Falcon Flyer

We have almost made it! Thank you for helping us make it to the next day! We are still wearing masks where we cannot social distance (i.e. hallways, lunch line, buses, and when we cannot social distance in class).

• Masks: If a student forgets to bring a face mask to school, they will be provided one by the office staff. A few of our students are viewing this as a permanent solution and our mask supply cannot withstand that demand. If your child receives a mask from the office, please do not dispose of it; the mask can be washed and reused. We are reaching out to parents and asking you to provide a face mask for your student to use on a regular basis.
  
  
• Mask Donations: The high school office would welcome mask donations if you are not using the ones that were mailed recently by the government.
  
  
• Masks for Sale: Face masks with a falcon printed on them are available in the high school office for $5.00 each.
  
  

• Water Bottles: Students are encouraged to bring their own reusable water bottles to fill up at school. Currently, water fountains are only allowed to be used for filling up personal water bottles and not to drink directly from the fountain. We would love parents' help by reminding your child to be sure to have a water bottle ready to use at school.

King Candidates:

• Elijah Batiste, Jake Closser (not pictured), Dawson Roling, Levi Haney

Queen Candidates:

• Haydn Shelton, MyKenna Braun, Natalie Heckman, Ellie Kliethermes

Elijah Batiste was crowned king, and Haydn Shelton was crowned queen of Prom 2021. Congratulations to them and all court members!

Everyone is invited!

• What: Blair Oaks FFA Chapter's Barnwarming
• When: Friday, April 16th, 7:00 - 10:00 p.m.
• Where: Blair Oaks Elementary Gym
• Cost: FFA members are free.
  Cost: Non-members cost is $5.00 per person.

You are invited to attend a FREE Peterson Farm Brothers Concert hosted by Blair Oaks FFA.

• What: Peterson Farm Brothers Concert
• When: Friday, April 23rd, 7:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m.
• Where: Blair Oaks Athletic Complex
• Concessions will be available.
• Donations will be accepted for the Drive to Feed Kids event at the Missouri State Fair.

A special thank you to our sponsors for making the event possible.

Gold Sponsors: Crown Power & Equipment, Heritage Tractor, & State Technical College

Silver Sponsor: Cole County Farm Bureau

Bronze Sponsor: Lauf Equipment

• What: 7th & 8th Basketball Cheer Tryouts
• Where: Blair Oaks High School Wrestling Room
• When: Thursdays, May 6, 13, and 20
• Time: 6:00 p.m. - 7:30 p.m.
• Note: The sign-up deadline is Friday, April 23rd.

We are excited to announce that we will hold cheer tryouts this spring for current 6th and 7th graders who are interested in cheering for 7th and 8th grade basketball in the fall. Please share with anyone you think would be interested.

For more information and the registration form, please review the Cheer Flyer (https://tinyurl.com/aa3rcjy6) linked here.

The Missouri Assessment Program assesses students' progress toward the Missouri Learning Standards. All students are required to participate in EOC assessments for accountability purposes. We wanted to share our end-of-course exam schedule so you could mark your calendar to be sure your student is present on the following dates.

• 4/29 - Thursday - Government - given within classes
• 5/03 - Monday - English II, Session 1 - Periods 1-2
• 5/04 - Tuesday - English II, Session 2 - Periods 1-2
• 5/05 - Wednesday - Biology - given within classes
• 5/06 - Thursday - Algebra I, Session 1 - Periods 1-2
• 5/06 - Thursday - Alebgra II, Session 1 - Periods 1-2
• 5/06 - Thursday - Geometry, Session 1 - Periods 1-2
• 5/07 - Friday - Algebra I, Session 2 - Periods 1-2
• 5/07 - Friday - Algebra II, Session 2 - Periods 1-2
• 5/07 - Friday - Geometry, Session 2 - Periods 1-2

When: Wednesday, May 12, 2021

Where: Blair Oaks High School Gym

Time: 6:30 p.m.

Parents of students who will be recognized at the Academic Awards Ceremony will receive an email from the high school office before April 30th. Be watching your e-mail for notification. Students will also receive a copy of the notification.

• Seniors: Fines must be paid and all books returned before Tuesday, May 11th.
  
• All Others: Fines must be paid and all books due before Tuesday, May, 18th.
  

If your child has any questions about their library account, they are welcome to visit the library during the school day.

