Senior Sunrise π
The Class of 2027 gathered bright and early this morning to enjoy breakfast, spend time together and watch the sunrise before beginning their first day of school. What a special way to kick off their senior year and make memories together!
Hereβs to an unforgettable final year, seniors! β€οΈπ€
#thebestwillbe #seniors2027
The Class of 2027 gathered bright and early this morning to enjoy breakfast, spend time together and watch the sunrise before beginning their first day of school. What a special way to kick off their senior year and make memories together!
Hereβs to an unforgettable final year, seniors! β€οΈπ€
#thebestwillbe #seniors2027
ππ πMIDDLE SCHOOL FALL SPORTS PARENT MEETING
Parents and guardians of middle school fall athletes are encouraged to attend a parent meeting this Thursday, August 27, at 5:30 p.m. in Hiett Gym.
We look forward to seeing you there!
Parents and guardians of middle school fall athletes are encouraged to attend a parent meeting this Thursday, August 27, at 5:30 p.m. in Hiett Gym.
We look forward to seeing you there!
IMPORTANT ANNOUNCEMENT: To alleviate traffic congestion around the district, parents/guardians/families picking up students after school should not line up on the streets more than 5 minutes before classes dismiss.
Lineup times for each building are:
π₯ EARLY CHILDHOOD CENTER - 2:50 p.m.
π₯ ELEMENTARY - 2:55 p.m.
π₯ MIDDLE & HIGH SCHOOL - 3:05 p.m.
Thank you for adhering to these times and helping keep our students and community safe.
Lineup times for each building are:
π₯ EARLY CHILDHOOD CENTER - 2:50 p.m.
π₯ ELEMENTARY - 2:55 p.m.
π₯ MIDDLE & HIGH SCHOOL - 3:05 p.m.
Thank you for adhering to these times and helping keep our students and community safe.
π¨ REGISTER FOR THE 2026-2027 SCHOOL YEAR NOW! π¨
The first day of school is Tuesday, Aug. 25! If you have not completed your studentβs online registration, please do so before the first day.
π Online registration is required annually for ALL new and returning students attending Houston R-1 Schools.
β Register today:
https://www.houston.k12.mo.us/page/enroll
Please select and complete the correct application for each student.
Already completed registration? Log in and verify that your application was successfully submitted. If it does not appear in the system, you will need to submit it again.
π¬ Need help? Contact the District Office at 417-967-3024.
The first day of school is Tuesday, Aug. 25! If you have not completed your studentβs online registration, please do so before the first day.
π Online registration is required annually for ALL new and returning students attending Houston R-1 Schools.
β Register today:
https://www.houston.k12.mo.us/page/enroll
Please select and complete the correct application for each student.
Already completed registration? Log in and verify that your application was successfully submitted. If it does not appear in the system, you will need to submit it again.
π¬ Need help? Contact the District Office at 417-967-3024.
π IMPORTANT BUS TRANSPORTATION REMINDER π
If you have not received information regarding your childβs bus route or pick-up and drop-off times, it is likely that we have not received a transportation request for your child.
π If your child will need bus transportation, please complete the Online Registration process as soon as possible to submit the required Annual Transportation Request Form.
β To verify your studentβs transportation details, please log in to your Parent Portal.
π Need additional information? Contact Dave Rust, Transportation Director, at 417-927-3024.
If you have not received information regarding your childβs bus route or pick-up and drop-off times, it is likely that we have not received a transportation request for your child.
π If your child will need bus transportation, please complete the Online Registration process as soon as possible to submit the required Annual Transportation Request Form.
β To verify your studentβs transportation details, please log in to your Parent Portal.
π Need additional information? Contact Dave Rust, Transportation Director, at 417-927-3024.
πππππΎπ: Our staff is participating in
ππππππΏππ πππΌπππππ today as we continue to emphasize school safety in collaboration with area law enforcement.
There will be a police presence on campus as well as possible gunshot sounds. Both are part of today's drill. There is no threat to our campus.
#TheBestWillBe
π» Chromebook Insurance Reminder!
Chromebook insurance is available for $25. Payments must be received by 3:30 p.m. on Tuesday, September 8. Late payments will not be accepted.
Payments may be made by cash, check, or card at your studentβs respective officeβor online through the Infinite Campus Parent Portal.
Chromebook insurance is available for $25. Payments must be received by 3:30 p.m. on Tuesday, September 8. Late payments will not be accepted.
Payments may be made by cash, check, or card at your studentβs respective officeβor online through the Infinite Campus Parent Portal.
π THANK YOU FOR MAKING OUR 5TH ANNUAL SCHOOL-A-PALOOZA A SUCCESS! π
What an incredible turnout! We welcomed 319 attendees, including:
π 103 parents
βοΈ 117 elementary students
π 39 middle school students
π 60 high school students
A total of 207 students preregistered for school-supply assistance, and more than 50 additional students signed up during the event!
A special thank-you goes to our committee membersβAlicia Thomas, Alicia Wilson, Crystal Ford and Tara Volkβfor the time, planning and hard work they put into making School-A-Palooza possible.
