🥎🦅 SOUTHERN BOONE SOFTBALL STATE FINAL FOUR UPDATE! ❤️🖤
The Southern Boone Lady Eagles battled hard but fell to Oak Grove, 2-1, in the Class 3 State Semifinals today.
The Lady Eagles will look to finish their outstanding season on a high note as they take on Cape Notre Dame in the Class 3 State Third Place Game this afternoon!
🥎 Class 3 State Third Place Game
🏆 Southern Boone vs. Cape Notre Dame
📅 Friday, October 30th
⏰ 3 p.m.
📍 Stadium Field #1 – Killian Softball Complex, Springfield, MO
📺 LIVE VIDEO: MSHSAA-TV will broadcast the game live. A video pass costs $20.
🔗 WATCH LIVE: https://www.mshsaa.tv/?B=4503083
📱 LIVE SCORE UPDATES: Follow Southern Boone Athletics on Twitter/X throughout the game!
🔗 https://x.com/SoBoCoAthletics

🥎❤️🖤 WHAT A SEND-OFF FOR OUR LADY EAGLES!
Eagle Fans showed up in a BIG way today!
Thank you to our students, staff, families and community members who lined the streets to cheer on the Southern Boone Lady Eagles as they headed to Springfield for the State Final Four!
GOOD LUCK, LADY EAGLES! BRING IT HOME! 🦅❤️🖤
Eagle Fans showed up in a BIG way today!
Thank you to our students, staff, families and community members who lined the streets to cheer on the Southern Boone Lady Eagles as they headed to Springfield for the State Final Four!
GOOD LUCK, LADY EAGLES! BRING IT HOME! 🦅❤️🖤










🥎❤️🖤 SOFTBALL FINAL FOUR SEND-OFF IS TODAY! 🖤❤️🥎
🦅 Let's send our Southern Boone Lady Eagles off to the State Final Four in style!
⏰ TODAY at 1:00 PM!
The team will leave Southern Boone High School at 1 p.m., traveling past the Middle School, Primary School and Elementary School before looping around the YMCA and heading out of town on Broadway!
❤️🖤 Let's line the streets, cheer loud and show our Lady Eagles that the entire Southern Boone community is behind them!
🥎 GOOD LUCK, LADY EAGLES!
🦅 Let's send our Southern Boone Lady Eagles off to the State Final Four in style!
⏰ TODAY at 1:00 PM!
The team will leave Southern Boone High School at 1 p.m., traveling past the Middle School, Primary School and Elementary School before looping around the YMCA and heading out of town on Broadway!
❤️🖤 Let's line the streets, cheer loud and show our Lady Eagles that the entire Southern Boone community is behind them!
🥎 GOOD LUCK, LADY EAGLES!

🦅 ❤️🖤 SOUTHERN BOONE FALL ATHLETICS AND ACTIVITIES NEWSLETTER!
What an incredible fall season for our Southern Boone Eagles!
🥎 Softball: Headed to the Class 3 State Final Four!
🏐 Volleyball: District Champions and advancing to State Sectionals!
🏆 Ashland FFA: Two National Champions at the National FFA Convention!
From conference and district championships to state and national recognition, our students have given us plenty of reasons to celebrate!
📲 Click the link below for the Southern Boone Fall Athletics and Activities Newsletter for highlights, accomplishments and upcoming postseason events!
🔗 READ MORE HERE: https://shorturl.at/O2GpT
What an incredible fall season for our Southern Boone Eagles!
🥎 Softball: Headed to the Class 3 State Final Four!
🏐 Volleyball: District Champions and advancing to State Sectionals!
🏆 Ashland FFA: Two National Champions at the National FFA Convention!
From conference and district championships to state and national recognition, our students have given us plenty of reasons to celebrate!
📲 Click the link below for the Southern Boone Fall Athletics and Activities Newsletter for highlights, accomplishments and upcoming postseason events!
🔗 READ MORE HERE: https://shorturl.at/O2GpT

