Meet Results from Ash Grove JH Meet and JH State Qualifiers
4 new school records and 2 medals were earned last night. We also had some huge new PRS!
School Records
Liam Hooper smashes his own javelin record to win the event with a throw of 28.61. He also beat the hurdle record!
The girls 4x200 of Yvonne Colf, Brynlee Rice, Khloe Wilson, and Emery Pratte took down this record for the 3rd consecutive meet, smashing their previous time by 3 seconds, running 2:04.01
The girls 4x4 of Yvonne Colf, Emmari Back, Suzanna Fast, and Khloe Wilson also took down the records for the third straight time in 5:06.71
Medalists
Liam Hooper took 1st in Javelin
Ethan Rodiger took 3rd in the 1600 with a 13 second PR!
PRs (not already mentioned)
Kaylah Tamm PRd in both the Shot Put and the Discus with big new marks!
MS State Qualifiers
We had several athletes qualify for state and are listed in the graphic. We also qualified in the Girls 4x2 and 4x4, as well as the boys 4x1 and 4x2. Athletes that weren't in an individual event but are in a relay include Carter and Lukas Ball and Suzanna Fast! We head to state next Saturday to compete!
🎉 MAP & EOC Pump-Up Rally Recap! 🎉
What an incredible way to kick off testing week! Our students brought the energy, the excitement, and the school spirit to today’s assembly! 💥🐾
From fun games to lots of laughs, it’s safe to say we are READY to take on MAP & EOC testing! 💪📚
🏆 Attendance Challenge is ON!
Remember—the building with the best attendance this week wins, and their principal will face one of our hilarious challenges:
🥧 Pie in the Face – Delivered by fellow principals!
🎒 Student for a Day – Dress like a student and follow their full schedule
🕺 TikTok Dance Challenge – Perform a student-voted trending dance
✂️ Shave Their Head – A big-time commitment for school spirit!
Let’s show up, stay focused, and give it our best all week long! Every day counts!
💥 We’ve got this, Panthers! 💥
Meet Results from the Jason Pyrah Invitational from Willard
No medals or school records this time, but still a ton of PRs or SBs against some really good competition with tons of class 4 and 5 schools
Blake was our only point scorers taking 4th in Javelin and 8th in the 400
The graphic includes all athletes that had multiple PRs, with several other athletes getting a PR as well!
No medals or school records this time, but still a ton of PRs or SBs against some really good competition with tons of class 4 and 5 schools
Blake was our only point scorers taking 4th in Javelin and 8th in the 400
The graphic includes all athletes that had multiple PRs, with several other athletes getting a PR as well!
JH Track Meet Day @ Ash Grove
🏐 Welcome Coach Buckner! 🏐
On Monday night the MCE Board of Education approved the hire of Margaret Buckner for the position of Head Volleyball Coach!
"Hi everyone! My name is Margaret Buckner, and I’m excited to be here and be a part of this community. I’m originally from Washington, Missouri, and have called the Springfield area home for the past several years. I currently live in Walnut Grove and spend a lot of time on the farm with my husband, Josh, and his family.
Before coming here, I had the opportunity to coach volleyball at Bolivar, which was a very rewarding experience and helped shape my passion for the game and developing student-athletes.
I have a strong passion for working with kids, building a positive team culture, and helping athletes grow both on and off the court. I’m really looking forward to connecting with everyone and making this a fun and successful season!"
Please join us in welcoming Coach Buckner to MCE!
On Monday night the MCE Board of Education approved the hire of Margaret Buckner for the position of Head Volleyball Coach!
"Hi everyone! My name is Margaret Buckner, and I’m excited to be here and be a part of this community. I’m originally from Washington, Missouri, and have called the Springfield area home for the past several years. I currently live in Walnut Grove and spend a lot of time on the farm with my husband, Josh, and his family.
Before coming here, I had the opportunity to coach volleyball at Bolivar, which was a very rewarding experience and helped shape my passion for the game and developing student-athletes.
