MHS 25-26

Our Marshfield FFA students are already setting the tone—building skills, earning top finishes across multiple contests, and preparing for a huge milestone as 14 members will receive their State FFA Degree at the Missouri FFA Convention. Incredible dedication!

Band students brought the energy at Solos & Ensembles—such a fun and memorable event. YEAH BAND!

Speech & Debate is headed to the national stage with 6 students qualifying for NCFL Grand Nationals in May—an outstanding accomplishment!

On the field and court, our Blue Jays are rolling:

⚾ Baseball with big wins over Fayetteville (9-6), Piedmont (5-3), and Aurora (9-3)
⚽ Lady Jays Soccer picking up strong wins over Aurora (2-0) and Fair Grove (3-2 OT)
🎾 Boys Tennis off to a 2-0 start, including a historic program win over Parkview

🏀 Lady Jays Basketball honors:

• Quinn Aldridge – 1st Team All-OMC & All-District
• Peyton Ward – 1st Team All-OMC, District Player of the Year & OMC Player of the Year
• Kendyl Dolan – All-OMC Defensive Team
• Izzy Cherne – 2nd Team All-OMC
• Trish Marsh – Ozark Mountain Conference Coach of the Year
• Quinn Aldridge & Peyton Ward – Class 5 All-State

🏀 Boys Basketball honors:

• Cannon Thornhill – 1st Team All-OMC & All-District
• Hunter Fryman – All-OMC Defensive Team

MHS took four choirs to MSHSSA contest. Cantus Choir received an Outstanding rating. Bel Canto, Chamber Concert Choir and combined Mass Choir all received Exemplary ratings which is the highest rating you can receive. Then MHS Choir had 42 students perform in 23 Vocal solos, 1 piano solo and 7 Small Ensembles for MSHSSA. 13 individuals and/or groups received Exemplary ratings and will compete at State on May 2!

And a huge shoutout to everyone who made the MHS Varsity Invitational a success—so many moving parts behind the scenes, and it truly showed. We are grateful for our coaches, athletes, parents, boosters, and staff who make it all happen!

We are proud of our Blue Jays—what an exciting way to kick off the final quarter!

Senior Spotlight: Brier Day knocked his senior project out of the park, teaching younger students about the sheep industry—from care and showing to marketing. His leadership and passion made a big impact (future Ag teacher? We think so!).

Job Shadow Day 2026: Thank you to our community partners who hosted MHS students for real-world job shadow experiences. Opportunities like these help prepare our students for life after graduation.

Building Trades Experience: Students attended the Construction Trades Lunch & Learn hosted by the Carpenter’s Union, exploring pre-apprenticeship opportunities and career pathways. Shoutout to MHS alum Travis Powers for sharing his journey.

Student Entrepreneurship: Brew Jays Ink presented at Rotary, highlighting their business and the hands-on skills they’re gaining right here at MHS.

State Bound:
Congratulations to our Speech & Debate state qualifiers:
Lilliana – International Extemp
Owen – Original Oratory
Lilah Morris – Humorous Interpretation & Radio
Lilly – Poetry
Jackson – Radio
Lilliana & Gunner – Policy Debate

Serving Others: Student Council raised $695 for the Special Olympics Polar Plunge, with seven students braving the cold to support an amazing cause.

Lady Jays Dominate: Softball, Volleyball, Girls Wrestling, and Basketball all claimed District Championships this year—an incredible accomplishment.

Band Legacy: Our high school band performed for future members, sharing their experiences and inspiring the next generation. YEAH BAND!

Spring Sports Kickoff: Baseball, tennis, soccer, track and field, and golf seasons are officially underway.

FFA Contest Success: Nearly 2,300 students from more than 95 schools participated in our annual contest. Thank you to our volunteers, sponsors, and supporters who made it all possible.

Strong Finish: Congratulations to Lady Jays Basketball on earning 3rd Place at State—what a season.

The Academic team secured 6th at the Strafford Invitational and Cole Brown led the charge with an incredible 2nd-place finish, earning 85 points per game. Way to represent!

Our Blue Jay Academic Team tied for 1st place at the SBU History Bowl! We couldn’t be more proud of their knowledge, teamwork, and competitive spirit. Congratulations on an incredible performance and a job well done!

