Summer School 2026
Starstruck & KOLR 10
Summer school may be over, but we're still smiling about the memories!
Our Starstruck class had an amazing day exploring KOLR-10! Students toured the newsroom, recording studio, and control room, watched a live news broadcast, met news personalities and meteorologists, and even checked out the Storm Tracker vehicle.
The day wrapped up with lunch at the park and, of course, a well-earned stop at Pineapple Whip. What a fun way to learn and make lasting memories!
Outdoor Adventures - Triathlon
Congratulations to our Outdoor Adventures Summer School Triathlon Champions! These Blue Jays put their determination, endurance, and positive attitude on full display as they competed in this exciting summer challenge. From start to finish, they gave it their all and showed what it means to work hard and have fun along the way! Way to go, champions!
Starstruck
Bravo to our Starstruck summer school students for putting on two fantastic Reader's Theater performances!
Incoming 5th and 6th graders entertained their summer school peers with three hilarious fractured fairy tales:
Cinder-really
Not-Rumplestilskin
Little Red Boxer Shorts
To make the performances even more special, students brought or created all of their own props! It was a wonderful showcase of creativity, teamwork, and confidence on stage. Great job, Blue Jays!
Route 66 Road Trip
Our Junior High students spent the day exploring historic Route 66, visiting several iconic landmarks and learning about the rich history of America's Mother Road. From classic roadside attractions to scenic stops along the way, it was a day full of learning, memories, and fun!
REALL Simulation
Our 7th and 8th grade students recently participated in the REALL program, a hands-on experience that challenged them to think about how their choices today can impact their future. Through interactive simulations, students explored decision-making, personal responsibility, and life planning. A big thank you to our partners for providing this valuable opportunity for our Blue Jays!
Kangaroo Fun
Mrs. Lowder, Mrs. McDowell, and Ms. Cardoza’s classes enjoyed a trip to Joey’s Frozen Custard, where they got up close with kangaroos and cooled off with some delicious frozen custard. A perfect way to beat the summer heat!
Making Summer School Waves
Summer school students in Mrs. McCormick and Mrs. Detherow’s classes had a shell-ebration of learning thanks to a special presentation from our very own Ms. Beth! Students explored an amazing collection of seashells and ocean creatures from around the world. One of the highlights was hearing a real conch shell in action as Ms. Beth demonstrated how people once used it to communicate long before phones existed.
Hunter Safety Course
Blue Jay Summer School Hunter Education Success!
Our Hunter Education course had 53 students participate this summer, and we're proud to share that 51 students successfully earned their hunter education certification!
Students learned firearm safety, wildlife conservation, ethical hunting practices, and outdoor responsibility while completing Missouri's hunter education requirements.
Congratulations to all of our participants on this outstanding achievement!
Outdoor Adventures & Wild Wonders
Students in our Outdoor Adventures & Wild Wonders summer school class recently participated in a Tick Safety presentation provided by the Webster County Health Unit. Through this community partnership, students learned how to stay safe while exploring the outdoors and enjoying all the adventures summer has to offer. Thank you to the Webster County Health Unit for helping our students learn practical skills that can keep them healthy and safe.
Summer Fun at Massey Park
Recently, our summer school students spent time exploring Del Massey Park, a special place with a meaningful story. When community member Del Massey passed away, he left his homesite to "the children of Marshfield." Today, the park that bears his name stands as a lasting reminder of his generosity, his belief in young people, and his commitment to our community. He was respected during his lifetime, and his legacy continues to impact generations of Blue Jays.
Triathletes Hit the Field
What an amazing experience for our Summer School Triathletes! Recently, these students had the opportunity to take the field at the Springfield Cardinals stadium, creating memories they won't soon forget.
Route 66 and Community
These students are learning that small acts of service can make a big impact.
Recently, Tresa Davis's summer school class helped clean up trash at the Marshfield Fairgrounds and North Park, taking pride in helping keep our community beautiful. The class also visited the new Route 66 gas station, which was installed as part of this year's celebration of the historic highway's anniversary.
We love seeing our Blue Jays learning, exploring, and making a difference this summer!
StoryQuest
StoryQuest Summer School welcomed a special guest reader! Officer Joshua Burris stopped by to share one of his favorite books, Officer Buckle and Gloria, with our students. A huge thank you to Officer Burris for taking time out of his busy day to help inspire a love of reading!
First Impact
These high school summer school students participated in the First Impact program, a FREE evidence-based traffic safety course designed to help teen drivers and their parents better understand Missouri’s Graduated Driver License (GDL) law.
Led by trained law enforcement officers and facilitators, students learned about safe driving habits, the risks facing new drivers, and the important role parents play in helping teens develop safe driving skills.
From reading and math to real-world life lessons like driver safety, our students are gaining valuable knowledge and skills every day this summer!