Frontier News

The Policy Research in Missouri Education Center (PRiME) at the Saint Louis University School of Education has released its 5th Edition Growth Report, analyzing statewide assessment data from 2022–23 through 2024–25.

We are proud to share that Frontier School of Innovation–Middle earned outstanding statewide rankings:

2024–25 Rankings (495 Missouri Middle Schools)

• 🥇 #1 in Math

• 🏅 #5 in English Language Arts

Three-Year Growth Rankings (490 Schools)

• 🥇 #1 in Math

• 🏅 #4 in English Language Arts
  
  

These rankings highlight the exceptional academic growth of our students and the dedication of our teachers and families.

Congratulations to the entire Frontier Middle community on this incredible achievement!

On Friday, February 27, Frontier Schools welcomed families across the district for Parent-Teacher Conferences. The day provided valuable time for parents and teachers to connect, discuss student progress, and collaborate on strategies to support academic success.

Families had the opportunity to ask questions, review classroom performance, and gain insight into their child’s strengths and areas for growth. In addition to meeting with teachers, parents also had access to helpful school resources and information designed to support students both inside and outside the classroom.

We are grateful to our dedicated teachers and staff for their time and preparation, and we thank our families for their continued partnership. When schools and families work together, our students thrive.

On Saturday, February 28th, Frontier Schools proudly competed in the Regional Science Olympiad Tournament — and it was a historic day for our district. For the first time ever, all four Frontier teams advanced to the State competition.

Frontier School of Excellence

Both the Middle School and High School teams delivered outstanding performances and qualified for State.

The Middle School team earned awards in four events:

• 3rd Place – Boomilever

• 4th Place – Helicopter

• 5th Place – Hovercraft

• 5th Place – Mission Possible
  
  

Students demonstrated impressive teamwork, preparation, and problem-solving skills throughout the competition.

Frontier STEM High School

Competing in Division C (Team C03) at the Regional 3 Tournament held at William Jewell College on February 28, 2026, Frontier STEM High School earned 4th place overall, bringing home a team trophy and securing a spot at State.

Notable event placements included:

• 2nd Place – Boomilever

• 2nd Place – Codebusters

• 4th Place – Engineering CAD

• 4th Place – Robot Tour

• Multiple 5th and 6th place finishes across competitive engineering and science events
  
  

Fifteen students represented the school with professionalism and dedication, reflecting the strength of Frontier’s STEM programs.

Frontier School of Innovation Middle School

FSI Middle delivered its best performance in school history, placing 3rd overall out of 20 teams. With two teams from Pembroke Hill School finishing ahead, Frontier ranked 2nd for State qualification purposes.

The team medaled in 13 of 23 events, and remarkably, every team member earned at least one medal.

Highlights included:

• 2nd Place – Heredity

• 3rd Place – Potions and Poisons

• 3rd Place – Scrambler

• Multiple 4th, 5th, and 6th place finishes across engineering, lab, and design events
  
  

The day was filled with fierce competition, innovation, and teamwork. We are incredibly proud of all Frontier students and coaches who represented our district with excellence.

State competition — here we come!

On February 20th, Frontier School of Innovation Middle School hosted an engaging evening of Literacy, Family Fun & Poetry Slam.

Families gathered to enjoy a delicious pancake dinner, participate in arts and crafts activities, and select free books to take home — all while celebrating the joy of reading. The highlight of the evening was the school Poetry Slam, where students took the stage to share original pieces and showcase their creativity, confidence, and voice.

The event brought together literacy, family engagement, and student expression in a fun and welcoming atmosphere. Thank you to our staff, volunteers, and families for making the night such a success.

On Saturday, February 7th, our FSHS SkyRiders drone team took flight at a competition in Nixa — and they truly soared!

I’m thrilled to share that our students advanced all the way to the elimination finals, competing against talented teams from five different states. Their success was a result of dedication, teamwork, and laser-sharp focus, demonstrating the incredible skills they’ve developed throughout the season.

Please join us in congratulating Andrew G., Antonio G., Hunter B., and Santiago L. for their outstanding achievement. They represented our school with professionalism, determination, and pride — making us all proud to be part of the Frontier community!

