📣 Join our coaching team!
The Staunton School District is seeking applicants for two coaching positions:
🏀 High School Assistant Girls’ Basketball Coach
🏃 High School Assistant Track and Field Coach
Help our student-athletes grow, compete, and succeed! View the job postings and application information here:
https://www.stauntonschools.org/documents/employment/job-postings/20197864
Please share to help us spread the word! 🐾
The Staunton School District is seeking applicants for two coaching positions:
🏀 High School Assistant Girls’ Basketball Coach
🏃 High School Assistant Track and Field Coach
Help our student-athletes grow, compete, and succeed! View the job postings and application information here:
https://www.stauntonschools.org/documents/employment/job-postings/20197864
Please share to help us spread the word! 🐾

📚Don't Forget!📚
Scholastic Book Fair is taking place all next week!
Family Night will be on Thursday, October 8th from 5:30pm-7:30pm in the new library!
Load up those e-wallets now!
https://bookfairs.scholastic.com/bf/stauntonelementaryschool
#TerrierPride #LeadChallengeAchieve
Scholastic Book Fair is taking place all next week!
Family Night will be on Thursday, October 8th from 5:30pm-7:30pm in the new library!
Load up those e-wallets now!
https://bookfairs.scholastic.com/bf/stauntonelementaryschool
#TerrierPride #LeadChallengeAchieve
Dear Parents and Guardians,
This is a reminder that students entering Preschool, Kindergarten, Sixth Grade, Ninth Grade, and Twelfth Grade must have their medical requirements up to date and on file in order to remain in attendance in school.
The deadline to provide required documentation is TWO WEEKS AWAY - October 15, 2026.
Students who do not have the required immunizations or documentation on file by this date may not be permitted to remain in school until the requirements are met.
If your child has already completed the medical requirements and submitted documentation to the school, no further action is needed. You can send via email to ahughes@stauntonschools.org and afeldmann@stauntonschools.org, or turn paper documents into the main offices.
If you have questions about your child's medical requirements, please contact the health office as soon as possible.
Thank you for your prompt attention and cooperation in helping us maintain a healthy and safe school environment for all students.
Sincerely,
Nurse Ali and Nurse Ashleigh
This is a reminder that students entering Preschool, Kindergarten, Sixth Grade, Ninth Grade, and Twelfth Grade must have their medical requirements up to date and on file in order to remain in attendance in school.
The deadline to provide required documentation is TWO WEEKS AWAY - October 15, 2026.
Students who do not have the required immunizations or documentation on file by this date may not be permitted to remain in school until the requirements are met.
If your child has already completed the medical requirements and submitted documentation to the school, no further action is needed. You can send via email to ahughes@stauntonschools.org and afeldmann@stauntonschools.org, or turn paper documents into the main offices.
If you have questions about your child's medical requirements, please contact the health office as soon as possible.
Thank you for your prompt attention and cooperation in helping us maintain a healthy and safe school environment for all students.
Sincerely,
Nurse Ali and Nurse Ashleigh


Picture day is coming up! Come dressed in your best next Wednesday, October 7th!
#TerrierPride #LeadChallengeAchieve
#TerrierPride #LeadChallengeAchieve

Packets went home this week for 3rd, 4th, and 5th grade girls and boys interested in basketball!
Forms are due Oct. 7th to your child's classroom teacher.
If anyone needs a packet, please see Ms. Allan!
#TerrierPride #LeadChallengeAchieve
Forms are due Oct. 7th to your child's classroom teacher.
If anyone needs a packet, please see Ms. Allan!
#TerrierPride #LeadChallengeAchieve
📚✨ The PTO's Scholastic Book Fair is right around the corner!✨📚
❤️Shop the book fair and help support reading at our school. Every book purchased helps encourage a love of reading in our students!
📖Dates: 10/5-10/9
🛍️ Load your child's e-wallet here: https://bookfairs.scholastic.com/bf/stauntonelementaryschool
#TerrierPride #LeadChallengeAchieve
❤️Shop the book fair and help support reading at our school. Every book purchased helps encourage a love of reading in our students!
📖Dates: 10/5-10/9
🛍️ Load your child's e-wallet here: https://bookfairs.scholastic.com/bf/stauntonelementaryschool
#TerrierPride #LeadChallengeAchieve
📖The Scholastic Book Fair is right around the corner (more info to come soon)! PTO is once again hosting a change drive for elementary school students starting tomorrow! The more change you send in, the more books your child's teacher can buy for their classroom!
🍩Winning class will receive a DONUT PARTY!!
#TerrierPride #LeadChallengeAchieve

