
📚🐾 Title I Information Meeting 🐾📚
Parents and families are invited to join us for our Title I Information Meeting.
📅 Monday, October 6, 2025
🕕 6:00 p.m.
📍 Houston Elementary
We look forward to seeing you there!
Parents and families are invited to join us for our Title I Information Meeting.
📅 Monday, October 6, 2025
🕕 6:00 p.m.
📍 Houston Elementary
We look forward to seeing you there!


🎉✨ Elementary School Family Fun Night ✨🎉
Join us for an evening full of laughter, activities, and memories with your family!
📅 Monday, October 6, 2025
🕕 6:00 – 7:00 p.m.
📍 ECC for Pre-K students & Elementary for grades K–5
It’s going to be a night of fun you won’t want to miss—see you there!
Join us for an evening full of laughter, activities, and memories with your family!
📅 Monday, October 6, 2025
🕕 6:00 – 7:00 p.m.
📍 ECC for Pre-K students & Elementary for grades K–5
It’s going to be a night of fun you won’t want to miss—see you there!


📣 Houston Middle School Fundraiser 📣
Houston Middle School students are kicking off their fundraiser to help raise money for field trips and social events! Orders are due by October 17th at 3:00 PM and can be turned in to the Middle School Office.
👕 Items for sale:
T-Shirts: $15 (S–XL) | $17 (2XL–4XL)
Long Sleeve Shirts: $20 (S–XL) | $22 (2XL–4XL)
Hoodies: $28 (S–XL) | $30 (2XL–4XL)
Sweatpants: $24 (S–XL) | $26 (2XL–4XL)
🎨 Color options for shirts: grey, red, black, and white
⚫ Sweatpants are black only
💵 Payment is required when ordering. Cash or checks only.
Let’s support our middle school Tigers and help them make memories on field trips and school events! ❤️🖤
Houston Middle School students are kicking off their fundraiser to help raise money for field trips and social events! Orders are due by October 17th at 3:00 PM and can be turned in to the Middle School Office.
👕 Items for sale:
T-Shirts: $15 (S–XL) | $17 (2XL–4XL)
Long Sleeve Shirts: $20 (S–XL) | $22 (2XL–4XL)
Hoodies: $28 (S–XL) | $30 (2XL–4XL)
Sweatpants: $24 (S–XL) | $26 (2XL–4XL)
🎨 Color options for shirts: grey, red, black, and white
⚫ Sweatpants are black only
💵 Payment is required when ordering. Cash or checks only.
Let’s support our middle school Tigers and help them make memories on field trips and school events! ❤️🖤



📚✨ Save the Date! ✨📚
The Scholastic Book Fair is almost here — and it’s going to be the BEST. DAY. EVER! 🎉
📝 Dates:
🍎 Elementary: October 14–23
🐯 Middle School/High School: October 20–23
Visit the following website to set up a Book Fair eWallet:
https://bookfairs.scholastic.com/bf/houstonelementaryschool14
Get ready to stock up on books, spark imagination, and celebrate the joy of reading! ❤️📖


📢 Reminder, Tigers! 🐾
There will be NO SCHOOL on Monday, September 29.
Enjoy the long weekend, and we’ll see everyone back on Tuesday, ready to learn! 🍎✏️
There will be NO SCHOOL on Monday, September 29.
Enjoy the long weekend, and we’ll see everyone back on Tuesday, ready to learn! 🍎✏️


📢 Join us for See You At The Pole!
Our HHS Fellowship of Christian Athletes (FCA) invites students, staff, and community members to gather together in prayer on Wednesday, September 24th at 7:00 AM. We’ll meet by the flags near the old middle school entrance.
This year’s theme is Awe, inspired by Habakkuk 3:2.
Come unite with others in faith and prayer before the school day begins.
Our HHS Fellowship of Christian Athletes (FCA) invites students, staff, and community members to gather together in prayer on Wednesday, September 24th at 7:00 AM. We’ll meet by the flags near the old middle school entrance.
This year’s theme is Awe, inspired by Habakkuk 3:2.
Come unite with others in faith and prayer before the school day begins.


