Happy Fourth of July!! Be safe and act responsibly.
Happy July! Don’t forget to be reading at home; either on your own or with someone every day! It’s good for the brain! 😃
We have an amazing support group from the community, businesses, churches, and parents. Through donations, elementary students will not need to supply crayons or pencils this year! 19-20 Supply Lists
Last day of summer school - Water Day!
Tomorrow is the last day of summer school! We will have a water day at school. Please send an extra change of clothes, shoes, and a towel. They WILL get wet! Please put sunscreen on your child before they come to school! Thanks!
Due to the weather, elementary summer school will not be going to the pool today. Students will be reimbursed today or tomorrow.
Republic Warrior Sports
Summer School Game Time
Elementary summer school will not be swimming today due to weather.
The rain on Tuesday did not stop our Summer School fun!
Incredible Pizza
The tale of two Champions! Good Luck!
Summer school parent pick up will be located down near the playground for today.
Wildcat fans here for support as we play for sectionals against Walnut Grove. Hoping the rain holds off.
Our angel rocks at Benton Elementary. Love being a part of a caring community!
Baseball Sectional Update:
Due to the impending weather tonight we are going to move today’s baseball start time up to 2:00 pm.
ELEMENTARY BASKETBALL CAMP UPDATE:
We will not be going today because the baseball game has been moved up to 2:00 pm.
We will go Tuesday and Thursday this week and Monday thru Wednesday next week.
Elementary Basketball Camp Update:
On Monday we will be ending at 4. We are doing this because the baseball team plays at 4:30.
Sectional Baseball Information:
vs Walnut Grove
@ Verona Baseball Field
Monday, May 20th, 2019
Start Time: 4:30 pm
Cost: $7.00
Parents it is not too late to sign-up your child(ren) for Basketball Camp. The dates of the camp are Monday, May 20th-Friday, May 24th. We will go from 2:45 to 4:15. You can drop your form off at the Elementary or High School Office or bring it with you the 1st day of camp.
Congratulations to our Baseball District Champs!
Congratulations Ashley and Courtney on their getting 1st Place for their Food systems division 6 State FFA Agriscience project, titled: Flour Power. They presented a research paper prepared by them and took questions from judges. These members worked extremely hard, even coming to school after the school year had ended to perfect their project.
Wrapped that game up in two innings. 15-0
First place in the state. Congratulations!
District games in Hurley today and tomorrow!
Summer school for 2019-2020 K-12 students starts tomorrow, Wednesday 15th. Free breakfast served starting at 7:30, classes begin at 8. Lunch provided, parent pick up at 2:45. No school on Fridays, ends June 18th. See you in the morning!
Perfect attendance for the year.
We don't need a field! 😁
No field day?? No problem!! Glow dance party in Mrs. Warden's 4th grade classroom!
Due to the marshland that is our field, and the cool temperatures; we will be staying inside. Teachers and staff will be working on doing fun events in the hallways and classrooms, so the kids can still enjoy some physical activities.
FFA Members, Parents, and Guests we hope to see all of you tonight to celebrate the accomplishments of Verona FFA! The banquet will begin at 6 pm in the school cafeteria. Members don't forget to wear your official dress. See you there!
Reading Bingo Party
Elementary will go ahead with plans for field day tomorrow. Be advised, the ground will be wet and muddy. Bring a change of clothes, shoes, a towel. If it is raining we will stay inside. Parents are more than welcome to come and participate or help out.
3rd grade All About that Bass
Talent Show
Talent Show
Elementary Talent Show is Tuesday. We are going to start at 1 in the gym. Parents are welcome to come and watch their students. This is going to be so awesome!
Congratulations to our Scott Tech Award Recipients. I’m proud of your hard work!
Celebrated our sixth graders today!
Blue Reward Field Trip forms need to be returned tomorrow. If you have any questions, please call the school.
The Verona R-VII School District has a new phone number. It is 1-833-402-9580. The old numbers will not be used after a period of transition. You may start using the new number immediately. Thank you.
Because of thunderstorms predicted for this afternoon, 4th grade canceled their field trip to Neosho. We did however have a great day at school, watching movies, eating popcorn, & drinking hot chocolate! We even had a STEM competition with paper airplanes. Field trip $ sent home.
Fifth Grade Field Trip to Ralph Foster Museum!
Fifth Grade Field Trip to Ralph Foster Museum!
6th Grade Tea invitations are coming home today.
Fair Winners; special thanks to Mrs. Kullman and the teachers for helping create such special memories!
Multi-Cultural Fair
PTA showing their love for teacher appreciation! Thank you all so much!
