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We're Hiring

The Couch R-I School District would like to announce that Anthony Collins has been hired as the district’s Superintendent for the 2026–2027 school year, effective July 1, 2026.

Anthony Collins has dedicated 16 years to education, including 14 years as a high school mathematics teacher and the past two years as Junior High/High School Principal and Federal Programs Director at Couch R-I School District. He holds a Master of Science in Educational Administration and a Specialist degree in Educational Administration with an emphasis in Superintendency from Missouri State University.

Anthony and his wife, Kayla, have been married for 18 years. Kayla serves the district as a Speech-Language Pathology Assistant (SLPA) and Art Teacher. Together, they are the proud parents of five children: Olivia (15), Adalynd (12), Cole (8), Noah (6), and Willow (3). All five of their children attend or will attend Couch R-I School District.

Mr. Collins is committed to supporting student success, fostering strong relationships, and building on the traditions of excellence that make Couch R-I a special place for students, staff, and families.

Special Board Meeting

Couch School District R-I Special Session Board Meeting
via Zoom or Board Room
June 10, 2026
4:00 p.m.

  1. Special Business
    1. Approve Agenda
  2. New Business
  3. Public Participation
  4. Executive Session
    1. Staff
  5. Adjourn Session

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2026-2027 School Calendar

We're Hiring

Special Board Meeting

Couch School District R-I Special Session Board Meeting
via Zoom or Board Room
May 18, 2026
5:00 p.m.

  1. Special Business
    1. Approve Agenda
  2. New Business
  3. Public Participation
  4. Executive Session
    1. Staff
  5. Adjourn Session

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Special Board Meeting

Couch School District R-I Special Session Board Meeting via Zoom or Board Room

May 15, 2026
5:00 p.m.

  1. Special Business
    1. Approve Agenda
  2. New Business
  3. Public Participation
  4. Executive Session
    1. Staff
  5. Adjourn Session

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Last Day of School

Morning Announcements for Thu., May 14, 2026

Good morning everybody. Here are your morning announcements.

Today's Lunch
  • Crispito
  • Veggie
  • Fruit
  • Milk
Announcements
  • As always, please, remember DO NOT let anyone in the buildings.
  • Students, don’t forget to turn in your class dues!
  • FFA-FCCLA-FBLA- The rewards Trip to Silver Dollar City is Mon., May 18, 2026. Final numbers and money is due TODAY (Tuesday) at the end of the day. Tickets will be ordered on Wednesday by noon. If you must purchase your ticket to go, it must be paid prior to the tickets being ordered. Please confirm with Mrs. Parker, Mrs. Royer or Mrs. Crowder if you are or are not going by Tuesday.
Go Indians!

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Morning Announcements for Wed., May 13, 2026

Good morning everybody. Here are your morning announcements.

Today's Lunch
  • Sack Lunch - Hot Dog
  • Celery Stick
  • Chips
  • Fruit
  • Milk
Announcements
  • As always, please, remember DO NOT let anyone in the buildings.
  • Students, don’t forget to turn in your class dues!
  • Elementary Field Day is today, Wed., May 12, 2026.
  • FFA-FCCLA-FBLA- The rewards Trip to Silver Dollar City is Mon., May 18, 2026. Final numbers and money is due TODAY (Tuesday) at the end of the day. Tickets will be ordered on Wednesday by noon. If you must purchase your ticket to go, it must be paid prior to the tickets being ordered. Please confirm with Mrs. Parker, Mrs. Royer or Mrs. Crowder if you are or are not going by Tuesday.
Go Indians!

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Mission Statement

The mission of Couch R-1 School District is to provide experiences that will enhance the skills and talents students possess in order to prepare them for life.


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