This week: Students in the News

 

The Lady Blackhawks traveled to Versailles to compete in the Versailles Girls Invitational, it was a strong start to the season for the team! Archie Whirlwind, Tayler Essenpries, had a great meet. She placed fifth in her division. Congratulations to Tayler and the entire team!

Butler Competitors of the Week are Tandee Hiser and Kamden Fennewald

Both athletes earned All-State honors after already receiving Conference and District recognition, showcasing their outstanding athletic ability and consistent performance.

Night in and night out, these two were on the floor as true cornerstones of the Lady Bears program. Their dedication, leadership, and competitive drive set the tone for our team all season long.

Exceptional work, ladies — we appreciate your contributions to the program.

Rich Hill 2026 Senior Spotlight-Jayla Potter

Miami R-1 8th Grade FACS class made Thanksgiving pumpkin pies this week! Yummy!

Congratulations Ballard Student of the Month winners: Lucas Crump, Sofia Porter, Grace Doll, and Charlotte Hastings. We are all thankful to have such great students!

Congratulations to the Adrian recipients of the Missouri High School Golf Coaches Association All State Academic Award! Pictured left to right: Chloe Nelson, Kennedy Bridges, Claire Newkirk, Lily Hughes and Lexi Evans.

Academic All-State Qualification Criteria: 3.5 Non-Rounded, Non-Weighted, Cumulative GPA OR 25 ACT Superscore OR 1200 SAT; Sophomore, Junior, or Senior in good standing with their team/school; Considered a Varsity golfer by the coach’s/school’s standards.

Congratulations to Hume Hornets Acacia Courson and Hailey Olive on their successful application and acceptance into Upward Bound. This TRIO program is designed to support students in their post-secondary plans, with summer and weekend commitments, financial stipends, a travel week, mentorship and many fun experiences.

Hume has five students who are active in Upward Bound. Congratulations on your effort and success with this competitive process.

Eight Harrisonville High School band students were recognized for their outstanding performances at the recent district band auditions.

Students selected for the Honor Band include Elissa Busby (tenor saxophone, alternate), Ava Kelly (trumpet, fourth chair), Spencer Truman (trumpet, 11th chair), and Hunter Jones (euphonium, fourth chair). These students are now eligible to audition for the Missouri All-State Band.

Honorable Mention Band recognitions were awarded to Elissa Busby (tenor saxophone, first chair), Lily Feece (trumpet, fourth chair), and Rowan Truman (tuba, first chair).

Students selected for the District Jazz Band include Noah Chapman (tenor saxophone, second chair), Tucker Snook (baritone saxophone, first chair), Spencer Truman (trumpet, fourth chair), and Rowan Truman (trombone, third chair). These students are also eligible to audition for the Missouri All-State Jazz Band.

Additionally, Ava Kelly earned a spot in the District Orchestra on trumpet, second chair.

Appleton City SENIOR 2026 Raeleigh Hill - Your time to shine!