We hope you'll consider joining our PTO!
#TerrierPride #LeadChallengeAchieve
#TerrierPride #LeadChallengeAchieve

Dear Parents and Guardians,
This is a friendly reminder that students entering Preschool, Kindergarten, Sixth Grade, Ninth Grade, and Twelfth Grade are required to have their medical requirements up to date in order to remain enrolled in school.
The deadline to provide required immunization documentation is ONE MONTH AWAY - October 15, 2026. Students who do not have the required immunizations or documentation on file by this date may not be permitted to remain in school until the requirements are met.
If your child has already completed the required immunizations and submitted documentation to the school, no further action is needed. You can send via email to ahughes@stauntonschools.org and afeldmann@stauntonschools.org, or turn paper documents into the main offices.
If you have questions about your child's immunization requirements or need to submit an updated record, please contact the health office as soon as possible.
Thank you for your prompt attention and cooperation in helping us maintain a healthy and safe school environment for all students.
Sincerely,
Nurse Ali and Nurse Ashleigh
618-635-3831 x 253 or 287
Please click the link below for medical requirements by grade level:
https://docs.google.com/document/d/1od7voRaEaOdHVvFYHMcZBxTz_wgD_uiENZUDJYGVM90/edit?tab=t.0
This is a friendly reminder that students entering Preschool, Kindergarten, Sixth Grade, Ninth Grade, and Twelfth Grade are required to have their medical requirements up to date in order to remain enrolled in school.
The deadline to provide required immunization documentation is ONE MONTH AWAY - October 15, 2026. Students who do not have the required immunizations or documentation on file by this date may not be permitted to remain in school until the requirements are met.
If your child has already completed the required immunizations and submitted documentation to the school, no further action is needed. You can send via email to ahughes@stauntonschools.org and afeldmann@stauntonschools.org, or turn paper documents into the main offices.
If you have questions about your child's immunization requirements or need to submit an updated record, please contact the health office as soon as possible.
Thank you for your prompt attention and cooperation in helping us maintain a healthy and safe school environment for all students.
Sincerely,
Nurse Ali and Nurse Ashleigh
618-635-3831 x 253 or 287
Please click the link below for medical requirements by grade level:
https://docs.google.com/document/d/1od7voRaEaOdHVvFYHMcZBxTz_wgD_uiENZUDJYGVM90/edit?tab=t.0

🎥 1924 Staunton High School Demolition Timelapse
Watch this 4-minute timelapse as the 1924 high school building comes down to make way for the future!
https://youtu.be/TZeiSF6-gyw
For the longer video, progress photos, project timeline, and more, check out the SHS Construction Project page!
https://www.stauntonschools.org/page/shs-construction-project
*Special thanks to Derek Spudich for providing us with the video.
#BulldogPride #LeadChallengeAchieve
Watch this 4-minute timelapse as the 1924 high school building comes down to make way for the future!
https://youtu.be/TZeiSF6-gyw
For the longer video, progress photos, project timeline, and more, check out the SHS Construction Project page!
https://www.stauntonschools.org/page/shs-construction-project
*Special thanks to Derek Spudich for providing us with the video.
#BulldogPride #LeadChallengeAchieve
📣 STAUNTON ELEMENTARY/JR HIGH PTO — FIRST MEETING! ❤️
Parents and guardians, the PTO would love to have you join them as they kick off a new PTO year! 🐾
📅 Tuesday, September 15
⏰ 6:00 PM
📍 Elementary Library
✨ Volunteer training is included with the meeting!
This is a great opportunity to get involved, support our students, connect with other families, and help make this a fantastic year for our school community.
All parents & guardians are welcome! ❤️
#TerrierPride #LeadChallengeAchieve
Parents and guardians, the PTO would love to have you join them as they kick off a new PTO year! 🐾
📅 Tuesday, September 15
⏰ 6:00 PM
📍 Elementary Library
✨ Volunteer training is included with the meeting!
This is a great opportunity to get involved, support our students, connect with other families, and help make this a fantastic year for our school community.
All parents & guardians are welcome! ❤️
#TerrierPride #LeadChallengeAchieve

