“Peace is not merely a distant goal that we seek, but a means by which we arrive at that goal.” Martin Luther King Jr.
Do you or someone you know need some assistance during this time of extreme cold? Here are some local resources.
Due to forecasted road conditions the Elsberry R-2 School District will release at 1 p.m. today, Friday, January 12. All afterschool activities, Homecoming, E2, and Explorer's Club are cancelled.
The basketball game vs. Louisiana will be postponed until Monday, January 15 at 5:30 p.m. Homecoming has been rescheduled for February 9 vs. Mark Twain.
Parent Summit, Thursday, January 18, 2024
Phone and Technology Addiction
Research has been done on smartphone/technology usage and its impact on all adolescents for so many years. It is not a new issue at all. But the increasing trend of cell phone addiction and poor psychological and physiological health of adolescents is a reality we are facing as parents. Let’s learn how to recognize the symptoms and help our teens overcome their smartphone/technology addiction.
Parent Summit, Thursday, January 18, 2024
Challening Behavior and Effective Discipline
Behaviors are a form of communication, sometimes these behaviors are challenging which can lead to frustrations with parents and children. In this session we will learn ways to reduce frustrations and support your child with self regulation using acceptance, communication, calming and coping strategies.
Parent Summit, Thursday, January 18, 2024
ADHD Parent and Professional Panel
It seems like ADHD diagnoses are on the rise and ADHD is having a large impact on the daily lives of children and families. How do families cope? What works well; what doesn’t? Is medication the only answer? How do you navigate medication? You are not alone. Come interact with a panel of honest parents, teachers, and community members for a discussion about ADHD in families.
The Elsberry R-2 School District will be closed Wednesday, January 10 due to inclement weather.
Parent Summit, Thursday, January 18 2024
FAFSA Completion workshop for Seniors, presented by Tori Towery, EHS counselor and E2 21st CCLC Site Coordinator
The FAFSA form is an application for federal student aid. Filling it out can help students pay for college or career school. Senior families will be able to ask questions and receive any needed help through the FAFSA process. Bring a copy of your 2022 Federal Income Tax Return documents.
The Elsberry R-2 School District will be closed Tuesday, January 9 due to inclement weather.
Update: January date is cancelled due to inclement weather.
Food on the Move will be at Elsberry High School from 11:00am – 12:30pm Upcoming dates: January 9, February 13, March 12, April 9, May 14, June 11 (The second Tuesday of every month.)
Don't miss parent summit this year on Thursday, January 18, 2024.
Please see letter from Dr. Reller
Set those alarms! See you Monday!
Please join us in supporting our community and neighbors at Winfield High School. Please wear red and black in support of Winfield High School during this most difficult time.
Important December reminders!
Mrs. Wilson and Mrs. Gomel generously donated all cash profits from the book fair back to our students through the Friends of Elsberry Literacy. The Friends of Elsberry Literacy is fully funded by donations and 100% of the money goes to free books for all students in the Elsberry R-2 School District. The mission is to get books into every household. Thank you for supporting the book fair to make this possible!
If you would like to know more about the Friends of Elsberry Literacy please contact Karin Busiere at kbusiere@elsberry.k12.mo.us.
It's a great day to be an Indian! We are so proud of our Athletic Director Kari Koch-Dowell and her athletic accomplishments. Thanks for coming back to your hometown to be part of our staff and our community.
https://missouristatebears.com/news/2023/11/30/womens-basketball-missouri-state-to-retire-jersey-of-kari-koch.aspx?fbclid=IwAR2q32WYIs110ewv2riG7Qq15jKWgQQr-DU_XeA-3xaNzfs_UJ-568oLydw
NHS wants to thank the Girls on the Run group for their generous donation to Operation Backpack. Currently Operation Backpack is providing 100 bags weekly to Elsberry students. If you would like to make a financial or food donation to Operation Backpack please contact Jill Koch, NHS sponsor, at jkoch@elsberry.k12.mo.us or ext. 254.
Happy Thanksgiving! Hope you all enjoy time with family and friends over the holiday.
School resumes Tuesday, November 28.
Don't forget, see you Monday!
