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Emerson presents 35th annual Excellence in Teaching Awards

Emerson presents 35th annual Excellence in Teaching Awards

November 20, 2024

Emerson Electric honored over 100 educators – from kindergarten teachers to college professors – in the St. Louis metropolitan area for its 35th annual Excellence in Teaching Awards program. Each...

Members of The David and Barbara Mungenast Charitable Foundation reveal 24 Strider balance-to-pedal bikes at Hancock Place Elementary School's unveiling ceremony held Nov. 14.

Hancock Place Elementary School awarded 24 new balance-to-pedal conversion bicycles

By Ellie Marshall, News Editor November 20, 2024

Made possible by a $9,000 donation from The David and Barbara Mungenast Charitable Foundation, All Kids Bike – a national 501(c)(3) nonprofit “on a mission to give every child in America the opportunity...

Amy Bush, NDHS head of academics, addresses the crowd at Notre Dame High School's STREAM facilities and campus enhancements groundbreaking ceremony on Nov. 12.

NDHS breaks ground on new STREAM center

By Maria Cann, For the Call November 19, 2024

Notre Dame High School, 320 E. Ripa Ave., hosted a groundbreaking ceremony on Nov. 12 to celebrate the start of construction on the school’s new $5 million STREAM facilities and campus enhancements. The...

Lutheran South’s boys soccer team volunteered with SPENSA at the World Wide Technology Soccer Park on Oct. 12, working with young athletes of varying skill levels. The day ended with a group activity that brought together all participants for a shared celebration. Photo courtesy of Lutheran South boys soccer.

Lutheran South boys soccer team volunteers with SPENSA

By Ellie Marshall, News Editor October 30, 2024

Editor's note: The Oct. 31 print edition of The Call mistakenly identified the author of this article as Erin Achenbach. The author is Ellie Marshall. The Lutheran South boys soccer team volunteered with...

Lindbergh Schools, local farmers partner to provide fresh produce for students

Lindbergh Schools, local farmers partner to provide fresh produce for students

By Ellie Marshall, News Editor October 29, 2024

In collaboration with Old Tyme Produce, Lindbergh Schools foodservice provider, SFE, has connected with nearby farmers this school year to present a farmers market featuring fresh, local produce at each...

Crestwood Elementary named 2024 Green School

Crestwood Elementary named 2024 Green School

October 18, 2024

Crestwood Elementary School was recently named a 2024 Missouri Green School honoree for its commitment to improving health, lowering environmental impact and providing place-based education for students. “At...

Crestwood Elementary School's new book vending machine, funded by the PTO, offers students a unique way to earn books for certain achievements. The $10,000 project aims to encourage reading, with the PTO pledging $1,000 annually to keep the machine stocked. Photo courtesy of Crestwood Elementary.

Crestwood Elementary School PTO donates book vending machine

By Ellie Marshall, News Editor October 17, 2024

When one thinks of a vending machine, candy, chips and soda may come to mind. While not incorrect, students at Crestwood Elementary School are finding out that vending machines can hold much more than...

Mehlville school board approves 2024 tax rates

Mehlville school board approves 2024 tax rates

By Erin Achenbach, News Editor October 2, 2024

The Mehlville School District Board of Education unanimously approved the 2024 tax rates at its tax rate hearing on Sept. 26. The board set the 2024 blended tax rate at $4.0070, a $0.039 increase from...

Affton Board of Education sets 2024 tax rates

Affton Board of Education sets 2024 tax rates

By Ellie Marshall, Staff Reporter September 28, 2024

The Affton Board of Education unanimously approved the 2024 tax rate of $4.9284 at its Sept. 17 meeting. This includes a voluntary tax rollback of 35 cents, reducing the tax burden by approximately $2.15...

Affton School District agrees to $2.4M settlement in student death lawsuit

Affton School District agrees to $2.4M settlement in student death lawsuit

By Erin Achenbach, News Editor September 24, 2024

The Affton School District reached a $2.4 million settlement agreement in a wrongful death lawsuit following the death of a 17-year-old student at Affton High School in February 2024. Court documents...

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