Forsyth High School

• Freshmen - 118 total students - 93.8% attendance rate
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• Sophomores - 103 total students - 92.5% attendance rate
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• Juniors - 112 total students - 92.6% attendance rate
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• Seniors - 97 total students - 92.2% attendance rate
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• Total Students - 430 total students - 92.8% attendance rate

• April 16-18 FBLA State Competition
  
• April 18-21 FFA State Competition
• April 19 Progress Report #6
• April 22 PROM
• April 26-28 EOC Testing
• April 28 Art Showcase (5-7pm)
• May 4 Senior Decision Day Event
• May 5 NHS Blood Drive
• May 5 FFA Banquet
• May 7 Spring Band Concert
• May 9-10 Academic Honor's Assemblies
• May 11 NHS Induction Ceremony
• May 18 Baccalaureate(7am)
• May 19 HS Graduation @ The Mansion Theater (7pm)

Forsyth High School has 5 employees retiring this year. Their careers are spotlighted below.

Tracy Fischer

Mrs. Fischer has been in education for 29 years. Her career started at the Cassville School District for 3 years, while spending the last 26 years at Forsyth. Tracy has held multiple positions including HS secretary, AD secretary for 15 years, HS and Elementary library aide, and MS secretary. Tracy was also a Prom sponsor back in the day. Upon retirement, she plans to travel, craft, spend time with family, and do whatever she wants.

"Forsyth Schools have been a big part of my life first as a student(2nd grade until graduating) and Alumni (class of 1982) and as an employee for the past 26 years. Both of my sons are also Forsyth Alumni. I will definitely miss my work family."

Chris Padgett

Mr. Padgett has been in education for 29 years, all as a Forsyth Panther. During his tenure he served as a high school mathematics teacher for 14 years, middle school assistant principal for 6 years, high school assistant principal for 4 years, district athletic director for 10 years, and finished his career as the high school principal for 5 years. Upon retirement, Mr. Padgett plans to enjoy his time hunting, fishing, camping, riding his Harley, and making his wife happy.

"I have had the pleasure of spending my entire educational career at Forsyth Schools. During my career, I have witnessed this District continually grow and improve its overall mission, “equip students for their next stage in life”. I give credit to the faculty, staff, administration, and school board for providing our children with a quality education. I am proud both of my sons graduated from Forsyth and I can honestly say I have never had the desire to leave the Forsyth District. I will forever be a Forsyth Panther!"

Tammy Padgett

Mrs. Padgett has been a teacher for 28 years, all as a Forsyth Panther. During her career, she spent 13 years as a 3rd grade teacher, 11 years as a 7th grade social studies teacher, and 5 years as the high school FACS teacher. Mrs. Padgett also served 10+ years as the MS & HS cheer coach. Upon retirement, she plans to have Me Time, write a memoir, travel, fish, camp, and annoy her husband.

"I am truly grateful that I was given the opportunity to teach at Forsyth School and could have never seen myself teaching anywhere else. I have called Forsyth Schools my home for 28 years and will miss my Forsyth School Family. Thank you to the students, faculty, staff, administration, and the school board for allowing me to be a part of the Forsyth Education System. Go Panthers!"

Jim Millsap

Mr. Millsap has been in education for 39 years, the last 10 years as a Forsyth High School mathematics teacher. In other districts, he has served as a technology director, assistant and head high school principal, and junior high school principal. Mr. Millsap has held many extracurricular responsibilities including assistant football coach, scorekeeper, and announcer. Upon retirement, he plans to travel, spend time with his 9 grandchildren, and relax while reading and enjoying a good cigar.

"I have served as a scorekeeper and/or announcer for school teams for over 50 years. I am so very grateful for the opportunity to finish my career here at Forsyth. I have loved these last ten years!"

Karen Smith

Mrs. Smith has been in education for 20 years, all of those years at Forsyth R-III Schools. Karen has served as an Elementary aide for 15 years and has finished her career as the High School library aide for the past 5 years. During retirement Karen plans to spend more time in Florida with her grandson, travel with her husband, and do what she wants whenever she wants.

