This honor reflects his dedication to student success, strong leadership, and commitment to creating a positive and innovative learning environment for our schools and community.
Please join us in congratulating Dr. Leeker on this well-deserved recognition.
Here are our current openings in the Kennett School District.
A huge THANK YOU to our incredible FCC School-Based Health Clinic team for providing 86 FREE physicals to our middle and high school band students and athletes! 🏃♀️🎺🏈
We appreciate all you do for our students and our district!
📣 Attention Parents of Future 8th & 12th Graders!
The Dunklin County Health Department will be on campus to provide FREE TDAP & Menactra vaccines for students entering 8th and 12th grade for the 2026–2027 school year.
📍 KHS: April 21
📍 KMS: May 5
These vaccines are required by the state, so don’t miss this convenient opportunity to get your student ready for next year!
✅ How to Register:
💻 Scan the QR code or visit: https://patients.vaxcare.com/registration
🔑 Enrollment ID: MO17472
📄 Paper consent forms may also be sent home. Please return them to the school nurse by April 3rd.
Let’s make sure your student is up to date and ready for a great school year!
Kennett #39 School District would like to extend our sincere appreciation to Mr. Chris Wake, who has chosen to conclude his service as a member of the Board of Education after 18 years of dedicated leadership.
During his tenure, Mr. Wake worked alongside 12 fellow board members, 3 superintendents, and 2 board secretaries, helping guide our district through years of growth and change. Throughout it all, he remained a strong supporter of our staff and students and a steadfast advocate for doing what is best for all students.
Thank you, Mr. Wake, for your commitment, leadership, and lasting impact on Kennett #39 School District. Your service has made a difference, and your contributions will not be forgotten.
March is School Board Appreciation Month in Missouri, and we want to take a moment to recognize and thank the dedicated individuals who serve our district with leadership, vision, and commitment to our students, staff, and community.
We are grateful for the service of: Board President: Mr. Matt Shetley; Board Vice President: Mr. Matt Poole; Members: Mr. Larry Boone, Mr. Chris Wake, Mr. David Williams, Mr. Dustin Harris, and Mr. Matt Freeman
Your time, leadership, and passion for education do not go unnoticed. Thank you for the countless decisions you make to support student success and move our district forward!
Please join us in showing appreciation for our outstanding Board of Education!
#SchoolBoardAppreciationMonth #ThankYouSchoolBoard #KennettProud
Call or Text 573-203-5585 or email awareproject@kennett.k12.mo.us for mental health care for KSD students!
The FCC School-Based Health Clinic (SBHC) will be offering FREE physicals for Atheltics and Band for students at KMS and KHS on Thursday, March 19.
📄 Forms are available from your coach, band director, or school nurse.
⏰ Completed paperwork must be turned in by the end of the day on March 17 in order to participate.
This is a great opportunity for students planning to participate in sports or band activities to complete their required physical at no cost.
Please contact your school nurse, coach, or band director if you have any questions.
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