The California community has demonstrated its strong commitment to local education with the passage of Proposition S.A.F.E. in the recent election. Your investment in our schools makes a meaningful difference. This result reflects a shared priority to provide safe, high-quality learning environments for all students. Proposition S.A.F.E. outlines a series of improvements and long-term plans aimed at enhancing safety and modernizing district facilities. Work will begin in summer 2026 with several key upgrades, including roofing improvements, HVAC system updates, installation of a new playground, new furniture for the high school, and tile floor renovations
Additional improvements are scheduled for fall 2026, when turf replacement projects will take place. Looking further ahead, the district plans to break ground in winter 2026 and spring 2027 on a new facility, expanded classroom spaces, and improved building connections. All renovation work will be completed before construction on the new facility begins. These efforts are part of a broader vision to maintain safe, modern, and effective learning environments. As central pillars of the community, local schools play a critical role in preparing students for the future.
We would like to express great appreciation for the community’s trust and support, noting that the passage of Proposition S.A.F.E. marks an important step forward for students and the community as a whole.
Additional improvements are scheduled for fall 2026, when turf replacement projects will take place. Looking further ahead, the district plans to break ground in winter 2026 and spring 2027 on a new facility, expanded classroom spaces, and improved building connections. All renovation work will be completed before construction on the new facility begins. These efforts are part of a broader vision to maintain safe, modern, and effective learning environments. As central pillars of the community, local schools play a critical role in preparing students for the future.
We would like to express great appreciation for the community’s trust and support, noting that the passage of Proposition S.A.F.E. marks an important step forward for students and the community as a whole.
We want to extend a sincere thank-you to everyone who ran in the Missouri municipal election for the School Board on April 7th. Your willingness to serve our community is truly appreciated.
We are pleased to announce that the following candidates have been re-elected and will continue serving on the School Board:
• David Cook
• Tony Haile
• Jan Trachsel
Congratulations to each of you, and thank you for your continued dedication to our schools and students.
We also want to thank our community for your ongoing support of the school district. It is a great day to be a Pinto!
We are pleased to announce that the following candidates have been re-elected and will continue serving on the School Board:
• David Cook
• Tony Haile
• Jan Trachsel
Congratulations to each of you, and thank you for your continued dedication to our schools and students.
We also want to thank our community for your ongoing support of the school district. It is a great day to be a Pinto!

🎉 It’s School Counselor Week, and we are so excited to celebrate our amazing counselors! 🎉
Our counselors work tirelessly to support students, families, and staff, and they make a lasting impact on our schools every single day. We truly could not be more blessed to have such an incredible group of counselors serving our school community. 💙
We’re excited to kick off the week by spotlighting our Elementary K–2 Counselor, Mrs. Sarah Russell! 🌟
Mrs. Russell has been a part of the California family for 8 years, and her dedication, kindness, and commitment to our students shine through in all she does.
📖 Read more about Mrs. Russell below as we celebrate her and the other counselors this week!
Our counselors work tirelessly to support students, families, and staff, and they make a lasting impact on our schools every single day. We truly could not be more blessed to have such an incredible group of counselors serving our school community. 💙
We’re excited to kick off the week by spotlighting our Elementary K–2 Counselor, Mrs. Sarah Russell! 🌟
Mrs. Russell has been a part of the California family for 8 years, and her dedication, kindness, and commitment to our students shine through in all she does.
📖 Read more about Mrs. Russell below as we celebrate her and the other counselors this week!

