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R-7 now enrolling for summer school classes
As the 2023-2024 academic year draws to a close, note West Plains R-7 School District officials, it's time for parents to “start planning your summer adventures,” and among them is the option for students to participate in summer school programs at West Plains Elementary, Middle and High schools. more
“Throughout the West Plains R-VII School District, educators tirelessly nurture and inspire students of every age,” shared district Communications Director Lana Snodgras in a recent announcement naming the 2024 finalists for Educator of the Year. “From parents to students, colleagues to community members, we've reached out to gather stories of the teachers who have truly made a positive impact. After careful consideration, we've distilled these nominations into our top six finalists.” Early this month, each finalist was surprised by district officials as they presented the educators with the title of Building Level Educator of the Year, Snodgras explained, adding, “Yet, the top recognition awaits as we prepare to select the District Level Educator of the Year from this exceptional group.” All six will be celebrated during a district faculty and staff awards banquet to be held May 16. Those named are West Plains Elementary RTI teacher Adriane Wooderson, Zizzer Pride Academy teacher Tonya Davis, Southern Missouri Technical Institute auto technology teacher Wayne Hansen, West Plains Middle School sixth grade teacher Korrie Vance, South Fork Elementary second grade teacher Nichole Riggs and West Plains High School person finance teacher Sandra Roberts.
R-7 names Building Level Educators of the Year
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MSU-WP Alumni, Friends Picnic is May 2; all invited
Officials with the Missouri State University-West Plains office of advancement and the MSU Foundation invite alumni, friends and community members to the annual Alumni & Friends Picnic May 2 in the exhibit hall at the West Plains Civic Center, 110 St. Louis St. more
WP Education Foundation launches fundraiser giveaway with business support
A fundraiser supporting classroom innovation grants from the West Plains Education Foundation has been launched, offering an opportunity to enter for a chance to win $5,000 in cash. more
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Snodgras honored with state PR award
Lana Snodgras, director of communications for West Plains R-7 School District, has been recognized with a state public relations award by the Missouri School Public Relations Association (MOSPRA). more
Dr. Wesley Davis, West Plains R-7 School District superintendent, was recently celebrated by the Missouri Association of School Administrators (MASA) for 25 years of dedicated service in educational administration. “Over the last 25 years, Dr. Davis has exemplified excellence, serving in various capacities that include 19 years at the district administration level and six years as a building principal,” shared R-7 District Communications Director Lana Snodgras. Davis served as the superintendent of schools in the Greenfield School District and Cabool School District prior to assuming his current role with the West Plains School District. The recognition of Dr. Davis' commitment to education took place at the awards banquet during the MASA Spring Conference, held March 20 at Lake Ozark. “We extend our gratitude to Dr. Davis for his leadership and dedicated service to our students, staff and community,” added Snodgras.
R-7 superintendent recognized for 25 years in education administration
A hands on experience is needed to learn agricultural operations, and that's just what is promised by the Missouri State University-West Plains agriculture program, which got a recent boost from Dr. Linda Wulff-Risner. Wulff-Risner is a professor of agriculture and the owner of Risner Stables. She made the recent decision to gift the 40 acre facility to the university, to assist in the growth of the agriculture program. Classes have been held there for some time, and plant sciences student Irvin Johnson is shown repairing an electric fence that was damaged by deer running into it.
Chancellor: Impact of ag professor's 40-acre gift to MSU-WP 'inestimable'
The Missouri State University-West Plains campus recently expanded by about 40 acres, thanks to a generous gift from Dr. Linda Wulff-Risner, a professor of agriculture there for about 30 years. The donation of her property, Risner Stables, will allow the university to expand its agriculture program as part of the matching portion of a MoExcels grant applied for through the Missouri Department of Higher Education. more
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Officials with MFA Oil recently awarded a $2,000 grant to Missouri State University-West Plains to support the university’s agriculture program. University officials said the money will be used to purchase simulation equipment for the animal science program to provide hands-on training opportunities for students. University officials thanked Debbie Branson, director of foundation relations with the Missouri State University Foundation in Springfield, for securing the grant for the campus. On hand for the presentation were, from left, MFA Oil delegate Randy Pace, MSU-WP Chancellor Dennis Lancaster, Director of Development and Annual Giving Rachel Peterson, Dean of Career and Technical Education Cathy Boys, Professor of Agriculture Dr. Linda Wulff-Risner, MFA Oil West Plains Plant Manager Matt Warren, Southeast District Manager Trevor Honeycutt, MSU-WP Vice Chancellor of Academic Affairs Dr. Michael Orf and MFA Oil Southeast District Operations Manager MG Behrend.
MFA Oil awards $2K grant to MSU-WP for ag program
Sheila Barton, center, director or workforce development programs at Missouri State University-West Plains, retired from her position March 1 after 10 years of service. Barton was hired Feb. 12, 2014, as the project manager for the university’s education and training programs funded by the U.S. Department of Labor’s Trade Adjustment Assistance Community College and Career Training Grant Program. On July 1, 2019, she was named director of workforce development programs. Barton received a certificate noting her years of service and a piano arch mantle clock from MSU-WP Chancellor Dennis Lancaster, left. With them is Cathy Boys, dean of career and technical education.
