Shell Knob School District #78

Who remembers the adoption of Checkers the Classroom Pet Snake? We’re thrilled to share that Checkers is still thriving! Adopted in January 2023, thanks to Mrs. T-K's “Pets in the Classroom” grant, Checkers has become a beloved part of our middle school learning environment. In these photos, you can see our students joyfully interacting with him as they learn about ecosystems, living organisms, and the importance of caring for living things. Each week, they feed him, help clean his tank, and occasionally get to hold him—an experience that fosters responsibility and respect for all creatures!