🥎 What a great final day of softball camp fun! 💦☀️
Thank you to all of our campers, middle school and high school players, and coaches for making this year’s camp such a success! We loved seeing everyone work hard, have fun, and make great memories together. 💪🐴
Today’s camp wrap-up included hitting water balloons and eggs, plus cooling off with a slip n’ slide to celebrate an awesome week! 💦🥚😂
Thank you again to everyone who helped make camp such a blast — it’s a great day to be a Pinto! 🐴🥎
Thank you to all of our campers, middle school and high school players, and coaches for making this year’s camp such a success! We loved seeing everyone work hard, have fun, and make great memories together. 💪🐴
Today’s camp wrap-up included hitting water balloons and eggs, plus cooling off with a slip n’ slide to celebrate an awesome week! 💦🥚😂
Thank you again to everyone who helped make camp such a blast — it’s a great day to be a Pinto! 🐴🥎
Middle school summer school has been a blast! From playing outside to learning new things every day, students are having so much fun! We can’t believe the first week is already complete. ☀️📚
It’s a great day to be a Pinto! 💙
It’s a great day to be a Pinto! 💙
Why all the apps?! 🤔📱 But wait… It’s actually just ONE app!
When you download the California R1 app, you’re just a few clicks away from everything you need—no extra downloads required!
Inside the California R1 app, you’ll also have access to:
✨ Infinite Campus (found in the “More” section)
✨ KID Account (available on the Elementary tab- "More" section)
✨ Final Forms (available on the MS and HS tab- "More" section)
That means no separate apps, no confusion—just one easy, all-in-one hub for families!
From the school website 🌐 to the lunch menu 🍎 to messaging your child’s teachers and coaches 📬—it’s all right there in one place.
One app. Everything you need. Simple, easy, and built for our California R1 families 💙
📣 Don’t forget to turn ON notifications in the app so you never miss important updates!
Please follow the steps below:
📱 In the school app:
• Go to More
• Select the gear icon (Settings)
• Tap Notification Preferences
• Make sure Message notifications are enabled
📲 On your phone:
🍎 iPhone:
Settings → School App → Notifications → Allow Notifications
🤖 Android:
Settings → Notifications → App Notifications → School App → Turn On Notifications
When you download the California R1 app, you’re just a few clicks away from everything you need—no extra downloads required!
Inside the California R1 app, you’ll also have access to:
✨ Infinite Campus (found in the “More” section)
✨ KID Account (available on the Elementary tab- "More" section)
✨ Final Forms (available on the MS and HS tab- "More" section)
That means no separate apps, no confusion—just one easy, all-in-one hub for families!
From the school website 🌐 to the lunch menu 🍎 to messaging your child’s teachers and coaches 📬—it’s all right there in one place.
One app. Everything you need. Simple, easy, and built for our California R1 families 💙
📣 Don’t forget to turn ON notifications in the app so you never miss important updates!
Please follow the steps below:
📱 In the school app:
• Go to More
• Select the gear icon (Settings)
• Tap Notification Preferences
• Make sure Message notifications are enabled
📲 On your phone:
🍎 iPhone:
Settings → School App → Notifications → Allow Notifications
🤖 Android:
Settings → Notifications → App Notifications → School App → Turn On Notifications
The updated record board in the middle school is looking great! We love seeing new records, new names, and our students thriving! 💙 It’s a great day to be a Pinto! #PintoPride
📢 Test Alert Today at 2:00 PM
We will be sending out a test alert today at 2:00 PM through our new communication platforms.
If you are logged into the app and have notifications turned on correctly, you will receive a notification there. Please note that the text message alert is separate, and you should also receive a text message.
To ensure you are signed up for text alerts, text START to 98900.
Next school year, text alerts will be used for important reminders only, so please make sure you are opted in if you would like to receive them.
If you would like to receive updates and messages from your child’s teacher or coach, please make sure you are signed into Rooms and have notifications enabled.
