📣 The Head High School Dance Coach position is now open! 💙🐴
Interested in joining the Pinto team? Apply here:
https://www.californiak12.org/o/carisd/page/employment
Come be part of something great — it’s a great day to be a Pinto!
Interested in joining the Pinto team? Apply here:
https://www.californiak12.org/o/carisd/page/employment
Come be part of something great — it’s a great day to be a Pinto!
As the school year comes to an end, our district communication platform is changing!
Please make sure you have activated your parent account. Many sports Rooms have already started sharing information, and some parents are not currently receiving those messages.
To stay connected:
📱 Download the California R-1 app
💻 Or log in through the school website using your activation email or phone number
For important school alerts such as weather closures and emergency notifications, text “START” to 98900 to opt in to text alerts.
We will begin fully using this communication platform during summer school, so please make sure you are ready to receive communication regarding your student!
Thank you, and it’s a great day to be a Pinto!
Please make sure you have activated your parent account. Many sports Rooms have already started sharing information, and some parents are not currently receiving those messages.
To stay connected:
📱 Download the California R-1 app
💻 Or log in through the school website using your activation email or phone number
For important school alerts such as weather closures and emergency notifications, text “START” to 98900 to opt in to text alerts.
We will begin fully using this communication platform during summer school, so please make sure you are ready to receive communication regarding your student!
Thank you, and it’s a great day to be a Pinto!
Today is the day, Pintos! 🎉 Last day of school is here!
Have a GREAT summer—be safe, and have fun!😎☀️
We can’t wait to see you back in August! 📚✨
(Or next week on Tuesday if you’re in summer school—no escaping us that easily 😉)
Have a GREAT summer—be safe, and have fun!😎☀️
We can’t wait to see you back in August! 📚✨
(Or next week on Tuesday if you’re in summer school—no escaping us that easily 😉)
The Moniteau Co. R-1 School District is seeking Requests for Proposals (RFPs) for flooring projects at the high school, as well as abatement and flooring projects at the middle school and elementary school buildings.
Interested parties must schedule a mandatory individual pre-bid meeting by Thursday, May 28, 2026.
📅 Bids Due: Friday, May 29, 2026 by 9:00 a.m.
For available bid documents and to schedule a pre-bid meeting, please email derek.scroggins@californiak12.org.
Interested parties must schedule a mandatory individual pre-bid meeting by Thursday, May 28, 2026.
📅 Bids Due: Friday, May 29, 2026 by 9:00 a.m.
For available bid documents and to schedule a pre-bid meeting, please email derek.scroggins@californiak12.org.
The Moniteau Co. R-1 School District is seeking bids for the installation of replacement HVAC equipment at the Middle School and Elementary School buildings.
📍 Mandatory Pre-Bid Meeting
🗓 Friday, May 29, 2026
⏰ 10:00 a.m.
📌 Moniteau Co. R-1 Central Office
📅 Bids Due: Friday, June 5, 2026 by 1:00 p.m.
For available bid documents, please email derek.scroggins@californiak12.org.
📍 Mandatory Pre-Bid Meeting
🗓 Friday, May 29, 2026
⏰ 10:00 a.m.
📌 Moniteau Co. R-1 Central Office
📅 Bids Due: Friday, June 5, 2026 by 1:00 p.m.
For available bid documents, please email derek.scroggins@californiak12.org.
Communication with our community and guardians is very important to us! Be sure to check out our district communication guide, which includes information about our new app, communication platform, and ways to stay connected throughout the school year. Stay informed and never miss an update — it’s a great day to be a Pinto!
🎉 Congratulations to our FINAL Pinto Pride winner of the 2025-2026 school year, Andrea Hill at the Middle School! 🎉
Mrs. Hill was nominated by so many students and families for the incredible impact she has made in her classroom this year. From making math fun with games and activities to helping students feel confident, supported, and excited to learn, her positive influence shines through every single day.
