Blue Jay Briefings
September 2025
Blue Jay Families,
The 2025-2026 school year is off to a great start. It is great to have everyone back, filling the hallways and the classrooms. Activities and sports have begun and we want to make sure to keep parents updated and give our students opportunities to be involved.
Our focus this year is #MJaysLegacy. We believe that we have the best students, the best teachers, and the best community around. Our staff wants to strive to leave a positive legacy every day as we educate the students of Marshfield R-I. #MJaysLegacy will be our reminder this school year for our district as we continually strive to serve students in our mission statement of "preparing each student for a successful future." The Marshfield R-I School District is very proud of our community and the students that we serve.
Communication will come from the district, buildings, classrooms, and individual teams/activities. Please make sure to keep your contact information updated so we are able to keep you informed. If you ever feel like you aren't receiving communication from the school, please don't hesitate to reach out. Our district will continue to focus on the importance of attendance this year again as well. We believe it is vital for students to be active participants in the classroom in order for them to get the most out of their education.
Thank you for the opportunity to work with your students. We would encourage all families to be active participants in their child's education. We’re looking forward to another great school year as we continue living out our district’s purpose and mission.
Proud to Be a Blue Jay,
Mike Henry
We want families to have the information they need, when they need it! From our website and mobile app to newsletters, phone calls, and social media, there are multiple ways to stay up to date with school news and events.
Click THIS LINK below to explore all the ways you can stay connected with us.
At Marshfield Schools, we believe in recognizing the hard work, growth, and achievements of our students, staff, and community.
Our website has a place where we spotlight accomplishments—big and small—that make us proud to be Blue Jays.
Whether it's academic success, acts of kindness, athletic wins, creative projects, or community impact, we celebrate love to celebrate it.
Check out the amazing things happening in our schools HERE!
The safety of our students on the bus is our top priority. We encourage all families to take a moment to review important bus safety reminders together. A quick refresh helps ensure every ride to and from school is safe and worry-free. Learn more about bus safety by visiting Transportation on our website.
When students are at school, they’re learning, growing, and building important connections.
Strong attendance sets the stage for success—both in the classroom and beyond.
Learn more about why attendance matters and how you can help by visiting the Parents Corner on our website.
High School Athletic Event Link
Adults: $4
Students: $2
Senior Citizens (55+): Free admission
Blue Jay Punch Card Pass
$40 for 20 punches – that’s a 50% savings!
Good for admission at all year-long events at either school.
Spouses can share the same punch card.
Available for purchase at most games. Need one outside of game time? Contact the Activities Office 417-859-2120 ext.1202
Whether you’re helping in the classroom, chaperoning a field trip, or joining a school party, we’d love to have you involved!
Please take a moment to complete the volunteer application.
To learn more visit Volunteer Information on our website.
The Early Learning Center is excited to welcome our newest Little Blue Jays! From the very first day, our youngest learners are building a strong foundation for future success through exploration, creativity, and hands-on learning. We are proud to partner with families as we help our Little Blue Jays take their very first steps on their educational journey.
Several Hubble teachers start the day with a Morning Message, a routine that strengthens classroom community while giving students practice in reading and writing.
Third graders had a blast bringing math to life with balloons while learning to round numbers! To make this tricky concept stick, students used balloons as a clear, visual way to understand the rules of rounding. Students counted on their fingers while holding a balloon string. If the number was 5 or greater, they let their balloon “float up” to show that the digit rounds up. If the number was less than 4, they were able to keep hold of their balloon to show that the digit stays the same and does not change. The room was filled with excitement as students actively practiced rounding in a way that was both fun and memorable.
Students have started their evaluations —and already have shown improvement in their scores! It’s inspiring to see our students approach challenges with a positive attitude and achieve measurable progress.
The new school year is off to an exciting start at Marshfield Junior High! Students and teachers are diving into learning, building connections, and embracing new opportunities. We’re thrilled to see our Blue Jays approach the year with energy, curiosity, and a positive attitude.
Our Marshfield High School students were greeted with a huge celebration as they returned for a new school year! Smiles, excitement, and school spirit filled the gym—what a fantastic way to kick off another year of learning and growth.
To update your student’s records with a new address, please provide proof of residency. Please note that setting up new bus transportation DOES NOT update the home address on file. Proof of residency is required for this change. You can submit your proof of residency via email to enrollment@mjays.us.
To qualify for free or reduced lunches, parents must complete the Free and Reduced Lunch Form available in the Parent Portal. Submitting this form is essential, as it helps secure funding for other programs, including preschool. Additionally, students who qualify for free and reduced lunches are eligible for JayCare at a reduced price and pay a reduced activity fee. Please note that à la carte items, including individual milks ($0.50 each), will be charged to your child's account.
25-26 School Meal Prices
Lunch Prices:
- Elementary (K-5): $2.35
- Jr. High (6-8): $2.50
- High School (9-12): $2.70
- Teachers and Staff: $4.15
Breakfast Prices:
- Elementary (K-5): $0
- Grades (6-12): $0
- Teachers and Staff: $1.95
Extra Milk: $0.50
Reduced Lunch (all buildings): $0.40
We’re excited to announce that Marshfield R-I School District has implemented the Provision 2 Breakfast Program for the 2025-2026 school year, meaning that ALL students K-12 eat breakfast for free! Plus, thanks to the CACFP program, every student also receives an extra FREE snack in the afternoon to help keep them fueled and focused. We’d love to see more students take advantage of these programs—because learning is easier on a full stomach!
You can find additional information about meal benefits by checking out our website at THIS LINK.
All permanent bus transportation changes must be communicated directly through the Central Office at 859-2120, ext. 0. Do not request permanent bus transportation changes via the classroom teacher or building office.
Key points to note:
- Students are allowed a maximum of three permanent bus changes throughout the school year.
- At any given time, students may be set up for only two transportation addresses.
- New transportation arrangements will be effective two school days after the request is made.
- Students can only travel to permanent addresses listed during online registration. No after-school notes will be accepted for addresses not previously listed by parents.
INCLEMENT WEATHER PROTOCOL- CLICK HERE
BE PREPARED TO PROVIDE YOUR STUDENT'S SECURITY CODE WHEN CONTACTING THE SCHOOL
0 - Central Office
1 - Transportation (All transportation requests and changes should be submitted to Central Office)
3 - Marshfield Early Learning Center (Pre-School)
4 - High School (9th - 12th grade)
5 - Shook Elementary (4th and 5th grade)
6 - Jr. High (6th - 8th grade)
7 - Webster Elementary (2nd - 3rd grade)
8 - Hubble Elementary (Kindergarten - 1st grade)
Marshfield R-I Schools
Email: marshfieldr1@mjays.us
Website: mjays.us
Location: 170 State Highway DD, Marshfield, MO
Phone: 417-859-2120
Facebook: Marshfield R-I School News
Twitter: @Marshfield_R1