If you have any issues with either of these systems, please email ashley.benton@californiak12.org.
Thank you!
We will be sending out a test alert today at 2:00 PM through our new communication platforms.
If you are logged into the app and have notifications turned on correctly, you will receive a notification there. Please note that the text message alert is separate, and you should also receive a text message.
To ensure you are signed up for text alerts, text START to 98900.
Next school year, text alerts will be used for important reminders only, so please make sure you are opted in if you would like to receive them.
If you would like to receive updates and messages from your child’s teacher or coach, please make sure you are signed into Rooms and have notifications enabled.
If you have any issues with either of these systems, please email ashley.benton@californiak12.org.
Thank you!
🚨 We Are Hiring! Join the Pinto Team! 🚨
The California R-I School District is looking for passionate individuals to join our amazing staff and coaching teams for the upcoming school year! 💙
🏫 Elementary Openings
🍎 Elementary ESL Teacher
🏫 Middle School Openings
➕ Title I Part-Time Math Para
📚 Middle School Administrative Assistant
🏀 8th Grade Boys Head Basketball Coach
🏃 MS Assistant Track Coach
🏹 MS Assistant Archery Coach
👟 HS/MS Assistant Boys & Girls Cross Country Coach
🏫 High School Openings
🎓 High School Principal
💃 High School Head Dance Coach
🏃♂️ HS Assistant Track Coach
🏀 HS Assistant Boys Basketball Coach
🏹 HS Assistant Archery Coach
📖 HS Behavior Specialist/Credit Recovery/ISS Teacher
🏈 Assistant High School Football Coach
🏐 HS Assistant Volleyball Coach
👟 HS/MS Assistant Boys & Girls Cross Country Coach
Help us continue building a positive, supportive, and successful culture for our students and community. We would love to have you as part of Pinto Nation! 💙
Apply today here: https://www.californiak12.org/o/carisd/page/employment
The California R-I School District is looking for passionate individuals to join our amazing staff and coaching teams for the upcoming school year! 💙
🏫 Elementary Openings
🍎 Elementary ESL Teacher
🏫 Middle School Openings
➕ Title I Part-Time Math Para
📚 Middle School Administrative Assistant
🏀 8th Grade Boys Head Basketball Coach
🏃 MS Assistant Track Coach
🏹 MS Assistant Archery Coach
👟 HS/MS Assistant Boys & Girls Cross Country Coach
🏫 High School Openings
🎓 High School Principal
💃 High School Head Dance Coach
🏃♂️ HS Assistant Track Coach
🏀 HS Assistant Boys Basketball Coach
🏹 HS Assistant Archery Coach
📖 HS Behavior Specialist/Credit Recovery/ISS Teacher
🏈 Assistant High School Football Coach
🏐 HS Assistant Volleyball Coach
👟 HS/MS Assistant Boys & Girls Cross Country Coach
Help us continue building a positive, supportive, and successful culture for our students and community. We would love to have you as part of Pinto Nation! 💙
Apply today here: https://www.californiak12.org/o/carisd/page/employment
🎨🧩 Creativity was on full display in Mrs. Distler’s Summer School class! Mrs. Distler’s 5th graders put their imaginations to work by creating LEGO faces inspired by Pablo Picasso. From colorful designs to unique expressions, each creation showed off the students’ artistic talents and creativity. Great job, Pintos! ❤️💙
Our incoming 5th graders in Mrs. Barnard’s summer school class have been working hard creating infographics about California Middle School! We love seeing their creativity and hard work shine through in each project. Great job, Pintos! 🎨📚💙
📚 Middle School Registration
Attendance is required for all middle school students and parents/guardians. During registration, families will complete required paperwork, pick up student schedules and locker assignments, receive Chromebooks, and have the opportunity to place items in lockers and tour the building.
A $25 Chromebook user fee and Chromebook paperwork are required for all 5th grade and new students. Families may also add money to student lunch accounts during registration.
