BOE Recognitions September 16, 2026

Jefferson R-VII Board of Education Honors Summer Student Leadership Participants and Staff Achievement

At its September 16, 2026 meeting, the Jefferson R-VII Board of Education recognized notable achievements across the district, celebrating students who participated in statewide summer leadership programs and a major staff academic milestone.

Student Summer Program Recognitions

The Board recognized several students who were selected to represent Jefferson R-VII in prestigious leadership and academic programs over the summer:

Rotary Youth Leadership Academy (RYLA): Olivia Bone and Josie Bright

Missouri Girls State: Olivia Lee and Candice Raymond

Candice R. & Olivia L.

Missouri Boys State: Grady Fallert, Truett Fallert, Dylan Grayum, Holden Green, and Brennan Martin

Holden G. Brennan M., Dylan G.

Missouri Scholars Academy: Kate Haug and DJ Drysdale

DJ D., Kate H.

Congratulations to each student for their dedication and for representing our school district so well!

Doctoral Recognition

The Board recognized Dr. Steve Horn for successfully completing his dissertation and earning his doctoral degree through Missouri Baptist University. Earning a doctorate requires immense hard work and dedication, and we are proud to share in celebrating this major milestone.

Dr. Horn

Congratulations Dr. Horn!