Southern Boone Elementary School

09/25/2026

🦅 EAGLES HOMECOMING SPIRIT WEEK! 🦅

Get ready to show your Eagles pride during Homecoming Spirit Week, September 28th–October 2nd! 🎉

Check out the attached flyer for each day’s dress-up theme and get ready to celebrate Homecoming in style!

LET’S GO, EAGLES! 🦅❤️🖤

09/25/2026

🌟 STAFF SPOTLIGHT! 🌟

Today we’re shining the spotlight on our other amazing Gifted Resource Teacher, Mrs. Ashton Barner!❤️🖤

Thank you for challenging, inspiring, and encouraging our gifted learners to think creatively, explore new ideas, and reach their full potential! Your passion for learning and dedication to our students make such a difference each day.

Name: Ashton Barner

Birthday: March

Position: 2nd and 3rd grade Gifted Resource Teacher

Years in Education: 3

Favorite School Supply: Flair Pens

Fun Facts about Mrs. Barner:

1) In my free time, my husband and I spent lots of time outdoors. We enjoy going on the river for boat rides, fishing, and relaxing on the sandbar.

2) I have a 4 year old chocolate lab who loves going for side by side rides and walks on the Katy Trail.

3) I am currently working on my masters degree.

09/24/2026

🌟 STAFF SPOTLIGHT! 🌟

Today we’re celebrating one of our amazing Gifted Resource Teachers, Mrs. Justine Rogers!🧠✨

Thank you for challenging, inspiring, and encouraging our students to think creatively, ask questions, and reach their full potential. Your dedication helps our students grow their talents and discover just how much they can accomplish!

Name: Justine Rogers

Birthday: November 4th

Position: Gifted Resource Teacher

Years in Education: 32 years!

Favorite School Supply: Flair Pens

Fun Facts about Mrs. Rogers:

1) I love to take students on educational field trips -- we've been to New York, Washington, DC, Florida,
Puerto Rico, and Costa Rica!

2) I love to present at conferences on education.

3) I also teach English and education classes at Columbia College.

09/24/2026

📚🚨 LAST CALL FOR READING CLUB! 🚨📚

This is your last chance to sign up for our Fall Reading Club!

Calling all 3rd & 4th graders who LOVE to read! We’ll spend time reading, talking about books, and having lots of fun together!

📅 Fall Club Dates:
October 6, 13, 20, 27 & November 3, 17
⏰ 3:15–4:30 PM
📍 Southern Boone Elementary

✨ Only a few spots remain! Don’t miss out!

👉 Sign up today before registration closes! 📚🦅

Southern Boone Teachers are providing an after school reading club for those who love to read! This club is to encourage a love of reading, build social & discussion skills, and make reading fun & engaging! We only have a select number of signs ups, so if your child is interested, please sign up! Mo...

09/23/2026

📚✨ CURRICULUM NIGHT REMINDER! ✨📚

We can’t wait to see our Third & Fourth Grade families this Thursday, September 24th, from 6:00–7:00 PM! 🦅❤️🖤

Come learn more about what’s happening in your child’s classroom, our curriculum, and what to expect throughout the school year!

09/22/2026

🌟 STAFF SPOTLIGHT! 🌟

Today we are shining the spotlight on our wonderful Special Education Teacher, Mrs. Lindsey Sapp! ❤️🖤

Mrs. Sapp is dedicated to helping every student feel supported, confident, and capable. Her patience, compassion, and commitment make a difference in the lives of our students each and every day.

Name: Mrs. Lindsey Sapp

Birthday: August 10th

Position: Special Education Teacher

Years in Education: 2 years

Favorite School Supply: Flair Pens and Laminating Sheets!

Fun Facts about Mrs. Sapp:

1) I'm a boy mom & a dog mom!

2) I LOVE to read!

3) I played competitive basketball.

09/21/2026

🌟 STAFF SPOTLIGHT! 🌟

Today we’re shining the spotlight on one of our amazing Special Education teachers, Mrs. Emily Plank!❤️🖤

Thank you for the compassion, patience, and dedication you bring to our students each and every day. You work hard to help every student feel supported, confident, and successful. We are so lucky to have you!

Name: Mrs. Emily Plank

Birthday: June 21st

Position: Special Education Teacher

Years in Education: 6 years

Favorite School Supply: Flair Pens

Fun Facts about Mrs. Plank:

1) I love to bake!

2) I love to travel!

09/21/2026

📚✨ READING CLUB SIGN-UP! ✨📚

We’re excited to kick off our Reading Club for 3rd & 4th graders! 🦅📖

Spots are limited to the first 25 students, so be sure to sign up below!!

📅 Fall Dates: October 6, 13, 20 & 27 • November 3 & 17
⏰ 3:15–4:30 PM
📍 Southern Boone Elementary

We can’t wait to read, learn, and have some fun together! 📚❤️🖤

Southern Boone Teachers are providing an after school reading club for those who love to read! This club is to encourage a love of reading, build social & discussion skills, and make reading fun & engaging! We only have a select number of signs ups, so if your child is interested, please sign up! Mo...

09/18/2026

🌟 STAFF SPOTLIGHT! 🌟

Today we are celebrating our awesome Speech/Language Pathologist, Mrs. Michelle Ford!

Mrs. Ford plays such an important role in helping our students find their voice, build confidence, and develop the communication skills they need to be successful both in and out of the classroom. We are so thankful for the patience, encouragement, and expertise she brings to our school each day! ❤️🦅

Name: Michelle Ford

Birthday: April 12th

Position: Speech/Language Pathologist

Years in Education: 24 years with 8 at Southern Boone

Favorite School Supply: Post It Notes

Fun Facts about Mrs. Ford:

1) I love to hike, ride my bike, and oil paint.

2) I became a Nana on 12/25/24!

3) My husband Jason and I have been married 34 years.

09/18/2026

Clucks, oinks, & moo-velous memories at FFA barnyard!🐷🦆🐍🐮Have a wonderful and safe weekend, Eagles!🦅