Dear Pierce City Families,

We hope you had a wonderful start to the new year! January is an exciting month filled with fresh opportunities, activities, and updates as we begin the second semester. In this newsletter, you’ll find key dates, upcoming events, and progress on important school initiatives. Thank you for your continued support as we work together to make this semester a success for our students.

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

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!

As we reflect on a wonderful past year filled with growth, achievements, and memorable moments, we’re excited to welcome 2025 with even more opportunities for learning and success. School resumes on January 7th, and we can’t wait to see all our students back and ready for another great year ahead!

Here’s to building on last year’s successes and making this one even better!

With the possibility of winter weather approaching, we want to ensure that our families and staff are aware of our cancellation procedures.

As we welcome 2025, it’s the perfect time to make a resolution that truly matters. Start the year by giving the gift of life—donate blood!

Join us for a blood drive on January 15th in the high school gym. It’s a simple way to make a big impact and help those in need. Let’s kick off the new year by spreading kindness and saving lives. Start with a blood donation!

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!

January 7: Second Semester Begins

January 7: Boys & Girls Basketball vs. Lockwood, 5:00 PM

January 8: Middle & High School Crowder Talent Search

January 8: Girls Basketball vs. Wheaton, 6:00 PM

January 10: High School District & Conference Honor Band Rehearsal

January 10: Middle School Honor Band Auditions

January 10: JH Boys Basketball vs. Diamond (Diamond Tournament), 6:00 PM

January 10: Boys & Girls Basketball @ Thomas Jefferson, 5:00 PM

January 11: High School District & Conference Honor Band Rehearsal

January 11: JH Boys Basketball vs. Marionville (Diamond Tournament), 10:00 AM

January 11: JH Boys Basketball vs. Sarcoxie (Diamond Tournament), 12:00 PM

January 12: Football Banquet, 2:00 PM

January 13: JH Boys Basketball vs. Lockwood, 5:30 PM

January 14: Boys Basketball vs. Wheaton, 6:00 PM

January 14: Girls Basketball @ New Heights Christian Academy, 6:00 PM

January 15: Blood Drive, 8:30 AM - 2:00 PM

January 16: Boys Basketball @ New Heights Christian Academy, 6:00 PM

January 18: Middle School Honor Band Rehearsal & Concert

January 20-25: Boys Basketball @ Tony Dubray Tournament (Liberal, MO)

January 20-25: Girls Basketball @ Tony Dubray Tournament (Liberal, MO)

January 20: JH Boys Basketball @ Monett, 5:30 PM

January 22: January Community Meeting, 4:30 PM

January 22: Board of Education Meeting, 6:30 PM

January 23: Elementary Vision Screenings

January 23: JH Boys Basketball @ Diamond, 5:30 PM

January 27: JH Boys Basketball vs. Miller, 5:30 PM

January 28: Boys & Girls Basketball @ Miller, 5:00 PM

January 29-February 1: State Music Convention

January 30: JH Boys Basketball @ Ash Grove, 5:30 PM

January 30: Girls Basketball vs. Ash Grove, 6:00 PM

January 31: Boys Basketball vs. Ash Grove, 6:00 PM

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 December, and we look forward to seeing you at our upcoming events!