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We’re gearing up for an amazing year, and we’ve got everything you need in one spot!
👉 Check out our Back-to-School Resource Page for important updates, supply lists, schedules, and more. We’ll keep adding info as it becomes available, so keep checking back!
https://www.fsdknights.com/page/back-to-school-faq

Let’s make it a great year, Knights! #FSDignite #GoKnights

🏈⚽🎾 Farmington 2025 Fall Tryouts are almost here! 🎉 Whether you're hitting the court, course, field, or diving into the pool—make sure you’re ready for Day 1! 📅 First practices begin August 11th for high school sports and August 18–19th for middle school teams.

🩺 Physicals are required before your first practice. Be sure to submit your forms and pick up your participation cards from the Athletic Department.

🚫 Reminder: Dead Week for the Athletic Department is August 2–10, and the Activities Dead Week was June 28–July 6.

📍Full schedule & physical form info available on the Farmington Athletic Department homepage.

Let’s go, Knights! ⚔️ #BlackKnightPride #GoKnights #FSDIgnite

This summer, our students explored career pathways through hands-on internships with amazing community partners. Thank you to each business and mentor for supporting our future professionals! Mattie Griffin interned at Hearing Care Partners and plans to pursue audiology. Thanks to Dr. Corrine Reeves!

📢 Farmington Community – We Need Your Voice! 🗣️

The City of Farmington is updating its Comprehensive Plan — a roadmap that shapes the future of our community, from transportation and housing to parks and public works. 🏘️🚦🌳

💻 An online survey is open now through July 13, 2025, and your input is key to creating a plan that reflects the needs and values of our growing city.

📝 Take a few minutes to complete the survey and help guide Farmington’s future:
👉 https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/farmington-comp-plan

Let’s make sure every voice is heard! #FarmingtonFuture #StrongSchools #StrongCommunity

📚✏️ Back-to-School Made EASY! ✏️📚
No more guessing what’s on the list or wandering the aisles with a cart full of chaos.
🎒 Our official school supply lists are LIVE → https://t2m.io/FSDSchoolSupplies

🛒 BONUS: You can order directly from our local Walmart or your favorite retailer, right from the site!
Get everything your Knight needs with just a few clicks! ⚔️ Operation School Supply will once again be providing supplies for grades 1-4. Students in those grades will need a backpack and headphones. See the lists for more info!

#BackToSchool #FSDSupplies #ReadySetLearn #KnightsGearUp #FSDIgnite

🛎️ Now Scheduling Substitute Orientation for 2025-2026!
Are you ready to make a difference in your community and support our students and staff? Farmington R-7 is seeking dependable and positive individuals to join our team of substitute teachers and staff.

📅 Orientation is required annually for both new and returning substitutes. Sessions are held monthly.

💰 Our pay is competitive. It grows with you!
We offer a tiered pay structure for certified substitute positions:

Tier 1 (Days 1–25): $90 / $95 / $100

Tier 2 (Days 26–50): $105 / $110 / $115

Tier 3 (Day 51+): $120 / $125 / $130

📌 All other classified or specialty positions are paid hourly based on the district’s salary schedule. Direct deposit is required.

✅ To attend orientation, bring:

Two forms of ID

A voided check or letter from your bank

Your MO teaching certificate or substitute certificate

🖥️ Learn more and apply for your substitute certificate here: https://dese.mo.gov/educator-quality/certification/substitute-teachers

📞 Questions? Contact Mrs. Susan Laut at
📧 slaut@farmington.k12.mo.us | 📱 (573) 701-1300 ext. 2126

Let’s IGNITE this year together! 🔥 #IgniteFSD #SubWithUs

This summer, our students explored career pathways through hands-on internships with amazing community partners. Thank you to each business and mentor for supporting our future professionals! Alexander Kennon worked with Taylor Engineering. His goal is to become a civil engineer. Thank you, Mr. Joe Gabel! 🏗️

