QuickNews: October 21, 2024
Fourth graders learn life lessons while engineering a Ferris wheel ๐ก
The 4th graders at Mathews were challenged to build a Ferris wheel with their group. While engineering seemed like the main idea the real point was for the kids to figure out how to work together as a team without giving up and coming up with a successful wheel.
๐ Way to go, Nixa! We 'Canned the Tigers!' ๐ฅซ๐ฏ
Together, the Nixa and Ozark communities helped raise a total of 51,472 pounds of food for Least of These, Inc. Christian County Food Pantry. ๐ฅซ
Thank you to everyone who donated! ๐ค
โ๏ธ TODAY: Ribbon Cutting at Nixa Junior High Tower Farm ๐ฑ
Date & Time: Monday, Oct. 21, at 4:30 p.m.
Location: Nixa Junior High Greenhouse, 205 North St, Nixa, MO, 65714
Nixa Public Schools is excited to announce the grand opening of the world's first aeroponic farm of its kind, designed to set a scalable template for other communities to adopt. Backed by the USDA, this innovative initiative utilizes cutting-edge vertical farming technology, revolutionizing agriculture while also serving as a self-sustaining revenue generator for the district.
Nixa FFA Results at Area Fall Speech Contest at Clever
On Thursday, Oct. 17, nine FFA members competed in the Area Fall Speech Contest at Clever. ๐ Students wrote and presented a six to eight minute speech on their selected agriculture topic, conducted a personal interview, and answered questions for five minutes following their speech. Those placing 1st, 2nd, or 3rd advance to districts on Friday, Nov. 8. ๐
The following students earned their respective placements:
๐ฅ Addison Spencer placed 1st in Pet Breeders
๐ฅ Airiana Tate placed 1st in Sheep Producers
๐ฅ Sadie Burdette placed 2nd in Quarter Horse
๐ฅ Hailey Baker placed 2nd in Young Farmers/Young Farmers Wives
๐ฅ Aidan Choate placed 3rd in Farm Bureau
๐ Ivory Schoonover placed 4th in Forest Products
๐ Callie Anderson placed 4th in Teach Ag
๐ Alex Tapprich participated in Cattleman's
๐ Hope Roberts participated in Teach Ag
Congratulations, Nixa FFA! ๐ฆ
The High School Artist of the Week is Greta Finley
๐ญ High School Artist of the Week is sponsored by Rocco's Pizza of Nixa. ๐
"Greta Finley is a rockstar in the Nixa High School Theatre Department! Always ready to jump in and help out, sheโs been working her heart out as head of costumes for our biggest show yet, Beauty and the Beast. Her dedication and creativity make a huge difference, and she really inspires everyone around her. Weโre so lucky to have her on our team!" - Dr. Allison Fleetwood, Nixa High School Theatre department head โญ๏ธ
"I am so grateful to be a part of such an amazing department! Whether performing on stage or backstage with costumes, I have enjoyed all of it. I feel at home in this department and have found lifelong friendships. Our amazing directors give us many opportunities to learn, grow, and, most importantly, have fun." - Greta Finley ๐ญ
Forty-four students selected for South Central All-District Honor Choir
๐ Forty-four students were selected for the South Central All-District Honor Choir! They earned their spots through auditions at Kickapoo High School, ranking among the top 50 in their voice parts against hundreds of competitors. The honor choir event is on Saturday, Nov. 2, at Evangel University. ๐ถ
Excellent job, Nixa Choirs (Official) singers! ๐
Dr. Fleetwood wins Excellence in Arts Education Award
๐ Congratulations to Dr. Allison Fleetwood who was named the recipient of the Excellence in Arts Education award by the Springfield Regional Arts Council. ๐
Congrats to Taylor Bryson, who teaches at Inman Intermediate, for being one of the finalists for the award. It is great having Nixa highlighted in the local Arts programming. ๐ถ๐ญ
๐น Join Belle & Friends at the Beauty & the Beast Royal Tea Party ๐ซ
Date & Time: Sunday, November 10, from 12:30 to 1:30 p.m. (check in begins at noon)
Location: Aetos Center, 514 S. Nicholas Rd, Nixa, MO, 65714
Tickets: Adult must be present with child at event. To select child ticket, select quantity of adult tickets needed.
Join Belle and friends for an afternoon of crafts, story time, and more! ๐ฅ
Notice: This tea party DOES NOT include a ticket to the matinee on Sunday, November 10. If you would like to purchase tickets to the production please go to nixatheatre.net.
No school on Friday, October 25, 2024, for Staff Positive Learning Communities (PLC) Work Day.
๐ญ Nixa High School Theatre Presents: Beauty and the Beast ๐ฅ
Showings: November 7 & 9, at 7 p.m. | November 10, at 2 p.m.