🍎 Meet Mrs. Catherine Embry! 🍎
While not new to Staunton Elementary, we are excited to introduce Catherine Embry to her new role as a 2nd Grade Teacher!
Mrs. Embry has officially made the exciting transition from Pre-K Paraprofessional to 2nd grade teacher. After graduating in May 2026 from Blackburn College with a Bachelor’s Degree in Early Childhood Education, she is ready to begin her first year of teaching!
When asked what she is most looking forward to this school year, Mrs. Embry shared:
💬 “I am most looking forward to meeting my new students and fostering relationships with them and their families. I am so excited to create a fun learning environment for my students!”
We are thrilled to have Mrs. Embry continue to be part of our Staunton Elementary family in this new role! We know she will bring enthusiasm, kindness, and a love of learning to her classroom. 📚✨
Welcome to 2nd grade, Mrs. Embry! 🎉
#TerrierPride #LeadChallengeAchieve
While not new to Staunton Elementary, we are excited to introduce Catherine Embry to her new role as a 2nd Grade Teacher!
Mrs. Embry has officially made the exciting transition from Pre-K Paraprofessional to 2nd grade teacher. After graduating in May 2026 from Blackburn College with a Bachelor’s Degree in Early Childhood Education, she is ready to begin her first year of teaching!
When asked what she is most looking forward to this school year, Mrs. Embry shared:
💬 “I am most looking forward to meeting my new students and fostering relationships with them and their families. I am so excited to create a fun learning environment for my students!”
We are thrilled to have Mrs. Embry continue to be part of our Staunton Elementary family in this new role! We know she will bring enthusiasm, kindness, and a love of learning to her classroom. 📚✨
Welcome to 2nd grade, Mrs. Embry! 🎉
#TerrierPride #LeadChallengeAchieve

🎒📚 Welcome Back, Staunton CUSD #6! 🚌✏️
We are excited to welcome our students back to school tomorrow, September 8th! Please read the welcome back message linked below from Superintendent Allen as we begin the 2026–2027 school year.
🔗 https://www.stauntonschools.org/article/3116068
We can’t wait to see everyone tomorrow! 🎉
We are excited to welcome our students back to school tomorrow, September 8th! Please read the welcome back message linked below from Superintendent Allen as we begin the 2026–2027 school year.
🔗 https://www.stauntonschools.org/article/3116068
We can’t wait to see everyone tomorrow! 🎉

Attention, Staunton Community!
Beginning the morning of Friday, September 4th, bricks from the old high school building will be available for pickup in the north high school parking lot. Bricks will be available on a first-come, first-served basis while supplies last.
Because the quantity is limited, we respectfully ask that each person take only a few bricks so that as many community members as possible have an opportunity to receive one.
Those taking bricks may make a donation to the Staunton Education Foundation if they wish; however, donations are completely optional.
Beginning the morning of Friday, September 4th, bricks from the old high school building will be available for pickup in the north high school parking lot. Bricks will be available on a first-come, first-served basis while supplies last.
Because the quantity is limited, we respectfully ask that each person take only a few bricks so that as many community members as possible have an opportunity to receive one.
Those taking bricks may make a donation to the Staunton Education Foundation if they wish; however, donations are completely optional.

SENIORS: Parking passes will be available for purchase ($25) beginning Thursday, August 27th at 9:00 a.m. We will sell Senior parking passes until Friday at 2:00 p.m.
On Monday, parking passes will be available for JUNIOR to purchase beginning at 9:00 a.m.
Parking is on a first come first serve basis. Please come to the library in the high school to purchase your pass. You can only purchase YOUR pass and must sign your own parking permit agreement. Please bring exact cash or check. NO CREDIT CARDS.
On Monday, parking passes will be available for JUNIOR to purchase beginning at 9:00 a.m.
Parking is on a first come first serve basis. Please come to the library in the high school to purchase your pass. You can only purchase YOUR pass and must sign your own parking permit agreement. Please bring exact cash or check. NO CREDIT CARDS.