👑🏐 Tonight is the night, Sept. 23! 🏐👑
The High School Lady Tiger Volleyball start at 5:00 p.m. against the Salem Tigers! 🐾🔥
After the varsity match, stick around for the King of the Court ceremony to see who will be crowned 👑.
📍 Houston High School - Fieldhouse
🕖 Games start at 5 p.m. | Followed by King of the Court
Let’s pack the gym with Tiger spirit and make it a night to remember! ❤️🖤
The High School Lady Tiger Volleyball start at 5:00 p.m. against the Salem Tigers! 🐾🔥
After the varsity match, stick around for the King of the Court ceremony to see who will be crowned 👑.
📍 Houston High School - Fieldhouse
🕖 Games start at 5 p.m. | Followed by King of the Court
Let’s pack the gym with Tiger spirit and make it a night to remember! ❤️🖤


Join Our Team: Auto Technology (Mechanics) Instructor (Part-time)
The Houston R-1 School District is seeking a dedicated Auto Technology Instructor for the 2026-2027 school year. This position is contingent on the successful application and implementation of the Auto Technology program for the 2026-2027 academic year.
If you have a passion for teaching and automotive technology, we want to hear from you!
For a full job description and application details, visit our website and look under the employment section.
📞 Questions? Contact:
Mrs. Amanda Munson, High School Principal
📱 417-967-3024
✉️ amunson@houston.k12.mo.us
Join our team and help shape the next generation of skilled mechanics! 🐾
The Houston R-1 School District is seeking a dedicated Auto Technology Instructor for the 2026-2027 school year. This position is contingent on the successful application and implementation of the Auto Technology program for the 2026-2027 academic year.
If you have a passion for teaching and automotive technology, we want to hear from you!
For a full job description and application details, visit our website and look under the employment section.
📞 Questions? Contact:
Mrs. Amanda Munson, High School Principal
📱 417-967-3024
✉️ amunson@houston.k12.mo.us
Join our team and help shape the next generation of skilled mechanics! 🐾


❤️ Show your support for Bright Futures and help make a difference in the lives of kids right here in our community!
Every shirt purchased goes directly toward helping meet the basic needs of students—whether it’s food, clothing, or other essentials that allow them to focus on learning and growing.
✨ Choose your favorite style: short sleeve, long sleeve, or crewneck sweatshirt—and wear it proudly knowing you’re supporting an incredible cause!
📅 Orders are open now through September 26th. Don’t miss your chance to give back in a simple but meaningful way.
Together, we can brighten the future for kids who need it most.
Every shirt purchased goes directly toward helping meet the basic needs of students—whether it’s food, clothing, or other essentials that allow them to focus on learning and growing.
✨ Choose your favorite style: short sleeve, long sleeve, or crewneck sweatshirt—and wear it proudly knowing you’re supporting an incredible cause!
📅 Orders are open now through September 26th. Don’t miss your chance to give back in a simple but meaningful way.
Together, we can brighten the future for kids who need it most.


🎪✨ Families, mark your calendars! ✨🎪
Houston Schools is excited to share an upcoming community event you won’t want to miss — the CASA Carnival at Pete’s at Ledgeland Acres Farm in Rolla!
📅 Date: Sept. 19
📍 Location: Pete’s at Ledgeland Acres Farm, Rolla
💲 Cost: FREE for all families
This fun-filled day will include:
🍔 Delicious food
🎶 Music & entertainment
🎯 Games & activities for children of all ages
Not only is this event packed with fun, it also supports an important mission — raising awareness of the vital work CASA does to advocate for children in foster care. 💙
We hope you’ll join in the laughter, play, and community spirit. Let’s come together to support CASA and celebrate kids!
Houston Schools is excited to share an upcoming community event you won’t want to miss — the CASA Carnival at Pete’s at Ledgeland Acres Farm in Rolla!
📅 Date: Sept. 19
📍 Location: Pete’s at Ledgeland Acres Farm, Rolla
💲 Cost: FREE for all families
This fun-filled day will include:
🍔 Delicious food
🎶 Music & entertainment
🎯 Games & activities for children of all ages
Not only is this event packed with fun, it also supports an important mission — raising awareness of the vital work CASA does to advocate for children in foster care. 💙
We hope you’ll join in the laughter, play, and community spirit. Let’s come together to support CASA and celebrate kids!


