Our 8th graders have been on a fascinating journey, researching the fossil record and exploring how different organisms from the past and present are related! They've learned that by looking at skeletal structures, we can find amazing similarities between species.
To wrap up this unit, students got to be real-life detectives by dissecting owl pellets—the regurgitated, undigested parts of an owl's meal. They meticulously pulled apart fur and feathers to uncover the bones of the small critters the owls had eaten. It was a messy but truly exciting hands-on experience!
A special shout-out to one student who made a remarkable discovery: they found a rare skeleton of a small bird! This is a fantastic example of the incredible things our students are capable of when they get to apply what they learn in the classroom.
Wednesday, October 8 will be Fall Activities pictures for 6th-8th grade. Please have the form filled out and money sent with your child that day.
Our student leadership team took a trip to Table Rock Trading Co. to learn how to make drinks and run a coffee shop. We are going to be opening a student run coffee shop at the top of the gym soon! Update- the coffee shop is open, complete with menu and has rave reviews from the staff!
Preschool and kindergarten getting their new shoes!
Let your voice be heard.
So many super heroes during Spirit week!
Job opening
Custodian~Substitute
Shell Knob School is seeking a highly motivated individual for the position of substitute custodian beginning immediately. This position has varying hours and is on an as-needed basis.
Please email resumes to Mrs. Lori Ewbank, lewbank@shellknob78.com. They can also be mailed to Mrs. Ewbank, 24400 St Hwy 39, Shell Knob, MO 65747. If you do not have a resume, please email Lori for an application. Applications are accepted until the position is filled.
The Shell Knob School is an equal-opportunity employer.
Cheerleaders getting everyone pumped up for the Chargers and Lady Chargers first basketball games!
Charger swag is available! If you need new Charger gear or Christmas gifts, shop here! Open 2 weeks only. Local pickup (free) at school or ship to home (cost).
Become a public school advocate!
Picture day 9/25/25
Our 7th-grade chemists were on a mission this week! They took on the challenge of identifying two unknown substances in a mystery mixture.
Students embraced the role of real scientists, using their powers of observation and research to crack the case. They conducted tests, like adding water to the mixture to observe reactions. They also researched chemical names and formulas, using a bit of trial and error to combine different substances until they found a combination that mimicked the original mystery mixture.
It was a fantastic way to bring chemistry to life and a great reminder that science is all about curiosity and hands-on discovery!
Elementary Volleyball practice schedule
1st grade learning different shapes while also working on fine motor skills.
K-5 Cheer practice schedule
Put this on your calendar
Kindergarten chalking their numbers 1-3 and drawing the number of shapes to match their number.
A ceramic Mr. Farr. Very nice!
Goal - on time, everyday!
First Cross Country meet in Aurora