"I want to thank everyone for the opportunity to work at such a great school. The staff, administration, and especially the students are amazing and I will really miss everyone!"

On Saturday, March 25, the Forsyth Panther Baseball Team won 3 games to capture the Harrison Tournament Title. Valley Springs, Monticello, Nemo Vista all fell victims to the Panthers.

Congratulations to the following Forsyth Panthers who were recently honored for their outstanding achievements during basketball season.

Mid-Lakes Conference Honors

Savannah Koen - 2nd Team

Macy Sanders - Honorable Mention

Tanner Baird - 1st Team

Ryder Blevins - 1st Team

Cooper Voliva - 2nd Team

Zack Strahan - Honorable Mention

Kevin Smith - Coach of the Year

All-District Honors

Savannah Koen

Ryder Blevins

Tanner Baird

Over Spring Break on Monday, March 13th, more than 700 FCCLA students "Took Flight" at the State Leadership Conference in Osage Beach by participating in 32 competitive STAR Events - Students Taking Action with Recognition.

Two students, Olivia Williams and Savannah Corcorcan, competed in these state events. Savannah competed in the event of Focus on Children Level 3 (11th/12th Grade) and won silver at state with her project "Shining a Light on Stress Management." Olivia competed in the event of Career Investigations Level 3 (11th/12th Grade) and won gold at state with her career portfolio "Electrocardiograph Technician." Olivia Williams is advancing to compete at Nationals in Denver, Colorado this summer, July 2-6.

Over Spring Break Forsyth High School competed in the Missouri State Archery Tournament held at the Branson Convention Center. Here are the results.

Hunter Chambers 16th out of 758
Alie Jones 21st out of 569
Damian Frazey 147th out of 758
Ayden Cleveringa 189th out of 758
Kenzie Calhoun 434th out of 569

Competitors had to finish in the top 10 to qualify for the National Tournament. Both Hunter and Alie were in contention going into the last day, but came up a little short. Congratulations on a great season.

The MLC Math Competition was held on Wednesday, March 29. The following students competed

Seniors: Levi Lux, Makenna Carter, Alex Jackson

Juniors: Cora Crone, Olivia Williams, Kaitlyne Gillen

Sophomores: Vinny Estes, Alex Merrell, Shawnpaul Lautenschlager

Freshmen: Kaden Mingus, Jade Robison, Damian Frazey

Here are our results.

Geometry Individual: Vinny Estes - 1st Place

Algebra I Individual: Kaden Mingus - 1st Place & Damian Frazey - 3rd Place

Open Division Team (Seniors): Levi Lux, Makenna Carter, Alex Jackson - 3rd Place

Geometry Team: Vinny Estes, Alex Merrell, Shawnpaul Lautenschlager - 1st Place

Algebra I Team: Jade Robison, Kaden Mingus, Damian Frazey - 2nd Place

And to top of the event, Forsyth won the overall team title.

Congratulations to the Math Team coach Sarah Bradley and the entire math department on a job well done.

Students in Mrs. Padgett's FACS classes participated in a grilled cheese cookoff where faculty enjoyed judging the event. Students were allowed to be creative while stuffing their grilled cheese sandwiches with a variety of items such as bacon, chicken, veggies, etc.

On April 5th, twenty 8th grade students from surrounding k-8 schools visited Forsyth. FHS counselor, Mallory Richardson, planned an exiting day for the students who will become Forsyth Panthers next year. Students were treated to grilled hamburgers and hot dogs, presentation of school activities and course offerings, a tour of the campus, Q & A student panel, and topped off with a gift bag and ice cream. FHS looks forward to all incoming Freshmen next year.

On April 5th, Kloe Hendrickson signed her National Letter of Intent to further her athletic career at Baptist Bible College in Springfield, MO. Kloe will be playing both softball and volleyball for the BBC Patriots. Congratulation!!!

Email: cpadgett@forsythr3.k12.mo.us
Website: www.forsythpanthers.org
Location: 178 Panther Street, Forsyth, MO, USA
Phone: 417-546-6383
Facebook: facebook.com/ForsythR-IIISchools
Twitter: @FHS_Principal