🚌 Staunton Families: Transportation Open House! 🚌
Are your students riding the bus this school year? Join us for our Transportation Open House to get everything squared away before the first bell rings!
📅 Date: Wednesday, August 26th
⏰ Time: 5:00 PM – 7:00 PM
📍 Location: Staunton Bus Garage
👥 Who: All bus-eligible students and families
What you can do:
*Confirm your student's bus route number
*Verify estimated pick-up and drop-off times
*Say hello and meet your bus driver!
We look forward to seeing you there and ensuring a safe, smooth start to the school year. 🎒✨
Are your students riding the bus this school year? Join us for our Transportation Open House to get everything squared away before the first bell rings!
📅 Date: Wednesday, August 26th
⏰ Time: 5:00 PM – 7:00 PM
📍 Location: Staunton Bus Garage
👥 Who: All bus-eligible students and families
What you can do:
*Confirm your student's bus route number
*Verify estimated pick-up and drop-off times
*Say hello and meet your bus driver!
We look forward to seeing you there and ensuring a safe, smooth start to the school year. 🎒✨

We are looking forward to our first home football game of the season on Friday. Due to construction barriers the entry and exit points as well as parking will look a little different for games this year. Please see the picture for parking instructions as well as game entry locations. #GOBULLDOGS!

The school year is quickly approaching! The time to purchase school supplies is almost up. Click the link below to see what each grade level needs!
https://www.stauntonschools.org/documents/registration-documents/supply-lists/61219
#TerrierPride #LeadChallengeAchieve
https://www.stauntonschools.org/documents/registration-documents/supply-lists/61219
#TerrierPride #LeadChallengeAchieve
🌟 Meet Emily Brauer! 🌟
We are excited to welcome Emily Brauer to Staunton Elementary as our new 3rd Grade Teacher! 🍎📚
Mrs. Brauer earned her undergraduate degree from Eastern Illinois University and her graduate degree from Washington University. She brings five years of teaching experience to our school!.
“My family and I just recently moved back to my hometown of Litchfield after several years in St. Louis, and I'm so excited to be teaching in Staunton. It is such a great community that feels a lot like the one I grew up in.”
Please join us in giving Mrs. Brauer a warm welcome to the Staunton Elementary!
#TerrierPride #LeadChallengeAchieve
We are excited to welcome Emily Brauer to Staunton Elementary as our new 3rd Grade Teacher! 🍎📚
Mrs. Brauer earned her undergraduate degree from Eastern Illinois University and her graduate degree from Washington University. She brings five years of teaching experience to our school!.
“My family and I just recently moved back to my hometown of Litchfield after several years in St. Louis, and I'm so excited to be teaching in Staunton. It is such a great community that feels a lot like the one I grew up in.”
Please join us in giving Mrs. Brauer a warm welcome to the Staunton Elementary!
#TerrierPride #LeadChallengeAchieve

🚌 Staunton Families: Transportation Open House! 🚌
Are your students riding the bus this school year? Join us for our Transportation Open House to get everything squared away before the first bell rings!
📅 Date: Wednesday, August 26th
⏰ Time: 5:00 PM – 7:00 PM
📍 Location: Staunton Bus Garage
👥 Who: All bus-eligible students and families
What you can do:
*Confirm your student's bus route number
*Verify estimated pick-up and drop-off times
*Say hello and meet your bus driver!
We look forward to seeing you there and ensuring a safe, smooth start to the school year. 🎒✨
Are your students riding the bus this school year? Join us for our Transportation Open House to get everything squared away before the first bell rings!
📅 Date: Wednesday, August 26th
⏰ Time: 5:00 PM – 7:00 PM
📍 Location: Staunton Bus Garage
👥 Who: All bus-eligible students and families
What you can do:
*Confirm your student's bus route number
*Verify estimated pick-up and drop-off times
*Say hello and meet your bus driver!
We look forward to seeing you there and ensuring a safe, smooth start to the school year. 🎒✨

