ππ£ Attention Middle School Parents! π£π
Athletic Director Brent Hall will host the Middle School Winter Sports Parent Meeting on Thursday, October 30th at 5:30 PM in the Fieldhouse.
This meeting will cover important information for all winter sports β donβt miss it!
Athletic Director Brent Hall will host the Middle School Winter Sports Parent Meeting on Thursday, October 30th at 5:30 PM in the Fieldhouse.
This meeting will cover important information for all winter sports β donβt miss it!
π’ SCHEDULE REMINDER π’
π§ Early Dismissal: Thursday, October 23 at 12:30 p.m.
π« No School: Friday, October 24
π« No School: Monday, October 27
Enjoy the long weekend, Tigers!
π§ Early Dismissal: Thursday, October 23 at 12:30 p.m.
π« No School: Friday, October 24
π« No School: Monday, October 27
Enjoy the long weekend, Tigers!
ππ Great Pumpkin Design Contest Winners! ππ
Our library was filled with creativity this week during the Great Pumpkin Design Contest! Students and staff designed pumpkins inspired by their favorite book characters, covers, or scenesβand the results were amazing!
π High School Winners
π₯ 1st Place β Breona Shriver
π₯ 2nd Place β Elizabeth Mitchell
π Middle School Winner
π Bailey Caswell
π Staff Winner
π Brett Rawlings
Thank you to everyone who participated and helped bring books to life in such a fun, festive way! π¨πβ¨
Our library was filled with creativity this week during the Great Pumpkin Design Contest! Students and staff designed pumpkins inspired by their favorite book characters, covers, or scenesβand the results were amazing!
π High School Winners
π₯ 1st Place β Breona Shriver
π₯ 2nd Place β Elizabeth Mitchell
π Middle School Winner
π Bailey Caswell
π Staff Winner
π Brett Rawlings
Thank you to everyone who participated and helped bring books to life in such a fun, festive way! π¨πβ¨
The Houston R-1 School District is hiring!
Weβre seeking an Exceptional Child Cooperative Director to join our team.
If youβre passionate about supporting students and leading special education services, weβd love to hear from you!
π Learn more and apply here: https://www.houston.k12.mo.us/page/employment
Weβre seeking an Exceptional Child Cooperative Director to join our team.
If youβre passionate about supporting students and leading special education services, weβd love to hear from you!
π Learn more and apply here: https://www.houston.k12.mo.us/page/employment
ππ Pumpkin Book Characters! ππ
Mrs. Kincaidβs 4th grade class showed off their creativity by decorating pumpkins to look like their favorite book characters! Each student also wrote a book report about the story their character came from.
Itβs always so much fun to see their imagination come to life through reading and art! πβ¨
Mrs. Kincaidβs 4th grade class showed off their creativity by decorating pumpkins to look like their favorite book characters! Each student also wrote a book report about the story their character came from.
Itβs always so much fun to see their imagination come to life through reading and art! πβ¨
π’ REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS
The Houston R-1 School District is seeking qualified Energy Service Companies (ESCOs) to provide RSMO 8.231 services to help our district improve operational efficiency through energy-saving measures, optimized building operations, and ongoing maintenance.
π« Bid Objective:
Assist Houston School District in becoming as energy-efficient and cost-effective as possible through a performance-based energy savings contract.
π Bid Due Date: January 9, 2026, at 2:00 PM
π§ Contact: Dr. Justin Copley, Superintendent β jcopley@houston.k12.mo.us
https://www.houston.k12.mo.us/page/bids
The Houston R-1 School District is seeking qualified Energy Service Companies (ESCOs) to provide RSMO 8.231 services to help our district improve operational efficiency through energy-saving measures, optimized building operations, and ongoing maintenance.
π« Bid Objective:
Assist Houston School District in becoming as energy-efficient and cost-effective as possible through a performance-based energy savings contract.