Students shared that Mrs. Hill:
✨ Makes learning fun and exciting
✨ Explains math in ways that make it easier to understand
✨ Encourages and supports every student
✨ Creates a welcoming classroom environment
✨ Always has a positive attitude and caring heart
Thank you, Mrs. Hill, for going above and beyond for your students and for making such a difference at the Middle School. We are so proud to celebrate you as our final Pinto Pride winner of the year!
✨ A HUGE thank you to our incredible sponsors who helped make this award so special! We couldn’t do it without your support! 💛
🌟 Hays Rock Works
🌟 Skin Remedy Wellness Spa
🌟 First Student
🌟 Elite Pest Controls
🌟 Juul Chiropractic
🌟 Cal’s Thriftway
🌟 Central Bank
🌟 Studio Salon
🌟 Lovebug Play Center
🌟 Elementary PTO
🌟 Grace Print House
🌟 The Flower Shop for All Occasions
Your generosity and support mean so much to our students and school community! #PintoPride #ItsAGreatDayToBeAPinto
Mrs. Hill was nominated by so many students and families for the incredible impact she has made in her classroom this year. From making math fun with games and activities to helping students feel confident, supported, and excited to learn, her positive influence shines through every single day.
Students shared that Mrs. Hill:
✨ Makes learning fun and exciting
✨ Explains math in ways that make it easier to understand
✨ Encourages and supports every student
✨ Creates a welcoming classroom environment
✨ Always has a positive attitude and caring heart
Thank you, Mrs. Hill, for going above and beyond for your students and for making such a difference at the Middle School. We are so proud to celebrate you as our final Pinto Pride winner of the year!
✨ A HUGE thank you to our incredible sponsors who helped make this award so special! We couldn’t do it without your support! 💛
🌟 Hays Rock Works
🌟 Skin Remedy Wellness Spa
🌟 First Student
🌟 Elite Pest Controls
🌟 Juul Chiropractic
🌟 Cal’s Thriftway
🌟 Central Bank
🌟 Studio Salon
🌟 Lovebug Play Center
🌟 Elementary PTO
🌟 Grace Print House
🌟 The Flower Shop for All Occasions
Your generosity and support mean so much to our students and school community! #PintoPride #ItsAGreatDayToBeAPinto
It may have been a rainy start to the week, but Burgers' Smokehouse greeted our students with big smiles and hometown high-fives to start the week off right! 🌧️🖐️
We love seeing our community support our students and help brighten their day, rain or shine!
It’s a great day to be a Pinto!
We love seeing our community support our students and help brighten their day, rain or shine!
It’s a great day to be a Pinto!
We are hiring at California R-1 School District!
Join our team as a High School Marketing and/or Business Teacher and help inspire the next generation of leaders, entrepreneurs, and innovators. 📚💼
If you are passionate about education, business, marketing, and making a difference in students’ lives, we would love to have you apply!
Apply today and become part of the Pinto family! https://www.californiak12.org/o/carisd/page/employment
It’s a great day to be a Pinto!
Join our team as a High School Marketing and/or Business Teacher and help inspire the next generation of leaders, entrepreneurs, and innovators. 📚💼
If you are passionate about education, business, marketing, and making a difference in students’ lives, we would love to have you apply!
Apply today and become part of the Pinto family! https://www.californiak12.org/o/carisd/page/employment
It’s a great day to be a Pinto!
Happy Speech-Language Pathologist Day!
Today, we celebrate the heart, patience, and dedication of our incredible SLPs who make a lasting impact on our students every single day. The work you do goes far beyond words; you help build confidence, create connections, and give students the tools they need to express themselves and be heard.
We are especially grateful for Kelly Combs and Dyan Miller. Your kindness, compassion, and unwavering support do not go unnoticed. You pour so much into our students, and because of you, they grow not only in communication but in confidence and courage.
Thank you for being such an important part of our school family. We appreciate you more than words can say. 💙
Today, we celebrate the heart, patience, and dedication of our incredible SLPs who make a lasting impact on our students every single day. The work you do goes far beyond words; you help build confidence, create connections, and give students the tools they need to express themselves and be heard.
We are especially grateful for Kelly Combs and Dyan Miller. Your kindness, compassion, and unwavering support do not go unnoticed. You pour so much into our students, and because of you, they grow not only in communication but in confidence and courage.