Location: Aetos Center for the Performing Arts at the Meridian Title Performance Hall
Tickets: Adults - $15 | Students & Seniors - $12
Show Sponsor: Central Bank of the Ozarks
Balcony seats are now open and are selling quickly!
Step into a world of enchantment with 'Beauty and the Beast,' the breathtaking musical that brings the beloved fairy tale to life! Join Belle, a spirited young woman, as she embarks on an unforgettable adventure inside a mysterious castle, where she encounters the Beastโonce a handsome prince, now trapped by a powerful curse. ๐ฐ
With dazzling songs, stunning choreography, and a heartwarming story about love and acceptance, this captivating production will transport you to a magical realm. Experience the transformative power of inner beauty and witness the magic of true love unfold. Don't miss your chance to be part of this timeless taleโbook your tickets today! ๐ถ
The Junior High Artist of the Week is Cam Rude
๐ต The Junior High Artists of the Week is sponsored by Lucid TLC Arts ๐ฉโ๐จ
"Cam is a student who has clearly practiced her art from a young age. Her abilities are beyond those of others in her grade. Yet, Cam's art goes well beyond her innate ability. In the way she enters art class ready to learn and does not stop creating until the bell rings, it is clear that her focus and determination are continuing to lead her to greatness. I love the way that Cam seeks to improve and takes critique as an opportunity to grow." - Olivia Falkenstien, junior high art teacher ๐ผ
"In life, it doesn't matter your hardships because, in art, anything you can think of can be true." - Cam Rude ๐จ
Nominate a Nixa teacher for Teacher of the Year for the work they have done for Nixa Public Schools. A nominee can be any Nixa staff member who holds a teaching contract. These include classroom teachers, counselors, instructional specialists/coaches, etc. Deadline to nominate is Monday, November 4, 2024.
Please note that after the nominations have been received, anyone with the following factors will be removed from consideration:
- Anyone who has been one of the final four in the past three years.
- Anyone who has received the award in the past five years.
- Must have been in the teaching profession for 3 years.
- Must have completed 2 full years at Nixa as a classroom teacher
If you are not sure if someone meets these factors, please nominate them anyway and we will double check.
The nominations will be reviewed and narrowed down through a process until we have four finalists for Teacher of the Year. Those four finalists will be announced later this school year.
Advertising & Sponsorships
To put your business message in front of decision-makers,
just contact Tricia Chapman at 417-983-0314 or triciachapman@nixaschools.net.
Sponsor the Shuffle Board for Winter Athletics
Looking for a fun and unique way to get your business in front of thousands of fans during Nixa's winter athletics?
Become the official sponsor of our crowd-favorite Shuffle Game ๐โจ, displayed on the scoreboard at each home game! For just $2,500, your brand will be front and center ๐ฏ, adding excitement to the experience as fans follow the shuffle and compete for prizes ๐. Itโs a great way to connect with the community, boost your visibility, and support our teams ๐.
Contact Tricia at triciachapman@nixaschools.net to grab this spot before it's gone!
3 on 3 Basketball Tournament
Tshirt sponsor $300
- Business logo on tshirt
If your business is interested, please contact Tricia at triciachapman@nixaschools.net.
Around the District
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JTSD
๐ Take a look at the fun events happening at John Thomas School of Discovery! ๐
๐ธ The Eagle Eye Camera Club selected members for the school year. Club members will learn tips for taking better photographs, basic camera operations, and photograph editing. ๐ฅ
๐ฆ Brooklynn Engeman's sixth-grade class has been discussing the Earth's geological timeline and how rock layers can help us determine the age of various formations and fossils. To model this, Engeman's class used crushed-up Jolly Ranchers and pressure to create their sedimentary rock formation. ๐ชจ
๐ First graders at JTSD have been using pumpkins to learn in many ways. Students used the pumpkin guts to make slime. ๐
Nixa Public Schools
Thank you to everybody who came out to hear Tom Kersting speak on raising healthy teenagers in a digital world. We hope to continue more events like these please stay connected to find out your next opportunity.
