Harrisburg R-VIII School District

FYI FRIDAY: Week 5 - The Harrisburg School District has worked hard to provide a top-notch educational experience for the children in our community. Here are some highlights of just a few of the things we are proud to have been able to accomplish for our students. We appreciate all of the support that we have received and want to continue to provide the best quality educational experience for the next generation of Bulldogs! Help make the decision - vote on August 5. #BulldawgPride

FYI Friday: Week 4 - HAPPY FOURTH OF JULY, BULLDOGS! We hope you have a wonderful and safe holiday weekend. Please note the following dates in regard to the August 5, 2025 Proposition Harrisburg Schools ballot issue. If you have any questions please contact Steve Combs at combss@harrisburg.k12.mo.us or 573-875-5604. #BulldawgPride

ATTENTION BULLDOGS: We hope you are having a wonderful summer. Here are the 2025-26 SCHOOL SUPPLY LISTS and a couple of IMPORTANT DATES for the 25-26 school year. July 29, 2025 - New Student Enrollment - 9:00 AM - 3:30 PM August 14, 2025 - Open House - 6:00 PM - 7:00 PM

FYI FRIDAY - WEEK 3 - On April 3, 2024 Proposition 1 was passed to offer property tax relief to eligible senior citizens in Boone County. An eligible taxpayer is defined as a Boone County, Missouri resident who: - Is sixty-two (62) years of age or older before January 1 of the initial credit year; and - Is an owner of record of a homestead or has a legal or equitable interest in such property as evidenced by a written instrument; and - Is liable for the payment of real property taxes on such homestead. Please visit https://www.showmeboone.com/collector/senior-re-tax-relief.asp for more information about the Boone County Senior Real Estate Tax Relief Program.

FYI FRIDAY - WEEK 2 - This week's feature shares a breakdown of tax revenues from Boone and Howard counties for the 2024-2025 school year. Please contact Superintendent Steve Combs by email or phone with questions or for more information. Email: combss@harrisburg.k12.mo.us Phone: 573-875-5604

FYI FRIDAY - WEEK 1 - Each week we'll be sharing information in this feature in order to increase awareness of the many wonderful things happening in the Harrisburg School District and to provide our stakeholders with justification for the district's request for a tax levy increase on August 5, 2025. This week we are sharing the important dates and voting information that you will need as well as contact information. We welcome your questions and hope this feature helps to inform your decision on Proposition Harrisburg Schools. Watch for this feature every Friday at 7:00 AM. #BulldawgPride

Congratulations to Sophomore Josey Whitaker for being the FIRST-PLACE winner of this year's Robert J. Stuckey Essay Contest sponsored by the Friends of the University of Missouri Libraries with her essay, The Narrative on Life. . As the first-place winner, she will receive a scholarship of $2,000 to use toward educational costs or expenses of her choice. Amazing job, Josey! #BulldawgPride https://library.missouri.edu/giving/stuckey-essay-contest/

“Caring is the essence of nursing.” —Jean Watson HAPPY SCHOOL NURSE 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 and for truly caring about each and every student and staff member in your buildings! #BulldawgPride

TEACHER FEATURE TUESDAY: Today's featured teacher is Ca-Sandra Gunn. Ms. Gunn has been substitute teaching in the area for the past four years and is lending her time and talents to Harrisburg Schools this year. When asked about her favorite part of guest teaching at Harrisburg, she replied "getting to know all the classrooms and teachers while teaching growing minds. I enjoy seeing all the different personalities and helping students through challenges." Ms. Gunn comes from a director background and has taught for 14 years. She lives in Harrisburg with her seven beautiful children. They enjoy playing sports, outdoor activities, going on trips, and spending time together. Thank you Ms. Gunn for sharing your time and expertise with our district. #BulldawgPride

Happy Teacher Appreciation Week to our incredible team of educators. #BulldawgPride

Please join us on WEDNESDAY (5/7) for the last PTO Meeting (Harrisburg Parent/Teacher Organization preK-12) meeting of the year. It will be at 6 p.m. in the elementary/middle school library. Hope to see you Wednesday. Reminder there is also a dine in night at the Kitchen on May 20 from 5-8 p.m. 15% of the proceeds will go to Harrisburg Schools. Please present the flyer so we will get the donation. Looking forward to a night out with our Harrisburg community! Thank you for your support! Join Zoom Meeting https://us06web.zoom.us/j/82299551944?pwd=gzb7LKOAohMxBz2NRi1NP4husKNppS.1 Meeting ID: 822 9955 1944 Passcode: 884107 One tap mobile +13092053325,,82299551944#,,,,*884107# US