Marshfield R-I Schools Hosts Successful 2025 Invitational

Marshfield R-I Schools is proud to share that the 2025 Marshfield Invitational was a great success, thanks to the many students, staff, families, and guests who helped make the event possible.

This year, Marshfield welcomed 21 schools from across the region for a full weekend of academic competition. Participants, coaches, and volunteers filled our campus with energy, camaraderie, and a shared commitment to excellence.

We are especially proud of the 16 junior high students who joined the high school team to assist with hosting duties. From helping manage rooms to supporting judges and teams, these students demonstrated outstanding leadership, responsibility, and Blue Jay pride.

Marshfield R-I Schools extends a sincere thank-you to everyone who attended, judged, volunteered, or worked behind the scenes. Your support helped create a positive, well-run event and a memorable experience for all involved.

History Bowl Highlights - A big shoutout to our 33 junior high and high school students who competed in the 7th Annual Morrisville History Bowl! Three junior high teams finished in 5th, 7th and 8th place in their division. The two high school teams finished in 4th and 28th place in their division. Congratulations to all the students for their incredible achievements! We’re proud of every student who represented our schools with knowledge, teamwork, and determination. Congratulations on an outstanding showing!

MHS Speech & Debate Finishes Strong at Mount Vernon

During the final week of February, members of the Marshfield High School Speech and Debate team competed in their final invitational of the 2025–2026 season at Mount Vernon.

The team delivered an outstanding performance, finishing tied for 2nd place overall.

Individual Results:

• Will – 1st Place, Original Oratory

• Will – 3rd Place, International Extemporaneous Speaking

• Jackson – 1st Place, Radio Speaking

• Owen – 4th Place, Original Oratory

• Colby – 6th Place, Dramatic Interpretation

• Lilly – 5th Place, Dramatic Interpretation

• Lilah – 4th Place, Humorous Interpretation

• Lilly & Lyssa – 4th Place, Duo Interpretation

• Maximus – 4th Place, International Extemporaneous Speaking

• Colby – 4th Place, Prose Reading

• Layla – 7th Place, Prose Reading

• Lilliana – 8th Place, Program of Oral Interpretation

• Gunner – 2nd Place, Informative Speaking

The team now turns its focus to postseason competition. Next week, students will compete at MSHSAA Districts for a chance to qualify for the State Tournament, followed by NSDA Districts, where they will compete for an opportunity to advance to Nationals.

We are incredibly proud of these students and their dedication, preparation, and competitive excellence throughout the season.

"MTown" Speech and Debate Team

The "MTown" Speech and Debate Team had a fantastic weekend at the MSU/GDA Tournament — and they’re off to a strong start!

Layla – Semifinals in U.S. Extemp
Brett – 8th in Congress
Gunner – 3rd in Congress
Lilli – 3rd in International Extemp
Lilli – 1st in Program of Oral Interpretation
Lilli & Gunner – 3rd in Novice Policy Debate

Every student left with at least one debate win and some speech success — and they made it home just in time for the Homecoming dance!

A few months ago, MHS students were asked a simple question:

“If you could come to school and learn about anything, what would you want to learn?”

They delivered with incredible ideas — and we went to work finding experts to bring those topics to life!

Recently, students had the opportunity to learn directly from community presenters and professionals, exploring sessions that covered the gamut — from understanding credit scores and personal finance to learning how to crochet, and everything in between.

It was a fantastic day of hands-on learning, real-world skills, and student voice in action.

We are so proud of these Blue Jays for representing our school with excellence, and professionalism! 

Jayson Scott – 5th Place, Business Plans

Jordan Church – 5th Place, Entrepreneurship

Izzy Cherne, Kendyl Dolan & Bentley Replogle – 2nd place Graphic Design

Keely Devoto – 5th Place, Accounting & 4th Place, Advanced Accounting

Emilee Offutt – 5th Place, Intro to Business Communication & 2nd Place, Intro to Marketing Concepts

We are proud to celebrate Kimberly Guilford, our High School Choral Director, who was honored this evening at the Missouri Music Educators Association Conference for 36 years of dedication to music education.

Her decades of experience, passion, and leadership in music education are already making a meaningful impact on our students and fine arts program. We are so fortunate to have her as part of our Blue Jay family.

Congratulations, Mrs. Guilford — this recognition is incredibly well deserved!

