MOSPRA Administrator of the Year and New Professional of the Year

Dr. Matt Teeter and Whitney Burrell recognized by MOSPRA.

Willard Named Best Community for Music Education

For the 12th year, Willard Schools is recognized for their outstanding music programming throughout the District.

Dr. Matt Teeter Named 2019 "Superintendent to Watch" by NSPRA

Five Elementary Students Honored at "Picture the Music" Awards in St. Louis

Elementary artists recognized among top 100 of 12,000+ artwork entries.

Willard High School Student Earns Floral Design Certification

Congratulations to Emma Graves for earning this certification.

Willard Schools Earn 100% on DESE APR

This report called the APR, Annual Performance Report, results are in... (drum roll, please...)

Willard Becomes an Autism Friendly Community

Mayor Hendrickson reads an Autism Friendly Community proclamation on December 10.

The Pride: Fall 2018

The Fall 2018 Pride Edition hit mailboxes last weekend! Check it out here!

Veterans Day 2018

Take a look at how our Veterans were celebrated around the District.

Asst. Superintendent Dr. Chris Templeton

Asst. Superintendent, Dr. Chris Templeton, was appointed to the WGU Teacher's College P-12 Advisory Council.

Art to Inspire

Tigers come together to inspire a beautiful piece of art.

A Million Dreams Project

7 Habits Community Training

On September 29th our Willard Schools Leader in Me Trainers hosted a complimentary leadership training for community members.

Jamalee Hancock MSHAA Coach of the Year

Long-time WHS head volleyball coach Jamalee Hancock was selected as MSHAA Coach of the Year!

Learning Together

Paw Packs

After a successful fundraiser last Spring, Willard High School Student Government Association wanted to make a difference locally for other Willard Tigers.

Standards Based Teaching & Learning

At Willard Schools we believe in supporting all students in the progression of their learning.

One-on-One With Every District Colleague

Our Superintendent, Dr. Matt Teeter was published in the Association of School Administrators Magazine!

Willard Central Named Leader in Me Lighthouse School

Willard Central Celebrated Lighthouse Status as a School Family on May 23rd

The Pride: May 2018

Catch the last edition of The Pride: ENews of the year!

Willard Central Named 2018 Gold Star School

Congratulations to Willard Central Elementary!

WCCF Awards $2,500 in Classroom Grants

On April 23rd Dr. Teeter and WCCF President Jacque Gray awarded five classrooms with $500 grants.

2018 Festival of PawsAbilities

Saturday, April 14th students, staff, and friends gathered to celebrate all student's abilities at the Festival of PawsAbilities!

The Pride: April 2018

Catch up on news around the District in the April 2018 Pride E-News.

Cox Health Junior Medical Explorers Program

Students explored the field of medicine through the CoxHealth Junior Medical Explorers Program.

The Pride: March 2018

Board of Education positions to fill, Read Across America Week, and more!

Willard Schools Board of Education to Fill Two Positions

Willard Schools voters will go to the polls on April 3.

Board of Education Recap: February 26, 2018

Updates of Willard Schools tennis courts, groundbreaking, and more!

WHS Students Gain Internship Experience

Willard High School students are participating in 8-16 week internships this spring.

WHS Welcomes Alex and Marcy Henderson to the Activities Hall of Fame

Class of 2007 WHS graduates were inducted to the WHS Hall of Fame on Friday night.

Willard Intermediate School Groundbreaking Ceremony

Willard Schools broke ground on the additional intermediate school Tuesday, February 13th.

Willard Schools wins runner-up "Best Public School"

The Springfield News-Leader hosted its annual "Best of" awards Monday night.

The Pride: February 2018

Courtwarming, family reading night, and more!

WHS Junior Selected to National Colts Drum & Bugle Corps

WHS Junior, Bowen Pennell, will tour the US this summer with top percussionists.

Board of Education Meeting Recap: January 22, 2018

Take a look at the January BOE Meeting Recap here.

Students Transition to Success

WHS Journalism student, Raelyn Shapler, created this feature on our Special Education Transition Classes.

Dr. Shane Medlin honored as 2018 Southwest Missouri Distinguished Principal

Willard Central Elementary Principal, Dr. Shane Medlin, honored by MAESP.

The Pride: December 2017

Take a look at news around the district here.

Trotting For Willard Kids

The 6th Annual Willard Turkey Trot was a record breaking success.

Thankful for Clear Sight

Thanks to a grant from WCCF, a new vision screening tool can be used for all of our Willard Schools students.

Board of Education Recap: November 20, 2017

Take a look at the highlights of the November Board of Education meeting here.

Willard Named Top 20 Safest Cities in Missouri

SafeWise named Willard the number 20 “safest city in Missouri”.

The Pride: November 2017

November news around the district, all in one place!

Dreaming For the District: Community Survey

Take our Community Survey here.

Board of Education Meeting Recap: October 19, 2017

Catch the Board of Education Meeting Recap for October here.

Dreaming for the District

The Willard community embarks on the process of creating a 5 year strategic plan for our District.

Celebrating 50 Years of Willard Tiger Football

On Friday, October 6th, the community honored the 1967 football team, the first to compete for Willard.

The Pride: October 2017

Take a look at news from across the district, all in one place!

Willard Tiger Homecoming 9.22.17

In case you missed it: Take a look at this WHS Homecoming Photo Gallery

Board of Education Meeting Recap: September

The Board of Education met on September 21, 2017. Here are the highlights.

Work Begins at the Future Willard Intermediate School Site

Demolition to clear the 17 acres of land in preparation for construction began mid-September.

The Pride: September 2017

Catch up on September news for each Willard Schools building, in one place!

Senior Ashlyn Wadle Attends 2017 Girls Nation

Ms. Wadle was selected to attend the Girls Nation Leadership Conference in Washington, D.C. Click title to read more.

Emily Hartman Honored as Missouri Teacher of the Year Nominee

Mrs. Hartman, 3rd grade teacher at Willard South was honored August 28th. Click title to read more.

Orchard Hills Ribbon Cutting

On Monday, August 28th we cut the ribbon to our classroom and learning park addition. Click title to read more.

Board of Education Meeting Recap: August 17, 2017

The Board of Education met in regular session on Thursday, August 17th, the first day of school. Click title to read more.