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EAST PRAIRIE, Mo. — East Prairie Middle School has announced its first quarter honor roll for the 2024-2025 school year. Fifth Grade Grace Allen, Violet Allred, Cadence Arington, Lillian Bloor, Cooper Brockus, Casen Caery, Phoebe Clark, Damieon Clubbs, Mia Cornwell, Grant Dodge, Preston Dorris, Zoey Dorris, River Duty, Jayden Fisher, Gabrielle Fowler, Jake Frederick, Millie Garner, Todd Garner, Harper Garnett, Elijah Gephart, Kelton Gunter, Bobby Hankins, Gracie Hennrich, Karley Hill, Braiden Huey, Sophia Hutcheson, August Irby, Alivia Jackson, Kruize Jackson, Zion Johnson, Jonathan Langley, Hayven Ling, Hunter Marks, Catherine McCain, Farrah McCutchen, Aubreigh McMikle, Autumn Mobley, Nevaya Moore, Zoey Moore, Gavin Moses, Paysleigh Oguin, Ivy Patrick, Carson Phillips, Cutter Phillips, Jason Phillips, Archer Poley, Beckett Poley, Melanie Poley, Arrianna Rodgers, Johannah Rosson, Thalia Russell, Wynter Russell, Brantley Shands, Jackson Sipp, Ramsey Small, Jaxon Smith, Caleb Stinnett, Kendriya Story, Colin Taylor, Kane Thurman, Harper Tripp, Jaxon Turner, Addilyn Tyler, Joshua Underwood, Cayleigh Watson, Sebastian Wellington, Peyton Wheatley, Colten Wiley, Brock Williams,. ...

EAST PRAIRIE, Mo. — East Prairie High School has announced its first quarter honor roll for the 2024-2025 schoolyear. Seniors Connor Allred, Kyler Aters, Brian Bazan, Kristen Berry, Sunni Burrell, Braylan Cade, Ellyana Castleman, Adelynn Childers, Amadeus Davis, Henry Evans, Mark Gammons, Savannah...

Oran High School agriculture education students recently participated in the National FFA Convention in Indianapolis, Indiana. During the trip, they were able to meet agricultural students throughout the United States, participate in national agriculture events, attend an FFA-sponsored rodeo and tour large cattle operations from two different states. ...

SIKESTON — Sikeston Public Schools is implementing a series of new initiatives and enhancements aimed at creating a safer learning environment. Sikeston Public Schools Superintendent Shannon Holifield said the added measures are part of the district’s ongoing commitment to ensuring the safety and security of Sikeston R-6 students and staff...

SIKESTON — Aden Cox and Philip “Clay” Shimon were named Sikeston High School Students of the Month for October. Sikeston Public Schools Foundation, which sponsors the monthly program, names two seniors each month for the academic honor during the 2024-2025 school year. Students also receive a certificate and gift card from the Foundation...

ESSEX, Mo. — Richland Elementary in Essex has named its first quarter honor roll students for the 2024-2025 school year. First Grade-Bryer Billingsley, Van Bolt, Hazel Cain, Tanner Collier, Hollis Gregory, Benjamin Grooms, Gabriella Grooms, Liam Johnson, Karson Kimbrel, Lucas Lawson, Nolan Robeson, Hudson Schultz, Greyson Smith, Rhett Vaughn, Eli Waller, Nathaniel Williamson...

SIKESTON — Southeast Missouri Christian Academy in Sikeston had some special visitors Friday, Oct. 18. Drs. Ross and Allison Sindle are the owners of SEMO Cattle Company in Sikeston, and their daughter, Reese, attends the school. The couple talked to students about about calves, how they grow and what they eat. ...

JONESBORO, Ark. – Arkansas State University has announced the list of students who completed degree requirements to graduate at Summer Commencement Aug. 10 at First National Bank Arena. The list includes graduates from 41 states and D.C., and 18 other countries...

Sikeston Middle School has named its sixth grade students of the month for September. The character word of the month was respect. Pictured are front row, from left: Ben Barnes, Aiden Garcia-Hernandez, Kinsley Brown and Emily Burton; and back row: Daelyn McIntyre, Rilynn Sawnson, Darrius Williams, Brody King, Rosalyn Lunderman and Makenzy Thompson. Not pictured is Ella Drake...

