Has your child talked about UFLI?
The University of Florida Literacy Institute (UFLI) Foundations program is a research-based approach to teaching reading and spelling.
The program helps children master the foundational skills for reading and writing through a deliberate, step-by-step process.
Your child will learn how to:
Connect letters and sounds: Students learn to automatically recognize the sound that each letter or letter combination (grapheme) represents.
Blend sounds to read: They practice combining individual sounds to read entire words, a process called decoding.
Break apart words to spell: Students also learn to break a word down into its individual sounds to be able to spell it correctly (encoding).
Master "irregular" words: The program explicitly teaches words that don't follow typical phonetic rules, like "said" or "come." These are sometimes called "heart words".
Read and write connected text: The ultimate goal is for students to apply their new skills to read sentences and passages
If you would like to check out some parent resources, here is the link!
https://ufli.education.ufl.edu/resources/parent/primary/
The University of Florida Literacy Institute (UFLI) Foundations program is a research-based approach to teaching reading and spelling.
The program helps children master the foundational skills for reading and writing through a deliberate, step-by-step process.
Your child will learn how to:
Connect letters and sounds: Students learn to automatically recognize the sound that each letter or letter combination (grapheme) represents.
Blend sounds to read: They practice combining individual sounds to read entire words, a process called decoding.
Break apart words to spell: Students also learn to break a word down into its individual sounds to be able to spell it correctly (encoding).
Master "irregular" words: The program explicitly teaches words that don't follow typical phonetic rules, like "said" or "come." These are sometimes called "heart words".
Read and write connected text: The ultimate goal is for students to apply their new skills to read sentences and passages
If you would like to check out some parent resources, here is the link!
https://ufli.education.ufl.edu/resources/parent/primary/
🌟 Staff Spotlight 🌟
Today we are shining a light on Mrs. Taylor our incredibly gifted MS/HS ELA Teacher here at Kingsville R-1!
Today we are shining a light on Mrs. Taylor our incredibly gifted MS/HS ELA Teacher here at Kingsville R-1!
Thank you to all of our grandparents that came to celebrate Grandparents' Day on Friday! We hope that you all had a great time. ❤️
🏀🏀🏀 Please come support our Kingsville Basketball boys on September 30th from 5:00-9:00pm at Johnny's Tavern in Lee's Summit. Funds will be used towards a trip to Illinois- thanks in advance for your support! 🏀🏀🏀
🌟 Staff Spotlight 🌟
Today we are shining a light on Coach Sisk our fun loving K-12 PE Teacher here at Kingsville R-1!
Today we are shining a light on Coach Sisk our fun loving K-12 PE Teacher here at Kingsville R-1!
Attention Sports Spectators:
Please do not park at the front entrance of the school, as this area is designated as a bus loading and unloading zone. Ample parking is available in the front lot as well as in the lot across the street.
Thank you for your cooperation and for supporting our student athletes.
Go Tigers! 🐾
Please do not park at the front entrance of the school, as this area is designated as a bus loading and unloading zone. Ample parking is available in the front lot as well as in the lot across the street.
Thank you for your cooperation and for supporting our student athletes.
Go Tigers! 🐾
🌟 Staff Spotlight 🌟
Today we are shining a light on Mrs. Brown our incredible Special Education Director here at Kingsville R-1!
Today we are shining a light on Mrs. Brown our incredible Special Education Director here at Kingsville R-1!
Save the Date!
Elementary Career Day Invitation
Elementary Career Day is coming soon!
📅 Date: Thursday, October 10th
⏰ Time: 1:00–3:00 PM
We are looking for volunteers who would be interested in sharing their careers with our K-6 students. If you would like to participate, please contact Molly Loveall at mloveall@kingsville.k12.mo.us
Thank you in advance for your time and dedication to helping our students learn more about future career opportunities!
Elementary Career Day is coming soon!
📅 Date: Thursday, October 10th
⏰ Time: 1:00–3:00 PM
We are looking for volunteers who would be interested in sharing their careers with our K-6 students. If you would like to participate, please contact Molly Loveall at mloveall@kingsville.k12.mo.us
Thank you in advance for your time and dedication to helping our students learn more about future career opportunities!
🌟 Staff Spotlight 🌟
Today we are shining a light on Mrs. Anderson our awesome 3rd grade teacher here at Kingsville R-1!
Today we are shining a light on Mrs. Anderson our awesome 3rd grade teacher here at Kingsville R-1!
📸✨ Celebrating the pride of El Salvador’s Independence Day in style! 💙🤍💙
Andrea Lopez shines today, dressed in traditional Salvadoran attire, as she honors the rich culture, history, and spirit of her homeland. 🌸🥁🎶
💙🤍 From the vibrant colors to the beautiful traditions, this day reminds us of unity, freedom, and heritage.
¡Feliz Día de la Independencia, El Salvador! 🎉
#ElSalvador #Independencia #OrgulloSalvadoreño #15deSeptiembre #CulturaSalvadoreña
Andrea Lopez shines today, dressed in traditional Salvadoran attire, as she honors the rich culture, history, and spirit of her homeland. 🌸🥁🎶
💙🤍 From the vibrant colors to the beautiful traditions, this day reminds us of unity, freedom, and heritage.
