🚌🚛 BACK-TO-SCHOOL ROAD SAFETY REMINDER! 🚛🚌
As our students head back to school tomorrow, our buses are back on the roads! This year, we also want to bring extra attention to the increased number of large trucks traveling throughout our area.
With school buses, large trucks, morning commuters, and students all sharing our roadways, please slow down, stay alert, and allow extra time for your morning and afternoon commutes.
🚛 Give large trucks plenty of space and stay out of their blind spots.
🛑 Always stop for school buses with flashing red lights and an extended stop sign.
👀 Watch carefully for students entering or crossing the roadway.
📵 Put the phone down and keep your attention on the road.
More traffic means we all need to use a little extra patience and caution. Please help us keep our students, bus drivers, truck drivers, and community safe as we begin another school year! 💙🐾
As our students head back to school tomorrow, our buses are back on the roads! This year, we also want to bring extra attention to the increased number of large trucks traveling throughout our area.
With school buses, large trucks, morning commuters, and students all sharing our roadways, please slow down, stay alert, and allow extra time for your morning and afternoon commutes.
🚛 Give large trucks plenty of space and stay out of their blind spots.
🛑 Always stop for school buses with flashing red lights and an extended stop sign.
👀 Watch carefully for students entering or crossing the roadway.
📵 Put the phone down and keep your attention on the road.
More traffic means we all need to use a little extra patience and caution. Please help us keep our students, bus drivers, truck drivers, and community safe as we begin another school year! 💙🐾
🎒📚 Back to School is almost here, Bearcats! 🐾
As we prepare to welcome our students back on Tuesday, August 25, please take a moment to review the door opening and start times for each building.
⏰ We can’t wait to see our students and kick off another great school year!
As we prepare to welcome our students back on Tuesday, August 25, please take a moment to review the door opening and start times for each building.
⏰ We can’t wait to see our students and kick off another great school year!
The City of Hermann has notified the school district that we are under a boil order that will extend through the first day of school. We will take all precautionary measures to ensure the safety of our students. If you would like to send your student(s) with water bottles until the boil order is lifted, you are welcome to do so. The district has purchased additional bottled water to keep on site.
If you have any questions about the school district’s response, please contact Geoff Neill at 573-486-2116. EXT 1300
If you have any questions about the school district’s response, please contact Geoff Neill at 573-486-2116. EXT 1300
Bus routes for the 2026–2027 school year are relatively the same as the end of last school year. You can find the updated routes on our district website using the following link:
GCRI Transportation
Reminder that the 2026-27 school year begins on Tuesday, Aug. 25. There is an informational call going out at 5pm today. If you do not get it or have any issues please reach out to us tomorrow.
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🏈 BEARCAT FOOTBALL IS BACK! 🏈
Join us Friday, August 21 as the Hermann Bearcats hit the field for the Preseason Football Jamboree! 💙🐾
📍 Owensville High School
⏰ 7:00 PM
Come out, support our Bearcats, and help us kick off another exciting football season! 🏈💙
GO BEARCATS! 🐾
Join us Friday, August 21 as the Hermann Bearcats hit the field for the Preseason Football Jamboree! 💙🐾
📍 Owensville High School
⏰ 7:00 PM
Come out, support our Bearcats, and help us kick off another exciting football season! 🏈💙
GO BEARCATS! 🐾
The 26/27 High School Yearbook is the 100th edition! Big plans are in the works to make this book extra special. Not only highlighting the 26/27 school year, but also looking back at the past editions, past accomplishments at the high school, and recognizing those people across the district that have helped HHS roots grow deep over the years. This edition will be more pages than any in the past! HS Yearbook is giving out 25 vouchers for a special price of $65, regular price is $75. You must go to Mrs. Pehle in the HS Yearbook room (next to the Library) to recieve a voucher before paying your dues. If you know you will not be able to be there towards the start of Open House, you can email Mrs. Pehle at cpehle@hermann.k12.mo.us to reserve a voucher.
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Just a reminder for all new band families!
HMS will be hosting Palen for our Music Instrument Rental Night on Tuesday, August 18th at 6:00 PM. See the attached flyer for more information!
If you're unable to attend, you can complete the process using the QR code on the flyer. Please choose school delivery to ensure your student's instrument arrives in time for the first day of school.
If you have any questions, reach out to Mr. Bunkley at colton.bunkley@hermann.k12.mo.us
HMS will be hosting Palen for our Music Instrument Rental Night on Tuesday, August 18th at 6:00 PM. See the attached flyer for more information!
If you're unable to attend, you can complete the process using the QR code on the flyer. Please choose school delivery to ensure your student's instrument arrives in time for the first day of school.
If you have any questions, reach out to Mr. Bunkley at colton.bunkley@hermann.k12.mo.us
🏫✨ BACK TO SCHOOL 2026–2027! ✏️📚
Hermann Elementary is getting ready to welcome our Bearcats back for another great school year! 🐾❤️
Join us for Open House and get ready for a fun and exciting start to the 2026–2027 school year!
