Ray Miller Elementary

08/25/2026

See you in the morning!

08/24/2026

See you tomorrow!

08/22/2026

Please help us welcome Ms. Hannah Champ, a new third grade teacher at Ray Miller Elementary School!

Hannah comes to us having been a paraprofessional at Rolla Senior High School and a substitute teacher here in Kirksville. Originally from Rolla, she earned both her bachelor's degree in creative writing and her master's degree in elementary education from Truman. For Hannah, the most rewarding part of teaching is building strong relationships with her students and watching them grow throughout the year.

Outside of school, she enjoys spending time with her other half and her two dogs, exploring the outdoors, getting lost in a good fantasy book, and adding to her plant collection.

08/21/2026

08/20/2026

See you at open house tomorrow from 12:00-2:00!

08/19/2026

We were excited to welcome teachers back to RME today! 🧡
We can’t wait to see you all open house on Friday!

08/17/2026

Please help us welcome Ms. Abby Micke, new speech-language pathologist at Kirksville Primary School and Ray Miller Elementary!

Abby is starting her first year as a school SLP with us this year. A graduate of Fort Zumwalt South High School, she earned her bachelor's degree from Mizzou, and her master's degree from Maryville University. For Abby, the best part of her job is seeing the kids succeed!

Outside of school, she loves playing volleyball and spending time with her mini Bernedoodle, Anya.

08/17/2026

Please help us welcome Mrs. Alexis Uecker, new third grade teacher at Ray Miller Elementary!

Alexis comes to the district after subbing and teaching second grade at Faith Lutheran the last few years. She is originally from McCook, Nebraska, and earned her bachelor's degree in early childhood education from Peru State College. For Alexis, the best part of teaching is the connections she gets to make with her students and watching them grow throughout the year.

Outside of school, she loves spending quality time with her family and friends—and she is extra excited to welcome a baby boy to her family this November!

08/13/2026

Please help us welcome Mrs. Holly Whitacre, new fifth grade teacher at Ray Miller Elementary!

Holly brings 20 years of experience with her and she taught for us in the past at Kirksville Primary. She also taught fourth grade at La Plata and most recently served as a conservation educator for the Missouri Department of Conservation. She earned her bachelor's degree in elementary education from Buena Vista University, and a master's degree in curriculum and instruction from Graceland University. For Holly, the best part of teaching is building relationships with her students and making learning fun and engaging.

Outside of school, she stays busy following her two children's sports schedules, serving as Youth Director at First United Methodist Church, and enjoying reading, cooking, and the outdoors through hunting and fishing.