March 10, 2023

Willard Public Schools Board of Education Candidate Forum Hosted by the Willard Professional Teacher Organizations

Willard Public Schools Board of Education Candidate Forum Hosted by the Willard Professional Teacher Organizations


In conjunction with MSTA and NEA, our Willard CTA will be hosting a Board Of Education Forum ahead of the board elections in April. You can find a list of candidates below:



  • Jason Dixon
  • Sutton Berry
  • Lacee Blunt
  • Eric L. Wilkins
  • Curtis Martin
  • Wes Burrell


The Board Forum will take place on Thursday, March 30th at 6:00 p.m. in the Willard Middle School Upper Gym. The Board of Education Election date is April 4, 2023.

WHS Basketball Teams Wrap Up Seasons

WHS Basketball Teams Wrap Up Seasons


Last week our boys and girls basketball team both wrapped up the 2022-2023 season.


Our boys completed the year with a 9-18 record, and our girls finished with a record of 10-16.

Junior Drew Quinlan and Senior Cooper Wilken received 3rd Team All-Conference recognition. Girls All-Conference awards have not been announced yet, nor has all-district honors.


We are proud of each of these student athletes for the way they represented Willard schools this season!

School Board Appreciation Month

School Board Appreciation Month


We are beyond grateful for our Board of Education and their continued commitment to our district's mission, students, and staff. These members volunteer countless hours of their time to invest in our school district. We will recognize and celebrate our board members throughout March in celebration of School Board Appreciation Month! Be sure to thank our board members for all they do to help move our district forward by sending them a digital postcard!

Thank a Board Member

Spring Break Next Week

Spring Break Next Week


As a reminder, after early dismissal today we will not return until Monday, March 20, 2023! Additionally, today is the end of the quarter. Enjoy your Spring Break!


2023 WHS Graduation Information

2023 WHS Graduation Information


Graduation is right around the corner, so we wanted to share some preliminary details with you!


Graduation tickets are not required! Students may invite as many friends and family as they would like. Graduation will take place on Sunday, May 14th at 3:00 p.m. at Great Southern Bank Arena located at 685 South John Q Hammons Parkway, Springfield, MO 65807. Doors will open at 2:00 p.m., Seniors will begin check-in at 1:30 p.m. at Hammons behind the arena.

2023 - 2024 Willard Pre-Kindergarten Screening Dates

If your student is four or five years old and intends to enter kindergarten next school year, please explore our pre-kindergarten opportunities.


Overview

Our tuition-based pre-k has a home in each of our five elementary buildings. Students attend all day, five days per week, and follow the district calendar. Students will experience all aspects of school—including special area classes like art, music, and P.E., taught by certified teachers—fully preparing learners socially and academically for kindergarten.


Tuition

Tuition is based on your student's free and reduced lunch status. If you qualify for free or reduced lunch pricing, tuition is waived. If you qualify as full-pay lunch pricing, tuition is $450/monthly.


2023 Screening Dates

  • Willard North Elementary: April 12, 2023
  • Willard South Elementary: April 18, 2023
  • Willard Orchard Hills Elementary: April 20, 2023
  • Willard East Elementary: May 9, 2023
  • Willard Central Elementary: May 17, 2023


Unsure which elementary school to call home? Click here for our interactive District Boundary Map.

Pre-Kindergarten Info

Upcoming District Events

Friday, March 10

HS Speech & Debate -National Speech & Debate Association Districts @ Kickapoo

Saturday, March 11

HS Speech & Debate -National Speech & Debate Association Districts @ Kickapoo

Monday, March 13

No School - Spring Break

Tuesday, March 14

Willard Food Pantry 10:00 A.M. - 2:00 P.M.

No School - Spring Break


Wednesday, March 15

No School - Spring Break

Thursday, March 16

No School - Spring Break

Friday, March 17

V Baseball vs Jeff City 11:00 A.M.

JV Baseball vs Jeff City 1:30 P.M.

Freshman Baseball @ Nixa 2:15 P.M.

V Baseball vs Greenbrier, AR 6:00 P.M.



Please visit our District Website Calendar or our Willard Athletics Website for additional details. These calendars will have the most up-to-date information on what's going on, so be sure to check them regularly. We can't wait to see you at our various events!

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