✨ May the 4th be with you! ✨
The Force was strong in our PK today — we even had a visit from Princess Leia and Yoda! 💫
Smiles, laughs, and a little bit of Jedi wisdom made it a fun-filled day. Who knew the galaxy was this close to school? 🌟
#MayThe4thBeWithYou #SchoolFun #JediVibes
The Force was strong in our PK today — we even had a visit from Princess Leia and Yoda! 💫
Smiles, laughs, and a little bit of Jedi wisdom made it a fun-filled day. Who knew the galaxy was this close to school? 🌟
#MayThe4thBeWithYou #SchoolFun #JediVibes
☀️📣 Final School Newsletter of the Year is Here! 📣☀️
Don’t miss our last newsletter of the school year—it’s packed with everything you need to stay in the loop as we head into summer!
🌟 Summer camps info
📚 Summer school details
🎉 Important end-of-year updates
…and so much more!
Be sure to check it out so you don’t miss any important information for the summer ahead!
👉 Read it here: https://app.smore.com/n/27t4r
Have a great summer, everyone! ☀️🌈
Don’t miss our last newsletter of the school year—it’s packed with everything you need to stay in the loop as we head into summer!
🌟 Summer camps info
📚 Summer school details
🎉 Important end-of-year updates
…and so much more!
Be sure to check it out so you don’t miss any important information for the summer ahead!
👉 Read it here: https://app.smore.com/n/27t4r
Have a great summer, everyone! ☀️🌈
🏃♂️ Today is the 37th Annual Lions Club Track Meet! 🏃♀️
The meet kicks off at 9:00 AM, with the awards ceremony expected around 2:00–2:30 PM.
Please remember to send sunscreen and a blanket with your student so they can stay comfortable throughout the day. We are excited for our 4th, 5th, and 6th-grade students to participate in the 37th Annual Lions Track & Field Meet!! This is always a fun and memorable day for our students, and we look forward to a great event.
Please review the important information below to help ensure a smooth and successful meet:
No Phones (Missouri State Law)
Students are not allowed to have phones out during the event. They may keep them in their backpacks, but phones cannot be used. If a student needs to contact a parent, they may ask a teacher for permission.
Signing Students Out
If you plan to take your child home from the meet, you must sign them out with school staff.
Leaving After Sign-Out
Once a student is signed out, they must leave the track meet with their parent/guardian at that time.
Good luck to all our athletes! 🎉
Happy National School Principals Day, Ms. Harvey 💙
Your leadership and dedication to both staff and students go such a long way, and it never goes unnoticed. You have truly poured your heart into this year, and it shows in every hallway, every classroom, and every smiling face.
Thank you for the care, compassion, and strength you bring to our school each and every day. We appreciate you and all the incredible things you do more than words can say. #ThankAPrincipal #HeartOfTheSchool
Your leadership and dedication to both staff and students go such a long way, and it never goes unnoticed. You have truly poured your heart into this year, and it shows in every hallway, every classroom, and every smiling face.
Thank you for the care, compassion, and strength you bring to our school each and every day. We appreciate you and all the incredible things you do more than words can say. #ThankAPrincipal #HeartOfTheSchool
📣 We’re Hiring!
The Moniteau County R-1 School District (California, MO) is accepting applications for an English for Speakers of Other Languages (ESOL) Teacher for the 2026–2027 school year!
An ESOL endorsement is preferred. If you’re passionate about supporting multilingual learners and making a difference in students’ lives, we’d love to have you join our team! 💙
📝 Apply online by visiting: www.californiak12.org
➡️ Click Employment
➡️ Then Employment Opportunities
Or apply directly here: https://california.tedk12.com/hire/index.aspx
Come be a part of something great! #JoinOurTeam #PintoPride
The Moniteau County R-1 School District (California, MO) is accepting applications for an English for Speakers of Other Languages (ESOL) Teacher for the 2026–2027 school year!
An ESOL endorsement is preferred. If you’re passionate about supporting multilingual learners and making a difference in students’ lives, we’d love to have you join our team! 💙
📝 Apply online by visiting: www.californiak12.org
➡️ Click Employment
➡️ Then Employment Opportunities
Or apply directly here: https://california.tedk12.com/hire/index.aspx
Come be a part of something great! #JoinOurTeam #PintoPride
🌞🏕️ Summer Camps at California Schools – Don’t Miss Out! 🏕️🌞
We have so many exciting summer camp opportunities available for students this year! Be sure to check them out and save the dates so you don’t miss any of the action.