🎉🥳🎈SOUTHERN BOONE HOSTS OPEN HOUSE FOR NEW AGRICULTURE & INNOVATION WING!
Thank you to everyone who joined us Tuesday evening for the ribbon-cutting and open house celebrating Southern Boone High School's new Agriculture and Innovation Wing!
Community members had the opportunity to tour the new facility and see the classrooms and learning spaces that will provide exciting opportunities for Southern Boone students for years to come.
A special thank you to the Southern Boone County Chamber of Commerce for partnering with us on the ribbon-cutting ceremony and First State Community Bank for sponsoring the dinner and program!
The new wing was funded through the district's $11.6 million no-tax-rate-increase bond issue approved by voters in April 2024. Thank you to the Southern Boone Community for their continued support and investment in our schools, helping provide new opportunities and improved learning spaces for our students! 🦅 ❤️🖤
Thank you to everyone who joined us Tuesday evening for the ribbon-cutting and open house celebrating Southern Boone High School's new Agriculture and Innovation Wing!
Community members had the opportunity to tour the new facility and see the classrooms and learning spaces that will provide exciting opportunities for Southern Boone students for years to come.
A special thank you to the Southern Boone County Chamber of Commerce for partnering with us on the ribbon-cutting ceremony and First State Community Bank for sponsoring the dinner and program!
The new wing was funded through the district's $11.6 million no-tax-rate-increase bond issue approved by voters in April 2024. Thank you to the Southern Boone Community for their continued support and investment in our schools, helping provide new opportunities and improved learning spaces for our students! 🦅 ❤️🖤









🏆🦅 MORE NATIONAL FFA SUCCESS FOR ASHLAND FFA!
The Ashland FFA Chapter has even more accomplishments to celebrate from last week's National FFA Convention in Indianapolis!
🥇 NATIONAL CHAMPION! Congratulations to Tyler Fleming for being named the National Champion in Agricultural Mechanics Repair & Maintenance Proficiency!
🎓 AMERICAN FFA DEGREES! Congratulations to Bryson Slinker and Wyatt Cunningham, who received their American FFA Degrees during the national convention!
We also congratulate Aubrey Quinn, Anna Sappington, Moravia Satterfield and Zach Marren, who earned their American FFA Degrees but were unable to attend the convention.
The American FFA Degree is the highest degree awarded by the National FFA Organization and recognizes members for their dedication, leadership and accomplishments in agricultural education.
Congratulations to all these outstanding Ashland FFA members on their national achievements! We are proud of the way you represent Southern Boone on the national stage!
The Ashland FFA Chapter has even more accomplishments to celebrate from last week's National FFA Convention in Indianapolis!
🥇 NATIONAL CHAMPION! Congratulations to Tyler Fleming for being named the National Champion in Agricultural Mechanics Repair & Maintenance Proficiency!
🎓 AMERICAN FFA DEGREES! Congratulations to Bryson Slinker and Wyatt Cunningham, who received their American FFA Degrees during the national convention!
We also congratulate Aubrey Quinn, Anna Sappington, Moravia Satterfield and Zach Marren, who earned their American FFA Degrees but were unable to attend the convention.
The American FFA Degree is the highest degree awarded by the National FFA Organization and recognizes members for their dedication, leadership and accomplishments in agricultural education.
Congratulations to all these outstanding Ashland FFA members on their national achievements! We are proud of the way you represent Southern Boone on the national stage!


📢 INFORMATION ABOUT MISSOURI'S NEW A–F SCHOOL AND DISTRICT GRADE CARDS
Missouri is introducing a new A–F grading system for public schools and school districts. Southern Boone families are encouraged to learn more about how the new system evaluates school performance, how it differs from the state's existing accountability system and what it means for our district.
🔗 READ MORE HERE: www.sbschools.us/article/3214754
Missouri is introducing a new A–F grading system for public schools and school districts. Southern Boone families are encouraged to learn more about how the new system evaluates school performance, how it differs from the state's existing accountability system and what it means for our district.
🔗 READ MORE HERE: www.sbschools.us/article/3214754

