
The crew from DJ Spinnz showed up this morning, bringing all the smiles, high fives, dance moves, and energy to help our students start their week off right! πΆπππΊ
We are definitely going to miss those hometown high fives this summer! Thank you for helping make mornings so much fun for our students and staff. β€οΈ
Itβs a GREAT day to be a Pinto!










π CPAC Ceremonies This Week π
Join us this week as we celebrate our students and their accomplishments!
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Monday, May 11
πΎ FFA Awards Ceremony β 6:30 PM
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Tuesday, May 12
π
Senior Scholarship Night β 6:00 PM
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Wednesday, May 13
βͺ Baccalaureate β 8:00 PM
Itβs a great week to celebrate our Pintos! β€οΈ

Happy Last Day, Class of 2026! ππ
Today we celebrate YOU, your hard work, your memories, your growth, and everything youβve accomplished to reach this moment. From your first day to your last, youβve left your mark on our school in ways that wonβt be forgotten.
As you walk out these doors, remember this is just the beginning. Chase your dreams, take chances, and never forget where you came from. We are so proud of each and every one of you!
Once a Pinto, always a Pinto. π
Join us as we celebrate these incredible seniors on Sunday at 2:00 PM in the High School gym!

Please help us welcome back Lilly Burns as a Preschool Teacher and Malaki Christian as a High School Special Education Teacher! We love seeing familiar smiles return to Pinto Nation!
We would also like to welcome a new face to our elementary school β Maddy Marr as a Paraprofessional! Welcome to Pinto Nation! Itβs a great day to be a Pinto!



We are excited to invite local businesses to join our Back-to-School Professional Development Media Day Vendor Event!
On August 17th at the high school (morning), all staff will gather for professional developmentβand we would love to offer them the opportunity to shop for Pinto gear and accessories from local vendors like you!
This is a great chance to:
Connect with our staff and new team members
Showcase and sell your Pinto apparel and accessories
Support our school community while promoting your business
We understand this takes time and effort to prepare inventory and attend, and we truly appreciate your consideration. We would be honored to have you join us!
If you are interested in participating, please contact:
Janet Henley
π§ janet.henley@californiak12.org
We hope to see you there and appreciate your support of Pinto Nation! π
Please help us welcome Mrs. Forck to the 5th-grade team, along with a familiar face we all know and love β Mrs. Jenkins from our 4th-grade team! We are excited to have both of these amazing educators working with our students at the middle school.
Itβs a great day to be a Pinto! β€οΈ


π Trishelle Porter is the new CMS 7th Grade Girls Basketball Coach, and π₯ Macie Green is the new Assistant High School Softball Coach!
Welcome, ladies! We canβt wait to see the big things you bring to Pinto Nation.
Itβs a great day to be a Pinto! ππ΄


The California R-I School District is looking for an Elementary School Teacher to join our team!
If youβre passionate about education and want to work in a supportive district with amazing students, this is a great opportunity for you.
Apply online or print a paper application by visiting our website:
https://www.californiak12.org/o/carisd/page/employment
Join us and make a difference in the lives of our students!

Our school nurses are so much more than caregivers; they are a calm presence in moments of worry, a source of comfort on tough days, and a trusted support for our students and staff. From caring for everyday needs to responding in critical moments, you bring compassion, professionalism, and heart to everything you do.
We would like to give a special thank you to our incredible nurses: Rori Comstock at the Middle School, Alondra Bestgen at the Elementary School, and Lori Bailey at the High School. Your dedication to our students and staff does not go unnoticed, and we are so grateful for each of you.
You help keep our schools safe, healthy, and ready to learn. The impact you make is felt far beyond your office; you touch lives in meaningful and lasting ways every single day.
Thank you for your dedication, your kindness, and the care you give so selflessly. We appreciate you today and every day.

