As the new year starts, so does the second half of the school year. It will be the final semester for high school seniors before they venture out into the real world; some will join the workforce, and others will go on to college. more

It is a new year, and the Marshfield High School Speech and Debate Team members have been seeing success. Since starting competitions in October, the students have been bringing home trophies, some being 1st place. more

The gears are turning for the Strafford Robotics team. more

The Marshfield High School Choral program has been earning honors and breaking records for the past few months. more

Students at Strafford Elementary sailed the seas and learned some important lessons as Author Isaiah "Izzy B" Basye visited the school on Nov. 8. He and illustrator Ben Askew were there talking about their latest book, "The Mighty McKraken." This fun story introduces kids to concepts such as please and thank you, sharing, and treating others with respect. more

On Friday, Nov. 10, Niangua school held its Veterans Day Assembly. The assembly included programming to honor veterans and educate the public about the ultimate sacrifice service men and women make. However, students, teachers, and community members in the crowd were in for an extra special surprise. more

Even though Veterans Day fell on a Saturday this year, that did not stop local schools from honoring those alive and passed. Conway schools held an assembly on Nov. 9, with all students k-12 attending. Other schools around Webster County, including Marshfield, Logan-Rogersville, Strafford, Niangua, and Fordland, held assemblies on Nov. 10. Many drew large crowds as guests and vets attended. The assemblies included speeches, music, and meals, with each school honoring those who answered the call to serve. more

On Friday, Nov. 3, The students of Webster Elementary gathered for their first quarter, Soaring Bluejays Assembly.  more

Seniors at Marshfield High School received a pleasant surprise during their lunch period on Oct. 24. more

Is Fido starting to look a bit dirty, but you don’t have time to clean them up? What if there was a way to get your dog clean while also helping a good cause? Consider registering for the Doggy Bath Fundraiser hosted by the Marshfield High School Kim Ecology 2 Class. more

Veteran’s Day this year falls on a weekend, but that will not stop the local school districts from honoring those living and past who answered the call to serve our country. Here is what to expect leading up to Veteran’s Day. more

On Oct. 10, 80 high school tenors and basses gathered at Southwest Baptist University for a day of extraordinary music-making. more

On Monday, Oct. 9, the Marshfield R-1 School District hosted a networking event in the high school gym, encouraging a connection between the school and local businesses. 28 local businesses and people of interest attended the event and had conversations with teachers to promote community partnerships within the district. more

Construction has begun on the addition to and renovation of the Cogdill Early Childhood Center.  more

On Aug. 11, the Marshfield R-1 school news Facebook page posted that grades k-12 would receive free breakfast this year as part of the Provision 2 Program. more

The Marshfield Bluejays continued showcasing their athletes for the fall season by having another night of Meet the Jays in the high school gym. Audiences only had to pay the entrance fee of a single pack of gum to meet the girls golf, boys swimming, and volleyball teams. more

As the new school year approaches, many districts in Webster County will welcome students and staff back to their buildings. more

New fencing around the playground area at Niangua Schools has been installed ahead of the school year, a project that could not have been completed this year without help from the community and support from school administrators. more

The 7th and 8th grade Marshfield Gifted Education students have returned from our amazing trip to Destination Imagination Global Finals in Kansas City, MO. more

On Sunday, May 21, Marshfield High School held its commencement ceremony at the O’Reilly Family Event Center in Springfield, honoring the 190 students graduating from the R-1 School District. more

Thursday, May 18, at the High Street Baptist Church, Strafford High School honored its 79 graduating seniors with a commencement ceremony. more

Fordland High School held its commencement ceremony Friday, May 19, honoring its 38 graduates and filling the FHS gymnasium with excited family and friends. more

As another school year closes, many look to start the next chapter of their lives. Among them is Marshfield High School Speech and Theater Teacher, Speech and Debate Coach, and Theater Director Greg Holtschneider, also known simply as "H". more

These Bluejays have signed their letters of intent and will continue their careers in college. more

As our school year starts winding down, it is time to think about our students and their summer plans. Summers are a time of fun and enjoyment for kids, full of outdoor activities, bike rides, swimming, and more. For students in the age group we serve, however, it can also mean lots of unsupervised time. Many parents work Monday through Friday jobs, and kids ages 9-11 are often considered old enough to stay home alone. With this in mind, we will be having a Shook Safety Night on Tuesday, May 16 from 6:00-8:00 pm. This event is designed to provide parents with the knowledge necessary to keep their children safe, in hopes we will see all of our kiddos again in August, happy and healthy. more