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The Tiger Roar - MCR-II Weekly Update - Monday, March 31, 2025

Posted Date: 3/31/25 (10:48 PM)

Monday, March 31, 2025

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District News

District Level News & Updates

Morgan County R-II Board Of Education To Move April Meeting From April 17 to April 15

The Morgan County R-II Board of Education has moved its regular monthly board meeting from Thursday, April 17 to Tuesday, April 15 due to the Easter holiday.
Announcement for a Morgan County R-II Board of Education meeting, scheduled for Tuesday, April 17 at 6:00 PM in the VMS Library.
 

Easter Break - April 18 - April 21, 2025 (All Offices Closed)

The Morgan County R-II School District will be closed for Easter Break, Friday, April 18 - Monday, April 21, 2025. All schools and offices will be closed. School is not in session.

School will be back in session on Tuesday, April 22nd.
Announcement for Easter Break from Morgan County R-II School District, with dates April 18-21 and a graphic of decorated Easter eggs.
 

Open Positions for the 25-26 School Year

The Morgan County R-II School District is accepting applications for the following open positions for the 25-26 school year:
  • Upper Elementary Teacher (2 positions)
  • High School Biology Teacher
  • High School Geometry Teacher
  • High School Assistant Football Coach
  • High School Assistant Volleyball Coach

For more information, contact Danielle Johnson, Executive/Board Secretary by calling (573) 378-4231 or emailing her at johnsond@versaillestigers.org. Or, go to our website to learn more: www.versaillestigers.org/employment.
A job advertisement for the Morgan County R-II School District, featuring a smiling student and the text 'We are hiring.' The Morgan County R-II School District has the following openings for the 25-26 school year - upper elementary teacher (2 positions), high school biology teacher, high school geometry teacher, high school assistant football coach, and high school assistant volleyball coach. Contact (573) 378-4231 if you have questions.

This Week @ MCR2 🐯

Monday, March 31, 2025 - Saturday, April 5, 2025

Monday, March 31:
  • District - No School Monday
  • District - Teacher Workshop Day
  • VHS - Ozark Highlands Conference Art Show
  • LTELC - Preschool Screening (Must Have Appointment)
  • VMS - MS Boys & Girls Track & Field @ Osage JH Open (AWAY) @ 4:15 p.m.
  • VHS - Varsity Boys Baseball vs. Missouri Military Academy (HOME) @ 5:00 p.m.
  • VHS - Varsity Girls Softball vs. Northwest (Hughesville) (HOME) @ 6:30 p.m.

Tuesday, April 1:
  • VHS - FFA - District CDE's
  • VHS - Ozark Highlands Conference Art Show Awards Ceremony @ 9:00 a.m.
  • VHS - JV Boys & Girls Track & Field @ Eldon JV Invitational (AWAY) @ 3:30 p.m.
  • VHS - V/JV Boys Golf @ Versailles Quad (HOME) @ 4:00 p.m.
  • VMS - MS Boys Baseball @ Joel E. Barber MS - Lebanon (HOME) @ 5:00 p.m.
  • VHS - V/JV Boys Baseball vs. Osage (AWAY) @ 5:00 p.m.

Wednesday, April 2:
  • VHS - V/JV Boys Baseball vs. Clinton (AWAY) @ 4:30 p.m.
  • VHS - V/JV Girls Softball vs. Cole Camp @ 5:00 p.m.
  • Community Education - Community Ed - Hunter Education Course @ 6:00 p.m. (Elementary Cafeteria)

Thursday, April 3:
  • VHS - FFA - LDE's
  • VHS - Boys & Girls Track & Field @ New Bloomfield Invitational (AWAY) @ 3:30 p.m.
  • VMS - MS Boys Baseball vs. Clinton (HOME) @ 5:00 p.m.

Friday, April 4:
  • VMS - MS Boys & Girls Track & Field @ Blair Oaks Invitational (AWAY) @ 4:00 p.m.
  • VHS - Varsity Boys Baseball vs. Windsor (HOME) @ 5:00 p.m.
  • VHS - V Girls Softball vs. Lincoln (HOME) following Varsity Boys Game (approx. 6:30 p.m.)

Saturday, April 5:
  • VHS - Prom @ 8 p.m.

