8th Graders wrote essays for the MPOF (Missouri Peace Officers Foundation) annual essay contest. This year's topic was "Concerns About Recreational Marijuana/THC Use and Driving". School winners were Myla Carroll, Gabriella Knipfel, Zoey Hull, Rosie Contreras-Mendez, and Zeeva Steffen.
Gabriella Knipfel won 2nd place in the state contest and was awarded $200. Myla Carroll won third place and was awarded $100. Congratulations!


Congratulations to our fifth graders who will be heading to middle school next year! Have a great summer!

Yesterday, our middle school choir students put on a talent show for the elementary students! They showcased their singing, dancing, musical skills, and humor. It was a fantastic event!
Martinsburg and Laddonia Library Card Sign-Up and Teen Summer Reading Information!
Library Card Application Forms Available:
Sign up for a library card with the Martinsburg or Laddonia library! Students can fill out the application forms and either email them to ask.mac@mexico-audrain.lib.mo.us or
bring them in person to the Laddonia or Martinsburg Libraries!
Teen Summer Reading Details:
Sign-up for Teen Summer Reading starts on Monday, May 20th, and is open for ages 12-19. If any teens need assistance with signing up, they can reach out to Kasi at the Mexico Library by calling 573-581-4939 or using the library's email address provided above.
Let's get ready for a summer full of reading adventures!


Tomorrow, Wednesday, May 22 is the last day of school for the 2023-2024 school year! We will dismiss at 12:40 p.m.


Congratulations to the 8th graders who were promoted to high school last night! They celebrated with a fun dance.
We have discovered an HVAC issue today that is currently being worked on in the new gym. Dress accordingly as the air conditioning may or may not be active during graduation.
Congratulations to the Class of 2024!

Join us tonight!

If your current freshman or sophomore is interested in taking the PSAT during the fall of the 2024-2025 school year, please let Mrs. Gilman know by May 22.

Important Reminders



Congratulations to the Musicians of the Month for May!





Reminder for all seniors

Last week our Trojan athletes showed incredible talent and spirit at the Special Olympics in Hermann, bringing home a bunch of shiny medals! Congratulations! #TrojanPride





Yesterday, staff had the pleasure of meeting the new MS/HS principal for the 2024-2025 school year during a PD day. Mr. Bob Davies will begin on July 1. Welcome to the Trojan Family!

Parents of Kindergarten & 1st Grade Students-Due to unforeseen circumstances, the concert scheduled for May 8 has been rescheduled to Thursday, May 16. Mark your calendars! Thank you for your understanding and support!

Due to District Baseball, the HS Academic Banquet (originally scheduled for May 14) will now be held on Friday, May 10 at 6:30 p.m.

As we wrap up the 2023-2024 school year, please make note of these key dates in May.


The MS/HS Band sounded wonderful last night! Lots of hard work went into preparing for the concert. Awesome job!

Happy National School Principals Day! Mr. Curtis and Mrs. Mommens, Thank you for your exceptional leadership and continuous dedication to our school's improvement. Your hard work does not go unnoticed! We are grateful to have you at Community R-VI!