The SkyRiders continue to inspire with their innovation, perseverance, and love for learning. Here’s to many more high-flying successes! 🌟

FSE recently sent both Middle School and High School drone teams to compete in the Aerial Drone Competition in Oklahoma, coached by Mr. Yildirim and Mr. Yousafi.

The event featured 35 teams from schools across multiple states, providing a challenging and exciting environment for our students. Our High School team advanced all the way to the quarterfinals, gaining invaluable experience along the way, while our Middle School team also performed admirably, learning new skills and strategies that will help them in future competitions.

This competition was an important step in our students’ growth as engineers, problem-solvers, and team players. With continued practice and refinement, we are confident they will soar to even greater heights in upcoming events.

Please join us in congratulating our talented drone teams — their dedication and hard work truly make us proud! 🚀

We’re excited to share that we traveled to Arkansas to compete in a high-level drone competition featuring 24 middle and high school teams from multiple states — and our students rose to the challenge!

Our middle school drone team made us incredibly proud, advancing all the way to the semifinals and finishing an impressive fifth place overall. Competing against top teams from across the region, they demonstrated skill, focus, and outstanding teamwork every step of the way.

To top it off, our school drone team was honored with the Airmanship Award, a recognition that highlights professionalism, safety, preparation, and sportsmanship throughout the competition.

Their dedication, long hours of practice, and commitment to excellence truly paid off. We couldn’t be prouder of the way they represented our school — both in performance and in character.

Hard work really does soar! 🚀

Ms. Molena’s 7th and 8th grade gifted students recently had an incredible opportunity to take their learning beyond the classroom walls and into the heart of our state government.

The group attended GAM (Gifted Association of Missouri) Day at the Capitol in Jefferson City, where they heard directly from members of the Missouri General Assembly about legislation that impacts gifted education across the state.

Students gained firsthand insight into how laws are created, how decisions are made, and how policies directly affect programs like the ones they benefit from every day. It was a powerful opportunity to see civic engagement in action and to better understand the role advocacy plays in education.

We are so proud of our students for representing our school with curiosity, thoughtfulness, and professionalism. Experiences like this inspire future leaders and show our students that their voices — and their education — truly matter.

On February 10, our students traveled to Jefferson City with a clear purpose: to speak directly with lawmakers about funding for public schools and continued support for CTE programs and CTSOs.

They did an outstanding job and represented our school with confidence, professionalism, and preparation.

Before each meeting, students took time to research their assigned Senator and Representative — learning about their backgrounds, committees, communities, and the bills they were sponsoring. Their ability to quickly gather information and use it to guide meaningful conversations was impressive. Because of that preparation, they were able to engage thoughtfully with our elected officials and speak clearly about the needs of students and schools.

Between meetings, students explored the beauty and history of the Capitol building, toured the Capitol Museum, and attended a session of the Missouri House of Representatives. During the session, legislators were debating the rights of women to seek a divorce while pregnant — an issue that sparked strong interest and thoughtful discussion among our students. They were eager to continue observing and learning as the debate unfolded.

Experiences like this bring civics to life. Our students didn’t just read about government — they participated in it. We are incredibly proud of their curiosity, preparation, and the way they advocated for public education with integrity and poise.

We are excited to share an update from February 7th about our FTC team, Robotoholics!

After competing in 18 matches across three different meets, Robotoholics entered their final League Match at the Yeakum Center of Innovation ranked 16th out of 30 teams. With determination and focus, they set their sights on finishing strong — and they did exactly that.

During the event, Robotoholics delivered an exceptional performance, winning all six of their matches — and by wide margins. Their incredible run propelled them up the rankings to 10th place overall. Although the team was ultimately eliminated during alliance selection, concluding their competitive season, their performance was nothing short of impressive.

Even more exciting? Their robot operated flawlessly throughout the entire competition without a single technical issue. Commentators repeatedly praised the team’s unique and innovative design approach, recognizing the creativity and precision behind their work.

Most importantly, every member of Robotoholics walked away proud, positive, and smiling — even after elimination. That resilience and sportsmanship speak volumes about who they are as a team.

