📣 We’re Hiring!
The Moniteau County R-1 School District (California, MO) is accepting applications for an English for Speakers of Other Languages (ESOL) Teacher for the 2026–2027 school year!
An ESOL endorsement is preferred. If you’re passionate about supporting multilingual learners and making a difference in students’ lives, we’d love to have you join our team! 💙
📝 Apply online by visiting: www.californiak12.org
➡️ Click Employment
➡️ Then Employment Opportunities
Or apply directly here: https://california.tedk12.com/hire/index.aspx
Come be a part of something great! #JoinOurTeam #PintoPride
The Moniteau County R-1 School District (California, MO) is accepting applications for an English for Speakers of Other Languages (ESOL) Teacher for the 2026–2027 school year!
An ESOL endorsement is preferred. If you’re passionate about supporting multilingual learners and making a difference in students’ lives, we’d love to have you join our team! 💙
📝 Apply online by visiting: www.californiak12.org
➡️ Click Employment
➡️ Then Employment Opportunities
Or apply directly here: https://california.tedk12.com/hire/index.aspx
Come be a part of something great! #JoinOurTeam #PintoPride

🌞🏕️ Summer Camps at California Schools – Don’t Miss Out! 🏕️🌞
We have so many exciting summer camp opportunities available for students this year! Be sure to check them out and save the dates so you don’t miss any of the action.
Camps include:
🏈 Football
🏀 Boys Basketball
🏀 Girls Basketball
🏃♂️ Cross Country
🏃 Track
🥎 Softball
🏐 Volleyball
⚽ Lady’s Soccer
📣 Cheer
Some camps have registration deadlines, and others are still finalizing details. Please make sure to read the information for each individual camp carefully if your student is interested.
Get ready for a summer full of learning, teamwork, and fun! 💙🐴









Join Central Missouri Community Action for a Spanish-Speaking Family Application & Resource Event this Friday, May 1st from 3:00–5:30 PM at 414 W Patrick St.!
Our goal is to support families by providing applications, enrollment assistance, and program information in Spanish. Families will have access to a wide range of free resources and can get help completing applications.
✨ Free event
✨ Community resources
✨ Help with applications
✨ Activities for kids
✨ Food pantry, job opportunities & more
✨ Raffles and giveaways
¡Ayúdenos a compartir este evento!
Acompáñenos a nuestra Feria de Recursos y Solicitudes para Familias de Habla Hispana este viernes 1 de mayo de 3:00 a 5:30 PM en 414 W Patrick St..
Nuestro objetivo es apoyar a las familias ofreciendo solicitudes, asistencia con inscripciones e información de programas en español. Las familias podrán acceder a una variedad de recursos gratuitos y recibir ayuda para completar solicitudes.
✨ Evento gratis
✨ Recursos comunitarios
✨ Ayuda con solicitudes
✨ Actividades para niños
✨ Despensa de comida, oportunidades de empleo y más
✨ Rifas y regalos
Our goal is to support families by providing applications, enrollment assistance, and program information in Spanish. Families will have access to a wide range of free resources and can get help completing applications.
✨ Free event
✨ Community resources
✨ Help with applications
✨ Activities for kids
✨ Food pantry, job opportunities & more
✨ Raffles and giveaways
¡Ayúdenos a compartir este evento!
Acompáñenos a nuestra Feria de Recursos y Solicitudes para Familias de Habla Hispana este viernes 1 de mayo de 3:00 a 5:30 PM en 414 W Patrick St..
Nuestro objetivo es apoyar a las familias ofreciendo solicitudes, asistencia con inscripciones e información de programas en español. Las familias podrán acceder a una variedad de recursos gratuitos y recibir ayuda para completar solicitudes.
✨ Evento gratis
✨ Recursos comunitarios
✨ Ayuda con solicitudes
✨ Actividades para niños
✨ Despensa de comida, oportunidades de empleo y más
✨ Rifas y regalos

