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Brynlee Parish, daughter of Cody Parish and Brittney Cavener, is the sixth grade Lamar Middle School Student of the Week. Brynlee plays basketball. Her favorite subjects are Math and Science. She enjoys hanging out with her friends.

Students of the week

TeeJay Britton spoke to students at Lamar High School on Tuesday, March 21, as he shared an inspirational message about being consistent, having a mentality for success and being careful not to stereotype others.

Britton shares with Lamar High School students

TeeJay Britton, a husband, proud father, collegiate and five sport professional athlete, minister and motivational speaker spoke to students at...

Lamar High School Principal Jennifer Beem presents Lamar High School senior Veronica Ogden with a certificate recognizing Ogden as being selected to the 2023 Missouri Scholars 100. This is a statewide academic program sponsored by the Missouri Association of Secondary School Principals, that recognizes students based on rigorous standards.

Ogden selected for state academic honor

Lamar High School senior Veronica Ogden has been selected for the 2023 Missouri Scholars 100, a statewide program that honors 100 of Missouri’s top...

Lockwood FCCLA attend 2023 State Leadership Conference

Students of Lockwood FCCLA (Family, Career and Community Leaders of America) attended the 2022 Missouri FCCLA State Leadership Conference, March...

Missouri Pork Association seeking summer intern applicants

COLUMBIA, Mo.- The Missouri Pork Association is now accepting applications for their Summer 2023 Internship Program. Up to two college students will be selected for the...

State Rep. Ann Kelley hopes to expand A+ Scholarship Program

JEFFERSON CITY- State Rep. Ann Kelley is stewarding a bill through the Missouri legislature to expand A+ Scholarship offerings in the state. Currently, the A+ Scholarship...

Emma Oliver, daughter of Derek Oliver and Katelynn Higgins, is the seventh grade Lamar Middle School Student of the Week. Emma enjoys playing volleyball and hanging out with friends. Her favorite hour is seventh hour with Mr. Ferlo. She has five dogs, four dachshunds and one golden doodle.

Students of the week

Liberal Elementary releases third quarter honor roll

LIBERAL- The third quarter honor roll has been released by Liberal Elementary School. All A Honor Roll FIFTH GRADE- Camryn Burchett, Hudson...

Lamar Democrat/Melody Metzger
Cara Filler gave a powerful presentation to the student body at Lamar High School on Tuesday, March 7, as she emphasized the importance of caring more, speaking up and standing out. Following the death of her identical twin sister Mairin as the result of a high speed car crash, Filler has devoted her time to making sure that individuals understand the importance of making the right choice. The presentation was funded by the Missouri Department of Transportation.

Care More... Speak Up... Stand Out

By MELODY METZGER Lamar Democrat Cara Filler, a compelling author, entrepreneur and speaker, gave a highly insightful program to an extremely...

WGU Missouri launches “Fund My Classroom” program

ST. LOUIS- WGU Missouri recently announced the return of its “Fund My Classroom” initiative, issuing a call for K-12 teachers across the state to nominate their proposed...

Lamar School Resource Officer Robert Lawrence was over the 2022-2023 Fifth Grade D.A.R.E. graduation ceremonies held Friday, March 3, at the Lamar West Elementary gym.

Students recognized at D.A.R.E. graduation

Lamar School Resource Officer Robert Lawrence held the 2022-2023 Fifth Grade D.A.R.E. graduation ceremonies on Friday, March 3, at the Lamar West...

Avery Eddie, daughter of Nate and Ellen Eddie, is the sixth grade Lamar Middle School Student of the Week. Avery loves riding her horses, organizing and watching KU basketball. She participates in volleyball, basketball and rodeo. She has three horses and a dog. Her favorite subject is Math.

Students of the week

East Primary Tigers for the month of February were, fourth row, left to right, James Townsend, Russell Magruder, Emory Gariss, Elsie Blanchard, Mia Wolf, Stetson Marti, Kingston Cheek, Penelope Parcell; third row, left to right, Daniel Dunham, Trealyn Willet, Brecklyn Willet, Karleigh Hietala, Maliya Higgins, Jasmine Mallory, Jagger Chairez; second row, left to right, Jasper Stewart, Chevy Choate, Aldahir Vasquez, Iroc Doody, Ryker Howarth, Grayson Lintner, Austin Lopez-Hernandez, Aubree Sharp; first row, left to right, Braylon Willet, Paige Guiheen, Aubreigh Stewart, Jep Chairez. Not pictured is Preston Reeser.

East Primary February Tigers of the Month

The 5th Annual Celebrate YOU Day for Lamar High School students was held on Friday, Feb. 24, at the high school. Students were treated to a variety of activities, with over 20 presenters keeping the students busy throughout the day.

5th Annual Celebrate YOU Day offers variety of activities

February 28, 2023

Lamar High School hosted the 5th Annual Celebrate YOU Day for students on Friday, Feb. 24. The students were treated to a variety of activities...

Fall 2022 Dean’s List released by MSU

February 27, 2023

SPRINGFIELD- Each semester, students at Missouri State University who attain academic excellence are named to the dean's list. For undergraduate...

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