The local hospital and dental offices teamed up to offer a free dental screening at schools in Perryville

Community partners help ensure students’ vision, dental health  

October 11, 2024
Community organizations have joined forces to help Perry County School District 32 promote students’ vision and dental health. Perryville Lions Club provided a free vision scr...
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Gifted Education at District 32

Gifted Education in the spotlight at Board Meeting

October 9, 2024
Perry County School District 32's board members viewed this video spotlight on gifted education at the Oct. 9, 2024 board meeting. The extended version can be viewed below. ...
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Our October #TeacherProudTuesday shout-out goes to Ms. Phoebe Pohlman, who teaches Gifted Education for Grades 1-5 at Perryville Primary and Elementary Schools. Her nomination says that “Ms. Pohlman has made it a priority of the program to teach students about what it means to be gifted, including teaching them about gifted overexcitability, which she and her students call ‘superpowers,’ or ways people who are gifted experience and exhibit intense psychomotor, sensual, emotional, intellectual and imaginational behaviors. This helps her students better understand themselves and their reactions to the people and the world around them, which might be different from the ways others around them experience and react; this equips them to be able to better understand themselves and navigate life in healthy ways outside of her classroom as they grow. In addition to impacting her students’ lives, Ms. Pohlman works to educate other educators about giftedness, giving presentations to faculty and staff during professional development meetings. She also contributes professionally to the field of gifted education outside of the district through publishing in education trade journals and presenting at conferences. Ms. Pohlman sees each of her students for who they are as individuals — their strengths and weaknesses — and seeks to challenge each of them to grow not only intellectually, but also as people inside and outside of the classroom. She loves to have fun with her students, and they love to have fun while learning with her, too.” You can nominate a #D32 teacher to be featured in an upcoming #TeacherProudTuesday by completing the form at https://forms.gle/VnGkeay5GPRptLEfA. #D32 #piratepride

October #TeacherProudTuesday honor goes to Phoebe Pohlman

October 8, 2024
Our October #TeacherProudTuesday shout-out goes to Ms. Phoebe Pohlman, who teaches Gifted Education for Grades 1-5 at Perryville Primary and Elementary Schools. Her nomination say...
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Project Hope is hosting a free service day for everyone from 10 am – 2 pm Friday, Oct. 11 at the Shawnee Park Center at 835 South West End Boulevard in Cape Girardeau. Services provided will include flu vaccinations; preventative mammograms and breast exams; access to birth certificates, driver’s licenses and Social Security cards; legal assistance; housing, education, and employment resources; medial and vision assessments; free hygiene kits; free groceries; free pet services and treats. More than 50 different services will be available at no cost. Free child care will be provided by Kid’s Zone. For

Free services in Cape on Oct. 11 , offered by Project Hope

September 27, 2024
Project Hope is hosting a free service day for everyone from 10 am – 2 pm Friday, Oct. 11 at the Shawnee Park Center at 835 South West End Boulevard in Cape Girardeau. Services p...
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Kindergarteners conduct apple experiments

Kindergarteners conduct apple experiments

September 27, 2024
Scroll down to see more photos Kindergarteners in Ms. Ashley Sieker’s class at Perryville Primary School recently kicked of the fall season with a lesson on apples. Ms. Sieker di...
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Students work in learning centers in Mrs. Schremp's classroom

The Power of Learning Centers in Mrs. Schremp’s Class

September 11, 2024
In Mrs. Brittany Schremp’s classroom, one of our main goals is to ensure that each child gets the support they need to succeed. One of the best ways we do this is through the u...
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Photo of Alyse Simmons, Grade 5 English Teacher at PES with the words "Teacher Proud Tuesday"

Alyse Simmons is September #TeacherProudTuesday highlight

September 10, 2024
Our September #TeacherProudTuesday shout-out goes to Ms. Alyse Simmons, who teaches fifth-grade English at Perryville Elementary School. Her nomination says that, “Ms. Simmons wor...
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If your family receives Free/Reduced School Meals, apply now for $120 per child SuN Bucks benefit

If your family receives Free/Reduced School Meals, apply now for $120 per child SuN Bucks benefit

August 27, 2024
Missouri has finally been approved to administer Summer EBT 2024, the SuN Bucks program. Families must submit their application by AUGUST 31, 2024 to receive the retroactive p...
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We are asking for feedback about this year’s Back-To-School Open Houses held at each of our schools. If you have students in multiple buildings, we ask that you complete a survey for each building where you attended Open House. There are 8 questions, which are estimated to take about 4 minutes to complete. We will use your feedback to help us plan future Open House events at Perry County School District 32. The links to the surveys are in the body of the article.

Take the Open House survey for your child's school by Aug. 30

August 26, 2024
Dear Parent/Guardian, We are asking for feedback about this year’s Back-To-School Open Houses held at each of our schools. If you have students in multiple buildings, we ask th...
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Photo of a student and Dr. Versemann on the first day of school

First day of school is off to a great start!

