🍎✏️ Welcome Back, Pintos! ❤️
The wait is almost over—we can't wait to welcome our Pintos back for the first day of school on Monday, August 24! 🎉
A new school year means new opportunities, new friendships, and new memories. We are excited to see our hallways filled with smiling faces and can't wait to kick off an amazing 2026–2027 school year together!
A few reminders:
📚 Get a good night's sleep.
⏰ Plan to arrive on time and ready to learn.
😊 Bring your Pinto pride and a positive attitude!
Here's to a fantastic year of learning, growth, and success. We'll see you Monday!
Go Pintos! ❤️ #PintoPride #BackToSchool #WelcomeBack #MOEducation
Free & Reduced Meal Applications Are Now Open for the 2026–2027 School Year!
Have you completed your meal benefits application yet? We encourage every family to apply—even if you aren't sure you'll qualify. Every application helps support our district and our students.
To apply:
• Log in to your Parent Infinite Campus account.
• Click More on the left-hand menu.
• Select Meal Benefits.
• Click Meal Benefits Application and complete the application.
Thank you for helping us spread the word!
Have you completed your meal benefits application yet? We encourage every family to apply—even if you aren't sure you'll qualify. Every application helps support our district and our students.
To apply:
• Log in to your Parent Infinite Campus account.
• Click More on the left-hand menu.
• Select Meal Benefits.
• Click Meal Benefits Application and complete the application.
Thank you for helping us spread the word!
💲🍎 Elementary Fun Fact Friday: Lunch Money Made Easy! 🍎💲
Wondering how to add money to your child's lunch account? It's easier than finding that missing lunchbox on Monday morning! 😉🥪
The quickest way is through your Infinite Campus Parent Portal!
📱 Simply:
✅ Log in to Infinite Campus
✅ Click the ☰ (three lines) on the left side
✅ Select Food Service
✅ Choose your student
✅ Enter the amount you'd like to add
✅ Add to your cart and pay!
💵 Prefer cash or a check? That's perfectly fine, too! Just send it to school in a sealed envelope with your child's name clearly written on it so it gets to the right account. All checks should be made payable to California R-1 School District.
Need to apply for Free & Reduced Meals? You can find the application on our Food Services webpage:
https://www.californiak12.org/page/food-services
One less thing to worry about means more time to enjoy the last days of summer! ☀️💙🐴
It's a great day to be a Pinto!
Wondering how to add money to your child's lunch account? It's easier than finding that missing lunchbox on Monday morning! 😉🥪
The quickest way is through your Infinite Campus Parent Portal!
📱 Simply:
✅ Log in to Infinite Campus
✅ Click the ☰ (three lines) on the left side
✅ Select Food Service
✅ Choose your student
✅ Enter the amount you'd like to add
✅ Add to your cart and pay!
💵 Prefer cash or a check? That's perfectly fine, too! Just send it to school in a sealed envelope with your child's name clearly written on it so it gets to the right account. All checks should be made payable to California R-1 School District.
Need to apply for Free & Reduced Meals? You can find the application on our Food Services webpage:
https://www.californiak12.org/page/food-services
One less thing to worry about means more time to enjoy the last days of summer! ☀️💙🐴
It's a great day to be a Pinto!
📚 It's almost time to head back to school!
We love seeing everyone's first-day-of-school photos! Be sure to print the grade-level sign for your student, snap a picture on the first day of school, and share it with us. We can't wait to see all of our Pintos smiling and ready for an amazing year!
It's a great day to be a Pinto!
We love seeing everyone's first-day-of-school photos! Be sure to print the grade-level sign for your student, snap a picture on the first day of school, and share it with us. We can't wait to see all of our Pintos smiling and ready for an amazing year!
It's a great day to be a Pinto!
Elementary Parent Update:
KidAccount will not be active until the first day of school. We will also be updating KidAccount on Monday with student schedules and other important information.
📚 Elementary Open House TONIGHT!
Registration for the upcoming school year is completed online through our student information system, Infinite Campus. Families will no longer need to complete a paper registration packet.
🏫 Elementary Open House
📅 Wednesday, August 19
🕔 5:00–7:00 p.m.
Open House gives students and their families the opportunity to:
🍎 Meet their teachers
🏫 Visit their classrooms
📸 Take Fall Pictures before the first day of school
⚠️ Important Reminder: Please complete your child's online registration BEFORE attending Open House. Completing registration in advance will help make the evening run more smoothly and ensure everything is ready for the start of the school year.