π Bid Due Date: January 9, 2026, at 2:00 PM
π§ Contact: Dr. Justin Copley, Superintendent β jcopley@houston.k12.mo.us
https://www.houston.k12.mo.us/page/bids
π Houston High School Student of the Month β October π
This month, weβre focusing on the βRβ in our PROBLEM Solver vision: Responsible and Respectful.
A Responsible and Respectful student is someone who keeps their promises, honors commitments, and shows respect for othersβ feelings, time, and possessions. They face challenges without excuses and take ownership of their actions.
π Congratulations to our October Student of the Month, Kamryn Campney! π
Kamryn exemplifies what it means to be responsible and respectful every day at Houston High School. Weβre proud to recognize her leadership, accountability, and kindness toward others!
This month, weβre focusing on the βRβ in our PROBLEM Solver vision: Responsible and Respectful.
A Responsible and Respectful student is someone who keeps their promises, honors commitments, and shows respect for othersβ feelings, time, and possessions. They face challenges without excuses and take ownership of their actions.
π Congratulations to our October Student of the Month, Kamryn Campney! π
Kamryn exemplifies what it means to be responsible and respectful every day at Houston High School. Weβre proud to recognize her leadership, accountability, and kindness toward others!
π£ JOB OPPORTUNITY | Temporary Sub Custodian
Houston R-I School District is seeking a Temporary Sub Custodian to join our team beginning October 30, 2025. This position is MondayβFriday, 6 hours per day, with a shift from 2:30 p.m. to 9:00 p.m.
The role will last a minimum of three weeks, with the potential to continue longer.
If youβre reliable, hardworking, and take pride in keeping our schools clean and safe, we encourage you to apply!
π For more information or to apply, please visit:
π https://houstonr1.tedk12.com/hire/index.aspx
Houston R-I School District is seeking a Temporary Sub Custodian to join our team beginning October 30, 2025. This position is MondayβFriday, 6 hours per day, with a shift from 2:30 p.m. to 9:00 p.m.
The role will last a minimum of three weeks, with the potential to continue longer.
If youβre reliable, hardworking, and take pride in keeping our schools clean and safe, we encourage you to apply!
π For more information or to apply, please visit:
π https://houstonr1.tedk12.com/hire/index.aspx
ποΈ HHS Auto Tech Raffle Fundraiser! ποΈ
Support the Houston High School Auto Technology Program and get your chance to win one of two awesome prizes:
πΈ A custom Hunting Blind (fabricated by HHS Welding)
πΈ A Savage Axis II XP 6.5 Creedmoor
Only 200 tickets will be sold β just $50 each!
π Drawing: November 11
Tickets can be purchased at the High School Office or at In Season Sports & Outdoors.
All proceeds benefit the HHS Auto Technology Program. ππ§
Support the Houston High School Auto Technology Program and get your chance to win one of two awesome prizes:
πΈ A custom Hunting Blind (fabricated by HHS Welding)
πΈ A Savage Axis II XP 6.5 Creedmoor
Only 200 tickets will be sold β just $50 each!
π Drawing: November 11
Tickets can be purchased at the High School Office or at In Season Sports & Outdoors.
All proceeds benefit the HHS Auto Technology Program. ππ§
πββοΈ Houston Cross Country Results β Licking Meet πββοΈ
An amazing day for our Houston Tigers at the Licking XC Meet! Several top finishes and a 1st Place Team Win for our Middle School Boys! β€οΈπ
πββοΈ Middle School Girls (82 Runners)
π₯ Myles Copley β 1st (10:02)
Hayden Jones β 12th (12:24)
Adrian Sholtz β 36th (14:12)
πββοΈ Middle School Boys (111 Runners) β π₯ 1st Place Team!
π₯ Oliver Choate β 1st (9:06)
π₯ Charlie Benoist β 3rd (9:49)
β Liam Stickel β 7th (10:09)
Rocky Gilbert β 11th (10:32)
Dominic Stice β 30th (11:52)
Brody Rector β 38th (12:07)
Fenton Choate β 50th (12:37)
Tucker Williams β 55th (12:53)
πββοΈ Varsity Girls (74 Runners) β π₯ 3rd Place Team!