🗓 Registration Schedule
Tuesday, August 11
5th & 8th Grade Registration
12:00 p.m. – 6:00 p.m.
Wednesday, August 12
6th & 7th Grade Registration
12:00 p.m. – 6:00 p.m.
Thursday, August 13
Makeup Registration for All Grades
8:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m.
🏫 Middle School Open House
Attendance at Open House is optional. This event gives students and families the opportunity to meet teachers and visit classrooms before the start of the school year. Please note that schedules and locker assignments will not be available during Open House.
Wednesday, August 19
All Grades
5:00 p.m. – 7:00 p.m.
Attendance is required for all middle school students and parents/guardians. During registration, families will complete required paperwork, pick up student schedules and locker assignments, receive Chromebooks, and have the opportunity to place items in lockers and tour the building.
A $25 Chromebook user fee and Chromebook paperwork are required for all 5th grade and new students. Families may also add money to student lunch accounts during registration.
🗓 Registration Schedule
Tuesday, August 11
5th & 8th Grade Registration
12:00 p.m. – 6:00 p.m.
Wednesday, August 12
6th & 7th Grade Registration
12:00 p.m. – 6:00 p.m.
Thursday, August 13
Makeup Registration for All Grades
8:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m.
🏫 Middle School Open House
Attendance at Open House is optional. This event gives students and families the opportunity to meet teachers and visit classrooms before the start of the school year. Please note that schedules and locker assignments will not be available during Open House.
Wednesday, August 19
All Grades
5:00 p.m. – 7:00 p.m.
🌟 Calling All Local Businesses & Community Partners! 🌟
During the 2025-2026 school year, California R-1 proudly launched a new staff recognition tradition called ❤️ Pinto Pride ❤️
Each month, students, staff, and families nominated and voted for a staff member who went above and beyond through kindness, leadership, dedication, and support for others. Through our “Loving Our Pintos” initiative, we were able to recognize the incredible employees who make a difference in the lives of our students every single day.
Thanks to the generosity of our amazing community sponsors, each monthly winner received:
🎉 A prize basket filled with favorite things and donated items
👕 A custom Pinto Pride t-shirt
⭐ An exclusive Pinto Pride decal reserved only for winners
As we prepare for the 2026-2027 school year, we are excited to EXPAND the program by recognizing both:
🍎 Teacher of the Month
🛠️ Support Staff Member of the Month
That means we will celebrate 18 outstanding staff members throughout the school year!
💙 BUT WE NEED YOUR HELP! 💙
We are currently seeking businesses and community sponsors willing to support Pinto Pride through:
✔️ Monthly donated items
✔️ One-time donations for the school year
✔️ Monetary donations to help purchase prizes and recognition items
In appreciation of your support, sponsoring businesses will be recognized monthly on district social media pages and in our district newsletter.
California R-1 is incredibly blessed to have such a supportive community, and we truly appreciate businesses that invest in our students and staff. It is always a GREAT day to be a Pinto! ❤️💙
If your business is interested in becoming a Pinto Pride sponsor for the 2026-2027 school year, please email me at ashley.benton@califoniak12.org for more information or with any questions. We would love to partner with you to continue recognizing the amazing people who make our district special!
Thank you for your support and consideration!
During the 2025-2026 school year, California R-1 proudly launched a new staff recognition tradition called ❤️ Pinto Pride ❤️
Each month, students, staff, and families nominated and voted for a staff member who went above and beyond through kindness, leadership, dedication, and support for others. Through our “Loving Our Pintos” initiative, we were able to recognize the incredible employees who make a difference in the lives of our students every single day.
Thanks to the generosity of our amazing community sponsors, each monthly winner received:
🎉 A prize basket filled with favorite things and donated items
👕 A custom Pinto Pride t-shirt
⭐ An exclusive Pinto Pride decal reserved only for winners
As we prepare for the 2026-2027 school year, we are excited to EXPAND the program by recognizing both:
🍎 Teacher of the Month
🛠️ Support Staff Member of the Month
That means we will celebrate 18 outstanding staff members throughout the school year!
