Kelso C-7 School District

Long Post Alert — But So Worth It! As we wrap up another unforgettable school year, we want to take a moment to say a heartfelt THANK YOU to the many hands and hearts who made this year so special. To our incredible PTO/Booster Club and our Sunshine Committee — your kindness, generosity, and tireless efforts made Teacher Appreciation Week truly unforgettable. There were so many of you that showerd our team with love. Everything from amazing meals to a heartfelt "thank you"- it truly touched our hearts. Our staff felt so loved and supported, and it meant the world to us. What an awesome play day!! Thank you PTO/Booster Club for sponsoring our special day and making sure each participant sported a new Kelso C-7 shirt. A special shoutout to Jordan Reischman, our Play Day chairperson, for planning an amazing day full of fun, laughter, and lasting memories. We are so grateful for your time and dedication. To our teachers and staff — you are truly priceless. Your passion, dedication, and love for our students are what make Kelso C-7 such a special place to learn and grow. Thank you for showing up each day with your whole hearts. To our students — we hope you have a safe, joyful, and relaxing summer! We’re already looking forward to seeing your smiling faces again soon. And to our parents and community — thank you for always standing beside us, lifting us up, and believing in the work we do. We are honored to serve our community. Your support is the foundation of our success. Have a wonderful summer, Kelso C-7 Family! We’ll see you in August! #FalconPride #ThankYou #KelsoC7 #StrongerTogether #SummerVibes

📣Student of the Month📣 Our final Student of the Month for the school year. Take a look at these wonderful Falcons. We are so proud of them for working hard and making good choices, even here at the end when it can be so easy to forget the rules. GREAT JOB!! We have had a TREMENDOUS year of celebrating our kids. Thank you to the teachers, families, and students for a fantastic 24-25 school year! We can't wait to do this all again next year!

2025 Teacher Impact Presentations Middle School "Book Tasting" This week, in honor of 8th Grade Graduation and Teacher Appreciation Week, the 8th Grade students presented certificates to an adult in the building that has made a positive impact on their life. They also presented each recipient with a keychain that said "Thank You for being Part of My Story". WOW! What an incredible act of kindness and appreciation! Thank you to Jennifer Barnett for the heartwarming idea! Additionally, our middle school students were able to participate in a "Book Tasting" event with Mrs. Wagner! I love how creative our teachers are and the concepts they expose our students to on a daily basis. Have a wonderful weekend, Falcons!

🌟 Teacher Appreciation Week Spotlight! 🌟 This week, we celebrate some of Kelso C-7’s outstanding educators from our special classes! 🏫✨ Our teachers are the heart of our schools — working together as a team to inspire, guide, and support every student, every day. From building strong foundations in learning, to nurturing confidence and creativity, to modeling resilience and compassion — you do it all. 💬📚❤️ Today, we proudly honor these incredible team members: 👏 Mrs. Taylor Long 👏 Mrs. Carol Heisserer 👏 Ms. Kim Riley 👏 Ms. Angel Toler 👏 Mrs. Stacy Creech 👏 Mr. John-Erik Jenkins Thank you for your teamwork, your tireless dedication, and the countless ways you make a difference. Together, you shape futures, lift each other up, and make our schools a place where everyone can thrive. 🌟 We are grateful for you — today and every day! #ThankATeacher #TeacherAppreciationWeek

🐾🎓Fozzie Friday🎓🐾 In honor of Kindergarten Graduation last night and 8th Grade Graduation tonight, Fozzie would like all the graduates to know how "paw"-some they have made this school year for him. Both the Kindergarten and 8th Grade students have loved on Fozzie and welcomed him into the classrooms any chance they got. Fozzie also loves ALL the Falcons in the building and has enjoyed being part of their lives on the days he energetically visits school. Thanks for a "paw"-sitively wonderful school year, Falcons🐾

🌟 Teacher Appreciation Week Spotlight! 🌟 This week, we celebrate some of Kelso C-7’s outstanding educators from grades 5-8! 🏫✨ Our teachers are the heart of our schools — working together as a team to inspire, guide, and support every student, every day. From building strong foundations in learning, to nurturing confidence and creativity, to modeling resilience and compassion — you do it all. 💬📚❤️ Today, we proudly honor these incredible team members: 👏 Mrs. Anna Wagner 👏 Mrs. Kamryn (Graviett) Scherer 👏 Mrs. Sarah Schubert 👏 [Mrs. Regina Merrell 👏 Mrs. Penny Hale Thank you for your teamwork, your tireless dedication, and the countless ways you make a difference. Together, you shape futures, lift each other up, and make our schools a place where everyone can thrive. 🌟 We are grateful for you — today and every day! #ThankATeacher #TeacherAppreciationWeek

