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This week ECLC staff put on a professional development training for our Ecco Ride bus drivers that serve ECLC students. Drivers learned about our Positive Behavior Intervention Supports (PBIS) program used on campus. They were taught how to build positive relationships and discourage inappropriate behaviors on the buses using the same methods our ECLC teachers use in our classrooms. This is a great collaboration between ECLC and their Ecco Ride drivers!
![Positive Behavior Interventions and Supports on the Bus Bulletin Board](https://core-docs.s3.amazonaws.com/kirksville_r-iii_school_district_ar/live_feed_image/image/6364227/large_IMG_7057.jpg)
![Drivers in training on PBIS](https://core-docs.s3.amazonaws.com/kirksville_r-iii_school_district_ar/live_feed_image/image/6364223/large_IMG_7060.jpg)
![Drivers in class.](https://core-docs.s3.amazonaws.com/kirksville_r-iii_school_district_ar/live_feed_image/image/6364226/large_IMG_7059.jpg)
![ECLC teachers putting on the training.](https://core-docs.s3.amazonaws.com/kirksville_r-iii_school_district_ar/live_feed_image/image/6364224/large_IMG_7061.jpg)
![Bags and handouts for drivers.](https://core-docs.s3.amazonaws.com/kirksville_r-iii_school_district_ar/live_feed_image/image/6364225/large_IMG_7056.jpg)
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This Roar of Applause goes to Annie Shields! She is a first grade teacher at KPS. Thank you Mrs. Shields for building those very important relationships with each of your students. Join us in congratulating Annie for this "ROAR!" ππ
#kvtigers #kvproud #welovekirksville
![A coworker shared: Annie goes above and beyond each day to provide a positive learning environment for her students. She builds relationships with each of her students and ensures they are getting their needs met. Annie is a team player with her colleagues at KPS. She is always willing to lend a helping hand.](https://core-docs.s3.amazonaws.com/kirksville_r-iii_school_district_ar/live_feed_image/image/6353512/large_Applause_Annie_Shields.png)
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This Roar of Applause goes to Sarah Findling! She is a third grade teacher at RME. Thank you Ms. Findling for helping our students realize that they can make a difference in the community. Join us in congratulating Sarah for this "ROAR!" ππ
#kvtigers #kvproud #welovekirksville
![This Roar of Applause goes to Sarah Findling! She is a third grade teacher at RME. Thank you Ms. Findling for helping our students realize that they can make a difference in their community. Join us in congratulating Sarah for this "ROAR!" ππ
#kvtigers #kvproud #welovekirksville](https://core-docs.s3.amazonaws.com/kirksville_r-iii_school_district_ar/live_feed_image/image/6343405/large_Roar_of_Applause_Sarah_Findling.png)
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Tigers, don't forget to wear red tomorrow 12/6 in support of La Plata Schools! You can also donate to "Bucks for Bulldogs" in each building's office through Friday. #kvtigers #kvproud #bulldogstrong #welovekirksville
![KV Pride by La Plataβs Side. Wear Red Wed., Dec. 6. βBucks for Bulldogsβ Cash donations will also be accepted At Each KVR-3 Building Office Wed.-Fri.](https://core-docs.s3.amazonaws.com/kirksville_r-iii_school_district_ar/live_feed_image/image/6313952/large_Wear_Red_Insta.png)
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KV Pride by La Plata's Side...on Wednesday, December 6th all KV Tiger students and staff are encouraged to wear red in support of the LP Bulldogs. Cash donations will also be accepted in our building offices Wed-Fri. #kvtigers #kvproud #welovekirksville
![This Wednesday, December 6th, we encourage all students and staff to wear red to show your support. Cash donations will also be accepted to help the La Plata Elementary staff and students get back on their feet. βBucksβ will be collected in each KVR-3 building office through Friday afternoon.](https://core-docs.s3.amazonaws.com/kirksville_r-iii_school_district_ar/live_feed_image/image/6299250/large_KV_Pride_by_LP_s_Side.png)
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Today, December 2, 2023 is National Special Education Day. #kvtigers #kvproud #welovekirksville
![For students Kindergarten-eligible through twelfth grade, special education services are provided by a wide array of professionals within the Kirksville R-III School District. These professionals include special education teachers, speech/language pathologists and occupational/physical therapists. Services are available for students with: Intellectual Disabilities Visual Impairments/Blindness Multiple Disabilities Specific Learning Disabilities Emotional Disturbance Speech and Language Impairment Traumatic Brain Injury Autism Orthopedic Impairment Deaf/Blindness Other Health Impairments Hearing Impairment and Deafness Young Child with a Developmental Delay](https://core-docs.s3.amazonaws.com/kirksville_r-iii_school_district_ar/live_feed_image/image/6271264/large_Special_Education_Day.png)
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Excellent opportunity for our community from CAPNEMO:
CAPNEMO is very excited to be a part of the Affordable Connectivity Program that allows families or individuals the opportunity to receive a free tablet with internet included that would last for 5 YEARS! This was designed to ensure that low-income households can have access to the internet for work, education, healthcare and more. There are multiple ways you may be eligible and we encourage everyone to visit the enrollment page to see if you may qualify. If you need any assistance applying, please call us at 660-665-9855 or stop by our office.
