Willow Springs School District

December 2024 Regular Session Board Meeting https://youtube.com/live/I2X4CwMXqHk?feature=share https://simbli.eboardsolutions.com/SB_Meetings/ViewMeeting.aspx?S=208&MID=16758

No school Dec. 23 - Jan. 5, Jan. 6: Teacher Work Day, Jan. 7: Classes resume. Wishing you a safe and joyful holiday season!

November 'Boosting Our Bears' Employee Spotlight We’re excited to celebrate two amazing members of the Willow Springs team: Mr. Shiloh Walden and Ms. Heather Miller. Mr. Walden, our dedicated high school agriculture teacher, inspires students daily with his passion for education. His innovative approach to teaching and genuine care for his students leave a lasting impact in and beyond the classroom. Ms. Miller, our amazing middle school social studies teacher, consistently goes above and beyond. Her dedication, positive energy, and commitment to her students and colleagues make her an invaluable part of our Bear family. Thank you, Mr. Walden and Ms. Miller, for your outstanding contributions to our schools and community. You truly embody what it means to be part of the Willow Springs Bear family.

November 2024 Regular Session Board Meeting https://youtube.com/live/1OczaLaMu9c

The Willow Springs School District is excited to honor the teachers and staff who make a lasting difference in the lives of our students, schools, and community. Through our "Boosting Our Bears" program, we invite students, families, and staff to celebrate the dedication, innovation, and hard work of our exceptional educators and staff. Nominate as many outstanding faculty and staff members as you'd like! Nominations are ongoing and will carry over each month, so there’s no need to resubmit for previously recognized individuals. Thank you for helping us Boost Our Bears and celebrating the wonderful educators who make a difference every day! Click Here for the nomination form. ---->>> https://go.willowbears.com/boostingourbears *** Please note, all nominations must be submitted through the nomination form.

Attention Willow Springs Families: Don't miss out on a chance to win a big screen TV. Simply fill out your Free and Reduced Lunch form to be entered into our drawing. You can complete the form online anytime through your Parent Portal, or pick up a paper copy from any school secretary. For your convenience, we will also have both paper copies and online applications available in each building during Parent-Teacher Conferences on October 23rd. The drawing will be held on December 16th. Take a moment to submit your form and ensure your student has access to healthy meals. Thank you for your participation.

For those who couldn’t attend the safety forum, here is a link to the recording: https://youtu.be/s78VfjqZanA Dr. Spence led a Q&A session—be sure to check it out. If you have questions or ideas, send them to news@wspsg.com. Let’s work together to keep our schools safe.

October 2024 Regular Session Board Meeting https://youtube.com/live/H1vEbdzrFzc?feature=share

Important Update for SCA Athletic Events 📣 Due to rising costs, admission prices for SCA athletic events will increase this winter. New Admission Prices: Adults: $4 Students: $2 Thank you for your understanding and support of our schools and athletes! 🏆

Important Update for SCA Athletic Events 📣 Due to rising costs, admission prices for SCA athletic events will increase this winter. 💵 New Admission Prices: Adults: $4 Students: $2 Thank you for your understanding and support of our schools and athletes! 🏆

The Willow Springs Elementary & Middle School book fair is coming Oct. 21-23. 📚 Students can shop during school hours, and families are welcome to browse online or stop by during Parent-Teacher Conferences on Oct. 23rd. ⏳ The shopping window is shorter this year, so don’t miss out on finding your next favorite book. https://literati.com/store/?school=willow-springs-elementary-school-willow-spgs-mo

The Willow Springs R-IV School District is committed to ensuring the safety and well-being of our students, and we value your input in this ongoing effort. We are pleased to invite you to a school safety forum where you will have the opportunity to engage in an important discussion about school safety measures. Date: Tuesday, October 15 Time: 6:00 p.m. Location: Crossway Fellowship Church Dr. Marty Spence will lead a Q&A session, providing a valuable opportunity to ask questions, share your perspectives, and gain insights into our district’s safety initiatives. Your involvement is key to creating a secure environment for our students and staff. We look forward to welcoming you and hearing your valuable input.

Our campus is currently experiencing internet and phone outages. In case of an emergency, we will be monitoring these email addresses: highschool@wspgs.com, middleschool@wspgs.com, and elementary@wspgs.com. Thank you for your understanding and patience.

September 2024 Regular Session Board Meeting https://youtube.com/live/8nLUvzJYu8c?feature=share

Join our team! We're hiring food service staff at Willow Springs Schools. Apply now and be a part of something great: www.willowbears.com/page/employment

Willow Springs Elementary Presents: Grandparents Night Friday, September 6th | 4-6 PM Join us for a special evening with your grandchildren. Enjoy hot dogs, chips, cookies, and drinks in the cafeteria, and make memories with fun activities like playing on the playground and capturing moments at the photo booth.❤️

We hope you have the best weekend! See you Monday!

Reminder: New Pick-Up & Drop-Off Procedures Begin Monday, August 19 Starting Monday, August 19, the Willow Springs School District will roll out new pick-up and drop-off procedures aimed at enhancing student safety and reducing traffic congestion. Key Changes Include: New Line-Up Route: Vehicles will now line up from Campbell to 3rd Street, avoiding congestion on Main Street. One-Way Streets: Campbell Street (4th to High St.) and High Street (Campbell to Garfield) will become one-way to streamline traffic flow. For detailed information, please refer to the original news release: Pickup/Drop-off Procedures. Special thanks to Howell County News for providing a video overview: Watch Video.

Just 5 days until school kicks off. Don’t forget to jot down these key dates. Let’s gear up for an amazing new year! #BackToSchool #OneWillow

Exciting News for Willow Springs Elementary! Starting on August 20, our K-4th grade students will dive into the Fresh Fruit and Vegetable Program, thanks to a USDA grant! 🥕🍎 This program is free and is all about introducing our young learners to fresh, new, and exciting fruits and veggies. We can't wait to see them explore and enjoy healthy eating. 🌱 For more information, contact Food Service Director Regina Roberts at robertsr@wspgs.com.