We’re excited to introduce Zack Klaustermeier, our new PE/Health Teacher and Head Football Coach at Staunton High School!
Mr. Klaustermeier is a graduate of Northwest Missouri State University and brings 8 years of experience in education to Staunton. He is excited to get to know our students and athletes both in and out of the classroom.
He shared, “I am really looking forward to getting to know our athletes & students! We have had summer workouts already & am really enjoying the boys. Hoping for a great football & school year!”
Please join us in giving Coach Klaustermeier a warm welcome to Staunton High School! 🎉📚
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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.
PARKING: We have always had limited parking, but it will be more limited this year since faculty can no longer park behind the building. Those students who have purchased a parking pass can park in the lot and all others will need to find available street parking. Please do not wait until the last minute to arrive at school or you may not find parking that is close in proximity to the building.
CLASSES: There will be a grace period as students navigate finding their classes. The only class that will not be connected to the new building is PE. There will be no dressing in PE uniforms this year, since we do not have easy access to locker rooms. PE uniforms will resume being sold next year.
LOCKERS: Students will have access to their locker numbers via Skyward on Friday and will be able to access them the first day of school.
LUNCH: Open campus will resume this year as in previous years. Freshmen will remain on campus and will be able to eat outside if weather permits and if not, we will have designated areas where they can eat should they choose to buy or bring lunch.
ENTRY AND EXIT: Students will come in and out of the building through the same doors they used last year. Mrs. Thomas, Mrs. Boyer, and Mrs. Martin are in the library area which will be used as a temporary office area until ours is ready to use.
COUNSELING: Mrs. Cearlock is in her new office which is across from the main gym.
ADMINISTRATION: Ms. Schwappach and Ms. Griffith will be in the hallways on rolling desks until the buildings are able to be connected. The best way to reach an administrator will be via email, since we will not be by a phone.
This will be different for students and staff alike as we establish temporary routines and those routines will adjust again for the 27/28 school year. We hope that students will feel a sense of pride in their new building and that they are excited to return and begin a successful start to the 26/27 school year!
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.
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!
Please join us in welcoming Patty Hernandez to Staunton High School as our new Special Education Teacher!
Ms. Hernandez is a graduate of Southern Illinois University Edwardsville and brings an incredible 31 years of experience in education and special education to our district.
She shared:
“After 31 years in special education, I'm excited to begin this new chapter in a new district. I'm looking forward to building positive relationships with my students, their families, and my colleagues while learning the unique culture of the school. Every new school year brings fresh opportunities to make a difference, and I'm eager to collaborate with my team, share my experience, and continue learning new strategies that will help my students grow academically, socially, and emotionally. Most of all, I'm looking forward to creating a supportive classroom where every student feels valued, capable, and successful.”
Welcome to Staunton High School, Ms. Hernandez!
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Staunton Parents, Families, and Fans,
The 2026–2027 school year is almost here, and that means Bulldog sports are getting ready to begin!
We’re excited to bring Staunton athletics to families and fans wherever they are through Hudl live broadcasts. Your support also helps our athletic program generate revenue that benefits our student-athletes.
Please see the attached flyer for more information. Visit the link below to purchase your pass and then save it for future games!
fan.hudl.com/us/ill/staunton/organization/903/staunton-high-school
Thank you for supporting Staunton student-athletes!
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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. 🎒✨
REMINDER: 2025-2026 Yearbook distribution is tonight from 5:00 to 7:00 at the community room doors. If you did not order a yearbook, Mrs. Wright has some extras available for purchase. The cost is $75 and must be paid as exact cash amount. First come, first serve. If you are unable to make it tonight for pick up, yearbooks will also be distributed once school starts. If you have any questions, contact Mrs. Wright at mwright@stauntonschools.org. Please do not call the office because they will not be handling yearbook distribution.
2025-2026 High School yearbooks are in! There will be an early distribution time on Monday, August 17th from 5:00 PM to 7:00 PM at the community room doors. If you can't make it, yearbooks will be available once school starts. If you are having someone other than a parent/guardian or sibling pick up your yearbook or you have questions, email Mrs. Wright at mwright@stauntonschools.org. Please do not call the office to make other arrangements. Mrs. Wrght will be the only person distributing yearbooks.
Parking passes will be distributed on a first come first serve basis beginning with Seniors once we are able to determine exactly how many spaces that we will have available. We will announce times and dates for purchasing parking once that is determined.
The parent/player meeting for high school and junior high will be held tonight (8/11/2026) at the NET Church due to construction. We will begin at 6:30 pm. If you are unable to attend, there will be a second date to get the required information so that your student can participate in sports for the 26/27 school year. #GoBulldogs #GoTerriers