ANNOUNCEMENTS
2/23/2026
SENIOR SCHOLARSHIP DEADLINE
James L. and Nellie M. Westlake Scholarship application deadline February 26 3:00pm CT. For details and to apply visit scholarshipamerica.org/scholarship/westlake/.
CTC APPLICATIONS FOR NEXT YEAR ENROLLMENT
10th & 11th graders who are not currently attending the CTC but expressed interest in attending next year were given applications on Friday. They need to be completed, with parent signature, and returned to the counselor by the end of the day this Wednesday, February 25.
CAMP STAT
Saint Francis is offering Camp STAT this summer to students entering grades 9th-12th interested in a career in healthcare. The camp will be held at St. Francis Session 1: June 8-12 and Session 2: June 22-26. The cost if accepted is $75. Online applications open on Thursday, Feb. 26 at 9am. The application deadline is Monday, March 9. For details visit https://www.sfmc.net/camp-stat/.
SOFTBALL
Girls interested in playing spring softball need to come see Mrs. Estes during advisory this week. Practice for softball will begin on Monday, March 2nd after school. This is for grades 9-12.
Spring Pictures and Spring Sport Pictures
March 20th, 2026 – CTC is not in session this day. Please be at Delta by 8:00am.
FFA STEER SHOWING
For any FFA Member wanting to show a steer at the SEMO District Fair, please pick up a weigh in registration form from Ms. Swindell to bring with you on steer weigh in day.
2026 SEMO District Fair Steer Weigh in
Saturday, March 7 @ SEMO Livestock Sales in Fruitland
8:30 AM - 11:00 AM
FFA DISTRICTS / MERCHANDISE
FFA Members: If you are interested in competing in FFA Districts, please sign up in the Ag building by Noon, February 27. There are 26 different competitions but you must sign up if interested. More information will be provided as contest areas are selected.
K–12 Fine Arts Night
March 17, 2026 5:30–7:00 PM
High School Cafeteria
Get ready for an evening bursting with creativity, imagination, and school spirit! Join us for our K–12 Fine Arts Night on Tuesday, March 17th, as we celebrate the incredible talents of our students from kindergarten through 12th grade.
What to Expect:
A full gallery of artwork created throughout the school year from K-12th Grade
Jr. High & High School written works on display
Third Grade Living Wax Museum — step right up and see history come to life!
Mrs. Heeb’s 4th Grade class showcasing creative Animal Habitats from their science unit
Storybook characters
Fun photo opportunities
Poster art & temporary tattoos
Raffle baskets featuring fun prizes
Homemade treats and punch to enjoy while you explore
This is a fun, family-friendly evening celebrating the arts, creativity, and the amazing work of our students. Bring the whole family, stroll through the exhibits, and experience the talent that fills our halls every day!
We can’t wait to see you there—mark your calendars!
HS BOYS BASKETBALL
HSB at Richland
2/26 vs. winner of Richland/SCC
2/28 at 2:00 PM
HS GIRLS BASKETBALL
HGB at SCC
2/25 at 7:15 PM vs. winner of SCC/Naylor
2/27 at 6:00 PM
Mark Your Calendars for Future Dates
FFA Week - Feb. 21-28
Blood drive is cancelled for March 3rd, but has been rescheduled for March 30th.
IRC Testing - March 6
No school – March 13 – CTC in session
Fine Arts night – March 17 from 5:30-7:00pm
Spring Pictures and Spring Sport Pictures - March 20th, 2026
Woodland Career Fair - March 27 (sophomores-seniors)
No school, Easter break – April 2-8, students return on the 9th.
FBLA State Leadership Conference - April 12-14
Senior Decision Day - April 15
Prom - April 18th, 2026
Bus driver appreciation week – April 20-24, 2026
Graduation – May 3, 2026 - 3:00pm
Principals week & School Lunch Hero days– May 1-8, 2026
Teacher appreciation week – May 4-8, 2026
Last day of school – May 8, 2026 – Early dismissal at 12:30pm
Last day for CTC – May 21, 2026