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5 Things To Know This Week - October 19 - October 24

Posted Date: 10/18/26 (05:55 PM)
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School Bus Safety Week

This week is School Bus Safety Week.  This year's theme is "Safe Rides, Everyday Heroes."  Early in the school year our drivers talk with our students about being safe on the school bus.  But there are things we can all do to help promote school bus safety.  Most important among them, is stopping when you approach a bus that has its stop sign out and its red lights flashing.  Here is what you need to know about when to stop:

When You Must Stop
  • Two-lane and three-lane roads: Drivers coming from both directions must stop.
  • Following a bus: Drivers behind a school bus going the same direction must always stop.
  • Yellow flashing lights: This means the bus is getting ready to stop. Slow down and get ready to stop.
  • Red flashing lights and stop arm: Children are getting on or off the bus. You must stay stopped until the lights turn off and the arm goes back in.

On August 28, 2026 the State passed SB 1421 stiffening the penalties for drivers found guilty of failing to stop for a school bus that is receiving or discharging students:
  • First offense:  court ordered driver's license suspension, 90 days, or as designated by the court and a fine of at least $500 but not more than $1,000
  • Second offense within 5 years:  suspension of driver's license for 90 days and a fine of at least $1,000 but not more than $2,000
  • Third or subsequent offense within 5 years:  suspension of driver's license for 180 days and a fine of at least $1,500 but not more than $3,000

Thank you for being safe around our most precious cargo.
An instructional infographic titled 'SCHOOL BUS SAFETY - DO I NEED TO STOP?' showing rules for two-lane roads, four-lane highways, and intersections.
 
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Red Ribbon Week

Red Ribbon Week officially kicks off on Friday, October 23 and runs through Saturday, October 31.  This year's theme is "Be A Hero.  Stay Drug Free."

Plan ahead, next week, Festus Elementary and Intermediate School will be celebrating Red Ribbon Week with different themes each day.

Elementary
Monday, October 26 - Wear Red
Tuesday, October 27 - Turn Your Back On Drugs - Wear clothes backwards
Wednesday, October 28 - We Are Making It POP-ular To Be Drug Free - Wear Pop/Rock Musical T-shirt
Thursday, October 29 - Drugs Are Scary - Wear your costume (no masks or weaponry)

Intermediate School
Monday, October 26 - Wear Red
Tuesday, October 27 - Sock it to Drugs - Wear Crazy Socks
Wednesday, October 28 - Character Council will hand out Red Ribbon sticker
Thursday, October 29 - Be a Smartie - Stay Healthy, Don't Do Drugs

The middle school will hand out crosswords and Red Ribbon pledge cards.  Students who complete them will receive prizes.  There is one dress-up day.  On Thursday, October 29 middle school students can dress as their hero or wear red.
A flyer for Red Ribbon Week Spirit Days at Festus Elementary, detailing themed dress-up days from Monday, October 26 to Friday, October 30.
A Red Ribbon Week flyer for Festus Intermediate, detailing daily themes and dress-up days from October 26-29.
 
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Parent/Teacher Conferences

The end of the first quarter Wednesday.  Parent/teacher conferences will be held next week.  By now, you have likely heard from your child's teacher or principal about how and when to meet their teacher.  If you haven't heard from them but want to meet, you can reach out to the teacher individually.

This year's parent/teacher conference dates are:

EARLY CHILDHOOD CENTER
Monday, October 26 - 4-7:30
Tuesday, October 27 - 4-7:30

ELEMENTARY SCHOOL
Monday, October 26 - 4-7:30
Tuesday, October 27 - 4-7:30

INTERMEDIATE SCHOOL
Monday, October 26 - 4-7:30
Wednesday, October 28 - 4-7:30

MIDDLE SCHOOL
Tuesday, October 27 - 4-7:30
Wednesday, October 28 - 3-6:30

HIGH SCHOOL
Tuesday, October 27 - 4-7:30
Wednesday, October 28 - 4-7:30
 
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No School

Mark your calendars.  There is no school NEXT Friday, October 30 for fall break.
 
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This Week's Schedule

Monday, October 19, 2026
  • Football (JV) - POPLAR BLUFF HIGH @ Tiger Stadium - 5PM
Tuesday, October 20, 2026
  • Girls Tennis (State Quarterfinal) vs Parkway West @ Parkway West High School - 3:30PM
  • Softball (District Championship) vs Cor Jesu @ Windsor High School - 4:30PM
  • Soccer (Boys V) @ Hillsboro High School - 6PM
Wednesday, October 21, 2026
  • Volleyball (Girls V) (District Quarterfinal) @ Hillsboro High School - 5PM
Thursday, October 22, 2026
  • Football MS @ Farmington Middle School - 4:30PM
  • Soccer (Boys V) @ North County Sr High School - 5PM
  • NHS Induction Ceremony @ Performing Arts Center - 6PM
Friday, October 23, 2026
  • Cross Country (Boys V) @ Clayton Invite (All Day)
  • Cross Country (Girls V) @ Clayton Invite (All Day)
Saturday, October 24, 2026
  • Football (V) @ Kirksville 1PM
  • Volleyball (Potential District Semifinal) @ DeSoto High School - 1PM
  • Softball (State Quarterfinal) @ TBD