You can scan the QR code on the flyer or visit the following link to see if you qualify and apply: https://myacpinternet.com/capnemohs
![CAPNEMO Affordable Connectivity Flyer. Free tablet & internet. You qualify if you receive: Medicaid, SNAP, SSI, Free and reduced lunch, veterans pension, or any other related eligibility programs. Call 660-665-9855](https://core-docs.s3.amazonaws.com/kirksville_r-iii_school_district_ar/live_feed_image/image/6265581/large_Link_ACP_Flyer.png)
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Reminder to all of the R-III: all Kirksville schools will dismiss two hours early on Friday, December 1, 2023. Students will still have a cafeteria lunch time at school before dismissal.
Please be mindful of walking students and those flashing bus lights earlier in the afternoon than usual! Thank you!
![Don't forget: school will be dismissed 2 hours early tomorrow, Friday, December 1, 2023.](https://core-docs.s3.amazonaws.com/kirksville_r-iii_school_district_ar/live_feed_image/image/6257028/large_Reminder__5_.png)
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Our KHS Chamber Choir will be performing at 7:30 pm tomorrow, Friday, December 1, 2023 at Truman State's A Very Happy Holiday concert event in Ophelia Parrish Performance Hall. Tickets are available online and at the door.
![Truman State Department of Music Presents: A Very Happy Holiday Concert 2023 at 7:30 pm Friday, December 1, 2023.](https://core-docs.s3.amazonaws.com/kirksville_r-iii_school_district_ar/live_feed_image/image/6256890/large_Truman_Holiday_Concert_23.png)
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We are looking for an evening custodian/maintenance person at William Matthew Middle School! This is a 12-month, full-time position. We offer competitive pay, benefits, paid time off, and retirement. Come join our team! See the full job description and apply here: https://kirksville.tedk12.com/hire/index.aspx Please share, cross-post, and tag people. Feel free to ask questions in comments!
![Position Includes: 12-month, year round contract Excellent benefit options: health, life, dental, vision Annually awarded PTO, vacation days, and an additional ten paid holidays PEERS/PSRS Retirement Apply online today!](https://core-docs.s3.amazonaws.com/kirksville_r-iii_school_district_ar/live_feed_image/image/6254394/large_We_Are_Hiring_WMMS_Custodian.png)
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This Roar of Applause goes to Tracy Mathews! She is an assistant teacher at the ECLC. Thank you Ms. Tracy for being a positive asset and staying flexible. Join us in congratulating Tracy for this "ROAR!" ππ
#kvtigers #kvproud #welovekirksville
![A coworker shared: The ECLC appreciates your positive attitude and flexibility to learn different behavioral techniques with diverse students. Keep your smile and warm personality flowing!](https://core-docs.s3.amazonaws.com/kirksville_r-iii_school_district_ar/live_feed_image/image/6232982/large_Roar_of_Applause_Tracy_Mathews.png)
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This Roar of Applause goes to Mrs. Stacie Hudson! She is an occupational therapist working with preschoolers at the ECLC. Thank you Ms. Stacie for bringing all of your varied know-how to work every day. Join us in congratulating Stacie for this "ROAR!" ππ
#kvtigers #kvproud #welovekirksville
![A coworker shared: Stacie has so many appreciated skills. Where do we start? She has expertise in many areas: gardening, cookie making and decorating, training, leadership in many of our team meetings. Of course she has the skills of an excellent occupational therapist, and is a good friend to many throughout the district. We are blessed to have Stacie on our Tiger Team!](https://core-docs.s3.amazonaws.com/kirksville_r-iii_school_district_ar/live_feed_image/image/6232740/large_Roar_of_Applause_Stacie_Hudson.png)
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Just a reminder to save these dates!
