It’s time to show our school spirit and stand together for a drug-free future! Red Ribbon Week is October 26th–28th, and we are excited to celebrate with our elementary, junior high, and high school students!
Throughout the week, students will participate in school spirit days to raise awareness about the importance of making healthy choices, staying drug-free, and supporting a safe and healthy school community.
Let’s show our Bear pride as we stand together and take a stand against drugs!
Throughout the week, students will participate in school spirit days to raise awareness about the importance of making healthy choices, staying drug-free, and supporting a safe and healthy school community.
Let’s show our Bear pride as we stand together and take a stand against drugs!
Surprise your student, friend, or teacher with a thoughtful BOO GRAM treat! Your Boo Grams will be paired with a full size candy and delivered to the classroom on October 28th. All proceeds will go to support the Richland R-IV PTSO. Please send the form that your child brought home and money ($3 per boo gram) in an envelope. Please include students first and last name and teacher on the form. All forms and money are due no later than October 27th.
Book Fair is TOMORROW!
Dear Richland families,
In the coming days or weeks, you may see something coming out in regard to letter grades for all public schools in Missouri. We want you to hear this from us, along with what it means.
About the Rating:
The Missouri Department of Elementary and Secondary Education (DESE) is developing its first pilot A–F grades for public schools, created under an executive order Governor Mike Kehoe signed in January.
This grade is a pilot, meaning it is not final. It is the first year of a brand-new state system, based on test results from the 2024-25 school year, and the state is still finalizing how grades are calculated. We fully expect the framework to change over time, and as it does, our grade may change too. It is important to remember that this grade is only one measure of a district's overall performance and success.
We have actively provided input to the state regarding the development of this system, including recommendations to simplify and improve the Annual Performance Report (APR) system already in place. However, it appears the state may move forward with implementing the A-F grading system alongside the existing APR (two systems that cannot be compared from year-to-year or with each other), rather than simplifying the current process. We have expressed concerns with the state about how quickly this system was developed, the potential for confusion created by having three accountability measures (APR, MSIP6, A-F), the years in which they have started with, and the need to ensure that any grading system accurately reflects the work and success of our schools. We will continue to communicate those concerns and advocate for a fair, transparent, and meaningful accountability system.
We Are Accountable to You First:
You've told us what matters most to you in our schools, through conversations and board meetings, and we've acted on it:
You told us that having a school structure where all students can be successful matters the most. As part of our CSIP revision process, we are currently in the process of filling curriculum gaps, reorganizing our special education department, and developing better communication with our community.
You told us you want a school system that protects our students while allowing the opportunity for continued growth in the areas of academics, arts and career education. We are working to add new academic opportunities in Math, Science and Foreign Language while expanding our Art, Music and Theatre offerings. We are also continuing our focus on developing rigorous and challenging Agriculture and Business departments with additional support for Vocational and Technical school and Dual Enrollment classes.
You also deserve a full, current picture of how our students are doing at this moment in time. Here are a few things we're proud of:
Working to reduce the Teacher to Student ratio in the Elementary.
Developing a vertically aligned curriculum that connects learning goals from Kindergarten to 12th grade.
Working to add upper-level advancement courses to better prepare students for postsecondary education.
And here is where we're focused on improving:
Improving to collaboration between the elementary and the high school
Improving communication between the school, parents, and community.
Improving the climate and culture of the district.
I will be updating information about our district’s progress and priorities on our website a www.richlandbears.us.
No state rating can replace what you know as a parent about your child.
You know their teachers, their classroom, and the progress they are making. Our responsibility is to work alongside you to help your child meet their educational goals and achieve the best possible outcomes. Whether it’s an A–F grade or another measure from Jefferson City, that mission does not change and neither does our commitment to the local systems, relationships and priorities we have built to meet the needs of our students and families.
Public schools serve every student who walks through our doors, including children with very different needs, circumstances and starting points. That responsibility is fundamental to who we are, and it is one reason a single letter can never tell the whole story of a school or the educators who choose to serve there.
Thank you for your partnership. Our teachers and staff work every day to prepare, promote and provide for every student, every day.
Sincerely,
Dr. Justin Yates
Superintendent
Richland R-IV School District
In the coming days or weeks, you may see something coming out in regard to letter grades for all public schools in Missouri. We want you to hear this from us, along with what it means.
About the Rating:
The Missouri Department of Elementary and Secondary Education (DESE) is developing its first pilot A–F grades for public schools, created under an executive order Governor Mike Kehoe signed in January.
This grade is a pilot, meaning it is not final. It is the first year of a brand-new state system, based on test results from the 2024-25 school year, and the state is still finalizing how grades are calculated. We fully expect the framework to change over time, and as it does, our grade may change too. It is important to remember that this grade is only one measure of a district's overall performance and success.
We have actively provided input to the state regarding the development of this system, including recommendations to simplify and improve the Annual Performance Report (APR) system already in place. However, it appears the state may move forward with implementing the A-F grading system alongside the existing APR (two systems that cannot be compared from year-to-year or with each other), rather than simplifying the current process. We have expressed concerns with the state about how quickly this system was developed, the potential for confusion created by having three accountability measures (APR, MSIP6, A-F), the years in which they have started with, and the need to ensure that any grading system accurately reflects the work and success of our schools. We will continue to communicate those concerns and advocate for a fair, transparent, and meaningful accountability system.
