COLUMBIA - As the school year comes to a close, some parents and students are reflecting on the journey itâs been.
When the 2019-2020 school year concluded for Columbia Public Schools, there was a lot of uncertainty. COVID-19 created confusion, fear and a lot of uncertainty.
CPS students leave Rock Bridge High School on the last day of school.
Going into the summer break, it would be anything but a break. Both students and parents didnât know when they would be able to see the classroom again.
It was a time that brought many families closer in a time when distance was the key.
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Smack dab in central Missouri, between Kansas City and Saint Louis, is the town of Fulton. It’s got a small-town feel, but it’s loaded with history and charm, which makes it just perfect for a day trip. Here, a healthy dose of world history including a museum focused on one of Britain’s most legendary statesmen fits right in with a traditional Midwestern downtown district full of shops and galleries. There are also two university campuses to explore, and there’s even something for the classic-car fan!
Here are just a few ways to spend a day in charming Fulton.
SFCC Announces 2021 Distinguished Alumni, Graduation Details
State Fair Community College is pleased to recognize nursing professional Lana Kay Kelly as the 2021 Distinguished Alumni.
She will be the keynote speaker for SFCC’s Health Sciences pinning and commencement at 1 p.m. May 14 in the Mathewson Exhibition Center on the Missouri State Fair Grounds.
Lenny Freund who was selected as the 2020 Distinguished Alumni will be the speaker for the general commencement ceremony at 7 p.m. May 14 in the Exhibition Center. Freund was not able to speak at last year’s ceremony because it was canceled out of concern for the health and safety of all participants during the pandemic. Attendance at both ceremonies is limited to students and guests who have tickets. Masks and social distancing are required.
Columbia native to be recommended to become the next principal at John Warner Middle School.
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Columbia native Taylor Drennan will be recommended next week to the Columbia Board of Education to become the next principal at John Warner Middle School.
Drennan has been serving as the school’s interim principal this semester after CPS reported that Principal Jimmy Hale was out for the remainder of the year in mid-March.
Drennan has worked for Columbia Public Schools his entire career.
“I feel so fortunate to have been given this opportunity to continue to serve the students, families and staff at John Warner Middle School,” Drennan said. “I love this school and this community and I look forward to building upon the foundation that we’ve created so far.”