🎉 Celebrate the Grand Opening of Southern Boone High School’s New Agriculture & Innovation Wing!
Join us on Tuesday, October 27th, as we celebrate the opening of the high school's new Agriculture & Innovation Wing during the Southern Boone Golden Eagles Club Fall Program!
✂️ Ribbon Cutting Ceremony: 5:45 p.m.
🍽️ Dinner & Program: 6:00 p.m.
🚜 Open House & Tours: Following the program
🔗 More info and RSVP: www.sbschools.us/golden
Join us on Tuesday, October 27th, as we celebrate the opening of the high school's new Agriculture & Innovation Wing during the Southern Boone Golden Eagles Club Fall Program!
✂️ Ribbon Cutting Ceremony: 5:45 p.m.
🍽️ Dinner & Program: 6:00 p.m.
🚜 Open House & Tours: Following the program
🔗 More info and RSVP: www.sbschools.us/golden

🏆 ASHLAND FFA SHINES AT NATIONAL FFA CONVENTION! 💙💛
Congratulations to our Ashland FFA members on their outstanding accomplishments at the National FFA Convention in Indianapolis! Our students represented Southern Boone on the national stage and brought home some incredible honors!
🥇 NATIONAL CHAMPION – EQUINE SCIENCE PLACEMENT
Congratulations to Hunter Skouby, who was named the National Champion in Equine Science – Placement Proficiency!
Hunter was unable to attend the convention because he recently began working at a large performance horse operation in Weatherford, Texas. His brother, Cooper, proudly accepted the national award on his behalf!
💐 3RD PLACE IN THE NATION – FLORICULTURE
The Ashland FFA Floriculture Team earned 3rd place overall in the nation!
🐴 NATIONAL HORSE JUDGING TEAM SUCCESS
The Ashland FFA Horse Judging Team also had an outstanding national competition, earning an overall Gold Rating!
Congratulations to all our Ashland FFA members and advisors! We are incredibly proud of your hard work, dedication, and accomplishments as you represented Southern Boone on the national stage!
Congratulations to our Ashland FFA members on their outstanding accomplishments at the National FFA Convention in Indianapolis! Our students represented Southern Boone on the national stage and brought home some incredible honors!
🥇 NATIONAL CHAMPION – EQUINE SCIENCE PLACEMENT
Congratulations to Hunter Skouby, who was named the National Champion in Equine Science – Placement Proficiency!
Hunter was unable to attend the convention because he recently began working at a large performance horse operation in Weatherford, Texas. His brother, Cooper, proudly accepted the national award on his behalf!
💐 3RD PLACE IN THE NATION – FLORICULTURE
The Ashland FFA Floriculture Team earned 3rd place overall in the nation!
🐴 NATIONAL HORSE JUDGING TEAM SUCCESS
The Ashland FFA Horse Judging Team also had an outstanding national competition, earning an overall Gold Rating!
Congratulations to all our Ashland FFA members and advisors! We are incredibly proud of your hard work, dedication, and accomplishments as you represented Southern Boone on the national stage!



🦅📚Eagles Helping Eagles!
Our Southern Boone Middle School 8th Grade Beta Club members recently visited Southern Boone Primary School to read with their younger Eagle buddies!
Through this yearlong program, 8th graders volunteer their time to build connections, encourage a love of reading and serve as positive role models for our younger students.
We are so proud of these 8th graders for their leadership, kindness and willingness to mentor the next generation of Southern Boone Eagles!
Our Southern Boone Middle School 8th Grade Beta Club members recently visited Southern Boone Primary School to read with their younger Eagle buddies!
Through this yearlong program, 8th graders volunteer their time to build connections, encourage a love of reading and serve as positive role models for our younger students.
We are so proud of these 8th graders for their leadership, kindness and willingness to mentor the next generation of Southern Boone Eagles!