Camps include:
🏈 Football
🏀 Boys Basketball
🏀 Girls Basketball
🏃♂️ Cross Country
🏃 Track
🥎 Softball
🏐 Volleyball
⚽ Lady’s Soccer
📣 Cheer
Some camps have registration deadlines, and others are still finalizing details. Please make sure to read the information for each individual camp carefully if your student is interested.
Get ready for a summer full of learning, teamwork, and fun! 💙🐴
Join Central Missouri Community Action for a Spanish-Speaking Family Application & Resource Event this Friday, May 1st from 3:00–5:30 PM at 414 W Patrick St.!
Our goal is to support families by providing applications, enrollment assistance, and program information in Spanish. Families will have access to a wide range of free resources and can get help completing applications.
✨ Free event
✨ Community resources
✨ Help with applications
✨ Activities for kids
✨ Food pantry, job opportunities & more
✨ Raffles and giveaways
¡Ayúdenos a compartir este evento!
Acompáñenos a nuestra Feria de Recursos y Solicitudes para Familias de Habla Hispana este viernes 1 de mayo de 3:00 a 5:30 PM en 414 W Patrick St..
Nuestro objetivo es apoyar a las familias ofreciendo solicitudes, asistencia con inscripciones e información de programas en español. Las familias podrán acceder a una variedad de recursos gratuitos y recibir ayuda para completar solicitudes.
✨ Evento gratis
✨ Recursos comunitarios
✨ Ayuda con solicitudes
✨ Actividades para niños
✨ Despensa de comida, oportunidades de empleo y más
✨ Rifas y regalos
Our goal is to support families by providing applications, enrollment assistance, and program information in Spanish. Families will have access to a wide range of free resources and can get help completing applications.
✨ Free event
✨ Community resources
✨ Help with applications
✨ Activities for kids
✨ Food pantry, job opportunities & more
✨ Raffles and giveaways
¡Ayúdenos a compartir este evento!
Acompáñenos a nuestra Feria de Recursos y Solicitudes para Familias de Habla Hispana este viernes 1 de mayo de 3:00 a 5:30 PM en 414 W Patrick St..
Nuestro objetivo es apoyar a las familias ofreciendo solicitudes, asistencia con inscripciones e información de programas en español. Las familias podrán acceder a una variedad de recursos gratuitos y recibir ayuda para completar solicitudes.
✨ Evento gratis
✨ Recursos comunitarios
✨ Ayuda con solicitudes
✨ Actividades para niños
✨ Despensa de comida, oportunidades de empleo y más
✨ Rifas y regalos
Each month, First Student donates a gift card to a student receiving the MVP Award at the elementary school—and this month’s winner is Isabella!
Way to go, Isabella! We are so proud of you! 👏
A big thank you to First Student for supporting our students and helping us celebrate their hard work and achievements! 💙🐴
Way to go, Isabella! We are so proud of you! 👏
A big thank you to First Student for supporting our students and helping us celebrate their hard work and achievements! 💙🐴
📣🏕️ Pinto Summer Cheer Camp! 🏕️📣
Get ready for an exciting summer of spirit and fun! The CMS cheerleaders are hosting the Pinto Summer Cheer Camp for students entering grades K–5 for the 2026–2027 school year.
📅 Dates: July 30–31
📍 Location: California Elementary Gym
⏰ Camp Times:
• Grades 3–5: 9:00–11:00 AM
• Grades K–2: 12:00–2:00 PM
✨ Camp Includes:
• Cheer practice & mini routine
• Fun games & spirit activities
• Camp t-shirt
• Parent performance at the end of each session (final day!)
👟 Please wear athletic shoes and bring a water bottle.
💲 Cost: $30 per child
📅 Register by: May 15, 2026
📌 Drop forms and payment at the Elementary or Middle School office.
📧 Questions? Contact Coach Connell at alisha.connell@californiak12.org
Get ready to cheer, learn, and have fun—it’s a great day to be a Pinto! 💙🐴
Get ready for an exciting summer of spirit and fun! The CMS cheerleaders are hosting the Pinto Summer Cheer Camp for students entering grades K–5 for the 2026–2027 school year.