Nixa in the News
Athletics
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MONDAY, OCT. 21
- JH 8TH GIRLS BASKETBALL TRYOUTS @ NIXA JH FEMA GYM | 3-5PM
- JH 7TH GIRLS BASKETBALL TRYOUTS @ NIXA JH MAIN GYM | 3-5PM
- JH BOYS/GIRLS WRESTLING 1ST WEEK PRACTICE @ NIXA JH | 3-5:30PM
- C SOCCER VS BRANSON | 5PM
- 9TH/JV FOOTBALL @ OZARK | 5:30/7:15PM
TUESDAY, OCT. 22
- JH 8TH GIRLS BASKETBALL TRYOUTS @ NIXA JH FEMA GYM | 3-5PM
- JH 7TH GIRLS BASKETBALL TRYOUTS @ NIXA JH MAIN GYM | 3-5PM
- JH BOYS/GIRLS WRESTLING 1ST WEEK PRACTICE @ NIXA JH | 3-5:30PM
- JV/VARSITY BOYS SOCCER @ CENTRAL | 5/6:30PM
WEDNESDAY, OCT. 23
- JH 8TH GIRLS BASKETBALL TRYOUTS @ NIXA JH FEMA GYM | 3-5PM
- JH 7TH GIRLS BASKETBALL TRYOUTS @ NIXA JH MAIN GYM | 3-5PM
- JH BOYS/GIRLS WRESTLING 1ST WEEK PRACTICE @ NIXA JH | 3-5:30PM
- VOLLEYBALL - CLASS 5 DISTRICT 6 QUARTERFINALS VS WILLARD @WILLARD HIGH SCHOOL | 5PM
THURSDAY, OCT. 24
- C/JV/VARSITY BOYS SOCCER VS OZARK | 4:30/5/6:45PM
FRIDAY, OCT. 25
- GIRLS TENNIS INDIVIDUAL (EMILY PETERS) CLASS 3 STATE TOURNAMENT | 9AM
- GIRLS TENNIS DOUBLES (PAIGE MORRIS/JOCELYN COSGROVE) CLASS 3 STATE TOURNAMENT | 9AM
- JV BOYS SOCCER @ KICKAPOO JV TOURNAMENT VS CAMDENTON | 4PM
- BOYS SWIM/DIVE DUAL VS LAFAYETTE, CAPE CENTRAL @ SPRINGFIELD NATATORIUM | 4:30PM
- VARSITY FOOTBALL @ GLENDALE | 7PM
- VOLLEYBALL - CLASS 5 DISTRICT 6 SEMIFINALS | TBD
SATURDAY, OCT. 26
- JV BOYS SOCCER @ KICKAPOO JV TOURNAMENT | TBA
- BOYS SWIM/DIVE SPRINGFIELD INVITATIONAL @ SPRINGFIELD NATATORIUM | 9AM
- JH CROSS COUNTRY @ JH XC CHAMPIONSHIPS @ LUCAS OIL SPEEDWAY | 9AM
- CROSS COUNTRY @ REEDS SPRING INVITATIONAL | 10:30AM
Boys Cross Country are 2024 COC East Champs | Aaron Ashley Individual Champ
๐ฆ ๐ Congratulations to our boys cross country team on crowing the conference championship today!
๐ฅ Aaron Ashley is the COC East individual champion with a time of 15:36.04! ๐ฅ
The High School Athlete of the Week is Gwen Kubik
๐ This weekโs Guaranty Bank Athlete of the Week is Nixa volleyballโs new single-match attack percentage record holder, junior outside hitter Gwen Kubik.
Kubik helped the Eagles capture first place in the Ozark Grand Slam, where Nixa finished 5-0 and defeated Greenwood, Ark., Lutheran, Springfield Catholic, Liberty, and Logan-Rogersville. Against Greenwood, she set a new single-match attack percentage of .700% with 15 kills and only one error on 20 attempts.
Gwen also helped Nixa win its last eight of nine regular-season games, finishing with a 30-3 overall record, including a 23-game win streak from Sept. 14 to Oct. 12. She has been instrumental to the teamโs success throughout the entire season, concluding as the Eagles kills leader with 325 (3.4 per set).
Kubik and the Eagles enter the Class 5 District 6 tournament as the No. 2 seed and await a matchup with No. 7 Willard on Oct. 23.
๐๐ Outstanding job, Gwen!
2024-25 Nixa Bass Fishing Team Informational Meeting
๐ฃ The 2024-25 Nixa junior high and high school bass fishing season is steadily approaching.
Interested in joining and learning more? Attend the upcoming informational meeting.
๐๏ธ Date: Thursday, Oct. 24, 2024
โฐ Time: 5:30 p.m.
๐ Location: Nixa High School Library
Items needed/covered for meeting:
- Boat captain & partner
- Team application
- Tournament commitment form
- Transportation permission form
- $50 annual dues
We hope to see you there!
Community Group Flyers
Non-profits can provide flyers for information on various things for students in Nixa Public Schools.
To view the community group flyers or to find out how non-profits can post a flyer, then go to www.nixapublicschools.net/flyers.
Nixa Public Schools Suggestion Box
We value your feedback!
Share your ideas, highlights, and suggestionsโlike staff recognition, food quality, or improvements. Your input at nixapublicschools.net/suggestionbox helps us make Nixa Public Schools better for everyone.