🎉🍎 Celebrating Excellence at Gasconade County R-1! 🍎🎉
We’re excited to announce that Amy Alferman has been named a nominee for the Missouri Department of Elementary and Secondary Education’s Missouri Regional Teacher of the Year Award for the 2026–2027 school year! 👏
Amy’s passion for education, commitment to her students, and ability to make a lasting impact in the classroom make her truly deserving of this recognition. ❤️📚
Being nominated is a significant honor and marks the beginning of the journey toward Missouri’s Teacher of the Year—highlighting the incredible work happening right here at GCR-1.
Congratulations, Amy, and best of luck as you move forward—we’re proud to support you every step of the way! 🐾💙
We’re excited to announce that Amy Alferman has been named a nominee for the Missouri Department of Elementary and Secondary Education’s Missouri Regional Teacher of the Year Award for the 2026–2027 school year! 👏
Amy’s passion for education, commitment to her students, and ability to make a lasting impact in the classroom make her truly deserving of this recognition. ❤️📚
Being nominated is a significant honor and marks the beginning of the journey toward Missouri’s Teacher of the Year—highlighting the incredible work happening right here at GCR-1.
Congratulations, Amy, and best of luck as you move forward—we’re proud to support you every step of the way! 🐾💙
💙 Help Us Recognize Our Outstanding Bearcat Staff! 💙
Gasconade County R-1 Schools is proud to recognize staff who go above and beyond for our students and community.
If a teacher, aide, bus driver, custodian, or any staff member has made a positive impact in your life or your student’s life, we want to hear from you!
Submit your nomination for the 2026 Bearcat Pride Awards here:
👉 2026 Bearcat Pride Nomination Form
Today’s baseball game against New Haven has been postponed. A rescheduled date will be announced at a later time.
🚌💛 Happy School Bus Driver Appreciation Day! 💛🚌
Today we celebrate the incredible bus drivers of Gasconade County R-I who safely transport our students each and every day. Their dedication, patience, and care help start and end each school day on the right note!
As students head home this afternoon, we encourage everyone to take a moment to say thank you to your bus driver for all they do. A small gesture can make a big difference!
We appreciate our drivers and the important role they play in keeping our students safe. 💛
Today we celebrate the incredible bus drivers of Gasconade County R-I who safely transport our students each and every day. Their dedication, patience, and care help start and end each school day on the right note!
As students head home this afternoon, we encourage everyone to take a moment to say thank you to your bus driver for all they do. A small gesture can make a big difference!
We appreciate our drivers and the important role they play in keeping our students safe. 💛
🏅🎉 Join us for Special Olympics! 🎉🏅
Mark your calendars for Friday, May 8th, 2026 at the Hermann High School Track for a day full of excitement, determination, and celebration!
The Opening Ceremony and Parade of Athletes begins at 9:30 AM, with track events immediately following. The event will wrap up around 2:00 PM.
Food and drinks will be available for purchase, with all proceeds going back to support our local Special Olympics events.
Come out and support our incredible athletes—we hope to see you there! 💙👏
🏓 Hermann FCCLA Pickleball Tournament 🏓
Grab a partner and join us for two evenings of fun, competition, and community—all for a great cause! 💙💛
📅 May 19 & 20, 2026
⏰ 5:45 PM – 8:00 PM (both days)
📍 Hermann City Park Pickleball Courts
💲 $30 per team
🏆 Up to $100 prize for the winning team
👥 Men’s, Women’s & Mixed Doubles (all in one bracket)
We’re aiming for at least 16 teams—so rally your friends and sign up today! All proceeds help support FCCLA Nationals!
📧 Register or ask questions: [hermannhighfcclachapter@gmail.com](mailto:hermannhighfcclachapter@gmail.com)
🗓 Register by May 13
Come out, compete, and support our students! 🙌
Grab a partner and join us for two evenings of fun, competition, and community—all for a great cause! 💙💛
📅 May 19 & 20, 2026
⏰ 5:45 PM – 8:00 PM (both days)
📍 Hermann City Park Pickleball Courts
💲 $30 per team
🏆 Up to $100 prize for the winning team
👥 Men’s, Women’s & Mixed Doubles (all in one bracket)
We’re aiming for at least 16 teams—so rally your friends and sign up today! All proceeds help support FCCLA Nationals!
