Sometimes it’s the small, everyday moments that make the biggest difference.

A smile, a kind word, or simply being someone students can count on—Ann Church brings all of that and more to her school each day.

👏 Congratulations to Ann Church, Excellence in Service nominee!

Winners will be announced at our End-of-Year Celebration on May 22.
#WeAreSR3 #SR3Family
about 18 hours ago, Savannah R3
Graphic reading “Excellence in Service Award Nominee.” Portrait of Ann Church, Minnie Cline Elementary custodian, with quote about kindness and positivity.
Real-world learning leaves a lasting impact—and Amanda Graham is making that happen for her students every day.

Through hands-on experiences like the Sunrise Coffee Shop, students are building skills that go far beyond the classroom—learning responsibility, independence, and pride in their work.

👏 Congratulations to Amanda Graham, Excellence in Education nominee!

Winners will be announced at our End-of-Year Celebration on May 22.
#WeAreSR3 #SR3Family
2 days ago, Savannah R3
Graphic reading “Excellence in Education Award Nominee.” Portrait of Amanda Graham, Savannah High School special education teacher, with quote about real-world skills and high expectations.
If summer school slipped your mind… you’re not alone 😅

Good news—there’s still time to sign up.

Just visit www.savannahr3.com today!
3 days ago, Savannah R3
Parents on couch with kids playing behind them and text “Don’t panic…we can still sign up!”
Patience, preparation, and grace—especially on the hard days—don’t go unnoticed.

Morgan Urban shows up for her students every single day, and it shows in their growth, confidence, and success.

👏 Congratulations to Morgan Urban, Excellence in Education nominee!

Winners will be announced at our End-of-Year Celebration on May 22.
#WeAreSR3 #SR3Family
3 days ago, Savannah R3
Graphic reading “Excellence in Education Award Nominee.” Portrait of Morgan Urban, Minnie Cline Elementary kindergarten teacher, with quote about patience, grace, and student success.
Some roles come with a job description—but Jenny Steele doesn’t stop there.

While she’s assigned to support a few students, she’s known for stepping in to help all students whenever they need it.

👏 Congratulations to Jenny Steele, Excellence in Service nominee!

Winners will be announced at our End-of-Year Celebration on May 22.
#WeAreSR3 #SR3Family
3 days ago, Savannah R3
Graphic reading “Excellence in Service Award Nominee.” Portrait of Jenny Steele, Helena Elementary paraprofessional, with quote about supporting every student.
Some educators help students learn. Others help them believe in what they’re capable of.

Kate Noland does both—encouraging students to push past limits and see just how much they can achieve.

👏 Congratulations to Kate Noland, Excellence in Education nominee!

Winners will be announced at our End-of-Year Celebration on May 22.
#WeAreSR3 #SR3Family
4 days ago, Savannah R3
   	 Graphic reading “Excellence in Education Award Nominee.” Portrait of Kate Noland, Minnie Cline Elementary special education teacher, with quote about inspiring students to believe in themselves.
When students feel confident, supported, and celebrated—it doesn’t happen by accident.

Raelynn Lindstrom creates a classroom where students are encouraged, lifted up, and reminded they belong. And sometimes, that means getting the whole class involved in celebrating each other.

👏 Congratulations to Raelynn Lindstrom, Excellence in Education nominee!

Winners will be announced at our End-of-Year Celebration on May 22.
#WeAreSR3 #SR3Family
5 days ago, Savannah R3
Graphic reading “Excellence in Education Award Nominee.” Portrait of Raelynn Lindstrom, Minnie Cline Elementary 2nd grade teacher, with quote about helping students feel confident and celebrated.
You can tell a lot about a school by the pride people take in it—and Amber Dowding sets that standard every day.

From spotless spaces to the little details most people miss, her work has made a noticeable difference across her building.

👏 Congratulations to Amber Dowding, Excellence in Service nominee!

Winners will be announced at our End-of-Year Celebration on May 22.
#WeAreSR3 #SR3Family
5 days ago, Savannah R3
Graphic reading “Excellence in Service Award Nominee.” Portrait of Amber Dowding, John Glenn Elementary custodian, with quote about pride in her work and creating a clean environment.
Quick reminder 👇

SR3 Summer School runs May 26 – June 26 from 7:40 am – 2:40 pm.

A great option to keep kids engaged, connected, and in a routine this summer.

👉 Sign up here: www.savannahr3.com
6 days ago, Savannah R3
Colorful van on beach with palm trees and summer school dates and times, May 26–June 26.
There are people in every building who quietly make everything better—and Karri Anderson is one of them.

She’s the first to step in, the one lifting others up, and someone her students will carry with them long after they leave her classroom.

👏 Congratulations to Karri Anderson, Excellence in Education nominee!

Winners will be announced at our End-of-Year Celebration on May 22.
#WeAreSR3 #SR3Family
6 days ago, Savannah R3
Graphic reading “Excellence in Education Award Nominee.” Portrait of Karri Anderson, Helena Elementary 4th/5th grade teacher, with quote about leading with heart and supporting others.
Before the first bell rings, they’re already on the road.

Our bus drivers are often the first and last point of contact in a student’s day—offering consistency, safety, and a familiar face students can count on.

Rain, snow, early mornings… they show up.

And that reliability makes a bigger difference than most people realize. For many students, you’re a steady part of their day—and that matters.

If you see your driver today, give them a wave or a quick thank you. #SR3Family
9 days ago, Savannah R3
Chalkboard-style graphic with gold heart reading “We love our bus drivers”
Starting Kindergarten is a big milestone—for kids and parents 💛

Summer School can be a great way to build confidence before that first day.

