We want to welcome Mrs. Kayla Horton to the Trenton R-9 School District! Mrs. Horton will be teaching special education at Rissler Elementary School. Who or what inspired you to become a teacher? “Many teachers throughout the course of my life have inspired me.” Tell us about your path to a career in education: “I graduated from NCMC and Graceland University. I was a paraprofessional for the last two years at Rissler.” What are you the most excited about or looking forward to this year? “I am excited to get to know my students and the other teachers.”
over 2 years ago, Dr. Jill Watkins
Teacher Spotlight
We want to welcome Miss Megan Lynch to the Trenton R-9 School District! Miss Lynch will be teaching first grade at Rissler Elementary School. Who or what inspired you to become a teacher? “I have always wanted to be a teacher ever since I was younger. Once I got into high school, Ms. Amy Currie inspired me to become a teacher. She is caring and compassionate. She shows love to all her students, and that’s how I want to be.” Tell us about your path to a career in education: “I completed my Associate of Arts in Elementary Education at NCMC, transferred to Northwest Missouri State University for a year and decided to move home to be closer to family. I earned my Bachelor of Science in Elementary Education over the summer. For the last year and a half, I was a paraprofessional in preschool with Mrs. Cara Leininger.” What are you the most excited about or looking forward to this year? “I am excited to meet my students this year and work with my awesome first grade team!”
over 2 years ago, Dr. Jill Watkins
Teacher Spotlight
We want to welcome Mrs. Alexandria (Lexie) Neighbors to the Trenton R-9 School District! Mrs. Neighbors will be teaching first grade at Rissler Elementary School. Who or what inspired you to become a teacher? “I grew up in a supportive community with a great elementary school. The teachers taught us kindness and how to include anyone and everyone.” Tell us about your path to a career in education: “My college background is in family counseling, but I continued to work in the education field. I was a paraprofessional and then taught preschool for two and a half years. I then decided to get my teaching certification after continued encouragement from friends and family.” What are you the most excited about or looking forward to this year? “I am most excited to start my career in teaching and meet new kids and establish a classroom community!”
over 2 years ago, Dr. Jill Watkins
Teacher Spotlight
📚School is one week away!! ONLINE REGISTRATION is open via Parent Portal for RETURNING students. NEW students or parents w/o a Parent Portal can enroll at the building offices Wed.-Fri. from 8:00-3:00. https://sdm.sisk12.com/TN360x3/login
over 2 years ago, Kris Ockenfels
8/16
We want to welcome Ms. Brianna Biegel to the Trenton R-9 School District! Ms. Biegel will be teaching kindergarten at Rissler Elementary School. Who or what inspired you to become a teacher? "I have always wanted to be a teacher. I helped in a kindergarten classroom in high school, and I loved it! It made me want to work with little kids." Tell us about your path to a career in education: "I graduated from Northwest Missouri State University this spring with a bachelor's degree in early childhood education. I also worked with a K-2 after-school program while obtaining my degree." What are you the most excited about or looking forward to this year? "I am excited about forming relationships with the kids!"
over 2 years ago, Dr. Jill Watkins
Teacher Spotlight
Please use the link to see the Trenton R-IX Covid-19 protocol summary for the upcoming 21-22 school year. https://5il.co/x02j Full 21-22 Return to School Plan here: https://5il.co/wprn
over 2 years ago, Kris Ockenfels
8/11
📢 Trenton R-IX ONLINE REGISTRATION for the upcoming school year is open via Parent Portal for RETURNING students. NEW students or parents w/o a Parent Portal can enroll at the building offices starting on Wednesday, Aug. 11. https://sdm.sisk12.com/TN360x3/login
over 2 years ago, Kris Ockenfels
8/2
📢 Trenton R-IX ONLINE REGISTRATION for the upcoming school year is now open via Parent Portal for RETURNING students. NEW students or parents w/o a Parent Portal can enroll at the building offices starting on Wednesday, Aug. 11. https://sdm.sisk12.com/TN360x3/login
over 2 years ago, Kris Ockenfels
7/29
Rissler Elementary and Middle School Supply Lists https://5il.co/87gx
over 2 years ago, Kris Ockenfels
7/26
📢 Any remaining items from the auction will be available for FREE pick-up at the former ITCO building on 17th street TODAY (7/2) from 8am-11am only. You must haul immediately, no holds.
almost 3 years ago, Kris Ockenfels
7/2
R9 School Auction Today at 1:00!! Former ITCO building on 17th street. Lots of items, school surplus, mechanical, furniture, and more.
almost 3 years ago, Kris Ockenfels
📢Trenton R-IX School Auction tomorrow, JUNE 30th at 1:00. Location: Former ITCO Building (17th St.) Items: School Furniture, Bookshelves, Welders, Tools, Woodworking Tables, Much More Misc.
almost 3 years ago, Kris Ockenfels
6/29
📙 🎽✏️Parents can pick up any student belongings left during Summer School today or Monday between the hours of 8:00-3:00. If you have any questions please call the Rissler office.
almost 3 years ago, Kris Ockenfels
6/25
📢Today (Thursday 6/24) will be the last in-person day for summer school, due to high numbers of quarantines and rising COVID cases in the county. Students will be sent home choice boards to use for attendance purposes. Please return those choice boards with parent signature to the office by 3:30 Monday 6/28. No choice boards will be accepted after Monday. If you have any questions please call S.M. Rissler office.
almost 3 years ago, Kris Ockenfels
6/24
📢Trenton R-IX School Auction on JUNE 30th at 1:00. Location: Former ITCO Building (17th St.) Items: School Furniture, Bookshelves, Welders, Tools, Woodworking Tables, Much More Misc.
almost 3 years ago, Kris Ockenfels
6/23
📢Trenton R-IX School Auction on JUNE 30th at 1:00. Location: Former ITCO Building (17th St.) Items: School Furniture, Bookshelves, Welders, Tools, Woodworking Tables, Much More Misc.
almost 3 years ago, Kris Ockenfels
6/30
☀️Summer School Spirit Fridays sponsored by the Bulldog Mascots: 😎June 11 Shades Day 🎽June 18 Favorite Sports Team Day ⚫️June 25 Black Out Day
almost 3 years ago, Kris Ockenfels
6/7
☀️ Summer School Parents / Students, please remember pack a water bottle for use with the bottle fillers around the building at Rissler!
almost 3 years ago, Kris Ockenfels
5/26
‼️Summer School Parents/Guardians: 📙 Students who are quarantined by the Grundy County Health Department can come pick up student choice boards to get counted for attendance during summer school. These papers can be picked up at the Rissler Office
almost 3 years ago, Kris Ockenfels
5/25
☀️Summer School begins Wednesday, May 26th at Rissler Elementary! That means free meals for all those students enrolled, PLUS free meals for any child 18 and under. Breakfast begins at 7:30, with Lunch starting at 10:45
almost 3 years ago, Kris Ockenfels
5/24