Students are beyond excited to kick off their experience at the 98th National FFA Convention. Over 70,000 members in their blue and gold gathered together to make memories that will last a lifetime.
On our way to FFA national convention in Indianapolis. We are excited to represent the Higbee chapter and experience everything this amazing event has to offer. Over the next 4 days we will share photos and updates from our adventures- from sessions and workshops to sightseeing and new friendships.
📚 Last Day for the Book Fair! 📚
Knox and Ms. Hall have been busy tracking our Book Fair progress this morning and there’s still time to help us finish strong! The Book Fair is open all day until 4 PM, so come by to pick out a new favorite book for your kiddo or drop off a donation to support a student reader. Every purchase helps our school and encourages a lifelong love of reading! ❤️
Can’t make it in person? No problem! Ms. Hall can process debit or credit card donations over the phone through our secure Book Fair payment system. Just give the school a call at (660) 456-7206 to contribute!
#BookFair #ReadersAreLeaders
Knox and Ms. Hall have been busy tracking our Book Fair progress this morning and there’s still time to help us finish strong! The Book Fair is open all day until 4 PM, so come by to pick out a new favorite book for your kiddo or drop off a donation to support a student reader. Every purchase helps our school and encourages a lifelong love of reading! ❤️
Can’t make it in person? No problem! Ms. Hall can process debit or credit card donations over the phone through our secure Book Fair payment system. Just give the school a call at (660) 456-7206 to contribute!
#BookFair #ReadersAreLeaders
Reading in Action: Career Interviews!
In reading today, second graders worked hard conducting interviews about different jobs! Each pair chose a job and created thoughtful questions they could ask someone in that profession. Then, they rotated around the room to interview their classmates about their chosen jobs.
This activity helped students practice asking and answering questions, building comprehension skills, and making real-world connections to what we read!
Tomorrow is the last day for the book fair. We will be open before school, during school, and after school for a little while for students to shop.
Our JH teams will be in Moberly this evening. GO TIGERS!
The kindergarten thru 7th grade library classes combined their love for books with their creative side and turned pumpkins into book characters. This allowed us to explore characters, sequencing, setting, and so much more. From Pete the Cat to Harry Potter they really did a fantastic job.
Our high school students teamed up with our guidance leaders to kick off Red Ribbon Week with a special presentation for our 4th graders! They shared powerful messages about making healthy choices, staying drug-free, and supporting one another in living positive lifestyles.
We’re so proud of our Student Council leaders for being amazing role models and helping spread awareness throughout our school community. ❤️
To keep the momentum going, we’re celebrating Spirit Week all this week — each themed day reminds us to make smart, safe choices and show our commitment to living drug-free! GO TIGERS!🐾
#RedRibbonWeek LeadershipInAction
We’re so proud of our Student Council leaders for being amazing role models and helping spread awareness throughout our school community. ❤️
To keep the momentum going, we’re celebrating Spirit Week all this week — each themed day reminds us to make smart, safe choices and show our commitment to living drug-free! GO TIGERS!🐾
#RedRibbonWeek LeadershipInAction
Today, a handful of our FBLA members kicked off the Fall Leadership Conference in Columbia, Missouri! This two-day event provides students with valuable opportunities to strengthen leadership skills, collaborate with peers from across the state, and explore future career pathways.
We are especially proud that a couple of the students pictured will also represent our school later this week at the National FFA Convention in Indianapolis—an impressive example of their dedication and involvement across multiple Career and Technical Education (CTE) organizations.
We extend our heartfelt thanks to the community members and business supporters whose generosity makes these opportunities possible. Because of your continued support, our students are able to attend at no cost to their families, ensuring that every student has the chance to learn, grow, and lead.
Both FBLA and FFA play vital roles in helping students develop real-world skills, confidence, and leadership experience that will benefit them long after graduation. We are proud of our students for representing our school and community with excellence.
#FBLA #FFA #CTE #Leadership #CommunitySupport #CareerReady
We are especially proud that a couple of the students pictured will also represent our school later this week at the National FFA Convention in Indianapolis—an impressive example of their dedication and involvement across multiple Career and Technical Education (CTE) organizations.
