Congratulations to Mallary Barks for being selected to the SCAA All-Conference volleyball team.
Congratulations to Mallary Barks, Ella Cook, and Addyson Massa for making the Academic All-State Volleyball Team.
Woodland Elementary Leader in Me will be hosting their 3rd annual Princess Dance on Saturday, March 15th in the High School Gym from 6-8 pm. Ticket order forms will go home Tuesday, February 18th. This event is only for Woodland girls in pre-k - 4th grade (girls enrolled in the Parents as Teachers program are also able to come).
Senior Sara Koenig has decided to pursue a career as a large animal veterinarian. She plans to begin her journey at Southeast Missouri State University. Congratulations Sara! #CardinalPride #rootEdMissouri #iDecided
HSGB @ St. Vincent's P'Ville for tonight has been CANCELED. A makeup date will be posted when determined. Thanks.
Hannah Vawter, a senior at Woodland High School, visited the ELAIII classes to present information about her first place win last year in the Black River Electric Cooperative Essay and Oratorical Competition. Teachers asked if she would present to students to motivate them to enter this year. Hannah received a week long trip to Washington, D.C., and reported that she was nervous at first. She had never flown in a plane or had such an extensive trip without family. However, she told the students, “It was a life-changing experience!”
Woodland School District Family Night - PK-8
Feb 11, 2025, from 6:00 to 8:00 PM
Senior Ben Gabriel won second place in the VFW Voice of Democracy speech competition.
The Woodland Speech Club competed at Jackson. All students received quality scores. Lia Fain and Jespn Evans took home first for Duet Acting. Peyton Slaughter took home first for Humorous Interpretation.
Woodland R-IV School District Announces Mr. Cole Byassee as the next Superintendent for the 2025-2026 School Year.
Mr. Byassee believes that, “together” with the help of the staff, the community, and the board members, that he can continue to help build on the successes of the district while addressing challenges along the way for continued growth and student achievement.
The Woodland R-IV Board of Education also believes that Byassee is the right person for the job.
Board President Lance Vangennip spoke on behalf of the Board saying that the members felt that, “Mr. Byassee’s values and experience will benefit the Woodland School District and the community. He impressed us with his knowledge, enthusiasm, and desire to continue positive change in the District. Because of this, we are confident that we will work well together in the future for the good of the staff, the students, the school, and the community, as a whole.”
Upon accepting the Board’s offer of employment, Byassee further supported the Board’s insight by saying, “I am honored to join Woodland R-IV and excited to work alongside such a dedicated staff. Together, we will work to create an atmosphere where every student can be successful.”
Byassee’s strong belief in hard work - “together” - comes from his experiences as well as his core values. He began his career in education as a Middle School/High School Science teacher. From there, he continued to develop himself professionally and accepted his first leadership role in education as an Assistant Middle School Principal. Byassee then worked his way up the ‘educational ladder’ to become Assistant Superintendent for several years, and then on to Superintendent.
Byassee believes it is his experiences that help drive his successes, but throughout his journey, he never forgot what was truly important.
“As a leader, it is important to approach every decision with a student first mentality. I am passionate about ensuring that every student has the support they need while challenging them to be the best version of themselves,” Byassee said.
Mr. Byassee is also not a stranger to the family setting. He has been married for 25 years to his wife, Kristin Byassee. Together, they have three children, Adalyn, Rafe, and Pacey, and one grandson, Huck. When Byassee is not investing his time in his school, you can find him spending time with his family, in the ‘great outdoors,’ or fishing.
The Woodland R-IV School District, along with the Missouri State High School Activities Association (MSHSAA), is proud to announce that Mr. Ryan Layton has been recognized as 2023-24 National Federation of State High School Associations (NFHS) Coach of the year. "Ryan Layton started the Cross Country program at Woodland High School and has spent 19 years building it into a powerhouse. His boys' team claimed the school's first ever state championship in 2023, marking a historic achievement for the program. Layton has led his Cross Country teams to multiple conference and district championships and numerous top-four finishes at the state level. He is deeply involved in his community through the Marble Hill Optimist Club and serves on various athletic advisory committees. Layton believes that coaching is about more than winning - it's about teaching athletes life skills, resilience, and discipline that will serve them well beyond their time in sports." Congratulations Coach Layton!
The Woodland School District Bus #2 was involved in an accident this morning. The bus was rear-ended at a bus stop. The district assessed the passengers and the driver of the bus for injuries and transported the students back to the district on another bus. We are still in the process of communicating with parents of the students and the district will provide support for any students effected by the accident. The district is appreciative of Bollinger County Emergency Services, the Bollinger County Sherriff's Officers, and the Missouri State Highway Patrol in assisting the safe return of the students to the District.
Woodland School District will be open on Thursday, January 16th. Buses will run where possible and students are advised to be very careful in the morning when driving to school. After school club reopen next week Wednesday, January 21st. Preschool services will be on normal extended care hours starting tomorrow. We look forward to seeing the students tomorrow morning!
Good afternoon, the Woodland School District will be closed on Wednesday, January 15th. Staff will report to school tomorrow to prepare for students return on Thursday. Hopefully the weather will cooperate tomorrow and we hope to see everyone on Thursday.
Good afternoon. The Woodland R-4 School District will not be in session on Tuesday, January 14. Thank you.
Athletics update: 1/14-HSGB BCS Conference Trn. will be played @ WOODLAND. 5:30 Meadow Heights vs ? 7:00 Woodland vs ? 1/15-HSGB BCS Conference Trn @ Oak Ridge, TBD.
Athletics update:
1/14-HSGB @ Woodland (BCS Conf. Trn., 6:00)
1/15-HSGB @ Oak Ridge ( BCS Conf. Trn., TBD)
1/15-HSBB @ Richland, 6:00 (Makeup game.)
Go Cardinals!
Good afternoon. The Woodland R-4 School District will be closed on Monday, January 13th. Thank you
Jr. High volleyball try-out/practice begins Monday, February 10th, from 3:15-5:30 pm. Girls must have a current athletic physical on file in the middle school office. Athletic Physicals are valid for two years. Please e-mail Coach Johnson if you have questions: ejohnson@wsdr4.net
Update:
HSGB and HSBB @ Poplar Bluff for 1/11, postponed. Once a makeup date has been determined information will be posted.