Open House Night is Almost Here!
Join us Wednesday, August 13th from 5:00 to 7:00 PM. Meet your teachers, see your classrooms, and get ready for another amazing year.
As a sweet treat, all students and their family members who attend will enjoy FREE Kona Ice. It is the perfect way to cool down while catching up with friends and staff. 🍧
We cannot wait to see you there! 💛🖤 Go Tigers!
Open House Night is Almost Here!
Join us Wednesday, August 13th from 5:00 to 7:00 PM. Meet your teachers, see your classrooms, and get ready for another amazing year.
As a sweet treat, all students and their family members who attend will enjoy FREE Kona Ice. It is the perfect way to cool down while catching up with friends and staff. 🍧
We cannot wait to see you there! 💛🖤 Go Tigers!
Incoming Freshmen and Sophomores should plan to attend tomorrow. Go Tigers!
🎵 Attention 5th & 6th Grade Band Families! 🎵
As we prepare for a fantastic year in band, please note that 5th and 6th grade band students need to purchase the following two books by Bruce Pearson:
📕 Standard of Excellence, Book 1 – Be sure to choose the version that matches your child's instrument (e.g., flute, trumpet, clarinet, etc.)
📘 Standard of Excellence, Book 2 – Also instrument specific, so make sure to select the correct one for your child’s instrument.
These books are essential for class and will be used regularly for practice and performance throughout the year. Students in other grades do not need to purchase these books. You can find both books locally at Palen Music Center in Columbia, MO, or order them online through a variety of retailers.
If you have any questions, please reach out to Mrs. Farnen at sfarnen@higbeeschool.com
As we prepare for a fantastic year in band, please note that 5th and 6th grade band students need to purchase the following two books by Bruce Pearson:
📕 Standard of Excellence, Book 1 – Be sure to choose the version that matches your child's instrument (e.g., flute, trumpet, clarinet, etc.)
📘 Standard of Excellence, Book 2 – Also instrument specific, so make sure to select the correct one for your child’s instrument.
These books are essential for class and will be used regularly for practice and performance throughout the year. Students in other grades do not need to purchase these books. You can find both books locally at Palen Music Center in Columbia, MO, or order them online through a variety of retailers.
If you have any questions, please reach out to Mrs. Farnen at sfarnen@higbeeschool.com
Incoming Juniors should plan to attend tomorrow. Please check your inbox for details regarding your scheduled visit. Go Tigers!
Happening tomorrow! Go Tigers!
Higbee R-VIII School District is looking for reliable substitute teachers to help support our students and staff. If you enjoy working with kids, want a flexible schedule, and are ready to make a difference, we’d love to have you join us!
Higbee FBLA is excited to be serving up delicious food from our Tiger Shack at this year’s Higbee Truck Show. We are proud to be part of this great event and thankful to the Boggs family for their continued support of our school and community!
Come enjoy the trucks, grab some tacos, and support local students all in one fun-filled weekend!
📅 Mark your calendar
📍 Higbee, MO
🔗 Get your tickets here - https://higbee-truck-show.com/register
#HigbeeTruckShow #FBLA #SupportLocalStudents #GoTigers #HigbeePride
Attention Junior High & High School Athletes and Families! Go Tigers!
We are excited to introduce the newest member of our Tiger family for the 2025 - 2026 school year! Please help us give a big warm welcome to Hannah Bartolacci.
A busy school year is right around the corner! Be sure to mark your calendars and keep an eye on your mailbox and email for important information about student registration details. Go Tigers!
If your child is interested in participating in band next year—whether they are a returning member or would like to join for the first time—please reach out to our new band director, Stephanie Kauth-Farnen, at sfarnen@higbeeschool.com. There will also be a band meeting at the school on 8/1 at 5:00. Instrument choice will be discussed at that time.
If you signed up for the Free Food Program please be at the Higbee R-VIII School District every Tuesday at 10AM beginning July 1st, 2025.
