Macks Creek R-V School District

XC summer workout will be again this Wednesday from 9-11am. Don’t forget your water bottles! If you are interested in being a part of XC team next year and in grades 7-12, this is your opportunity to try it out at a beginners level! Please share with anyone who is interested.

Summer is here and the Macks Creek Pirates Sideline Store is offering 15% off all orders over $60 (promocode JUNE20). Hundreds of options are available and most are customizable. Orders are shipped directly to your door. To shop now please visit: http://sideline.bsnsports.com/schools/missouri/mackscreek/macks-creek-r-5-high-school #MCPirates

MACKS CREEK CLASS OF 2020 SPOTLIGHT Today’s spotlight is on senior Cole Register. Cole has attended Macks Creek since 4th grade. He loves to play sports, hang out with friends, and go fishing. Cole played basketball, baseball, and participated in track during his time at Macks Creek. After high school, Cole plans to make a good living working on the road and traveling the country. Congratulations, Cole! #MCPirates

CONGRATULATIONS KAIEDON!!! TODAY IS YOUR DAY!!! Kaiedon Bentch graduated from Macks Creek High School in December of this school year in order for him to join the United States Marines as soon as possible. He entered camp MCRD Marine Corps Recruit Depot San Diego on February 24th to serve his country. Kaiedon reported to his mother on Mother’s Day that he was officially a Marine after completing the “Crucible.” According to Kaiedon’s mother, “he’s wanted to be a Marine since 3rd grade and has never wavered from that goal.” Additionally, his mother added, “I am so proud of him!” Kaiedon, we are all PROUD of you sir! Thank you for your service and sacrifice for our FREEDOM! We are forever grateful to you and all of the men and women who currently serve or have served this GREAT NATION! The links below are for videos with Kaiedon’s Company throughout. Please enjoy and support our Marine from Macks Creek R-V on his GRADUATION DAY! #MCPirates Kilo Company 3rd Recruit Training Battalion Graduation Program (Kaiedon’s Platoon 3222) https://bit.ly/2TvxTLM Kilo Company Introduction Video https://bit.ly/2XpfUrm Motivational Run Video https://bit.ly/3cWyc9U Kilo Company Graduation Link https://bit.ly/2XpoN4a

The Macks Creek R-V School District will miss two long time teachers this fall when school resumes. Ms. Kendra Purtle and Mrs. Barb Whitworth are retiring after a long stint with the Macks Creek R-V School District. Ms. Purtle has been a teacher in the district for 26 years, spending her entire career with Macks Creek R-V. She has taught a variety of courses related to English Language Arts over the years. In addition to teaching in the classroom, Ms. Purtle has served as a sponsor in many different capacities. We asked the faculty and staff to share some memorable moments from working with her throughout the years. A common theme throughout the memories with Ms. Purtle is the care she had for her colleagues and students. One memorable moment explained the many “life talks” with Ms. Purtle as a student at Macks Creek. Many staff and faculty members shared that they will miss her next year because she is a “great person and teacher.” Another memory shared was from Ms. Purtle’s time teaching drama and the patience she displayed with her actors/actresses (adults). Last year Ms. Purtle and another faculty member were sponsors for the senior class. The faculty member shared that Ms. Purtle was very concerned about their willingness to use personal proof of insurance for a day of golf cart rentals. Specifically, Ms. Purtle made the comment “are you sure you want to do that?” with the most concerned look on her face “just in case we were going to let the students drive.” A former student of Ms. Purtle’s and now a colleague, wrote, “I loved being in your class. You were and are someone that I have always looked up to as a role model. This year I was lucky to have called you a colleague.” A faculty member recalled that she met Ms. Purtle prior to the school year starting and “the rest is history.” Ms. Purtle has been a great co-worker, mentor, and friend. A fond memory of Ms. Purtle during a professional development day made everyone laugh. The question presented was “What is something you have never done before that you are looking forward to doing this year?” When it was Ms. Purtle’s turn to answer she replied, “RETIRE!” Well, Ms. Purtle, know that you will be missed by many colleagues from Macks Creek R-V and everyone wishes you good luck and success with your future endeavors. Mrs. Whitworth has been a teacher in the district for 20 years and fortunately for Macks Creek R-V, spent her entire career with the same school. She has taught Spanish and speech during her time in the district. Mrs. Whitworth served as the senior sponsor for many years garnering the nickname the “Senior Trip General.” We asked the faculty and staff to share their memories of Mrs. Whitworth with us to honor the time she has served in the district. A common theme throughout the comments relates to being on her “S-list” and her parking space. Many faculty members learned early on in their time at Macks Creek that Mrs. Whitworth did not tolerate people parking in her parking spot. One colleague shared that many of days during their time with Mrs. Whitworth were spent on the “S-list.” A former student and current colleague, shared a memory of making piñatas in Spanish class as favorite times. Another colleague recalled that Mrs. Whitworth is a pleasure to be around, unless you were on her team, then she was even more pleasant to be around. If you are on her team, you can expect that she will push you and “motivate” you to do better. Mrs. Whitworth’s demeanor always seemed calm and happy when working with her students. Students were lucky to have Mrs. Whitworth as their teacher for many years. In Mrs. Whitworth’s class you could expect for her to share advice, give you a lecture, but overall she has a heart of gold and cares for all of her students. During one former student’s time in her class, she grew to love Mrs. Whitworth and looked up to her as a mentor. Many faculty members shared that they will miss Mrs. Whitworth’s kindness and infectious smile next year. Good luck on your future endeavors. We are very thankful for the time both ladies have served the students of the Macks Creek R-V School District. We wish you both a blessed retirement! #MCPirates