Sikeston Middle School has named its fifth grade students of the month for September. The character word of the month was respect. Pictured are front row, from left: Cerae Crenshaw, Quinn Parks, Alexandra Lawerence, Paisley Sullivan and Natalie Gulledge; and back row: Olivia Towe, Jackson Tilmon, Keira Ruedrich, Caroline Sautter, Brian Blissett and Addilynn Towe...

Sikeston Kindergarten and Early Childhood Center has named the Kindergarten Pups of the Month for September. Pictured are front row, from left: Naudia Johann, Bentley Ruedrich, LillyAnne Ryan, Sebastian Suzumu, Hailey Barnes, Tiana Colemen, Mason Goliday, Zacariuos Williams, Alayah Townsend, Tucker Miller and Brylee Kolwyck; and back row: Khalia Koen, Lincoln Smith, Khalia Joliff, Athena Meese, Bobby Newcomer, Maggie Rowe, Alayna Morrison, KJ Masegian, Kyson Mallory, Colt Miller, Chloe Crader, Kamryn Turk, Armond Williams, Muhlek Grant and Luna Taylor. . ...

Sikeston Kindergarten and Early Childhood Center has named its preschool pups of the month for September. Pictured are, from left: Carter Tilmon, Miracle McClinton, Henry Deere, Rhea May, Londyn Dixon, Gatlin Freeman, Emmy Blakely, Cindy Johnson, Adrian Velasco, Aaliyah Davis, Jaxson Lambert and Anayah Patel...

Southeast Elementary in Sikeston has named its character education students for October. Pictured are front row, from left: Hazel Walker, Lily Dozier, Gunner Beeson, Jaxsen Williams, Kamiyah Lamar, Leighton Rapert and KeYari Robinson; and back row: Holland Williamson, Axel Rangel Boites, Corbin Turner, Shivam Maisuriya, Eden Spivey, Katelyn Smith and Annyston Johanson...

Southeast Elementary in Sikeston has named its character education students for September. Pictured are front row, from left: Ryder Brown, Brandon Williams, Peyton Henderson, Railyn Tuttle, Chloe Scott, Brooklyn Davis and Jordan Shaw; and back row: Jace Anderson, Tylan Mack, Amerea Covington, Amari Ray, Zoey Taylor, Shaundrez Anderson and Kyree Williams...

SPRINGFIELD, Mo. — Missouri State University awarded 576 degrees to students in summer 2024. The graduates will participate in the fall commencement ceremony on Dec. 13 at Great Southern Bank Arena. The following local students earned degrees: Josiah Degen of Sikeston graduated with a Bachelor of Science, Entertainment Management, Cum Laude...

SIKESTON — Members of the community, Three Rivers College, Sikeston Public Schools, City of Sikeston and Sikeston Regional Chamber and Economic Development gathered Wednesday, Sept. 25 for a ribbon cutting ceremony for TRC’s Sikeston Technology Lab...

SIKESTON — Nineteen Sikeston High School seniors will vie for the Miss Sikeston crown at 8 p.m. Saturday, Sept. 28 during the final night of the 80th Annual American Legion Cotton Carnival at the Sikeston Jaycee Bootheel Rodeo grounds. Caroline Blanton, who is the daughter of Kevin and Amy Blanton, is the president of DECA, Key Club and ASTRA and co-editor-in-chief of the Bulldog Barker school newspaper. ...

The 33rd Circuit Chief Juvenile Officer Phillip Warren and Sikeston Department of Public Safety Chief Jim McMillen spoke to all Sikeston Public Schools’ students in fifth through 12th on Thursday, Sept. 19 about the legal repercussions of making social media threats and of sharing social media threats. ...

Standard Democrat SIKESTON — Six area high school students will vie for the Miss Cotton Carnival crown at 1:30 p.m. Saturday, Sept. 28 during the 80th Annual America Legion Cotton Carnival at the Sikeston Jaycee Bootheel Rodeo grounds. Miss Cotton Carnival is open to 10th and 11th grade Sikeston High School students and ninth through 12th grade students from area high schools...