🍎 Daycare / PreK / Kindergarten:
📅 Tuesday, August 18
⏰ 5:00–6:30 PM
🍎 1st / 2nd / 3rd Grade:
📅 Thursday, August 20
⏰ 4:30–7:00 PM
During Open House, families can:
📚 Visit your child’s classroom
👩🏫 Meet their teacher
📝 Complete registration paperwork
🏫 Visit the gym and learn more about school services and activities
📸 Take your yearbook picture!
Be sure to check out the flyer for additional information about school supplies, transportation, food service, PAT, PTO, the school website, and more!
We can’t wait to see all of our Hermann Elementary Bearcats! 🐾❤️💙
Hermann Elementary is getting ready to welcome our Bearcats back for another great school year! 🐾❤️
Join us for Open House and get ready for a fun and exciting start to the 2026–2027 school year!
🍎 Daycare / PreK / Kindergarten:
📅 Tuesday, August 18
⏰ 5:00–6:30 PM
🍎 1st / 2nd / 3rd Grade:
📅 Thursday, August 20
⏰ 4:30–7:00 PM
During Open House, families can:
📚 Visit your child’s classroom
👩🏫 Meet their teacher
📝 Complete registration paperwork
🏫 Visit the gym and learn more about school services and activities
📸 Take your yearbook picture!
Be sure to check out the flyer for additional information about school supplies, transportation, food service, PAT, PTO, the school website, and more!
We can’t wait to see all of our Hermann Elementary Bearcats! 🐾❤️💙
🏐 Volleyball Canned Goods Scrimmage 🏐
Join us at 5:00 PM for an evening of Bearcat volleyball!
🏐 C Team vs. JV
🏐 JV vs. Varsity
🎟️ Admission: Canned or dry goods
❤️ All donations will support the Hermann Food Pantry.
Come support our Bearcats and help us give back to our community! 🐾
Join us at 5:00 PM for an evening of Bearcat volleyball!
🏐 C Team vs. JV
🏐 JV vs. Varsity
🎟️ Admission: Canned or dry goods
❤️ All donations will support the Hermann Food Pantry.
Come support our Bearcats and help us give back to our community! 🐾
Hermann Middle School & High School Open House
Thursday, August 20 | 1:00–7:00 p.m.
This year, we are combining many of our traditional registration activities with Open House to provide families with a more convenient, one-stop opportunity to prepare for the school year.
Families are encouraged to complete online registration in Infinite Campus before August 20 to help reduce wait times.
During Open House, families can:
Take school pictures
Add money to food service accounts and receive PIN numbers
Complete Free and Reduced Lunch applications
Update immunization records
Complete required screenings for incoming 9th grade students
Get student lockers
Purchase parking permits
Pay athletic participation fees
Check out Chromebooks and complete handbook agreements
Pick up class schedules
Request schedule changes
Walk through schedules and visit teachers
Important: Online registration must be completed before students can receive their class schedules.
We look forward to seeing our students and families on August 20!
Thursday, August 20 | 1:00–7:00 p.m.
This year, we are combining many of our traditional registration activities with Open House to provide families with a more convenient, one-stop opportunity to prepare for the school year.
Families are encouraged to complete online registration in Infinite Campus before August 20 to help reduce wait times.
During Open House, families can:
Take school pictures
Add money to food service accounts and receive PIN numbers
Complete Free and Reduced Lunch applications
Update immunization records
Complete required screenings for incoming 9th grade students
Get student lockers
Purchase parking permits
Pay athletic participation fees
Check out Chromebooks and complete handbook agreements
Pick up class schedules
Request schedule changes
Walk through schedules and visit teachers
Important: Online registration must be completed before students can receive their class schedules.
We look forward to seeing our students and families on August 20!
📢 August Board Meetings Rescheduled
Please note that the August Board of Education meetings have been rescheduled for Tuesday, August 18, 2026.
Thank you for your understanding!
Please note that the August Board of Education meetings have been rescheduled for Tuesday, August 18, 2026.
Thank you for your understanding!
Don't forget!
HMS Registration & Open House will be on Thursday, August 20th from 1-7PM.
Teacher welcome letters and student schedules will be available for pickup during this time.
HMS Registration & Open House will be on Thursday, August 20th from 1-7PM.
Teacher welcome letters and student schedules will be available for pickup during this time.
💙 A HUGE Thank You to Our Community! 💙
On behalf of the GCR1 staff and students, I would like to extend my sincere gratitude to everyone who supported our Backpack Program!
A heartfelt thank you goes out to every individual, family, business, and organization who participated—whether by making an individual donation, hosting an event to collect monetary donations or supplies, or simply spreading the word about this important program.
Because of your generosity, our students are being set up for success not only at the beginning of the school year, but throughout the entire year! Your kindness and support make a meaningful difference in the lives of our students and families.
A HUGE THANK YOU also goes to Mackenzie Krull for generously offering back-to-school haircuts during our supply pick-up day! What a wonderful way to give back and help our students feel confident and ready to start the school year. ✂️💙
We are so fortunate to live in such a caring and supportive community. Thank you for showing up for our students and for helping make the Backpack Program possible!