Outstanding meal charges must be paid before the end of the school year. Parents and students are encouraged to regularly check the PowerSchool portal for lunch account balances.

• Seniors should have balances paid before May 14th.
  
• Underclassmen should have balances paid by May 21st.
  

Locker and parking sign-ups for the 2021-2022 school year will occur in early August after construction is completed. Students who have negative balances for lunch, library, textbook, or Chromebook fees will not be able to make a reservation until balances are current.

• What: Band & Choir Spring Concert
• When: Tuesday, May 11, 2021
• Where: High School Gymnasium
• Choir concert begins at 6:00 p.m.
• Band concert begins at 6:45 p.m.

The photo above is of the wall outside our high school counseling office. There is a poster for every senior who has committed to a college or trade school. We love celebrating their achievements!

Senior's Schedule:

• Library: Fines must be paid and all books returned before Tuesday, May 11th.
  

• Senior Finals – Monday and Tuesday – May 17th & 18th
  Schedule to be published later.

• Senior Trip – Wednesday – May 19th – Top Golf in Chesterfield
  Seniors leave by 8:00am & return by 3:00 p.m. Students not going are expected to attend school as this day counts for attendance.

• Senior Breakfast – Friday – May 21st
  Senior Breakfast is at 8:30 a.m. in the gym to honor graduating seniors.

• Senior Photo – Friday – May 21st
  Seniors will take a group photo in caps and gowns immediately after breakfast.
  
• Graduation Practice – Friday – May 21st
  Graduation practice is after the group picture. Parents are invited to stay.
  

• Graduation – Sunday – May 23 – 7:30pm – Falcon Athletic Complex
  Seniors should be at school by 6:30 pm for final preparations for the ceremony. Senior girls will meet in the library. Senior boys will meet in the FACS room.

Believe in yourself, believe in what you can do, and believe you belong where you are!

Driver's Education

• Must be 15 years of age by June 15, 2021
• Dates: June 2, 3, 7, 8, 9 for required 30 hours of class time; 18 driving hours also required, sign-up for driving slots occurs during class dates.
• Cost: Enrollment fee and cost of breakfast/lunch
• Driver's Education Enrollment Form

High School Physical Education

• Dates: June 14, 15, 16, 17, 21, 22, 23, 24, 28, 29
• Students missing more than one day will not receive credit
• Free enrollment. Cost is only the cost of breakfast and lunch.
• Physical Education Enrollment Form

If you have any questions, please contact the Summer School Administrative Assistant, Clair Neeley @ cneeley@blairoaks.org, or Summer School Administrator, Tara Bishop at tbishop@blairoaks.org.

The Blair Oaks R-II School District is now accepting applications for a Building Administrative Assistant for the 2021-2022 school year. This position will be in the high school.

The position will remain open until filled. Inquiries should be submitted to the Blair Oaks District Office, 6209 Route B, Wardsville, MO 65101, phone: 573-636-2020.

Administrative Assistant Employment Application

(Non-Certified Application)

APRIL

• 16 - FFA Barnwarming, ES Gym, 7-10 p.m.
• 23 - Peterson Brothers Concert, Athletic Complex, 7-9 p.m.
• 30 - No School
  

MAY

• 3-7 - Teacher Appreciation Week
• 6 - Summer School Enrollment Deadline
• 11 - Library - Senior fines and books due
• 11 - Band & Choir Concert, 6:00 p.m.
• 12 - Academic Honors Reception
• 14 - Meal Accounts due for seniors
• 17-18 - Senior Finals
• 18 - Library - Underclassman fines and books due
• 19 - Senior Class Trip
• 21 - Senior Breakfast, 8:30 a.m.
• 21 - Meal Accounts due for underclassmen
• 23 - Graduation, 7:30 p.m.
• 25 - Last Day of School

FLCN Links:

• FLCN News Network Slide Show
  
• FLCN News Network Web Page

Mission Statement:
Providing a quality education and empowering lifelong learners

Vision Statement:

We envision soaring to new heights through:

Academic Excellence, Character Development, Community Involvement, Leadership and Service

Email: maholt@blairoaks.org
Website: www.blairoaks.k12.mo.us
Location: 6124 Falcon Lane, Jefferson City, MO, USA
Phone: 573-635-8514
Facebook: facebook.com/BlairOaksFalcons
Twitter: @WeAreBlairOaks