The Moniteau Co. R-1 School District is seeking Requests For Proposals for our roofing project at our elementary school. There will be a mandatory pre-bid site walk-through on Thursday, May 7th, at 10 am. Please email derek.scroggins@californiak12.org for a copy of the RFP.
🏈💪 Updated Summer Info is Here! 💪🏈
We’ve updated our High School Summer School, Weights, and Football information—including camps and important details!
Be sure to check it out so you don’t miss any key dates, opportunities, or updates for the upcoming season.
Let’s get ready for a great summer and an even better year ahead—It’s a great day to be a Pinto! 🐴💙
We’ve updated our High School Summer School, Weights, and Football information—including camps and important details!
Be sure to check it out so you don’t miss any key dates, opportunities, or updates for the upcoming season.
Let’s get ready for a great summer and an even better year ahead—It’s a great day to be a Pinto! 🐴💙




☀️💙 Happy Monday, Pintos! 💙☀️
The California Lady Eagles started our elementary students off this week with smiles, cheer, and lots of energy to kick things off the right way! 🙌📣
We love those hometown high fives and positive moments that make our school community so special.
Always a great day to be a Pinto! 🐴💙
The California Lady Eagles started our elementary students off this week with smiles, cheer, and lots of energy to kick things off the right way! 🙌📣
We love those hometown high fives and positive moments that make our school community so special.
Always a great day to be a Pinto! 🐴💙






DEADLINES ARE COMING! 🏀 Boys Basketball Camp 2026 🏀
📅 Camp Schedule:
Grades 3–5
• May 11–14
• 3:00–4:30 PM
• Location: CMS
⏰ Deadline to guarantee a camp shirt: May 1
Grades 6–7
• May 26–29
• 10:00–11:30 AM
• Location: High School
⏰ Deadline: May 15
Grades 8–11
• May 26–29
• 8:00–10:00 AM
• Location: High School
⏰ Deadline: May 15
💲 Cost: $30
(Make checks payable to: Boys Basketball Booster Club)
📬 Registration Info:
• Elementary & Middle School students: Return form and payment to your school office
• High School students: Return form and payment to Coach Kliethermes or the HS office
📧 Questions? Contact:
brandon.kliethermes@californiak12.org
trey.porter@californiak12.org
Don’t miss out—sign up today and get ready for a great camp! 💪🐴
📅 Camp Schedule:
Grades 3–5
• May 11–14
• 3:00–4:30 PM
• Location: CMS
⏰ Deadline to guarantee a camp shirt: May 1
Grades 6–7
• May 26–29
• 10:00–11:30 AM
• Location: High School
⏰ Deadline: May 15
Grades 8–11
• May 26–29
• 8:00–10:00 AM
• Location: High School
⏰ Deadline: May 15
💲 Cost: $30
(Make checks payable to: Boys Basketball Booster Club)
📬 Registration Info:
• Elementary & Middle School students: Return form and payment to your school office
• High School students: Return form and payment to Coach Kliethermes or the HS office
📧 Questions? Contact:
brandon.kliethermes@californiak12.org
trey.porter@californiak12.org
Don’t miss out—sign up today and get ready for a great camp! 💪🐴

🧪🍎 We’re Hiring!
Join our team at California R-I Middle School! We are currently looking for a 5th Grade Science Teacher to be part of an amazing district and supportive team.
If you’re passionate about inspiring young learners and making a difference, we’d love to have you apply!
👉 Apply online here: https://www.californiak12.org/o/carisd/page/employment
It’s a great day to be a Pinto! 🐴💙
Join our team at California R-I Middle School! We are currently looking for a 5th Grade Science Teacher to be part of an amazing district and supportive team.
If you’re passionate about inspiring young learners and making a difference, we’d love to have you apply!
👉 Apply online here: https://www.californiak12.org/o/carisd/page/employment
It’s a great day to be a Pinto! 🐴💙