August 21, 2024
Students and staff enjoyed beautiful weather for the first day of the 2024-25 school year on Aug. 21. Below are some photos from the morning.
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Cynthia Mungle, who will teach family and consumer sciences at Perryville High School is escorted down the “Green Carpet” by Principal Shadrick Shafer.

District 32 welcomes new teachers

August 12, 2024
Photo: Cynthia Mungle, who will teach family and consumer sciences at Perryville High School is escorted down the “Green Carpet” by Principal Shadrick Shafer. Perry County School...
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Harris returns to District 32 as Primary Center assistant principal Abbey Harris has returned to Perry County School District 32 as the new assistant principal at Perryville Primary Center. She joins Principal Emily Koenig to lead the building of 450 students and 70 staff members. She moves into the position vacated by Lacey Amschler, who returns to the classroom as a fourth-grade teacher at Perryville Elementary School. Ms. Harris earned a bachelor of science degree in education with an emphasis in English from Missouri State University, and master’s degree in educational leadership from William Woods University. Ms. Harris also holds a graduate certificate in gifted education from Missouri State University. Her first teaching job was at Perryville High School, where she taught English from 2015-2018. She also coached the PHS Cheer Team. “From the first moment, this school district felt like my home,” she said. “I just fell in love with the school and community! I worked with a great department and enjoyed the collaborative environment at PHS. This district is known for its dedication to student success, and in my experience, it is unmatched. The district is centered on student success, not just academically, but also in teaching soft skills and instilling life lessons for success after high school.” Ms. Harris, who is from Farmington, left the district in 2018 to move closer to home while pregnant with twins. She taught at North County from 2018 to 2024. “I taught high school English and coached cheerleading for 3 years, then transitioned into gifted education for grades 2-6. As the gifted program coordinator, I was able to expand the program down to first grade and throughout the high school.” While at North County, Ms. Harris kept her connection to District 32. “I completed a lot of my observation hours in Perryville for my master’s degree,” she said. “My goal has always been to come back to the district when I could. I kept in contact with my colleagues, and attended as many of the athletic and special events that I could. “Perryville is different from other communities,” she said. “It’s unique in that people accept you right away, so you feel like part of the community from Day 1. The small town pride is palpable, but it goes further than that. I was here during the recovery from the 2017 tornado, and I saw just how caring our students, staff, and community are. Everyone worked together to lift one another through that difficult time. That’s what stands out about Perryville – the people support one another in the best of times and the worst of times. I’m so excited to be back and a part of this amazing community!” Ms. Harris said she can’t wait to meet her students and staff members. “I’m ready to form those relationships that allow me to best support students and staff,” she said. “I’m ready to grow with our staff, learn new things, and challenge myself to grow professionally. I already have an amazing relationship with Mrs. Koenig, as she was my direct supervisor at PHS. She has been one of my favorite building leaders to work with over the years. One of her greatest strengths is that she believes in the abilities of her staff and encourages them to believe in themselves by recognizing their own strengths. Mrs. Koenig, relationship amazing, direct supervisor at PHS. One of her biggest strengths is believing in them, and encouraging them to believe in themselves by recognizing their own strengths. I am looking forward to learning from her and helping her encourage the staff and students at PPC.” Ms. Harris and her husband, Caleb, have three children – Avery is 8, and her twins, Briar and Grayson, are 5. “My oldest child grew up in the Old Senior High cheer gym,” she laughed. “She went to every football game, basketball game, and cheer practice from the time she was born until she was two years old. “I’m so excited to reintegrate my family into the community and share our Pirate pride with them!”

Harris returns to District 32 as Primary Center assistant principal

August 12, 2024
Abbey Harris has returned to Perry County School District 32 as the new assistant principal at Perryville Primary Center. She joins Principal Emily Koenig to lead the building of ...
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The D32 Open Houses are set for Wednesday, Aug. 14 and Thursday, Aug. 15, from Noon to 7:30 pm. Families may come at their convenience, with the exception of students entering Grade 9 at Perryville High School, who will attend Freshman Orientation at an assigned time

District 32 Open Houses set for Aug. 14 & 15

August 7, 2024
District 32 schools are offering traditional open houses this fall to allow students and their parents/caregivers to meet teachers, obtain schedules, arrange transportation ...
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Schott certified as School Safety Specialist