We extend our heartfelt thanks to the community members and business supporters whose generosity makes these opportunities possible. Because of your continued support, our students are able to attend at no cost to their families, ensuring that every student has the chance to learn, grow, and lead.
Both FBLA and FFA play vital roles in helping students develop real-world skills, confidence, and leadership experience that will benefit them long after graduation. We are proud of our students for representing our school and community with excellence.
#FBLA #FFA #CTE #Leadership #CommunitySupport #CareerReady
Huge congratulations to our Lady Tigers for bringing home 2nd place and to our Tigers for earning a strong 4th place finish in the CLAA Conference Tournament.
Join our JH athletes on the road tonight! Our Tigers play for 3rd at 5:00 and our Lady Tigers will battle it out in the Championship game at 6:15. GO TIGERS!
Get ready for a "Murdery" Mystery Dinner Theatre on November 15. The Higbee Drama Club is bringing you "Murder at the Midnight Hoedown". Help Sheriff Slim solve the crimes.
The whole cast of characters is excited to welcome you into Tumbleweed Junction for a fun night of "murdery" mystery and a chili dinner.
To make this event a success, we are asking for donations of food and supplies, such as:
Chili ingredients (ground beef, beans, tomatoes, onions, etc.), Cornbread, Toppings (cheese, sour cream, crackers, jalapeños), Desserts (cookies, brownies, pies), Serving items (bowls, plates, napkins, cups), Beverages (tea, lemonade, bottled water), We also welcome production donations like costumes, paint, craft items, props (lanterns, western decor items, etc.).
Email Mrs. Roberts for more information: aroberts@higbeeschool.com.
Join us for a night of shenanigans and good company.
•Reminder• NO ASP Monday, October 27th, 2025 due to Parent Teacher Conferences
Big thank you to the Orschlen Industries Foundation for selecting Mrs. Adams’ second grade classroom as a Focus on Education recipient. She received $200 for her classroom! A special shoutout to Mrs. Maupin for nominating Mrs. Adam's class!
Huge shoutout to the students who dedicated their time and creativity to design and paint this beautiful mural in the business room. It brings a pop of color with an important reminder-Being Kind is Beautiful. We love seeing students use their talents to spread positivity.
Higbee R-VIII will hold Parent-Teacher Conferences on Monday, October 27, from 1:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. Parent-Teacher Conferences are an important opportunity for families and educators to connect, discuss student progress, and work together to support student success.
Elementary (PreK–7th Grade): Teachers have scheduled individual conference times with parents and guardians. Families who have not yet confirmed a time should check their email or contact their child’s teacher to arrange a meeting that works best.
Grades 8–12: Parents and guardians are welcome to stop by the school anytime between 1:00 p.m. and 7:00 p.m. to visit with teachers. No appointment is necessary.
We encourage all families to attend and take advantage of this valuable opportunity to strengthen the home-school partnership and support our students’ learning.
GO TIGERS!
Elementary (PreK–7th Grade): Teachers have scheduled individual conference times with parents and guardians. Families who have not yet confirmed a time should check their email or contact their child’s teacher to arrange a meeting that works best.
Grades 8–12: Parents and guardians are welcome to stop by the school anytime between 1:00 p.m. and 7:00 p.m. to visit with teachers. No appointment is necessary.
We encourage all families to attend and take advantage of this valuable opportunity to strengthen the home-school partnership and support our students’ learning.
GO TIGERS!
Spooky season is here 👻 Help support the Higbee R-VIII Senior class and send somebody a BOO Gram
We celebrate Red Ribbon Week next week! GO TIGERS!
Sneek Peek of the Ignatius Book Fair. The fair dates are 10/23-10/29. We will be open at 7 am until 4 pm (unless Ms. Hall & Mr. Kirby are both gone for basketball) We will be open during Parent Teacher conferences as well. Be on the lookout for the wish list your child will be making this week. The wish list includes the QR code for the online store. We accept cash, cards, and checks. Gift certificates are available for purchase in the library.
Our first Character Education assembly of the year was held on Oct 3rd. Congratulations to the students who were nominated by their teacher for being a Good Citizen.
