We currently have several open positions for the summer and the 2025-2026 school year. Apply online at https://t2m.io/FSDKnights Current Positions Open: PK-12 Speech-Language Pathologist Special Services Teacher For Non-Traditional Setting Elementary Special Services Teacher (Behavioral Needs) High School Science Maintenance/Custodial Parents as Teacher Educator (Part Time) Paraprofessional-Special Services Summer Student Worker Bus Aide-Part Time Bus Aide/Cafeteria Worker - Full Time Route Bus Driver Food Service - 2-hour or 6.5-hour positions Substitute Teachers, Nurses, Bus Drivers, Administrative Assistants

Who’s That? Meet Jennifer Mattina! Jennifer Mattina is a Kindergarten teacher at TLC who brings passion, joy, and plenty of stories to the classroom. Originally from Springfield, she now calls Farmington home—and she’s been shaping young minds in the district for years. 🍎 Before teaching, Jennifer worked at an ophthalmologist’s office, helping patients examine their eyes and choose glasses. She’s more into coins than contacts these days—she collects rare quarters and raises chickens who love mealworms and watermelon! 🐓 Jennifer loves time with her family, especially visiting grandparents during the holidays or relaxing in a treehouse on an anniversary getaway. She’s also the proud owner of Sadie, a blue heeler who’s the “best dog ever.” 🐶 One of her favorite parts of teaching is seeing former students, sometimes a decade or more later, stop by and say, “Do you remember me?” That full-circle moment never gets old. Thank you, Jennifer, for your dedication and the heart you bring to our students! #StrongSchools #StrongCommunity

📱 FSD Reminder: School resumes Tuesday, April 22. Many students in grades 3–8 will begin state testing on Tuesday. We’ve attached a flyer with helpful tips on why the tests matter, how to support your child, and testing day reminders. 📝✨ 📣 Please remind students in grades 5–12 to charge their Chromebooks and bring them to school on Tuesday. Thank you for partnering with us! 💛

✨ Behind every smooth-running school is an incredible administrative assistant! ✨ This week, we’re celebrating the heart of our offices—our amazing administrative assistants across the Farmington R-7 School District. 💛 From juggling phone calls and schedules to supporting students, staff, and families with kindness and care, you keep us organized, calm, and connected. Thank you for all that you do every single day! 🖤💛

📚✨ Teens, get ready for TWO exciting opportunities at the Farmington Public Library! 🎉 📦 Teen Book Box Sign-ups open April 7 for ages 12–18! Receive a mystery box with 2–3 books picked just for you, plus themed treats, activities, and more. It’s like a birthday surprise—even if it’s not your birthday! 🎁 📍 Stop by the library to claim yours before they’re gone! 🎭 Teen Library Con 🗓️ Saturday, June 21 | 11 AM – 8 PM A full day of FREE fun just for teens ages 11–18! 🎮 Cosplay, D&D, workshops, games, food, crafts, prizes, and more! Come and go as you please—there’s something for everyone! Let’s show some love to our local library for keeping things fun, fresh, and full of imagination. 💛📖 #FarmingtonR7 #KnightsRead #TeenLibraryFun #BookBoxMagic #LibraryCon2025

🐣🌷 Happy Easter from Farmington R-7! 🌷🐣 Wishing our students, families, and staff a joyful and peaceful Easter. May your day be filled with hope, happiness, and special moments with loved ones. 💛

🌼🌱 It's time to get your gardens growing! 🌱🌼 Join us for the Farmington FFA Plant Sale from April 29th through May 2nd! 🗓️ Sale Hours: • April 29 – May 1: 3:00–5:30 PM • May 2: 9:00 AM–3:30 PM 📍Located at the Ag Shop behind the Fieldhouse Choose from a wide variety of flowers and vegetable plants, all grown with care by our amazing Ag students. 🌿💪 Prices range from $1.50–$20 depending on size and type of plant. 🌸 Come early for the best selection and support the hands-on learning happening right here in our schools! #FarmingtonFFA #PlantSale #SupportAgEd #FarmingtonStrong

💼 People & Programs: Real-World Work Experience for FHS Students 💼 Through Mrs. Kayla Pratte’s Transition/Work Experience program at Farmington High School, juniors and seniors gain valuable hands-on experience by working in local businesses throughout the community. This program provides supported job placements that help students: ✅ Build job readiness skills ✅ Develop independence and confidence ✅ Prepare for life after graduation with real-world experience Connecting classroom learning with community-based work better equips students to transition into the workforce or further education after high school. 📌#StrongSchools #StrongCommunity

🖤💛 This morning, our Health and Wellness Team gathered bright and early to continue shaping a strong foundation for student and staff well-being at Farmington R-7. We focused on three key areas driving our work: ✔️ Mental Health & Healthy Behavior ✔️ Substance Abuse Prevention ✔️ Sense of Belonging Using the WSCC model (Whole School, Whole Community, Whole Child), we explored how our 2024–2027 Wellness Strategic Plan supports a healthier, more connected learning environment. Thoughtful conversations sparked new ideas and highlighted where we can grow next. Every student deserves to feel safe, supported, and seen. And we’re committed to making that happen—together. 💪 #StrongSchools #StrongCommunity #WSCC

Who’s That? Meet Robin Wade! Robin Wade is the Administrative Assistant to the Principal at Farmington High School—and if you've ever been to a home soccer game, you've probably heard her voice on the PA! 🎙️ Robin is a proud Farmington native who loves reading, baking, and cheering on her kids in sports. She once grilled an entire night’s worth of steaks at Ponderosa (including the ribeyes and porterhouses!) and says trying octopus soup was one of her strangest food adventures. 🐙 She treasures time spent with her family at concerts, carving pumpkins during Halloween, or relaxing at the beach. At work, Robin finds joy in serving others and making a positive impact—especially when she sees students who have overcome challenges walk across that graduation stage. 💛🖤 Thank you, Robin, for the heart you bring to our high school daily! #StrongSchools #StrongCommunity #FarmingtonStrong

There will be no school on Friday, April 18th, and Monday, April 21st. Enjoy your time with friends and family!