I have a strong passion for working with kids, building a positive team culture, and helping athletes grow both on and off the court. I’m really looking forward to connecting with everyone and making this a fun and successful season!"
Please join us in welcoming Coach Buckner to MCE!
HS Track Meet Day @ Willard
The Board has approved the promotion of Mr. Brett Rippee to serve as the Middle and High School Principal. Mr. Rippee has consistently demonstrated strong leadership, a commitment to students, and a focus on building positive relationships throughout our school community.
He has done an outstanding job in his current role, and we are excited to build on that success as he leads the middle and high school moving forward. His leadership will continue to strengthen our culture, support staff, and enhance student achievement.
Please join us in congratulating Mr. Rippee on this well-deserved opportunity!
He has done an outstanding job in his current role, and we are excited to build on that success as he leads the middle and high school moving forward. His leadership will continue to strengthen our culture, support staff, and enhance student achievement.
Please join us in congratulating Mr. Rippee on this well-deserved opportunity!
🌟 Happy Administrative Professionals Day! 🌟
Today we’re celebrating Missy and Julie, the heart of MCE Secondary! 💙
From keeping the front office running smoothly to greeting everyone with a smile, Missy and Julie do it all. Their organization, kindness, and dedication help make our school a welcoming place for students, staff, and families every single day.
Thank you, Missy and Julie, for everything you do—we are so lucky to have you! 💼✨
#AdministrativeProfessionalsDay #MCEPride #ThankYouMissyAndJulie
🌟 Happy Administrative Professionals Day! 🌟
Today we’re celebrating Kathy Painter at the Marion C. Early District Office! 💙
From keeping the office running smoothly to supporting staff and families with a smile, Kathy does it all. Her organization, kindness, and dedication help make our district a welcoming and efficient place every single day.
Thank you, Kathy, for everything you do—we are so lucky to have you! 💼✨
#AdministrativeProfessionalsDay #MCEPride #ThankYouKathy
Meet Results from Monday and Tuesday
Monday - JH @ Chadwick
6 new school records and several more medal performances
School Records included the boys 4x200, girls 4x200, girls 4x400, Clay Scott in High Jump, Khloe Wilson in the 400, and Piper Sawyer in the Triple Jump
Medalists included 3rd in the 7th grade boys 4x100, 2nd in the 8th grade boys 4x100, 2nd in the 8th grade boys 4x200, Ethan Rodiger 2nd in High Jump and 1st in the 400 and 800, 3rd in 8th grade girls 4x400, Yvonne Colf 3rd in the 1600, and Piper Sayer 3rd in the 100 Hurdles.
Tuesday - HS @ SBU
This was a huge meet with over 60 schools and 2,500 entries. Our athletes fought hard and competed well throughout the 10+ hour track meet. We did not manage any Medalists (top 5), but had several good performances and 2 new school records
School records were set by Cheyanne VanDyke, taking 33 seconds off of her own steeplechase record, and the boys 4x400, taking almost 4 seconds off of the old record and moving up to 7th in the state
We scored points in 2 events, taking 7th in the 4x4 (ranked 19th in the meet) and Blake Salyer finished 6th, just .1 from medaling in the 400
Monday - JH @ Chadwick
6 new school records and several more medal performances
School Records included the boys 4x200, girls 4x200, girls 4x400, Clay Scott in High Jump, Khloe Wilson in the 400, and Piper Sawyer in the Triple Jump
Medalists included 3rd in the 7th grade boys 4x100, 2nd in the 8th grade boys 4x100, 2nd in the 8th grade boys 4x200, Ethan Rodiger 2nd in High Jump and 1st in the 400 and 800, 3rd in 8th grade girls 4x400, Yvonne Colf 3rd in the 1600, and Piper Sayer 3rd in the 100 Hurdles.
