PRESS RELEASE
Dear Parents:
I want to share information with you about an incident today in our district that occurred at South Elementary School. Thanks to the immediate action of a student, staff and local law enforcement, all students and staff are safe and no one was injured.
After District staff received a report that a student had brought a weapon to school, District staff immediately confiscated the weapon and notified law enforcement. Law enforcement arrived and took possession of the gun, which was unloaded. The District is committed to working with local law enforcement and cooperating with their investigation. While the District cannot comment on the details of the investigation, the District’s policies strictly prohibit the possession of weapons on District property.
The District would like to express its appreciation for the student who reported the weapon and to District staff and local law enforcement for their swift response.
The District is committed to providing students, parents, and staff with a safe learning environment. Parents, please contact the District or law enforcement with any questions or concerns.
Respectfully,
Dr. Richie Leeker
Superintendent
Kennett #39 School District
KSD #39 would like to congratulate and recognize Mr. Gus Venson for being nominated and selected as a recipient of the "Incredible Indian" Award. Mr. Gus works in our Maintenance Department and as our Plumber. His nomination form states, " ...Mr. Gus always does anything asked of him and never argues. Mr. Gus is one of the first to volunteer to help out. He takes pride in his work and loves being a part of the Kennett #39 School District." Congratulations, Mr. Gus! Community members are able to nominate KSD #39 staff by completing this form: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/14rSPzr81kclbJjIU4dToZsoJp_L0I19p4kdI99xle7Y/viewform
Today, we celebrate the incredible careers and lasting legacies of our retiring teachers and staff. Your dedication, compassion, and unwavering commitment to our students have shaped countless lives and inspired generations.
On behalf of our entire school community, thank you for the years you’ve spent guiding, teaching, and supporting our students. You’ve made a difference that will be felt for years to come.
Congratulations on your retirement—you’ve earned every moment of this new chapter!
#ThankYouTeachers #RetirementCelebration #ProudToTeach #GratitudeInEducation
If interested, please help us complete our team for the 2025-2026 school year.
We are honored to invite our Kennett #39 community to a special Retirement Ceremony as we celebrate and thank the incredible educators who have dedicated their careers to shaping the lives of our students.
Please join us as we recognize their years of service, commitment, and the lasting impact they’ve had on our district.
Date: May 1, 2025
Time: 5:00-6:00 PM
Location: Kennett High School Cafeteria
Let’s come together to show our appreciation and give them the heartfelt sendoff they truly deserve.
#Kennett39Proud #ThankYouTeachers #RetirementCelebration
Today, Thomas Crane, Zilliah Privet, Devin Statler, and Hunter Tate are representing KCTC at the SkillsUSA State Competition at State Tech College in Linn, Missouri
Wish them the best of luck as they go head-to-head with the top students from every district across the state!
#SkillsUSA #SkillsAtWork #Ignite
NO COST TO ATTEND
Missouri Highway Patrol
Youth Academy
Health Occ. traveled to A-State to the NYIT Structure & Function Lab at Wilson Hall. The students got to explore the human body in the Cadaver lab, learned about Osteopathic medicine, and learned to intubate. Lots of learning and fun. Part1... more photos on next post.
NYIT pics cont. part 2
Part 3. It was hard getting pictures of everyone. I got as many as I could. Everyone made a successful intubation 😍🤩.
We want to thank Mr. John Kelly with The Systems Group for coming in today and talking with our students about the employment opportunities they have to offer our students.
KSD #39 would like to congratulate and recognize Mrs. Erin Franklin for being nominated and selected as a recipient of the "Incredible Indian" Award. Mrs. Franklin is the Kennett Middle School Counselor Secretary. Her nomination form states, "Mrs. Franklin is a great asset to our school. She always goes above and beyond in her duties. This can be as simple as greeting students with a smile, filling in the gaps to help cover areas of need, or fostering an inclusive environment for the staff. I have also witnessed her interactions with students. She always has a positive outlook and is ready to help them with whatever they need. She is definitely a positive influence on students and staff members alike." Congratulations, Mrs. Franklin!
Community members are able to nominate KSD #39 staff by completing this form: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSd7GkWE2BoJFS5Qr1QPbq-VhBrZLX2Ugb5eGTbz6kOtVwAHWg/viewform?usp=sharing
We want to thank Mr. John Kelly with The Systems Group for coming in today and talking with our students about the employment opportunities they have to offer our students.
Destiny Parsons (Kennett) is setting up the padding machine to compound some notepads, while Kalei Cook (Kennett) is counting out/separating information cards in Graphic Arts today.
Due the nature of the potential hazardous weather, the FEMA building located at Kennett High School is now open.
Graphics Arts class made a decal for Harry Gattis (Maint. Dept.) and the Auto Tech students put it on for him.
Walter & Washington will be closing today at 12:45.
The special today will be Country fried steak mashed potatoes with gravy, corn, and a roll.
KSD #39 Community: Due to inclement weather, we will be dismissing schools starting at 12:45 PM today. We are closely monitoring the weather conditions and working with the Dunklin County Emergency Management team to ensure safety. Please stay safe, and we will provide updates as needed. #WeatherAlert #SafetyFirst
After consulting with local and national weather services about the April 2nd forecast, Kennett School District #39 will monitor the situation and may dismiss early. As always, updates will be shared via Thrillshare. The safety of our students and staff is our top priority during this weather event.
March is School Board Appreciation Month, and we want to take a moment to express our heartfelt thanks to our local school board members. Your dedication, time, and hard work ensure that our schools continue to thrive,
providing students with the best possible education. We appreciate your commitment to the future of our community and all that you do to support our educators, students, and families. Thank you for your unwavering service and leadership!
KSD #39 School Board Member
President: Mr. Matt Shetley
Vice President: Mr. Matt Poole
Member: Mr. Larry Boone
Member: Mr. Dustin Harris
Member: Mr. Ralph Heman
Member: Mr. Chris Wake
Member: Mr. David Williams