August 5, 2024
Safety Director/SRO Garrett Schott has received certification as a School Safety Specialist. Officer Schott attended the recent School Safety Academy hosted by Missouri School Boa...
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Our July #TeacherProudTuesday shout-out goes to Ms. Becky Kemp. Her nomination says, “ Ms. Kemp goes above and beyond to promote math in our building. She organizes our math question of the week, finds time to celebrate math with students, helps teachers find materials and activities to use in their classrooms, and shows patience with her math students. Ms. Kemp is making math a part of everyday conversations both at school and at home. She works hard to communicate with students, staff, and families, especially at the last PES Family Fun Night with Greg Tang. Ms. Kemp has also presented information about our math curriculum at recent PIE meetings and to our school board. Our district is fortunate to have Ms. Kemp as part of our staff.” You can nominate a #D32 teacher for to be featured in an upcoming #TeacherProudTuesday by completing the form at https://forms.gle/VnGkeay5GPRptLEfA. #D32 #piratepride

Becky Kemp is July's #TBT spotlight

July 10, 2024
Our July #TeacherProudTuesday shout-out goes to Ms. Becky Kemp. Her nomination says, “ Ms. Kemp goes above and beyond to promote math in our building. She organizes our math quest...
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Perry County School District 32 will hold its Back-To-School Open Houses on Wednesday, Aug. 14 and Thursday, Aug. 15. The schedule is: Wednesday, Aug. 14 from Noon to 7:30 pm - Perryville Primary Center and Perryville Elementary School Thursday, Aug. 15 from Noon to 7:30 pm - Perry County Middle School, Perryville High School*, and Perryville Area Career & Technology Center * Students entering 9th grade and their parents will attend Freshmen Orientation on Aug. 15. Freshmen with Last Names A-L will attend orientation from 4-6 pm, and freshmen with Last Names M-Z will attend orientation from 6-8 pm. Freshmen and parents can also participate in Open House outside those times. Parents will receive additional details from their students' school buildings.

Back-To-School Open Houses are set for Aug. 14 and 15

July 10, 2024
Perry County School District 32 will hold its Back-To-School Open Houses on Wednesday, Aug. 14 and Thursday, Aug. 15. The schedule is: Wednesday, Aug. 14 from Noon to 7:30 pm ...
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The next Board Open House will be held from 6:00-6:45 pm Wednesday, July 10 at Perryville Elementary School. Board members Melissa Hahn and Rich Dix will be on hand to visit with parents, students, staff, and community members. Visitors will also have the opportunity to meet the new elementary principal, Dr. Amy Dill. A curriculum review will be presented by Chief Academic Officer Jane Narrow in the PES Library beginning at 6 pm. The regular monthly meeting of the Board of Education follows at 7 pm at the Central Office (Old Senior High School). Board meetings are open to the public. You can find board agendas on the District 32 website at https://www.perryville.k12.mo.us/documents/central-office/board-of-education/board-agenda/146259.

Board Open House, Curriculum Review, and Board meeting are July 10

June 28, 2024
The next Board Open House will be held from 6:00-6:45 pm Wednesday, July 10 at Perryville Elementary School. Board members Melissa Hahn and Rich Dix will be on hand to visit with ...
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Immanuel Lutheran Church will host its annual Backpack Bonanza on Saturday, July 27, 2024 from 8:30 am-3:30 pm in the ILS Gym at 452 N. West St. in Perryville. Families of students Grades K-12 who need assistance with providing new backpacks and school supplies, personal hygiene items, haircuts, new shoes, and health checks must reserve an appointment time by calling one of the following numbers: • East Missouri Action Agency at 573-547-2014 • Options For Women at 573-547-3800 • Amy Huber at 573-275-2331

Register now for the Backpack Bonanza 2024

June 12, 2024
Immanuel Lutheran Church will host its annual Backpack Bonanza on Saturday, July 27, 2024 from 8:30 am-3:30 pm in the ILS Gym at 452 N. West St. in Perryville. Families of students...
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June 2024 Brittany Schremp Our June #TeacherProudTuesday shout-out goes to Mrs. Brittany Schremp, who is a first grade teacher at the primary center. Her nomination says, “Mrs. Schremp is a true advocate for her students. She's always there with a helping hand, going the extra mile to support and empower her students. Mrs. Schremp was my mentor for my student teaching. She showed me to have fun with my students and I truly wouldn’t be teaching in this District if it wasn’t for her.” You can nominate a #D32 teacher for to be featured in an upcoming #TeacherProudTuesday by completing the form at https://forms.gle/VnGkeay5GPRptLEfA. #D32 #piratepride

June's #TeacherProudTuesday spotlight on Brittany Schremp

June 11, 2024
June 2024 Brittany Schremp Our June #TeacherProudTuesday shout-out goes to Mrs. Brittany Schremp, who is a first grade teacher at the primary center. Her nomination says, “Mrs....
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A Board of Education Open House will be held before the Board Meeting from 6-6:45 pm at Perryville High School, which is open to the entire community. Board members will be on hand to visit with parents, staff, students, and community members. You will have an opportunity to see the new secure vestible at PHS, and learn more about the high school's programs. 

BOE Open House to be held at PHS on June 12

June 10, 2024
The school board is offering another opportunity for the community to visit our schools and discuss concerns with board members. Each month before the regularly-scheduled meetings...
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