Macks Creek R-V School District

Governor Parson has extended the school closure order through the end of the school year. Macks Creek School will continue to provide educational services (through packets and/or online) as well as meals to the best of our ability through May 19, 2020. Please use the following link to read Commissioner Vandeven's memo: https://5il.co/expa. #MCPirates

Dear Macks Creek Parents and Guardians, Thank you so much for all of your support during this time of uncertainty. We are doing everything we can to serve our students to the best of our ability. Teachers are continuously working to communicate and provide learning options for all students. If you have internet access or cell phone service where you live, please make sure your students are checking their emails or other electronic messaging apps daily for communication from teachers. Tomorrow, Friday, April 10th from 9:00 am - 11:00 am we will have learning packets, meals, Chromebooks, and Jostens items (high school) ready for pick up. If circumstances have changed in your household or you have any questions, please send an email to bkolwyck@mackscreekpirates.org or joriphillips@mackscreekpirates.org and we will try to help. Sincerely, Macks Creek R-V School District

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MACKS CREEK CLASS OF 2020 SPOTLIGHT SERIES Today’s spotlight is on senior Mason Willis. Mason has attended Macks Creek R-V since preschool. He loves fashion, music, and science. Mason is involved in several clubs, organizations, and activities. He is a member of the high school band and choir as well as the Macks Creek High School National Honor Society (NHS). Mason is the Student Council President and a member of Macks Creek Student Government. His future plans are to attend college and major in physics. Mason wants to explore the field of green energy research or theoretical physics after college. Congratulations, Mason! #MCPirates

Here is the link to learn more about increased broadband access: Broadband | COVID-19 Outbreak | Health & Senior Services https://health.mo.gov/living/healthcondiseases/communicable/novel-coronavirus/broadband.php

Broadband Providers Respond to COVID-19 Broadband access is more important than ever, as Missourians have been instructed to stay home from work and school as a result of the COVID-19 pandemic. Accessibility is critical to meet our needs for education as well as telemedicine, telecommuting and overall quality of life. In response to this, several broadband providers are temporarily offering free internet service, waiving disconnect and late fees, providing access to Wi-Fi hot spots, and other measures to help people at home access the services they need. Click here to learn more on the DHSS website.  #MCPirates

MACKS CREEK CLASS OF 2020 SPOTLIGHT SERIES Today’s spotlight is on senior Haley Rector. Haley has attended Macks Creek schools since her first year of preschool (two years). She loves to paint, teach, and spend time working on photography. Haley is very involved in many clubs and organizations at Macks Creek High School. She is a member of FBLA, NHS, and the Class of 2020 Vice President. Haley enjoys student teaching and helping students who have special needs. Haley’s passion for education helped shape her future plans to become a special education teacher after attending Southeast Missouri State University beginning this fall. Congratulations, Haley! #MCPirates

Today, we begin our Macks Creek High School Class of 2020 Spotlight Series to acknowledge and highlight our seniors. We will post one student from the Class of 2020 every weekday throughout the month of April. Today’s Macks Creek High School Class of 2020 Spotlight is Bethany Schmidt. Bethany has attended Macks Creek since first grade. She has many interests, but enjoys art and healthcare the most. Bethany is active in many sports, clubs, and organizations at Macks Creek High School. She is a member of the softball and basketball teams while also taking part in NHS and FBLA. Bethany is the Class of 2020 President as well as a member of the Macks Creek Student Government and Leadership Camden County Class XXV. Her future plans are to attend State Fair Community College’s nursing program and have a long career helping others in the healthcare field. Congratulations Bethany! #MCPirates

Thank you to our hard working cooks and distribution team who made sure MC students received 5 complete breakfasts and 5 complete lunches today. In total 2,250 meals were served! Thanks to everyone who picked up food for their family or a neighbor who couldn't make it. #MCPirates

Reminder: Drive-thru food pick up will be tomorrow from 9 AM - 11 AM. If at all possible families participating in our meal program are encouraged to pick up during these times. If you did not pick up your child's academic packet or Chromebook last week, we will have those available as well. Thank you! #MCPirates

MACKS CREEK SCHOOL CLOSURE EXTENDED THROUGH APRIL 30th The ongoing spread of COVID-19 in our region requires school districts to make difficult decisions.  These decisions are being made in the best interests of public health.  In consultation with health department officials we will extend the closure of school through Thursday April 30, 2020. The extended closure impacts all extra and co-curricular activities including athletic competitions, practices, and after school programs and events. Our district understand this is an uncertain time. Please know our goal in this closure is to assist our community in slowing the transmission of the COVID-19 virus. According to health officials, the practice of social distancing can slow the transmission of the virus. During this time we must continue to support and care for one another. #MCPirates

FBLA will fulfill all Krispy Kreme doughnut orders as soon as school is back in session. We truly appreciate your support and are so sorry for the delay! If you have any further questions or concerns, please contact Kristy Eidson at keidson@mackscreekpirates.org. #MCPirates

It was so good to see each of you today! There are still a few deliveries out right now. If we missed you, please contact the district office to arrange a pick up time. On Friday, April 3rd will have our next weekly food pick-up from 9:00 -11:00. 💙💛💙 #MCPirates

Hello Pirate Famiy! We will have a drive-through pick up for food and academic packets this Friday, March 27th from 9-11:00 am. If you need to schedule another time for pick up, please call the high school office tomorrow. Deliveries will be made Fri. afternoon. #MCPIrates

Please use the following link for an update from Macks Creek School regarding closing our school to stop the spread of COVID-19: https://5il.co/dseh #MCPirates

Baseball Jamboree in Pleasant Hope is still ON for tonight. Bus will leave at 2:30. Macks Creek v. Pleasant Hope (4:30) Macks Creek v. Buffalo (5:30) Admission is $4 for adults; $1 for students. #MCPirates

Macks Creek FFA is now represented by an Area VIII officer. Trever Smith was elected as Area VIII FFA Association Historian by delegates from area FFA chapters after an interview process at Stover High School. As an area FFA officer Trever will have duties at District and Area Greenhand Conferences, the District FFA Fair at Warrensburg, the Missouri State Fair, Area Officer Training, and Area Leadership Development Events. Congratulations to Trever Smith and the Macks Creek FFA Chapter.

Baseball will be participating in a Preseason Jamboree in Pleasant Hope this Friday, March 13. Games are 4-innings each. Macks Creek v. Pleasant Hope (4:30) Macks Creek v. Buffalo (5:30) Bus will leave at 2:30 that day. #MCPirates

The Spring 2020 sport's schedules are updated on the school's website under the 'Athletics' tab. All baseball and HS/MS track meet times and locations can be found there. #MCPirates

The Macks Creek Archery team is preparing for State competition in Branson this Friday. Way to work hard archers! #MCPirates.