We are also incredibly grateful to all of the vendors and community partners who joined us:
TCMH, Forbes, Texas County Democrats, Thrive After School Care, OZH/BHC, Walmart, Special Olympics, First Steps, CASA of South Central Missouri, The STARS Foundation, Missouri Ozarks Community Health, MU Extension, Penmac Education Staffing, Faith Fellowship Church, Sonic Drive-In, Free Books, Fraternal Order of Eagles, Oak Hill Christian Church and CHC Do-It Center.
Thank you to every family, organization, volunteer and community member who helped make our fifth year such a success. Together, we are βBlooming Into a Great Year!β πΈπ―β€οΈ
What an incredible turnout! We welcomed 319 attendees, including:
π 103 parents
βοΈ 117 elementary students
π 39 middle school students
π 60 high school students
A total of 207 students preregistered for school-supply assistance, and more than 50 additional students signed up during the event!
A special thank-you goes to our committee membersβAlicia Thomas, Alicia Wilson, Crystal Ford and Tara Volkβfor the time, planning and hard work they put into making School-A-Palooza possible.
We are also incredibly grateful to all of the vendors and community partners who joined us:
TCMH, Forbes, Texas County Democrats, Thrive After School Care, OZH/BHC, Walmart, Special Olympics, First Steps, CASA of South Central Missouri, The STARS Foundation, Missouri Ozarks Community Health, MU Extension, Penmac Education Staffing, Faith Fellowship Church, Sonic Drive-In, Free Books, Fraternal Order of Eagles, Oak Hill Christian Church and CHC Do-It Center.
Thank you to every family, organization, volunteer and community member who helped make our fifth year such a success. Together, we are βBlooming Into a Great Year!β πΈπ―β€οΈ
Is your student up-to-date with their π«πππππ£ππ¨? Although summer break just began, now is a good time to check. It is the policy of the Houston R-1 School District and a Missouri State Law that all students attending district schools shall be immunized in accordance with law against vaccine-preventable diseases. The following information is courtesy the Texas County Health Department:
ππππΏππππΌππππ ππ ππππ 4 πππΌππ ππ πΌππ are required to have:
π΄ 2 MMR - Measles, Mumps and Rubella
π΄ 2 Varicella-Chicken Pox
π΄ 4 doses of DTAP with at least 1 dose given after their 4th birthday
π΄ 3 doses of polio with at least 1 dose given after their 4th birthday
π΄ 3 doses of Hepatitis B vaccine
(Most 4-5 year old children will need the MMR, Varicella and a DTAP with IPV before school starts)
ππππππ πππΌπΏπππ are required to have:
π΄ 1 TDAP
π΄ 1 MCV
πππππππ are required to have:
π΄ 1 MCV
Medical and religious exemptions are available and must be updated yearly. They are available at the school district as well as the county health department.
ππππΏππππΌππππ ππ ππππ 4 πππΌππ ππ πΌππ are required to have:
π΄ 2 MMR - Measles, Mumps and Rubella
π΄ 2 Varicella-Chicken Pox
π΄ 4 doses of DTAP with at least 1 dose given after their 4th birthday
π΄ 3 doses of polio with at least 1 dose given after their 4th birthday
π΄ 3 doses of Hepatitis B vaccine
(Most 4-5 year old children will need the MMR, Varicella and a DTAP with IPV before school starts)
ππππππ πππΌπΏπππ are required to have:
π΄ 1 TDAP
π΄ 1 MCV
πππππππ are required to have:
π΄ 1 MCV
Medical and religious exemptions are available and must be updated yearly. They are available at the school district as well as the county health department.
Our community - from donors and vendors to volunteers - is the heartbeat of our annual SCHOOL-A-PALOOZA as we provide extra support for our families and a fun event to kickstart the year. Have you signed up yet to partner with us?
Get all the details of how you can volunteer, give, set up a booth or more via this link. https://www.houston.k12.mo.us/page/schoolapalooza
T-shirt orders are due July 1, so we want to make sure any sponsors donating $250 or more are included on the shirts. To guarantee their name is printed, sponsorship commitments should be received by the July 1 deadline.
#OurTeamOurTown
Get all the details of how you can volunteer, give, set up a booth or more via this link. https://www.houston.k12.mo.us/page/schoolapalooza
T-shirt orders are due July 1, so we want to make sure any sponsors donating $250 or more are included on the shirts. To guarantee their name is printed, sponsorship commitments should be received by the July 1 deadline.
#OurTeamOurTown
π
π Congratulations to our Houston Special Olympics athletes on an outstanding performance at the State Special Olympics Competition in Kirksville this weekend!
Both athletes represented Houston with determination, sportsmanship, and Tiger pride while competing against athletes from across Missouri.
π Henry Shelton
π₯ Silver β 100 Meter Dash
π₯ Bronze β Mini Javelin
π₯ Gold β Shot Put
π Maycee Stilley
π₯ Gold β 50 Meter Run
π₯ Gold β Softball Throw
π₯ Gold β Standing Long Jump
We are incredibly proud of Henry and Maycee for their hard work and achievements. Congratulations on bringing home an impressive collection of medals and representing Houston so well at the state level! β€οΈπ€
Both athletes represented Houston with determination, sportsmanship, and Tiger pride while competing against athletes from across Missouri.