This summer, our students explored career pathways through hands-on internships with amazing community partners. Thank you to each business and mentor for supporting our future professionals! Tatem Tinsley interned at CTI and plans to own a business one day. Thanks to Dan, Jaxon, Colby, and Brian! 📊

This summer, our students explored career pathways through hands-on internships with amazing community partners. Thank you to each business and mentor for supporting our future professionals! Kenzie Vance worked at Midwest Health Group and plans to become a nurse practitioner. Thanks to Cassie for the support! #StrongSchools #StrongCommunity

This summer, our students explored career pathways through hands-on internships with amazing community partners. Thank you to each business and mentor for supporting our future professionals! Johnathan Klinkhardt interned at Axes Physical Therapy. His goal: to become a physical therapist. Thanks to the entire team! 🏃 #StrongSchools #StrongCommunity

🚧 Black Knight Drive Temporary Closure 🚧 Black Knight Drive will be closed on July 27, 2025, for maintenance work at the Civic Center. The street will reopen that day once the work is complete.

This summer, our students explored career pathways through hands-on internships with amazing community partners. Thank you to each business and mentor for supporting our future professionals! Evan Clowdus also interned at First State Community Bank, with plans to pursue a career in finance. Thanks to Alex, Tyler, Desiree, Alison, Meghan, and Sunny! #StrongSchools #StrongCommunity

Happy Fourth of July!

This summer, our students explored career pathways through hands-on internships with amazing community partners. Thank you to each business and mentor for supporting our future professionals! Kale Tiefenauer worked at Boyd and Associates and is pursuing a future in corporate business. Thanks to Jaci Rogers and Katie Stephens! 💼 #StrongSchools #StrongCommunity

This summer, our students explored career pathways through hands-on internships with excellent community partners. Thank you to each business and mentor for supporting our future professionals! Ben Talley interned with the IT team at First State Community Bank, exploring tech as a career. Thanks to Garron, Michael, Trenton, and Jordon! 💻 #StrongSchools #StrongCommunity

This summer, our students explored career pathways through hands-on internships with amazing community partners. Thank you to each business and mentor for supporting our future professionals! Kayla Clubb worked at Lincoln Intermediate and hopes to teach history or elementary school. Thanks to Ms. Micki Smith and the staff at Lincoln! 📚 #StrongSchools #StrongCommunity

Please join us in welcoming Mrs. Jaimee Sutherland as the new Principal of Roosevelt Elementary! 🎉 With 16 years of experience in education—including 13 years teaching math and the last 3 years as Assistant Principal at Farmington Middle School—Mrs. Sutherland brings incredible passion and leadership to her new role. A proud Farmington native, she’s excited to build strong relationships with students, staff, and families while continuing Roosevelt’s tradition of academic and emotional support.

This summer, our students explored career pathways through hands-on internships with amazing community partners. Thank you to each business and mentor for supporting our future professionals! Claire Tinnin interned at Racquel Aesthetics & Wellness. Her dream is to be an aesthetic nurse injector. Thank you, Racquel Frisella! 💉

The deadline to register is fast approaching! 🎒 Back to School Bash 2025! 🎒 Presented by Community of Unity 📅 Saturday, July 26th, 2025 📍 MAC Tech Building, Mineral Area College 🕘 Time TBD Get ready for an incredible day of support and celebration as we send students into the school year with everything they need to succeed! We’re offering: ✅ FREE school supplies ✅ FREE backpacks ✅ FREE shoes … and more! ✨ Available to ALL K-12 students in St. Francois County. 📝 Pre-registration is required – don’t wait! 🔗 Register here: https://forms.gle/DEeskz9wVG6F5iU46 🗓️ Registration opens May 1st and ends July 5th 📩 Questions? Email: cou.outreach.rwc@gmail.com

This summer, our students explored career pathways through hands-on internships with amazing community partners. Thank you to each business and mentor for supporting our future professionals! Scarlette McCoy spent the summer at Truman Learning Center. She hopes to become a kindergarten teacher. Thanks to Abbi Snyder for the support! 🍎 #StrongSchools #StrongCommunity