Tomorrow you will receive an email about our new communication platform. π±
This is NOT spam.
π Please log in:
Parents, please log in to your account once you receive the message.
π Even if a βRoomβ is not yet created for your student, you should still see their name appear
π² Please take time to explore the app and its features
π There is a lot of helpful information and tools available
π» Access Options:
You can also log in through the school website
π You may enable notifications and adjust your settings anytime
π The app supports multiple languagesβplease set it to the language that best supports your family
π¨βπ©βπ§ Student & Parent Login:
Students should sign in using Google
Parents should sign in using their phone number
π All information is pulled directly from Infinite Campus, so it is important that your information is up to date
π Important Notes:
This system will eventually replace other communication apps (such as SportsYou, ClassDojo, Remind, etc.)
β³ Please do NOT delete those apps yetβteachers will continue using current communication methods for the remainder of this school year
π« Full transition will take place in the upcoming school year and summer school!
We are excited to begin this new way of communicating and keeping everything in one place! π
Thank you for your support as we make this transition together. π€
Itβs a great day to be a Pinto! π΄π


This is the FINAL month for Pinto Pride votes! We want to recognize the teacher or staff member who consistently goes above and beyond for our students and school community. If someone has made a difference, now is the time to make sure they are celebrated! ππ΄
Voting will close on Monday, May 18th, so donβt waitβget your votes in today!
π https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSc_3f4qFmgOed1Xb6EzgFc8Br7ZnnDfGquZ-y8dRrf4u2FR5g/viewform?usp=sharing&ouid=100372403223739056249
Letβs finish the year strong by recognizing the amazing people who make our school such a special place! β
Teaching is more than a profession; itβs a calling. Day after day, you show up with patience, compassion, and unwavering dedication, giving your time, energy, and heart to make a difference in the lives of your students. You inspire curiosity, encourage growth, and create safe, welcoming spaces where every child has the opportunity to succeed.
The impact you make reaches far beyond the classroom. You are mentors, role models, and champions for our students, often going the extra mile in ways that may never be seen, but are always felt.
Please know how deeply you are appreciated. Your hard work, your kindness, and your commitment do not go unnoticed. Thank you for all that you do!

We appreciate our amazing lunch staff and all the hard work they put in every single day. From early mornings to busy lunch periods, they show up with dedication, kindness, and care, making sure every student is nourished and ready to learn.
Thank you for everything you do behind the scenes and on the front lines. You truly make a difference in our schools!

Donβt miss our last newsletter of the school yearβitβs packed with everything you need to stay in the loop as we head into summer!
π Summer camps info
π Summer school details
π Important end-of-year updates
β¦and so much more!
Be sure to check it out so you donβt miss any important information for the summer ahead!
π Read it here: https://app.smore.com/n/27t4r
Have a great summer, everyone! βοΈπ
Our boys golf team greeted our elementary students this morning with big smiles and cheers, helping everyone start the day on a positive note! Thank you for spreading the joyβwe love to see it!
Itβs a great day to be a Pinto!







While we had the chance to celebrate our amazing principals throughout Principal Appreciation Month, today is the perfect excuse to give them an extra shoutout for everything they do!
Huge THANK YOU to Mr. Goans at the middle school, Ms. Harvey at the elementary, and Mr. West at the high school. Your leadership, dedication, and care for our students and staff do not go unnoticed.
We appreciate all that you do to make our schools such a great place to learn and grow! π
#ThankAPrincipal #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 2026β2027 school year!
An ESOL endorsement is preferred. If youβre passionate about supporting multilingual learners and making a difference in studentsβ lives, weβd love to have you join our team! π
π Apply online by visiting: www.californiak12.org
β‘οΈ Click Employment
β‘οΈ Then Employment Opportunities
Or apply directly here: https://california.tedk12.com/hire/index.aspx
Come be a part of something great! #JoinOurTeam #PintoPride

πποΈ Summer Camps at California Schools β Donβt Miss Out! ποΈπ
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 donβt miss any of the action.
Camps include:
π Football
π Boys Basketball
π Girls Basketball
πββοΈ Cross Country
π Track
π₯ Softball
π Volleyball
β½ Ladyβs Soccer
π£ 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! ππ΄









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.
β¨ Free event
β¨ Community resources
β¨ Help with applications
β¨ Activities for kids
β¨ Food pantry, job opportunities & more
β¨ Raffles and giveaways
Β‘AyΓΊdenos a compartir este evento!
AcompÑñenos 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 informaciΓ³n de programas en espaΓ±ol. Las familias podrΓ‘n acceder a una variedad de recursos gratuitos y recibir ayuda para completar solicitudes.
β¨ Evento gratis
β¨ Recursos comunitarios
β¨ Ayuda con solicitudes
β¨ Actividades para niΓ±os
β¨ Despensa de comida, oportunidades de empleo y mΓ‘s
β¨ Rifas y regalos