📧 Register or ask questions: [hermannhighfcclachapter@gmail.com](mailto:hermannhighfcclachapter@gmail.com)
🗓 Register by May 13
Come out, compete, and support our students! 🙌
HMS Honor Society is hosting a hygiene drive this week. The grade that donates the most items will receive an extra recess. Thank you in advance for your donations!
🐾Sports Physicals Available! 🐾
Southwest Medical Associates is offering sports physicals for middle and high school students—just in time to get ready for upcoming seasons!
📍Location: Southwest Medical Associates
123 Bavarian Hills Plaza, Hermann, MO
📅 Date: Thursday, May 7, 2026
⏰ Time: Beginning at 3:30 PM
💲 Cost: $30
📞 Call 573-486-2118 to schedule your appointment
Appointments are required, and a parent or legal guardian must be present.
Don’t wait—get your physical checked off the list and be ready to play!
Southwest Medical Associates is offering sports physicals for middle and high school students—just in time to get ready for upcoming seasons!
📍Location: Southwest Medical Associates
123 Bavarian Hills Plaza, Hermann, MO
📅 Date: Thursday, May 7, 2026
⏰ Time: Beginning at 3:30 PM
💲 Cost: $30
📞 Call 573-486-2118 to schedule your appointment
Appointments are required, and a parent or legal guardian must be present.
Don’t wait—get your physical checked off the list and be ready to play!
👏✨ Congratulations to Taylor Lauer! ✨👏
We are proud to recognize Taylor for her participation in the FCCLA Legislative Shadowing Project at the Missouri State Capitol!
During this incredible experience, Taylor had the opportunity to work alongside State Representative Jim Schulte, observe legislative sessions, engage in meaningful discussions on current issues, and gain firsthand insight into the lawmaking process. Her involvement reflects a strong commitment to leadership, civic engagement, and a bright future in public service.
Way to represent your school and community with excellence, Taylor! 💙
We are proud to recognize Taylor for her participation in the FCCLA Legislative Shadowing Project at the Missouri State Capitol!
During this incredible experience, Taylor had the opportunity to work alongside State Representative Jim Schulte, observe legislative sessions, engage in meaningful discussions on current issues, and gain firsthand insight into the lawmaking process. Her involvement reflects a strong commitment to leadership, civic engagement, and a bright future in public service.
Way to represent your school and community with excellence, Taylor! 💙
Congratulations to Chase Branson on his individual first place finish at this year's District Scholar Bowl Tournament.
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💪 ALL GRIT, NO QUIT 💪
Ready to put in the work this summer? The Hermann “All Grit, No Quit” Camp is your chance to build strength—both physically and mentally.
📍 Hermann High School
📅 August 3rd–7th
👥 Open to 6th–12th grade students
🔥 Forge mental toughness
🔥 Build relentless grit
🔥 Strengthen school spirit & unity
Spots are limited—scan the QR code to sign up today!
Ready to put in the work this summer? The Hermann “All Grit, No Quit” Camp is your chance to build strength—both physically and mentally.
📍 Hermann High School
📅 August 3rd–7th
👥 Open to 6th–12th grade students
🔥 Forge mental toughness
🔥 Build relentless grit
🔥 Strengthen school spirit & unity
Spots are limited—scan the QR code to sign up today!
Hermann High School will be hosting an American Red Cross Blood Drive on Wednesday, April 29 from 1:00–5:30 p.m. in the Commons/Cafeteria.
Every donation can help save lives—consider signing up and making a difference in our community.
Schedule your appointment at RedCrossBlood.org (enter: HermannHS) or call 1-800-RED CROSS.
Every donation can help save lives—consider signing up and making a difference in our community.
Schedule your appointment at RedCrossBlood.org (enter: HermannHS) or call 1-800-RED CROSS.
Check out where our Bearcats will be competing and come out to support!🐾💙
All after school activities have been canceled for Monday, April 27th. The track meet at New Haven will not be rescheduled. The V/JV baseball games at St. James are rescheduled for Friday, May1st.
Gasconade County R-1 is monitoring the potential for severe weather tomorrow. The National Weather Service has indicated that there is a chance of severe weather tomorrow afternoon and evening. At this time, we plan to operate on a normal schedule for tomorrow, Monday, April 27. If there are any changes, they will be announced through our normal channels. If you have any questions, please reach out to your student’s building or the central office.
Congratulations to this year's prom king and queen, Bracksten Carr and Kimber Hale.
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Today's baseball game against Belle has been canceled, it will not be rescheduled.
Thank you to our amazing senior track athletes!