Once again, our Fruit Sales Day ran like a well-oiled machine—and that credit goes to our students. They worked together, stayed organized, and had fun getting the job done. It doesn’t get much better than that.

Thank you to our community for supporting our students by purchasing fruit and raffle tickets. 100% of the funds raised go directly back to our students.

Youth Basketball

44 youth basketball teams filled our campus on Saturday—thank you to our HS boy basketball athletes for helping everything run smoothly!

Lady Jays Basketball

Quinn Aldridge earned MVP honors at the Sophie Cunningham Classic in Columbia as the Lady Jays defeated Blue Valley North (KS) 59–56.

Academic Team

Cole, Roan, Noah, Aubri, and Ian (not pictured) earned an impressive 8th-place finish out of 18 teams at the Kickapoo Classic Tournament. Way to represent!

Speech & Debate

The team kicked off second semester at the Stockton Invitational and placed 1st overall!

Multiple individual awards earned—great job, Jays!

Thank you, Stockton, for hosting. Next stop: Webb City.

JV Boys Wrestling – Seneca

Champions: Yarbrough, Perkins

2nd Place: Nickoli

3rd Place: Ellis, Evans, Aikins, Butts, Macrelli, Engelking

4th Place: Kroll, Cooley, Reynolds

Accounting students heard from MHS alum Isaac Moon, who shared his experiences in the Accounting program at Missouri State—from coursework and campus life to internships. His insights gave students a clearer picture of what to expect in college and how internships can open doors for future careers.

Congratulations to the following JaysWork students who recently committed to extending learning outside the classroom through the pursuit of an apprenticeship with local employers.

Ethan Theobald ~ HVAC Apprentice with FTS

Kierston Floyd ~ Teacher's Aide Apprentice with Marshfield Schools

Skylee Lamkey ~ Teacher's Aide Apprentice with Marshfield Schools

Olive Tindall ~ Teacher's Aide Apprentice with Marshfield Schools

Alex Heistand ~ IT Help Desk Apprentice with Marshfield Schools

JaysWork Apprenticeships & Internships celebrated a successful year! They earned $67,497 through paid apprenticeships and internships. The students also gained valuable experience with 355 hours of job shadowing. A special thank you to the Marshfield community for investing in the next generation of professionals. Together, we are shaping bright futures!

Introducing the Career & Technical Education (CTE) students who are participating in Work-Based Learning this year! Through internships, apprenticeships, and job shadowing, these students are taking the skills they’ve learned in the classroom and applying them in real-world career settings.

MHS held its first Celebrations Assembly, taking a moment to recognize outstanding accomplishments during the first semester of school.

Our state-qualifying athletes and state-qualifying Speech & Debate competitors kicked things off with a Walk of Champions, receiving well-earned applause for their hard work and dedication.

We also celebrated outstanding students with Attendance awards, Blue Jay Kudos awards, and Academic Letters.

A huge congratulations to all of our amazing Blue Jays.

People often talk about the importance of schools teaching real-life skills. Having the opportunity to process venison is about as real as it gets.

Our FFA chapter enjoyed an exciting and eventful week, highlighted by two outstanding opportunities for students to learn, connect, and celebrate their passion for agriculture.

The week began with the Webster County Cattlemen’s Association Career Fair, where our students—along with members from several surrounding chapters—were able to meet ag professionals, explore diverse career pathways, and gain valuable insight into the future of the agriculture industry. Events like this help our students grow, discover their strengths, and build meaningful relationships within our local ag community. We are incredibly grateful to the Cattlemen’s Association for investing in the next generation of ag leaders.

The celebration continued at the FFA Barnwarming held at the Webster County Fairgrounds. Our officers did an exceptional job organizing a fun and memorable evening filled with dancing, games, and friendly competition. Students participated in Ag Olympics events, a truck pull, minute-to-win-it challenges, a bale flip, and the beloved Monkey Suit tradition that has entertained FFA members for more than 20 years. The night was packed with laughter, teamwork, and moments that students will remember for a lifetime.

Our FFA students are learning so much on their Louisiana agriculture industry tour! From swamp tours (yes, they saw alligators ) to seeing how rice is milled and sugar cane is harvested, they’re getting a firsthand look at agriculture beyond Missouri. They also toured the famous Tabasco Factory on Avery Island and explored Jungle Gardens — talk about a full day of learning and fun! So many miles, memories, and new experiences.