💙 BUT WE NEED YOUR HELP! 💙
We are currently seeking businesses and community sponsors willing to support Pinto Pride through:
✔️ Monthly donated items
✔️ One-time donations for the school year
✔️ Monetary donations to help purchase prizes and recognition items
In appreciation of your support, sponsoring businesses will be recognized monthly on district social media pages and in our district newsletter.
California R-1 is incredibly blessed to have such a supportive community, and we truly appreciate businesses that invest in our students and staff. It is always a GREAT day to be a Pinto! ❤️💙
If your business is interested in becoming a Pinto Pride sponsor for the 2026-2027 school year, please email me at ashley.benton@califoniak12.org for more information or with any questions. We would love to partner with you to continue recognizing the amazing people who make our district special!
Thank you for your support and consideration!
Attention Middle School Parents!
We are aware that some families did not receive summer school letters in the mail. We apologize for the inconvenience and appreciate your patience and understanding.
Here’s what you need to know about Middle School Summer School:
📅 Summer School Dates: May 27 – June 19
⏰ Hours: 7:30 AM- 3:00 PM
📍 Location: CES
Students should arrive on time each day and be ready for a fun and successful summer learning experience!
If you have questions regarding transportation, schedules, or enrollment, please contact the middle school office.
🚨 WE ARE HIRING! 🚨
The Moniteau County R-1 School District is seeking a Middle School Administrative Assistant for the 2026-2027 school year! 📚✏️
📍 Middle School Office
📅 11-Month Position (August 1 – June 30)
We are looking for someone who is organized, professional, patient, and enjoys working with students, staff, and families. Experience with receptionist/secretarial duties and computer applications is preferred.
Come join the Pinto family and make a difference every day! ❤️💙
For more information and application details, please contact the Moniteau County R-1 School District.
https://www.californiak12.org/o/carisd/page/employment
It’s a great day to be a Pinto! 🐴
The Moniteau County R-1 School District is seeking a Middle School Administrative Assistant for the 2026-2027 school year! 📚✏️
📍 Middle School Office
📅 11-Month Position (August 1 – June 30)
We are looking for someone who is organized, professional, patient, and enjoys working with students, staff, and families. Experience with receptionist/secretarial duties and computer applications is preferred.
Come join the Pinto family and make a difference every day! ❤️💙
For more information and application details, please contact the Moniteau County R-1 School District.
https://www.californiak12.org/o/carisd/page/employment
It’s a great day to be a Pinto! 🐴
🍎🥪 Check out the Elementary & Middle School lunch menu! You can also find the menus in the Dining tab on the school website or app for easy access anytime! 📱💻
It’s a great day to be a Pinto! ❤️
It’s a great day to be a Pinto! ❤️
Today’s the day! 🥎🎉
Our California Softball Youth Camp kicks off today, and we are so excited to see all of our future Pintos out on the field! 💙
Get ready for a day full of fun, learning, and softball skills! Let’s make it a great one! 💪✨
Our California Softball Youth Camp kicks off today, and we are so excited to see all of our future Pintos out on the field! 💙
Get ready for a day full of fun, learning, and softball skills! Let’s make it a great one! 💪✨
Where do we even begin to honor some truly incredible members of our Pinto family? 💙❤️
This year, we say goodbye to two amazing staff members who are retiring and leaving behind a legacy of love, dedication, and countless lives touched along the way.
✨ Donna Birdsong — thank you for 5 wonderful years of caring for our students and supporting our building.
✨ Amy Higgins — 28 years of dedication, memories, laughter, and impact that will never be forgotten.
