Dear Pierce City Families,

We hope you had a wonderful start to the fall season! October is a busy month full of activities, events, and important updates. In this newsletter, you’ll find key dates, student highlights, and updates on ongoing projects at our school.

Our Focus for This Year

This year, we’re concentrating on a few key areas:

1. Academic Excellence: We’ll provide high-quality instruction and new learning opportunities for all students.

2. Student Well-Being: We’re committed to creating a safe and supportive environment where students can grow socially and emotionally.

3. Community Involvement: We’re strengthening partnerships with parents and the community to ensure student success.

Your Involvement Matters

We believe the partnership between home and school is essential for student success. We encourage you to stay connected—whether through volunteering, attending school events, or staying in touch with your child’s teachers.

Together, we can create a truly positive educational experience! If you have any questions, please don’t hesitate to reach out to the school.

Thank you for your support and trust in us. Let’s make Pierce City the best it can be!

Get Connected: Stay Informed with Pierce City Schools!

Our district uses several platforms to keep families informed and celebrate our students and staff. Be sure to take advantage of these resources to stay up-to-date with all the exciting events, important announcements, and day-to-day news throughout the school year!

• Website: Visit pcschools.net for schedules, handbooks, forms, and more. This is also the hub for news and updates.

• App: Download the Pierce City Schools, MO app for quick access to events and alerts on the go.

• Facebook: Follow us at Pierce City Schools for updates and celebrations.

• X (formerly Twitter): Stay in the loop by following @PierceCity_R6.

• Instagram: Join us at piercecityeagles for highlights from our amazing students and staff.

By following these channels, you’ll never miss a beat in the Pierce City School District!

Do you have a child or children that are 3 years or younger? Then you may be interested in the Parents As Teachers program! Missouri's Parent Education Program is a voluntary parent education program offered through our school district, serving families who are expecting a child or have children under the age of kindergarten entry. Missouri's Parent Education Program helps to establish positive partnerships between home, school and the community and plays a vital role in supporting families and children from the very beginning toward school readiness.

This early childhood program is designed to offer regularly scheduled family personal visits, annual developmental screenings, monthly group connections and access to a network of resources. These components are integral in supporting and preparing children, families, schools and communities toward school readiness. Missouri's Parent Education Program provides opportunities to assist families with a smooth transition into preschool and kindergarten.

For more information and to sign up, click HERE

Central Elementary School Picture Day

Date: Thursday, October 24, 2024

Middle & High School Picture Day

Date: Friday, November 15, 2024

Have You Filled Out Your Free & Reduced Meal Application?

You could qualify for free or reduced meals, but did you know the application can also unlock additional benefits for your family? If you haven’t applied yet, stop by any school office to pick up a form today!

We’re excited to share that significant progress has been made on the Elementary Storm Shelter. Photos of the project’s development are below, and we’ll keep you posted with additional updates.

At Pierce City R-VI, we believe good sportsmanship is essential to our athletic competitions. Coaches, student-athletes, and fans are expected to show respect, fairness, and good manners before, during, and after all events. We encourage fans to support their team, recognize opponents’ efforts, and always demonstrate good sportsmanship in both words and actions.

Sportsmanship Expectations

• No Profanity or Derogatory Comments: Intimidating language or actions directed at officials, players, coaches, or spectators will not be tolerated and may result in removal.

• Respectful Cheering: Negative or inappropriate cheers, including those aimed at individuals, are not permitted.

• Fan Behavior: Please refrain from:

  • Harassing players, coaches, officials, or fans

  • Using profanity

  • Throwing objects

  • Entering the playing area

Consequences for Failing to Follow Expectations

• 1st Offense: You will be asked to leave and must complete the NFHS Sportsmanship Course before returning.

  • Certification of completion is required. Link to Course

• 2nd Offense: Removal and a three-game suspension from all activities.

• 3rd Offense: A formal letter banning you from future events at Pierce City Schools.

Let’s work together to create a positive and respectful atmosphere for all athletes and fans!

October 1: Volleyball vs Diamond, 5:30 PM

October 1: JH Volleyball @ Diamond, 5:30 PM

October 2: FFA Food for America

October 2: Middle & High School Talent Search

October 3: Seniors at Monett College & Career Fair, 10: 00 AM

October 3: Volleyball @ Ash Grove, 5:30 PM

October 3: JH Volleyball vs Ash Grove, 5:30 PM

October 3: JH Football vs Stockton, 5:30 PM

October 4: FFA Farm Fest

October 4: MSSU STEM Day

October 4: Football @ Marionville, 7:00 PM

October 5: Band @ MSSU Parade

October 5: Volleyball @ Southwest Volleyfest

October 7: JV Football @ Marionville, 6:00 PM

October 8: JH Cross Country @ Cassville, 4:00 PM

October 8: Cross Country @ Cassville, 4:00 PM

October 8: Volleyball vs Marionville, 5:30 PM

October 8: JH Volleyball @ Marionville, 5:30 PM

October 9: Senior @ Show-Me Crowder Days, 8:30 AM

October 10: FFA Middle School Service Project

October 10: JH Football vs Miller, 5:30 PM

October 10: JH Volleyball @ Granby, 5:30 PM

October 10: Volleyball @ Spokane, 6:00 PM

October 11: Football @ Lighthouse Christian, 7:00 PM

October 12: JH Volleyball @ SWC Tournament, TBD

October 12: Cross Country @ East Newton, 10:00 AM

October 12: JH Cross Country @ East Newton, 10:00 AM

October 14: High School District Honor Choir Rehearsal @ Carthage

October 14: FFA Meeting, 6:30 PM

October 15: Crowder Meeting, 11:30 AM

October 15: FFA Area Fall Speaking, 3:00 PM

October 15: Volleyball vs Stockton, 5:30 PM

October 16: Monthly Community Meeting, 4:30 PM

October 16: October Board of Education Meeting, 6:30 PM

October 17: Cross Country @ Clever, 4:00 PM

October 17: JH Cross Country @ Clever, 4:00 PM

October 17: JH Football @ Marionville, 5:30 PM

October 17: Volleyball @ Sarcoxie, 5:30 PM

October 18: Homecoming Parade & Assembly, 1:15 PM

October 18: Football vs Miller, 7:00 PM (homecoming)

October 18: Homecoming Dance after the game

October 19: Band @ Maple Leaf Parade

October 21: Parent-Teacher Conferences, 12:00 - 7:00 PM

October 21: JV Football vs Miller, 6:00 PM

October 22: Cross Country @ Ash Grove (SWC Meet), 4:00 PM

October 22: JH Cross Country @ Ash Grove (SWC Meet), 4:00 PM

October 22: Volleyball vs McAuley, 5:30 PM

October 23: FFA National Convention

October 23: SRTC Sophomore Meeting, 1:00 PM

October 24: Elementary School Fall Picture Retake

October 24: FFA National Convention

October 24: Football vs Stockton, 7:00 PM

October 25: FFA National Convention

October 26: High School District Honors Choir @ Joplin

October 29: JH Cross Country @ Wheaton, 4:00 PM

October 31: Elementary Halloween Party - Parents Welcome

We appreciate the continued support from our parents, staff, and community. Working together, we can ensure a positive and successful school year for our students.

Have a wonderful October, and we look forward to seeing you at our upcoming events!