families, and communities.

Remember to WEAR RED WEDNESDAY for “Drugs Make Me See Red” Day! This is the day we invite our entire community to wear red to show unity in supporting a drug-free community.

Local businesses and organizations are encouraged to join our students and staff by displaying red ribbons and wearing red throughout the week.

Our schools would also like to share a heartfelt thank-you to the many local businesses and organizations that continue to help make Red Ribbon Week a success in Ste. Genevieve County.

If you would like resources to help you begin open conversations with your child (age appropriate) on the healthy decision making and the dangers of destructive decisions and potential repercussions, check out the document below!

Check out the Board Briefs and the Board Minutes from the Tuesday, Oct. 20, 2025, Board of Education Regular Meeting here. This unofficial document includes more context and details than our official Board News. All Board documents, such as the Board News, the presentation and these Board Briefs, are located on the “Board of Education” page of our district's website.

🚌💚 It’s National School Bus Safety Week! Our bus drivers have been leading safety drills with students, and all week, our buildings have shown their appreciation by surprising our transportation team with treats and thank-yous.

We want to share a big thank-you to our bus drivers and aides who work diligently each day to transport our students safely to and from school. They’re often the first and last school personnel our students see each day, and their care and reliability make a lasting difference.

Check out the resources below about about keeping students safe in and around our buses: