Celebrating FFA Week at South Callaway R-II Schools!
February 21–28
This week we’re proud to recognize Middle and High School students in grades 7-12 who are growing more than crops — they’re growing leadership, responsibility, and real-world skills that will serve them for a lifetime.
Through agricultural education, supervised experiences, and hands-on competitions, our FFA members develop confidence, teamwork, and career readiness that extends far beyond the classroom. Their work reflects the strong agricultural traditions of our community and the bright future ahead.
Please join us in supporting our FFA chapter and the future leaders of agriculture. Happy FFA Week to our outstanding South Callaway Bulldogs!
February 21–28
This week we’re proud to recognize Middle and High School students in grades 7-12 who are growing more than crops — they’re growing leadership, responsibility, and real-world skills that will serve them for a lifetime.
Through agricultural education, supervised experiences, and hands-on competitions, our FFA members develop confidence, teamwork, and career readiness that extends far beyond the classroom. Their work reflects the strong agricultural traditions of our community and the bright future ahead.
Please join us in supporting our FFA chapter and the future leaders of agriculture. Happy FFA Week to our outstanding South Callaway Bulldogs!
📘 Strategic Planning at South Callaway R-II Takes Everyone’s Voice!
Each year during the first semester, the South Callaway R-II School District brings together a dedicated team of educators, staff members, and community representatives to review, revise, and refresh our district priorities. This annual process helps ensure that our work remains focused on what matters most for students and families.
Our planning centers on four key areas:
🔹 Progressive Leadership
🔹 Effective Teaching and Learning
🔹 Collaborative Climate and Culture
🔹 Equity in Education
This 22-member strategic planning team digs into everything from student achievement data and survey results to employee recruitment and retention, safe and secure facilities, and issues of district governance. Through thoughtful discussion and careful analysis, the team works together to develop and refine our Comprehensive School Improvement Plan (CSIP).
The CSIP serves as a dynamic, living master document that guides decision-making and continuous improvement across the district — always with the goal of preparing South Callaway students to be success-ready citizens.
Thank you to the team members who invest their time and insight to help shape the future of South Callaway, and to Dr. Tanya Vest & Dr. Kevin Daniel for facilitating our work!
Each year during the first semester, the South Callaway R-II School District brings together a dedicated team of educators, staff members, and community representatives to review, revise, and refresh our district priorities. This annual process helps ensure that our work remains focused on what matters most for students and families.
Our planning centers on four key areas:
🔹 Progressive Leadership
🔹 Effective Teaching and Learning
🔹 Collaborative Climate and Culture
🔹 Equity in Education
This 22-member strategic planning team digs into everything from student achievement data and survey results to employee recruitment and retention, safe and secure facilities, and issues of district governance. Through thoughtful discussion and careful analysis, the team works together to develop and refine our Comprehensive School Improvement Plan (CSIP).
The CSIP serves as a dynamic, living master document that guides decision-making and continuous improvement across the district — always with the goal of preparing South Callaway students to be success-ready citizens.
Thank you to the team members who invest their time and insight to help shape the future of South Callaway, and to Dr. Tanya Vest & Dr. Kevin Daniel for facilitating our work!
The South Callaway Athletic Department is proud to announce that senior Graden Pontius has
signed his Letter of Intent to continue his academic and football career at the University of
Central Missouri.
Graden has been a dynamic and impactful presence for the bulldogs, standing out as both our
starting linebacker and quarterback during his career. His versatility, football IQ, and toughness
have made him one of the most respected competitors in our area. His performance earned him
multiple All-Conference and All-District honors throughout his career.
Beyond football, Graden exemplifies the definition of a true multi-sport student-athlete. He is a
four-sport competitor and key contributor in basketball, baseball, and track, demonstrating
year-round commitment to excellence. His impact across multiple programs speaks to his work
ethic, competitive drive, and team-first mindset.
At the University of Central Missouri, he will join a respected NCAA Division II program with a
strong football tradition. The opportunity to continue his career at UCM is a testament to the
dedication he has shown. The entire South Callaway community congratulates Graden and his
family on this tremendous accomplishment. We thank him for the leadership and pride he has
brought to our programs and look forward to following his continued success with the Mules.