🍎✨ Outstanding Educator Award ✨🍎
Parents and students — here’s your chance to celebrate the amazing teachers who make Houston Schools so special! ❤️🖤
Nominate your favorite Houston teacher for the McDonald’s Outstanding Educator Award. Selected educators will win a $100 gift card and be recognized for their dedication and hard work in the classroom.
📅 Nominations are open through September 28
📲 Submit your nomination here: www.mcdonaldsmo.com/outstanding-educator
Let’s show our Tiger Teachers how much we appreciate them! 🐅🍎
Parents and students — here’s your chance to celebrate the amazing teachers who make Houston Schools so special! ❤️🖤
Nominate your favorite Houston teacher for the McDonald’s Outstanding Educator Award. Selected educators will win a $100 gift card and be recognized for their dedication and hard work in the classroom.
📅 Nominations are open through September 28
📲 Submit your nomination here: www.mcdonaldsmo.com/outstanding-educator
Let’s show our Tiger Teachers how much we appreciate them! 🐅🍎


𝙉𝙊𝙏𝙄𝘾𝙀: Our staff is participating in 𝙄𝙉𝙏𝙍𝙐𝘿𝙀𝙍 𝙏𝙍𝘼𝙄𝙉𝙄𝙉𝙂 today as we continue to emphasize school safety in colloboration with area law enforcement and under the direction of Spearpoint LLC. There will be a police presence on campus as well as possible gunshot sounds. Both are part of today's drill.

📢 Reminder, Tigers! 🐾
There will be NO SCHOOL on Monday, September 15 for a scheduled Professional Development Day.
We’ll see all students back in class on Tuesday, September 16. Enjoy your long weekend! ❤️🖤
There will be NO SCHOOL on Monday, September 15 for a scheduled Professional Development Day.
We’ll see all students back in class on Tuesday, September 16. Enjoy your long weekend! ❤️🖤


🌙✨ Starry Night Homecoming Week is NEXT WEEK – Sept. 8-12! ✨🌙
Get ready to show your Tiger spirit all week long! 🎉 Here are the dress-up days for Homecoming:
⭐ Monday – “Dreaming Under the Stars”
Wear your comfiest pajamas 💤
⭐ Tuesday – “Shine Bright Like a Star”
Wear anything sparkly and shiny ✨
⭐ Wednesday – “Night Skies”
Dress in all black 🌌
⭐ Thursday – “Framed”
Dress like a painting 🎨
⭐ Friday – “Paint the Night RED”
Wear Red & Black ❤️🖤
Go ahead and start planning out your outfits now so you’re ready to shine all week long. Let’s make Homecoming a week full of creativity, fun, and Tiger pride! 🐯🎉
Get ready to show your Tiger spirit all week long! 🎉 Here are the dress-up days for Homecoming:
⭐ Monday – “Dreaming Under the Stars”
Wear your comfiest pajamas 💤
⭐ Tuesday – “Shine Bright Like a Star”
Wear anything sparkly and shiny ✨
⭐ Wednesday – “Night Skies”
Dress in all black 🌌
⭐ Thursday – “Framed”
Dress like a painting 🎨
⭐ Friday – “Paint the Night RED”
Wear Red & Black ❤️🖤
Go ahead and start planning out your outfits now so you’re ready to shine all week long. Let’s make Homecoming a week full of creativity, fun, and Tiger pride! 🐯🎉


📢 Reminder, Tigers! 🐾
There will be NO SCHOOL on Monday, September 1, 2025 in observance of Labor Day.
Enjoy the long weekend and we’ll see everyone back in class on Tuesday, September 2nd! 🍎✏️
There will be NO SCHOOL on Monday, September 1, 2025 in observance of Labor Day.
Enjoy the long weekend and we’ll see everyone back in class on Tuesday, September 2nd! 🍎✏️


📸✨ School Photos Are Coming Soon! ✨📸
Houston School students will have their photos taken starting the first and second week of school. Order forms will be sent home with students. Don’t miss this chance to capture memories that last a lifetime!
🗓️ Photo Schedule
Elementary
Pre-K (3&4) and HALO → Tuesday, August 26
Kindergarten, 1st & 2nd → Wednesday, August 27
3rd, 4th & 5th → Thursday, August 28
Middle School
6th, 7th & 8th → Tuesday, September 2
High School
9th, 10th & 11th → Wednesday, September 3
Seniors (12th grade) → Thursday, September 4
Let’s see those Tiger smiles!
Houston School students will have their photos taken starting the first and second week of school. Order forms will be sent home with students. Don’t miss this chance to capture memories that last a lifetime!
🗓️ Photo Schedule
Elementary
Pre-K (3&4) and HALO → Tuesday, August 26
Kindergarten, 1st & 2nd → Wednesday, August 27
3rd, 4th & 5th → Thursday, August 28
Middle School
6th, 7th & 8th → Tuesday, September 2
High School
9th, 10th & 11th → Wednesday, September 3
Seniors (12th grade) → Thursday, September 4
Let’s see those Tiger smiles!

