Koshkonong School

Walking Running Club resumes on Wednesday, March 4th!!

🦷 Big Smiles is Coming to Koshkonong! 🦷
We are excited to announce that the Big Smiles in-school dental program will be visiting our campus on Friday, February 27th!

Regular dental care is essential for keeping our students healthy and focused in the classroom. This program brings the dentist right to the school, making it easy and convenient for your child to receive a check-up and cleaning.

📝 Important Details:
Elementary Students: Paper forms were sent home in backpacks recently. Please check those folders!

High School Students: Forms are available for pickup in the High School Office.

Need a Replacement? If your child’s form didn't make it home or you need a new one, extra copies are available in the front office.

Don’t miss this opportunity to take care of those bright smiles! Please ensure all forms are completed and turned back in to the school office as soon as possible.

Questions? Feel free to contact the school office or visit Big Smiles Dental to learn more about the services provided.

#KoshkonongSchools #BigSmiles #HealthySmiles #SchoolHealth

Week at a Glance February 24-27 brought to you by Computer Applications student, Ember Denker
Dining Menu & National FFA Week
Tuesday: Hat Day
Wednesday: Camo Day and Petting Zoo
Thursday: FFA Jacket Day
Friday: Dress Like a Farmer Day

Missouri Department of Transportation is hosting a Youth Transportation Conference July 6th -10th. This 5 day conference gives students across the state in grades 9-12 an opportunity to explore careers at MoDOT. The academic conference curriculum includes sessions on bridge building, bridge design, construction and materials, public administration and safety. Other activities include field trips, office/site tours and speakers from various divisions within MoDOT and related organizations. The conference also allows students to experience the numerous careers in transportation and engineering available at MoDOT, while making meaningful connections with department staff as they consider their future career path.

Applications are currently being accepted through April 24, and up to 40 students will be selected to participate and free for all participants.

To apply, students must complete an application accompanied by one letter of recommendation. Interested students can find more information and download the application from the conference website: modot.org/modot-youth-transportation-conference-ytc.

Peewee games with Lone Star for today have been cancelled.

2nd Grade is looking Cool for Valentine's Day!! Happy Valentine's Day to all of our Bluejays!!

Week at a Glance and Dining Menu
February 16-21
Have a great weekend Bluejay Nation!!

Game Updates for February 12 & 13
Tonight our Bluejay Basketball team will face the Winona Wildcats at home. Varsity will begin at 5:00 followed by a full JV contest.
Tomorrow, Friday, February 13, both the Lady Jays and Bluejays will travel to Bakersfield. This will be their Homecoming so the boys will play first at approximately 5:45 followed by the girls. This will be Varsity only.

🎓 Class of 2026 Parents — We Need Your Photos! 📸
We’re putting together the Senior Slideshow for graduation and want every student’s story to shine.

Please send:
• 1 baby photo
• 1 senior photo (for the diploma slide)
• 10–12 additional photos from throughout the years
• Family + pet photos encouraged
• Sports, clubs, and Class of 2026 group shots welcome!

📩 Email photos to:
Mrs. April Mills — amills@koshk12.org
Ms. Abby Lancaster — 26alancaster@koshk12.org

"What's for lunch, teach??"

Unfotunately we did not have enough melting today and we still have some questionable bus routes and we will err on the side of caution. Koshkonong school will be closed on Tuesday, February 3rd. We hope to see everyone back on Wednesday the 4th!

Koshkonong School will be closed Friday, January 30th for hazardous road conditions and hopefully it is our last!! Students please complete A M I Day #5! Stay Safe and Stay Warm!!

Koshkonong School will be closed Thursday, January 29th due to continued hazardous roads and parking lot conditions. Please complete A M I Day #4. Stay safe and stay warm!!

Koshkonong school will be closed Tuesday, January 27th and Wednesday, January 28th due to hazardous road conditions. Students please complete A M I Days 2 and 3! Stay safe and stay warm!!

There will be no practice for peewee basketball or junior high volleyball today, Wednesday, January 21.

Due to back ice on the roads Koshkonong School will not be in session today, Wednesday January 21st. Please complete A M I packet #1. Please stay safe!

🏀 TOURNAMENT SCHEDULE UPDATE
Attention Bluejay Nation! Due to potential inclement weather, there has been a change to the Cabool Invitational schedule. To ensure the safety of our athletes and fans, games have been moved up by one day.
Original Date: Friday, Jan 23
NEW DATE: Thursday, Jan 22
Please stay tuned for specific tip-off times and come out to support our teams a day early! 💙
#BluejayPride #KoshkonongSchools #TournamentUpdate

The Oregon‑Howell R‑III School District is accepting applications for a Music Teacher and an Elementary Teacher for the 2026–2027 school year. We are seeking qualified, student‑centered educators who are committed to academic excellence and the success of all learners.
Interested candidates are encouraged to apply and join a district dedicated to professionalism, collaboration, and strong community values.
Principal Misty Dale at 417-867-5601, email at dale@koshk12.org
Principal Brian Davis at 417-867-5601, email at davis@koshk12.org

Due to potential weather, tournament days and times have been adjusted.

Art club has discounted the rest of the cookie dough we have. Both the tubs and the preformed are now $15.

Tubs:
Chunky Chocolate Chip
Snickerdoodle
Salted Caramel

Preformed:
Oatmeal Raisin
White Chocolate Macadamia
Chunky Chocolate Chip (only 1 left)