Barton retires from MSU-WP after 10 years
‘Astronomy in Ozark Heritage’ theme of 3rd annual Academic Symposium
“Astronomy in Ozark Heritage” is the theme of the third annual Academic Symposium at Missouri State University-West Plains, set for May 2 at the West Plains Civic Center. more
Shane Hull, right, visits with his adviser, Assistant Professor Alex Pinnon, about the requirements he needs to fulfill for graduation in May.
The build-up to commencement
Editor’s Note: Shane Hull is a sophomore at Missouri State University-West Plains who began his collegiate career as a traditional student — one who enrolls in college immediately following high school. These students have their own sets of challenges, from picking the college they want to attend to actually attending classes. In this column, Shane concludes his story as a traditional college student by sharing the steps he’s taking to prepare for commencement. Shane works part time in the MSU-WP university communications office. more
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MSU-WP Calendar of Events
Below are several upcoming events at Missouri State University-West Plains (MSU-WP), many of which are open to the community. Feel free to clip this calendar and keep it for your reference to make sure you don’t miss any events that might interest you. Also listed are several important dates on the university’s calendar that area residents might want to keep in mind.  more
Former Missouri State University-West Plains Chancellor Kent Thomas made several trips back to campus after leaving in 2007 to show his support for the university and its faculty and staff. Here, he speaks at an event at the amphitheater in 2021.
Former Chancellor Kent Thomas remembered at MSU-WP
Officials at Missouri State University-West Plains on Tuesday were mourning the passing of former chancellor Kent Thomas. more
Eighteen West Plains High School Future Teachers of America (FTA) students recently learned about the world of teaching, hearing from the superintendent of schools, Dr. Wesley Davis, standing, and teachers who once roamed the halls as students. From exploring education programs at Missouri State University-West Plains to uncovering diverse career paths, students learned many valuable insights, shared school district Communications Director Lana Snodgras. FTA seeks to pave the way for aspiring teachers, offering hands-on experiences and a supportive community, she added.
FTA students get up-close look at teaching
Zizzer alumna Madylin Cooper, Class of 2022, left, is a former Project Lead the Way (PLTW) biomedical student who was asked to continue an independent project, which she developed at West Plains High School, as a student at Clemson University. With her is Nathan Fleming, a West Plains High School teacher and PLTW instructor, and 2022 recipient of a National Outstanding Teacher award for PLTW. He will present PLTW at a national showcase Thursday.
Zizzer teacher to present PLTW to national audience Thursday
West Plains High School science teacher Nathan Fleming will give a presentation on Project Lead the Way (PLTW) in a national showcase Thursday, in order to showcase PLTW for school districts considering adding the S.T.E.M.-focused program to their curriculum or to improve existing science, math, technology and engineering programs by implementing the innovative practices of PLTW. more
South Fork School has continued with its St. Jude Children's Research Hospital fundraiser this year, donating about $22,000 to the worthy cause through its "Kids Helping Kids" campaign and a partnership with the K-Kountry 95 St. Jude Radiothon. Since 2010, the elementary school has raised about $125,000 total for the nonprofit hospital in Memphis, Tenn., that treats children and conducts research into childhood diseases and cancers without charge to families. South Fork Principal Dr. Seth Huddleston, along with some staff members and students, shared their experience with the West Plains R-7 School Board during a recent meeting. Seated from left: students Caleb Russell, Hazel Riggs, Evelyn Rodriguez and Kenley Russell. Standing: second grade teacher Nichole Riggs, student Aubry Holmes in front of Huddleston, speech-language teacher Caty Holmes holding the sign with first grade teacher Amber Russell on the opposite side, students Granger Johnson and Reese Johnson in front of faculty member Katelyn Johnson, and third grade teacher Patricia Rodriguez holding daughter Meritt.
South Fork raises $22K for St. Jude Children's Research Hospital
Administration, faculty, staff, patrons and students of South Fork School have long been supporters of the St. Jude Children's Research Hospital, raising funds for the facility each year. They outdid themselves this year by surpassing their $21,000 fundraising goal by about $1,000. more
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Amanda Grisham's South Fork Elementary first grade class recently did 100 acts of kindness to celebrate 100 days of school. First graders handed out Sonic drinks to teachers and staff with a kind message such as, “I appreciate you.” The children also took time to read to preschool students, made Post-it notes with kind affirmations and placed them on classroom doors, cheered for kindergarteners as they went out to recess and told them to have a great day, provided cookies to several classes, and wrote letters and drew pictures for others. “It was fun to watch the kindness spread throughout the building,” said district officials.
Celebrating 100 days with kindness
Crockett Oaks III from the Lincoln School Project recently visited students in third through sixth grades at South Fork Elementary. “He shared the fascinating history of the Lincoln School and its transformation into the Lincoln School Project,” shared district Communications Director Lana Snodgras. “The session educated the students and brought Black History Month to life, sparking curiosity and appreciation for the school's legacy.” Follow the project on Facebook @thelincolnschoolproject or visit lincolnschoolproject.com to learn more.
South Fork students learn about Lincoln School Project
West Plains R-7 board meets on Tuesday
The West Plains R-7 Board of Education will meet in regular session at 5:30 p.m. Tuesday in the West Plains High School library, following a brief closed session set to begin at 5 to discuss legal, real estate, personnel and student matters. more
TJ Swift House A.S.C.E.N.D. program fees waived for 2 years
Area students eligible for the TJ Swift House A.S.C.E.N.D. Program at Missouri State University-West Plains will not have to pay the program fee for the next two academic years. more
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