Kingsville R-I School District

🌟 Staff Introduction: Allison Corwin! 🌟

We are so excited to introduce our lovely FACS & Health teacher, Mrs. Allison Corwin! ❤️🖤

Mrs. Corwin brings so much enthusiasm, kindness, and heart to our school, and we are incredibly grateful to have her on our team! She does an amazing job helping our students learn important life skills, make healthy choices, and prepare for success both in and out of the classroom.

We are so lucky to have you, Mrs. Corwin! Thank you for everything you do for our students and our school family! 🐯🚀

🚍❤️ A Little Patience for Day One! ❤️🚍

Tomorrow is the FIRST DAY OF SCHOOL, and we know everyone is excited to get the year started! 🎉🐯 With that excitement comes a few reminders as we all get back into our routines.

Please be patient with bus routes, morning drop-off, and afternoon pick-up lines. It will likely take a few days for everyone to get into the groove, and that’s okay! We would much rather take our time and make sure everyone gets where they need to go safely than be in a rush.

The safety of our students and staff is always more important than being in a hurry. ❤️

Please follow the directions of our staff, be patient with one another, and give yourself a little extra time tomorrow. We appreciate your understanding and cooperation as we work through the first few days together!

📚 A few important times to remember:
• Students may begin arriving at 7:30 AM (especially if they plan to eat breakfast).
• Classes begin at 7:50 AM.
• Dismissal begins at 3:15 PM.
• All dismissal changes must be called into the front office at 816-597-3422 by 2:00 PM each day.

Thank you for helping us make the first days of school safe, smooth, and successful! We are SO excited to welcome our Tigers back tomorrow! 🐯🚀❤️

Let’s have a GREAT first day!

🌟 STAFF INTRODUCTION — 2026-2027! 🌟

Today’s staff introduction goes to someone who is truly one of a kind—our 2025-2026 Faculty Member of the Year, Mr. Joey Hanes! 🐯❤️🖤

Mr. Hanes brings so much talent, dedication, positivity, and heart to our school each and every day. We are incredibly blessed to have you as part of our district, and we truly cannot think of a more deserving person for this award!

Thank you, Mr. Hanes, for all you do for our students, our staff, and our school community. We are so lucky to have you! 🎉

Help us welcome Mr. Hanes to another great school year! 🚀📚

🌟 STAFF INTRODUCTION! 🌟

Today we are excited to introduce the wonderful Mrs. Stephanie Smith, our fantastic 5th & 6th Grade Math and Science Teacher! 🐯📚🔬

Mrs. Smith brings so much knowledge, energy, and dedication to our elementary classrooms. We are incredibly lucky to have her helping our Tigers grow their math skills, explore the world of science, and become confident learners! ❤️🖤🤍

Please join us in welcoming and celebrating Mrs. Smith as we blast off into another amazing school year! 🚀✨

🎉 A HUGE shout-out to Homes by Darcy! 🎉

Thank you so much for providing our staff with some back-to-school treats! 🍪💙 Your kindness and generosity helped make the start of our school year extra special!

We are so grateful for community partners like you who support our staff and school! Thank you, Homes by Darcy! 🐯❤️

🌟 STAFF INTRODUCTION: MRS. AMANDA SCHOENHERR 🌟

We are excited for our next staff introduction with our Elementary Principal, Mrs. Amanda Schoenherr! 🐯🚀

Mrs. Schoenherr is passionate about creating a school where every student feels safe, supported, valued, and excited to learn. She loves building relationships with students and families, supporting teachers, and finding new ways to make Kingsville Elementary a place where our Tigers can truly Blast Off into Learning! 🌎✨

When she isn't busy cheering on our students and staff, Mrs. Schoenherr enjoys spending time with her family, reading a good book, drinking coffee, and spending time with her family. ❤️

We are so proud to announce our incredible August Staff Member of the Month — Ms. Angie Nichols! ❤️🖤

Ms. Nichols is truly the cream to our cheese when it comes to technology! 💻🧀 We honestly don’t know where we would be without her! From keeping our technology running smoothly to helping students and staff navigate all things tech, Angie is always willing to jump in, troubleshoot, and lend a helping hand.

Thank you, Ms. Nichols, for everything you do for our students and adults alike! Your hard work, patience, and dedication make such a difference every single day.

Congratulations, Angie! We are so lucky to have you on our team! 🐯❤️🖤

Meet the Teacher Night + Meet the Tigers! 🐯

We can't wait to welcome our Tigers and families back for an exciting evening on Monday, August 24!

📚 Meet the Teacher Night | 5:00–6:30 PM
There will be several helpful stations set up in the Multi-Purpose Room, so be sure to stop in and check them out!

📋 Schedule Updates:
Miss Lockard will be in the Multi-Purpose Room distributing updated schedules for 7th, 9th, and 12th grade students.

🚌 ECCO Ride:
Our new bus company, ECCO Ride, will be set up in the hallway to meet with families, answer questions, and provide information about new bus routes and updated pick-up and drop-off times.

🐯 Meet the Tigers | 6:30 PM
Join us in the Sears Gymnasium for Meet the Tigers! Come show your Tiger spirit and help us kick off an amazing new school year!

We can't wait to see our Tigers and families as we kick off the 2026–2027 school year! ❤️🖤🤍

STAFF INTRODUCTION: MS. WALLACE! 🚀

Our next staff introduction for the 2026–2027 school year goes to the fabulous Ms. Wallace, our Secondary Principal! 🐯🖤❤️

Ms. Wallace is a wonderful leader, advocate, and champion for our students and staff. We are so lucky to have her helping lead our Tigers and making Kingsville R-1 an amazing place to learn and grow!