We Are Accountable to You First:
You've told us what matters most to you in our schools, through conversations and board meetings, and we've acted on it:
You told us that having a school structure where all students can be successful matters the most. As part of our CSIP revision process, we are currently in the process of filling curriculum gaps, reorganizing our special education department, and developing better communication with our community.
You told us you want a school system that protects our students while allowing the opportunity for continued growth in the areas of academics, arts and career education. We are working to add new academic opportunities in Math, Science and Foreign Language while expanding our Art, Music and Theatre offerings. We are also continuing our focus on developing rigorous and challenging Agriculture and Business departments with additional support for Vocational and Technical school and Dual Enrollment classes.
You also deserve a full, current picture of how our students are doing at this moment in time. Here are a few things we're proud of:
Working to reduce the Teacher to Student ratio in the Elementary.
Developing a vertically aligned curriculum that connects learning goals from Kindergarten to 12th grade.
Working to add upper-level advancement courses to better prepare students for postsecondary education.
And here is where we're focused on improving:
Improving to collaboration between the elementary and the high school
Improving communication between the school, parents, and community.
Improving the climate and culture of the district.
I will be updating information about our district’s progress and priorities on our website a www.richlandbears.us.
No state rating can replace what you know as a parent about your child.
You know their teachers, their classroom, and the progress they are making. Our responsibility is to work alongside you to help your child meet their educational goals and achieve the best possible outcomes. Whether it’s an A–F grade or another measure from Jefferson City, that mission does not change and neither does our commitment to the local systems, relationships and priorities we have built to meet the needs of our students and families.
Public schools serve every student who walks through our doors, including children with very different needs, circumstances and starting points. That responsibility is fundamental to who we are, and it is one reason a single letter can never tell the whole story of a school or the educators who choose to serve there.
Thank you for your partnership. Our teachers and staff work every day to prepare, promote and provide for every student, every day.
Sincerely,
Dr. Justin Yates
Superintendent
Richland R-IV School District
Bear Nation will be recognizing Red Ribbon Week from October 26–28. This year's theme is “Make a Difference. Be a Hero. Stay Drug Free.”Join our school as we encourage students and our community to commit to healthy, drug‑free lives.
Congratulations Jason Adams on being chosen as the Rotary Club Student of the Month for October. Jason is a Richland Senior who plans to study Theology and pursue a career as a Youth Pastor. Jason always has a smile on his face and shows kindness to everyone.
#RHSSUCCESS #BEARPRIDE
#RHSSUCCESS #BEARPRIDE
This Week in Athletics (10/19-10/24):
Monday 10/19:
-Soccer vs Maranatha, 5:00 (JV)
-Class 1, District 1 Championship Game
*Vienna vs Stoutland, 5:30
Tuesday 10/20:
-Soccer at Eugene, 5:00
Wednesday 10/21:
-Soccer at Camdenton, 6:00
Saturday 10/24:
-Soccer vs Springfield Central, 12:00 PM
The Book Fair starts THIS WEEK!
This weekend was very busy and successful for our Richland FFA members. Congratulations go to Landree Hedges, Haylee York, Aubrey Goforth, Paisley Rowland, Levi Quentin, Braydon Shoemate, and Easton Henery on placing 6th in Rituals. Congratulations also go to Sophia Lemus for earning 3rd place for her speech. All their dedication, preparation, and hard work are something to be proud of. Way to represent Richland FFA and show what our chapter is capable of.
#RichlandFFA #FFAProud
#RichlandFFA #FFAProud
The Jr High Boys finished the season with a 47-39 win over Stoutland to capture 3rd place in the Frisco League Tournament. They finished the season with a record of 9-7. Great season Bears!
The soccer tournament at Stover tomorrow has been cancelled.
Thank you goes out to York & Co Pharmacy of Richland for being a sponsor of the 2026 Richland FFA Booster Club Truck and Tractor Pull. Your support is greatly appreciated. #RHSFFA
Join the soccer team at Stinger Field on Monday for Alumni Recognition Night!
Congratulations to the soccer team on their 2-1 over Springfield Greenwood tonight.
Congratulations to the Jr High Lady Bears on their 3rd place win at the Frisco League Tournament. They defeated Crocker tonight 40-25. The A-Team finished with an 11-5 record on the season. Way to go Lady Bears!
Congratulations to Sophia Lemus. We are proud to celebrate this accomplishment and excited to see her represent Richland at the Annual Farm Bureau Meeting. Your hard work and dedication are something to be proud of, and we wish you the best as you take this next step. Congratulations, Sophia! #RichlandFFA #FarmBureau
The Richland Elementary School would like to thank the Tri-County Fire Protection District and the Fort Leonard Wood Fire Department Inspection Division for bringing their fun fire prevention program to our students. We appreciate all you to help our students learn about fire safety. #RESSAFETY #TRICOUNTYFIRE
If you plan to come to the district softball games, admission is $6 for everyone ages 6 and older and is cash only.
What a great night for Richland FFA. Our chapter Barnwarming was full of fun, laughter, and time spent together. We’re glad we got to enjoy a night with our FFA family. Thanks to everyone who helped make it a great night. #RichlandFFA #FFAFamily
With their losses last night in the Frisco League Tournament, the Jr High Girls will play in Crocker, in Dixon, tonight at 6:15, and the boys will play Stoutland at 6:15 in Dixon on Friday night.