Under the Families First Coronavirus Response Act of 2020, families that qualify for free or reduced price meals at school may be eligible for a new one-time Pandemic Electronic Benefits Transfer (P-EBT) of up to $302 per child (Pre-Kindergarten – Grade 12) to help cover the cost of meals students have eaten at home on days that schools have been closed. Students can receive P-EBT benefits even if they have been or continue to receive meals provided by the school district during the school closure. If your child was not previously eligible for free or reduced price meals, but you have now lost income, you may be eligible to receive P-EBT benefits. Please read the full news story on our website with links to the criteria, the application and eligibilty requirments. To learn more please visit: https://www.mcreek.k12.mo.us/article/250046?org=macks-creek-rv-school-district #MCPirates

Good morning Pirate family! Once again, our students have a great opportunity to attend summer school at Skyline this year. Summer school will run from June 15th until July 10th. Attending summer school is not required, but it is a wonderful way to help your student for next school year. For more information, please click on one of the links below for a form. Elementary (K-5): https://go.aws/3bNdwQt Middle/High School (6-12): https://go.aws/3e1eUjQ Additional copies are located in each school's office and available from 9:00 am - 3:00 pm this week. If you have any questions or concerns, please contact the elementary or high school by Friday. Have a great day! Macks Creek R-V

Good afternoon Pirate family! This school year has been "one for the books," yearbook that is! You can purchase a yearbook by either clicking on link below or copying and pasting it to your internet browser. Yearbooks are on sale until Wednesday (May 20th) this week. If you have problems with the website, please contact Mr. Allen at jallen@mackscreekpirates.org or call the high school office between 9:00 am - 3:00 pm. Elementary School ($12) - https://bit.ly/2yaAvqO High School ($25) - https://bit.ly/2WFDmBu This year will be one we will all remember. Thank you for your continued support for our district. Macks Creek R-V

Macks Creek Class of 2020! Today, we celebrate as your "official" graduation day and honor you with this gift from the faculty and staff at Macks Creek R-V. https://youtu.be/CQcNrejqfic

Anyone who previously purchased Krispy Kreme Donuts from the FBLA may pick them up between 9-11 tomorrow. Thank you! #MCPirates

Good evening! This message is from Macks Creek School. Reminder: Tomorrow is the last time we will provide breakfast and lunch for students this school year. Sufficient food will be passed out to feed students for one more week. If you are able to pick up, or make arrangements for someone else on your behalf, please do so between 9-11 AM. All library books, text books, student work packets, Chromebooks and athletic uniforms are also due tomorrow. Items may be dropped off from 9-11 AM. Thank you for returning all of these things! We look forward to seeing everyone tomorrow. Have a great evening! #MCPirates

Please complete your 2020 Census today! Camden County currently has a 29.7% response rate as compared to almost 60% in the rest of Missouri. By not having an accurate count, we will receive less funds to support programs and services like Supplemental Nutrition Assistance, Medicaid, health clinics, education and much more. You may respond from your smartphone, tablet, or computer at http://2020census.gov. #MCPirates

HAPPY NURSE APPRECIATION DAY! We are so grateful for our school nurse, Mrs. Teresa Willerton. Nurse Willerton has been in the health care field for 34 years. She has been a nurse for 9 of those years and the last six at Macks Creek R-V. When Mrs. Willerton is not at school you can find her wrapped up in good book, knitting, or baking at home. She loves lemonade especially a cherry lime-aide from Sonic. Please join us in letting her know how much we APPRECIATE her for all she does for our students and staff at Macks Creek R-V. #Thankyounurse #Nurseappreciationday #Youarethebest #MCPirates

For a look at what happened at the most recent meeting of the Macks Creek Board of Education, please use the following link: https://www.mcreek.k12.mo.us/superintendent-s-corner--2 #MCPirates. Thank you! #MCPirates

The Macks Creek Pirates Sideline Store is offering 20% off all orders over $75 for the month of May. Please use promocode MAY20 at checkout. Remember, hundreds of options are available and most apparel is fully customizable. Also, all orders are shipped directly to your door. To shop now visit: http://sideline.bsnsports.com/schools/missouri/mackscreek/macks-creek-r-5-high-school #MCPirates

Camden County COVID-19 Assistance Helpline: 573-346-6145 (8:30 – 4:30 Monday - Friday). Services: Food & pharmaceutical deliveries. With just one phone call, get quick and efficient help with grocery/food pantry delivery, pharmaceutical delivery (no narcotics) and other critical direct services. We are in this together, and we will get through this together. #MCPirates

Pirate Family: In light of restrictions regarding large group gatherings and data gleaned from surveys regarding preference, the decision has been made to postpone the Class of 2020 Graduation Ceremony to June 30th. It is our hope to provide the Senior Class with as traditional of a ceremony as possible to celebrate and honor their accomplishments. More details about the ceremony will be shared later. Thank you everyone for your support of our Senior Class and all Macks Creek students during this time. As always, “It is a great day to be a PIRATE!” #MCPirates

We are passing out food this morning here at Macks Creek School. Thank you for picking up your child's food. We will be passing out food today until 11 AM. Thank you! #MCPirates

Good evening! This message is to remind you about the drive-thru meal pick up tomorrow at school from 9:00 am - 11:00 am. In conjunction with meal pick up, Macks Creek FFA will also be having their annual plant sale located by the Ag Building tomorrow and Saturday (9:00 am -11:00 am). In order to follow social distancing guidelines, we ask that during all drive-thru activities please stay in your vehicle and someone will help you. Thank you for your support. #MCPirates

Census 2020 Reminder: Please take a few moments to complete the census if you haven't already. Please watch this short video to learn more: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9GrsEbW6vxo Thank you! #MCPirates