Crocker R-II School District

🌟 Introducing Mr. Corban Hickman, Our New High School Math Teacher! 🌟 We are delighted to welcome Mr. Hickman to our high school team as our new math teacher! With 4 years of experience teaching high school and advanced-level math, Mr. Hickman brings a deep understanding of mathematical concepts and a proven track record of helping students excel. Mr. Hickman is passionate about making math accessible and engaging for all students. His expertise in high-level math, coupled with his experience in guiding students through complex problem-solving, will be invaluable as he prepares our high school students for future academic challenges. We are confident that Mr. Hickman's dynamic teaching style and commitment to student success will inspire a love for math in our classrooms. He is eager to share his knowledge and help our students build a strong foundation in mathematics. Please join us in giving Mr. Hickman a warm welcome as he joins our school community. We look forward to an exciting and successful school year with him on board! 🎉📐➕

🚨 Attention Ozark Youth League Parents!🚨 🏀 It's time to sign up for OYL Basketball! 🏀 Last 3 Days to Sign Up: - August 20th - September 10th - September 13th ⏰ Time:5:30 PM - 7:30 PM 📍 Location:Crocker Academy 💲 Registration Fee: $50 per child Ages:Kindergarten - 8th Grade ⚠️ Important:*These are the final sign-up dates! No late registrations will be accepted. Payments can be made via cash or check. Don't miss out on a great season of youth basketball! 🏀 See you at Crocker Academy! 🎯

Calling all Crocker Lions 📣🦁💙 We are putting together a "Welcome back to School" video for our students. We want to include our community in this video, if you are interested in being a part of this, please send a video saying "Welcome" or whatever you want to share with our amazing students! Please get these sent by August 19th, tkelly@crockerschools.org

Guess what? 🦁2023-2024 Yearbooks are here! We will have them available at open house on Thursday. We are also selling old yearbooks, if you purchase a 2023-2024 yearbook, you can get an older one of your choice for $5. 2023-2024 Yearbooks $30 Previous years $15 2024 Seniors: we will have your free yearbook at open house or we can send yours home with siblings. If you cannot make it or do not have siblings, you can pick them up at the high school office.

🏅 Welcome Mr. Mark Bollinger, Our New Junior High PE and Health Teacher! 🏅 We are thrilled to announce that Mr. Bollinger is joining our junior high team as our new Physical Education and Health teacher! With over 30 years in public education, Mr. Bollinger brings a wealth of knowledge, expertise, and a deep passion for student well-being. Throughout his career, Mr. Bollinger has been dedicated to promoting healthy lifestyles, physical fitness, and overall wellness. His commitment to helping students understand the importance of staying active and making healthy choices has positively impacted countless young lives. Mr. Bollinger is excited to bring his energy and enthusiasm to our school, where he will continue to inspire and motivate our students to reach their fullest potential—both in the gym and in life. His extensive experience ensures that our students will receive top-notch instruction in both physical education and health. Please join us in giving a warm welcome to Mr. Bollinger as he starts this new chapter with us. We look forward to the positive impact he will have on our school community and the lasting memories he will create with our students! 🎉🏆

📝 Attention Crocker Community! We Need Your Input! 📝 As we prepare for the upcoming school year, your feedback is crucial in helping us create the best possible experience for our students. Please take a few moments to complete our parent survey. Your responses will help guide our decisions and ensure that we’re meeting the needs of our school community. Click the link below to access the survey and let us know your thoughts. Thank you for your time and support—we look forward to an amazing year ahead! https://forms.gle/WxJ5pVcppxbXUX7n8

📣 Help Wanted: Secondary Counselor for 2024-25 School Year 📣 Crocker R-II School District is seeking a dedicated and compassionate Secondary Counselor to join our team for the 2024-25 school year. This is an exciting opportunity to make a positive impact on our students’ academic, social, and emotional growth! Position: Secondary Counselor Location: Crocker R-II School District Start Date: 2024-25 School Year Responsibilities Include: • Providing individual and group counseling to support student development. • Assisting students in setting academic and career goals. • Collaborating with teachers, administrators, and parents to create a supportive school environment. • Implementing programs to address student behavior, attendance, and overall well-being. • Advising on course selection and post-secondary planning. Qualifications: • Master’s degree in School Counseling or a related field. • Missouri School Counselor Certification. • Strong communication and organizational skills. • Passion for working with students in grades 6-12. Why Crocker? • Supportive and collaborative work environment. • Opportunities for professional growth. • Competitive salary and benefits. Interested candidates, please send your resume and cover letter to Human.Resources@crockerschools.org. Position will be posted until filled. Join us in helping our students reach their full potential! Apply today and be a part of our Crocker family!

