Junior High Basketball @ Crest Ridge
Girls A, Girls B (2 quarters), Boys A, Boys B (2 quarters)
5:30 Start
Bus @ 4:15
Junior High Basketball Away @ Lafayette County (Higginsville)
Girls A, Girls B (2 quarters), Boys A, Boys B (2 quarters)
5:00 Start
Bus @ 3:15
Junior High Basketball Home Vs. Appleton City
Girls A, Boys A, Boys B (4 quarters)
5:30 Start
As we reflect on the progress, partnerships, and achievements of the past year, we are reminded of how fortunate we are to be part of such a dedicated and supportive school community. The following list highlights 10 things we are especially grateful for at Leeton R-X School District, each representing the people, programs, and values that make it a great day to be a Bulldog.
1. Record-Breaking APR Scores: We are grateful for achieving an 81.7% APR, the highest in Johnson County and one of the strongest in district history. This accomplishment reflects the collective work of our students, staff, and leadership.
2. Exceptional Teachers and Staff: Our teachers, paraprofessionals, support staff, coaches, and administrators display tremendous dedication every day. We are thankful for their commitment to academic excellence, student growth, and building positive relationships.
3. Transformational Grant Awards: We celebrate an outstanding year of competitive grant success, including: Stronger Connections Grant – $372,000 (Year 2), DAF STEM Grant – $20,000, Northrop Grumman Drone Grant – $15,000, MOQPK Early Childhood Funding – $90,000. These funds strengthen instruction, enhance safety, expand STEM learning, and increase student supports.
4. A Supportive and Proud Community: Our families, alumni, businesses, and community partners continue to show pride in and support for our schools. Their involvement helps create a welcoming, connected, and student-centered environment.
5. Student Achievement and Hard Work: We are thankful for students who work hard, demonstrate character, and participate fully in academics, activities, and athletics. Their energy and Bulldog spirit drive everything we do.
6. Expanding Student Opportunities: This year we celebrate the growth of exciting programs, including: Expansion of STEM curriculum and drone programming and strengthened early childhood options through MOQPK. These opportunities broaden students’ experiences and open new pathways for their futures.
7. Strong Leadership and Vision: We appreciate the steady guidance of our Board of Education and district leadership. Through CSIP redevelopment, facilities planning, and financial stewardship, they continue to shape a strong and forward-thinking district.
8. Safe & Welcoming Schools: We are grateful for continued improvements in school safety and campus security, including: Enhanced emergency planning and response readiness, School Resource Officer (SRO) partnerships with the City of Leeton and the Johnson County Sheriff’s Department. These efforts reinforce our commitment to maintaining safe, supportive learning environments for all students.
9. Financial Stability: We are thankful for a strong 40% reserve balance and responsible fiscal management that safeguard programs, protect staff, and allow for thoughtful long-term planning.
10. The Leeton R-X Spirit of Community and Resilience: Most of all, we are thankful for the unwavering belief that every student matters and every student can succeed. The resilience, unity, and heart of the Leeton R-X community continue to make our district a place where great things happen every day.
Dear Leeton Parents and Students,
As we usher in the New Year and anticipate the onset of colder weather, it becomes imperative to address the possibility of snowfall in our weather forecast. Annually, one of the superintendent's challenging responsibilities is determining whether to cancel school for the day, dismiss school early, implementing an alternate methods of instruction day (AMI), or uphold regular schedules in the face of inclement weather or other factors affecting student safety. This decision, although informed by various considerations, ultimately relies on a subjective judgment call.
Upon reaching a decision, the Leeton School District will disseminate a broadcast to parents and guardians in our Infinite Campus SIS system. This communication will complement announcements on television news stations, radio, our website, and social media platforms. Whenever feasible, decisions will be finalized before 10:00 p.m. the night before or by 5:15 a.m. on the day of a no-school occurrence. We trust these timeframes will provide you with timely information while accommodating your schedules as much as possible. In the event you do not receive a text/call or notification, we recommend checking alternative channels, as phone service reliability may vary.
In instances of early school dismissal, notifications via call/text and social media will be promptly issued to afford you maximum time for planning. As with no-school days, parents/guardians are responsible for making necessary arrangements in response to changes in the schedule.
Should you, as a parent, deem it unsafe for your child(ren) to attend school during inclement weather, rest assured that the decision remains within your purview, and the school district will respect it. However, all absences will be recorded, with only verified weather-related absences (resulting from canceled bus routes) deemed "excused." The determination of whether an absence is excused or unexcused will be made by the building principal.
Students who typically rely on bus transportation are urged to continue doing so during adverse weather conditions, as it remains one of the safest modes of travel to and from school. Similarly, if you personally transport your child to and from school, maintaining this routine will contribute to the day's normal operation, to the extent possible.
For any inquiries or concerns, please feel free to reach out to your child’s principal or myself. We welcome the opportunity to discuss this inclement weather plan with you and appreciate your ongoing partnership.
Thank you for your understanding and cooperation.
Dr. Adam Easterwood
Superintendent of Schools
Leeton R-X School District
It’s officially that special time of year! Our library’s Angel Tree is now up and ready for patrons who wish to spread a little extra joy this holiday season.
Stop by, choose an angel, and help make a local child’s Christmas a little brighter. 💛
Thank you for supporting our community and sharing the spirit of giving!
📍 Located in the library
🎁 Unwrapped Gifts due back by: December 8
SCHOOL BOARD MEMBER FILING
The Leeton R-X School District encourages qualified persons interested in running for a position on the School Board to file to be a candidate in the April 7, 2026 election. Interested persons may file at the Superintendent’s office (Central Office) located at 500 North Main, Leeton, MO 64761. For more information, contact Dr. Adam Easterwood, Superintendent, at (660) 653-2301.
There are three positions available: three-year terms.
Filing will begin on December 9, 2025, at 8:00 a.m. and will end on December 30, 2025, at 5:00 p.m.
Filing will take place during normal Central Office business hours 8:00a.m. – 3:30 p.m. M-F
(**Except for closed dates listed below: Office hours during Christmas Break are 8:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m. December 22 nd –December 30th.)
Last Day of Candidate Filing: Filing will end on Tuesday, December 30, 2025. *Central office will be open from 9:00 a.m.to 5:00 p.m.
Filing will not occur on days the school district’s central office is closed due to inclement weather, holiday, or in the event of a closure due to exceptional circumstances. Ballot placement will be first in-first on.
**District’s Central office will be closed:
Wednesday, December 24, 2025
Thursday, December 25, 2025
Friday, December 26, 2025
Board Member Qualifications (G-250-P)
Board members must:
1. Be citizens of the United States;
2. Be a resident taxpayer of the District;
3. Have resided within the District for the one year immediately preceding their election;
4. Be at least 24 years of age;
5. Not be delinquent in state income, or personal property tax or real property on their residence. If the Board member is a corporate officer of a fee office, that office can’t be delinquent on any state tax;
6. Not have been found guilty of or pled guilty to a felony under the federal laws of the United States of America, to a felony under Missouri law, or to an offense committed in another state which would be considered a felony in Missouri;
7. Not be a registered sex offender; and
8. Be in compliance with all Missouri Ethics Commission requirements.