The growth, teamwork, and technical skill development demonstrated this season have been outstanding. Robotoholics will continue their outreach efforts and begin preparing for next year’s competition — stronger, smarter, and more motivated than ever.

We are incredibly proud of the way they represented our school! 🚀

On February 11th, FSI Elementary proudly held its annual Growth Parade, a joyful celebration recognizing the incredible progress our students have made this year.

Students from every grade level marched through the hallways holding colorful signs highlighting the areas where they’ve grown — whether in reading, math, leadership, behavior, or personal goals. Each sign told a story of hard work, perseverance, and achievement.

The building was filled with big smiles, cheering, and enthusiastic applause as classmates and staff celebrated one another’s success. It was a powerful reminder that growth looks different for every child — and every step forward matters.

We are so proud of our students for their dedication and determination. The Growth Parade is more than just a tradition — it’s a celebration of effort, resilience, and the belief that every student can succeed. Keep growing, FSI! 🌟

On February 6th, Frontier School of Innovation Elementary School welcomed students and families for a fun-filled Sweetheart Dance.

Students arrived dressed to impress, and each was greeted with a bow tie or corsage to make the evening feel extra special. The gym was transformed into a festive celebration space, complete with a beautiful balloon arch for photos, sweet treats like cookies and water, and plenty of room to dance.

A special thank you to Mr. Park from Frontier School of Innovation Middle School, who served as our DJ for the night. He kept the energy high with great music and even led students in a lively limbo activity that had everyone cheering.

While there was certainly dancing, there was also plenty of joyful running, laughter, and balloon play throughout the evening. Parents joined in the fun as well, many enjoying the chance to relax on the bleachers, visit with one another, and watch their children make memories.

With a wonderful turnout and smiles all around, the Sweetheart Dance was a heart
warming success for our FSI Elementary community.

On February 6th, FSE students had an exciting opportunity to learn directly from Henderson Engineers! Representatives from the company gave a presentation about who they are, how they support the community, and the many career opportunities available in engineering.

Students were engaged and inspired, seeing firsthand how engineers make a difference every day and how their own skills and interests could lead to meaningful careers in the future.

It was a fantastic experience that reminded our students that the possibilities for their futures are endless — and sometimes, the sky really is the limit!

On February 13th, Frontier School of Excellence welcomed professional performers from Storling Dance Theater and The Culture House for a powerful presentation of Underground: An American Experience.

Through dance, music, and narration, students learned the story of the Underground Railroad through the eyes of an enslaved woman seeking freedom, with portrayals of Frederick Douglass and Harriet Tubman bringing history to life.

It was a meaningful and unforgettable learning experience, and we are grateful to our performers for sharing this impactful production with our students.

There are many opportunities for students to get involved in after school clubs, such as: Advanced Research Club, Gateway Readers' Club, Girls on the Run Club, Health Occupations Students of America Club, Writer's Workshop Club, Math Club, Fishing Club, Cooking Club, I.T. Club, Kindness Club, Art & Craft Club, Video Game Design Club, Chess Club, Fitness Club, Environmental Club, etc.

Featured this month: Greenhouse Club

Since the start of the 2025–26 school year, teachers and staff have completed 696 student visits across 418 homes. These home visits play a vital role in strengthening connections between school and families, helping bridge cultural gaps and build trust. By meeting students in their home environments, staff gain valuable insight that supports stronger relationships and deeper understanding.

A SHOUT-OUT to our teachers & staff! Thank you for everything you do!

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During inclement weather, Frontier Schools will implement a school closing policy to ensure the safety of our students.

Students may be released early or classes may be canceled entirely due to inclement weather. Please be familiar with the following information sources in the event of school cancellations, early releases or late starts.

Channels of Communication:

1. School Website:

Please check your school's website for information regarding school closings and other cancellations within minutes of a decision.

2. School Messenger:

Phone and optional voice/text messages are sent to school families when classes are cancelled, delayed or students are released early.

3. Social Media:

We will post information on the Frontier Schools District Facebook and Twitter pages.

4. Radio & TV:

Local Stations share announcements on-air and on their websites.

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