👩‍⚕️💙 Happy National Nurses Day! 💙👩‍⚕️ Today we’re celebrating Nurse Monica Burger and Nurse Stacy Rongey—the heart of health and healing at Kelso C-7! From belly aches to big emergencies, they care for our students with compassion, calm, and expert care. Thank you for the comfort, guidance, and strength you bring to our school family every single day. We appreciate you more than words can say! 🩺💛 #NationalNursesDay #SchoolNurseHeroes #KelsoC7Cares #ThankYouNurses

🌟 Teacher Appreciation Week Spotlight! 🌟 This week, we celebrate some of Kelso C-7’s outstanding educators from grades PK-1! 🏫✨ Our teachers are the heart of our schools — working together as a team to inspire, guide, and support every student, every day. From building strong foundations in learning, to nurturing confidence and creativity, to modeling resilience and compassion — you do it all. 💬📚❤️ Today, we proudly honor these incredible team members: 👏Ms. Traci Bollinger 👏 Mrs. Stephanie Hahn 👏 Mrs. Kate Jansen 👏 Mrs. Crystal Bentley 👏 Mrs. Michelle Armbruster 👏 Mrs. LeShae Hann Thank you for your teamwork, your tireless dedication, and the countless ways you make a difference. Together, you shape futures, lift each other up, and make our schools a place where everyone can thrive. 🌟 We are grateful for you — today and every day! #ThankATeacher #TeacherAppreciationWeek

🌟 Kelso C-7 Weekly Update & Teacher Appreciation Week! 🌟 This week at Kelso C-7, we’re celebrating Teacher Appreciation Week—and we believe every employee is a teacher. Whether in the classroom, cafeteria, office, or on the bus, our staff lead and teach our students every day through their actions, guidance, and care. ❤️ Throughout the year, we honor our support staff on their dedicated appreciation days—but this week, we’re spotlighting our vertical teams—groups of teachers across grade levels who work together to support student success from year to year. 🎉 We are so proud of the dedication, passion, and teamwork our Kelso C-7 “family” pours into every student. Stay tuned as we highlight a different team each day! 📅 Be sure to check the attached weekly schedule for updates and events! #TeacherAppreciationWeek #KelsoC7Pride #OneTeamOneMission #WeAreKelsoC7

📣 Interested in becoming a substitute teacher? Join an In-Person Substitute Teacher Training and take the first step toward certification through the Missouri Department of Elementary and Secondary Education! 📅 June 24-26 (Tues-Thurs) 🕣 8:30 AM – 4:30 PM 📍 1080 S Silver Springs Rd, Cape Girardeau, MO 63703 💲 Cost: $180 (Additional fees for certification & background check) ✅ This 20-hour seminar meets the training requirement for substitute certification. 📩 Register by emailing metraxel@semo.edu or scan the QR code on the flyer! Presented by Southeast Missouri State University 🌟

🌟 Happy Principal’s Day to the one-of-a-kind leader of Kelso C-7! 🌟 With a big heart, a listening ear, and a whole lot of empathy, our principal leads with compassion and care—always putting students and staff first. Whether she’s walking the halls with Fozzie the therapy dog, cheering us on with her signature bling, or representing us as the 2025 SEMO Distinguished Principal, she does it all with love and purpose. 💙🐾✨ Thank you for being the heart of our school—you inspire us every single day!