Pictured FR L-R: Grace Pontius (sister), Graden Pontius, Kellie Pontius (mother), Corey Pontius
(father)
Pictured BR: South Callaway Football coaching staff
signed his Letter of Intent to continue his academic and football career at the University of
Central Missouri.
Graden has been a dynamic and impactful presence for the bulldogs, standing out as both our
starting linebacker and quarterback during his career. His versatility, football IQ, and toughness
have made him one of the most respected competitors in our area. His performance earned him
multiple All-Conference and All-District honors throughout his career.
Beyond football, Graden exemplifies the definition of a true multi-sport student-athlete. He is a
four-sport competitor and key contributor in basketball, baseball, and track, demonstrating
year-round commitment to excellence. His impact across multiple programs speaks to his work
ethic, competitive drive, and team-first mindset.
At the University of Central Missouri, he will join a respected NCAA Division II program with a
strong football tradition. The opportunity to continue his career at UCM is a testament to the
dedication he has shown. The entire South Callaway community congratulates Graden and his
family on this tremendous accomplishment. We thank him for the leadership and pride he has
brought to our programs and look forward to following his continued success with the Mules.
Pictured FR L-R: Grace Pontius (sister), Graden Pontius, Kellie Pontius (mother), Corey Pontius
(father)
Pictured BR: South Callaway Football coaching staff
Mrs. Brumfield's 8th grade students created American History Themed board games and invited parents and elementary students to come learn and play.
Middle School Social Studies students sampled traditional British tea and the colonists' "Liberty Tea" they drank to boycott the taxes on tea and sugar.
SCHS FBLA members attended the District Leadership Conference at Westminster College on Friday, February 13th. Students competed in online tests and performance events. Thirteen students qualified for the State Leadership Conference in Springfield, April 12-14. Congratulations to everyone who participated!
Congratulations to the following FBLA members on their 2026 District Leadership Conference
Results! Listed below are those that finished in the top 10 - Top 5 received medals!
(**indicates state qualifying)
Advertising - Aiden J - 6th place; Kai L - 7th place
Agribusiness - Hailey L - 7th place
Business Communications - Hayden H - 10th place
Computer Problem Solving - Tanner W - 8th place
Economics - Ryan C - 4th place**
Health Care Administration - Isabelle M - 2nd place**; Aiden J - 7th place
Hospitality & Event Management - Hailey L & Michaela S - 3rd place
Insurance & Risk Management - Natalie P - 2nd place**
Intro to Business Communications - Eli H - 3rd place**; Molly R - 7th place
Intro to Business Concepts - Eli H - 1st place**; Hayden H - 2nd place**; Brody T -
3rd place**
Intro to Business Presentation - Hailey L, Jordin M, & Molly R - 1st place**
Intro to Business Procedures - Eli H - 2nd place**
Intro to Public Speaking - Michaela S - 3rd place
Intro to Supply Chain Management - Molly R - 2nd place**; Jordin M - 5th place**
Job Interview - Ryan C - 1st place**
Journalism - Kai L - 5th place**
Marketing - Ryan C & Aaron H - 1st place**
Organizational Leadership - Aiden J - 3rd place**
Project Management - Jordin M - 9th place
Public Administration & Management - Natalie P - 3rd place**
Real Estate - Aaron H - 8th place
Securities & Investments - Chase H - 5th place**
Congratulations to the following FBLA members on their 2026 District Leadership Conference
Results! Listed below are those that finished in the top 10 - Top 5 received medals!
(**indicates state qualifying)
Advertising - Aiden J - 6th place; Kai L - 7th place
Agribusiness - Hailey L - 7th place
Business Communications - Hayden H - 10th place
Computer Problem Solving - Tanner W - 8th place
Economics - Ryan C - 4th place**
Health Care Administration - Isabelle M - 2nd place**; Aiden J - 7th place
Hospitality & Event Management - Hailey L & Michaela S - 3rd place
Insurance & Risk Management - Natalie P - 2nd place**
Intro to Business Communications - Eli H - 3rd place**; Molly R - 7th place
Intro to Business Concepts - Eli H - 1st place**; Hayden H - 2nd place**; Brody T -
3rd place**
Intro to Business Presentation - Hailey L, Jordin M, & Molly R - 1st place**
Intro to Business Procedures - Eli H - 2nd place**
Intro to Public Speaking - Michaela S - 3rd place
Intro to Supply Chain Management - Molly R - 2nd place**; Jordin M - 5th place**
Job Interview - Ryan C - 1st place**
Journalism - Kai L - 5th place**
Marketing - Ryan C & Aaron H - 1st place**
Organizational Leadership - Aiden J - 3rd place**
Project Management - Jordin M - 9th place
Public Administration & Management - Natalie P - 3rd place**
Real Estate - Aaron H - 8th place
Securities & Investments - Chase H - 5th place**
The ES would like to welcome back Brendon Mealy to the team for the 26/27 SY. Brendon completed his student teaching in the Elementary fall of 2025.