Thank you for being such an important part of our school family. We appreciate you more than words can say. 💙
Today is the big day! Please join us as we celebrate the Class of 2026 Graduation Ceremony.
🎓 Graduation Ceremony – 2:00 PM in the High School Gym
📍 Seniors – Please report to the CPAC at 1:00 PM
Click the link below to watch and celebrate with us:
https://fan.hudl.com/usa/mo/california/organization/985/california-high-school/watch?ib=2430881&fbclid=IwY2xjawR0TzBleHRuA2FlbQIxMABicmlkETFyQUl1QWd4TUhRQ055a1V1c3J0YwZhcHBfaWQQMjIyMDM5MTc4ODIwMDg5MgABHpBfDQmUIC0flAssbBi_fpeQJlGF0CxcdBhxVR3BtPzN1e5YDwLBayveYBCH_aem_YWdncwBk59x_AW4ufNDE8fZZPD-R&brid=YWdncwF_qbw5SB0SIIn7D0AKBrIA
Come celebrate our incredible seniors as they cross the stage and begin their next chapter! We are so proud of the Class of 2026! 💙
🏀 We Are Hiring! Come join our coaching staff!
The Moniteau County R-1 School District is looking for an 8th Grade Boys Head Basketball Coach for the 2026-2027 school year.
If you are passionate about developing student-athletes, building teamwork, and making a positive impact, we would love to have you join Pinto Nation! 💙
Interested applicants can apply through the district website or contact the district office for more information. https://www.californiak12.org/o/carisd/page/employment
The Moniteau County R-1 School District is looking for an 8th Grade Boys Head Basketball Coach for the 2026-2027 school year.
If you are passionate about developing student-athletes, building teamwork, and making a positive impact, we would love to have you join Pinto Nation! 💙
Interested applicants can apply through the district website or contact the district office for more information. https://www.californiak12.org/o/carisd/page/employment
🎓 Graduation for the Class of 2026 will be held on May 17th at 2:00 PM in the high school gymnasium! Family, friends, and community members are welcome to attend and celebrate this special milestone with our seniors.
If you are unable to attend in person, the ceremony will be livestreamed at the link below: https://fan.hudl.com/usa/mo/california/organization/985/california-high-school/watch?ib=2430881
If you are unable to attend in person, the ceremony will be livestreamed at the link below: https://fan.hudl.com/usa/mo/california/organization/985/california-high-school/watch?ib=2430881
Reminder: School will be out on the 21st, which is an early release day! ☀️
We’re Hiring for the 2026–2027 School Year! 🍎
Are you looking to join a district with supportive administrators, dedicated coworkers, and amazing students? It’s a great day to be a Pinto! 🐴
The Moniteau County R-1 Schools are now accepting applications for the following positions:
Certified & Instructional Positions:
High School Special Education Teacher
High School Behavior Specialist / Credit Recovery / ISS Teacher
Elementary ESL Teacher
Elementary School Teacher
Math Paraprofessional (Part-Time, Middle School)
Coaching Opportunities:
Middle School Assistant Track Coach
High School Assistant Track Coach
High School Assistant Baseball Coach
High School Assistant Cheer Coach
High School Assistant Boys Basketball Coach
Assistant High School Football Coach
HS/MS Assistant Boys & Girls Cross Country Coach
High School Assistant Volleyball Coach
Middle School & High School Assistant Archery Coach
📣 Learn more and apply by visiting our district website.
Join our team—where every day is a great day to be a Pinto! 🐴
Are you looking to join a district with supportive administrators, dedicated coworkers, and amazing students? It’s a great day to be a Pinto! 🐴
The Moniteau County R-1 Schools are now accepting applications for the following positions:
Certified & Instructional Positions:
High School Special Education Teacher
High School Behavior Specialist / Credit Recovery / ISS Teacher
Elementary ESL Teacher
Elementary School Teacher
Math Paraprofessional (Part-Time, Middle School)
Coaching Opportunities:
Middle School Assistant Track Coach
High School Assistant Track Coach
High School Assistant Baseball Coach
High School Assistant Cheer Coach
High School Assistant Boys Basketball Coach
Assistant High School Football Coach
HS/MS Assistant Boys & Girls Cross Country Coach
High School Assistant Volleyball Coach
Middle School & High School Assistant Archery Coach
📣 Learn more and apply by visiting our district website.