Upcoming Events /25-26 SY Calendar Available 📆

The 2025-2026 board-approved Annual District Calendar has been uploaded to the district website. You can find it by going to the District Calendars page. 📣

Upcoming Events - April 2025

Monday, April 7:
  • LTELC - Preschool Screening for Preschool Enrollment (by appointment only - call LTELC for more info)

Thursday, April 10:
  • VES - Elementary Science Night 5:30 p.m. - 7:00 p.m.

Saturday, April 12:
  • MCR-II Staff Appreciation Banquet @ 6:00 p.m.

Monday, April 14:
  • District - School IS in session this Monday!

Tuesday, April 15:
  • District - Board of Education Meeting @ 6 p.m.
  • VES - Tiger Tunes Concert @ 6:00 p.m. (PAC)

Thursday, April 17:
  • LTELC - Spring Pictures

Friday, April 18:
  • No School - Easter Break
  • District - Offices Closed In Recognition of Easter Break

Monday, April 21:
  • No School - Easter Break
  • District - Offices Closed In Recognition of Easter Break

Tuesday, April 22:
  • VES - 3rd Grade Music Program @ 6:00 p.m. (PAC)

Sunday, April 27:
  • VHS - BETA Induction & Meal Following @ 5 p.m.

Monday, April 28:
  • District - Snow Day Make-Up Day #1

Tuesday, April 29:
  • VES - Kindergarten Music Program @ 6:00 p.m. (PAC)
  • VES - MAP Testing Beginsd (3rd/4th)

Monday, May 5:
  • District - Snow Day Make-Up Day #2

Little Tigers Early Learning Center (LTELC) 🧑‍🚀

ECSE & Preschool News & Information

Preschool Screening April 7th - Call LTELC To Schedule An Appointment

Little Tigers Early Learning Center (LTELC) will have a second day of preschool screening Monday, April 7. Preschool screening will take place on Monday, April 7th. Call the LTELC to schedule a screening appointment for your preschool-age student if you did not get the opportunity to have him/her screened on Monday, March 31. Students born between August 1, 2020, and July 31, 2021, are eligible for preschool for the 2025-2026 school year. Call LTELC at (573) 372-6261.
A colorful illustration announcing preschool enrollment with a screening date of April 7, 2025. The image features a tiger, a robot, blocks, and a playground.

Versailles Elementary School 🍏

K-5 News & Information

A calendar for April 2025 at Versailles Elementary School, featuring events like school days, field trips, and music programs.
 
A woman with brown hair and glasses smiles warmly at the camera.

VERSAILLES ELEMENTARY WELCOMES NEW ELEMENTARY ASSISTANT PRINCIPAL

Versailles, MO – The Morgan County R-II School District is excited to welcome a new leader to Versailles Elementary School. Mrs. Melissa Wissman has been hired as the new Elementary Assistant Principal and brings ten years of experience in education. The Board officially approved Melissa during its regular meeting on Thursday, March 20. She will transition to her new role on July 1, 2025. Read the rest of the story.
 

Kindergarten Screening May 12th

If you have a child turning 5 on or before July 31, 2025, live in the Versailles School District, and are interested in sending them to Kindergarten for the 2025-2026 school year, call (573) 378-4272 to schedule an appointment for screening and enrollment. If your student has previously attended the Little Tigers Early Learning Center, you do not need to make an appointment.

Enrollment Requirements:
  • Child's state-issued birth certificate
  • Proof of residence (e.g., utility bill, rent receipt, lease - must have your name and physical address)
  • Immunization Records
  • Child's Social Security number
If you have questions about enrollment requirements, please call (573) 378-4272 to speak with the Elementary Principal or email cutsingerl@versaillestigers.org.
A colorful poster announces the kindergarten screening at Versailles Elementary School, with details on eligibility, required documents, and immunization information. Kindergarten screening will be May 12 from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. for more information call (573) 378-4272.

Versailles Middle School 🎒

6th - 8th News & Information

Middle School Art Club Fundraiser

The Art Club is having a fundraiser; order forms should have already been sent home with students. If you have any questions, please get in touch with MS/HS Art Teacher Mrs. Pawling.

 Elementary is winning against the other buildings by bringing in the most money at $88! Middle and high school sit at $0. Let's help the Art Club out and tattoo a teacher!

