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College of the Ozarks welcomes new faculty for fall 2025 semester
These educators represent a broad spectrum of academic degrees and professional experience, with over half holding terminal degrees in their respective field.

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Arvest Foundation supports Hollister Schools Foundation
The donation will directly support the care, training and integration of therapy dogs within district schools, ensuring students continue to benefit from their presence throughout the school year.

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Teachers: Shaping tomorrow, one student at a time
Teachers, thank you for your patience, skill, strength and love. Please keep bringing your best. And please take care of yourselves, too.

Gary J. Groman
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Navy Office of Community Outreach visits School of the Ozarks on student orientation day for Navy Weeks 2025
The Navy will visit 15 locations throughout the country as part of the outreach program in 2025.

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KAL announces exciting children’s programs for fall
Along with the regular Monday schedule, additional special events are planned, including some late afternoon events for kids or families who are busy during the weekdays. Plan now to check out these fun and educational opportunities

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Reflections: Parents who pray
The past few weeks, I’ve seen plenty of reminders about back-to-school, especially since my husband is a teacher. I’ve particularly...

Cynthia J. Thomas
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Wolf Pack Foundation welcomes new board members
The Wolf Pack Foundation strengthens the district by funding classroom grants for teachers, dual-credit scholarships for high school students, and postsecondary scholarships for graduating seniors.

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College of the Ozarks honors esteemed faculty members through endowed chair appointments
Through these appointments, the College continues to invest in faculty leaders whose work uplifts students and advances the institution’s Christian and patriotic values.

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Foundation marks 20 years of helping meet needs of students
This year, $155,000 is being distributed between the 14 public districts based on each district’s free and reduced lunch enrollment.

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School of the Ozarks student named ‘Athlete of the Week’ at Missouri Boys State
Each day focuses primarily on a different aspect of the government; however, the program also allows attendees to participate in various athletics events including tennis, track and field, soccer and basketball.

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Back to School Round Up
Round up of back to school activities in the Tri-Lakes

Cynthia J. Thomas
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Enjoy educational fun at Freedom Journey Experience
As summer winds down, the cast and crew at Freedom Encounter Theater are shifting gears to a new season of fun and education, with the...

Cynthia J. Thomas
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Lions Club donates to Elevate Kids
A donation to Elevate Branson's Elevate Kids program meant that area families were provided necessary back to school items, thanks to the Branson-Hollister Lions Club.

K.D. Michaels
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Next generation of area leaders shine in Missouri Electric Co-op Youth Program
High school students from the Ozarks joined other high school students from across the state at the Missouri State Capitol to attend the Cooperative Youth Conference and Leadership Experience (CYCLE).

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Back to School Roundup 2025
Back to school events and news from area schools

Staff Reports
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Registration open for Reeds Spring Schools
Families who are new to the district can enroll their children online through the Student Information System, Infinite Campus...

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Grants provide free Pre-K programs in Branson, Reeds Spring school districts
Space is limited, and students will be considered on a first come first serve basis as we receive the preschool interest form.

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Grant opens gate to safer play in Bradleyville
The new fence around the playground will include a windscreen, another layer of protection.

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College of the Ozarks launches four academic centers to deepen Christ-centered education
“Christian higher education is not just about adding a Bible verse to a syllabus,” said Dr. Brad Pardue, director of the Center and dean of institutional effectiveness.

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Young entrepreneurs to showcase their businesses at Elevate Branson, July 23
In partnership with Elevate Kids, Elevate Entrepreneurs has been teaching third and fourth grade students some key basic business principles.

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