All Ag Science I students write an essay as part of our leadership unit, but these members took it a step further by refining, memorizing, and presenting their speeches in competition. They showed real initiative and growth — we are proud of their hard work!

Congratulations to:

• Alex DeLeon – Teach Ag – Silver Rating

• Ava Richardson – Quarter Horse – Silver Rating

• Ella Taylor – Soil & Water – Silver Rating

Way to step out of your comfort zones and rise to the challenge!

Mid-Missouri Ag Ed Initiative

Recently, these Blue Jays had an incredible hands-on experience at the Mid-Missouri Ag Ed Initiative. The day began with educational rotations focused on feeder cattle grading, animal products, beef reproduction, palpating and aging cows, and the business side of the beef industry—including the vital role stockyards play in the process.

Afterward, students were paired with industry professionals and cattle buyers who guided them through the process of being a Stocker Cattle buyer. Each student was given a $3,500 budget to spend during a live auction, where nearly 100 head of cattle ran through the ring. Students had to make quick, strategic decisions to determine which purchases would yield the highest profit.

Their hard work paid off—Marshfield earned 1st place among schools in attendance, achieving the highest average profit per head!

A huge thank-you to all of the organizers, sponsors, and industry partners who made this valuable real-world learning opportunity possible.

Real-World Learning at the Mid-Missouri Stockyards

Students from our Animal Science and Ag Business classes are preparing for a unique hands-on learning experience at the Mid-Missouri Stockyards.

Through a program created by Josh Arl of Mid Missouri Bank, high school agricultural students will have the opportunity to act as cattle buyers for a Beef Stocker/Backgrounding Operation. During the event, cattle will enter the sale ring just like a real auction. Each student will receive a set budget and will work alongside industry professionals who will mentor them through the bidding process.

More than 200 students from surrounding agricultural programs are expected to participate in this exciting, real-world simulation.

To get ready for the event, representatives from Mid Missouri Bank and the Mid-Missouri Stockyards visited our classrooms to provide background on the program, explain the budgeting tools students will use, and even give a crash course in auctioneering.

This authentic learning experience connects classroom lessons to real-life applications in the agriculture industry—helping students gain valuable insight, confidence, and career readiness.

Seven Marshfield FFA students have been selected to participate in the Public Speaking Academy at the University of Central Missouri! Over the next few days, they’ll dive into leadership and communication workshops, learning from state FFA Officers and Missouri’s FFA staff.

In addition to sharpening their public speaking skills, they’ll get a taste of college life, meet fellow FFA students from across Missouri, and build lasting connections.

A huge thank you to our Booster Club for generously covering the full cost of this experience for our students!

Marshfield FFA Supports City’s 9/11 Memorial

Marshfield FFA members were honored to once again help prepare the City’s 9/11 Memorial. Students set flags and displayed elementary students’ drawings as part of the remembrance.

They are grateful for the opportunity to play a small role in this meaningful event and to help ensure that the sacrifices and bravery of 9/11 are never forgotten.

Marshfield High School presented its fall theatre production, Into the Woods—a beloved Broadway classic featuring the unforgettable music and lyrics of Stephen Sondheim. This year’s cast and crew worked tirelessly to bring this magical story to life on the MHS stage.

The performance showcased exceptional student talent both onstage and behind the scenes. The dedication and creativity of our Blue Jay performers and crew made this production a memorable experience for all who attended.

Congratulations to the entire cast, crew, and directors for an outstanding show! Marshfield High School continues to shine through the arts, and we are proud to celebrate their hard work and achievement

Our Special Olympics bowling team crushed it at their local tournament! Every single athlete walked out with a medal — an incredible accomplishment and a testament to their hard work and heart. A huge shoutout to our 11 amazing athletes and the 8 awesome Student Council buddies who showed up, cheered loud, and supported the team every step of the way!

We had an awesome time celebrating our Marching Blue Jays with a band party full of fun, laughter, and well-earned recognition! This group has worked hard all season, and it was a joy to come together and celebrate their dedication, teamwork, and Blue Jay pride.