If you have questions or need access to a computer or internet, we will have assistance available during Open House. However, if you are able, we kindly ask that you complete your online registration beforehand.
We can't wait to welcome our elementary students and families back for another great school year! 💙❤️
Hey, Pinto Families!
Skip the cooking and join us for Open House! Chick-fil-A will be at the Elementary and Middle School Open House from 5:00–7:00 p.m. for a special Back-to-School Fundraiser.
A portion of the evening's sales will be donated right back to our school, so it's a great way to support our students while enjoying dinner.
Stop by Open House, grab a bite to eat, and help us kick off an amazing school year. We can't wait to welcome everyone back and see all of our students' smiling faces!
Skip the cooking and join us for Open House! Chick-fil-A will be at the Elementary and Middle School Open House from 5:00–7:00 p.m. for a special Back-to-School Fundraiser.
A portion of the evening's sales will be donated right back to our school, so it's a great way to support our students while enjoying dinner.
Stop by Open House, grab a bite to eat, and help us kick off an amazing school year. We can't wait to welcome everyone back and see all of our students' smiling faces!
📸 Reminder: Elementary Picture Day will be held during Open House on August 19, from 5:00–7:00 p.m. Be sure to stop by so your student can have their school picture taken! We can't wait to see all of those smiling faces! 😊
We LOVE to see the progress! Big things are happening here at our elementary school, and of course, we can’t forget about the playground progress!
We love watching the playground come together and can’t wait to see the finished product and, most importantly, share it with our students! We know they are going to LOVE it!
It’s a great day to be a Pinto!
We love watching the playground come together and can’t wait to see the finished product and, most importantly, share it with our students! We know they are going to LOVE it!
It’s a great day to be a Pinto!
⏰ Elementary Fun Fact Friday: Building Times! ⏰
🎒 Tick tock, Pintos! The school day moves fast, so let’s make sure everyone knows the schedule before the first bell rings! 🐴💙
We know mornings can be a little crazy — finding shoes, packing backpacks, and remembering where that missing water bottle went… 😉 — but arriving on time helps students start their day feeling ready and successful!
Here’s the scoop on our daily schedule:
🏫 Building Opens: 7:00 AM
🥞 Breakfast: 7:00 AM–7:45 AM
🚪 Doors Close: 7:50 AM
📚 School Begins: 7:50 AM
🏁 Dismissal: 2:55 PM
Students should be in their classrooms and ready to learn by 7:50 AM. Any student arriving after that time will be considered tardy and must be signed in at the office by a parent/guardian before heading to class. Students will make their lunch choice and receive an admission slip when signing in.
📌 A quick reminder: If you need to pick your child up during the school day, please stop by the office and sign them out before they leave.
Starting the day on time helps students get settled, connect with classmates, and not miss important learning! 💙
Set those alarms, pack those backpacks, and get ready for a great year, Pintos! ⏰🐴
It’s a great day to be a Pinto!
🎒 Tick tock, Pintos! The school day moves fast, so let’s make sure everyone knows the schedule before the first bell rings! 🐴💙
We know mornings can be a little crazy — finding shoes, packing backpacks, and remembering where that missing water bottle went… 😉 — but arriving on time helps students start their day feeling ready and successful!
Here’s the scoop on our daily schedule:
🏫 Building Opens: 7:00 AM
🥞 Breakfast: 7:00 AM–7:45 AM
🚪 Doors Close: 7:50 AM
📚 School Begins: 7:50 AM
🏁 Dismissal: 2:55 PM
Students should be in their classrooms and ready to learn by 7:50 AM. Any student arriving after that time will be considered tardy and must be signed in at the office by a parent/guardian before heading to class. Students will make their lunch choice and receive an admission slip when signing in.
📌 A quick reminder: If you need to pick your child up during the school day, please stop by the office and sign them out before they leave.
Starting the day on time helps students get settled, connect with classmates, and not miss important learning! 💙
Set those alarms, pack those backpacks, and get ready for a great year, Pintos! ⏰🐴
It’s a great day to be a Pinto!
California Elementary Picture Day is Wednesday, August 19, 2026!
Families can pre-order pictures online through Wagner Portrait Group:
Pre-Order Password: 4G5V4S5S
Pre-Order Online: http://www.wagnerportraitgroup.com/
Be sure your child comes ready for their picture on Wednesday, August 19!