Students of the week.
Multi-Cultural Fair is in the elementary today. Come over and check out our countries.
Congratulations to our Entomology team! These girls competed yesterday at Missouri State FFA Convention against 48 schools. They placed 20th and received a silver rating!
Egg Rolls are here! If you ordered Egg Rolls please pick them up today!!
Celebrating our Debbie.
Congratulations to our Ozark 7 and Co-conference champs!
Verona 7-12 Academic Awards Night is tomorrow, Thursday, April 25. We hope you will join us as we celebrate the accomplishments of so many students.
2nd grade had a "splashing" good time at the Neosho Fish Hatchery
Students of the week.
It's Sale Day! All of the greenhouse plants are lined up and ready for customers. We have hanging baskets, lots of geraniums, peppers , and tomato plants. We will be in the agriculture shop form 3:15-5:30.
Don't forget about the plant sale next Tuesday! We have a wide variety of hanging baskets and flats, all grown by Verona Agriculture Students. Here Evelyn Reyes our 2 varieties of Wave petunias, Plum pudding and Burgundy star.
4th grade is going on a field trip! Permission slips are coming home today. Please send permission slip and money back to school by April 24.
The Verona FFA will be having a plant sale April 23-24 3:15-5:30pm. In the Agriculture shop/greenhouse.
Hanging Baskets- $10
6”pots- $3
4” pots- $2
4packs- $2
Plants include: wave petunias, geraniums, coleus, impatiens, marigolds, begonias, sweet potato vine, tomatoes and peppers.
Bus 4 had a substitute driver this evening. It was involved in a very minor accident with a pickup. There were no injuries nor any vehicle damage.
More 5th grade field trip
5th Grade Filed Trip to Roaring River State Park. We hiked, learned about lichen, and also learned about the spring that is there!
Grades 3-6 start their math MAP testing tomorrow through Thursday. Let’s get plenty of rest, and be ready to do our best!
Students of the week.
Seventh and eighth grade start state testing tomorrow. You can help your student do their best by making sure they get to school on time, encouraging them to get a good night’s sleep, and feeding them a healthy breakfast. You are the most important influence in your students lives. Thank you for supporting them.
4th grade had a great time yesterday at the Mo. Institute of Natural Science! They learned all about fossils, and even got to go on a fossil dig so they could take fossils home!
Fifth Grade Roaring River Presentation
Congratulations Entomology team! They will be representing Verona FFA at the Missouri State FFA Convention! Ashley Freiburger, Courtney Freiburger, Rachael Lietz and Hailey Francisco competed this week in the Southwest Missouri District competition and because of their hard work have qualified to compete at State.
Fifth Grade will be going to Roaring River on Monday, April 15th. Please be sure they are dressed appropriately for the weather and have on closed-toe shoes!
The Wildcat Pageant has been canceled due to lack of participation. Sorry for any inconvenience.
Our greenhouse is about ready to bust at the seams! Verona FFA plant sale dates coming soon.
May 1, 6:30 p.m. Senior Baccalaureate at the Verona Christian Church
May 3, 7:00 a.m. Senior Family and Faculty Breakfast in the Vog-Ag Shop
May 3, 7:00 p.m. Senior Graduation in the Gym
Students of the week.
This is in relation to Elementary summer school. The flyer states preschool; however, it is only for students going into kindergarten through seventh grade. Sorry for the confusion.
Paraprofessional day!
Celebrating our paraprofessionals today!
Students of Week
THANK YOU VERONA!!!
Project K.I.D.S. Bond Issue passed. Thank you for providing a safe room for our kids as well as a new gym to make room for all of our activities.
2019 Wildcat Pageant
6:00 p.m. April 13, 2019
$25 to enter
Forms available at the High School Office
For more information contact Mrs. Guiles 498-6042
Student Council Egg rolls on sale now! Pre-order your egg rolls today through April 23rd. Egg rolls will be available for pick-up on April 26th. $1 each or $5 for 6.
Please remember to VOTE today.
4th grade is going on a field trip! Permission slips are coming home today. Please send permission slip and money back to school by April 5.
Verona R-VII Employment Opportunity
Verona R-VII School District is seeking applicants for a part time custodian. This position will work 16 to 24 hours a week Monday through Friday. Interested applicants may apply at the central office or email dmayne@veronar7.net
Monday, April 1 - Lifetouch will be taking Spring Sports Pictures and Classroom Group Pictures. Bring Your Best Smiles and Uniforms if needed!
