LICKING R-VIII SCHOOL DISTRICT - Home of the Wildcats

🧐7th graders made ice cream in a bag. A tasty way to experience phase changes in the states of matter. ⭐

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This week, the Area 13 FFA Fall Public Speaking Contest was hosted by West Plains.
Students in grades 9–12 prepared and presented 6–8-minute speeches on a variety of agricultural topics.

Licking FFA was proudly represented by freshman Avery Buckner, who competed in the Missouri Teach Ag category. This year’s topic focused on the challenges agricultural educators face in maintaining a healthy work-life balance. Contestants were required to interview a current or retired ag teacher and incorporate insights from that interview into their speech.

Public speaking is a challenge for many, but Avery stepped up and took on something difficult and intimidating—and we couldn’t be prouder of her! She’s already looking forward to participating in next year’s Fall Speech Contest.

👟Cross Country traveled to Plato last night for the Frisco League meet and took 2nd place. We missed the championship by just a few points but we are still so proud of how well these kids ran. In the top 15, Tyrone Merdian placed 5th, Caleb Barker placed 8th, and Dawsynn Moore placed 12th.🖤🧡

🌟Congratulations to our Junior High Students who received Perfect Attendance for 1st Quarter! 🎉

Back row left to right: Bobbie Liveoak, Kaleb Elliott, Brently Cullen, Mathew Morgan, Matthew Lampkins, Lane Capowski, Brayden Emerson, and Logan Sullins

Front row left to right: Hadley Pounds, Sofie Hutsell, Kinlee Little, Madison Lewis, and Lilli Martin

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🥳 The Scholastic Book Fair is here! 🟠 When? October 20th–23rd ⚫️ Where? Licking Elementary Library 🟠 Students can shop at the Book Fair during the school day on Monday through Thursday, October 20th-23rd. ⚫️ Students and families can shop at the Book Fair during Parent Teacher Conferences on Tuesday, October 21st and Thursday, October 23rd from 4:00-7:00 p.m. 🟠 Four ways to pay! Cash, card, check payable to Licking Elementary, or eWallet. ⚫️ Visit our Book Fair homepage to learn more and preview books: https://www.scholastic.com/bf/lickingelementaryschool 🧡🖤📚

Students in Mrs. Macon's Human Body Systems class demonstrate applying kinesiology tape for lymphatic drainage and ligament support. #wechooselearning

The Wildcat JH B Team had an exciting Frisco League tournament run! They started strong with a win over Stoutland in the first round, followed by another victory against Laquey on Thursday night. The Wildcats advanced to the Championship game tonight against Iberia, where they battled hard but came up short, finishing 2nd place in the tournament! 👏 Great job, Wildcats!!🏀🏀 #wildcatpride

🏀The JH Wildcat A Team wrapped up the Frisco League tournament play this week with great energy and teamwork! They opened with a solid win over Stoutland in the first round, then faced tough competition against Iberia on Wednesday. The Wildcats battled Laquey for 3rd place tonight but came up short. Proud of their effort and fight throughout the tournament — great job, Wildcats! #wildcatpride

🥳 Get ready! The Scholastic Book Fair is coming our way. YAY! 🟠 When? October 20th–23rd ⚫️ Where? Licking Elementary Library 🟠 Students can shop at the Book Fair during the school day on Monday through Thursday, October 20th-23rd. ⚫️ Students and families can shop at the Book Fair during Parent Teacher Conferences on Tuesday, October 21st and Thursday, October 23rd from 4:00-7:00 p.m. 🟠 Four ways to pay! Cash, card, check payable to Licking Elementary, or eWallet. ⚫️ Visit our Book Fair homepage to learn more and preview books: https://www.scholastic.com/bf/lickingelementaryschool 🧡🖤📚

👟The Licking Cross Country team ran strong at their home meet last week at Deer Lick Park! 🏅We’re proud of our runners—way to represent, Wildcats! #strivingforexcellence⭐️ #WildcatPride🧡🖤

🎓 LHS Graduation Date Change🎓
The Licking High School Class of 2026 Commencement will now take place on Friday, May 8, 2026, at 6:30 p.m. The 2025-2026 school calendar will be updated to reflect this change.

🎓 LHS Class of 2026 Graduation
📅 New Date: Friday, May 8, 2026
🕕 Time: 6:30 p.m.
📍 Location: Sherman Hill Field House

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The Lady Cats took the court for their final home game of the season tonight, battling against the Rolla Lady Bulldogs but falling in a 3-set match. 🏐🖤🧡 The girls left it all on the court and are now shifting their focus to the District Semifinal matchup in Dixon next Thursday, October 23, at 5:00 p.m. Let’s pack the stands and cheer them on as they make their postseason run! 🐾🔥

Tonight we celebrated our Licking Lady Cat Volleyball seniors! 🏐🧡🖤 These amazing young women have led with heart, hustle, and pride — leaving a lasting impact on the program and inspiring the younger players who look up to them. Thank you, seniors, for your dedication, leadership, and love for the game. Once a Lady Cat, always a Lady Cat! 🐾💫

Tonight we recognized our Licking Lady Cat 7th and 8th Grade Volleyball teams! 🏐🧡🖤 These athletes have shown tremendous growth, teamwork, and Wildcat spirit throughout the season. Their hard work and dedication make us proud to be Wildcats! Congratulations, JH Lady Cats, on a great season! 🐾💪

The Licking JV Lady Cats battled hard tonight against the Rolla Lady Bulldogs, falling just short in two close sets. The girls showed great determination and fought for every point — proud of their effort and heart on the court! 🧡🖤🐾🏐

👟These boys crushed it today at the Dixon Invitational, all finishing top 20. Tyrone Merdian- 7th Caleb Barker- 9th Ethan Stout- 19th Dawsynn Moore- 20th So proud of all of our Wildcat Runners!🖤🧡

Yesterday, Ag Science 1 students finished their FFA Knowledge Unit with exploring different Career Development Events (CDE) also known as contests in the springtime. We have done Mini CDEs of Ag Mech, Agronomy, Dairy Foods, Floriculture, Forestry, Nursery/Landscape, and Poultry.

Students were able to get hands-on experience with the by participating in the Boneless Products Judging part of the Poultry CDE.

🏐🏐The Ladycats traveled to Eldon where they finished 2nd in pool play, then lost to Fulton in bracket play. Come out on Tuesday night @ 5 pm as we will honor 4 seniors on Senior night. #wildcatpride

🧡🏐 The JH Lady Cats sweep the JH VOLLEYBALL Tri tournament today at home! With 7th and 8th grade beating Houston and Winona in 2 sets each. Excellence and integrity on display!! ⭐️ #wildcatpride #steivingforexcellence