Wishing the best of luck to Camy McGinely, Riley Fetters, and Katie Eddins as they gear up for National History Day State this Saturday, April 27th!
Congratulations to Ashley Kountz, Mid Buchanan Elementary Principal!
I am beyond thrilled to continue working with the elementary school as the new elementary principal. Over the past 4 years, I have gained valuable experience as the assistant principal. Recently, our district has seen many changes both in enrollment, as well as the building itself. As an elementary team, we have worked to pursue our culture of excellence, and I look forward to building on these structures. I have enjoyed building relationships with the students and their families, and I am honored to continue this in my new position. Thank you for the opportunity to serve our community as your elementary building leader.
Ms. Bateman's Biology students are completing a lab to determine the effectiveness of different types of finch beaks in their study of adaptations. #BeADragon
Congratulations to Jamie Barnard, Mid Buchanan Elementary Assistant Principal!
Meet Jamie Barnard, a familiar face in our Mid-Buchanan community and our new elementary assistant principal. Jamie's roots run deep in our district, having been a lifelong resident and graduate of Mid-Buchanan.
Jamie and her husband Darrin have been integral members of our community, raising their children, Jake and Lauren. With Jake as a senior and Lauren in seventh grade, the Barnard family is deeply connected to our school.
Jamie's passion for education ignited at North Platte Elementary, where she spent 14 years nurturing young minds in second grade. For the past six years, she has continued her journey at Edison Elementary in St. Joseph, shaping the lives of fifth graders. Jamie is thrilled to return to her roots at Mid-Buchanan, fulfilling a lifelong dream of serving as an assistant principal.
As she embarks on this new chapter, Jamie eagerly anticipates reconnecting with familiar faces and creating new relationships. Her dedication to our district and her commitment to student success make her an invaluable addition to our team.
Please join us in extending a warm welcome to Jamie Barnard! We're excited to have her passion, experience, and enthusiasm guiding us as we continue to grow and thrive as a community.
⭐️April Board Spotlight⭐️ Congratulations to the Lady Dragons on earning their second state basketball championship this past March. Outstanding job to Levi J., Caroline L., Temperance B., Reagan and Riley F., Camy M., Sophia S., Katie E., and Rylee M. for representing Mid-Buchanan at the Regional National History Day event in Maryville.
Congratulations to Dalton Payne, Hollie Harmon and Lenora Brumm. They received their State FFA Degree, the highest award that can be earned in FFA at the state level. We are so proud of you! #FFA #BeADragon
Mid-Buchanan High School students experienced a simulated crash and presentation from the MO State Troopers, Buchanan County EMT and Sheriffs office this morning. They also heard from the family of Savannah Domann whose life was tragically cut short by a drunk driver. The presentation emphasized the consequences of driving distracted or under the influence of drugs/alcohol. We encourage you to take this opportunity to talk to your students about making safe choices, whether behind the wheel or as a passenger. Have a safe weekend, Dragon Nation!!
Extending a huge thank you to Dr. Green Thumb for their quick response and expert help in removing the tree downed by the storm. Your dedication to our community doesn't go unnoticed!
Congratulations to Lenora Brumm and Nikki Ferguson!
Nikki placed in the top 16 in the state for Equine Science Entrepreneurship Proficiency.
Lenora placed 2nd in the state for Poultry Production.
#FFA #BeADragon
Today, April 19, we will have a safe driving demonstration for our high school students. There will be first responders and their vehicles on site as part of today's activities. #BeADragon
8th grader, Chase Frieden, was selected to be on the professional cornhole team, Missouri Maize. He will compete tonight on the big stage with other pro cornhole players in New Orleans. Tune in to CBS Live at 8 p.m. tonight to watch!
Introducing Jeanette Malita to the Mid-Buchanan Family!
We are thrilled to welcome Jeanette Malita to our fifth-grade team for the 2024 - 25 school year! Jeanette joins us with an impressive background in education and a passion for teaching that spans over two decades.