School shopping just got a whole lot easier! Higbee School is excited to once again provide the majority of school supplies for all students for the upcoming 2025-2026 school year. This helps ensure every student has what they need to start the year off right while easing the burden on families. We are proud to support our students and community in this way. Here's to another great year ahead! GO TIGERS!
FYI: New weight room is ready for action! All further summer weights sessions will be held in the building behind the school.
REMINDER: Summer Weights Schedule
Monday/Wednesday
AM Session: 6-7
PM Session: 4-5
Tuesday/Thursday
AM Session: 6-7
PM Session: 5-6
🐅Go Tigers! 🐅
🐐✨ SAE Spotlight: Hailee Aldridge ✨🐐
Today’s SAE visit was with Hailee Aldridge, and her Goat Production project is full of personality—especially thanks to one very vocal goat named Mr. Einstein!
Hailee cares for multiple momma goats and their babies, spending her time each day making sure everyone is fed, watered, groomed, and exercised. Her goats enjoy the luxury of grazing freely outside the pen all day, living their best lives!
But Hailee’s love for animals doesn’t stop with goats—her small farm also includes chickens, ducks, and guineas, all under her daily care.
She plans to continue growing her goat production SAE throughout high school, and it’s clear she has the passion and dedication to do just that. Amazing job, Hailee! 🐐🐓🦆
#SAEVisit #HigbeeFFA #GoatProduction #SmallFarmLife #MrEinsteinTheGoat #FFAinAction #LearningByDoing
🌶🍅 SAE Spotlight: Brayden Thornton 🍅🌶
Today I visited Brayden Thornton to check in on his Vegetable Production SAE, and it’s safe to say things are growing fast—literally! Brayden started his project by heading to Lowe’s and picking out three different vegetables: Mr. Stripy tomatoes, jalapeños, and lunchbox yellow peppers.
Just a week ago, he planted these small vegetable starts in pots—and as you can see in the pictures, they’re already taking off! 🌱👏
Brayden is already thinking ahead and wants to switch things up next year by possibly raising a goat or two and even showing them at the fairs next summer.
Great job, Brayden! Keep growing and keep setting new goals — we can't wait to see where your SAE journey takes you next! 🐐🌿
#SAEVisit #HigbeeFFA #VegetableProduction #GrowingGoals #FromGardenToGoats #FFAinAction #LearningByDoing
Any FFA members that would like to help with the Friends of the Higbee FFA Derby Saturday please contact Ms. E at aeckstein@higbeeschool.com.
We are looking for students to help with putting trash cans out, helping with the gate, setup, take down, etc.
SAE Spotlight: Quintin Deschu
Today’s SAE visit was with Quintin, and his project falls under Diversified Small Animal Production — and when we say diversified, we mean it! Quintin raises just about every animal you can think of, including Kunekune pigs, donkeys, goats, chickens, and even a pesky peacock who definitely keeps things interesting!
Every day, Quintin ensures all his animals are well taken care of — from feeding and watering to cleaning pens and providing daily care. His commitment and work ethic are truly impressive!
Quintin plans to continue growing and learning through this project throughout his high school years, and we can’t wait to see how it develops.
Great job, Quintin — keep up the awesome work!
#SAEVisit #HigbeeFFA #DiversifiedSAE #SmallAnimalProduction #FFAinAction #LearningByDoing #FutureFarmer
SAE Spotlight: Jaelyn Jennings
Today I had the pleasure of visiting Jaelyn and her incredible Poultry Production SAE project! From start to finish, Jaelyn does it all — she hatches her chicks, raises them with care, and transfers them into the coop with her flock, which now totals 52 chickens!
Jaelyn is hands-on every single day, ensuring her birds are happy and healthy. Her chickens enjoy a special diet that includes oyster shell crumbles and a dash of red pepper flakes as a little treat — talk about high-quality care!
She plans to continue growing this project throughout her high school years, and with her dedication and attention to detail, there’s no doubt her flock will keep thriving.
Awesome work, Jaelyn — keep it up!
#SAEVisit #HigbeeFFA #PoultryProduction #FromChickToCoop #StudentSuccess #LearningByDoing #52AndGrowing