📣What's Happening Wednesday📣 As we begin to wrap up the 2024-2025 School Year, here are a few end of the year dates to keep in mind! ‼️ End-of-Year Highlights‼️ 🎶Spring Concert – Thursday, May 1 at 6:00 p.m. For Grades PK, 1, 3, 5, and 6 in the Kelso C-7 Gym Students should arrive by 5:45 p.m. in casual but nice clothes. 🎓Kindergarten Graduation – Thursday, May 8 at 6:00 p.m. Doors open at 5:30 p.m. – Kelso C-7 Gym 🎓8th Grade Graduation – Friday, May 9 at 6:00 p.m. Doors open at 5:30 p.m. – Kelso C-7 Gym 🛝After School Care Ends Friday, May 9. There will be no after school care from May 12–14. Note: Any student with an unpaid balance by May 13 will not be able to participate in Play Day. 🏅Awards Day – Awards will be presented in classrooms after Play Day activities on May 13. We’ll share pictures of these special moments on classroom platforms so you don’t miss a thing! 📣Last Day of School – Wednesday, May 14 Dismissal will be at noon, and buses will run as normal. There will be NO AFTER SCHOOL CARE that day, as well as May 12-14th. 💙Let's make it a GREAT end to a GREAT School Year!

🐾Fozzie Friday🐾 Here is your PSA to shop the BOGO Book Fair event next week! Fozzie's favorite section was the animal books, but he would love to sit down with our kids and listen to them read a book from any category! 📚Book Fair Hours are: 📕Tuesday, 4/29 from 10:30-2:30 📕Thursday, 5/1 from 10:30-2:30 (AND after the Spring Concert) 📕Friday, 5/2 from 1:45-3:15 If you have any questions, please call the office. Have a great weekend, Falcons!

🌟 Thankful Thursday at Kelso C-7! 🌟 A huge thank you to Southern Bank for treating our faculty and staff to a delicious lunch during today’s in-service! Your thoughtful gesture—and continued support of our school—means the world to us. 💙 We are so grateful to have community partners like you who invest in the people who pour into our students every day. #ThankfulThursday #FalconFamily #SouthernBank #CommunityMatters

As the end of the school year approaches, we need each family to make sure that all bills have been paid. Please call the office if you have questions regarding: 🍔Lunch Money/Bill ✏️Pre-K Tuition 🛝After School Care Bill 📚Library Book Fees Thank you!!

📣What's Happening Wednesday📣 Happy Administrative Professionals Day! Today we celebrate the two ladies who are the friendly faces of the Kelso C-7 office! Their dedication, kindness, and tireless work does not go unnoticed. Whether it's managing the little details or holding everything together during the big moments, they lead with patience and unwavering commitment. We are endlessly grateful for you – not just today, but every single day. We don't know what we would do without you! Thank you, Mrs. Kristy and Mrs. Linda, for everything that you do for our school! 💙

✨Weekly Spotlight✨ Bus Driver Appreciation Day Today we give a special shout-out to these gentlemen who (literally)go the extra mile! From early mornings to late afternoons, rain or shine, they are the ones who keep our community moving smoothly and safely! We are BLESSED with the best! Thank you to Mr. Ted, Mr. Randy, Mr. Jenkins, and Mr. Hency for your patience, friendly smiles, and the countless miles you drive with care. We appreciate EVERYTHING you do!

📅 This Week at Kelso C-7! It’s a busy week, Falcons—be sure to check out everything happening on campus! 📌 Special Event: Join us for our Annual Title I Meeting 🗓️ Thursday, April 24 🕕 6:00 PM in the School Library Learn how Title I supports our students and share your input on how we can continue to grow together! Let’s finish April strong! 💙🦅 #KelsoC7 #FalconFamily #TitleI #FamilyEngagement

💙 THANK YOU, KELSO C-7! 💙 We are overwhelmed with gratitude for the generosity from our school community. Together, we collected $1,113 in cash and all of the items pictured below to support the Delta community following the recent tornado. Your kindness and compassion are a powerful reminder of what it means to come together and support our neighbors in times of need. Falcon pride runs deep — and so does our heart. 💙🦅 #KelsoC7Cares #FalconPride #DeltaStrong

📣What's Happening Wednesday📣 Part 2 Each year, just before MAP testing begins, we take a moment to celebrate the incredible achievements of our students from the previous year – and today was no exception! We are proud to recognize our amazing 4th-8th grade students who were honored at the MAP Medal Ceremony for their Advanced & Proficient performances on last spring MAP test. Additionally, during this ceremony, we take the time to talk to students about the importance of doing "your best". We realize that not everyone will achieve Advanced and Proficient, but as long as students are giving it their best every day, that is all we can ask for. This annual tradition reminds us of the hard work and dedication our students bring to their learning every day. Keep aiming high, Falcons! Last but not least, we included a picture of the students AND their incredible teachers. We are so thankful for their guidance and support that helped to prepare our students for success. Their dedication makes all the difference!