Licking R-VIII School District has a current opening for full time custodian with health insurance benefits. Applications may be found at www.licking.k12.mo.us or by stopping by the Office of the Superintendent at 125 College Avenue, Licking, MO 65542. Licking R-VIII School District is an equal opportunity employer.
Licking R-VIII School District has two weed trimmers (Shindaiwa T230x; Maruyama BC3021H-CA 30.1 cc) as surplus property. Bids may be submitted in person or by mail at 125 College Avenue, Licking, MO 65542. Bids will be accepted until noon July 20, 2022. Bids will be opened at the Board meeting July 21 at 6 PM in the Office of the Superintendent.
Licking R-VIII School District has a teaching position open at Licking Elementary School for the 2022-2023 school year. Qualified applicants should have excellent classroom management skills, communication skills, and organizational skills. Qualifications: valid Missouri Teaching Certificate.
Applications may be picked up at the Office of the Superintendent. The on-line application is located at the district website, www.licking.k12.mo.us. Please return the application with a letter of interest, resume, transcripts, and a copy of your certification to: Licking R-VIII School District, 125 College Ave. Licking, MO 65542, Attn: Superintendent Cristina Wright or by email to cwright@licking.k12.mo.us. Licking R-VIII School District is an equal opportunity employer.
Congratulations to sophomore Rusty Buckner for being named to the Class 3 All-State Baseball 2nd Team as DH/Utility.
High schoolers enjoyed competing in a “Top Chef” competition this week during summer school. Their creations were fantastic!!
Summer days off are a great time to schedule immunizations. Here’s a reminder of what’s required by grade level…
REMINDER: With the expiration of the federal waiver, Licking R-VIII School District will no longer be able to provide free meals for all students. We strongly encourage all families who may be eligible to apply for the free and reduced meals program at registration in August!
Tomorrow is the last day of summer school, but there’s plenty of fun left!
To accommodate cool morning temps tomorrow, the K-3 pool party will be moved back one hour to 10 AM - 1 PM.
Due to Wednesday's weather forecast, students with 100% attendance in summer school in grades 4-12 will be issued a one-day swimming voucher to Licking Aquatic Center in lieu of a group field trip. We are monitoring Thursday's weather and will post an update tomorrow for grades K-3.
Our upcoming 7th graders are working on their “Sketchbook of Impossible Things” while listening to the book “Fish in a Tree.”
Junior high students are painting plaster gauze sculptures during a summer school class.
High school students are cooking up some fantastic goodies & eSports is building their teamwork skills…while playing video games. Also, credits are on the way to being recovered. Great job Wildcats!
Mrs. Haneline says, “Edible Science summer school students enjoyed learning about soil and then made safe to eat (and yummy) models. Thanks for making learning fun, Mrs Frazier!” 😊 #wechooselearning
Congratulations to Rusty, Keyton, Malachi, and Cole for being named all-district for Class 3 District 9!
Licking R-VIII School District is currently seeking a Postsecondary Advisor for the 2022-2023 school year. The Postsecondary Advisor is embedded in school districts to proactively help high school students through each step of career exploration and postsecondary attainment. Partnering with high school counselors, this position works with students in developing and expanding Individual Career and Academic Plans (ICAP), supporting students to enroll in college (college fit discussion, applications, and orientation), to earn a workplace credential, to enlist in the
armed services, to complete the FAFSA, and more. This position requires a Bachelor’s degree from a regionally accredited institution of higher learning, exceptional relational skills with a variety of diverse people, experience in education, social work, counseling, case-management, advising, or related experience, and strong organizational and time management skills. Licking R-VIII School District is an equal opportunity employer.
Congratulations to our six baseball players who were named to the Frisco League All-Conference team. The full list is below:
1st Team
1. Kaden Lawson
2. *Keyton Cook*
3. *Cole Wallace*
4. Noah Johnson
5. Elijah Mayfield
6. Drake Young
7. *Malachi Antle*
8. Tanner Alexander
9. Jayden Pendergrass
10. Jaydin Rowdin
11. Nathan Routh
12. Gauge Fleschute
13. *Rusty Buckner*
14. Mason Skidmore
15. Ryan Gross
16. Ryan Steinbrink
17. Adam Newton
18. Case Sinden
19. Oliver Eilenstine
20. Eli Birdsong
Honorable Mention
1. Haiden Martin
2. JD Bowling
3. *Keyton Rinne*
4. *Silas Antel*
5. Levi Johnson
6. Lane Johnson
Parents of Summer School Students: Please send water bottles to summer school each day. Also, please ask your children for permission slips for upcoming field trips. Thank you!
Mrs.Hagler's Nature Unleashed class is out looking for critters!
Congratulations to Mrs. Hagler for earning two $500 grants from Missouri Department of Conservation again this year! These grants allow students to learn about nature by interacting with the outdoors through field trips and exploration equipment!