π₯ Lyla Huffman β 2nd (19:25) β New School Record!
Lilly Kincaid β 21st (23:02)
Jessyn Allen β 26th (23:31)
Natalie Clinton β 28th (23:59)
Adyson Dailing β 35th (25:25)
Jesslynn Crawford β 48th (27:04)
πββοΈ Varsity Boys (83 Runners) β 6th Place Team
Jack Sawyer β 21st (18:22)
Marcus Posant β 24th (18:52)
Michael Perez β 45th (20:12)
Christopher Meier β 46th (20:13)
Jackson Evetts β 51st (20:29)
Gage Smith β 62nd (20:55)
Ryan Painter β 75th (23:03)
Thomas Kincaid β 77th (24:34)
Shane Yonkers β 81st (25:59)
Ryan Haslett β 82nd (26:40)
π Congratulations to all our runners for representing Houston with heart, speed, and Tiger pride!
#TheTigerWay
An amazing day for our Houston Tigers at the Licking XC Meet! Several top finishes and a 1st Place Team Win for our Middle School Boys! β€οΈπ
πββοΈ Middle School Girls (82 Runners)
π₯ Myles Copley β 1st (10:02)
Hayden Jones β 12th (12:24)
Adrian Sholtz β 36th (14:12)
πββοΈ Middle School Boys (111 Runners) β π₯ 1st Place Team!
π₯ Oliver Choate β 1st (9:06)
π₯ Charlie Benoist β 3rd (9:49)
β Liam Stickel β 7th (10:09)
Rocky Gilbert β 11th (10:32)
Dominic Stice β 30th (11:52)
Brody Rector β 38th (12:07)
Fenton Choate β 50th (12:37)
Tucker Williams β 55th (12:53)
πββοΈ Varsity Girls (74 Runners) β π₯ 3rd Place Team!
π₯ Lyla Huffman β 2nd (19:25) β New School Record!
Lilly Kincaid β 21st (23:02)
Jessyn Allen β 26th (23:31)
Natalie Clinton β 28th (23:59)
Adyson Dailing β 35th (25:25)
Jesslynn Crawford β 48th (27:04)
πββοΈ Varsity Boys (83 Runners) β 6th Place Team
Jack Sawyer β 21st (18:22)
Marcus Posant β 24th (18:52)
Michael Perez β 45th (20:12)
Christopher Meier β 46th (20:13)
Jackson Evetts β 51st (20:29)
Gage Smith β 62nd (20:55)
Ryan Painter β 75th (23:03)
Thomas Kincaid β 77th (24:34)
Shane Yonkers β 81st (25:59)
Ryan Haslett β 82nd (26:40)
π Congratulations to all our runners for representing Houston with heart, speed, and Tiger pride!
#TheTigerWay
π’ No School Reminder π’
There will be NO SCHOOL on Monday, October 13 for all Houston R-1 students.
Enjoy the long weekend, Tigers! β€οΈπΎ
Classes will resume on Tuesday, October 14.
ππΎ Title I Information Meeting πΎπ
Parents and families are invited to join us for our Title I Information Meeting.
π Monday, October 6, 2025
π 6:00 p.m.
π Houston Elementary
We look forward to seeing you there!
Parents and families are invited to join us for our Title I Information Meeting.
π Monday, October 6, 2025
π 6:00 p.m.
π Houston Elementary
We look forward to seeing you there!
πβ¨ Elementary School Family Fun Night β¨π
Join us for an evening full of laughter, activities, and memories with your family!
π Monday, October 6, 2025
π 6:00 β 7:00 p.m.
π ECC for Pre-K students & Elementary for grades Kβ5
Itβs going to be a night of fun you wonβt want to missβsee you there!
Join us for an evening full of laughter, activities, and memories with your family!
π Monday, October 6, 2025
π 6:00 β 7:00 p.m.
π ECC for Pre-K students & Elementary for grades Kβ5
Itβs going to be a night of fun you wonβt want to missβsee you there!
π£ Houston Middle School Fundraiser π£
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.
