
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

AM Preschool classes had so much fun at their end of the year field trip at Elite!
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AM Preschool class Elite field trip part 2











PM Preschool classes had a blast at their end of the year field trip at Elite!
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PM Preschool Elite field trip
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🌟Cuteness Overload🌟
{End of the Year Kindergarten Program}




Mrs. French's class made Oobleck this afternoon! 😳 Our hands turned
blue but we sure had fun! 🙌🏼








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


Our first graders did an awesome job today! Mrs. French is proud of all of you! 🖤💛











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




We would like to wish our building leaders a Happy Principals Day. Thank you for all that you do.



We are blessed with the best at Masterson! 💗💗💗🍩🍩🍩
Mrs. Weaver and Mrs. Kamper wear themselves out daily running around this school to meet the needs of their staff and students! We are so thankful for their support, patience, and work ethic. ❤️
Happy Principals’ Appreciation Day, you two! 🥰🥰🥰👏👏👏



Preschool field trip to Elite is tomorrow!🎉
Wear comfy clothes and tennis shoes!


These 1st graders did a great job on their play today!




Meet me at the 50!











If interested, please help us complete our team for the 2025-2026 school year.


Mrs. French's class read Jack and the Beanstalk and planted our magic beans! We were so excited our beans grew and grew! 👏🏼We decided that we all have a green thumbs! 👍











🖤Second Grade Parents💛
4th Quarter A.R. Assembly is this Friday! 📚


⭐️WOW Wall Shout Outs!⭐️



2nd grade all 4 quarters AR goal trip! 📚🖤💛