💙💛 Good Luck at the National FFA Convention! 🌟
Best of luck to our Southern Boone FFA members competing at the 99th National FFA Convention & Expo this week in Indianapolis, Indiana!
These students will represent Missouri on the national stage in two competitions:
🌸 Floriculture Team
Blake Cossey
Grae Helland
Gannon Seyer
Braxton Winfrey
🐴 Horse Evaluation Team
Jaymie Collins
Mia Schlotzhauer
Ashley Wright
Ayla Yung
We are proud of these students for their hard work and dedication! Join us in wishing them the best of luck as they represent Southern Boone and Missouri at Nationals!
Best of luck to our Southern Boone FFA members competing at the 99th National FFA Convention & Expo this week in Indianapolis, Indiana!
These students will represent Missouri on the national stage in two competitions:
🌸 Floriculture Team
Blake Cossey
Grae Helland
Gannon Seyer
Braxton Winfrey
🐴 Horse Evaluation Team
Jaymie Collins
Mia Schlotzhauer
Ashley Wright
Ayla Yung
We are proud of these students for their hard work and dedication! Join us in wishing them the best of luck as they represent Southern Boone and Missouri at Nationals!

🎉 Celebrate the Grand Opening of Southern Boone High School’s New Agriculture & Innovation Wing!
Join us on Tuesday, October 27th, as we celebrate the opening of the high school's new Agriculture & Innovation Wing during the Southern Boone Golden Eagles Club Fall Program!
✂️ Ribbon Cutting Ceremony: 5:45 p.m.
🍽️ Dinner & Program: 6:00 p.m.
🚜 Open House & Tours: Following the program
🔗 More info and RSVP: www.sbschools.us/golden
Join us on Tuesday, October 27th, as we celebrate the opening of the high school's new Agriculture & Innovation Wing during the Southern Boone Golden Eagles Club Fall Program!
✂️ Ribbon Cutting Ceremony: 5:45 p.m.
🍽️ Dinner & Program: 6:00 p.m.
🚜 Open House & Tours: Following the program
🔗 More info and RSVP: www.sbschools.us/golden

REMINDER: The Community Flu Shot Clinic is tomorrow, Tuesday, October 20th, from 3:30–6:30 p.m. at Southern Boone Primary School Cafeteria. Walk-ins are welcome! Please bring your ID and insurance card, if available.
Pre-register online at https://patients.vaxcare.com/registration/ using clinic code MO16926.
Pre-register online at https://patients.vaxcare.com/registration/ using clinic code MO16926.

🚌 NATIONAL SCHOOL BUS SAFETY WEEK! 🚌
October 19–23, 2026, is National School Bus Safety Week! The Southern Boone School District joins the Missouri State Highway Patrol in reminding drivers, parents and students about the importance of school bus safety.
🚦 REMINDERS FOR DRIVERS:
🛑 STOP when a school bus has its red lights flashing and stop arm extended, as required by Missouri law.
👀 Stay alert in school zones and near bus stops. Children can be unpredictable.
🚗 Slow down, be patient, and allow extra time during morning and afternoon bus routes.
⚠️ Under Missouri's updated law, drivers who illegally pass a stopped school bus while students are loading or unloading face a $500 fine.
🎒 REMINDERS FOR STUDENTS:
Remain seated, keep aisles clear, and follow the bus driver's instructions.
Use the handrail when getting on and off the bus.
Stay at least 10 feet in front of the bus when crossing the street.
Always pay attention to your surroundings.
Let's work together to keep our students safe! Thank you to our Southern Boone bus drivers for safely transporting students to and from school each day! 🦅❤️🖤
October 19–23, 2026, is National School Bus Safety Week! The Southern Boone School District joins the Missouri State Highway Patrol in reminding drivers, parents and students about the importance of school bus safety.
🚦 REMINDERS FOR DRIVERS:
🛑 STOP when a school bus has its red lights flashing and stop arm extended, as required by Missouri law.
👀 Stay alert in school zones and near bus stops. Children can be unpredictable.
🚗 Slow down, be patient, and allow extra time during morning and afternoon bus routes.
⚠️ Under Missouri's updated law, drivers who illegally pass a stopped school bus while students are loading or unloading face a $500 fine.
🎒 REMINDERS FOR STUDENTS:
Remain seated, keep aisles clear, and follow the bus driver's instructions.
Use the handrail when getting on and off the bus.
Stay at least 10 feet in front of the bus when crossing the street.
Always pay attention to your surroundings.
Let's work together to keep our students safe! Thank you to our Southern Boone bus drivers for safely transporting students to and from school each day! 🦅❤️🖤