Jeanette, along with her husband Chad, have been happily married for 27 years. Together, they have been blessed with two wonderful sons, Sam and Will. Family is at the heart of everything Jeanette does, and she brings that same warmth and care into her classroom.
With a master's degree in elementary education, Jeanette brings a wealth of knowledge and experience to our school. Her journey in education began at Hosea Elementary School in St. Joseph, where she dedicated ten years to teaching 4th, 5th, and 6th grades. For the past 12 years, she has worked at St. Francis Xavier School, specializing in 3rd grade.
Now, Jeanette embarks on an exciting new chapter as she joins the Mid-Buchanan family. Her dedication to fostering a supportive learning environment and her commitment to student success make her a valuable addition to our team. We can't wait to see the positive impact she'll have on our students and community.
Please join us in extending a warm Dragon welcome to Jeanette Malita! We are thrilled to have her on board and look forward to the incredible journey ahead.
COMMUNITY NEWSLETTER CHANGE
Dragon Fans,
Last month we learned that due to new protocols and rate requirements, the cost for the district to continue mailing the approximate 1,200 community newsletters is going to quadruple. At this time, we currently spend around $250 to $300 each month. This increased expense is not sustainable at this time. Please note the following changes regarding the community newsletter.
1. If you are a parent of students in the district, the newsletter will be scanned and sent electronically to the email we have on file in our student information system. The goal each month is for the newsletter to be released within 3 to 5 days following the monthly Board of Education meeting.
2. We will be posting each month's newsletter on our website. Starting next week, the April newsletter can be found by going to www.midbuchanan.k12.mo.us, click on the 'Menu' tab in the upper right corner, scroll down to the 'District' section of the menu, and then click on the 'Community Newsletter' tab.
3. If you are a district patron, but do not have children in the district to receive a newsletter by email, it is my intent to still do our best to mail out paper copies to those without electronic access. If you, or someone you know, is interested in receiving a paper copy of the newsletter, please call Stacey Rasco in the Central Office at 816-268-1646 to be placed on the mailing list.
Thanks so much for your understanding and patience as we make this transition.
Jay
Mid-Buch FFA Plant Sale
Introducing Rileigh Veale: Mid Buchanan Elementary Art Teacher!
Let's give a warm Mid-Buchanan welcome to Rileigh Veale, who will be joining us as the elementary art teacher for the upcoming school year! Rileigh brings a vibrant energy and a passion for creativity to our team.
Originally from Savannah, MO, Rileigh's journey in art education has taken her from the heart of Missouri to the halls of Missouri Southern State University in Joplin. There, she fine-tuned her skills and developed her love for teaching art.
Beyond the canvas, Rileigh's heart belongs to her two beloved dogs, Tank and Bandit, and nothing brings her more joy than spending quality time with her family.
An adventurer at heart, Rileigh has already explored 11 National Parks and plans to add three more to her list over the summer. Her dream? To visit every single National Park, and with her adventurous spirit, we have no doubt she'll achieve it!
As she joins the Dragon family, Rileigh is eager to share her love of art with our students and become an integral part of our community. We can't wait to see the creativity and inspiration she'll bring to our classrooms.
Please join us in welcoming Rileigh Veale to Mid-Buchanan!
Mark your calendars for our fourth through sixth-grade music concert on Thursday, April 25th, at 6:30 p.m. in the high school gym. Hope to see you there!
March perfect attendance drawing winners got to enjoy a Sonic drink today!
Kellan, Maycie, Mia, Faith, Jess, Layni and Brooklyn
Elementary Book Fair!
Dates
Monday April 22nd: 3:00-5:00
Tuesday April 23rd: 3:00-7:00
Wednesday April 24th: 3:00-5:00
Stock up for Summer Reading by visiting the BOGO Sale!
Buy one; Get one of equal or lesser value free!
For more information about the fair, our website:
https://www.scholastic.com/bf/midbuchananelemschool2
Check out the teacher wish lists while you are at the fair.
Congratulations to our NHS Inductees!