📚✏️ Save the Date! ✏️📚
The 17th Annual Moniteau County Back to School Fair is coming soon! 🎉
Hosted by the Moniteau County Alliance for Kids, this event is open to all students attending school in Moniteau County.
📍 Location: California High School parking lot (drive-thru event)
📅 Date: Tuesday, July 28, 2026
⏰ Time: 4:00–6:00 PM
🚗 Details:
Drive through and receive FREE school supplies and materials to help your student start the year off right!
⚠️ No pre-registration required
📌 Be sure to watch for signs the day of the event!
The 17th Annual Moniteau County Back to School Fair is coming soon! 🎉
Hosted by the Moniteau County Alliance for Kids, this event is open to all students attending school in Moniteau County.
📍 Location: California High School parking lot (drive-thru event)
📅 Date: Tuesday, July 28, 2026
⏰ Time: 4:00–6:00 PM
🚗 Details:
Drive through and receive FREE school supplies and materials to help your student start the year off right!
⚠️ No pre-registration required
📌 Be sure to watch for signs the day of the event!


📣 We’re Hiring! 📣
The California R-I School District is looking for an Assistant High School Cheer Coach to join our team! 📣💙
Bring your energy, leadership, and Pinto Pride as you help support and grow our cheer program!
👉 Check out all current openings and apply here: https://www.californiak12.org/o/carisd/page/employment
Come be a part of something great—It’s a great day to be a Pinto! 🐴💙
The California R-I School District is looking for an Assistant High School Cheer Coach to join our team! 📣💙
Bring your energy, leadership, and Pinto Pride as you help support and grow our cheer program!
👉 Check out all current openings and apply here: https://www.californiak12.org/o/carisd/page/employment
Come be a part of something great—It’s a great day to be a Pinto! 🐴💙

Join us in welcoming our new Middle School/High School Band Director! 🎶
Meet & Greet
📅 April 30
⏰ 6:15 PM
📍 High School Commons
Come say hello, get to know our new director, and help us kick off an exciting new chapter for our band program! 🎺🥁🎷
Meet & Greet
📅 April 30
⏰ 6:15 PM
📍 High School Commons
Come say hello, get to know our new director, and help us kick off an exciting new chapter for our band program! 🎺🥁🎷

Our Pinto baseball team knocked it out of the park with their Little Pintos Baseball Camp! ⚾️💙
Our elementary students had an unforgettable experience—getting the chance to take the field before last night’s home game, be part of the opening festivities, and enjoy a free snack and drink! 🍿🥤
The smiles said it all… these kiddos had an absolute blast and loved every minute of camp. Thank you to our players and coaches for creating such a fun and memorable opportunity for our future Pintos! 🙌
Our elementary students had an unforgettable experience—getting the chance to take the field before last night’s home game, be part of the opening festivities, and enjoy a free snack and drink! 🍿🥤
The smiles said it all… these kiddos had an absolute blast and loved every minute of camp. Thank you to our players and coaches for creating such a fun and memorable opportunity for our future Pintos! 🙌






🎓💙 THE COUNTDOWN IS ON – CLASS OF 2026! 💙🎓
Our seniors are just days away from turning the page to their next chapter! Let’s celebrate everything they’ve accomplished and the exciting moments still to come.
📅 Important Senior Dates:
🎉 May 11 – Last Day for Seniors and Finals!
🏆 May 12 – 6:00 PM – Senior Scholarship Night (CPAC)
🙏 May 13 – 7:00 PM – Baccalaureate (CPAC)
🎓 May 17 – 2:00 PM – Graduation Ceremony (HS Gym)
We are so proud of the Class of 2026 and can’t wait to celebrate YOU! 💙 Once a Pinto, always a Pinto!
#ClassOf2026 #CountdownToGraduation #PintoPride #SeniorSeason
Our seniors are just days away from turning the page to their next chapter! Let’s celebrate everything they’ve accomplished and the exciting moments still to come.
📅 Important Senior Dates:
🎉 May 11 – Last Day for Seniors and Finals!
🏆 May 12 – 6:00 PM – Senior Scholarship Night (CPAC)
🙏 May 13 – 7:00 PM – Baccalaureate (CPAC)
🎓 May 17 – 2:00 PM – Graduation Ceremony (HS Gym)
We are so proud of the Class of 2026 and can’t wait to celebrate YOU! 💙 Once a Pinto, always a Pinto!
#ClassOf2026 #CountdownToGraduation #PintoPride #SeniorSeason