🌟 Welcome to Our Junior High Family, Miss Haley Armstrong! 🌟 We are excited to introduce Miss Armstrong, our newest addition to the junior high team! 🎉 She will be teaching 6-8 English Language Arts, and we couldn't be more thrilled to have her energy and expertise in our classrooms. With a strong passion for teaching and a commitment to nurturing young minds during these formative years, Miss Armstrong is eager to create a dynamic and supportive learning environment. She brings valuable experience in ELA, and we are confident that our students will greatly benefit from her guidance and encouragement. Please join us in giving a warm welcome to Miss Armstrong as she begins this exciting chapter with us. We look forward to a wonderful year of growth, discovery, and academic success under her leadership! Welcome to the team, Miss Armstrong! Here's to an amazing school year ahead! 🎒📘✏️

📢 Important Reminder for Parents/Guardians 📢 If you haven't received our automated calls recently, please reach out to the high school office ASAP at 573-736-5000 or hsoffice@crockerschools.org. It's crucial that we have your correct contact information on file so you don't miss any important updates or announcements! ☎️ Thank you for staying connected! 📚✨ #StayInformed #SchoolUpdates #CommunicationIsKey

📅 Tomorrow, Thursday, August 8, 2024! Join us at Crocker R-II School District for a day filled with essential events and valuable information. Here’s the schedule: 🚌Preschool & Kindergarten Screening 📚 Orientations: • 1st Grade: 4:30 - 5:00 PM • Preschool: 5:00 - 5:30 PM • 2nd Grade: 5:30 - 6:00 PM 🏫 Community Meetings: • Campus/Title/General Procedure Community Meeting: 5:00 - 6:00 PM in the Elementary Gym ✨ Extras: 🏅Sports Physicals 6:00-8:00 ✏️ Kiosks available for online registration ✂️Free school supplies and backpacks! Don’t miss out on this opportunity to get ready for the new school year and gather important information. See you there! #CrockerR2 #BackToSchool #CommunityEvent

Important announcement, please read.

The start/end times for our schools are as follows: Crocker Elementary - 7:40-3:10 Crocker Middle School - 7:45-3:15 Crocker High School - 7:45-3:15 The gym will open at 6:30 AM to drop off early. 7:15 AM, adults will be out in the parking lot helping students transition to the gym/cafeteria for breakfast. 7:30 AM is when the gym and cafeteria dismiss students to their classrooms. To avoid being deemed tardy, students must be seated by the time the lesson begins at the start time listed above. ⏰ Early release starts at 1:10/ 1:15 PM every Friday for teacher professional development starting after Labor Day. ⏰

🎉 **Celebrating Excellence: Mrs. Stewart!** 🎉 We are thrilled to announce that Mrs. Jessica Stewart received a well-deserved award tonight for her incredible contributions to our district! Through her tireless efforts, she has secured numerous grants that have significantly benefited our schools. Her dedication to our Lions and commitment to excellence truly sets her apart. Join us in congratulating Mrs. Stewart on this remarkable achievement! 🦁💙🤍 #CrockerPride #CommunityChampion #LionsLead

Hello Crocker Community! We value your feedback. Please go to https://www.crockerschools.org/page/high-school and click on "Community Survey." The information you will provide will help us plan for the upcoming school year. The "Coffee with the Principal" sign up form is also now available as well as Mrs. Holland's Entry Plan. The page will also host Mrs. Holland's monthly newsletter. Thank you for being a part of our school community. We look forward to your continued support and engagement!

📣 Attention, Crocker Community! 📣 We are excited to announce the Field Dedication Ceremony for Coach Tim Hardesty on September 3rd at the high school field! 🏟️ Event Details: • Opponent: Richland High School • Dedication Ceremony: 4:15 PM • First Pitch: 4:30 PM We would love to see as many former players, students, parents, and friends of Coach Hardesty in attendance as possible! This is a special opportunity to honor a true Crocker Legend. Let’s come together and celebrate Coach Hardesty’s incredible impact on our community. Please share this post and help spread the word! 📅 Save the date and plan to join us for this memorable event. #CrockerPride #FieldDedication #CoachHardesty #CommunityEvent

High School Sports will begin on Monday, August 12. The following start times have been set for each of our Fall sports: Baseball: 6:30PM Boys Soccer: 5:00 PM @ Crocker City Park Cross Country: 7:00PM Girls Golf: 4:00 PM @ Oak Hills Country Club in Dixon Softball: 7:00 PM

High School Fall sports practices will begin Monday, August 12. Junior High Fall sports practices will begin August 19. All student-athletes will be required to have a sports physical on file before they can begin practicing. Also, as a reminder if your child intends to be a dual sport athlete then they will need to fill out the dual sport agreement form with their coaches and have it returned by August 16th with coaches and parent/guardian signatures. If you have any questions, please email the Athletic Director, Rich Heenan at rheenan@crockerschools.org or contact the school at 573 736 5000.

Attention High School students and parents!

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**Enroll Now!** 📣 Exciting News for Parents and Students! The Missouri Comprehensive Afterschool Learning (MOCAL) grant is here! This five year renewable grant allows our district to provide amazing before and after school clubs starting the first day of school, August 21, 2024. **Program Details:** - Monday-Thursday: - 6:20-7:20 AM - 3:10-6:10 PM - Friday: - 6:20-7:20 AM - 1:10-4:10 PM **Please Note:** The program will not be in session on announced inclement weather days, or no school days. **Important:** Any student who will utilize the afterschool program OR ride an after-school activity bus MUST complete this form. Complete one form per child. 🔗 https://forms.gle/4C4ayXJivnTmFo967 Don't miss out on this incredible opportunity for your child to engage in fun and enriching activities! #MOCAL #AfterschoolProgram #EnrollNow #CrockerSchools #RichlandSchools