Due to preparations for the O-Zone Game of the Week, the Kelley Field Stadium and Track will be closed today, Thursday, September 17 after school and Friday, September 18 morning/during the day. We apologize for this brief interruption regarding the use of the track. Thank you for your understanding. READ MORE >
Houn' Dawg Fans,The Houn' Dawgs game on Friday versus Mt. Vernon will be featured as the KY3/KSPR/Ozarks Sports Zone Game of the Week. Taylor Kauffman will be here for video and PJ Maigi will be taking still photos for the O-Zone website. Taylor will do live reports from the field at 5:00 p.m. and 6:00 p.m., as well as, a post game recap for the 10:00 p.m.... READ MORE >
Thanks to Stephen Mckay for the meaningful artwork. READ MORE >
Engage Church is pleased to partner with Aurora Fellowship of Christian Athletes for the Stars Go Dim Concert Series. The event will be held on Sunday, September 27 at 6:00 p.m. It will be located at the Aurora Junior High Practice Field. Please bring you lawn chairs and blankets to allow for social distancing. Information from the band is that they are doing... READ MORE >
Engage Church will be providing another Farmers to Families Food Box on Saturday, September 12, 2020 from 8:00 a.m. to 10:00 a.m. The location for distribution will be behind the Aurora High School at 305 W. Prospect. READ MORE >
Dear Parents/Guardians, Aurora R-VIII personnel received information that a High School teacher has tested positive for COVID-19. The teacher has been at school, but wears a mask at all times and has followed social distancing rules. Consultation with the Lawrence County Health Department is currently ongoing for guidance to ensure safety precautions are in... READ MORE >
The Aurora R-VIII School District is actively seeking substitute teachers for the 2020-2021 school year. Pay for a full-day substitute is $100. The rate for Retired Aurora R-VIII educators is $110. Applicants with 60 college hours, a substitute teaching certificate issued by the Department of Elementary and Secondary Education (DESE) and a clean background... READ MORE >
The Aurora R-VIII School District is actively seeking substitute bus drivers for the 2020-2021 school year. Paid training is available. Substitute drivers also have the opportunity to move into full-time positions as they become available. There are many evening and weekend opportunities available for substitutes. Call the Central Office at 678-3373 for... READ MORE >
Dear Parents/Guardians, Due to an extension of waivers allowed by the USDA regarding the SFSP/SSO programs, the Aurora R-VIII School District in conjunction with the Sodexo Food Service Management Company will be providing free breakfasts and lunches for all students participating virtually or enrolled in seated instruction during the first semester of the... READ MORE >
Dear Parents/Guardians, Aurora R-VIII personnel received information that a Junior High School teacher tested positive for COVID-19. The teacher works in an area where students are able to effectively social distance and this strategy has been implemented on a daily basis. The teacher has worn a mask since the start of school and any interactions have been with... READ MORE >
The Aurora Junior High and Alternative School were placed on lock down for approximately thirty minutes this afternoon in order to investigate a text message that allegedly contained a threat. The School Resource Officer and another Aurora PD member interviewed the student and reviewed all documentation. After completing the investigation and determining it was... READ MORE >
Families will have the opportunity to pick up a box of free food on Saturday, August 29 from 8:00 to 10:00 a.m. It will be distributed at the Aurora High School behind the school. READ MORE >
Dear Parents/Guardians, Aurora R-VIII personnel received information that a High School teacher has tested positive for COVID-19. The teacher was not at school on the first day and had no interaction with students. Consultation with the Lawrence County Health Department is currently ongoing to implement the process for contact tracing and for guidance to ensure... READ MORE >
The Well will be having their Back to School Bash on Saturday, August 22, 2020. The event will be held at 300 East Hadley from 10:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. School supplies, games and food will be provided. READ MORE >
The Well will have their Back to School Bash this Saturday, August 22, 2020. The event will be held at 300 East Hadley from 10:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. Groceries, backpacks, school supplies and reusable water bottles are available. Food and games for the kids will also be provided. READ MORE >
Dear Parents/Guardians, In order to limit the interactions that might negatively affect attendees, the traditional Meet the Teacher/Open House will be a little different for the 2020-2021 school year. A date has been set for Thursday, August 20, 2020 from 5:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. We have revised our process to make the evening a drive-through or limited entry... READ MORE >
