🏈 District Playoffs!

Archie football hosts Osceola in the first round of the playoffs! Come out and cheer on the Whirlwinds!

⏰ Kickoff: 7 PM
🎟️ Admission (ages 6+): $5
MSHSAA LINK: https://www.mshsaa.tv/?B=4701638 (fees will apply)

A-F Report Card Letter:

Dear Staff, Parents and Community Members,

In the coming days, the State will release preliminary letter grades for all public schools across Missouri. As the Superintendent of Archie R-V Schools, I believe leadership requires transparency. I want to directly communicate to you regarding this new system, what it accurately reflects, and the concerns that school leaders across Missouri share. The Missouri Department of Elementary and Secondary Education (DESE) is launching its first pilot A-F grading system for public schools, established by an executive order signed by Governor Kehoe in January 2026.

To help understand this rollout, our community should be aware of three critical facts:

● Every school district and school building will be assigned a single letter grade.

● This grading system is in addition to the state’s existing Annual Performance Report; it does not replace it.

● The metric is built almost exclusively on standardized test scores. It is critical to emphasize that this grade is a pilot. This marks the first year of a brand-new state system using performance data from the 2024-2025 school year.

I fully expect this framework to shift over time, meaning local grades will likely change. The A-F framework rests on an executive order and on action by the State Board of Education, not state law. While schools welcome accountability, we have shared our professional concerns with the state regarding the rushed timeline used to develop this system. School districts will continue to advocate for a fair, comprehensive evaluation process. Standardized tests are a single, narrow snapshot—they do not define our schools. Ultimately, no state-assigned rating can replace your knowledge as a parent or stakeholder. You know your child’s teachers, their classroom environment, and the real progress they make every day. Our responsibility is to work alongside you to help your child achieve their full educational potential. Whether navigating a letter grade or any other mandate issued from Jefferson City, our mission does not waver. Our commitment remains fixed on our local systems and community priorities we have established to support student success.

The Public school serves every single child who walks through our doors, without exception. We welcome students with very different needs, life circumstances, and starting points. This open-door responsibility is fundamental to who we are, and it’s why a single letter can never capture the scope of a school or the dedication of the educators who choose to serve there. Our public schools are the foundation of a prosperous future for our community, and that foundation is built on local trust, not state labels.

Thank you for your continued support and partnership. I will keep you informed throughout this process.

Respectfully,

Tim M. Thompson, Superintendent

On Friday, Archie students attended the NUCA Greater Kansas City Constructing Careers Day at Dozer Day! 🚜

Students had the opportunity to connect with employers, technical and trade schools, and higher education institutions while exploring possibilities for their future careers. The day was all about discovering opportunities, making connections, and laying the groundwork for life after high school.

Our Archie students took full advantage of the experience! They participated in hands-on activities, made valuable connections for their futures, and even had the opportunity to operate heavy equipment!

Exploring career possibilities, gaining real-world experience, and having a little fun along the way—not a bad way to spend a day! 

This hands-on career experience fulfilled a rootEd Missouri grant requirement and is funded through the rootEd Missouri Student Engagement Grant Fund. 

Calling our youngest Whirlwinds - Join the Archie Parents As Teachers program for the November Group Connection. If dad is not available, another family member is invited to attend. This event is most appropriate for children over 3 and is for the children not yet in school. Bring your hammer and we will see you there! #ArchieStrong