-Due date for forms and money is April 9th.
-The staff member with the Most tattoos purchased for them will get to choose a class for a PIZZA PARTY. They will also win a class set of temporary tattoos designed by Versailles Alum and professional tattoo artist Sam Dornan!

Contact Mrs. Pawling at pawlinga@versaillestigers.org if you would like to donate and tattoo a teacher!

*There have been a couple of additions to the teacher list: Hannah Sidebottom, Brenna Dornan, and Natasha Anderson.
A flyer promoting a 'Tat a Teacher' event, where people can purchase temporary tattoos for teachers to wear on World Art Day.
A list of staff names for elementary, middle, and high schools, with a decorative cherry blossom and rose at the top and bottom.
 

VMS Yearbook Sale Ends May 1, 2025

VMS Yearbook Sale Ends May 1. Hop to it and order yours today! $20.00

ORDER ONLINE OR SEND CASH OR A CHECK PAYABLE TO MCR2. To order online, go to: https://shop.yearbookmarket.com/versaillesmiddleschoolversailles
A colorful announcement for a yearbook sale with a bunny and a bee, text reads 'VMS Yearbook Sale Ends May 1 Hop to it and order yours today! $20.00 ORDER ONLINE OR SEND CASH OR A CHECK PAYABLE TO MCR2 https://shop.yearbookmarket.com/versaillesmiddleschoolversailles'

Versailles High School 🎓

9th - 12th News & Information

Versailles High School Art Students Excel at the 2025 Ozark Highlands Conference Art Show

Congratulations to the following Versailles High School art students who placed in the 2025 Ozark Highlands Conference Art Show:

Charcoach/Pastel
1st: Kiara Sensenig, Monkeying Around

Graphic Design
1st: Keara Malone, Don't be a Crab

Graphite
1st: Ivy Glaspie, Untitled Still Life

Photography
1st: Kiera Boots, The Apple of Knowledge
2nd: Maycee Thouvenel, Lucky Strut

Ink/Marker
3rd: Keara Malone, St. Louis Basilica

Open
3rd: Keara Malone, Chocolate Cake
A list of winners for the Ozark Highlands Conference 2025 Art Show Awards, with categories like Ceramics, Charcoal/Pastel, and 3D Sculpture.

Four Versailles High School FFA Members Place 1st at Missouri State Agricultural Communications Contest

Four Versailles High School FFA members competed in the Missouri State Agricultural Communications Contest hosted at Missouri State University. These students placed first and will be representing VHS and the state of Missouri at National FFA Convention in the fall!

Congratulations Drake Schmidt, Ryatt Haggerman, Lanie Bailey, and Maycee Thouvenel.
Five FFA students with their teacher Miss Looten stand in front of a brick building, wearing blue jackets with gold emblems.
 

Tiger Brews Coffee Co. Receives Donation To Provide A Drink For HS Teachers

Ronette Edgar, broker-owner of RE/MAX Lifestyles, presented the Versailles High School JAG Tiger Brew Coffee Co. with a $300 check this morning. She purchased beverages for the entire high school staff. Tiger Brew will be making the drinks on April 2nd and delivering them to the staff. Thank you, Ronette!
Three people, Ronette Edgar of RE/MAX Lifestyles and two VHS JAG students, stand in a kitchen area, one holding a check for $300. A sign reads 'All Drinks Are $2.00.
 

Versailles High School DECA Students Find Success at State DECA Contest

Versailles High School DECA students went to Kansas City to attend the State Career Development Conference at the Crown Center from March 23-25, 2025. DECA helps students become leaders and entrepreneurs in areas like marketing, finance, hospitality, and management. Here are the results from the State DECA Contest:

  • Grace Brantley & Mylee Welch - top 10 in the state in Business Operations Research (made stage & medaled)
  • Sarah Bland - 2nd place in Community Awareness Project & ADVANCES TO NATIONALS!!!
  • Ty Madole - 5th place in Integrated Marketing Campaign & ADVANCES TO NATIONALS!!!
  • Karyna Lopez & Autumn Sinclair - 5th place in Community Giving Project & ADVANCES TO NATIONALS!!!
  • Samuel Haas & Addy Jones - 4th place in Start-Up Business Plan & ADVANCES TO NATIONALS!!!