If the proposed No Tax Increase bond issue is passed, the project will feature a below grade fully encased concrete locker room area large enough to house or entire student population in case of a tornado as well as a competition gym with enough seating capacity for our most crowded events such as graduation.
Spring has sprung.
Last practice; bye Coach Rita.
WHY AREN'T THESE EXPENSES INCLUDED IN OUR OPERATING BUDGET?
Operating funds are used to support salaries and benefits, transportation costs, utilities, textbooks, and other supplies. Operating funds are used for maintenance and upkeep; however, there is very little left for facility upgrades.
So proud of these girls!
Congrats Twilah Carrasquillo on being named to the Missouri Basketball Coaches Association All State Team!
Book Fair
There will be no Elementary girls practice today because of weather. We will practice Saturday from 10-12.
Also tomorrow’s game is at Purdy. Try to be there by 4:00.
Get your student's required 2019-2020 shots done for free.Tuesday 3/13/19, CARE Mobile FREE Immunization Clinic applications went out today to your student. Applications are due on Monday 3/12/19.
HOW CAN WE DO THIS WITHOUT INCREASING TAXES?
Each year the District retires or pays off old debt from previous bond issues. As this debt is paid off, the existing levy can continue and the funds can be used to pay for bonds that are sold for new improvement projects.
We apologize, if your student rides bus 4 there has been a delay in pick up. We are trying to resolve the issue as soon as possible. If you need assistance contact the elementary or high school offices.
WHERE DOES THE MONEY COME FROM TO PAY FOR THE BONDS?
The District obtains bids and sells bonds to the buyer with the lowest interest rate. The District then pays back the debt over a period of years with tax dollars. This process is similar to a home loan.
Will the Bond Issue raise my taxes?
No. This is a NO TAX INCREASE Bond Issue, meaning voter approval will not increase the District's current debt service tax levy, which is dedicated to the repayment of bonds.
Missouri State Unuiversity
Research on the benefits of a 4 day week
https://www.ky3.com/content/news/Local-research-shows-favorable-view-of-four-day-school-weeks-504345441.html
Rescheduled Cheer Camp
What is a Bond Issue?
A bond issue is a traditional way for schools to borrow money to pay for major school maintenance and repair projects, such as adding security measures or upgrading worn-out areas.
Today’s baseball and softball jamborees that were scheduled for today have been cancelled due to weather. These jamborees will not be made up.
Check out next year's calendar https://5il.co/6v04
Students of the week.
Tonight’s 4,5,6 grades music performance at 6:30 is being postponed due to a family emergency. We are sorry for any inconvenience and disappointment. We will be looking to reschedule at a later date. Thank you for your understanding.
Twister
Title/PTA Night happening now! Come join us.
Title Night/PTA Night
Today’s Elementary Basketball game is scheduled to be played here vs Purdy. The girls will start at 4:30.
The Junior High Volleyball scheduled for this evening has been canceled.
Due to potentially hazardous road conditions the Mini Cheer Camp scheduled for March 1st has been canceled.
Verona R7. No school today. Roads have black ice in spots. 2/28/2019
Dr. Suess Week
ELEMENTARY BOYS BASKETBALL will have practice from 3:15 to 4:45. We moved the time up from 5 because the baseball and softball teams will be outside.
Read Across America and Dr. Seuss week starts Monday.
Boys Basketball Verona 55 Billings 45
School is being canceled at 1:30 PM today so we can get our students home safe before the snow gets bad. The district basketball game scheduled for tonight at Marrionvile has been postponed until tomorrow.
Conference Champs
Students of the week; Bentley Adamson and Amy Ortega.
School is in session for Thursday February 7. Be safe.
Congratulations! Jareckza Alvarado won the poster challenge! #GreatKindnessChallenge
Tomorrow is the beginning of homecoming spirit week. Dress like a twin and earn Wildcat Points for your class.
#GreatKindnessChallenge
#GreatKindnessChallenge
#GreatKindnessChallenge
Kindness week has been so fun and full of amazing acts of kindness! #GreatKindnessChallenge
Devoted enough to show up for 6:00am practices.
Since school has been cancelled, there will be no volleyball practice January 30.
No school Wednesday January 30, 2019 due to weather and roads.
Twilah Carrasquillo hits the 2000 point mark at Hurley. Chasing the school record. Congrats, Twilah!
Thanks to Mrs Voirin’s art students. We are super cute! 😍
The Verona R-VII School has lost one of its JH/HS Faculty members last night. The staff member died after a recent health struggle. We have counselors from area schools at Verona today to help with the grief of our students and staff. Please keep an eye on your children and let us know if you feel they need to see a conselor later in the week.
