Upcoming Events 12/5-12/13
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High School Boys Warsaw Tournament
Last chance to be a blessing to someone for Christmas!! Come by the library to pick up an angel from the angel tree!
5th Grade Families!
We’d love for you to join us next Wednesday, December 10th at 1:30 PM in the Willcockson Gym, we celebrate our students at their DARE Graduation. We can't wait to recognize their hard work.
Junior High basketball update
Upcoming PTO meeting 12/4 @5:00
If you bought a t-shirts be on the lookout!
This week in Leeton Athletics
BASKETBALL 12/2/2026
Jr High @ Higginsville
Varsity @ Warsaw Tournament
Jr High @ Higginsville
Varsity @ Warsaw Tournament
Due to road conditions, Leeton R-X School District and the Leeton Early Childhood Center will be closed, tomorrow, Tuesday, December 2nd.
Update: Boys and Girls Club will not be in session today (12/1/25) due to road conditions. Monday club will release at it's normal 2:00 pm time.
JH Boys/ Girls at Crest Ridge and Varsity Girls at Warsaw Tournament basketball games for tonight (12/1/25) have been postponed due to weather conditions.
Due to inclement weather and worsening road conditions, Leeton R-X will not be attending WACC today, 12-1-25. Monday Club will be in until 2:00 pm and Boy's and Girl's Club will follow as scheduled. Early Childhood Center will be normal hours, as well. We will release me information about sports tonight as it becomes available.
1st grade got to make pumpkin pie before Thanksgiving break! Some were big fans, and some… well, they’re still deciding.
What about you—pumpkin pie: yay or nay?
The countdown to December is on—and so are our 12 Days of Christmas!
Take a look at the calendar to see all the holiday fun heading your way!
Basketball has a busy week this week. High School will be playing in the Warsaw Tournament. The bracket is pinned above. Junior high has three games of their own.
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
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
First grade has been busy learning how to work together, build social skills, and understand the rules and laws that help us in our community.
We had such a wonderful Thanksgiving feast today! We’re grateful for our friends, families, and amazing school community. Huge thanks to everyone who helped make the day special. Wishing everyone in Leeton a happy Thanksgiving! 🦃❤️
Top 10 Gratitude List: Leeton R-X School District
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.
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.
The Leeton Yearbook Team covered our author visit this morning at Leeton Elementary. Props to Madeline Keary for the detailed media coverage!