Congratulations to all of our DECA students and their advisor, Mrs. Erin Daniels, who is in her first year as the DECA Advisor! Those who are moving on to Nationals will travel to Orlando, Florida, in late April.

VMS/VHS Athletics

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A baseball scoreboard for the Versailles Tigers, showing game results and upcoming matches for March.
March 21 - Versailles vs. Lincoln - Varsity Wins (16-6), JV Loss (2-5).
March 24 - Versailles vs. Sacred Heart - Varsity Wins (16-6), JV takes a loss (2-5).
March 25 - Versailles vs. California - Varsity takes a loss (3-12), JV takes a loss (3-12).
March 27 - Versailles vs. Tipton - Varsity takes a loss (0-14).
March 28 - Versailles vs. Stover - Varsity wins (14-3).
March 31 - Versailles vs. Missouri Military Academy - scores to be determined.
 

Versailles Middle School Track Competes In First Track Meet at Butler

The Versailles Middle School Boys/Girls Track Team had a great first meet at Butler. The Lady Tigers placed 4th overall as a team, and the Tigers came in FIRST!

The top 4 finishers include:
Hurdles - Drake Allen 1st place
100m - Jaxton Allen 1st place
Boys 4x2 relay - 4th place (D. Allen, Fischer, Shewmaker, Draeger)
Girls 4x2 relay - 4th place (Smith, Francis, Lucas, Ryder)
Girls 1600 - Makynna Wilhelm -- 3rd place
Boys 4x1 relay - 1st place ( Cole, Fischer, Walters, J. Allen)
Girls 4x1 - 2nd place-- (Smith, Francis, Lucas, Ryder)
800m - Kinley Ryder - 3rd place
200m - Ryan Walters - 2nd place
Boys 4x4 - 2nd place (Sprinkles, Fischer, Draeger, Shewmaker)
HJ-- Brystl Moore-- 1st place
Long Jump - Jaxton Allen-- 1st place, Ryan Walters 3rd place
Long Jump - Kinley Ryder-- 1st place, Brystl Moore 4th place
Triple Jump - Jaxton Allen 1st place, Codie Draeger 2nd place
Shot-- Harmon Ollison 2nd place
Pole Vault - Drake Allen 4th place

Qualifying marks for state:
Drake Allen in Hurdles
Jaxton Allen in 100m, Long Jump, Triple Jump
Ryan Walters in 200m, Long jump
Mark Sprinkles in 800m
Chris Walls in Discus
Harmon Ollison in Discus, Shot Put
Landon Lang in Shot Put
Codie Draeger in Triple jump
Ashtyn Lucas in Hurdles
Parker Earnest in 1600m
Makynna Wilhelm in 1600m
Kinley Ryder in 800m, Long jump
Brystl Moore in High Jump, Long Jump, Triple Jump

Congratulations to all! To view the Top 2 results and times, see the table below.
A results table from the MS Track Meet Butler - Top 2, showing the names, places, and times of athletes in various track and field events.
 

Lady Tiger Softball Scoreboard

Lady Tiger Softball scores for March 2025.
A Lady Tiger Softball scoreboard shows game results and upcoming opponents for March.
March 21 - Lady Tigers vs. Skyline - Varsity takes a loss (1-10), JV takes a loss (0-5). 
March 24 - Lady Tigers vs. Sweet Springs - The Varsity takes a loss (4-9).
March 27 - Lady Tigers vs. Tipton - Varsity wins (10-1). JV ties (6-6)
March 31 vs. Northwest - The game is still to be played. Scores to be determined.
 

2025 Middle School Spring Sports Team Photos

7th & 8th Grade Versailles Tiger Baseball Team
A baseball team, the middle school's Versailles Tigers, pose for a photo on the field, with coaches and players wearing their uniforms.

2025 Versailles Middle School Boys/Girls 7th & 8th Grade Track & Field
A group of young athletes from Versailles pose for a team photo on a grassy field.
 

2025 High School Spring Sports Photos

Some of our high school spring sports team photos are in. We are still awaiting our high school baseball and softball team photos. Once they are received, we will post them as well.

2025 V/JV Tiger Golf Team
A group of Versailles High School Boy's Golf players and their coach pose for a team photo on a football field.

2025 V/JV Boys/Girls Track & Field Team
A high school track and field team from Versailles poses for a photo on the track, with their coach standing in front.

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