Little things like…

✔ “I can open my own milk!”
✔ “I know what to do at recess”
✔ “I can follow my teacher’s directions”
✔ “I know how lunch works”
✔ “I can line up and wait my turn”
✔ “I feel ready for school”

Those small wins can make a big difference in August.

Even if summer school isn’t held at your child’s future building, it’s still a great way to get comfortable in a school setting.

📅 May 26 – June 26
Bloom Afterschool care is available for elementary students

Find more information & Register at www.savannahr3.com!
10 days ago, Savannah R3
Child holding a megaphone with “Sign up today!” text and summer school dates, May 26–June 26.
There’s a lot that goes into leading a school—and most of it happens long before or after anyone else sees it.

Early mornings, late nights, tough decisions, and constant problem-solving… all while making sure students and staff have what they need to succeed.

Our administrators carry a lot, and they do it with care and commitment to our schools.

Today, we recognize and appreciate:

Early Learning Center & Special Services
Becki Booth

Amazonia Elementary
Dr. Elorie Boeh

Helena Elementary
Kristi Raines

John Glenn Elementary
Meghan Holt

Minnie Cline Elementary
Tim Conn & Maggie Thieme

Savannah Middle School (SMS)
Joanna Hays & Mat Beu

Savannah High School (SHS)
Mark Weis, Craig Vulgamott, & Anthony Hays

District Leadership
Dr. Brian Hansen, Superintendent
Jon Salanky, Assistant Superintendent

We’re grateful for the leadership they bring to SR3 every day. #WeAreSR3 #SR3Family
10 days ago, Savannah R3
Chalkboard-style graphic with gold heart reading “We love our administrators”

Students in Animal and Food Science recently got a hands-on look at how a retail meat product is made — by making their own bratwurst sausages from start to finish.

They cut, ground, seasoned, mixed, and pressed their own pork sausage recipes while learning about the fabrication process and following safe food handling procedures along the way.

Experiences like this give students the chance to apply classroom learning in a real-world setting and build practical skills they can carry with them into the future.

A big thank you to Mr. Bill Stone for helping procure the pork shoulders and to Big Poppa Smokers for providing the sausage seasonings.

Rumor has it the brats turned out fantastic! #SR3Family #WeAreSR3

11 days ago, Savannah R3
Three students use a meat grinder in an Animal and Food Science classroom, grinding pork into a metal tray on a stainless steel table.
Three students work together at a meat grinder as ground pork fills a tray in the Animal and Food Science classroom.
Three students mix seasoned ground pork by hand in a large metal pan, with sausage seasoning containers on the table in front of them.
Two students sprinkle seasoning over a large pan of ground pork while preparing sausage in class.
Students work at a sausage stuffer in class, filling casings on a stainless steel table during a hands-on food science activity.
Early mornings, late nights, and everything in between—our maintenance and custodial teams keep our buildings safe, clean, and ready for students and staff each day.

When something needs fixed, cleaned, moved, or prepared… you’re already on it.

It’s work that often goes unnoticed—but it never goes unappreciated.

Thank you for everything you do to take care of our schools. #WeAreSR3 #SR3Family
11 days ago, Savannah R3
Chalkboard-style graphic with gold heart reading “We love our maintenance and custodial staff”
Ever flown in an Air National Guard C-130? Yesterday, eight senior Savage Battalion JROTC cadets had the opportunity to travel the local airspace, stand in the cockpit, and enjoy the beautiful Missouri landscape from the blue skies. A big thank you to the 139th Airlift Wing and Lafayette HS Senior Army Instructor Lt. Col. Trent Loucks!

Opportunities abound when you are a member of the Savage Battalion! #WeAreSR3 #SR3Family #SR3JROTC
12 days ago, Savannah R3
8 students stand in front of a brick wall holding a large white flag with the Savannah S with claw marks.  JROTC instructor Sgt. Addwel  stands to the side of the group.
Some of the most important work in our district happens behind the scenes—but you feel the impact of it everywhere.

From the front office to the cafeteria, from tech support to student support services, and the many roles that keep things running smoothly, our support staff are the steady hands that hold it all together.

When things work well, it’s because of you.

We appreciate everything you do for our students and our schools. #WeAreSR3 #SR3Family
12 days ago, Savannah R3
Chalkboard-style graphic with gold heart reading “We love our support staff”
Got a 5th grader heading to middle school next year? 👀

Summer School is a great way to get comfortable in a new building, build confidence, and start the year feeling ready.

📅 May 26 – June 26
🚌 Shuttle buses available

👉 Fing More Information & Register at www.savannahr3.com
13 days ago, Savannah R3
Boy smiling inside a locker with text promoting summer school for incoming middle school students, May 26–June 26.
Every school has those people who just get it.

The ones who know when to push, when to pause, and when a student needs a little extra encouragement. The ones who celebrate the small wins, adjust on the fly, and show up ready to do it all again the next day.

Our teachers and paras are at the heart of that work—and our students are better because of it.

And for those who continue that work long after the final bell—coaching, sponsoring, and showing up for students in a whole different way—we see you too.

If you see a teacher or para today, take a moment to say thank you. It matters more than you know. #WeAreSR3 #SR3Family
13 days ago, Savannah R3
Chalkboard-style graphic with gold heart reading “We love our teachers and paras”
Next week is Staff Appreciation Week at SR3 💛

We'll be celebrating the people who show up for our students every single day—but we know the most meaningful recognition doesn’t come from us alone… it comes from you.

If someone in SR3 has made a difference for you or your child, we’d love to hear about it.

Drop a comment, send us a message, or simply take a moment to tell them in person.

Let’s make sure our staff feels the appreciation all week long. #WeAreSR3 #SR3Family
13 days ago, Savannah R3
Chalkboard-style graphic with gold heart reading “This person appreciates teachers and staff because…”