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Dear Tuscumbia School Community,

I can’t believe it… we are three weeks away from the end of the school year! It is so crazy to see just how close we are to closing out the 2024-25 school year. Next week we begin MAP testing for students in grades 3-8, with EOCs the following week for high school students. We want to ensure that students feel confident and prepared for this assessment. To support your student in achieving their best results, we have compiled some helpful tips for you to implement at home:

1. Emphasize the Importance of Sleep and Nutrition:

• Ensure your student gets enough sleep leading up to the test. A well-rested mind performs better academically.

• Provide nutritious meals and snacks to fuel their brain.
  
  

2. Foster a Positive Attitude:

• Emphasize the importance of a positive mindset. Encourage your student to believe in their abilities and remain confident throughout the test.

• Remind them that mistakes are a natural part of learning and growth, and encourage them to approach challenges with resilience.
  
  

3. Provide Encouragement and Support:

• Offer words of encouragement and support to alleviate any test-related anxiety your student may experience.

• Celebrate their efforts and progress, regardless of the outcome, to instill a sense of accomplishment and motivation.

By implementing these strategies and providing ongoing support, you can help your child feel prepared and confident as they approach the MAP and EOC test. Together, we can ensure that they have the tools and mindset needed to excel academically.

This time of year is extremely busy with different events and activities happening almost on a daily basis. Here are some upcoming events to add to your calendar:

• April 28 - May 2: MAP Testing (3rd - 8th grade)

• April 29: Spring Music Concert

• May 1: FFA Banquet

• May 5 - 9: EOC Testing (High School)

• May 5 - 9: Final I-Ready Diagnostic (K - 8th grade)

• May 7: Baccalaureate

• May 9: Elementary Field Trip

• May 9: Athletic Banquet

• May 16: Graduation

• May 16: Last Day of School (½ day)

As always, if you have any questions or concerns please don’t hesitate to reach out.

Sincerely,

Dr. Kirtley

Principal

The Red Cross collected 21 units of blood during the blood drive on Wednesday. Student Council would like to thank all those who donated blood or assisted in hosting this event. Special thanks to the Christian Church for cooperating with us in hosting the drive.

Monday, 4/28: MS Track at Russellville; Baseball @ St. Elizabeth, 5:00 p.m.

Tuesday, 4/29: HS Conference Track Meet @ Russellville, 9:00 a.m.; Spring Concert, 6:30 p.m., gym;

Wednesday, 4/30: Baseball vs Climax Springs, 5:00 p.m., Double Header

Thursday, 5/1: FFA Banquet, 6:00 p.m., gym

Friday, 5/2: Baseball @ Richland, 5:00 p.m.

Other upcoming events:

5/7: Baccalaureate, 6:00 p.m., Tuscumbia Assembly of God Church

5/9: Winter/Spring Sports Athletic Banquet

5/16: Last Day of School; Graduation, 7:00 p.m., Tuscumbia Gymnasium

The mission of the Miller County R-III School District, in partnership with our students, parents, staff, and community, is to promote PRIDE and provide a quality education that inspires our students to be lifelong learners.

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Non Appropriately Certified Staff

The Miller County R-III School District has the following openings available:

• K-12 Guidance Counselor: 2025-26 school year, must be appropriately certified or working toward school counselor certification.
• EIR/ISS: 2025-26 school year, any teaching certification, Activities Director and coaching duties preferred.
• 5-8 ELA Teacher: 2025-26 school year, must be appropriately certified.
• 5-8 Science Teacher: 2025-26 school year, must be appropriately certified.
• 5-8 Social Studies Teacher: 2025-26 school year, must be appropriately certified.
• Softball and Girls' Basketball Head Coaching: Head coaching positions for fall softball and girls' basketball, must meet MSHSAA requirements for a head coach (pp 55-56).
• Substitute Teachers, as needed, $100/day, must have substitute certificate and pass a background check.
• Substitute Bus Drivers, as needed, $31.60 per route (a.m. or p.m.) and $15/hour for trip drivers, including wait time. If you do not have a CDL, we have an on-site trainer who will train you if you commit to substituting for our district.

Interested parties should contact Dr. Spencer at tspencer@tuscumbialions.k12.mo.us, or come by central office during working hours for an application.

It's always a great day to be a Lion! Come join our Pride!

The process for getting a CDL is not difficult, and we will help you! Here is what you need to do:

• Take the written portion of the exam. Here is the study guide. You can get a printed copy at any testing site. You will need to take the test for School Bus, Class B with passengers. You do NOT need to test for air brakes.
• After you pass all portions, take the paper the testing site gives you to the license office and get your permit. You also have to take 2 forms of proof-of-residency and a photo ID.
• Come see us--James Luttrell is our federally approved site trainer, and he will provide your training to take the pre-check and driving portions of the test. He will also take you to the testing site when you take the test. Before he does that, we will need you to complete an application and get a fingerprint background check to ensure you are eligible to work for the district.
• After you pass your test, you will take your paperwork to the license office again with 2 forms of proof-of-residency and a photo ID and get your CDL.
• Keep all of your receipts--we reimburse for the permit, CDL, and fingerprints, and we pay for the drug testing and physical.
• As soon as you have a CDL, are approved by the Board, have a DOT physical, and pass a pre-employment drug test, you can sub bus routes and/or drive activity trips.

If you are interested in becoming a substitute teacher and you do not have the required 36 college hours, you can do an online course that will allow you to get a substitute certificate. Here is the link to that course, and here is the link to the DESE web page that gives you more information about what you need to do to get a substitute certification. Our daily rate for subs for the 2024-25 school year will be $100/day!