2023-24 SCHOOL SUPPLY LISTS: Open House will be Thursday, August 17 from 6:00-7:00 PM. All school supplies may be brought to school during Open House.
And don't miss an opportunity to attend the Annual Back to School Fair held at The Harrisburg Baptist Church on Saturday, July 29 from 10:00-1:00 PM to receive FREE school supplies and backpacks for all Harrisburg students in grades Pre-K-12. We are very grateful to our community for supporting our students and families with this wonderful event! #Bulldawgpride
If you have a child under 5 years old and live in the Harrisburg School District, it's time to register for Dolly Parton's Imagination Library! Each child who registers will receive a FREE book in the mail every month until their 5th birthday. Thanks to the donors who helped get this program started in our community! If you would like to contribute, please contact Toby Class at classt@harrisburg.k12.mo.us.
https://imaginationlibrary.com/check-availability/
HAPPY NURSES DAY, NURSE JACKIE!!! You take the best care of all of us. We are so blessed to have your skill and knowledge at work in our district every day. Thank you so much for being the most amazing school nurse!
Happy Teacher Appreciation Week to our amazing staff of educators!
HAPPY SCHOOL LUNCH HERO DAY! Our food services team takes such good care of our students and staff every single day. Delicious and nutritious breakfasts, yummy hot lunches, and packaged meals for our students headed to athletics and activities...these ladies do it all! Thank you Lisa Baker, Rhonda Westendorff, Sheila Griffitt, Leona Ray, Kim Durk, Kim Howard, and Mary Winn. #Bulldawgpride
TEACHER FEATURE TUESDAY: This week’s featured teacher is Mrs. Jaimie Sublett. Mrs. Sublett is a 2006 graduate of Harrisburg Schools and returned home 13 years ago to begin her teaching career. As the Elementary Math Specialist, Mrs. Sublett works with all grade levels of elementary students. She designs meaningful and individualized academic lessons and small group activities for students making what are sometimes difficult math concepts both approachable and enjoyable. Simply put…she makes math fun! Mrs. Sublett also devotes her time to serving as CTA Treasurer, District Academic Advisory Cabinet, PBS Leadership Team, CTA Salary Committee, and District Equity Committee. We are so thankful that our students and staff have the opportunity to benefit from her knowledge and skill every day. Thank you, Mrs. Sublett! #Bulldawgpride
HAPPY PRINCIPAL’S DAY to Mr. Burris, Mr. Wardrip, and Mr. Fisher. We deeply appreciate the way they engage, lead, and inspire the students and staff of our district each and every day. #Bulldawgpride
HAPPY ADMINISTRATIVE PROFESSIONALS DAY! When you enter our doors theirs will be the first face to greet you! Our administrative professionals are, without question, the heart of our buildings. We are truly grateful for the way they manage the expected and unexpected events that occur every single day of their school year. What a blessing it is to have such knowledgeable, skilled, and talented individuals in our Harrisburg School District family. Thank you Dawn, Lisa, Rebekah, Liz, and Ruby! #Bulldawgpride
“No one is more cherished in this world than someone who lightens the burden of another.” - Joseph Addison
TEACHER FEATURE TUESDAY: This week’s featured teacher is McKenzie Wanner. Mrs. Wanner has fourteen years of experience in education and has been teaching in Harrisburg for the past four years. As a high school learning specialist, Mrs. Wanner supports students in English, Biology, Health, Math, and Government. In addition to providing instructional support for our students and teachers every school day, McKenzie also coaches Middle School Softball and serves on our district Student Success Team and Academic Advisory Cabinet. Mrs. Wanner has a way of being exactly where her expertise and skill set are needed in subtle and meaningful ways. We are so thankful that she decided to return to her alma mater to be a Bulldog for life! #Bulldawgpride
HAVE YOU SIGNED UP FOR SUMMER SCHOOL 2023? Enrollment is now open. Please use the link below to sign up. If you have any questions call Mr. Burris at 573-875-0290.
