Regular School Year: Last Day of School : The regular school year concludes on May 23rd . Students, parents, and educators can look forward to a well-deserved break after a year of hard work and learning. Summer School: Dates : Summer School will be in session from May 28th to June 21st . TPC After School: Last Day of After School : The regular school year concludes on May 17th for the After School Programs at the Elementary and Intermediate. Please make alternate plans for your students for the week of May 21st to May 23rd. TPC Summer After School: Dates : The Summer After School program will also be in session from May 28th to June 21st .

Camps Schedule: 3rd-6th Grade Football Camp Dates: July 15th & 16th Time: 7:00-8:30 PM 1st-6th Grade Football Camp Date: July 18th Time: 7:00-8:30 PM Junior High Football Camp Dates: July 15-17 & July 22nd-24th Time: 10:00-11:30 AM Location: All camps will be held at the high school football stadium. Cost: These camps are free of charge!

2 - boxes facial tissues 1 - pkg baby wipes (for hands/faces…refills are fine) 3 – pkgs 5 oz. plastic drinking cups 2 – 1.25 oz. bottles Elmer’s glue 1 – 5” blunt tip scissors 2 – EXPO fine tip black dry erase markers 1 – pkg CRAYOLA markers (classic colors) 2 - boxes LARGE (not jumbo) CRAYOLA crayons 1 - 4pk Play-doh 2 – plastic pocket folders 1 - backpack (big enough to carry folders/projects)

4th Grade Supply List 1 - pencil pouch (NO BOXES) 12 - Expo markers 2 - composition notebook 1 - 2 inch binder 1 - 1.5inch binders 1 - folders with brads 1 - Lysol wipes 2 - box of tissues 2 - set of headphones or earbuds 1- Pack of WIDE ruled paper 48- Pencils 5th Grade Supply List 2 - set of earbuds 3 - (1 subject spiral notebooks or composition books with holes) 1 - 2” Ring Binder (hardback) 1 - pkg. of 8 pocket dividers w/ pockets 1 - pkg. of 4 dry erase markers 1 - 3 ring pencil pouch 1 - 5” Fiskar scissors 1 - Highlighters (optional 3-4 assorted colors) 1 - Disinfecting wipes 3 - boxes of tissue 1 - 12 ct. Colored pencils 1- take home folder 1- Folder with brads 3- Pkg. #2 pencils-24 count 1- Package of pencil cap erasers 1- package of WIDE ruled paper 2- Glue Sticks 6th Grade Supply List 1- zip binder 2” at least 1 - zipper pouch for binder 1 - 1 1⁄2” - 3-ring binder 5 - Dividers for binder w/ pockets 2 - sets of Earbuds 3 - Kleenex boxes 3-Clorox Wipes 4 - 3-prong pocket folders 4 - Dry erase markers ALL BLACK (1 pkg of 8 or more ) 3 - pack of highlighters 4 - composition books 2- Package of Pencils (24 count) 1- Package of pencil cap erasers 1 - pocket folder Art Supplies- (2) packages of #2 pencils and their own set of colored pencils