We can’t wait to see those smiling faces!
https://wagner.portraitpics.co/api/v2/keys/lookup/wagner?key=4G5V4S5S
Families can pre-order pictures online through Wagner Portrait Group:
Pre-Order Password: 4G5V4S5S
Pre-Order Online: http://www.wagnerportraitgroup.com/
Be sure your child comes ready for their picture on Wednesday, August 19!
We can’t wait to see those smiling faces!
https://wagner.portraitpics.co/api/v2/keys/lookup/wagner?key=4G5V4S5S
🎒🍎 Back to School is Almost Here! 🍎🎒
The countdown is on! We can't wait to welcome our students back for an exciting new school year!
📅 First Day of School: Monday, August 24, 2026
🕢 School Begins: 7:50 AM
🕒 Dismissal: 2:51 PM
📍 California Elementary School
101 S. Owen St.
California, MO 65018
Be sure to complete your online enrollment before the first day of school:
es.californiak12.org/o/es
Here's to a year filled with learning, growth, and Pinto Pride! We can't wait to see everyone on August 24! 💙
The countdown is on! We can't wait to welcome our students back for an exciting new school year!
📅 First Day of School: Monday, August 24, 2026
🕢 School Begins: 7:50 AM
🕒 Dismissal: 2:51 PM
📍 California Elementary School
101 S. Owen St.
California, MO 65018
Be sure to complete your online enrollment before the first day of school:
es.californiak12.org/o/es
Here's to a year filled with learning, growth, and Pinto Pride! We can't wait to see everyone on August 24! 💙
📱 Elementary Fun Fact Friday: How Do I Contact My Child’s Teacher? 📚
Easy… we’ve got an app for that! 😉
By now, you’ve probably heard about our new California R-1 App — your one-stop shop for staying connected with everything happening at school! 🐴💙
Through the app, families can:
✅ Message teachers directly
✅ Access important school information
✅ Connect to Infinite Campus
✅ Visit the district website
✅ Receive one-way updates and two-way communication
Prefer email? No problem! You can still contact your child’s teacher directly that way, too.
This school year, stay informed, stay connected, and stay in the loop — all from one convenient place! 📲✨
It’s a great day to be a Pinto!
Easy… we’ve got an app for that! 😉
By now, you’ve probably heard about our new California R-1 App — your one-stop shop for staying connected with everything happening at school! 🐴💙
Through the app, families can:
✅ Message teachers directly
✅ Access important school information
✅ Connect to Infinite Campus
✅ Visit the district website
✅ Receive one-way updates and two-way communication
Prefer email? No problem! You can still contact your child’s teacher directly that way, too.
This school year, stay informed, stay connected, and stay in the loop — all from one convenient place! 📲✨
It’s a great day to be a Pinto!
🎉 Pre-K Families! The wait is over! Class lists are now posted on the outside doors of the Elementary Building at the car line drop-off entrance.
We can’t wait to welcome our newest Pintos and see all of those smiling faces soon! We’re excited for a great year ahead! ❤️
We can’t wait to welcome our newest Pintos and see all of those smiling faces soon! We’re excited for a great year ahead! ❤️
Please join us on Wednesday, August 26, at 6:00 p.m. in the CHS Library for our Continuous School Improvement Plan (CSIP) meeting!
A CSIP is our district's long-term strategic plan for improving student achievement, school operations, and overall performance. Your ideas, feedback, and perspective are an important part of shaping the future of California R-1.
We can't wait to collaborate with our families, staff, and community members as we work together to make our schools even stronger. We hope to see you there!
👀 Can you spot what's NEW on our playground? 🛝✨
As our playground transformation continues, we're excited to add another fun feature for our California Pintos to enjoy! We can't wait to see students soaring through the air, sharing laughs with friends, and making new memories this school year.
There's even more to come, so keep an eye out for additional playground updates as we get ready to welcome our students back!
Who's ready to take the first swing? 🙋♀️🙋♂️
#CaliforniaPintos #PintoPride #PlaygroundUpdate #BackToSchool #SwingIntoFun #GrowingTogether
As our playground transformation continues, we're excited to add another fun feature for our California Pintos to enjoy! We can't wait to see students soaring through the air, sharing laughs with friends, and making new memories this school year.
There's even more to come, so keep an eye out for additional playground updates as we get ready to welcome our students back!