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 heroes do it all! Thank you Lisa Baker, Kim Durk, Marla Merritt, Donnie Merritt, Mary Winn, Leona Ray, Kayla Heaston, and Sheila Griffitt! #Bulldawgpride

"The greatest gift of leadership is a boss who wants you to be successful." —Jon Taffer HAPPY PRINCIPALS' 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

Harrisburg fifth graders attended the annual Earth Day Celebration hosted by the MO Department of Natural Resources on April 25. Alayna Heithold won this year's state-wide Earth Day slogan contest and was honored at the opening ceremony. Alayna was presented with an Earth Day proclamation signed by Governor Mike Kehoe, a $50 gift card, and a Missouri rock and mineral set. #BulldawgPride @MoStateParks

TEACHER FEATURE TUESDAY: This week’s featured teacher is Mrs. Lindsey Heinlein. Mrs. Heinlein joined the Harrisburg R-VIII Substitute Teaching staff this year. When asked what her favorite part of guest teaching in the district was, she responded “getting to work with all grade levels”. Lindsey and her husband have 4 kids, Weston (3rd grade), Piper (2nd grade), Lucille (Little Bulldogs), William (Little Bulldogs). She will be coaching high school softball next year and is looking forward to meeting everyone and being a part of the community. Thank you, Mrs. Heinlein for dedicating your time and talents to the students and athletes of Harrisburg R-VIII. #BulldawgPride

The last day to order a yearbook is coming up on April 30th. There is no guarantee that there will be any additional yearbooks to purchase after that date. You can purchase online at jostensyearbooks.com. Regardless of the age of your student, please make sure to choose Harrisburg High School when ordering. If you have questions, please contact Mrs. Hemme at hemmea@harrisburg.k12.mo.us.

"No one is more cherished in this world than someone who lightens the burden of another. Thank you." ~ Joseph Addison When you enter our buildings, it will be their faces that first welcome and 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 Becky, Cara, Rebekah, Keely, and Ruby! #Bulldawgpride

TEACHER FEATURE TUESDAY: Today's featured teacher is Ms. Judy Corbin. Though she retired in 2020 after twenty years of service to the Harrisburg School District as an Instructional Aide and Library Assistant, she returned in 2023 as a substitute teacher. When asked what her favorite part of substitute teaching in Harrisburg has been, Judy's response was "the kids - I just love the kids". Thank you, Judy Corbin, for the many years of dedication and service that you have given to the students of Harrisburg R-VIII School District. We are thankful that you have been a Bulldog For Life! #BulldawgPride

HAPPY SCHOOL BUS DRIVER APPRECIATION DAY to our amazing team! They are the first and last faces that many of our students see every day and we are truly blessed to have transportation director Shannon Griggs and her team of drivers taking such good care of our students and families. #BulldawgPride

Harrisburg PTO is hosting Teacher Appreciation Week again this year the first week of May (May 5-9).  We are have a Wicked Theme planned for this year.   We could use donations of gift cards for teacher prizes.  These gift cards could be something you purchase, have on hand, or from your own business.  We have about 80 staff we are trying to get prizes for. We also have a teacher meal on Tuesday that we could use donations for.  We would also like to have baked goods at each school (3 schools) all week. We could also use some notes of appreciation to teachers that week. Teacher Appreciation Week Needed Items:https://www.signupgenius.com/go/60B0444A9A923A1FC1-56248114-teacher  Teacher Meal Sign Up for Items to Send In: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/60B0444A9A923A1FC1-56248148-teacher Here is the plan for each day: Mon May 6 PD Day: Because of You, We Defy Gravity! Start your day with coffee and breakfast (and yes…there will be munchkins!).              Munchkins;  Dunkin Donut Holes               Tues May 7 Emerald City Celebration Enjoy Lunch in Teachers’ Lounge:Pulled Pork/chicken, buns, salad, chips, cole slaw, potato salad, baked beans, mac and cheese, dessert Wed May 8   Flying Monkeys! Banana Split Bar Banana Splits in the Teachers loungeCoffee from Tom’s Coffee Thurs May 9 Wicked Sweet Treats Make your own “snacklebox” with your favorite candies! Green and Pink Snacks and a “wicked refreshing” hydration station in the teachers’ lounge! Fri May 10 You’re So POPular popcorn bar and a can of “pop” (soda)! Thanks for your help! Nicole Fritts PTO Co-Secretary Teacher Appreciation Week Chair Harrisburg R-VIII Harrisburg, MO  65256