Grandview R-2

🦅 Eagle Nation Two Week Preview (Jan 11–24) is ready!
See what’s happening across our district: https://aptg.co/PXz67F

💬 Don’t miss these community surveys:

🧩 Special Education Survey
https://apps.chp.missouri.edu/specialed/
Access Code: EHRXSK

💙 2026 Community Needs Assessment (JFCAC)
Take the short, anonymous survey to share your voice: https://aptg.co/GlNSJR

Thanks for helping strengthen our schools and community! #EagleNation

ARE YOU READY TO JOIN EAGLE NATION? 🦅

Grandview R-II School District (Hillsboro, MO) is hiring for the 2026–2027 school year! Enjoy a 4-day work week (Tues–Fri), $44,250+ starting teacher salary, and paid health, dental, and vision insurance.​​

Openings as of 1/10/26:

Middle School PE Teacher

5th Grade Teacher

High School Special Education Teacher

High School Math Teacher

Night Custodian​ (Current Opening)

👉 Apply with our Quick Application: **https://bit.ly/R2QuickApp**​
Please share to help us spread the word!

At the recent PD day Dr. Lause, our next superintendent, was on campus to get a lay of the land and to meet some of the staff. Here she is speaking to the middle school staff during their meeting.

Important info for Bourbon Basketball Tournament:

Fans and spectators will not be allowed into the building this week until 3:45 PM.

The report on the December Board Meetings is available. Also attached is a letter from Board President Brian Dugan announcing the selection of our next Superintendent, Dr. Leslie Lause

Check out what's happening in Eagle Nation. The Two Week Preview can be found here: https://aptg.co/Nmsm6q

Remember we have school on Monday, December 15, making next week a 5-Day Week.

Apologies. That snow day is Tuesday December 2

Due to slippery road conditions the Grandview R-II School District will have a traditional snow day tomorrow, Tuesday, January 2.

Stay warm and stay safe.

Middle School basketball games for this evening 12/1 are cancelled. We are working on a makeup date.

Mrs. Smith is excited to offer new STEAM classes next semester! These classes are offered to students in grades 2-5. They will be held after school on Wednesdays until 4:30. The cost is $50 and includes 4 classes plus materials/equipment. The flyer and registration form are attached, or they can be picked up in the middle school office. Registration and payment are due before each class. There is a chance that classes will fill up, so if you're planning to sign your student up, please contact Mrs. Smith at smithj@grandviewr2.org ASAP. This would make a great Christmas gift!

Your Two Week Preview of Eagle Nation for November 23, 2025 through December 6, 2025 is ready to view and download. Follow this link: https://aptg.co/q5v-PB

This is just a friendly reminder that school will be in session Monday, November 24, and we will be on Thanksgiving break Wednesday, Thursday, and Friday.

At the November 18, 2025 Grandview R-II Board Meeting, a group of outstanding teachers were honored with the Eagle Award for Growth and/or Achievement on the Spring 2025 Math and ELA MAP assessments.

Teachers pictured (left to right):
• Gayla Brinkley – HS Math
• Ryan Cantrell – HS Math
• Dianna Perren – 3rd Grade ELA & Math
• Brandy Shade – 3rd Grade ELA & Math
• Danielle Hawn – 4th Grade ELA
• Melissa Lawrence – 4th Grade ELA
• Elily Hawkins – 3rd Grade ELA & Math
• Bailey Austin – 7th & 8th Grade Math
• Madelin Rotter – 6th Grade Math
• Nikki Slamp – 5th Grade Math
• Mandi Snyder – 5th Grade ELA

Congratulations to all of our Eagle Award recipients! Your commitment to student growth and excellence is truly appreciated.

The report from the November 18, 2025, Regular Board Meeting is now available. You can view it here: https://aptg.co/htNfmr

As a reminder, we will have school on Monday, November 24, and Tuesday, November 25.
There will be no school Wednesday through Friday in observance of Thanksgiving Break.

✨ Great Things Are Happening at Grandview Elementary! ✨

Walk through our halls on any given day and you’ll see something truly special, 100% of our teachers actively engaged with students, hands-on learning happening in every classroom, and kids growing not only in academics but in character, confidence, and connection.

Our students lift each other up.
Our teachers support learning with heart and skill.
Our community surrounds us with pride.
And together, we make Grandview a place like no other. 🦅

Recently, Education Week highlighted ways schools around the world could better support staff. As we looked through the comments from educators everywhere, it was clear that many of those needs are already part of everyday life here at Grandview:
✔️ Small class sizes
✔️ Four-day school week
✔️ Daily physical activity
✔️ Strong arts and specials programs
✔️ Supportive structures that reduce behavioral challenges

Grandview Elementary is a place where students thrive, teachers feel valued, and learning comes alive. We’re grateful for our incredible staff, amazing students, and dedicated families who make this community so strong.

Grandview is a great place to be, and an even better place to learn! 💛📚🦅

#GrandviewProud #EagleStrong #BestTeamEver

We’re excited to share another week of learning, growth, and connection with our students and families. Every day, we see our Eagles trying new things, supporting one another, and building the kind of school community we can all be proud of. Thank you for partnering with us and for the many ways you encourage your child’s curiosity, confidence, and kindness.

As we continue moving forward this year, we’ll use this newsletter to keep you updated on upcoming events, classroom highlights, and opportunities for your child to shine. Your involvement matters, and we’re grateful to walk alongside you in helping every student SOAR.

Grandview Scholarship Fundraiser Launch – TONIGHT!

We’re excited to kick off our Grandview Scholarship Fundraiser this evening at the football game! Donation boxes will be available at both entry gates.

Every dollar collected goes directly toward scholarships for our Grandview seniors—helping them take the next step toward their future.

Every $1 Helps a Senior Rise!

Thank you for supporting our students and investing in their dreams!