Who's ready to take the first swing? 🙋♀️🙋♂️
#CaliforniaPintos #PintoPride #PlaygroundUpdate #BackToSchool #SwingIntoFun #GrowingTogether
📚 California R-I Elementary School Back to School Information | 2026–2027
We are excited to welcome our youngest Pintos back for another great school year! Here are important details to help families prepare for the 2026–2027 school year.
🏫 Building Information
California R-I Elementary School
📍 101 South Owen St.
California, MO 65018
📞 573-796-2161
📠 Fax: 573-796-8650
📝 Registration Information
Registration for the 2026–2027 school year will now be completed online through the Infinite Campus Parent Portal. Families will no longer need to complete the traditional paper packet.
Families should complete the online registration portion before attending Open House. If you need access to a computer or internet to complete registration, assistance will be available during Open House.
🏫 Elementary Open House
Wednesday, August 19
⏰ 5:00 PM–7:00 PM
🎒 CES School Supply Program | 2026–2027
California Elementary families are invited to participate in a convenient, cost-saving School Supply Program!
For $20 per student, families can receive all essential classroom supplies for the year, including academic materials and commonly requested items such as Clorox wipes, tissues, hand sanitizer, and paper towels.
Families will only need to purchase:
✅ Backpack
✅ Water bottle
This program is designed to simplify back-to-school preparations and help reduce household costs.
📸 Don’t forget — Fall Pictures will take place during Open House!
⏰ Daily Schedule | 2026–2027
🏫 Building Opens: 7:00 AM
🍽️ Breakfast: 7:00 AM–7:45 AM
🚪 Doors Close: 7:50 AM
📚 School Start Time: 7:50 AM
🏠 Dismissal Time: 2:55 PM
🚗 Dismissal & Transportation Information
The end of our educational day is 2:51 PM, which is when we begin preparing to safely release students from the building.
Students will be dismissed through four options:
🚌 Bus rider
🏫 Daycare
🚗 Car rider
🚶 Walker
We appreciate your understanding and support of our structured dismissal process. For the safety and efficiency of dismissal, please note:
• We are unable to accommodate dismissal changes after 2:00 PM.
• Please do not arrive for pickup after 2:50 PM.
Thank you for helping us create a safe and smooth dismissal process for all students.
We can’t wait to welcome our Pintos back for the 2026–2027 school year! 💙
We are excited to welcome our youngest Pintos back for another great school year! Here are important details to help families prepare for the 2026–2027 school year.
🏫 Building Information
California R-I Elementary School
📍 101 South Owen St.
California, MO 65018
📞 573-796-2161
📠 Fax: 573-796-8650
📝 Registration Information
Registration for the 2026–2027 school year will now be completed online through the Infinite Campus Parent Portal. Families will no longer need to complete the traditional paper packet.
Families should complete the online registration portion before attending Open House. If you need access to a computer or internet to complete registration, assistance will be available during Open House.
🏫 Elementary Open House
Wednesday, August 19
⏰ 5:00 PM–7:00 PM
🎒 CES School Supply Program | 2026–2027
California Elementary families are invited to participate in a convenient, cost-saving School Supply Program!
For $20 per student, families can receive all essential classroom supplies for the year, including academic materials and commonly requested items such as Clorox wipes, tissues, hand sanitizer, and paper towels.
Families will only need to purchase:
✅ Backpack
✅ Water bottle
This program is designed to simplify back-to-school preparations and help reduce household costs.
📸 Don’t forget — Fall Pictures will take place during Open House!
⏰ Daily Schedule | 2026–2027
🏫 Building Opens: 7:00 AM
🍽️ Breakfast: 7:00 AM–7:45 AM
🚪 Doors Close: 7:50 AM
📚 School Start Time: 7:50 AM
🏠 Dismissal Time: 2:55 PM
🚗 Dismissal & Transportation Information
The end of our educational day is 2:51 PM, which is when we begin preparing to safely release students from the building.
Students will be dismissed through four options:
🚌 Bus rider
🏫 Daycare
🚗 Car rider
🚶 Walker
We appreciate your understanding and support of our structured dismissal process. For the safety and efficiency of dismissal, please note:
• We are unable to accommodate dismissal changes after 2:00 PM.
• Please do not arrive for pickup after 2:50 PM.
Thank you for helping us create a safe and smooth dismissal process for all students.
We can’t wait to welcome our Pintos back for the 2026–2027 school year! 💙
🍎 Let's Kick Off the School Year Together! 🎒
Join us for Elementary Open House on Tuesday, August 19, from 5:00–7:00 PM!