Tuesday - HS @ SBU
This was a huge meet with over 60 schools and 2,500 entries. Our athletes fought hard and competed well throughout the 10+ hour track meet. We did not manage any Medalists (top 5), but had several good performances and 2 new school records
School records were set by Cheyanne VanDyke, taking 33 seconds off of her own steeplechase record, and the boys 4x400, taking almost 4 seconds off of the old record and moving up to 7th in the state
We scored points in 2 events, taking 7th in the 4x4 (ranked 19th in the meet) and Blake Salyer finished 6th, just .1 from medaling in the 400
HS Track Meet Day @ SBU
Morrisville Athletic Activities Week of April 20th - 25th
JH Track Meet Day @ Chadwick
MCE JH Baseball & Softball Tournaments Postponed Today
🎉 Join us as we celebrate retirement! 🎉
MCE Schools invites our community to join us in honoring four incredible staff members as they retire and close this meaningful chapter of their careers:
✨ Cheryl Hinkle
✨ Alan Rogers
✨ Bengie Gray
✨ AJ Wood
We would love for family, friends, students, staff, and community members to come celebrate their years of dedication and service.
📅 Date: May 11, 2026
⏰ Time: 9:00–10:30 AM
📍 Location: Elementary AP Room
Come share memories, express appreciation, and help us send them off with the celebration they deserve!
MCE Schools invites our community to join us in honoring four incredible staff members as they retire and close this meaningful chapter of their careers:
✨ Cheryl Hinkle
✨ Alan Rogers
✨ Bengie Gray
✨ AJ Wood
We would love for family, friends, students, staff, and community members to come celebrate their years of dedication and service.
📅 Date: May 11, 2026
⏰ Time: 9:00–10:30 AM
📍 Location: Elementary AP Room
Come share memories, express appreciation, and help us send them off with the celebration they deserve!
Yesterday our 7th Grade Band performed at the Strafford Band Contest and earned a Gold Rating! This is the highest level of performance. Two judges each score the band out of 100 points - our musicians earned a 92 and a 94! Congratulations!
HS/JH Combo Track Meet @ Ash Grove
JH Track Results from Stockton
Another great meet from the Panthers, yielding 5 new school records, 3 medal performances and 22 new PRs
School Records
Emery Pratte, fresh off of her 400m school record, comes back and beats the 200m record. She was also apart of the 4x200 along with Brynlee Rice, Khloe Wilson, and Kylie Wilson who broke the school record, as well as the 4x400 along with Yvonne Colf and both Wilsons who took down that record as well
Clay Scott and Ethan Rodiger became the first JH boys to eclipse a bar in High Jump, with Clay now holding the school record in the event
The boys 4x200 of Carter Ball, Lukas Ball, Ethan Rodiger, and Jay Schneider narrowly edge out last weeks school record in the event
Medalists
The girls 4x200 team took 3rd
Ethan Rodiger continued his distance success, winning both the 800 and 1600
Another great meet from the Panthers, yielding 5 new school records, 3 medal performances and 22 new PRs
School Records
Emery Pratte, fresh off of her 400m school record, comes back and beats the 200m record. She was also apart of the 4x200 along with Brynlee Rice, Khloe Wilson, and Kylie Wilson who broke the school record, as well as the 4x400 along with Yvonne Colf and both Wilsons who took down that record as well
Clay Scott and Ethan Rodiger became the first JH boys to eclipse a bar in High Jump, with Clay now holding the school record in the event
The boys 4x200 of Carter Ball, Lukas Ball, Ethan Rodiger, and Jay Schneider narrowly edge out last weeks school record in the event
Medalists
The girls 4x200 team took 3rd
Ethan Rodiger continued his distance success, winning both the 800 and 1600
Morrisville JH Softball Tournament 1st RD.
MCE Lady Panthers vs. Pleasant Hope Lady Pirates
MCE Lady Panthers vs. Pleasant Hope Lady Pirates
Big district win!
