Kelso C-7 School District

💙💛We're Hiring! 💙💛

Kelso C-7 School District is looking for a Part-Time Custodian to join our team!

Position: Part-Time Custodian
Hours: 5 hours per day with some flexibility in the evening schedule
Pay: Based on experience

If you're dependable, hardworking, and take pride in keeping our school clean and welcoming, we'd love to hear from you!

Interested applicants can complete the employment application on our district website:
https://www.kelsoc-7.k12.mo.us/page/job-opening

Please submit your completed application to Dr. Kim Burger.

Questions? Call the district office at 573-545-3357.

Come be a part of the Falcon family! 💙💛

🏌️ Registration is NOW OPEN for the 2nd Annual Kelso C-7 Golf Tournament! 🦅 📅 Date: September 25, 2026 ⛳ Location: Cape Jaycees Golf Course ⏰ Shotgun Start: 12:00 PM Enjoy games, hole prizes, and a great day with friends, family, and community members—all while supporting our student-athletes. 👉 REGISTER HERE: https://bit.ly/4fuqF3Z Interested in supporting the tournament? Sponsorship and volunteer opportunities are still available! Thank you to everyone who continues to support Kelso C-7 and our students. Your generosity and involvement help make events like this possible. We can’t wait to see you on the course! 💙💛

📣 Join the Falcon Family! We're Hiring! 💙🩵

Kelso C-7 School District is looking for caring, dependable individuals to join our team!

We're currently accepting applications for:
🚌 Substitute Teachers
🧹 Substitute Custodians
🍎 Substitute Food Service
🚌 Substitute Bus Drivers

Interested in becoming a Substitute Teacher? Check out the certification class information in the image below to learn how to get started!

Whether you're looking for a few days a month or a regular opportunity to serve our students, we'd love to talk with you.

📞 Have questions about substitute teaching or any of our openings? Contact the school office at 573-545-3357.

💙💛We're Hiring! 💙💛

Kelso C-7 School District is looking for a Part-Time Custodian to join our team!

Position: Part-Time Custodian
Hours: 5 hours per day with some flexibility in the evening schedule
Pay: Based on experience

If you're dependable, hardworking, and take pride in keeping our school clean and welcoming, we'd love to hear from you!

Interested applicants can complete the employment application on our district website:
https://www.kelsoc-7.k12.mo.us/page/job-opening

Please submit your completed application to Dr. Kim Burger.

Questions? Call the district office at 573-545-3357.

Come be a part of the Falcon family! 💙💛

Parents, MAP score reports will be available to pick up during Open House. If you need your child’s results sooner, please call the school office to arrange a time to pick them up after July 13. We look forward to seeing everyone at Open House!

❤️ CPR Class Opportunity for Incoming 2026-27 8th Graders! ❤️

Kelso C-7 is offering a CPR Class specifically for our 2026-27 8th graders! This is a great opportunity for students to learn important, hands-on skills that can help them be prepared to respond in an emergency and potentially save a life.

📅 Date: July 10th
⏰ Time: 8:30 AM – 10:30 AM
📍 Location: Kelso C-7
💵 Cost: $22 (cash or check)

Spots are limited, so reserve your student’s spot today!
📞 Call the Kelso C-7 office at 573-545-3357 to sign up.

❤️ Be prepared. Be confident. Be ready to make a difference!

The Kelso C-7 School District Board of Education will have their regular meeting on Thursday, June 25, 2026, 6:00 p.m. in the school library.

We appreciate our Board members and community for their continued support and commitment to our students, staff, and school. Community members are welcome to attend.

💙💛 Heart of the Falcon 💛💙

This year’s Heart of the Falcon award was proudly presented to the grandmas and grandpas of the Dinner Auction . These are the individuals who have faithfully prepared and served the meal that has become such an important community gathering and tradition at Kelso C-7.

For many years, these dedicated volunteers have poured countless hours into cooking, serving, organizing, and welcoming others with warmth and generosity. Their efforts have helped create more than just a meal; they have helped create memories, connections, and traditions that generations of Falcon families have shared together.