📅 Dates: July 30–31
📍 Location: California Elementary Gym
⏰ Camp Times:
• Grades 3–5: 9:00–11:00 AM
• Grades K–2: 12:00–2:00 PM
✨ Camp Includes:
• Cheer practice & mini routine
• Fun games & spirit activities
• Camp t-shirt
• Parent performance at the end of each session (final day!)
👟 Please wear athletic shoes and bring a water bottle.
💲 Cost: $30 per child
📅 Register by: May 15, 2026
📌 Drop forms and payment at the Elementary or Middle School office.
📧 Questions? Contact Coach Connell at alisha.connell@californiak12.org
Get ready to cheer, learn, and have fun—it’s a great day to be a Pinto! 💙🐴
DEADLINES ARE COMING! 🏀 Boys Basketball Camp 2026 🏀
📅 Camp Schedule:
Grades 3–5
• May 11–14
• 3:00–4:30 PM
• Location: CMS
⏰ Deadline to guarantee a camp shirt: May 1
Grades 6–7
• May 26–29
• 10:00–11:30 AM
• Location: High School
⏰ Deadline: May 15
Grades 8–11
• May 26–29
• 8:00–10:00 AM
• Location: High School
⏰ Deadline: May 15
💲 Cost: $30
(Make checks payable to: Boys Basketball Booster Club)
📬 Registration Info:
• Elementary & Middle School students: Return form and payment to your school office
• High School students: Return form and payment to Coach Kliethermes or the HS office
📧 Questions? Contact:
brandon.kliethermes@californiak12.org
trey.porter@californiak12.org
Don’t miss out—sign up today and get ready for a great camp! 💪🐴
📅 Camp Schedule:
Grades 3–5
• May 11–14
• 3:00–4:30 PM
• Location: CMS
⏰ Deadline to guarantee a camp shirt: May 1
Grades 6–7
• May 26–29
• 10:00–11:30 AM
• Location: High School
⏰ Deadline: May 15
Grades 8–11
• May 26–29
• 8:00–10:00 AM
• Location: High School
⏰ Deadline: May 15
💲 Cost: $30
(Make checks payable to: Boys Basketball Booster Club)
📬 Registration Info:
• Elementary & Middle School students: Return form and payment to your school office
• High School students: Return form and payment to Coach Kliethermes or the HS office
📧 Questions? Contact:
brandon.kliethermes@californiak12.org
trey.porter@californiak12.org
Don’t miss out—sign up today and get ready for a great camp! 💪🐴
📚✏️ Save the Date! ✏️📚
The 17th Annual Moniteau County Back to School Fair is coming soon! 🎉
Hosted by the Moniteau County Alliance for Kids, this event is open to all students attending school in Moniteau County.
📍 Location: California High School parking lot (drive-thru event)
📅 Date: Tuesday, July 28, 2026
⏰ Time: 4:00–6:00 PM
🚗 Details:
Drive through and receive FREE school supplies and materials to help your student start the year off right!
⚠️ No pre-registration required
📌 Be sure to watch for signs the day of the event!
The 17th Annual Moniteau County Back to School Fair is coming soon! 🎉
Hosted by the Moniteau County Alliance for Kids, this event is open to all students attending school in Moniteau County.
📍 Location: California High School parking lot (drive-thru event)
📅 Date: Tuesday, July 28, 2026
⏰ Time: 4:00–6:00 PM
🚗 Details:
Drive through and receive FREE school supplies and materials to help your student start the year off right!
⚠️ No pre-registration required
📌 Be sure to watch for signs the day of the event!
⚽️ 2026 Lady Pintos Girls Soccer Camp ⚽️
Get ready for a fun-filled week of skill-building, teamwork, and Lady Pintos pride! 💙🤍
📅 When:
Monday & Tuesday – June 8–9
Thursday & Friday – June 11–12
👧 Who: Girls entering FALL 2026
• Elementary (1st–4th Grade): 3:30–5:00 PM
• Middle School (5th–8th Grade): 5:30–7:00 PM
📍 Where: Riley Field at California High School
💲 Cost: $40
Checks payable to: Lady Pintos Soccer
👕 Early Sign-Up Perk:
Register by May 21, 2026 to guarantee your camp T-shirt!