PRE- K (Please note this list is for our new in-house Pre-K, NOT Seneca Early Childhood) 2 pkg. of Kleenex 2 pkg. of baby wipes 1 Disinfectant Wipe 1 package Dry erase markers 2 Box Washable Crayola markers (classic colors) 2 Boxes of Crayons 1 Box sandwich Ziplock bags 1 Vinyl Nap Mat 1 Standard Sized Backpack (with a change of clothes) 12 glue sticks 1 box of playdough 1 package paper plates (girls) 1 package Dixie cups (boys) 1 plastic water bottle KINDERGARTEN 2 Large erasers 8 Black dry erase markers 2 Box of tissues 1 Vinyl rest mat (thin) 4 24 count Crayola crayons 1 Water bottle (plastic) 1 Baby wipes 1 Scissors 2 Plastic folders with brads 1 Plastic school box (8x5) 1 Clorox wipes (boys) 1 Over the head headphones 1 Paper plates-cheap, ripple edge (girls) 12 Glue sticks 24 Ticonderoga pre-sharpened pencils 1 4-pack of playdoh FIRST GRADE 1 Composition Notebook 1 1 inch 3 ring binder 4 24 count Crayola Crayons 2 Asst. Pocket Plastic Folders with brads 1 5” Sharp Fiskar Scissors 1 Large Pack of Pencil Top Erasers 1 Small Plastic School Box 8 Black Expo Dry Erase Markers 2 8 pack colored Markers (washable) 2 Box of Kleenex 1 Hand Sanitizer 1 Clorox Wipes 1 Headphones 1 Baby Wipes 1 4 pack Elmers Glue Sticks 48 Ticonderoga Pre-sharpened Pencils 1 Clipboard 1 Gallon Ziplock Bags (girls bring) 1 Sandwich Ziplock Bags (boys bring) SECOND GRADE 1 Small art box 1 Box Markers (8-10 count) 4 24 count Crayola Crayons 1 1⁄2 ” 3-Ring Binder 1 5” Sharp Fiskar Scissors 3 Box 160 count Kleenex 2 Composition Notebook 1 Clorox Disinfecting Wipes 8 Black EXPO Dry Erase Markers 1 Box Sandwich size Ziploc Bags (girls only) 2 Pink Erasers 1 Box Gallon size Ziploc Bags (boys only) 1 Yellow Pocket Folder (with brads) 1 24 count Pencils (Ticonderoga preferred) 1 Blue Pocket Folder (with brads) 1 6 count Glue Sticks 1 Red Pocket Folder (with brads) 1 Wired Over-ear Headphones THIRD GRADE 3 24 count Crayola Crayons 6 Assorted Pocket Folders (with brads) 3 Pkg of 4 Dry Erase Markers 4 Composition Notebooks 1 5” Sharp Fiskar Scissors 1 Zipper Pouch for binder (No boxes please) 2 Pink Erasers 3 Box 160 count Kleenex 2 8 count Colored Pencils 2 Clorox Wipes 1 1” 3-Ring Binder 1 Sandwich size Ziploc bags (girls) 2 Pkg Markers (8 or 10 count, not a large set) 1 Gallon size Ziploc bags (boys) 48 Ticonderoga Pre-sharpened Pencils 1 6 count Elmer’s glue sticks 1 Clipboard 1 Bottle Elmer’s glue PLEASE LABEL ALL SCHOOL SUPPLIES AND BELONGINGS! GYM SHOES ARE REQUIRED IN P.E. CLASS NO BACK PACKS WITH WHEELS WILL BE ALLOWED.

The Seneca R-7 School District is proud to recognize the outstanding achievements of our student-athletes during the 2024 season. From baseball to track and field, our athletes have demonstrated exceptional skill, dedication, and sportsmanship. Let’s take a closer look at their accomplishments: Seneca Baseball 2024 Class 4 District 11 All-District Honors #0 Kade Johnson: 2nd team #8 Grant Houchin: 1st team #13 Jagger Wilson: 1st team (unanimous decision) #18 Drew Sherwood: 1st team #21 Hagen Ginger: 2nd team Seneca Baseball 2024 Big 8 West All-Conference Standouts #0 Kade Johnson: 1st team catcher #8 Grant Houchin: 1st team Pitcher/HM Infield #13 Jagger Wilson: 1st team Infield (unanimous decision) #18 Drew Sherwood: 1st team Pitcher and 1st Team Outfield (unanimous decision) #21 Hagen Ginger: 2nd team Infield #33 Kaden Clouse: 2nd team Outfield Track and Field Records Broken! Men’s 4x200 Relay Team: Set a school record with an impressive time of 1:31.70 at the state track meet. Grant Landers: Achieved a top 10 finish in the triple jump at the MO state track meet. Isabella Renfro: Secured 3rd place with a school record shot put of 40’6.25” at the MO state track meet. Women’s 4x400 Relay Team: Set a school record of 4.12.56 and achieved a top 10 finish at the state track meet. We commend our athletes for their hard work, determination, and commitment to excellence. Their achievements inspire us all and showcase the true spirit of Seneca Athletics. Congratulations to each and every one of our student-athletes! 🏆👏

