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SHS Student Wildcat Roar

September 19, 2025

SHS StudentWildcat RoarSeptember 19, 2025
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Fundraiser: Football (Domino's cards)

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Junior Class - Homecoming Shirts



Monday, September 22
7:30 am - Girls Golf leaves for Moberly
8:00 am - Eligibility Check #2 (Attendance & Grades), Tardy report runs

9:00 am - Admin Meeting
5:00 pm - PTO & Title 1 meeting @Library

7:00 pm - FBLA Event

Tuesday, September 23
5:00 pm - V Softball @Madison (Bus leaves:TBA/Admin: TBA)
5:00 pm - September Board of Education meeting @Library

Wednesday, September 24
School Picture Day - SCCC students take photos before you leave for Marshall
7:30 am - Yearbook leaves for Training @Boonville HS
7:00 pm - Cheer Showcase @Glasgow


Thursday, September 25

7:15 am - HS Life Academy Meeting @TBA
7:00 pm - Coronation Practice @Field

7:30-9:00 pm- Pep Assembly, Bonfire @Sports Complex

Friday, September 26
12:20 pm - Life Academy

1:10 pm - Report to Gym
1:15 pm - HS Student of the Month Assembly @Gym
1:20 pm - Homecoming Pep Assembly @Gym

2:00 pm - Parade Lineup starts
2:15 pm - Parade
2:45 pm (give or take) - HS Dismissed for Day, Bus riders/pick up wait on campus
7:00 pm - Football v. Keytesville (N Gate: Boggs/S Gate: T Falls / Admin: J. Clements)

Halftime - Coronation, Float Winners Announced
30 minutes after the Game - HS Homecoming Dance (Key, Sample, Z. Crews, Bowling)


Saturday, September 27
V Softball @Brunswick (Admin: J. Clements)

NEW BUSINESS NEW BUSINESS

Homecoming 101 Homecoming 101

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Homecoming FAQ Homecoming FAQ

Do people really dress up for Spirit Days?
Yes.


Does the Dress Code still apply for Spirit Days?

Absolutely.


What happens at the Bonfire?

Our Homecoming Pep Assembly will start at 7:30, featuring Cheer, Band, and Candidate games in addition to team introductions. When we're done at the field, we will walk to the bonfire at the little field (near the concession stand) to give students time to mingle and enjoy the ambiance.

The Bonfire activity is over at 9:00.


How will I know what my class is doing for a parade Float and when they're working on it?
That information will come from your Class Sponsors, typically in SportsYou or GroupMe.


What are we doing at school on Friday?

Our morning is a regular morning.

After lunch, we'll have our first Life Academy with several mini-sessions. You'll report to your 5th hour class for attendance, then head to your first Life Academy session.

At 1:15, we'll head to the Gym for our Student of the Month assembly and a continuation of Thursday night's Pep Assembly. We will dismiss for parade line-up from there (keep reading!). You DO NOT need your backpacks on Friday afternoon.


Who participates in the parade?
The Homecoming Parade begins at 2:15 pm. Every HS student participates in the parade. Whether you're in the band, a King or Queen candidate, on the Football truck, or walking with your Class, EVERYONE participates in the parade. (If you can't walk the route for a medical reason, you'll stay on campus with the HS teacher assigned to stay.)


What happens after the parade?
Once you're back on campus after the parade, you may leave for the day. (This is typically a few minutes before 3:00 for HS students. Elementary students stay until the 3:00 dismissal.) Buses won't leave until the normal time, so if you ride a bus, you need to stay on campus until it's time to load the bus. Students who are picked up after school can either call their people AFTER the parade, or ask them to be ready to pick them up around 2:50. (It's a bit chaotic around campus that day. You are more than welcome to stay with us until it clears out around 3:00...or after.)


What happens at the game?
Coronation takes place at halftime of the game. That's also when Float winners are announced.


What is Coronation?

That's when last year's Homecoming King and Queen crown this year's King and Queen. Candidates are selected by the Fall Sports Teams (see the Handbook Highlight) and the HS Student Body votes on the King and Queen by voting (you'll be emailed a Google Form).


When does the Dance start?
30 minutes after the game is over. The game usually ends between 9-9:30. I will send a text alert out at the end of the game. It will read something like this: 'Happy Homecoming, Wildcats! Your SHS Wildcats just won their football game against Keytesville, 48-12! The HS Dance will begin at XX:XX in the cafeteria and will end in two hours, at XX:XX. Students should enter through the Breezeway doors.'