Great Kindness Week kicks off Monday the 28th.
We are experiencing issues with the telephone due to circumstances outside of our building. We have a couple of cell options for the day.
Elementary 417-229-7877
Jr High/High School 417-669-8603
A few Verona students has Fifth Disease. It is a virus that most kids recover from quickly and without complications. It causes a distinctive red rash on the face that makes a child appear to have a "slapped cheek." https://kidshealth.org/en/parents/fifth.html
3rd grade is learning about acceptance and celebrating Martin Luther King Jr's birthday.
Reviewing Outstanding Learner expectations.
PBIS Kickoff Respect!
Junior High and High School first semester report cards and state testing reports are being mailed out today. You may check your students grades online at anytime. If you need help logging in to the Parent Portal please contact the high school office.
Wednesday 1/9/19, Cox CARE MOBILE will give FREE, State required Immunizations for 2019-2020 School year to current Pre School, Seventh, and Eleven grade Verona students at Verona Schools.. Call 417 498-6042 to request required documentation. Be done for next year!
Congratulations on a 3rd place win in the Walnut Grove Invitational Holiday Classic!
Positive Referrals before break. Thanks for being culture builders. Let’s make Verona an amazingly positive place to be.
We have our movie and popcorn day tomorrow, students will be wearing pajamas, as well. It’s not too late for parents to volunteer to help out with popcorn and hot chocolate. Students dismissed for Christmas break at 12:30.
2nd and 3rd grade performance was a success.
Special thanks to those who sponsored a float in the parade and those that came out to support students. Community Matters!
Monday is crazy holiday sock day. Plus, the staff will be treated to lunch by the admin team. #celebrateMonday
FBLA hosted the Senior Citizen Luncheon on Wednesday.
Great turn out Monday for FAFSA Frenzy!
GBB at home against Purdy
We have seen many students and staff with upset stomachs, vomiting, sore throats and headaches these past few days. Just a reminder that your student needs to be fever (above 100.4F), vomit and diarrhea free for 24 hrs without medication before they can return to school.
Santa was at breakfast this morning.
Mrs. Yocum’s class is participating in the Moby Max challenge and Gillian Mattox won a competition. Keep up the hard work!
Senior FAFSA Night is underway! Have some food and get some help with financial aid. All seniors and their parents were invited. We are here until 6:30. It’s not too late to join us.
HS Spirit Days
Tomorrow is holiday hat day for the junior high and high school. Be creative! You might win a prize.
Love seeing all the fans in the stands. Great job cheer team and band!
Half Time Boys Varsity
Bella is hanging in the lunchroom today.
Holy Moly What a Game!
Bella is back for the season!
Students of the week. Lane Bonnow and Melanie Diaz
Congratulations Lady Wildcats!
Positive Referrals
Spoke hosts Lady Wildcats
It’s Thanksgiving feast time!
Students of the week for Nov 12 - 16 Gillian Mattox and Aaron Reyes
Students of the week of October 29th - November 2nd are Aislinn Wilson and Alexander Snow.
Students of the week for Nov 5 - 9 was Timothy Taylor and Lillian Brayfield.
Title Night is going on now. Come join us, we’re here till 7:30.
National Junior Society packing for the backpack program.
Verona R-VII School will dismiss early today, Monday 11/12/2018 at noon due to the potentially poor road conditions.
Reminder:
Join the Wildcats tomorrow as we celebrate our Veterans.
8:15 Breakfast
9:15 Celebration
Barn warming King and Queen
Veteran's Day Celebration
November 12th
Breakfast 8:15 - 9:00
Ceremony 9:15 -10:00
National Young Reader’s week starts Monday. Veteran’s assembly and marathon reading in classrooms. Tuesday Buddy Reading with peers. Wednesday Mrs. Whitehead reads to classrooms. Wed. dress in marathon clothes. Thursday wear pj’s lounge and read. Friday board game day.
Meet the Wildcats
Friday, November 2 is a work day for teachers. Students have a three day weekend. Enjoy!
Donut Day was a huge success. Thank you to all the parents and grandparents that came in.
Images from the Halloween Dance
El Dia de los Muertos
Tomorrow, elementary students may wear costumes, but no face paint or masks. If they do not want to wear costumes, our color theme is orange and black. Thank you.
Our lunch line looked a little different today.
Reminder; PreK, Kindergarten, and 1st grade students’ music performance will be held tonight in the gym at 6:30.
Fundraiser Take 2
Verona FBLA and Senior Class working a fundraiser at Monett South Park.