Some of those honored are pictured here, but this recognition extends far beyond one photo. Through the years, many families have played a role in carrying on this special tradition that continues to bring our community together.

We are incredibly grateful for the love, hard work, and servant hearts that continue to strengthen the spirit of Kelso C-7. Thank you for being the true Heart of the Falcon. 💙💛

📚 We’re Hiring! 🍎

Kelso C-7 School District is still accepting applications for an Elementary Teacher position for the 2026-2027 school year.

We are looking for a positive, student-centered educator who is passionate about helping students grow academically and personally in a supportive school community.

Interested applicants can find application information at:
https://www.kelsoc-7.k12.mo.us/page/job-opening

Please send resume and application materials to:

Dr. Kimberly Burger, Superintendent
Kelso C-7 School District
820 State Highway A
Benton, MO 63736
kburger8@kelsoc-7.k12.mo.us

Join our Falcon family! 💙💛

☀️ Summer Office Hours ☀️

The Kelso C-7 School District office will operate on summer hours have begun:

🕗 Monday – Thursday
8:00 AM – 3:00 PM

The office will be closed on Fridays during the summer months.

If you need assistance, please feel free to contact the district office during these hours. We hope everyone has a safe, relaxing, and enjoyable summer!

The Kelso C-7 School District Board of Education will have their regular meeting on Monday, May 18th at 6:00 p.m. in the school library.

We appreciate our Board members and community for their continued support and commitment to our students, staff, and school. Community members are welcome to attend.

As another school year comes to a close, our hearts are filled with gratitude for the incredible people who make our school such a special place. 💙

To our students — thank you for the laughter, growth, determination, and memories you brought into our halls each day. Watching you learn, succeed, and support one another is the reason we do what we do. We wish the best of luck to our 8th graders transitioning to high school! Your Falcon Family will always be here cheering you on!

To our faculty and staff — thank you for the countless hours, dedication, patience, and love you pour into our students every single day. The impact you make reaches far beyond the classroom walls, and we are so grateful for all you do for our children and our school family.

To our parents and families — thank you for your trust, encouragement, support, and partnership throughout the year. Your involvement and support help make our school community stronger.

And to our wonderful community — thank you for continually supporting our school, our students, and our staff. Your kindness, generosity, and pride in our school mean more than words can express.

This year brought challenges, celebrations, milestones, laughter, learning, and so many moments we will never forget. As we head into summer, we do so with grateful hearts and pride in all that was accomplished together.

Thank you for another wonderful year at Kelso C-7 School District. We hope everyone has a safe, restful, and unforgettable summer!

One last Positive Office Referral for the year! Congratulations to this sweet girl for earning the last one of the 25-26 school year! She is proof that even though it's the end, being kind is ALWAYS the right choice!

🌟🎉 Student of the Month Celebration 🎉🌟

Today we are excited to recognize our final group of Student of the Month recipients for the 2025-2026 school year! These students have shown hard work, perseverance, kindness, leadership, and Falcon pride throughout the year. 💙

As we wrap up another wonderful school year, we are so proud of all they have accomplished and the positive example they set for others each day. Thank you for helping make our school a special place to learn and grow!