Is there food at the Dance?
Yes! We will have snacks and drinks (water) at the dance. Don't bring in outside drinks - you'll have to throw them away.


When is the Dance over?

Two hours after it starts.


Who can go to the Dance?
Any SHS student who is in good standing (attendance above 90% and no failing grades as of the 9/22 Eligibility Check, and no unserved detentions) may attend the dance. A Slater student may invite an out of District guest. They just have to fill out an Out-of-District Guest form (emailed to students on 9/18) and turn it in to the HS Office on or before noon on Wednesday, September 24. Guests must be at least in HS and no older than 20 years old. They must be in good standing at their school of attendance and/or approved by J Clem.


What does it cost to get into the Dance?
$3 one person/$5 two people


What do people wear to the Dance?

Whatever they love! (Dress code is still in effect - you need to be covered armpit to armpit and to mid-leg.) In previous years, I've seen the majority of our male students wear jeans and a clean shirt - everything from a t-shirt to a button up. Our ladies have worn everything from jeans to sequins and everything in between! Hats are ok, and phones are allowed.


Is anyone taking pictures at the Dance?
There is usually a photo backdrop in the cafeteria hallway. Someone from the Yearbook usually takes pictures and students take each others' pics with their phones.

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Makin' Gains! Makin' Gains!

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The weight room will be open for all HS students on Mondays and Thursdays from 3:15 to 4:15.


See Mrs. Campbell if you have questions.

The Wildcat Sideline Scoop The Wildcat Sideline Scoop

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Edition 3 of the Wildcat Sideline Scoop!!

This week's Wildcat Sideline Scoop recaps the Concordia football game, the softball team's first victory of the season. Jourden Johnson Spotlight Senior Keylee Jackson of the Cheer Squad. Tytan Wiseman and Tristen Klasing interview assistant coach Eric Brayman of the football team. Finally, Libby and Jourden of the preview team break down the victory at BKN, and look forward to Friday Night's matchup against the Sweet Springs Greyhounds!!


https://youtu.be/bvF0etsaesM

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Picture Day for Slater High School is scheduled for Wednesday, September 24.


Seniors, this is when you will take your Senior Composite photo. Drapes and Suit tops are provided. Ladies need to wear a tank top to wear under the drape - you'll need to be able to slide the straps down, as the drape goes off the shoulders. Gentlemen, please wear or bring a white tee shirt to wear under the white dress shirt. You can check out the 2025 Senior Composite in Ms. Mindy's office to see what the finished product looks like. I will request more information (like how to order a group composite) and will pass it along as I receive it.


This event's Order Code is 0126VZ.


Online ordering is available before and after Picture Day. Shipping and handling charges may apply to orders placed after Picture Day.

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SHS Sports Stores SHS Sports Stores

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Our BSN Slater Softball store is now up and running!
Make sure you go check it out, the softball program gets money back from purchases, anything helps!!
SOFTBALL SEASON STARTS NEXT WEEK!!!!!
https://bsnteamsports.com/shop/SB25SLT25

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Check out the SHS Football store!

The team gets a portion of the proceeds. Check it out HERE:
https://bsnteamsports.com/shop/SLTR25FB25

New Law = New Policy New Law = New Policy

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In compliance with Missouri Senate Bill 68 (1481), cell phone use for students is prohibited during regular school hours. Students violating the policy will be subject to disciplinary action.


Electronic Devices (excluding calculators)
Students who are using electronic devices will be escorted to the office by a staff member.
1. Device may be picked up by the student at the end of the day in the office.
2. Parents will be required to pick up the device.
3. Parents will be required to pick up the device and a 60 minute student detention will be assigned.
4. Parents will be required to pick up the device and a 3 hour detention will be assigned.


*Any additional offenses may require confiscation of the device by administration.

Keep It Up! Keep It Up!

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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

Be a Wildcat! Be a Wildcat!

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Counseling Corner Counseling Corner

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DUAL CREDIT STUDENTS/PARENTS!

The Missouri Department of Higher Education and Workforce Development is pleased to announce that the Dual Credit/Dual Enrollment Scholarship application is open for the Fall 2025 and Spring 2026 semesters. This scholarship helps eligible students cover the tuition and fees of dual credit and dual enrollment courses allowing high school students to earn high school and college credit for the course simultaneously.

Read More: https://buff.ly/LajNIC4

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Cafeteria Menus Cafeteria Menus

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Handbook Highlight Handbook Highlight

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The Handbook Highlight is a recap of a handbook policy or entry that our Students/Adults need to be aware of. If I'm taking the time to include it, it's something to pay attention to - either because I'm seeing that people aren't clear on it, people aren't complying with it, or I'm about to crack down on it.