Trunk or Treat
Parent pick up will take place at the northwest gravel parking lot today October 26th. Enter using the fire lane on the west side of the school district. We will release parent pick up once the buses have left. We are sorry for any inconvenience this may cause you.
The Verona R-VII School District is in need of substitute teachers. If you have 60 hours of college credit or know someone that does, please have them contact the school to be placed on our substitute list.
Our 50th day was a huge success. Shout out to the parents that helped us! Ladies you rocked the day for us!
Verona FFA National Convention
Red Ribbon Week was kicked off with No Mirror Monday.
Let’s go Wildcats!
Monday 29th @ 6:30 Pk-1 Music Performance
Students of the week; EJ McCray and Abbi Bogart.
Verona Wild Clovers Community Service Project at Cannon Park
Students of the Week! Stormie Frampton & Braxton Adamson.
Tonight is senior night for volleyball and pink out. Verona students get in free when they wear pink. Teachers may wear jeans with pink today at school. And Parent Teacher Conference Day is tomorrow from 11-7. Make today great!
Fire safety with the Aurora Firefighters. Thanks so much! We appreciate you.
Positive Referrals for the week!
Special thanks to the Fire Department for visiting today.
Verona hosting the Bulldogs
Fire Safety Lessons! Thank you too our firemen!
Congratulations to our Students of the Week. Melinda Martinez and Andrew Thornsbrough.
Your student might have been exposed to Impetigo. It is highly contagious. It causes sores and blisters mostly around nose and mouth. More information available at https://www.webmd.com/skin-problems-and-treatments/understanding-impetigo-symptoms.
Lawrence County Health Department Flu Clinic Scheduled for October 18 and 19, 2018. Open to the public on October 19th, from 10am to 2pm. Call 498-6042 for appointment.
There is no school for Verona students tomorrow September 28. School pictures are Monday October 1.
No habrá clases para los estudiantes de Verona mañana 28 de septiembre. Las fotos de las escuelas son el lunes 1 de octubre.
You are invited to the FFA Fish Fry tomorrow night from 5-8. The cost is $5 for students and $10 for adults.
Delivered our painted rocks to Benton for Ms. Hayes’ rock garden.
Wildcats are battling it out in the third set with Jasper. Go Wildcats!
Wanted to remind parents of the reward trips and those requirements.
A’s, B’s, and C’s only.
No Referrals
95% Attendance
3 or less missing assignments
First trip will be coming in October. Details will come home at a later date. Thank you.
Junior High Girls' Basketball Team T-Shirts for Sale. If you have any questions please contact Coach Weiss. bweiss@veronar7.net or 417.498.6775 x 249
Junior High Girls' Basketball Team T-Shirts for Sale. If you have any questions please contact Coach Weiss. bweiss@veronar7.net or 417.498.6775 x 249
Junior High Girls' Basketball Team T-Shirts for Sale. If you have any questions please contact Coach Weiss. bweiss@veronar7.net or 417.498.6775 x 249
Junior High Girls' Basketball Team T-Shirts for Sale. If you have any questions please contact Coach Weiss. bweiss@veronar7.net or 417.498.6775 x 249
Mrs. Nettles’ first grade earned the first PBIS celebration! Well done students!!
Jr. High Boys starting the season at Hurley
Getting the Jr High B-ball season started at Hurley
We are happy to announce that our onsite Virtual Medical Clinic provided by CoxHealth is open! Please contact our school nurse or onsite navigator for cost and hours of operations.
Let the games begin. #veronaffa #kttspbr
Progress reports go home with students today, Friday, September 7th. Also, please visit the new website www.veronar7.net and download the Verona R7 phone app.
Elementary is using the new app during inservice.
Reminder, students have a four-day weekend due to teacher in-service tomorrow and Labor Day. We will see everyone back on Tuesday. Enjoy your family time!
Getting ready for the home opener.
This is how our superintendent decompresses.
Real life hero’s are celebrated too.
Having the courage, that’s all it takes to be a hero.
FFA students lend a helping hand.
Looking good Wildcats
Warming up for the first set at the Miller Jamboree.
We are Outstanding Learners!
Elementary Spirit Werk
Love having our preschool with us.
Checkout the new district app #veronar7 @austinela8 @whiteheadmelody
Junior High Girls Basketball Practice starts tomorrow from 3:30 -5:30
Gearing up to greet our students on day one.
First Day of School
Welcome Back
The mission of the Verona School District is to help students: acquire the knowledge, attitudes, and skills necessary to become healthy and productive adults; become life-long learners who are able to manage change; improve the democratic process and have a positive impact on their communities, their country, and the world.