The Monett Area YMCA is now accepting Fall Soccer and Flag Football Registrations for ages 4-12. For guaranteed placement please register by August 24th. Practices begin the week of August 24th. Games begin on Saturday September 12th. The cost is $30 for members/$70 for non-members. Financial Assistance is available if needed. You may register at the Y... READ MORE >
Dear Parents/Guardians, The Aurora R-VIII Board of Education approved a reopening plan on Monday, July 27. Precautions in place are similar to those implemented during the Summer School 2020 session. If you have questions regarding the documents, please email bredus@aurorar8.org or call the Central Office at 678-3373. Thank you to parents who participated in... READ MORE >
June 17, 2020 Dear Parents and Community Members, A lock down situation occurred at Robinson School this afternoon. At approximately 1:45 p.m., Aurora PD called building personnel and asked the school be placed on lock down due to a situation in the neighborhood surrounding the Robinson building. A threat was made against Aurora PD. The... READ MORE >
Summer School 2020 begins on Monday, June 15. Hours of attendance will be 7:45 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. at all buildings. It is not too late to enroll if you want your child to participate. Please call the office where your child attends on Monday to complete the process. In order to implement precautions, temperatures will be taken of all students boarding buses in... READ MORE >
In order to complete preparations for graduation ceremonies, the Kelley Field track will be closed from Thursday, June 11 through Saturday, June 13. This will allow employees to set up and take down seating and stage equipment. We apologize for any inconvenience this causes. Thank you. READ MORE >
This is a reminder, the Aurora R-VIII School District will be holding a graduation ceremony for all eligible seniors tomorrow, Friday, June 12, 2020 at Kelley Field. The commencement exercise will begin at 7:00 p.m. with gates opening at 6:00 p.m. Parents and family members are asked to refrain from lining up before 5:00 p.m. in order to assist with distancing... READ MORE >
The Aurora R-VIII School District will be holding a graduation ceremony for all eligible seniors on Friday, June 12, 2020 at Kelley Field. A rain date has been set for Friday, June 19, 2020 in case of inclement weather. The commencement exercise will begin at 7:00 p.m. with gates opening at 6:00 p.m. Parents and family members are asked to refrain from... READ MORE >
Aurora R-VIII School District Response to COVID-19 Summer School 2020 The mission of the Aurora R-VIII School District is to “ensure that all students are successful learners.” It is also the responsibility of district personnel to “ensure that all students are safe” while attending school on campus. Based on survey results, consultation... READ MORE >
Today, Wednesday, May 20, 2020 at 9:00 a.m., groceries for anyone in need will be handed out at The Well Aurora campus. They will be there until 12:00 noon or until supplies last. This is a first come, first serve basis. READ MORE >
Dear Parents,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... READ MORE >
The scheduled end date for the 2019-2020 school year is today, Tuesday, May 19, 2020. Due to this, the provided meals (breakfast and lunch) which have been available for students will be discontinued until the Summer School 2020 session begins June 15, 2020. At that time, meals will be served to students who are attending summer school. Meals will also be... READ MORE >
The last opportunity for material pickup and check in will be held tomorrow, Saturday, May 16, 2020. School personnel will be present and buildings will be open from 9:00 a.m. to 12:00 noon. For students in grades preschool through 6th, parents will go to the building where their child attends and pull through the drop-off/pickup lane. School personnel have... READ MORE >
Student material pickup and check in will be held two different days to provide parents the most possible convenience. The first day will be Thursday, May 14, from 3:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. The final opportunity will be Saturday, May 16, from 9:00 a.m. to 12:00 noon. For students in grades preschool through 6th, parents will go to the building where their child... READ MORE >
On Wednesday, May 13, 2020 at 9:00 a.m., groceries for anyone in need will be handed out at The Well Aurora campus. They will be there until 12:00 noon or until supplies last. This is a first come, first serve basis. READ MORE >
Updated Information May 8, 2020 Dear Parents, Thank you for continuing to work with your children as we move toward what was supposed to be the end of the regular school year. As noted before, the actual ending date is scheduled for May 19, 2020. Due to the closure, we have not been able to finish as we wished. In order to allow students to pick up items... READ MORE >