¡Feliz Día de la Independencia, El Salvador! 🎉
#ElSalvador #Independencia #OrgulloSalvadoreño #15deSeptiembre #CulturaSalvadoreña
🌟 Staff Spotlight 🌟
Today we are shining a light on Mrs. Groves , our fantastic Kindergarten teacher here at Kingsville R-1!
Today we are shining a light on Mrs. Groves , our fantastic Kindergarten teacher here at Kingsville R-1!
📚✨ Book Fair Shopping Night is coming! Join us on Wednesday, 9/17, from 5:00–6:30 PM in the library to explore great reads and support our school. 📖🛍️
👉 https://www.scholastic.com/bf/kingsvilleelementaryschool5
👉 https://www.scholastic.com/bf/kingsvilleelementaryschool5
Kindergarten had a BLAST at their very first FIELD DAY!
KINGSVILLE BAND ROCKED IT at the Holden Fair parade yesterday!! Great job!
🌟 Staff Spotlight 🌟
Today we are shining a light on Mr. Hanes , our one of a kind K-12 Music Teacher and Band Director here at Kingsville R-1!
Today we are shining a light on Mr. Hanes , our one of a kind K-12 Music Teacher and Band Director here at Kingsville R-1!
🌟 September Staff Member & Faculty Member of the Month Recognition 🌟
We are thrilled to celebrate two incredible individuals who go above and beyond each and every day for our students, staff, and school community.
💻 Staff Member of the Month: Angie Nichols
Angie is the heart and soul of our technology program. As our Technology Director, she consistently ensures that everything runs smoothly behind the scenes—often before anyone even realizes there was a problem to solve. Angie’s patience, knowledge, and willingness to support both staff and students is unmatched. Whether it’s troubleshooting a tough tech issue, introducing new tools to enhance learning, or simply lending a listening ear, Angie approaches every challenge with positivity and determination. Her tireless efforts make teaching and learning in our building seamless, and her kind spirit makes her a joy to work with. We are so grateful for the countless ways Angie strengthens our school every day!
💙 Faculty Member of the Month: Karlie Cederquist
Karlie is a shining example of dedication, compassion, and professionalism in her role as our K–12 School Counselor. She has a natural gift for connecting with students of all ages, meeting them exactly where they are, and helping them navigate both their academic and personal journeys. Karlie is a constant source of encouragement and guidance, not only for students but for staff and families as well. She advocates fiercely for what’s best for kids and ensures that every student feels seen, supported, and valued. Her positive energy, problem-solving mindset, and genuine care for others are woven into everything she does. Karlie’s impact extends far beyond the walls of her office—she is truly a cornerstone of our school culture.
👏 Please join us in celebrating Angie Nichols and Karlie Cederquist—two outstanding professionals who make our school stronger, kinder, and better every single day. We are beyond lucky to have them on our team!
We are thrilled to celebrate two incredible individuals who go above and beyond each and every day for our students, staff, and school community.
💻 Staff Member of the Month: Angie Nichols
Angie is the heart and soul of our technology program. As our Technology Director, she consistently ensures that everything runs smoothly behind the scenes—often before anyone even realizes there was a problem to solve. Angie’s patience, knowledge, and willingness to support both staff and students is unmatched. Whether it’s troubleshooting a tough tech issue, introducing new tools to enhance learning, or simply lending a listening ear, Angie approaches every challenge with positivity and determination. Her tireless efforts make teaching and learning in our building seamless, and her kind spirit makes her a joy to work with. We are so grateful for the countless ways Angie strengthens our school every day!
💙 Faculty Member of the Month: Karlie Cederquist
Karlie is a shining example of dedication, compassion, and professionalism in her role as our K–12 School Counselor. She has a natural gift for connecting with students of all ages, meeting them exactly where they are, and helping them navigate both their academic and personal journeys. Karlie is a constant source of encouragement and guidance, not only for students but for staff and families as well. She advocates fiercely for what’s best for kids and ensures that every student feels seen, supported, and valued. Her positive energy, problem-solving mindset, and genuine care for others are woven into everything she does. Karlie’s impact extends far beyond the walls of her office—she is truly a cornerstone of our school culture.
👏 Please join us in celebrating Angie Nichols and Karlie Cederquist—two outstanding professionals who make our school stronger, kinder, and better every single day. We are beyond lucky to have them on our team!
Sunday September 14th: Kids Health Expo
🌟 Staff Spotlight 🌟
Today we are shining a light on Mr. Polson , our newest member of the Kingsville R-1 School District! Mr. Polson is our Athletic/Activities Director and teaches business classes. 🏀🏈⚾🥎
Today we are shining a light on Mr. Polson , our newest member of the Kingsville R-1 School District! Mr. Polson is our Athletic/Activities Director and teaches business classes. 🏀🏈⚾🥎
We can't wait for our fun day in the sun tomorrow!