📬 Mail Registration To:
Lady Pintos Soccer
PO Box 325
California, MO 65018
📝 Sign Up Here:
https://forms.gle/2FS1p4G3BkhqjacV6
Get ready for a fun-filled week of skill-building, teamwork, and Lady Pintos pride! 💙🤍
📅 When:
Monday & Tuesday – June 8–9
Thursday & Friday – June 11–12
👧 Who: Girls entering FALL 2026
• Elementary (1st–4th Grade): 3:30–5:00 PM
• Middle School (5th–8th Grade): 5:30–7:00 PM
📍 Where: Riley Field at California High School
💲 Cost: $40
Checks payable to: Lady Pintos Soccer
👕 Early Sign-Up Perk:
Register by May 21, 2026 to guarantee your camp T-shirt!
📬 Mail Registration To:
Lady Pintos Soccer
PO Box 325
California, MO 65018
📝 Sign Up Here:
https://forms.gle/2FS1p4G3BkhqjacV6
Our Pinto baseball team knocked it out of the park with their Little Pintos Baseball Camp! ⚾️💙
Our elementary students had an unforgettable experience—getting the chance to take the field before last night’s home game, be part of the opening festivities, and enjoy a free snack and drink! 🍿🥤
The smiles said it all… these kiddos had an absolute blast and loved every minute of camp. Thank you to our players and coaches for creating such a fun and memorable opportunity for our future Pintos! 🙌
Our elementary students had an unforgettable experience—getting the chance to take the field before last night’s home game, be part of the opening festivities, and enjoy a free snack and drink! 🍿🥤
The smiles said it all… these kiddos had an absolute blast and loved every minute of camp. Thank you to our players and coaches for creating such a fun and memorable opportunity for our future Pintos! 🙌
🌎♻️ Pre-K is learning how to keep our Earth safe!
Our Pre-K students have been exploring ways to take care of the planet by learning about recycling and proper trash disposal. Last week, they had some very special visitors from the local trash company, who showed them a garbage truck and even a street sweeper—such an exciting hands-on experience!
To wrap up their learning, students got creative by making their very own garbage truck crafts. 🚛💚
We love seeing our youngest learners taking steps to care for the world around them! #EarthDay #FutureLeaders
Our Pre-K students have been exploring ways to take care of the planet by learning about recycling and proper trash disposal. Last week, they had some very special visitors from the local trash company, who showed them a garbage truck and even a street sweeper—such an exciting hands-on experience!
To wrap up their learning, students got creative by making their very own garbage truck crafts. 🚛💚
We love seeing our youngest learners taking steps to care for the world around them! #EarthDay #FutureLeaders
April’s Character Trait of the Month was Courage, and we had some incredibly brave Pintos to celebrate! 💪💙
Shoutout to our awesome MVPs:
Matilda Strein
Samantha Mosqueda-Ambriz
Luis Acevedo Escobar
Hadley Blair
Jensen Moss
Isabella Lemus Barajas
Harper Watts
Kyson Simmons
Jionni Bravo Tapia
Carter Furcinite
Victor Sintas
Ellie Gerlt
Axel Mallicoat
Daenerys Vega
Haylee Maddox
Arthur Goans
Skylar Branch
Hunter Zimmerman
Jett Coffelt
Corbin Griggs
Harper Dent
Inga McGill
CJ Kunze
Lucas Connell
Erin Baker
Julian Castro
Ava Lepper
Emerson Rooney
Sebastian Corona
We are so proud of these students for showing courage each and every day. Keep leading the way, Pintos! 👏✨
Shoutout to our awesome MVPs:
Matilda Strein
Samantha Mosqueda-Ambriz
Luis Acevedo Escobar
Hadley Blair
Jensen Moss
Isabella Lemus Barajas
Harper Watts
Kyson Simmons
Jionni Bravo Tapia
Carter Furcinite
Victor Sintas
Ellie Gerlt
Axel Mallicoat
Daenerys Vega
Haylee Maddox
Arthur Goans
Skylar Branch
Hunter Zimmerman
Jett Coffelt
Corbin Griggs
Harper Dent
Inga McGill
CJ Kunze
Lucas Connell
Erin Baker
Julian Castro
Ava Lepper
Emerson Rooney
Sebastian Corona
We are so proud of these students for showing courage each and every day. Keep leading the way, Pintos! 👏✨
Our 3rd graders are diving into the world of Greek mythology and art! 🏺✨
Students are creating their own myth-inspired stories through unique vase designs. Using oil pastels and tempera paint, they made scratch art by layering colors and then carefully scratching their designs into the dried paint.