π Items for sale:
T-Shirts: $15 (SβXL) | $17 (2XLβ4XL)
Long Sleeve Shirts: $20 (SβXL) | $22 (2XLβ4XL)
Hoodies: $28 (SβXL) | $30 (2XLβ4XL)
Sweatpants: $24 (SβXL) | $26 (2XLβ4XL)
π¨ Color options for shirts: grey, red, black, and white
β« Sweatpants are black only
π΅ Payment is required when ordering. Cash or checks only.
Letβs support our middle school Tigers and help them make memories on field trips and school events! β€οΈπ€
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.
π Items for sale:
T-Shirts: $15 (SβXL) | $17 (2XLβ4XL)
Long Sleeve Shirts: $20 (SβXL) | $22 (2XLβ4XL)
Hoodies: $28 (SβXL) | $30 (2XLβ4XL)
Sweatpants: $24 (SβXL) | $26 (2XLβ4XL)
π¨ Color options for shirts: grey, red, black, and white
β« Sweatpants are black only
π΅ Payment is required when ordering. Cash or checks only.
Letβs support our middle school Tigers and help them make memories on field trips and school events! β€οΈπ€
πβ¨ Save the Date! β¨π
The Scholastic Book Fair is almost here β and itβs going to be the BEST. DAY. EVER! π
π Dates:
π Elementary: October 14β23
π― Middle School/High School: October 20β23
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! β€οΈπ
π’ Reminder, Tigers! πΎ
There will be NO SCHOOL on Monday, September 29.
Enjoy the long weekend, and weβll see everyone back on Tuesday, ready to learn! πβοΈ
There will be NO SCHOOL on Monday, September 29.
Enjoy the long weekend, and weβll see everyone back on Tuesday, ready to learn! πβοΈ
π’ 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. Weβll meet by the flags near the old middle school entrance.
This yearβs 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. Weβll meet by the flags near the old middle school entrance.
This yearβs theme is Awe, inspired by Habakkuk 3:2.
Come unite with others in faith and prayer before the school day begins.
ππ Tonight is the night, Sept. 23! ππ
The High School Lady Tiger Volleyball start at 5:00 p.m. against the Salem Tigers! πΎπ₯
After the varsity match, stick around for the King of the Court ceremony to see who will be crowned π.
π Houston High School - Fieldhouse
π Games start at 5 p.m. | Followed by King of the Court
Letβs pack the gym with Tiger spirit and make it a night to remember! β€οΈπ€
The High School Lady Tiger Volleyball start at 5:00 p.m. against the Salem Tigers! πΎπ₯
After the varsity match, stick around for the King of the Court ceremony to see who will be crowned π.
π Houston High School - Fieldhouse
π Games start at 5 p.m. | Followed by King of the Court
Letβs pack the gym with Tiger spirit and make it a night to remember! β€οΈπ€
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.
π Questions? Contact:
Mrs. Amanda Munson, High School Principal
π± 417-967-3024
βοΈ amunson@houston.k12.mo.us
Join our team and help shape the next generation of skilled mechanics! πΎ
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.
π Questions? Contact:
Mrs. Amanda Munson, High School Principal
π± 417-967-3024
βοΈ amunson@houston.k12.mo.us
Join our team and help shape the next generation of skilled mechanics! πΎ
β€οΈ 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 studentsβwhether itβs food, clothing, or other essentials that allow them to focus on learning and growing.
β¨ Choose your favorite style: short sleeve, long sleeve, or crewneck sweatshirtβand wear it proudly knowing youβre supporting an incredible cause!
π Orders are open now through September 26th. Donβt 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 studentsβwhether itβs food, clothing, or other essentials that allow them to focus on learning and growing.
β¨ Choose your favorite style: short sleeve, long sleeve, or crewneck sweatshirtβand wear it proudly knowing youβre supporting an incredible cause!
π Orders are open now through September 26th. Donβt miss your chance to give back in a simple but meaningful way.
Together, we can brighten the future for kids who need it most.
