SHS Student Wildcat Roar
Week of August 31
Fundraiser: FFA Fruit Sales (8/31 - 9/11)
Monday, August 31
11:42 am - FTA Officer Lunch
6:30 pm - FBLA Ice Cream Sundaes @Business Room (see flyer)
Tuesday, September 1
7:20 am - Class of 2028 Class Meeting @Ms. Key's (temporary) Classroom
HS Girls Golf @Sacred Heart
11:42 am - HS Executive Council Meeting @Ms. Key's (temporary) Classroom
5:00 pm - HS Softball v. Glasgow (Gate: R. Shaw / Admin: J. Clements)
Wednesday, September 2 -
'YOU OK TODAY?' County-wide wear day
11:42 am - FFA Officer meeting
Thursday, September 3
4:00 pm - Girls Golf @Marshall Quad
5:00 pm - HS Softball v. New Franklin (Gate: H. Wilburn/Admin: J. Clements)
Friday, September 4
7:00 am - FCA meeting @Mr. Davis's classroom
7:30 am - FTA Donuts & Discussion (see flyer below)
7:00 pm - V Football @Concordia (Bus leaves @TBA / Admin: J. Clements)
Monday, September 7
NO SCHOOL - LABOR DAY
NEW BUSINESS
Happy Birthday to Ms. Mindy!
Some of Ms. Mindy's favorite things are:
- Mint candy
- Heath Bars
- Beef Jerky
- Chips & Salsa
- Sweet Tea
- Coffee
You don't have to buy her anything to make her day special - just tell her to have a great day and share something you appreciate about her!
Get Involved!
Circle Drive Protocol
The Circle Drive is for bus drop offs and pick ups only.
After school, students not riding the bus will be directed to doors that do not exit to the Circle Drive.
Thank you for helping us keep our Wildcats safe!
Dutchman's Brew is Coming!
The Dutchman's Brew coffee truck will be in the Circle Drive this Thursday, September 3.
Students may purchase drinks before school or at lunch, but NOT DURING SCHOOL HOURS.
If drinks aren't transferred into a spill-proof cup, they will need to be completed (or thrown away) before class starts.
Look—but Don’t Touch
We’re working to rehang the class composite photos in the hallways. You can also find them on the touchscreen across from Ms. Mindy’s window.
As you admire those who walked these halls before you, please do not touch the composites or frames.
The cameras are always watching… and some say they aren’t the only ones. 👻
Did You Know...
...you can pay your lunch/fees/dues online?
Parents,
When you log in to your TeacherEase account, you can click on the 'Fees' tile to see your student's lunch balance and any fees on his/her account. To pay these fees, you can send cash or a check to the HS office OR you can pay online!
* Breakfast and lunch are free for students, but seconds and hot bar options are not.
Prescription Protocol
If you have a student that will take medication at school please bring it to open house tonight. You are welcome to stop by the nurses office (Located inside the library) or leave it at one of the offices.
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.
Driver DOs and DON'Ts:
DO let us know what you drive:
* Please complete even if you're not a new driver. *
DON'T block people in or park in the grass:
You may park in the gravel lot, or in a marked/paved parking spot off of Morgan Street. (You may have to park in front of - or even past the Early Childhood Building.)
** The parking in the gravel lot behind the Fitness Center and Maintenance building will be for LARGE /OVERSIZED TRUCKS ONLY. **
You may not park in the grass or block any other car or parking spots in the gravel.
A repeated offense will result in a referral and possible loss of parking privileges.
See me if you have questions.
Be a Wildcat!
Counseling Corner
Cafeteria Menus
Handbook Highlight
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.
STUDENT DRESS AND GROOMING
School dress should not be a disruption to the educational process or create health or safety issues.
Minimum Requirements:
1. Clothing must cover areas from one armpit across to the other armpit, down to approximately 3-4 inches in length on the upper thigh.
2. Shoes must be worn at all times and should be safe for the school environment (pajamas, bedroom shoes, or slippers shall not be worn, except for school activities approved by the Principal).
3. See through or mesh garments must not be worn without appropriate coverage underneath that meet the minimum requirements of the dress code.
4. Headgear, including hats, hoodies, and caps are not allowed unless permitted for religious, medical, or other reasons by School Administration.
5. Specialized courses may require specialized attire, such as sports uniforms or safety gear.
Additional Requirements:
1. Clothing may not depict , imply, advertise, or advocate illegal, violent, or lewd conduct, weapons, or the use of alcohol, tobacco, marijuana, or other controlled substances.
2. Clothing may not depict or imply pornography, nudity, or sexual acts.
3. Clothing may not display or imply vulgar, discriminatory, or obscene language or images.
4. Clothing may not state, imply, or depict hate speech/imagery targeting groups based on race, ethnicity, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, religious affiliation, or any other protected classification.
5. Sunglasses may not be worn inside the building, unless permitted for medical, or other reasons by School Administration.
6. Clothing and accessories that endanger student or staff safety may not be worn.
7. Apparel, jewelry, accessories, tattoos, or manner of grooming that, by virtue of its color, arrangement, trademark, or any other attribute, denotes membership in a gang that advocates illegal or disruptive behavior is prohibited.
The Administration reserves the right to determine whether attire substantially disrupts the educational environment. Students who do not adhere to these guidelines will not be allowed to attend class. Parents will be called if appropriate clothing is not available or if the student refuses the dress-code appropriate clothing.
2026-27 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.
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.
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.
2026-27 School Calendar
Bell Schedule
Community Resources Available
Where'd You Go?
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
Please note the policy for Unsportsmanlike Actions at an extra-curricular activity:
Administrator Warning
Minimum of 1 week, up to and including 365 day suspension from all District extracurricular events
365 day suspension from all District extracurricular activities
Who Let the Dogs IN?!?
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
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
- 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.
2026 SCCC Attendance Agreement
Handbooks
Previous WILDCAT ROARS
Contact Info
Email: jclements@slaterschools.net
Website: slaterschools.net
Location: 515 Elm Street, Slater, MO, United States
Phone: 660-631-5298
Twitter: @SlaterPrincipal