Donna and Amy, we appreciate you more than words can say. Thank you for every smile, every encouraging word, every long day, and every student you helped along the way. Your impact will continue long after this year. We will miss you dearly, but we are so excited for the fun, relaxation, adventures, and memories ahead for both of you! ❤️
We are also saying goodbye to some other wonderful members of our team — Dyan Ingram, Susan Ferrell, and Alyssa Harry. Thank you for everything you have poured into our district and students. While we are sad to see you go, we cannot wait to see all the big things your futures hold!
Once a Pinto, always a Pinto. ❤️💙
This year, we say goodbye to two amazing staff members who are retiring and leaving behind a legacy of love, dedication, and countless lives touched along the way.
✨ Donna Birdsong — thank you for 5 wonderful years of caring for our students and supporting our building.
✨ Amy Higgins — 28 years of dedication, memories, laughter, and impact that will never be forgotten.
Donna and Amy, we appreciate you more than words can say. Thank you for every smile, every encouraging word, every long day, and every student you helped along the way. Your impact will continue long after this year. We will miss you dearly, but we are so excited for the fun, relaxation, adventures, and memories ahead for both of you! ❤️
We are also saying goodbye to some other wonderful members of our team — Dyan Ingram, Susan Ferrell, and Alyssa Harry. Thank you for everything you have poured into our district and students. While we are sad to see you go, we cannot wait to see all the big things your futures hold!
Once a Pinto, always a Pinto. ❤️💙
🍦🎉 Middle School Sweet Treats + Birthday Celebration! 🎉🍦
A huge shoutout to our amazing PTSA for treating all middle school students to ice cream and bomb pops today! What a fun and refreshing way to celebrate and brighten the day—thank you for supporting our students! 💙
We also want to wish a very happy birthday celebration to Coach Coach Heebs! 🎂🥳 We appreciate everything you do for our students and hope you have a fantastic day!
It’s a great day to be a Pinto! 🐴✨
A huge shoutout to our amazing PTSA for treating all middle school students to ice cream and bomb pops today! What a fun and refreshing way to celebrate and brighten the day—thank you for supporting our students! 💙
We also want to wish a very happy birthday celebration to Coach Coach Heebs! 🎂🥳 We appreciate everything you do for our students and hope you have a fantastic day!
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 😉)
Last week in Mr. Felber’s 7th Grade History classes, students participated in a Mock Trial centered on President Andrew Jackson and questions about his actions, the Constitution, and the role of government in American history.
Students learned how a courtroom trial works and how the different roles work together within the judicial process. Each class featured students serving as the judge, prosecuting attorneys, defense attorneys, witnesses, Andrew Jackson himself, and the jury. Both sides presented their arguments before the jury of each class worked together to decide a final verdict of guilty or not guilty on the charges presented by the prosecution.
This activity gave students the chance to step into history instead of just reading about it. Along the way, they practiced public speaking, teamwork, critical thinking, and learned how to support decisions with evidence and discussion.
Great job to all of our 7th Grade History students for the effort and professionalism they showed throughout the trial process!
Students learned how a courtroom trial works and how the different roles work together within the judicial process. Each class featured students serving as the judge, prosecuting attorneys, defense attorneys, witnesses, Andrew Jackson himself, and the jury. Both sides presented their arguments before the jury of each class worked together to decide a final verdict of guilty or not guilty on the charges presented by the prosecution.
This activity gave students the chance to step into history instead of just reading about it. Along the way, they practiced public speaking, teamwork, critical thinking, and learned how to support decisions with evidence and discussion.
Great job to all of our 7th Grade History students for the effort and professionalism they showed throughout the trial process!
Snaps from the 8th Grade Poetry Café! ☕📖
Ms. Distler organized a special event where more than 20 students bravely shared their original poems in front of their peers. We are so proud of our students for using their voices, creativity, and confidence to express themselves. Great job to everyone who participated — it’s a great day to be a Pinto!
Ms. Distler organized a special event where more than 20 students bravely shared their original poems in front of their peers. We are so proud of our students for using their voices, creativity, and confidence to express themselves. Great job to everyone who participated — it’s a great day to be a Pinto!
