Farmington R-7 School District

☀️ Our final Stay, Play & Learn of the school year is in May!

📅 May 8
👶 Infant–5 years
📍 Truman Learning Center

A great way to celebrate learning, play, and connection before summer begins. (You must be enrolled in the FSD PAT Program)

📞 (573) 701-1300 ext. 2913
🔗 https://t2m.io/FSDPAT

Behind every great school is a leader with a vision and a heart for students. Today we are celebrating the incredible principals at FSD! From the early morning bus loop greetings to the supervision at late-night games, these leaders go above and beyond to ensure every student feels seen, supported, and inspired. FSD is truly blessed with the best! 🍎

Please join us in saying THANK YOU to the dedicated individuals who make FSD such a wonderful place to learn and grow! 🏫

#TheKnightWay #LeadingByExample

🎖️ Celebrating Excellence🎖️

Recently, the JROTC Annual Awards Ceremony was held to celebrate the incredible dedication and achievements of our outstanding cadets! From leadership milestones to personal growth, we are immensely proud of everything these cadets have accomplished.

🎓 Honoring Our Seniors 🎓
The graduating seniors earned a special salute during the ceremony. Receiving their Certificates of Completion and honor cords marked a significant milestone in their years of service. These graduates will carry a legacy of excellence into their future endeavors and are undoubtedly destined for greatness.

✨ Introducing Our New Leadership ✨
Looking toward the future, the leadership team for the upcoming school year has been announced. Congratulations are in order for the newly appointed commanders and officers:

MO-961 Top 6 Commanders
✨ 1st Semester Corps Commander: C/Col Chris Cooper
✨2nd Semester Corps Commander: C/Lt Col Maya McKenney
✨Director of Operations: C/Lt Col Victoria Siddle
✨First Sergeant: C/CMSgt Colton Vinson
✨A-Day Squadron Commander: C/Maj Ezekiel Lee
✨B-Day Squadron Commander: C/Maj Cale Craig

Pit Commanders
✨Public Affairs: C/2d Lt Cami Choate
✨Logistics: C/2d Lt Richard Johnson
✨Chaplain: C/SSgt Ailyn Sanchez-Carmona
✨PT/Wellness: C/SSgt Anderson Burd
✨Planning/Fundraising: C/MSgt Gabriel James
✨Personnel: C/1st Lt Blake Kelly
✨APT/Recruiting: C/2d Lt Athena Pickert-Pruitt
✨Drones/Robotics: C/2d Lt Tanner Warner
✨Raiders: C/MSgt William Hurt
✨Marksmanship: C/Maj Cale Craig
✨Color Guard: C/2d Lt Bryson Menteer
✨Flag Detail: C/2d Lt Sophia Gidron

High expectations follow these new leaders as they prepare to build on a long-standing foundation of success. The upcoming year promises a continued tradition of excellence!

#TheKnightWay

🍎 Dine for a Cause! 🍎

Turn your cravings into a contribution! Mark your calendars for Thursday, May 7th and head over to Farmington Applebee’s for a meal that gives back. Whether you’re grabbing a quick lunch or bringing the whole family for dinner, you can help us make a real difference in the school district one plate at a time.

How to Participate
✅ Visit Applebee’s in Farmington anytime on May 7th
✅ Enjoy your favorite appetizers, burgers, or entrees.
✅ Show the flyer (below) to your server and let them know you’re there for the “Dine to Donate” event when you pay your bill.

The Farmington School District says "Thank You!"

#TheKnightWay #BetterTogether

FSD Hall of Fame 2026 Induction

It’s time to celebrate the legends who have helped build our legacy! We are officially inviting the community to join us for the Farmington School District's Hall of Fame Induction Ceremony that will take place this Sunday, May 3rd, at the Farmington High School Fieldhouse at 2:00 PM.

This year, we honor a distinguished group of alumni, educators, and contributors who have made an indelible mark on our schools and beyond.

🗓️ Event Details 🗓️
Date: Sunday, May 3rd
Time: 2:00 PM
Location: Farmington Fieldhouse (1 Black Knight Drive)

Come celebrate the incredible people who make us proud and share in the spirit of our Farmington community.

#TheKnightWay #StrongSchoolsStrongCommunity

🦸‍♂️ Not All Heroes Wear Capes... Some Drive 40-Foot Yellow Buses! 🚌

Today is all about recognizing the FSD Transportation Department! A huge shout-out goes to the incredible individuals who ensure students arrive at school and return home safely every single day.

It’s about much more than just driving. It’s being the first smiling face students see in the morning and the steady hand navigating traffic through every type of weather.

Thank you for the patience, care, and unwavering commitment shown to this community!

#TheKnightWay #StrongSchoolsStrongCommunity #BlackKnightPride

🚨 IMPORTANT WEATHER UPDATE 🚨

Please take a moment to read the dismissal and safety protocols for this afternoon. Due to the incoming weather, we are closely monitoring the storm front to ensure the safety of all students and staff.

Today is the day! 📢

Join us this evening at Truman Learning Center to help shape the future of early childhood services in Missouri. We’re hosting a listening session for the DESE Office of Childhood Strategic Plan, and we need your perspective.

When: Tonight, April 28th
Time: 5:30 pm – 6:30 pm
Where: 209 West College St., Farmington, MO

Your voice matters. Let’s work together to build a stronger foundation for our children. See you there! ✨

🎨 We are bursting with pride over the incredible results from this year’s Mineral Area Council on Arts (MACOA) K-12 Art Show!

Out of 21 participating schools and a total of 214 ribbons awarded, Farmington students brought home 58 ribbons! That means our students earned more than a quarter of all awards given in the entire competition.

Huge shoutout to our amazing art teachers! Their dedication helps students turn creativity into critical thinking, proving that art is a powerful bridge to science, engineering, and innovation. We are so grateful for the way they inspire students to experiment, solve problems, and think outside the box every single day! ✨

#TheKnightWay #BKP #AcademicExcellence #FutureFocused

Important Update for the Farmington Jazz Band Concert for Monday, April 27th

Mother Nature has decided to throw a bit of a tempo change into our plans. Due to the threat of severe weather this evening, April 27th, we are prioritizing everyone's safety and rescheduling tonight's performance.

🗓️ New Schedule 🗓️
Jazz Band Concert: Rescheduled to Monday, May 4th.
Concert Bands: Remaining as planned for Tuesday, April 28th.

We appreciate your flexibility and understanding. Stay safe, stay dry, and we can’t wait to see you all on Tuesday and next Monday to celebrate the hard work of our talented musicians! 🎶

With severe weather in the forecast, the Truman Learning Center (TLC) Safe Room at (209 West College Street) will be available as a shelter option for our community after 3:30 pm today. Please read the information below and if you have questions regarding shelter access, please contact the FSD Administrative Office at (573) 701-1300.

Please stay weather-aware and safe!