"I chose to do my student teaching at South Callaway because I wanted to be able to give back to the community that gave me so much. The culture, students and staff here at South Callaway are one of a kind, and I wanted to continue to be a part of it."
"I chose to do my student teaching at South Callaway because I wanted to be able to give back to the community that gave me so much. The culture, students and staff here at South Callaway are one of a kind, and I wanted to continue to be a part of it."
South Callaway Athletic Department
2/11/26
The South Callaway Athletic Department is proud to announce that Reece Pahl has signed her
letter of intent to continue her academic and athletic career at William Woods University,
where she will compete in the track and field program.
This achievement is a direct reflection of her dedication, perseverance, and commitment to
excellence throughout her high school career. Reece has consistently represented South
Callaway with pride, determination, and class both on and off the track.
Beyond the medals and accolades, what truly sets her apart is her leadership, work ethic, and
positive influence on her teammates. She has been a steady and encouraging presence in our
program and has helped set the standard for what it means to be a student-athlete at South
Callaway.
We congratulate Reece and her family on this outstanding accomplishment and wish her
continued success as she begins this exciting new chapter at William Woods University.
Picture L-R FR: Mary Buffington (grandmother), Ellen Pahl (mother), Reece Pahl, Eric Pahl
(father), Parker Pahl (brother) BR: Jim Buffington (grandfather), SC coaches Bill Frazee,
Morgan Brightwell, Steve Wisch, Jim Hager, Jacob Polacek (WWU Asst Coach)
2/11/26
The South Callaway Athletic Department is proud to announce that Reece Pahl has signed her
letter of intent to continue her academic and athletic career at William Woods University,
where she will compete in the track and field program.
This achievement is a direct reflection of her dedication, perseverance, and commitment to
excellence throughout her high school career. Reece has consistently represented South
Callaway with pride, determination, and class both on and off the track.
Beyond the medals and accolades, what truly sets her apart is her leadership, work ethic, and
positive influence on her teammates. She has been a steady and encouraging presence in our
program and has helped set the standard for what it means to be a student-athlete at South
Callaway.
We congratulate Reece and her family on this outstanding accomplishment and wish her
continued success as she begins this exciting new chapter at William Woods University.
Picture L-R FR: Mary Buffington (grandmother), Ellen Pahl (mother), Reece Pahl, Eric Pahl
(father), Parker Pahl (brother) BR: Jim Buffington (grandfather), SC coaches Bill Frazee,
Morgan Brightwell, Steve Wisch, Jim Hager, Jacob Polacek (WWU Asst Coach)
South Callaway Athletic Department
2/11/26
The South Callaway Athletic Department is proud to announce that Kolton Adrian has officially
signed to continue his academic and football athletic career at William Jewell College.
This is a tremendous accomplishment and a reflection of the dedication, perseverance, and
commitment Kolton has shown throughout his time at South Callaway. Representing our school
with pride both in competition and in the classroom, he has consistently exemplified what it
means to be a student-athlete.
Continuing athletics at the collegiate level is a testament not only to talent, but to years of hard
work and sacrifice. We are confident that Kolton will represent South Callaway and our
community with the same class and determination at William Jewell.
Pictured L-R: FR: Angie Adrian (mother), Kolton Adrian, Shane Adrian (father) BR Coaches
Daniel Burns, Kayle Boehmer, Chad Hecktor, Steve Wisch, Bill Frazee, Nick Trammell, Tucker
Bartley, Jim Hager, Mason Mershon, Brendon Mealy
2/11/26
The South Callaway Athletic Department is proud to announce that Kolton Adrian has officially
signed to continue his academic and football athletic career at William Jewell College.