Please help us congratulate these outstanding students! 👏🦅

Retirement Spotlight Jaime Burger Today we celebrate the 25-year career of Ms. Jaime Burger. Ms. Burger began her teaching career at Meadow Heights and spent the remaining 24 years at Kelso C-7. During her time at Kelso C-7, she taught 4th Grade for two years, combined 3rd/4th Grade for three years, and finished her career with nineteen years in 3rd Grade. During Ms. Burger’s time at Kelso C-7, she served as a: Student Council Sponsor Jr. Beta Club Sponsor FTA Sponsor MSTA/CTA District Liaison Leadership Team Member Sunshine Committee Leader Bookkeeper for Boys/Girls Basketball Teams As an educator, Ms. Burger wrote a grant for a full set of Chromebooks for her classroom and started the MAP Medal Ceremony for students. She also helped lead multiple Action Team committees for school celebration days. Additionally, Ms. Burger currently serves as a voting delegate for MSTA and is the current Vice President of the Southeast Regional Teachers Association. Alongside Mrs. Gantz and Ms. Hann, she also helps lead an incredible Teacher Appreciation Week for staff each year. She also received the “Unsung Hero” award from MSTA in 2024 and was nominated for Missouri Teacher of the Year in 2023. A few facts about Ms. Burger: What inspired you to become a teacher? I had many great teachers and role models growing up and had a wonderful school experience as a student. I also worked with children often as a babysitter and Girl Scout, and I joined Future Teachers of America, as well as Cadet Teaching, during my senior year of high school. What has been your favorite memory at Kelso C-7? My favorite memory at Kelso C-7 has definitely been teaching each of my own children in 3rd Grade. It’s such a rare opportunity, and one I will always be thankful for. What is one lesson your students have taught you? My students have taught me that every day is a chance to start over and that yesterday doesn’t matter as long as you are trying to do better today. What are your plans for retirement? I plan to work part time or perhaps do some substitute teaching, but most importantly, I want to read thousands of books, visit beautiful places, and be available for my children and grandchildren whenever they need me. I look forward to building a whole new set of memories with my family. What will always make Kelso C-7 special to you? I know I was part of something special for a very long time. My own children experienced the greatness of a small school and grew into successful, responsible adults because of the foundation they built here. The best part of my time at Kelso C-7, though, was meeting my best friend here. The bond I formed with my “teacher neighbor bestie,” Michaella Gantz, is something I will treasure forever. From room transformations and TikTok videos to advocating for rural schools and supporting each other through life’s ups and downs, I am forever grateful this school brought us together. Thank you, Ms. Burger, for your years of service to public education! If you or your child had Ms Burger, please feel free to share a memory or well wishes below.

🐾Fozzie Friday🐾 This Falcon earned a Positive Office Referral earlier in the week, on a day that Fozzie wasn't at school, and she settled for a picture without him. But then, when he came back the next day, we made sure to still get that picture. She did a very special act of kindness for another student, and we are so proud of her. This is our LAST Fozzie Friday for the school year! Fozzie has loved his second full year at Kelso C-7, and he is ready to put his paws up for the summer! On his agenda: Pool Time Treats Car Rides for Pup Cups And lots and lots of naps Fozzie says "Have a PAWSOME summer!"

✨Teacher Appreciation Week✨ Day 5 Special Class Teachers A special thank you to our special class teachers, counselor, Title Reading teacher, and special education teachers and para for the care, patience, creativity, and dedication you bring to our students each and every day. Your work goes far beyond the classroom. You inspire confidence, provide support, create opportunities, and help every child feel valued and successful. Thank you for the countless ways you help our students grow academically, socially, and emotionally. Kelso C-7 is stronger because of you, and we are truly grateful for all that you do. Thank you to: Mr. Jenkins - Music/Art Mrs. Carol - Para Ms. Toler - Title Mrs. Merrell - Middle School Special Education Mrs. Schultz- Librarian Mrs. Creech - Counselor Mrs. Wittig - Elementary Special Education Mrs. Long - PE/Tech Thank you to everyone who helped to make this week extra special!

🍎✨ Happy Teacher Appreciation Week! ✨🍎

Today we are celebrating one of our amazing middle school teachers:
Mrs. Anna Kern
Mrs. Sarah Schubert
Mrs. Penny Hale
Mrs. Kamryn Scherer

Middle school teachers play such an important role in helping students navigate these growing years. From adjusting to switching classes and increased responsibilities to preparing for high school and beyond, you provide guidance, patience, encouragement, and support every step of the way.

Thank you for the countless ways you inspire, challenge, and believe in our students each day. Your impact reaches far beyond the classroom, and we are so thankful for all you do for our Falcons! 💙🖤

Falcon Families: Due to the Career on Wheels event, held on Thursday, 5/7/26, our MAIN car rider line/parking lot will be closed from 8:15am-2:45pm. If you need to pick up your child before 2:45pm, please pull into our left parking area (the newest paved area, near the gymnasium). PLEASE update your families that are picking up students that they will not be able to arrive early to get in the car rider line. We will reopen our car rider line at 2:45pm. Thank you for your cooperation as we have our Career on Wheels event at Kelso C-7.