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TEACHER FEATURE TUESDAY: This week’s featured teacher is Mrs. Sarah Earlywine. Mrs. Earlywine began her teaching career in Harrisburg 15 years ago and we have been blessed with her enthusiastic, creative, and passionate teaching skills ever since. Mrs. Earlywine truly makes learning fun, authentic, and approachable for her 5th grade students. In addition to these skills, she also lends her time and talents as sponsor of Elementary Student Council and serves our district on the PLC Leadership Team, Academic Advisory Cabinet, PBIS Committee, and the Elementary Instructional Support Team. Thank you, Mrs. Earlywine, for always being a shining example of #Bulldawgpride
HAPPY PARAPROFESSIONAL DAY to the incredible staff of specially trained and credentialed educators who support and work with our students each and every day. Paraprofessionals are "the heartfelt heroes. Using their talents to help students discover their own. Dedicating their time and energy each day to the students in their care, and doing it all while meeting the individual needs of many." - Teresa Kwant
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LAST CHANCE: Friday, April 7th is the last day to order a yearbook. There is no guarantee that there will be extras at delivery, so make sure you get your order in by Friday. You can order online at www.balfour.com/student-info?smi=92723 or contact Mrs. Hemme at hemmea@harrisburg.k12.mo.us for a paper order form. Orders and payment must be received by Friday. If you have any questions, please contact Mrs. Hemme."
Today’s featured teacher is Zech Bowman. Mr. Bowman is currently completing his twelfth year in education. He has taught high school math in Harrisburg for the last seven years. In addition to teaching Algebra I, Algebra II, and Concepts of Math, Mr. Bowman serves on the District Academic Advisory Cabinet and coaches High School Football and High School Track. We’re thankful to have Mr. Bowman’s skills and talents in the classroom and on the fields. #Bulldawgpride
Our Literati BOGO Book Fair will be April 11-14 in the HEMS Library. You may sign up to volunteer at https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C0E4FAFA729A4F4CF8-20231. Thank you for your continued support of our book fairs!
TEACHER FEATURE TUESDAY: Featured today is Mr. Nathan Carey. Mr. Carey graduated from Harrisburg in 2007 and after beginning a teaching career in Centralia, returned to his alma mater in 2016. In his classroom at Harrisburg Middle School, Mr. Carey utilizes a wide range of skill and expertise to make math fun, accessible, and authentic for his 7th & 8th grade students. In addition, he sponsors our Junior High Chapter of National Honor Society and serves on our district Academic Advisory Committee. Thank you Mr. Carey for making such a powerful difference in the lives of our students. #Bulldawgpride
Our Literati BOGO Book Fair will be April 11-14 in the HEMS Library. Please consider volunteering to help students make wish lists and assist them with their shopping experience. Thank you for supporting our book fair!
https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C0E4FAFA729A4F4CF8-20231
March is School Board Appreciation Month and we are very grateful to the men and women who have served and who currently serve on the Harrisburg R-VIII Board of Education. Last night before their regular monthly meeting, our board members recognized students who received an Advanced score on their Missouri Assessment Program test (MAP) or End of Course Exams (EOC) in the 2021-22 school year. Thank you Davin Stidham, Kathleen VanRoekel, Josh Stephenson, Scott Eaton, Hal Fisher, Heidi DeMuth, and Bethann Rosson and congratulations to our students on this academic achievement. #Bulldawgpride
TEACHER FEATURE TUESDAY: Today’s featured teacher is Mrs. Teresa McClure. Mrs. McClure has been teaching Kindergarten in Harrisburg for all of her 29 years in education. In addition to being an incredible classroom teacher, Teresa serves on numerous school committees including the PLC Leadership Team, Principal’s Advisory Committee, Calendar Committee, Parents As Teachers Advisory Board, and our Instructional Support/Universal Design Learning Team. Thank you Mrs. McClure for making such a positive and powerful impact on the lives of your students, their families, and our school. #Bulldawgpride
Preschool and kindergarten screening is March 29, 2023.