This is a tremendous accomplishment and a reflection of the dedication, perseverance, and
commitment Kolton has shown throughout his time at South Callaway. Representing our school
with pride both in competition and in the classroom, he has consistently exemplified what it
means to be a student-athlete.
Continuing athletics at the collegiate level is a testament not only to talent, but to years of hard
work and sacrifice. We are confident that Kolton will represent South Callaway and our
community with the same class and determination at William Jewell.
Pictured L-R: FR: Angie Adrian (mother), Kolton Adrian, Shane Adrian (father) BR Coaches
Daniel Burns, Kayle Boehmer, Chad Hecktor, Steve Wisch, Bill Frazee, Nick Trammell, Tucker
Bartley, Jim Hager, Mason Mershon, Brendon Mealy
🎮💯 LEVEL UP TO 100! 💯🎮
Monday our students officially unlocked Level 100 as we celebrated the 100th Day of School! From counting, building, reading, and experimenting to moving, creating, and playing, our learners showed just how much they’ve leveled up since the first day of school
Monday our students officially unlocked Level 100 as we celebrated the 100th Day of School! From counting, building, reading, and experimenting to moving, creating, and playing, our learners showed just how much they’ve leveled up since the first day of school
What a weekend for the South Callaway Middle School Drama Club! With two productions, our students absolutely shined.
Over 33 talented students brought Murder on the Monkey Express to life — from acting to set design, props, lights, sound, hair & makeup, costumes, and everything in between. Every detail reflected their hard work, creativity, and teamwork.
We are so proud of each and every one of them for the dedication they showed both onstage and behind the scenes.
Over 33 talented students brought Murder on the Monkey Express to life — from acting to set design, props, lights, sound, hair & makeup, costumes, and everything in between. Every detail reflected their hard work, creativity, and teamwork.
We are so proud of each and every one of them for the dedication they showed both onstage and behind the scenes.
Inspire a Love of Reading
Juniors are starting to prepare for life after High School! The class of 2027 listened to an informative presentation today about planning and preparing for college, presented by the Missouri Department of Higher Education.
Several juniors also took a trip to State Tech this week where they learned about all of the various programs offered, and took a campus tour!
It's a great day to be a bulldog! #rootEdMissouri
Several juniors also took a trip to State Tech this week where they learned about all of the various programs offered, and took a campus tour!
It's a great day to be a bulldog! #rootEdMissouri
THANK YOU TO OUR SCHOOL COUNSELORS!
ENJOY THIS SOUTH CALLAWAY PTSO FUNDRAISER!
The Public and Staff PREORDER form for Bulldog Brew & Bites is open through February 11th! Stop by on February 13th starting at 7:30am. In-person orders with cash will also be accepted day of until sold out.
We’ll be serving iced coffee, energy drinks, and donuts — plus carnations will be available for purchase.
If you would like flowers delivered to a student or staff member, please place your order using the preorder form pinned at the top of our Facebook page.
Please note: carnations purchased on February 13th are not eligible for PTSO delivery.
Preorder Here: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdPe-veim_hdnvv-jNJQiVRtYPuqJuv-iArCEMILPDRGMyKDg/viewform
Authorized Venmo Links:
https://venmo.com/u/Ashley-DuPont-22
https://venmo.com/u/Erinsheakanuckel
https://venmo.com/u/danahillmer
https://venmo.com/u/shanna-luebbert
Did you know that the Bulldog School Market has expanded to offer more accessibility to all students? Contact our School, Family, Community Liaison to learn more or to schedule a visit!
This weekend - MS Drama Club puts on Murder on the Monkey Express
This weekend - MS Drama Club puts on Murder on the Monkey Express
Get ready for Murder on the Monkey Express — a zany, laugh-out-loud comedy for the whole family that’s way more fun than mystery and absolutely not monkeying around! Cost is $5 per person and all proceeds fund the SC Drama Club's productions. Concessions will be available as well.
Watch the trailer and don’t miss this adventure — it’s a ride you won’t forget!
https://youtu.be/sGQ0cMBuDAU
Watch the trailer and don’t miss this adventure — it’s a ride you won’t forget!
https://youtu.be/sGQ0cMBuDAU
NO SCHOOL - Tomorrow, January 27, 2026