We love seeing their creativity come to life in such a fun and meaningful way! 🎨
Students are creating their own myth-inspired stories through unique vase designs. Using oil pastels and tempera paint, they made scratch art by layering colors and then carefully scratching their designs into the dried paint.
We love seeing their creativity come to life in such a fun and meaningful way! 🎨
The Elementary PTO is giving back in a big way! 👏📚
Teachers who attended 2 out of 4 PTO meetings were awarded classroom grants for supplies of their choosing—and the PTO made it happen by purchasing those items!
Shoutout to Mrs. Biggs, Ms. Walters, Ms. Muri, Mrs. Reichel, Mrs. Barlow, and Mrs. Medlin for showing up and supporting the PTO! 🎉
A huge THANK YOU to our PTO for investing in our students and classrooms. Your support truly makes a difference! 💙✨ #PintoPride
Teachers who attended 2 out of 4 PTO meetings were awarded classroom grants for supplies of their choosing—and the PTO made it happen by purchasing those items!
Shoutout to Mrs. Biggs, Ms. Walters, Ms. Muri, Mrs. Reichel, Mrs. Barlow, and Mrs. Medlin for showing up and supporting the PTO! 🎉
A huge THANK YOU to our PTO for investing in our students and classrooms. Your support truly makes a difference! 💙✨ #PintoPride
🏃♂️ 37th Annual Lions Club Track Meet 🏃♀️
The 37th Annual Lions Club Track Meet will take place on May 1st at the high school, beginning at 9:00 AM. Events and the awards ceremony are expected to wrap up around 2:00–2:30 PM.
Track meet papers for 4th, 5th, and 6th-grade students were sent home today. Please note that the permission slips include incorrect dates.
To clarify:
The track meet is on May 1st, and the permission slip covers transportation for students riding the bus to the high school on April 27th, 28th, and May 1st.
The 37th Annual Lions Club Track Meet will take place on May 1st at the high school, beginning at 9:00 AM. Events and the awards ceremony are expected to wrap up around 2:00–2:30 PM.
Track meet papers for 4th, 5th, and 6th-grade students were sent home today. Please note that the permission slips include incorrect dates.
To clarify:
The track meet is on May 1st, and the permission slip covers transportation for students riding the bus to the high school on April 27th, 28th, and May 1st.
Welcome to the Pinto Family!
We’re excited to welcome our new elementary preschool teacher, Emma Rice, to the team! We’re so glad to have you with us and can’t wait to see the great things you’ll do with our students. 💙🐴
We’re excited to welcome our new elementary preschool teacher, Emma Rice, to the team! We’re so glad to have you with us and can’t wait to see the great things you’ll do with our students. 💙🐴
🏀 California Pinto Boys Basketball Camp 🏀
Get ready to hit the court this summer, Pintos! This is a great opportunity to build skills, compete, and have fun with our high school coaches and players.
📅 Camp Dates & Times by Grade:
Current Grades 3–5
🗓 May 11–14
⏰ 3:00–4:30 PM
📍 CMS
Current Grades 6–7
🗓 May 26–29
⏰ 10:00–11:30 AM
📍 High School
Current Grades 8–11
🗓 May 26–29
⏰ 8:00–10:00 AM
📍 High School
💲 Cost: $30
✔️ Make checks payable to: Boys Basketball Booster Club
📩 Questions? Contact:
brandon.kliethermes@californiak12.org
trey.porter@californiak12.org
📌 Registration Info:
• Elementary & Middle School: Return form + payment to Elem or MS Office
• High School: Return form + payment to Coach Kliethermes or HS Office
Get ready to hit the court this summer, Pintos! This is a great opportunity to build skills, compete, and have fun with our high school coaches and players.
📅 Camp Dates & Times by Grade:
Current Grades 3–5
🗓 May 11–14
⏰ 3:00–4:30 PM
📍 CMS
Current Grades 6–7
🗓 May 26–29
⏰ 10:00–11:30 AM
📍 High School
Current Grades 8–11
🗓 May 26–29
⏰ 8:00–10:00 AM
📍 High School
💲 Cost: $30
✔️ Make checks payable to: Boys Basketball Booster Club
📩 Questions? Contact:
brandon.kliethermes@californiak12.org
trey.porter@californiak12.org
📌 Registration Info:
• Elementary & Middle School: Return form + payment to Elem or MS Office
• High School: Return form + payment to Coach Kliethermes or HS Office