π Henry Shelton
π₯ Silver β 100 Meter Dash
π₯ Bronze β Mini Javelin
π₯ Gold β Shot Put
π Maycee Stilley
π₯ Gold β 50 Meter Run
π₯ Gold β Softball Throw
π₯ Gold β Standing Long Jump
We are incredibly proud of Henry and Maycee for their hard work and achievements. Congratulations on bringing home an impressive collection of medals and representing Houston so well at the state level! β€οΈπ€
π¨ GAME UPDATE π¨
The Houston Lady Tigersβ State Quarterfinal softball game at Thayer has been postponed due to weather.
π₯ The game will now be played tomorrow at 5:00 PM.
The Houston Lady Tigersβ State Quarterfinal softball game at Thayer has been postponed due to weather.
π₯ The game will now be played tomorrow at 5:00 PM.
βΎοΈ GAME UPDATE βΎοΈ
Due to weather, todayβs championship baseball game against Licking has been postponed until tomorrow at 4:00 PM at home.
Due to weather, todayβs championship baseball game against Licking has been postponed until tomorrow at 4:00 PM at home.
π² BIKE TO SCHOOL DAY β May 6, 2026! π²
Houston School District is excited to celebrate Bike to School Day on May 6, 2026!
Students who bike or roll to school will be entered into a fun prize drawing π and will also enjoy light breakfast items when they arrive.
π Park at your schoolβs bike rack and ride in safely with friends!
Donβt live close enough to ride all the way? No problem!
Park at the football field and let your student bike the rest of the way to school.
Letβs get moving, enjoy the fresh air, and make it a great morning, Tigers!
Houston School District is excited to celebrate Bike to School Day on May 6, 2026!
Students who bike or roll to school will be entered into a fun prize drawing π and will also enjoy light breakfast items when they arrive.
π Park at your schoolβs bike rack and ride in safely with friends!
Donβt live close enough to ride all the way? No problem!
Park at the football field and let your student bike the rest of the way to school.
Letβs get moving, enjoy the fresh air, and make it a great morning, Tigers!
π¨β¨ Emmett Kelly Day Art Award Winners! β¨π¨
A big congratulations to our talented art students recognized for their outstanding work on Emmett Kelly Day! We are so proud of the creativity and effort each student put into their pieces.
πΈ From left to right:
β’ Garrett Allen β 1st Place & Peopleβs Choice
β’ Brianna Hudnall β 2nd Place
β’ Lyla Huffman β 3rd Place
β’ Evelyn Demery β Honorable Mention
β’ Kiernan Scott β Honorable Mention
What an impressive showing of artistic talent from our students!
A big congratulations to our talented art students recognized for their outstanding work on Emmett Kelly Day! We are so proud of the creativity and effort each student put into their pieces.
πΈ From left to right:
β’ Garrett Allen β 1st Place & Peopleβs Choice
β’ Brianna Hudnall β 2nd Place
β’ Lyla Huffman β 3rd Place
β’ Evelyn Demery β Honorable Mention
β’ Kiernan Scott β Honorable Mention
What an impressive showing of artistic talent from our students!
βΎοΈ Game Update βΎοΈ
Todayβs high school baseball game vs. Ava will be played at home with a 5:00 PM first pitch.
Come out and support the Tigers!
Todayβs high school baseball game vs. Ava will be played at home with a 5:00 PM first pitch.
Come out and support the Tigers!
π° Learning About Money Matters! π°
Today, our 4th graders had a great visit from West Plains Bank, where they learned how money leaves a trail and why itβs important to be mindful about saving and spending.
Real-world lessons like these help set our students up for smart financial choices in the futureβthanks for sharing your knowledge with our Tigers! π―
Today, our 4th graders had a great visit from West Plains Bank, where they learned how money leaves a trail and why itβs important to be mindful about saving and spending.
Real-world lessons like these help set our students up for smart financial choices in the futureβthanks for sharing your knowledge with our Tigers! π―
βΎοΈ Game Update βΎοΈ
Todayβs high school baseball game has been canceled.
Weβll share updates if a reschedule is announced.
Todayβs high school baseball game has been canceled.
Weβll share updates if a reschedule is announced.
βΎοΈ Game Update βΎοΈ
Todayβs middle school baseball game at Cabool has been canceled.
The game has been rescheduled for May 5 at 4:30 PM.
Make plans to come out and support the Tigers next week! π―
Todayβs middle school baseball game at Cabool has been canceled.
The game has been rescheduled for May 5 at 4:30 PM.
Make plans to come out and support the Tigers next week! π―
π₯ Game Update
Todayβs home high school softball game vs. Liberty has been canceled.
Weβll share any reschedule details as soon as they are available.
Todayβs home high school softball game vs. Liberty has been canceled.
Weβll share any reschedule details as soon as they are available.