Workplace Wednesday: Construction Management

Students heard from MHS alum Hayden Curley, now a Construction Management major at MSU, and G.R. Stovall, President of DeWitt & Associates.

They shared what the Construction Management field is all about and the career opportunities it offers. A great learning opportunity for students exploring their future careers!

Workplace Wednesday gave students a behind-the-scenes look at what it takes to be an entrepreneur! A huge thank you to our local business owners for sharing your stories, experiences, and lessons with MHS students. Your encouragement is helping our future leaders and innovators dream big! #MJaysLegacy

Featured Entrepreneurs:

P&M Concrete – Brayden Peck & Logan McClain

KB Mowing & Powerwashing – Klayton Brooks

Marshfield Lumber – Mitch Freeman

Planet Gumball – Ella Stroup

Ruth’s Flowers – Sue Minor

Nemo Business Advisors & Marshfield Chamber of Commerce – Rob Jones

Thank you for being part of our #MJaysLegacy and showing students what Blue Jay pride looks like in action!

Congratulations to Skylee Lamkey, who qualified for the State Championships after posting a personal record. Skylee’s consistent effort and competitive spirit have led to this milestone, and we’re excited to cheer her on at State. Way to represent the Blue Jays with grit and pride, Skylee!

Our Volley Jays battled with heart and hustle — defeating Jeff City 3–1 to become District Champions!

Great job to our Varsity Girls on bringing home the 1st Place Trophy today at Lebanon!
Way to go, Blue Jays — your hard work and teamwork continue to shine!

On Tuesday, September 30, we hosted our annual College and Career Fair for juniors and seniors — and it was a huge success!

We had nearly 55 representatives on campus from 2-year and 4-year colleges, technical and trade schools, the military, and local employers. Students from Niangua, Fordland, and Conway joined our Blue Jays to explore future opportunities and make meaningful connections.

It was an incredible day of planning, dreaming, and discovering what’s next!

Ever wonder what happens on PD Mondays?

At Marshfield High School, our Department Spotlight Series gives teachers a chance to experience what happens in other departments across the district — and it’s been a hit!

The Ag Department kicked things off strong with students leading hands-on activities in soils, welding, egg grading, livestock judging, meats and dairy, and more. Our teachers were all in!

It was a day full of learning, laughter, and appreciation for the incredible skills our Ag students bring to the table.
Great job, Ag Department!

Mini Cheer Camp was a huge success—so many smiles, so much spirit, and amazing leadership from our high school cheerleaders! The future looks bright for Blue Jay cheer!

Blue Jay Legacy Honored
Recently, H was inducted into the Speech and Theatre Association of Missouri (STAM) Hall of Fame! And let’s be honest—if you’re easily recognized by just one letter, you’re kind of a big deal.

The moment was made even more special as Blue Jay alumna, former debater, and current debate coach Chasity Hance had the honor of presenting the award to him alongside Mrs. Tobin from Willard.

A proud night for Blue Jays past and present! 

Girls Golf Host a Special Visitor

Our girls golf team had a special visitor today—Russ Holden, a professional LIV Tour caddy, former professional golfer, and former Director of Golf for The Warriors Journey.

Russ shared stories from the tour, practical tips, and powerful words on mindset, resilience, and teamwork. His message was equal parts motivational and memorable, and our athletes left the session energized and inspired.

Thank you, Mr. Holden, for investing your time and passion in our students. It was an honor and a privilege to learn from you—your encouragement will carry onto the course and beyond! 

Congratulations to Melanie Skidmore , who was awarded a $1,000 grant from Seymour Bank! She put the funds to incredible use by replacing the 30 year old classroom chairs. Thanks to this grant, her students now have upgraded to these sturdy, comfortable seating. What an amazing addition for her students! 

 We are incredibly grateful to Valiant Group for their generous donation to our Building Trades program. With 21 students enrolled this year and some exciting projects ahead, these new tools and supplies will make a tremendous impact on learning.
These tools and supplies will yield a great return on investment for everyone involved. Thank you, Valiant Group, for supporting our students and helping them build skills that will last a lifetime! 

What an incredible way to start the school year at Marshfield High School! Our Blue Jays have hit the ground running, and we’re just getting started. We can’t wait to see all the amazing things our students will accomplish this year—both inside and outside the classroom.

Here’s to a year full of learning, growth, and unforgettable memories!