It is the mission of the Pike County R-III School District to provide an educational environment for children of the district which will foster and accelerate their intellectual, physical, social and career development.

• PLTC Students - make sure that any trips or activities scheduled you are using the excused absence form at PLTC!
• Reminder on ATTENDANCE! We do not have excused and unexcused absences! Students who accumulate more than 8 absences could lose credit for their class. Letters will be sent home by the principal prior a student reaching the number of days!
• Parking passes are now AVAILABLE! All Clopton Students that drive to school are REQUIRED to purchase a $5 parking pass. We appreciate everyone's understanding as we help strengthen the security and safety of our students.
• "The Buzz Around School" - Clopton is now "School-Wide" Positive Behavior Intervention and Support. Meaning we are rewarding students for doing the right thing! Students will receive "points" and have the opportunity earn rewards throughout the year, see your building handbook for more info!
• September Board of Education Meeting: September 20th
• Jostens came to Clopton on Sept. 1st for Sophomores and Seniors; Sophomores talked about letter jackets, which the form is in the newsletter. Seniors went over graduation information, including cap and gowns.

Mike originally is from South Boston and has been actively speaking in schools for the last 25 years. His story originates from the unfortunate events of the Columbine Shooting. Mike was a youth pastor who then decided to make an impact in schools by speaking to students about their value.

Mike will break down his "assemblies" speaking to grades K-3 (respect), 4-5 (power words), 6-8, and 9-12. Following his assemblies, Mike will breakout with a leadership group for students who are involved, as well as a success academy in order to offer resources and support to some of our students.

After his work in the school, parents in our community will be allowed to come into our building to listen to Mike speak for an hour. Mike wrote a book "Talking to Brick Walls", where he goes through some of the added pressures adults can put on kids. (we will provide the time at a later date)

We are very excited to have this opportunity for our students!

• 9/6 @ Community R-6
• 9/11 @ Silex
• 9/18 @ Community R-6
• 9/23 @ Van-Far (9am)
• 9/27 Area V Trap @ West Quincy
• 9/30 NE District Trap @ West Quincy