SENECA ELEMENTARY KINDERGARTEN SCREENINGS 2024-2025 MONDAY, MARCH 4TH 8AM - 7PM TUESDAY, MARCH 5TH 8AM - 4PM Children who will be 5 on or before July 31st, 2024 and plan to attend kindergarten in the fall will need to be screened and/or enrolled. Please use the link here, our Seneca Elementary Facebook page, or call 417-776-2785 to make an appointment.

Hello, Seneca R-7 School District families and staff! We hope you are staying warm and safe during this winter season. As you know, we had to cancel school on three days so far in January, due to inclement weather conditions. We appreciate your understanding and cooperation as we made these decisions to ensure the safety of our students and staff. However, we also value the quality of education and instruction that we provide to our students. That is why we have scheduled makeup dates for the missed school days, as required by the Missouri Department of Elementary and Secondary Education. Here are the makeup dates for the snow days: Monday, February 5th for the snow day on Tuesday, January 9th Monday, February 19th for the snow day on Tuesday, January 16th Monday, April 8th for the snow day on Wednesday, January 17th Please mark these dates on your calendars and plan accordingly. These dates will apply to all schools in the district. We thank you for your support and flexibility as we adjust to the weather challenges. We look forward to seeing our students back in the classrooms and continuing their learning journey. If you have any questions or concerns, please feel free to contact your school’s principal or the district office. We are always happy to hear from you and assist you in any way we can.

The Missouri Cheerleading Coaches Association (MCCA) State Championship took place over the weekend at the Show Me Center in Cape Girardeau. The Seneca Cheerleading Squad made Seneca History with a 4Peat as State Champions. This makes the 10th State Title for Cheerleading in Seneca History.

Hello, students and parents of the Seneca R-7 School District! We hope you are having a cozy and festive winter season and enjoying the snow and lights. We have some important announcements to make regarding the school schedule for the month of December 2023. School on Monday, December 18, 2023 First of all, we would like to remind you that there will be school on Monday, December 18, 2023. This is a regular school day and attendance is required for all students. Please make sure to arrive on time and bring all the necessary materials for your classes. We understand that some of you may have made plans for the Christmas week, but we ask for your cooperation and understanding as we follow the district’s calendar. We appreciate your flexibility and commitment to education. No School from December 21, 2023 to January 3, 2024 Secondly, we are thrilled to announce that there will not be school from Wednesday, December 21, 2023 to Wednesday, January 3, 2024. We hope you enjoy this time off and have a wonderful and safe holiday. Please note that school will resume on Thursday, January 4, 2024. Conclusion That’s all for now. Thank you for reading this blog post and staying updated with the school schedule. If you have any questions or concerns, please feel free to contact us at any time.

The Seneca Indians will play for the Class 3 State title at Faurot Field (Memorial Stadium) in Columbia, MO. The game is set for Friday, Dec. 1 at 11 am in the morning. Their opponent will be Central High School from Park Hills, MO. Digital tickets are required for entry (no walk up cash ticket sales) Gates will open 1 hour prior to game time Handicap seating areas are designated in the Stadium Grandstand No coolers or outside food or drink No pets are allowed Concessions will be available ADA restrooms are available Souvenir and apparel sales will be available Tickets will be $10 for all persons that are 6 and up. Use this link to purchase tickets Go to Football, then select the Get Tickets button for the DEC 1 date for 2023 MSHSAA Football Championships - Show-Me Bowl Day 2, and select the desired amount of tickets. There will NOT be any school on Friday for any of the Schools due to the amount of people wanting to attend the game.