McDonald County R1 School District

🌊🚀 Ahoy, future engineers and scientists! 🚀🌊 Our amazing Summer School STEM class at McDonald County High School is taking on the ultimate challenge: building boats out of cardboard and duct tape! 🛶✨ These young innovators will soon put their creations to the test at the Neosho YMCA pool to see if they sink or float with at least one brave sailor on board. 🏊‍♂️🏆 This hands-on project is not just about having fun on the water—students are diving deep into the principles of science and engineering! They’re learning about: 🔬 Buoyancy: What makes things float or sink? 🛠️ Structural Integrity: How strong can a cardboard boat really be? 📏 Design and Testing: The importance of planning, prototyping, and refining. We can't wait to see the creativity and ingenuity our students bring to life! Stay tuned for updates and cheer them on as they set sail! 🌟🚢

about 1 month ago, McDonald R-1 School District

🚧 𝐂𝐨𝐧𝐬𝐭𝐫𝐮𝐜𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐔𝐩𝐝𝐚𝐭𝐞: 𝐌𝐜𝐃𝐨𝐧𝐚𝐥𝐝 𝐂𝐨𝐮𝐧𝐭𝐲 𝐒𝐜𝐡𝐨𝐨𝐥 𝐃𝐢𝐬𝐭𝐫𝐢𝐜𝐭 🚧 Exciting changes are happening at Pineville Elementary School! 🏫 Crews are hard at work expanding the office area and front entrance. The front brick has been removed, and dirt work is in full swing to prepare for the new space. This remodel will give our front office and nurse's area more room to accommodate visitors and provide better care for our students. 🏥 This expansion is part of the $21.5 million bond issue passed by voters in 2022. 🗳️💰 But that's not all! Across the district, we're also: 🔹 Building storm shelters for safety ⛑️ 🔹 Adding new classrooms for more learning space 📚 🔹 Expanding office areas for our special education department 🏢 Stay tuned for more updates as we continue to improve our schools for the future! 🚀 #McDonaldCountySD #PinevilleElementary #SchoolConstruction #BuildingOurFuture #CommunityFirst #EducationMatters 🧱🏫🚧🧱🏫🚧

about 2 months ago, McDonald R-1 School District

🌞📚 "𝐌𝐞𝐚𝐬𝐮𝐫𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐮𝐩 𝐭𝐨 𝐠𝐫𝐞𝐚𝐭𝐧𝐞𝐬𝐬 𝐚𝐭 𝐌𝐜𝐃𝐨𝐧𝐚𝐥𝐝 𝐂𝐨𝐮𝐧𝐭𝐲 𝐒𝐜𝐡𝐨𝐨𝐥𝐬 𝐭𝐡𝐢𝐬 𝐬𝐮𝐦𝐦𝐞𝐫!" 📏🌟 Our amazing 4th and 5th graders at Southwest City Elementary are inching their way into some exciting academic lessons that are both fun and educational during summer school. In this week's lesson, students are mastering the art of measurement. Using rulers, they are measuring everyday classroom items like pencils, crayon boxes, and glue bottles. 🖍️📏✏️ They then record their findings on a worksheet, practicing their math and observation skills. Why is this important? 🧠 Critical Thinking: Measuring and recording data helps students develop analytical skills. 🔢 Math Skills: They get hands-on experience with units of measurement and number sense. ✍️ Attention to Detail: Accuracy is key, teaching them to pay close attention to the world around them. 💡 Practical Application: These are real-world skills they'll use throughout their lives! We're so proud of our students and the hard work they're putting in this summer. Keep up the awesome work, future scholars! 🎉👏 #SummerSchoolRocks #LearningInAction #McDonaldCountySchools #FutureScholars #HandsOnLearning #MathMagic #EducationMatters #SouthwestCityElementary 📚✨

about 2 months ago, McDonald R-1 School District

🎓 Introducing the 2024 McDonald County High School Graduation Guide! 🎓 Attention graduating seniors, proud parents, and guests, We are delighted to announce the eagerly awaited commencement of the 2024 McDonald County High School graduation ceremonies! This year's celebrations promise to be unforgettable as we honor the remarkable achievements of our graduating class. 📅 Save the Date: Friday, May 10, 2024 Baccalaureate Ceremonies: Mark your calendars for a momentous occasion on Friday, May 10, at 5:30 PM. Join us for a solemn and reflective gathering as we celebrate the spiritual journey of our graduates. Graduation Ceremonies: The grand finale will take place after the Baccalaureate, at 7:00 PM, at Mustang Stadium. Prepare for an evening filled with pride, joy, and memorable milestones. 🎓 What to Expect: Location: Both ceremonies will be held at Mustang Stadium, providing ample space for all attendees to comfortably witness this monumental occasion. Guidelines: Your safety and comfort are our top priorities. Please adhere to the guidelines outlined to ensure a smooth and enjoyable experience for everyone. 📝 Graduation Guide: For any questions or clarifications, we have prepared a Graduation Guide, featuring information about the ceremonies, protocols, and more. Let's come together to celebrate the achievements, aspirations, and bright futures of the McDonald County High School Class of 2024!

3 months ago, McDonald R-1 School District

🚨REMINDER🚨 Don't forget! 🗓 Monday (2/19) was previously scheduled as a day off, but students and staff will be in school to make up for a snow day! ❄️ Let's make the most of it! 💪 👀 See you all bright and early! 🌟

5 months ago, McDonald R-1 School District

🚫❄️Important announcement from the McDonald County School District: ⚠️ Due to dangerous driving conditions caused by winter weather, all McDonald County Schools will be closed on Monday, February 12.🧊 💻 This will NOT be an AMI day. No AMI work is expected today. 📚 Stay safe, McDonald County! 🔥❄️