Reminder to those students that plan on attending the Dragons to DC Trip 2025. There will be a parent/student meeting on Monday, June 3, at 6:00 p.m. in the high school library. Mr. Gibson will be there to go over the plans for the trip, as well as, answer any questions you may have. A $500 deposit will be due at this time. We will leave Saturday, March 15, 2025 and return Wednesday, March 19, 2025.
Mrs. Boyer is offering a hunter safety course on June 3rd, 4th, 6th, and 7th from 9 - 10 a.m. The class is available to students who are 11 years or older. Contact Mrs. Boyer at jboyer@midbuchanan.k12.mo.us. if your child is interested in attending because there are limited spots available.
After an incredible 31 years in education, Mrs. Carlson is retiring! Her journey began with 3 years of teaching in Polo, MO, followed by 22 years at Orrick ELEM/JH/HS. For the past 6 years, she has been a cherished member of the Mid-Buchanan community, which she proudly calls her best years yet.
Throughout her educational journey, Mrs. Carlson has impacted students from second grade to high school seniors. She also dedicated over 20 years to coaching cheer and 18 years to coaching track before her time at MB.
Though she's retiring, Mrs. Carlson isn’t saying goodbye to education entirely—she's looking forward to subbing next year. She'll also enjoy more quality time with her family, which includes her 4 children and 4 grandchildren.
Mid-Buchanan has been the perfect place for Mrs. Carlson to wrap up her remarkable career. We are so grateful to Dragon Nation for welcoming her and allowing her to become part of such an amazing staff and student body. Mrs. Carlson, your dedication and passion have forever touched our hearts.
Join us in wishing Mrs. Carlson a joyful and fulfilling retirement!
Mrs. Tipton started teaching in St. Joseph in 1999. At that time, she was Miss Fry. She became a Dragon the following year. So lucky she did, because she was just in time to meet her future mother-in-law, who introduced her to the first love of her life, Tim Pollard. She was Mrs. Pollard for 16 years. After Tim passed away, she married the second love of her life, Brian, and became Mrs. Tipton.
She has taught Kindergarten (St Joseph), 6th grade for 6 years, 3rd grade for 1 year, and 1st grade for 16 years. The friendships with her first-grade coworkers are some of the best, closest relationships.
When an opportunity arose to teach art, she decided to give it a try! She has loved teaching art and seeing the creativity of these kids she’s known for years. We’ve gone through a lot of clay, cardboard, yarn, and paint! She’s seen some amazing works of art this year!
She’s excited to spend time with friends, family, and her two dogs, Hazel and Pepper. First, she’s off on a dream vacation as soon as school is over, to celebrate and reflect on her career. After that, she will switch gears and begin working with Big Brothers Big Sisters.
She will miss seeing the good friends she’s made here, and the kids.
Once a dragon, always a dragon!
With a heart full of gratitude and memories, we celebrate the 30-year teaching career of Sherri Kline. Mrs. Kline attended Mid-Buchanan from Kindergarten through 12th grade, graduating in 1987. She earned her bachelor's degree in Elementary Education and a master's degree in Early Childhood Education and was fortunate to return to Mid-Buchanan to begin her teaching journey.
Throughout her career, Mrs. Kline taught kindergarten for nine years, second grade for four years, and fifth grade for seventeen years. Her dedication and passion for teaching left a mark on countless students. She recounts many memorable stories, but one that stands out was when a kindergartener brought a live kitten in their backpack for show and tell. The kitten stayed in the backpack all day without making a sound, much to her surprise!
Mrs. Kline is looking forward to embracing her role as a full-time GiGi to her two granddaughters, Layla and Scout. She also plans to catch up on some reading and hopes to travel.
Thank you, Mrs. Kline, for your dedication to education. You will be missed, but your legacy will live on in the hearts of all those you’ve touched.
JH and HS students will be participating in our annual MB Service Day tomorrow. Plan to wear clothes you're okay with getting dirty.
We were fortunate to have two of our Hillyard Technical School students commit to apprenticeships at the Apprenticeship Signing Day on May 9th, 2024! Congratulations to Cayne Noyes and Devin West for your achievements! We look forward to seeing your growth over the next year and beyond! #BeADragon
Congratulations to Emily Parrott on surpassing 100 career goals in soccer! #BeADragon
Middle School Student Council Members sat on a panel for Q & A with 6th graders in preparation for their transition to 7th grade.
Mr. Vincent's class worked on proper use of tools, measurement and safety while building birdhouses in the wood shop! #BeADragon
Mr. Speer has had students finishing up their big projects. Check out these completed projects by Wyatt S., Jackson C. and Jackson S. #BeADragon
District baseball at Lathrop has been postponed until tomorrow.
Check out the awesome Senior Woods projects students completed in Mr. Speer's class!
Chase made a walnut coffee table with inlaid family history boards.
Kaitlin built a walnut blanket chest.
#BeADragon
HAPPY MOTHER'S DAY to all Dragon Nation Mothers!!!
JH/HS Week Ahead 5/12/24
It's Finals Week!
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Hazel's will be on site this morning as a teacher appreciation treat. They will have some other things available for purchase. Students will be expected to be in class on time, so arrive early if you're hoping to get something!
Positive Office Referral: Charlotte showed patience and kindness in explaining a project to a fellow student. #BeADragon
Teaching is a work of heart! All of your kind messages of appreciation have been delivered to teachers' doors. #BeADragon
Parker and Jake both stopped to help a motorist who had lost a load of wood! #BeADragon #DragonsServe
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