
Come join the high school for the Homecoming Kickoff event!


Teachers at the high school had fun today with the students and construction teams outside the building by participating in an underground staff spirit day. #BulldogConstruction


Congrats to SHS's Students of the Month (SOTM)!
Carson Dugger & Molly McCalla
Carson Dugger & Molly McCalla



Staunton Families:
Friendly reminder: If you have a student in grades PK, K, 6, 9 or 12 - medical requirements are due to the school by Wednesday, October 15th 2025 to remain in attendance. If you have any questions please reach out to the health office at 618-635-3838 x253.
Thank you - Nurse Ali and Nurse Ashleigh
Friendly reminder: If you have a student in grades PK, K, 6, 9 or 12 - medical requirements are due to the school by Wednesday, October 15th 2025 to remain in attendance. If you have any questions please reach out to the health office at 618-635-3838 x253.
Thank you - Nurse Ali and Nurse Ashleigh


Great start to the season for the SJHS Cross Country team! Girls take first place at the Jack Burns Invitational, along with numerous medalist finishes and PR's from both teams! Great energy all the way around with loads of positivity and high-fives! Congrats Terriers! Special Thanks to the Pirok family for donating the new custom team tent to our programs. It looks great!
Medalists:
Girls - 1st - Leah Moore, 3rd - Elaina Oller, 4th- Keely Edwards
Boys - 2nd - Carter Kolesar, 7th- Levi Crawford, 8th- Cam Scroggins
Medalists:
Girls - 1st - Leah Moore, 3rd - Elaina Oller, 4th- Keely Edwards
Boys - 2nd - Carter Kolesar, 7th- Levi Crawford, 8th- Cam Scroggins



If you ordered a 2024 - 2025 yearbook, they are in and can be picked up from Mrs. Wright between 2:00 and 3:20 each day. If you need to make alternate arrangements, email Mrs. Wright at mwright@stauntonschools.org.

📣 Parking for Football Games 🏈
🚫 No parking behind the Junior High school.
♿ Accessible parking and officials’ parking will be available by the fence near the entrance.
✅ Fans may park in the High School lot, Elementary lot, or on the street.
Thank you for your cooperation, and go Bulldogs! 🐾
#BulldogPride #LeadChallengeAchieve

🚨 We’re Hiring! 🚨
Staunton School District is looking for dedicated individuals to join our team in the following positions:
✔️ Junior High Instructional Paraprofessional
✔️ Bus Driver
✔️ Mechanic/Maintenance & Grounds Technician
If you’re passionate about supporting students and helping our schools thrive, we’d love to hear from you!
👉 View full job postings and apply here: https://www.stauntonschools.org/documents/employment/job-postings/29991
#BulldogPride #TerrierPride #LeadChallengeAchieve
Staunton School District is looking for dedicated individuals to join our team in the following positions:
✔️ Junior High Instructional Paraprofessional
✔️ Bus Driver
✔️ Mechanic/Maintenance & Grounds Technician
If you’re passionate about supporting students and helping our schools thrive, we’d love to hear from you!
👉 View full job postings and apply here: https://www.stauntonschools.org/documents/employment/job-postings/29991
#BulldogPride #TerrierPride #LeadChallengeAchieve


Reminder: Gatorade Game this Saturday!


Board Spotlight: Lorelei Spudich was recently part of the IL Music Ambassadors program and traveled across Europe. She played at events in 5 different countries during her travels. Very impressive young lady!


Out of thousands of chapters across the nation, our very own Staunton FFA has been named a National 3-Star Chapter — the highest rating a chapter can receive from the National FFA Organization! 🌟
This award recognizes our chapter’s outstanding work in growing leaders, building communities, and strengthening agriculture. We will be honored on the national stage this October at the National FFA Convention in Indianapolis, in front of more than 70,000 FFA members from across the country.
Congratulations to ALL of our members for their hard work and dedication — and thank you for helping us shine at the highest level in the nation! 💙💛
#BulldogPride #TerrierPride #LeadChallengeAchieve
This award recognizes our chapter’s outstanding work in growing leaders, building communities, and strengthening agriculture. We will be honored on the national stage this October at the National FFA Convention in Indianapolis, in front of more than 70,000 FFA members from across the country.
Congratulations to ALL of our members for their hard work and dedication — and thank you for helping us shine at the highest level in the nation! 💙💛
#BulldogPride #TerrierPride #LeadChallengeAchieve

Football Gatorade Game this Saturday!


It’s that time friends!!! Time to show your Bulldog Pride for the whole town to see!!
Paw Prints 🐾 for sale! $5 each!!
Pick red or white and where you would like it placed!
(Driveway, sidewalk, etc)
*Proceeds go to the SHS Cheer Squad*
Please contact Coach Mandy to get on the schedule at mmcdonald@stauntonschools.org or 618-520-6682!




ATTENTION:
Volunteer Training and first PTO meeting coming soon!
Volunteer Training and first PTO meeting coming soon!


🎉Congratulations, Mr. Smiddy!🎉
Mr. Smiddy was recognized this morning as the elementary level National VFW Teacher of the Year at the 126th VFW National Convention ! 🏆 This incredible honor recognizes his dedication to his students, his commitment to teaching the values of citizenship, patriotism, and community service, and his outstanding impact both inside and outside the classroom.
Please join us in congratulating Mr. Smiddy on this well-deserved recognition! 👏👏👏
#TerrierPride #LeadChallengeAchieve
Mr. Smiddy was recognized this morning as the elementary level National VFW Teacher of the Year at the 126th VFW National Convention ! 🏆 This incredible honor recognizes his dedication to his students, his commitment to teaching the values of citizenship, patriotism, and community service, and his outstanding impact both inside and outside the classroom.
Please join us in congratulating Mr. Smiddy on this well-deserved recognition! 👏👏👏
#TerrierPride #LeadChallengeAchieve


REMINDER: The SJHS Travel Gear Store is open this week! Check out the cool gear!
LINK BELOW:
https://bsnteamsports.com/shop/VLxAstJM8L
LINK BELOW:
https://bsnteamsports.com/shop/VLxAstJM8L


🏀⚽ Make-Up Parent–Athlete Meeting 🏐🏃♀️
If you missed the first meeting, here’s your chance!
📅 Thursday, August 14th
🕕 6:00 PM
📍 Main Gym
All athletes and their parents/guardians must attend if you missed the first one. We’ll cover important season information, expectations, and required forms.
Shoutout to our cheerleaders from the high school and junior high for welcoming all the parents and athletes last Thursday! 💪📣
#BulldogPride #TerrierPride #LeadChallengeAchieve
If you missed the first meeting, here’s your chance!
📅 Thursday, August 14th
🕕 6:00 PM
📍 Main Gym
All athletes and their parents/guardians must attend if you missed the first one. We’ll cover important season information, expectations, and required forms.
Shoutout to our cheerleaders from the high school and junior high for welcoming all the parents and athletes last Thursday! 💪📣
#BulldogPride #TerrierPride #LeadChallengeAchieve

THE FIRST WEEK OF SCHOOL HAS BEEN A HUGE SUCCESS!
LOTS OF SMILES, HUGS, HANDSHAKES, AND HELLO'S! THANK YOU TO THE COMMUNITY FOR YOUR PATIENCE & POSITIVITY!
LOTS OF SMILES, HUGS, HANDSHAKES, AND HELLO'S! THANK YOU TO THE COMMUNITY FOR YOUR PATIENCE & POSITIVITY!











Interested in Cross Country, or at least curious?
