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West Elementary students of Mrs. O’Sullivan and Mrs. Morey’s fifth grade classes gave a presentation at the January Lamar R-1 School Board meeting, regarding Building Thinking Classrooms. Students use a vertical board in order to work together as they solve problems in random groups of three. The idea is that students are more likely to share in a small group as they are more engaged and can focus longer and teachers are better able to observe their work as it’s being done.

Students introduce use of vertical board at Lamar R-1 board meeting

January 22, 2026

By MELODY METZGERLamar DemocratThe Lamar R-1 School Board meeting was opened by Board President Justin Ogden at 6 p.m. Wednesday, Jan. 21, followed...

Apply now for 2026 Shaping Rural Missouri grants

January 20, 2026

Applications are now open for the FCS Financial Shaping Rural Missouri Grant program. Local 4-H clubs and FFA chapters across the state are encouraged to apply for $500...

Understanding the Annual Performance Report: What It Means for...

January 19, 2026

By BRIAN GILLISSuperintendentIn November I shared information with our community about the first portion of the Performance section of Missouri’s...

Briley Landes, daughter of Brittney and Justin Landes, is the sixth grade Lamar Middle School Student of the Week. Briley’s favorite class is Social Studies and she participates in cheer and softball. Her favorite movie is Star Struck.

Students of the week

January 19, 2026

Lamar High School releases first semester honor roll

January 14, 2026

The first semester honor roll has been released by Lamar High School.High Honor RollSENIORS- Henry Rian Ball, Kileigh Shyanne Ball, Chase Ivan Bennett, Wyatt Lee Blackford,...

Missouri State University’s Fall 2025 Dean’s List

January 13, 2026

SPRINGFIELD- Each semester, students at Missouri State University who attain excellence are named to the deans list.For undergraduate students, criteria include enrollment...

Judah Diggs, son of Mike and Jennifer Diggs, is the sixth grade Lamar Middle School Student of the Week. Judah’s favorite part of school is Social Studies. He participates in basketball, football, quiz bowl and baseball. Judah has three dogs and three cats. His favorite class is P.E. and his favorite movie is "Home Alone."

Students of the week

January 13, 2026

Your child could earn a $2,000 scholarship for college

January 12, 2026

FCS Financial has announced its 2026 scholarship program, offering up to 35 scholarships of $2,000 each to graduating high school seniors. Since 2004, the cooperative has...

East Primary Tigers of the Month for December were, fourth row, left to right, Blakely Lockwood, Rhett Overman, Maliyah Gideon, Kaydence Lawrence, Briggs Harvey, Gwyneth Gordon; third row, left to right, Eric Kavanagh, Parker Hammond, Emmalynne Meadows, Mylo Simmons, Grayson Jones, Tyson Higgins; second row, left to right, Jonathan Bahma, RayLee VanGilder, Rhett Jacobs, Zoey Austin, Ezra Redger, Trax Griffin, Maggie Perkins and front row, left to right, Draven Carr, Ava Pagacz, Kendall Irwin, Parker Kaderly, Keylin Fajardo-Perez, Lakyn Roehrs, Ryan Youngblood. Not pictured is Remix Garcia.

December East Primary Tigers of the Month

January 9, 2026

Mizzou releases fall 2025 dean’s list

January 8, 2026

COLUMBIA, Mo.- The University of Missouri fosters a culture of excellence as they educate future innovators, problem-solvers and leaders. And Tigers continue to rise to the...

Stacia Forst, Liberal Arts teacher, has been named as Liberal R-II School District’s December Employee of the Month. Forst is an outstanding teacher. She has shown great care for her students and provides a classroom that is safe, comfortable and engaging. She is dedicated, challenges her students to be their best and makes a positive impact on the school.

Forst earns Liberal R-II December Employee of Month

January 8, 2026

Zaiden Howarth, son of Julie and Brenton Howarth, is the sixth grade Lamar Middle School Student of the Week. Zaiden enjoys Math and P.E and participates in baseball. His favorite movie is “Home Alone” and he has a lot of pets.

Students of the week

January 7, 2026

Martin named to SNHU President's List

January 7, 2026

MANCHESTER, NH- Heather Martin of Sheldon (64784) has been named to Southern New Hampshire University’s (SNHU) Fall 2025 President's List. The fall terms run from September...

Barton County Retired Teachers hold first meeting of new year

January 7, 2026

January 6 was the first chapter meeting of the Barton County Retired Educators at the Lamar Christian Church. Sixteen members met as Karl Morey,...

Liberal Middle School releases honor roll

January 7, 2026

LIBERAL- Area students named to the Liberal Middle School A Honor Roll include:EIGHTH GRADE- Case Henegar, Jolie Linn, Kasyn Meadows, Rolli Wolf.SEVENTH GRADE- Emma...

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