We are excited for another great year with you, Ms. Wallace! Thank you for all you do for our school family! 🌟

Help us give Ms. Wallace a big Kingsville Tiger welcome as we BLAST OFF into another great school year! 🚀🐯

🌟 OUR FIRST STAFF INTRODUCTION OF THE 2026–2027 SCHOOL YEAR! 🌟

We couldn’t think of a better person to kick things off than our 2025–2026 Staff Member of the Year—Mrs. Linda Duncan! ❤️🖤

Mrs. Duncan is one of those people who makes Kingsville Elementary a better place simply by being here. She is kind, dependable, hardworking, caring, and always willing to go above and beyond for our students, families, and staff. She is often one of the first smiling faces you see when you walk through our doors, and she has a way of making everyone feel welcome and cared for. 🐯

We are incredibly blessed to have Mrs. Duncan as part of our Kingsville Tiger family, and we are so excited to celebrate her as we blast off into another amazing school year! 🚀🌎✨

Help us give a HUGE WELCOME BACK & CONGRATULATIONS to Mrs. Linda Duncan! 🎉

We are so lucky to have you, Mrs. Duncan! ❤️🖤🐯

Senior Sunrise is August 28th at 6:15am at the Kingsville Ballpark!

We would love to add your family photo to the "Our Kingsville Family" display. If you sent one last year it's still up, but we would love an updated picture! Please bring photos to Back to School Night or during the first week of school. You can also email a picture to tjones@kingsville.k12.mo.us.

We also have a mail delivery service in the elementary. If you would like your child to receive a letter from you during the first week, you can put it in the mailbox at the bottom of the elementary ramp. Please include the child's name and grade.

🍎 Free & Reduced Lunch Applications are ready!

We had a small glitch in TeacherEase, but it’s fixed and good to go! ✅ A new application is required every year.

📱 TeacherEase: Miscellaneous > Free-Reduced Lunch Application
📲 Scan the attached QR code
📝 Or stop by the school for a paper copy

Please complete yours today! 💙

🧸🎁 FREE TOY GIVE-A-WAY! 🎁🧸
We’re excited to spread a little extra JOY to families in our community! 💜
Good360, Toys for Tots, and Manna Harvest, Inc. are coming together to provide FREE TOYS for Johnson County children! 🎉
📅 Saturday, August 15, 2026
⏰ 9:00 AM – 1:00 PM
📍 Life Church of the Nazarene
603 E Hale Lake Rd
Warrensburg, MO
✨ Children MUST be present to receive toys.
🎁 Limit of 3 toys per child.
There is no cost—just come out and let your kiddos pick out something special! ❤️
📣 PLEASE SHARE, SHARE, SHARE! Help us spread the word so Johnson County families know about this opportunity!
💜 Manna Harvest, Inc.
❤️ Toys for Tots
💚 Good360
#MannaHarvest #JohnsonCountyMO #WarrensburgMO #FreeToyGiveaway #ToysForTots #Good360 #CommunityHelpingCommunity

⭐️ A huge shout out to our hardworking custodial staff over the summer- the building looks great!! ⭐️

🌟 Faculty Member of the Month – July 🌟

Please join us in congratulating Mrs. Megan Swinney-Yokley, our July Faculty Member of the Month! ❤️🖤

Mrs. Yokley is an exceptional educator who goes above and beyond to make science come alive for her students. From engaging hands-on activities and exciting experiments to connecting lessons with real-world experiences, she creates a classroom where curiosity is encouraged, questions are welcomed, and learning is meaningful.

While her passion for science is evident every day, what truly sets Mrs. Yokley apart is her unwavering commitment to her students. She is a fierce advocate for kids, a trusted mentor, and a positive role model who believes in every student's potential. She takes the time to build relationships, encourage confidence, and inspire students to become the very best versions of themselves.

Mrs. Yokley doesn't just teach science—she helps shape future leaders, critical thinkers, and compassionate individuals. Her dedication, kindness, and genuine care for our students make a lasting impact that reaches far beyond the classroom.

We are incredibly blessed to have Mrs. Yokley as part of the Kingsville R-I School District family. Thank you for your passion, your leadership, and the countless ways you make a difference in the lives of our students every day.

🐯 Congratulations, Mrs. Yokley, on being our July Faculty Member of the Month! We are proud to celebrate you! 🎉

🎉 Staff Member of the Month – July 🎉

Please join us in congratulating Mrs. Caren Haldiman, our July Staff Member of the Month! ❤️🖤

Mrs. Caren does so much more than prepare meals—she helps nourish the hearts of our students every single day. Whether she's greeting students with a smile, making sure every child has a warm meal, or quietly stepping in to help wherever she's needed, her kindness and dedication never go unnoticed.

She genuinely cares about our students and works hard to ensure they are well-fed, cared for, and ready to learn. Her compassion, positive attitude, and servant's heart make a difference in the lives of so many children and families each day.

The Kingsville R-I School District is a better place because of Mrs. Caren, and we are incredibly grateful for everything she does behind the scenes to support our students and staff.

💙 Thank you, Mrs. Caren, for your hard work, your caring spirit, and the love you pour into our Tiger family. We appreciate you more than words can say!

🐯 Congratulations on being our July Staff Member of the Month! 🎉