Happy Monday, Pintos! 🎉
Our students kicked off the week with hometown high-fives and big smiles, thanks to the California Eagles! We love seeing our community come together to support our kids and start the week off right. 💙🙌
Our students kicked off the week with hometown high-fives and big smiles, thanks to the California Eagles! We love seeing our community come together to support our kids and start the week off right. 💙🙌
Welcome to the Pinto family! 🎶
We are excited to announce our new middle school and high school band director, Heather Armstrong! We can’t wait to see the awesome things you and your students will accomplish!
We are excited to announce our new middle school and high school band director, Heather Armstrong! We can’t wait to see the awesome things you and your students will accomplish!

Thank you to the Russellville School District for hosting the track meet today—our athletes had a blast! 🏃♂️💨
We love seeing Unified Sports bring students together across districts. It’s all about teamwork, inclusion, and having fun. Way to go, Pintos! 💙
We love seeing Unified Sports bring students together across districts. It’s all about teamwork, inclusion, and having fun. Way to go, Pintos! 💙


Happy Friday, Pintos! ⚽️
Our Lady Pintos soccer team kicked off the morning the best way—greeting our middle school and elementary students with big smiles and plenty of high fives! 🙌
What a fun and positive way to start the day. It’s a great day to be a Pinto!
Our Lady Pintos soccer team kicked off the morning the best way—greeting our middle school and elementary students with big smiles and plenty of high fives! 🙌
What a fun and positive way to start the day. It’s a great day to be a Pinto!
Welcome to the Pinto Family!
We’re excited to welcome our new elementary preschool teacher, Emma Rice, to the team! We’re so glad to have you with us and can’t wait to see the great things you’ll do with our students. 💙🐴
We’re excited to welcome our new elementary preschool teacher, Emma Rice, to the team! We’re so glad to have you with us and can’t wait to see the great things you’ll do with our students. 💙🐴

🚨 We’re Hiring! 🚨
The California R-I School District has new openings, and we’re excited to grow our team!
We are currently looking to fill:
• Part-Time Title I Math Paraprofessional
• Head 8th Grade Girls Basketball Coach
Interested in joining an amazing team and making a difference? Check out all of our available positions and apply here:
👉 https://www.californiak12.org/o/carisd/page/employment
Come be a part of something great—it’s always a great day to be a Pinto! 🐴
The California R-I School District has new openings, and we’re excited to grow our team!
We are currently looking to fill:
• Part-Time Title I Math Paraprofessional
• Head 8th Grade Girls Basketball Coach
Interested in joining an amazing team and making a difference? Check out all of our available positions and apply here:
👉 https://www.californiak12.org/o/carisd/page/employment
Come be a part of something great—it’s always a great day to be a Pinto! 🐴

🎉🐴 Welcome to Pinto Nation! 🐴🎉
We are excited to welcome several new coaches for the upcoming school year!
🏀 Bryan Lawson – Head Girls Basketball Coach
🤼 Jeremiah Mason – High School Assistant Wrestling Coach
🏐 Amanda Reichel – Assistant High School Volleyball Coach
🏐 Amanda Zbinden – Middle School Volleyball Coach
We love seeing familiar faces step into new roles and continue building on our strong tradition of Pinto Pride!
Please join us in welcoming these coaches to their new positions! 👏
We are excited to welcome several new coaches for the upcoming school year!
🏀 Bryan Lawson – Head Girls Basketball Coach
🤼 Jeremiah Mason – High School Assistant Wrestling Coach
🏐 Amanda Reichel – Assistant High School Volleyball Coach
🏐 Amanda Zbinden – Middle School Volleyball Coach
We love seeing familiar faces step into new roles and continue building on our strong tradition of Pinto Pride!
Please join us in welcoming these coaches to their new positions! 👏