SIKESTON — Eight freshmen from Sikeston High School will compete for the title of Junior Miss Sikeston at 8 p.m. Thursday, Sept. 26 during the 80th Annual America Legion Cotton Carnival at the Sikeston Jaycee Bootheel Rodeo grounds. Adalynn “Addie” Anderson, 14-year-old daughter of Jennifer Anderson and Jeremy and Megan Anderson, is a member of the SHS cheerleading team and competition team, Red Peppers and Student Council. ...

SIKESTON — Caroline Blanton and Dakota Thompson were named Sikeston High School Students of the Month for September. Sikeston Public Schools Foundation, which sponsors the monthly program, names two seniors each month for the academic honor during the 2024-2025 school year. Students also receive a certificate and gift card from the Foundation...

SIKESTON — Several school districts in Southeast Missouri have become the target of threats circulating social media platforms, forcing many to increase security on their campuses and, in some cases, cancel their classes and events. Sikeston Public Schools was made aware of several school threats circulating social media platforms, the district announced Thursday, Sept. 12...

Scott County Central School District welcomed several new staff members for the 2024-2025 school year, which began Aug. 21. Pictured are, from left: Sarah Heuring, fifth grade; Madisson Sadler, kindergarten; Dustin James, sixth grade; Brittany Spence, Junior High and High School special education; Megan Williams, 7-9 English Language Arts; and Amanda Felton, early childhood aide. Not pictured are Marianna Eanes, special education aide; and Mary Avance, special education aide...

SIKESTON — As many local schools began the new year this week, some have also implemented new cell phone policies. On the first day of school for Oran R-3 School District, which was Tuesday, Aug. 20, the phone pouch system through the brand, Yondr, was implemented for students in seventh through 12th grades to help the district enforce their cell phone policy...

Students, faculty and staff in the Scott County Central School District returned to school Wednesday for the new year. For more photos of the first day, view the photo gallery at www.standard-democrat.com.

SIKESTON — Despite receiving significant damage to several buildings and properties from the May 26 tornado, the Sikeston R-6 School District is ready for the first day of student attendance on Tuesday, Aug. 20. Superintendent Shannon Holifield provided an update of the Sikeston Career and Technology expansion project and storm damage...

SIKESTON — Sikeston Public Schools hosted its new teacher orientation July 30 at the Sikeston Field House. The first day of class for students and teachers is Tuesday, Aug. 20.

SIKESTON — The Sikeston Public Schools Foundation received a donation earlier this year from the Sikeston Jaycees. According to SPS Foundation Liaison Natalie Coppage, the Jaycees wanted their donation to go to teacher recruitment and retention, and with the help of SPS Foundation and Sikeston R-6 Superintendent Shannon Holifield, they decided the best use was to welcome and thank Sikeston Public Schools’ new teachers with gift cards to use for their new classrooms. ...

Sikeston Kiwanis Club recently made a donate to School Fest which is set for 8 a.m. to 10 a.m. Aug. 3 at Malone Park in Sikeston. There will be free backpacks and school supplies while supplies last. This event is organized and provided by Spread Hope Now, area churches, non-profits and businesses. ...

ORAN, Mo. — Four valedictorians and one salutatorian led Oran High School’s class of 2024 in academics. Valedictorians were Andrew Dennis, Owen Forehand, Lillian Knotts and Molly Spane. Salutatorian was Dixie Shoemaker. Dennis, who is the son of Ryan and Katherine Dennis of Vanduser, was active in baseball, BETA Club, FCA, FFA and member of Guardian Angel Parish in Oran. ...

East Prairie Elementary School preschool students recently participated in their annual St. Jude trike-a-thon. Together, they raised $1,793.73 for St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital in Memphis, Tennessee, adding to the 11-year total of collected money from the past trike-a-thons to make the grand total over $62,000. ...

SIKESTON — Sikeston Middle School has announced its fourth quarter honor roll students for the 2023-2024 school year. Fifth grade Sixth grade...