Track & Field will be having a baked goods silent auction fundraiser at the Courtwarming game this Friday night, 2/9/24. All proceeds will go towards theTrack & Field team, to be used specifically for snacks that are provided to the student athletes at the track events.
Courtwarming is next week, February 6-9
Celebrate by participating in spirit week!
Did you know Sweet Springs R7 partners with Burrell Youth Services? Burrell Youth Services provides school based counseling services. More information can be found at https://www.burrellcenter.com/our-services/integrated-services/school-based-services/
If you have a student that would benefit from mental health services, please contact the building level administrator or school counselor to start the referral process.
Through our partnership with HCC Network, we were sent information for assistance with electric bills.
ERPP applications will now be accepted in all Evergy MO territories (Metro & West) as of February 1st! ERPP provides approved customers with a monthly credit up to $65 for 12 months on their Evergy accounts.
Eligibility includes:
An active Evergy account (not disconnected or at risk of disconnection)
On a current payment arrangement
Income is at or below 200% of the Federal Poverty Level
No previous history of tampering
Please visit the ERPP webpage for more information to apply! (The school does not have additional information, you must visit the website above if interested)
Congrats to SSR7 students who were selected to perform in the I-70 Conference Band next month!
Due to road conditions, the Slater Tournament games have been pushed back a day. Boys will now play at 9 pm tomorrow night (01.23.24) and girls will play at 7:30 pm Wednesday night (01.24.24). See updated bracket below.
At this time, Jam the Gym Festivities are still on for tomorrow night, January 18th!
*Conference Home Game between Sweet Springs Greyhounds and Wellington-Napoleon Tigers
*BBQ Beef Special at the Junior Class Concessions Stand
*Dessert Silent Auction for the Publications/Yearbook Class
*Rise and Shine! School will be in session today (1/17/24). Some delays for buses should be expected as routes will have to go slower than usual.
*Student drivers: Give yourself plenty of time. Drive slow and be cautious.
*VoTech students do not have to arrive until 4th hour.
No school Tuesday, January 16th, due to dangerously cold temperatures and wind chill conditions. Hope to see everyone on Wednesday! Stay safe and warm!
Out of an abundance of caution with dropping temps and potential for slick roads, school will not be in session today, 1/12/24. Be safe and stay warm!
School will be in session tomorrow, 1/11/24. Some delays for buses should be expected as rural routes will have to go slower than usual.
Due to inclement weather and road conditions, there will be no school tomorrow, 1/10/24.
The 'Jam the Gym' game scheduled for Tuesday, January 9th, versus Wellington-Napoleon has been RESCHEDULED for Thursday, January 18th. In addition, the Junior Class will be offering a BBQ Beef Special at concessions that night, with all proceeds going towards the Jr/Sr Prom.
Due to inclement weather, there will be no school Tuesday, 1/9/24.
Elementary students and staff enjoying Greyhound Family time! Each family worked together to make ornaments and Christmas cards to spread some holiday cheer! Christmas Cards were made for our friends at the Sweet Springs Villa. Also, be sure to check out our snowflake ornaments which will be displayed at Old School Coffee! Merry Christmas and Happy New Year to All!
Great performance by the K-3 music classes!
Great Job by the 4th-6th grade band and music classes!
If you would like to enjoy a cookie, along with some delightful Christmas music, at the JH & HS Music Program tomorrow night, the Music Department will have some cookies for sale. $1/cookie
Greyhound Fans,
Canned or non-perishable food items will be accepted by Student Council at Lafayette County C-1 School in lieu of admission for the Greyhound-Husker basketball games scheduled at Higginsville for Tuesday evening, December 12th.
Results of the second air quality test indicate it is safe for students and staff to return to school tomorrow, 12/12. School will be in session!