You all are the best! 🐾💙
With sincere gratitude,
Krystal Witthaus
School-Based Social Worker
On behalf of the GCR1 staff and students, I would like to extend my sincere gratitude to everyone who supported our Backpack Program!
A heartfelt thank you goes out to every individual, family, business, and organization who participated—whether by making an individual donation, hosting an event to collect monetary donations or supplies, or simply spreading the word about this important program.
Because of your generosity, our students are being set up for success not only at the beginning of the school year, but throughout the entire year! Your kindness and support make a meaningful difference in the lives of our students and families.
A HUGE THANK YOU also goes to Mackenzie Krull for generously offering back-to-school haircuts during our supply pick-up day! What a wonderful way to give back and help our students feel confident and ready to start the school year. ✂️💙
We are so fortunate to live in such a caring and supportive community. Thank you for showing up for our students and for helping make the Backpack Program possible!
You all are the best! 🐾💙
With sincere gratitude,
Krystal Witthaus
School-Based Social Worker
Congratulations to our last round of Summer Wellness Raffle winners!
Thank you to all of our staff members for participating and making wellness a priority this summer.
🏆 $50 Amazon Gift Card Winners
Andrea Niebruegge
Lindsey Engemann
Krystal Witthaus
Ashley Huegen
Avery Murphy
🏆 $100 Amazon Gift Card Winners
Jess Robb
Chelsea Kallmeyer
All staff members are automatically entered into the weekly drawings, so keep focusing on your health and wellness all summer long! 💪☀️
📍 Winners gift cards will be in your buildings mailbox.
Thank you to all of our staff members for participating and making wellness a priority this summer.
🏆 $50 Amazon Gift Card Winners
Andrea Niebruegge
Lindsey Engemann
Krystal Witthaus
Ashley Huegen
Avery Murphy
🏆 $100 Amazon Gift Card Winners
Jess Robb
Chelsea Kallmeyer
All staff members are automatically entered into the weekly drawings, so keep focusing on your health and wellness all summer long! 💪☀️
📍 Winners gift cards will be in your buildings mailbox.
Fall Practices start next week, here is a list of when each sport gets underway.
Monday, August 10th
HS Football (6:00-8:15 PM)
HS Cross Country (7:00-9:00 AM)
HS Softball (6:00-8:00 PM)
HS Volleyball (8:00-11:00 AM)
Monday, August 17th
MS Football (5:00-6:00 PM)
MS Cross Country (3:30-5:00 PM)
Wednesday, August 26th
MS Girls Basketball (3:15-5:00 PM)
*Students must have a completed physical and annual form in order to participate.
🍎 Join the Hermann Bearcat Team! 🍎
Looking for a rewarding job with a schedule that works for your family? OPAA Food Management and Gasconade County R-I School District are hiring Kitchen Staff!
✨ Why you'll love working with us:
🍽️ Work in a fun, positive environment serving students
📅 No nights, weekends, or holidays
⏰ Flexible hours
📈 Opportunities for advancement
💲 Competitive wages
Make a difference every day by helping fuel our Bearcats for success!
📲 Scan the QR code on the flyer or apply online at www.opaajobs.com.
We'd love to have you join our team!
Looking for a rewarding job with a schedule that works for your family? OPAA Food Management and Gasconade County R-I School District are hiring Kitchen Staff!
✨ Why you'll love working with us:
🍽️ Work in a fun, positive environment serving students
📅 No nights, weekends, or holidays
⏰ Flexible hours
📈 Opportunities for advancement
💲 Competitive wages
Make a difference every day by helping fuel our Bearcats for success!
📲 Scan the QR code on the flyer or apply online at www.opaajobs.com.
We'd love to have you join our team!
🚌 We're Hiring School Bus Drivers! 🚌
Looking for a rewarding way to make a difference in the lives of local students? Join the Gasconade County R-1 School District team as a School Bus Driver!
As one of the first smiling faces our students see each day, you'll play an important role in helping them get to and from school safely.
✅ Competitive pay
✅ Supportive team environment
✅ Make a positive impact in your community
Apply today by visiting:
🌐 www.hermann.k12.mo.us
Come drive with the Bearcats! 💙
Looking for a rewarding way to make a difference in the lives of local students? Join the Gasconade County R-1 School District team as a School Bus Driver!
As one of the first smiling faces our students see each day, you'll play an important role in helping them get to and from school safely.
✅ Competitive pay
✅ Supportive team environment
✅ Make a positive impact in your community
Apply today by visiting:
🌐 www.hermann.k12.mo.us
Come drive with the Bearcats! 💙
Attention all HMS parents and families! See the attached flyer for more information about our upcoming Registration & Open House day.
Thursday August 20th from 1-7 PM
We can't wait to see you! Enjoy the end of your summer!
Thursday August 20th from 1-7 PM
We can't wait to see you! Enjoy the end of your summer!