🎓☀️ Summer Learning Will Be Here Soon! ☀️🎓 We’re excited to offer various Summer Learning Academy opportunities for students entering grades K–12! Whether you want to keep skills sharp or explore something new, we have great options this summer! ✅ Important: You must update your student’s 2025–2026 registration in Infinite Campus before enrolling in summer school. 📆Transportation is available for students who sign up by May 2nd. 🔗 Update registration here: https://www.fsdknights.com/page/infinite-campus 📝 Enroll in summer school here: https://t2m.io/SummerLearning Questions? Reach out to your student’s building office. Let’s make this a summer full of learning and growth! 📚✨ #SummerLearning #StrongSchools #StrongCommunity

🚨 Donation Alert! 🚨 A huge THANK YOU to Parkland Health Center for their generous $1,000 donation to the CTA Cares Backpack Program! 💛🎒 Your support helps provide weekend meals for hundreds of Farmington students in need. Each dollar makes a real difference—and we're so grateful to have partners who care about our kids and community. 🙌 Want to help too? You can donate funds or host a food drive. Every bit counts! 📲 Cash App: $FarmingtonCTA 📧 swhitener@farmington.k12.mo.us #CTACares #StrongSchools #StrongCommunity #BackpackProgram

Meet Mrs. Conway Lincoln Intermediate Assistant Principal 2025-2026 The Farmington R-7 School District is excited to welcome Mrs. Amy Conway as the new Assistant Principal at Lincoln Intermediate. She will replace Mr. Ben Tracy, who has accepted a position in the Wentzville School District. Mrs. Conway brings 15 years of experience in education, having served as a business education teacher, department chair, and leader of several student support programs at Hillsboro High School. Most recently, she served as an assistant principal for Hillsboro’s summer school program and helped secure a $30,000 grant to enhance classroom technology. “I’m thrilled to join the Lincoln Intermediate team,” said Conway. “I look forward to working with Mr. Holloway and building strong relationships with students, staff, and families.” Mrs. Conway believes in leading with integrity, empathy, and a student-centered mindset. She is committed to supporting a positive school culture and helping students connect their learning to the real world. She and her husband Chris have a blended family of four children: Delaney (12), Alexis (14), Molly (21), and Alec (22). Please join us in welcoming Mrs. Conway to the Farmington R-7 community.

🔥 It’s almost time for one of our community’s favorite traditions! 🔥 Join us for the Farmington FFA Pork Steak Dinner on May 15th from 11 AM to 1 PM! For just $12, you’ll get a delicious meal and support our hardworking FFA members. 🍽️ ✨ Your meal includes: ✔️ Pork steak ✔️ Baked beans ✔️ Baked potato ✔️ Slice of bread ✔️ Cookie ✔️ Bottle of water 📦 Delivery available for orders of 8 or more! 📞 Call (573) 701-1310 (Ag Department) with questions. 📲 Scan the QR code or email rbaird@farmington.k12.mo.us to place your order. Let’s show up big for our FFA students—this event always sells out fast, so get your orders in early! 💛💙 #FarmingtonFFA #CommunityFavorite #PorkSteakDay #SupportAgEd #FarmingtonStrong

🎉 100% Score! 🛠️🚌 Join us in congratulating our Farmington R-7 Transportation Department on earning a perfect score on the State Bus Inspection! 🚍 With many of our buses logging over 300,000 miles, this achievement speaks volumes about the dedication and expertise of our incredible mechanics, Jon Gilmer and Brian Jones. The inspector was truly impressed by how well our aging fleet performed—proof that hard work, routine maintenance, and pride in the job make all the difference. 👏 Hats off to Stacy Williams and the entire department for going the extra mile (literally!) to keep our students safe and our buses rolling. 🖤💛 Knights take pride in the details—and today, that pride shows!

📣 Attention FSD Families! The 2025–2026 Annual Registration Update is now open in the Infinite Campus Parent Portal. This update must be completed in order for your student to attend summer school. 🗓 Summer school forms will go out the week of April 22 — don’t delay! ✅ Proof of residency is required to submit your application (photos/screenshots accepted). Access your parent portal at: https://www.fsdknights.com/page/infinite-campus Questions? Call your student’s school or visit www.fsdknights.com

🎤 Now Hiring: Speech Language Pathologist 📍 Farmington R-7 School District Help students find their voice! We're seeking a licensed speech-language pathologist to provide services, evaluations, and support for students with speech/language needs. Requirements: ✔️ Master’s in Speech Language Pathology ✔️ Missouri licensure ✔️ Clean background check Key Responsibilities: ➡️ Provide therapy per IEPs ➡️ Conduct evaluations & write reports ➡️ Collaborate with staff & families ➡️ Attend IEP meetings & maintain records

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Who’s That? Meet Lori Will! Lori Will is a parent educator in our Parents as Teachers program at TLC. She works closely with families from pregnancy through kindergarten entry, offering free support, guidance, and care every step of the way. A proud Elvins native, Lori is a mom of two amazing young adults, a traveler who’s visited 26 states, and a die-hard baseball fan—she and her husband are on a mission to visit every Major League stadium! ⚾ Her favorite tradition is hosting a 4th of July breakfast at home with family. Her favorite weekend activity is simply spending time with those she loves most. We’re grateful for Lori’s commitment to our families and her belief in the power of early childhood support. ❤️#StrongSchools #StrongCommunity #FacesofFarmington