Come explore the school, meet our amazing staff, and get ready for a fantastic school year!
During Open House, you can:
📸 Take fall pictures (dress your best and bring your biggest smiles!)
🏫 Get familiar with the building
🚌 Visit with Food Services, Transportation, and Title staff
✏️ Learn more about our School Supply Program
Be sure to complete your online enrollment before attending:
es.californiak12.org/o/es
We can't wait to welcome our Pinto families back to school. See you on August 19! 💙
Join us for Elementary Open House on Tuesday, August 19, from 5:00–7:00 PM!
Come explore the school, meet our amazing staff, and get ready for a fantastic school year!
During Open House, you can:
📸 Take fall pictures (dress your best and bring your biggest smiles!)
🏫 Get familiar with the building
🚌 Visit with Food Services, Transportation, and Title staff
✏️ Learn more about our School Supply Program
Be sure to complete your online enrollment before attending:
es.californiak12.org/o/es
We can't wait to welcome our Pinto families back to school. See you on August 19! 💙
As the school year approaches, we are reaching out to local businesses and organizations to become sponsors for our Pinto Pride Staff Recognition Program!
Pinto Pride was created during the 2025-2026 school year to provide students, staff, and community members with an opportunity to recognize and celebrate the outstanding employees who make a difference in the lives of our students every day.
Each month, students, staff, and community members are invited to nominate and vote for a staff member they believe goes above and beyond in serving students and supporting the California R-1 School District. The goal of Pinto Pride is to shine a spotlight on the incredible work happening throughout our district and recognize the dedicated individuals who help make our schools a great place to learn and grow.
We're excited to expand the program during the 2026-2027 school year by recognizing two Pinto Pride winners each month—one certified staff member and one support staff member. This expansion allows us to celebrate even more of the amazing employees who positively impact our students every day.
We need your help!
Pinto Pride is made possible through the generosity of our community. We are currently seeking local businesses and organizations interested in sponsoring this meaningful staff recognition program. Sponsorships help provide monthly prizes and allow us to continue recognizing the exceptional work of our educators and support staff throughout the school year.
Supporting Pinto Pride is a wonderful way to invest in the people who make a difference in the lives of our students while showing your commitment to the California R-1 community.
If you are interested in becoming a 2026-2027 Pinto Pride Sponsor, or would like more information, please contact:
Ashley Benton
Communications Coordinator
California R-1 School District
📧 ashley.benton@californiak12.org
Thank you for supporting our staff, our students, and our community. Together, we can continue celebrating the outstanding Pintos who make California R-1 a special place to learn, grow, and succeed!
Pinto Pride was created during the 2025-2026 school year to provide students, staff, and community members with an opportunity to recognize and celebrate the outstanding employees who make a difference in the lives of our students every day.
Each month, students, staff, and community members are invited to nominate and vote for a staff member they believe goes above and beyond in serving students and supporting the California R-1 School District. The goal of Pinto Pride is to shine a spotlight on the incredible work happening throughout our district and recognize the dedicated individuals who help make our schools a great place to learn and grow.
We're excited to expand the program during the 2026-2027 school year by recognizing two Pinto Pride winners each month—one certified staff member and one support staff member. This expansion allows us to celebrate even more of the amazing employees who positively impact our students every day.
We need your help!
Pinto Pride is made possible through the generosity of our community. We are currently seeking local businesses and organizations interested in sponsoring this meaningful staff recognition program. Sponsorships help provide monthly prizes and allow us to continue recognizing the exceptional work of our educators and support staff throughout the school year.
Supporting Pinto Pride is a wonderful way to invest in the people who make a difference in the lives of our students while showing your commitment to the California R-1 community.
If you are interested in becoming a 2026-2027 Pinto Pride Sponsor, or would like more information, please contact:
Ashley Benton
Communications Coordinator
California R-1 School District
📧 ashley.benton@californiak12.org
Thank you for supporting our staff, our students, and our community. Together, we can continue celebrating the outstanding Pintos who make California R-1 a special place to learn, grow, and succeed!
📢 Gym Closure Reminder, Pintos! 📢
The High School and Middle School gyms will be closed August 3–8.
Thank you for your understanding, and we hope everyone enjoys a great week! ❤️
The High School and Middle School gyms will be closed August 3–8.
Thank you for your understanding, and we hope everyone enjoys a great week! ❤️
