Schools
Welcome to the Excelsior Citizen’s Schools Page, where the stories of our schools and the bright futures they inspire unfold. We believe that a strong educational foundation is the key to unlocking the endless possibilities of Excelsior Springs. Here you can explore captivating stories of academic excellence, creative endeavors, athletic triumphs, and community engagement that underscore our education systems. From the budding curiosity of our youngest learners to the career-focused aspirations of our high school and vocational students, every step of the educational journey is celebrated here.
School Board Recap: Academic Challenges, New Scoreboards, and Potential Conference Realignment
At its January meeting, the Excelsior Springs Board of Education highlighted student performance data, approved new scoreboards funded by a local sponsor, and discussed transitioning ...
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Candidate Filing Closes for April Municipal Election in Excelsior Springs
The April 2025 municipal election will feature a contested School Board race with three candidates vying for two seats, while City Council incumbent Mayor Mark ...
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Chuck Anderson Ford’s Weekly Sports Wrap-Up: December 15-22, 2024
The first week of December brought plenty of action for Excelsior Springs athletes, with impressive performances across basketball, wrestling, and debate.
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Elkhorn 2nd Graders Find Joy Reading to a Furry Friend with a Special Legacy
Ms. Heather Trindle’s second-grade class earned a well-deserved reward for their stellar behavior and hard work in reading—a visit from a golden lab named Candy, ...
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Excelsior Springs Assistant Principal Arrested for DWI After Truck Ends Up in Fishing River
A vice principal at Lewis Elementary School is facing driving while intoxicated charges after his truck veered off the road Wednesday night, crossing a walking ...
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Ballot Language for Proposed Tax Levy Released at December School Board Meeting
The Excelsior Springs School Board outlined plans for a tax levy increase and district salary study, while celebrating Tammy Pollard as the Classified Employee of ...
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Chuck Anderson Ford’s Weekly Sports Wrap-Up: December 9-14, 2024
The first week of December brought plenty of action for Excelsior Springs athletes, with impressive performances across basketball, wrestling, and debate.
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Community Leaders Gather for Excelsior Springs Job Corps Center Breakfast
Members of the Job Corps SGA introduce themselves. On Thursday, December 12, 2024, community and business leaders came together for the quarterly Community Relations Council ...
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Career Center Students Partner with Sleep in Heavenly Peace to Deliver Beds This Holiday Season
Excelsior Springs carpentry students are making a difference this winter by joining forces with Sleep in Heavenly Peace, a national nonprofit dedicated to providing beds ...
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Chuck Anderson Ford’s Weekly Sports Wrap-Up: December 2-7, 2024
The first week of December brought plenty of action for Excelsior Springs athletes, with impressive performances across basketball, wrestling, and debate.
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Excelsior Springs Celebrates the New Lewis Elementary with Open House
The Excelsior Springs School District unveiled its newly constructed Lewis Elementary School on December 5, completing a district-wide effort to modernize its facilities and providing ...
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Excelsior Springs Job Corps Honors Local Business Partner at Gratitude Luncheon
The Excelsior Springs Job Corps hosted a special Work-Based Learning Gratitude Luncheon on Wednesday, November 20, 2024, celebrating the partnerships that help students gain valuable ...
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Beloved Custodian Papa Lenny Retires from Excelsior Springs Schools
After 14 years of spreading kindness and care as a custodian at the Early Childhood Center, Lenny Smith—better known as "Papa Lenny"—is hanging up his ...
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School Board Approves Tax Measure for April Ballot, Focuses on Educators
In an effort to address longstanding concerns over teacher pay and retain high-quality staff, the Excelsior Springs School Board voted unanimously on November 12 to ...
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Students Shine Under the Disco Ball in Mamma Mia!
The Excelsior Springs High School Performing Arts Department brought the house down with its vibrant and heartfelt production of Mamma Mia!, captivating audiences over two ...
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Tigers Fall Short in State Quarterfinals Against St. Michael, Ending Another Remarkable Season
The Excelsior Springs Tigers boys' soccer team saw their championship dreams dashed in a hard-fought 2-0 loss to St. Michael the Archangel in the state ...
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SkillsUSA Excelsior Springs Donates 400+ Canned Goods to Fight Hunger
The SkillsUSA chapter at Excelsior Springs Career Center worked to fight hunger in their community, donating over 400 canned goods to the Good Samaritan Center ...
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Cornerstone Elementary Honors Veterans with Heartfelt Ceremony
Cornerstone Elementary students honored veterans with a heartfelt ceremony Friday, featuring patriotic songs, personal stories from local servicemembers, and a special visit to classrooms to ...
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