Join our team—where every day is a great day to be a Pinto! 🐴
📢 TEST ALERT📢
A test alert will be sent out today at 2:00 PM using our new communication system! This test is simply to make sure your account is activated and ready to receive notifications through our new messaging platform.
✅ If you receive the alert, you are all set!
❗ If you do NOT receive the alert, please email ashley.benton@californiak12.org after you have logged in and activated your account in the Apptegy app or browser.
Once activated, your account will remain active year to year — no need to reactivate annually.
Please note: Infinite Campus and other communication apps currently used by your child will still be used through the last day of school. This test is simply to ensure parents and guardians are ready to receive notifications for the next school year.
Thank you for helping us make this transition smooth and successful!
A test alert will be sent out today at 2:00 PM using our new communication system! This test is simply to make sure your account is activated and ready to receive notifications through our new messaging platform.
✅ If you receive the alert, you are all set!
❗ If you do NOT receive the alert, please email ashley.benton@californiak12.org after you have logged in and activated your account in the Apptegy app or browser.
Once activated, your account will remain active year to year — no need to reactivate annually.
Please note: Infinite Campus and other communication apps currently used by your child will still be used through the last day of school. This test is simply to ensure parents and guardians are ready to receive notifications for the next school year.
Thank you for helping us make this transition smooth and successful!
🏃♀️ Join Our Coaching Staff! 🏃♂️
California Middle School is now hiring an Assistant Track Coach for the 26-27 school year! We are looking for someone passionate about working with student-athletes and helping grow our track program.
Apply here: https://www.californiak12.org/o/carisd/page/employment
California Middle School is now hiring an Assistant Track Coach for the 26-27 school year! We are looking for someone passionate about working with student-athletes and helping grow our track program.
Apply here: https://www.californiak12.org/o/carisd/page/employment
⚾ Join Our Coaching Staff! 🏃♂️
California R-1 School District Employment Opportunities
We are currently hiring for the following positions at California R-1 School District High School:
• Assistant Baseball Coach
• Assistant Track Coach
If you are passionate about working with student-athletes and helping build a strong tradition of excellence, we would love to have you join our team!
Apply today through our employment page. It’s a great day to be a Pinto! ⚾🏃♀️
California R-1 School District Employment Opportunities
We are currently hiring for the following positions at California R-1 School District High School:
• Assistant Baseball Coach
• Assistant Track Coach
If you are passionate about working with student-athletes and helping build a strong tradition of excellence, we would love to have you join our team!
Apply today through our employment page. It’s a great day to be a Pinto! ⚾🏃♀️
🏥 Moniteau County Health Center – 2026 Sports Physicals
Call 573-796-3412 to schedule your appointment.
💲 $15 suggested donation
📄 Please bring your signed sports physical form
Available Dates & Times:
June 3 | 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM
June 24 | 1:00 PM – 6:00 PM
July 8 | 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM
July 22 | 1:00 PM – 6:00 PM
August 5 | 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM
August 12 | 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM
Call 573-796-3412 to schedule your appointment.
💲 $15 suggested donation
📄 Please bring your signed sports physical form
Available Dates & Times:
June 3 | 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM
June 24 | 1:00 PM – 6:00 PM
July 8 | 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM
July 22 | 1:00 PM – 6:00 PM
August 5 | 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM
August 12 | 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM
🎉 We would like to welcome Emily Dummer to the California School District as one of our new preschool teachers! 🍎📚
We are excited to have her join Pinto Nation and cannot wait to see the great things she will do for our students!
It’s a GREAT day to be a Pinto! ❤️
We are excited to have her join Pinto Nation and cannot wait to see the great things she will do for our students!
It’s a GREAT day to be a Pinto! ❤️
