Columbian Elementary School - Carthage R9

06/10/2026

05/28/2026

So proud of you Mrs. Prado!!

🐯 We are proud to recognize Krystal Prado of Columbian Elementary as the 2026 Carthage Eye of the Tiger Award Winner for Instructional and Student Support Services. Krystal is known for the compassion, patience, and positivity she brings to students each day in the Autism Suite. She builds meaningful relationships with students, supports coworkers without hesitation, and creates an environment where students feel safe, encouraged, and cared for. Her dedication and heart make a lasting impact on everyone around her.

Congratulations on this well-deserved recognition! 🐯

05/21/2026

Columbian will sure miss Mrs. McLemore❤️❤️ We wish you the best in the future!

💙Twenty Carthage staff members officially retired today. Together they have given 377 years of service to Carthage Schools.

👏Join us in thanking these dedicated staff members for all they have done for our students and school! Enjoy your retirement!

• Virtual Learning Center Teacher, Kelly Avise served 27 years
• 6th Grade Center Teacher, Wayne Coble served 19 years
• Steadley Food Service, Debra Craig served 15 years
• Steadley Head Custodian, Dee Duncan served 14 years
• CHS Custodian, Larry Fox served 11 years
• Steadley Food Service, Joyce Hale served 4 years
• CHS Athletics & Activities Director, Mark Holderbaum served 8 years
• Carthage Schools IT, Chris Honaker served 26 years
• CIC & Pleasant Valley Elementary Teacher, Charles Loveall served 22 years
• Carthage District Office Custodian, Lora McDaniel served 9 years
• Columbian Teacher, Robyn McLemore served 22 years
• Steadley Elementary Principal, Lisa Northup served 3 years
• Carthage Band Director, Jennifer Sager served 22 years
• Carthage Schools Director of Language Services, Jana Sawyer served 32 years
• CJHS Custodian, Jack Silvers served 22 years
• Mark Twain Elementary Teacher, Jennifer Simpson served 33 years
• Steadley Elementary Teacher, Angela Smith served 28 years
• Pleasant Valley Elementary Head Cook, Kathy Smith served 13 years
• Steadley Elementary Speech Language Pathologist, Pamela Teed served 23 years
• Carthage Schools Federal Programs, Angela Williams served 24 years

Your hard work, love, and dedication through the years have helped make Carthage Schools what we are today! Thank you for your 🐯

05/20/2026

🚀 This summer, learning is going OUT OF THIS WORLD! 🌎 Carthage Summer School 2025 is blasting off with a space-themed adventure your students won’t want to miss! From hands-on science and technology activities to creative exploration, students will learn, discover, and grow in a fun, engaging environment. 🪐

📅 May 28 – June 24
👧👦 For students entering Kindergarten–8th grade
🍎 Breakfast & lunch provided
🚌 Transportation available

Think of it like a launchpad for learning—where curiosity takes off and students come back ready for the next school year. 🚀

📝 Register during Back to School Registration:
https://bit.ly/CarthageRegistration2026

05/18/2026

💙 We love our Speech-Language Pathologists! 💙

Our SLPs help students grow in communication, confidence, and connection. Through patience, creativity, and expertise, you give students the tools they need to express themselves and be heard.🗣️ Your work opens doors for success both in and out of the classroom.

Help us celebrate 📣drop a note of appreciation for our SLP team in the comments below!

05/09/2026

We love MaLonna!!! Congratulations!!

05/06/2026

We LOVE Nurse Michelle and can’t say enough good things about her!!! Happy School Nurse’s Day!!

💙 We love our School Nurses! 💙
Our school nurses are a steady, caring presence for students throughout the day. From addressing health needs to offering reassurance and comfort, you help students feel safe, supported, and ready to learn.🩺 Your calm approach and compassionate care make a difference in more ways than most people ever see.

💬 Leave a thank-you message for your school nurse below!

05/05/2026

Teachers make the world go round!! So grateful that we have such amazing teachers at Columbian Elementary School - Carthage R9❤️❤️

💙 We love our Teachers! 💙

Our teachers do more than teach🍎they inspire curiosity, build confidence, and create connections that last a lifetime. Each lesson, conversation, and moment of encouragement helps shape the future of our students.

The impact you make reaches far beyond the classroom, and our community is stronger because of you. We celebrate you this week during national Teacher Appreciation Week.

💬 Tag a teacher who made a lasting impact on you or your child!