Ozark Tiger E-News

The application period for Ozark School District’s next superintendent is now closed, and the Ozark Board of Education is progressing into the third phase of the superintendent search with hopes to name the new superintendent for the 2024-25 school year at the Dec. 14 board meeting.

The search, facilitated by the Missouri School Boards' Association, started in late August with a stakeholder survey before the application period opened Oct. 1 - Nov. 26. After an extensive and thorough review of all the 23 applications, the board identified six highly-qualified candidates to advance to the next stage of consideration.

Read the full release here.

You're invited to join Ozark Schools' Board of Education for a community Town Hall.

• Thursday, December 7, 2023 | 6:00 p.m. | Ozark Innovation Center (1600 W. Jackson St.)
• Find more details here.

Learn how South Elementary is focusing on Portrait of a Graduate words through Family Time, student recognition and assemblies.

"Are you....dead?!" Come find out what that's all about in the live performances of OJH's one act plays, "Director's Nightmare" and "After Hours." $5.00 tickets at the door for an evening of laughs tonight that you won't want to miss!

Both shows will take place in the Ozark Junior High Gym December 1 & 2 at 7:00 p.m.

The theme at East Elementary this school year is “Difference Maker,” and that’s exactly what Tiger Team, comprised of fourth graders, are hoping to accomplish — make a difference in the lives of teachers, fellow students and even the community.

Here are a few things they’ve done so far:

• Paint and distribute kindness rocks on the playground.
• Wrote and received a $179 grant from Ozark High School YEPO — Youth Empower Project of Ozark — for some new equipment for the school’s motor lab.
• Completes daily jobs such as greeting students and helping with the morning announcements.
• Leads community services projects, such as collecting Christmas gifts for students in need.
• Participate as a learning buddy for a kindergartner or student with special needs.

Read more about East Tiger Team here.

Big shoutout to OMS Student Council for riasing $185 for Care to Learn! Thank you, future leaders, for making a difference! Learn more about Care to Learn Ozark here - www.caretolearn.org/ozark

Good luck to our E-Sports team and 30 of our awesome band students who are gearing up for state!

• E-Sports Rocket League varsity is heading to Springfield for their state competition for the second year in a row.
• 30 band students who qualified during All-District band auditions are moving on to audition for All-State bands.

It’s beginning to look a lot like Christmas in the artroom at North Elementary! Look how adorable these winter murals are turning out! And the best part is that all students are involved! We can’t wait to see these murals when they are finished!

• Kindergarten - Snowmen & candy canes
• 1st grade - Garland
• 2nd grade - Trees
• 3rd grade - Animals
• 4th grade - Gingerbread houses

Ozark is excited to celebrate our support staff on the fourth Tuesday of each month. This week we recognized Bus Driver Sheryl LeBleu. Sheryl is always happy to help do anything extra. She has a positive attitude and is a joy to be around.

Curriculum Conversations, an engaging series of events designed exclusively for K-12 parents eager to actively participate in their child's educational journey, kicks off Dec. 6. In this enlightening series, we aim to foster a strong partnership between parents and educators, creating a space for open dialogue and collaboration.

Our inaugural event focuses on a question that resonates with every caring parent: How can I help my student at home? Join us as we delve into insightful discussions, share practical strategies, and explore effective ways to support your child's learning outside the classroom. Together, let's embark on a journey of discovery, empowerment, and shared understanding, ensuring that your involvement becomes a catalyst for your child's academic success.

Topic: How can I help my student at home?

Who: Any K-12 parent or guardian is invited to attend

When: Wednesday, Dec. 6, 2023 | 5:30 p.m. - 6:30 p.m.

Where: Ozark Innovation Center | 1600 W. Jackson St.

Webpage: Click Here

The Ozark Board of Education is committed to the well-being of each staff member and student while supporting the mission and vision of the school district.

November 16 Meeting Recap

• RECOGNITIONS
• Portrait of a Graduate - each month a building staff member will select one student who has exemplified the positive characteristics of that month's Portrait of a Graduate trait, or they will select a student who has gone above and beyond to be a leader within their building. Students were present from Tiger Paw through Ozark High School/Finley River School.
• Tiger Paw - Rhylyn Arnall
• North - Ryker Stutesmun
• South - Roka Swanberg
• East - Isla Oldham
• West - Zander Hopper
• OMS - Wesley Gant
• OJH - Sadie Havens
• OHS - Aidan Johnson
• Finley River - Kaylee Lewis-Elliott
• INFORMATIONAL ITEMS
• Academic Spotlight - Ozark South Presentation
• FUTURE DATES
• Townhall Meeting: Thursday, December 7, OIC
• Long Range Planning: December 12, 6:30-8:00p.m., West Elementary
• Middle School Walk Through: December 13, 9:00 a.m.
• Long Range Planning: January 16, 6:30-8:00 p.m., Ozark Middle School
• NEW BUSINESS
• Approve Registered Youth Apprenticeship Agreement
• MSBA Policies - First Read
• Approved the Executive Director of Human Resources - Job Description
• Adopted the Bond Resolution