#kvtigers #kvproud
![Just a reminder to save these dates! #kvtigers #kvproud](https://core-docs.s3.amazonaws.com/live_feed_image/image/5161902/large_NlPLFDvAVBAYyFLEIOdtUA.png)
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Great things are happening in our music department! KHS Band Director Brad Hudson is pleased to share that seven students qualified for Northeast Missouri District Band. The district band event was held earlier this month at Truman State University. Congrats to Mr. Hudson and these band students!
![Great things are happening in our music department! KHS Band Director Brad Hudson is pleased to share that seven students students qualified for Northeast Missouri District Band. The district band event was held earlier this month at Truman State University. Congrats to Mr. Hudson and these band students!](https://core-docs.s3.amazonaws.com/kirksville_r-iii_school_district_ar/live_feed_image/image/6223176/large_District_Band_Press_Release_2023-24__3_.jpg)
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This Roar of Applause goes to Matt Stief! He is our district-wide technology coordinator. Thank you Matt for managing technology, info systems, and internet connections for almost 3000 students and staff. Join us in congratulating Matt for this "ROAR!" ππ
#kvtigers #kvproud #welovekirksville
![This ROAR is a huge Tony the Tiger sized "RAWR" to thank Matt for his "GREAT" dedication to the district, keeping our internet and other IT challenges in check! Thanks Matt!](https://core-docs.s3.amazonaws.com/kirksville_r-iii_school_district_ar/live_feed_image/image/6208884/large_Roar_of_Applause_Matt_Stief__1_.png)
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Enjoy the next days of family, fun, food, football, shopping, thankfulness, and hopefully rest! Classes in the Kirksville R-III School District will not be in session November 22-24, 2023 for Thanksgiving break. #kvtigers #kvproud #welovekirksville
![Don't forget reminder: no school Wednesday, Thursday, or Friday, November 22-24, 2023.](https://core-docs.s3.amazonaws.com/live_feed_image/image/6179984/large_Reminder__4_.png)
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This "Roar of Applause" goes to Annie Ross! She is a LEAP teacher at the ECLC. Thank you Mrs. Annie for spreading your positivity! Join us in congratulating Annie for this "Roar of Applause." ππ
#kvtigers #kvproud #welovekirksville
![MrsAnnie](https://core-docs.s3.amazonaws.com/live_feed_image/image/6111991/large_Roar_of_Applause_Annie_Ross.png)
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American Education Week, also referred to as National Education Week, has been officially celebrated since 1921. It is a week to honor public education in our country, states, and communities. It is typically designated as the week before Thanksgiving, and is used to celebrate all of the people and programs involved in public education.
We are proud of the educational system that we call the Kirksville R-III School District--this week and every week! #kvtigers #kvproud #welovekirksville
![American Education Week, November 17-23, 2023](https://core-docs.s3.amazonaws.com/live_feed_image/image/6131336/large_American_Education_Week_2023.png)
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This "Roar of Applause" goes to Kendra Stearman and Trista Hale! Kendra is the Spanish teacher and Trista is the FACS teacher, both are at WMMS. Thank you Mrs. Stearman and Mrs. Hale for making our new-to-district teachers feel at home! Join us in congratulating Kendra and Trista on this "Roar of Applause." ππ
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Thank you Officer Rich Harden for you service to our district as our SRO.
![School Resource Appreciation, Our district is safer thanks to you your dedicated service!](https://core-docs.s3.amazonaws.com/live_feed_image/image/6114657/large_SRO_Appreciation_Day_2023.png)
![Officer Rich Harden, SRO](https://core-docs.s3.amazonaws.com/live_feed_image/image/6114656/large_SRO.jpg)