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Camdenton R-III Camdenton R-III schools place a high value on quality education. Striving to provide that education in the face of unprecedented growth in student population presents a great challenge. The district offers modern facilities and dedicated teachers. Strong extra-curricular programs in athletics, art, music, and special programs for gifted and talented students, and those with learning disabilities, allow each student to reach his or her full potential. Some of the programs available to students include drama, FFA, FHA, FBLA, industrial technology, band, chorus, and vocational agriculture. Athletic programs encompass football, volleyball, softball, basketball, wrestling, track, baseball, golf, and weight training.
Four elementary schools serve more than 2,000 students, with nearly 150 teachers. The Middle School has more than 600 students and nearly 50 certified staff members. High school and vocational technical programs serve more than 1,100 students with more than 90 teachers. The school district covers 334 square miles in three counties (Camden, Morgan, and Laclede). Four incorporated cities are within the 213,760 acre district. Everyone connected with R-III Schools
believes all students can learn and need to be willing Teachers facilitate learning and problem solving rather than just providing information. Students, teachers, parents, and staff are all accountable for the success, support, and nurturing of students for optimum development. District students have access to the latest technology, with an average of one computer for every six students and more than 600 Internet-capable computers in the district. For more information, you may call the Upper School at 573-346-0590 or the R-III Schools at 573-346-5651. Bus Barn S may be reached by calling 573-346-7269.
Lake Career and Technical Center The Lake Career and Technical Center provides a complete guidance and counseling service to assist students in making important decisions about educational, vocational, and personal matters. The vocational counselor and classroom instructors assist students in securing employment after successful completion of training programs, as well as part-time jobs for those who desire to work while in school. Students in each program are provided with pre-employment preparation instruction. Job placement is a coordinated effort among all staff members. The school contacts employers to assist in graduate placement. The facility also provides an extensive Adult Basic Education program which includes: GED program, reading skills, assistance with speaking English; upgrading math skills, letter writing; learning to help your children with school work; Work Connection Learning Lab. For more information, call 573-346-4260.
State Fair Community College and Columbia College provide quality education in a variety of areas.
In addition, more than a
dozen other colleges and universities are close by and offer a variety of |
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learners. While all students are unique with
varying learning styles, abilities, strengths, and interests, and should be offered
opportunities to maximize their capabilities, students are responsible for personal
decisions, actions, and behaviors with appropriate consequences. Learning is enhanced
through social interaction, and all students are encouraged to develop their talents in
school and other community activities.
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