UPDATE: Power has been restored at Southern Boone Primary School, and the school day is continuing as normal. Thank you to our teachers, staff and students for their patience, flexibility and cooperation during the outage. We appreciate everyone's understanding!

UPDATE: Southern Boone Primary School is currently experiencing a power outage. All students and staff are safe, and students remain supervised in their classrooms. If you need to contact the school, please email communications@sbschools.us. We will share updates as needed.

The Southern Boone Board of Education will meet for its monthly board meeting at 6:30 p.m. this evening in the central office boardroom. The meeting is open to the public.
MEETING AGENDA: https://tinyurl.com/3tcjhhuj
WATCH IT LIVE HERE: https://tinyurl.com/2m7yayhx
MEETING AGENDA: https://tinyurl.com/3tcjhhuj
WATCH IT LIVE HERE: https://tinyurl.com/2m7yayhx

Here's the latest edition of Eagle E-News! 🦅❤️🖤
📆 Important Dates to Remember
🏫 Message from the Superintendent
🎉 New High School Wing Open House
🚧 Roof Improvements at Primary School
💲 Eagle Foundation Fundraising Priorities
💉 Community Flu Shot Clinic
🚌 National School Bus Safety Week
📢 School-Related News and Announcements
📣 Community-Related Events and Announcements
📰 READ THE E-NEWSLETTER HERE: https://tinyurl.com/4t6uzh2p

⚡🔌 Powering Up Our Learning in 4th Grade! ⚡🔌
After wrapping up their energy unit, our 4th grade students welcomed Keith Mueller from Boone Electric Cooperative this week for an engaging lesson on how energy travels through our everyday lives and important electrical safety tips. ⚡🔋
Students enjoyed connecting what they learned in the classroom to real-world experiences while discovering how to stay safe around electricity!
A huge thank-you to Keith Mueller and Boone Electric Cooperative for sharing their knowledge, sparking curiosity, and bringing science to life for our students! 🦅❤️🖤
After wrapping up their energy unit, our 4th grade students welcomed Keith Mueller from Boone Electric Cooperative this week for an engaging lesson on how energy travels through our everyday lives and important electrical safety tips. ⚡🔋
Students enjoyed connecting what they learned in the classroom to real-world experiences while discovering how to stay safe around electricity!
A huge thank-you to Keith Mueller and Boone Electric Cooperative for sharing their knowledge, sparking curiosity, and bringing science to life for our students! 🦅❤️🖤



🚧 CONSTRUCTION UPDATE: Roof Repairs Underway at Southern Boone Primary School! 🏫
Roof repairs are underway at Southern Boone Primary School as part of the district's ongoing efforts to maintain and improve school facilities!
Crews are replacing the roofing system on the original Primary School building. Work is expected to take approximately one month to complete, weather permitting.
Once the Primary School project is finished, crews will begin roof repairs on a section of Southern Boone High School's Math and Science wing.
These projects are funded through the $4 million no-tax-rate-increase bond issue approved by voters in April 2026.
Thank you to our community for your continued support as we work to maintain and improve our school facilities! 🦅❤️🖤
Roof repairs are underway at Southern Boone Primary School as part of the district's ongoing efforts to maintain and improve school facilities!
Crews are replacing the roofing system on the original Primary School building. Work is expected to take approximately one month to complete, weather permitting.
Once the Primary School project is finished, crews will begin roof repairs on a section of Southern Boone High School's Math and Science wing.
These projects are funded through the $4 million no-tax-rate-increase bond issue approved by voters in April 2026.
Thank you to our community for your continued support as we work to maintain and improve our school facilities! 🦅❤️🖤