DANCES AND SOCIAL EVENTS
1. All Slater High School students and their dates are invited to attend high school dances.

2. Dates must be in the ninth grade or above. Dates that are not members of Slater High School must be registered in advance and must be approved by the Building Principal.

3. All dance attendees must be under the age of 21.

4. Junior – Senior Prom is open to members of the Junior and Senior classes and their dates. Dates that are not members of Slater High School Junior – Senior classes will be charged an admission fee and must be registered in advance.

5. To attend Homecoming/Courtwarming dances, students must have a 90% or better attendance rate two weeks prior to the event. Students attending Prom must have a 90% or better attendance rate by February 1 of the current school year to be eligible. Students achieving this prior to the event may be eligible to attend.

DANCES AND SOCIAL EVENTS: Candidate Selection
Royalty selection for Homecoming:

1. All Junior and Senior girls and boys in good standing three weeks prior to Homecoming shall be on the candidate selection ballot.

2. The members of the football team will select three girls to be Homecoming Queen candidates approximately 2 weeks prior to Homecoming. HS Cheerleaders and members of the Softball Team will select three boys to be Homecoming King candidates approximately 2 weeks prior to Homecoming.

3. The entire student body will vote for one girl to be Homecoming Queen and one boy to be Homecoming King by Google Form (sent via school email) in an election held during the week of Homecoming.

2025-2026 Student Handbook

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2025-26 Handbook Attendance Policy 2025-26 Handbook Attendance Policy

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.

Homecoming Week is almost here, Wildcats! Homecoming Spirit Week kicks off September 22–26. Get those fits ready and bring the school spirit! 💜💛

2025-26 School Calendar 2025-26 School Calendar

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2025-26 Bell Schedule 2025-26 Bell Schedule

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Community Resources Available Community Resources Available

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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!

Where'd You Go? Where'd You Go?

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If you know that you won't be at school on a certain day for an appointment, meeting, etc. - besides telling your teachers (which is great!) - please let Ms. Mindy know.


You can do so by emailing her at mwiseman@slaterschools.net.


Parents can call Ms. Mindy at 660-529-2278, ext. 107.

Revisiting the Sportsmanlike Policy Revisiting the Sportsmanlike Policy

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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

Sports Schedules Sports Schedules

2025 HS Softball Schedule 2025 HS Softball Schedule

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2025 HS Football Schedule 2025 HS Football Schedule

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2025 JH Football Schedule 2025 JH Football Schedule

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Who Let the Dogs IN?!? Who Let the Dogs IN?!?

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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.

Clarification: Attending ballgames Clarification: Attending ballgames

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Students must be in good standing to participate in extracurricular events/activities. (This includes attending those events as a spectator.)


Students must be in attendance at school for four consecutive hours on the day of the event to be able to play in or attend an extracurricular event/activity.

SCCC Resources & Information SCCC Resources & Information

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Reminder for Saline County Career Center (SCCC) students:
  • 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.

2025 SCCC Attendance Agreement - Sign & Return by 8/22 2025 SCCC Attendance Agreement - Sign & Return by 8/22

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Marshall Public Schools Calendar

Old Business Old Business

Nixing Netflix Nixing Netflix

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HS students aren't to watch Netflix - or other video platforms - in classrooms, even if you're done with your work. You should have enough to do in each hour that you don't have time to pull it up, and if you do complete something early, you can utilize our Library and check out a book or work on a curricular assignment for another class.

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HS students, remember that you can get FREE breakfast AND lunch every day (see menus below)!


To get free breakfast, just go through the kitchen to get your tray (you can put what you don't want in the share bins for other students), then enter your PIN with the adult past the salad bar station in the cafeteria.


To get free lunch, go through the kitchen for the hot lunch option or the salad bar line in the cafeteria. Make sure to get a drink from the cooler and give your PIN number to the adult at the counter.


You can get extras, grab & go snacks, or food from the warmer as well, but you have to have money on your lunch account for that. You can add money to account in several ways:

  • On the TeacherEase app (Parent Portal side)
  • Bring Ms. Mindy money/check in the HS office
  • Bring a credit/debit card for Ms. Mindy to run for the specified amount in the HS office


Bon Appetit, Wildcats!

Slater Wellness Policy

Handbooks Handbooks

Student/Parent Handbook
Activity Handbook

EXCELLENCE: Every way. Every day. Every one. EXCELLENCE: Every way. Every day. Every one.

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Contact Info

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

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