✨🌙 HOUSTON HOMECOMING 2025 🌙✨
Mark your calendars, Tigers—Homecoming is set for Friday, September 12 and this year’s theme is “Starry Night”! ⭐️🌌
The tradition continues with the HHS Homecoming Parade, and we’d love to see our community represented! 🚗🎉 If you would like to enter a float or vehicle, please contact HHS Student Council Sponsor Hershel Williams at:
📧 hwilliams@houston.k12.mo.us
📞 417-967-3024 ext. 2419
Let’s light up the night and celebrate Tiger Pride together!
Mark your calendars, Tigers—Homecoming is set for Friday, September 12 and this year’s theme is “Starry Night”! ⭐️🌌
The tradition continues with the HHS Homecoming Parade, and we’d love to see our community represented! 🚗🎉 If you would like to enter a float or vehicle, please contact HHS Student Council Sponsor Hershel Williams at:
📧 hwilliams@houston.k12.mo.us
📞 417-967-3024 ext. 2419
Let’s light up the night and celebrate Tiger Pride together!


🚨🐅 WARNING: THERE’S TIGERS IN THE WATER! 🐅🚨
📅 Friday, August 29, 2025
🏈 HHS Tigers vs. Pierce City
🎉 Pep Club Game Theme: WATER SAFETY!
💦 Ideas: Life vests • Pool noodles • Floaties • Arm floats
Show your school spirit by rocking your best water safety gear to the game!
Let’s pack the stands and cheer on the Tigers in style!
📅 Friday, August 29, 2025
🏈 HHS Tigers vs. Pierce City
🎉 Pep Club Game Theme: WATER SAFETY!
💦 Ideas: Life vests • Pool noodles • Floaties • Arm floats
Show your school spirit by rocking your best water safety gear to the game!
Let’s pack the stands and cheer on the Tigers in style!


📣 We’re Growing at the Houston Early Childhood Center! 🌟
Due to rising enrollment, the district is considering adding another preschool classroom!
✅ If you’re interested in having your child screened for a vacant slot, please contact the Elementary Office on or before Friday, August 29.
📌 Eligibility:
• Children must be 3 or 4 years old prior to August 1, 2025
• Priority will be given to 4-year-olds
We’re excited to welcome more little Tigers to our ECC family! 🐯❤️
📞 Questions? Call the Elementary Office at (417) 967-3024.


Tiger Fans – Let's Make Every Game a Great One! 🐾
As we gear up for another exciting season of Houston Tiger athletics, we want to remind all spectators of a few important guidelines to help us create a safe, respectful, and enjoyable experience for everyone!
🔴 Students 6th grade & under must be accompanied by an adult (older siblings do not count). These students should remain in designated seating or with family.
🔴 No tobacco, vaping, drugs, alcohol, or weapons are allowed on school grounds.
🔴 Once students leave the stadium or gym, they cannot reenter.
🔴 Show positive sportsmanship at all times – it’s a Tiger tradition and an MSHSAA expectation!
🔴 Inappropriate language, behavior, signs, or gestures will not be tolerated.
🔴 All spectators should remain in the stands until the final team huddle concludes.
Let’s work together to ensure Houston events are fun, safe, and full of Tiger Pride!
🎉 Thank you for your support – see you at the game!
As we gear up for another exciting season of Houston Tiger athletics, we want to remind all spectators of a few important guidelines to help us create a safe, respectful, and enjoyable experience for everyone!
🔴 Students 6th grade & under must be accompanied by an adult (older siblings do not count). These students should remain in designated seating or with family.
🔴 No tobacco, vaping, drugs, alcohol, or weapons are allowed on school grounds.
🔴 Once students leave the stadium or gym, they cannot reenter.
🔴 Show positive sportsmanship at all times – it’s a Tiger tradition and an MSHSAA expectation!
🔴 Inappropriate language, behavior, signs, or gestures will not be tolerated.
🔴 All spectators should remain in the stands until the final team huddle concludes.
Let’s work together to ensure Houston events are fun, safe, and full of Tiger Pride!
🎉 Thank you for your support – see you at the game!
