Bayless Magazine Fall 2025

Strategic Success Page Seven: College and career readiness at Bayless High School

Fall 2025/Vol. 9

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Page Nine: Cross Country runs to state

Woody Babb, President Sarah Reece, Vice President Jeff Preisack ’83, Member Shannon Kohler, Member

Board of Education

Michelle Padgett, Member Laura Van Zale ’83, Member Stephanie McCreary, Member

District Administration

Amy Ruzicka Superintendent of Schools (314) 256-8601

VICC Transportation (314) 721-8657

Dr. Chel’Lee Whitten Assistant Superintendent (314) 256-8658 Anna Barton Director of Instructional Effectiveness (314) 256-8601 ext. 8088 Preston Sterett, ‘05 Director of Business & Finance (314) 256-8687 Zach Morris Employee Relations Specialist (314) 256-8108 Stephen Terrill Marketing and Communications Coordinator (314) 256-8115

Kelly Stahlhuth District Activities Director (314) 256-8664 Barbara Shetley District Registrar (314) 256-8100 Kari Wolford ‘03 Transportation Supervisor (314) 256-8601 Fadil Hamidovic Director of Technology (314) 256-8611 Dr. Monika Hasanbasic ELD Director (314) 256-8600 ext. 2304

Junior high students compete at the Bayless Games.

Students in a second grade class participate in a Zoom call with an engineer.

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Early Childhood Center (314) 256-8630

Christina Ly ’99, Principal Amra Hadzic, Administrative Assistant

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Eric Lawrence, Principal Dr. Alyssa Stock, Assistant Principal Mike Will, Dean of Students, Athletic Director Sandra Schacht, Administrative Assistant Lauren Champion ’07, Administrative Assistant Melissa Godat, Registrar School Hours: 7:30 a.m. - 2:36 p.m.

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The soccer team celebrates after defeating Affton in the district championship.

An early childhood student sits on a boat during the center’s vehicle day.

Alumni Association (314) 256-8660 ext. 8617

Sally Wear ’58 Alumni Association President

Junior High (314) 256-8690

Daniel Bieser, Principal Dr. Andrew Mertens, Assistant Principal

A kindergarten student works on a writing assignment.

Bayless is published multiple times a year to inform the public about what is occurring at the Bayless Schools — including student achievements, happenings in the classroom, involvement in the community and more. Please submit any questions, comments or letters to Stephen Terrill, Marketing and Communications Coordinator, 9296 Gravois Road, St. Louis, MO, 63123, 314-256-8115 or at: sterrill@bayless.k12.mo.us Bayless School District does not discriminate in its programs or activities on the basis of race, color, national origin, ancestry, religion, socioeconomic status, marital status, sex, sexual orientation, disability, age or any other characteristic protected by law. Inquiries related to District programs may be directed to Employee Relations Specialist and Title IX Coordinator Zach Morris at 314-2568108, 9296 Gravois Road, St. Louis, MO 63123. The Bayless School District is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

From the Superintendent Dear Bayless Community, It is a privilege to welcome you to the Fall issue of and to share exciting news about our district’s continued strategic success in all areas.

This year, Bayless School District is ranked among the top 4% of all K–12 public school districts in Missouri on the state’s 2025 Annual Performance Report. Out of more than 500 districts state wide, Bayless is ranked 20th overall and 5th in St. Louis County. Our APR score of 92.7% reflects a nearly 11-point increase from last year — a remarkable leap that highlights the strength, dedication, and hard work of our students, staff, families, and community.

The APR evaluates how well districts meet state standards by measuring multiple components of student success, including: • Student growth – how much progress students make from year to year • Student achievement – how well students meet grade-level expectations • Access to college and career readiness programs – ensuring students are prepared for their futures • Attendance – a key indicator of engagement and opportunity • Graduation rate – a reflection of persistent support and long-term success Excelling across this wide range of indicators is no small feat.

Reaching the 90s is difficult; sustaining this level of excellence is even harder. But Bayless continues to rise because of the collective commitment of Bronchos who show up every day with hard work, humility, honesty, high expectations, heart and hope.

As you explore this issue, I invite you to take pride in what these results represent. They are a celebration of our shared effort, an affirmation of our values, and a challenge to keep pushing forward. Together, we will continue to innovate, support one another, and ensure that every Bayless student receives an exceptional education.

Thank you for all the ways you contribute to the strategic success of our district. Let’s celebrate this moment and continue moving forward with purpose and pride.

With gratitude,

Magazine is distributed to alumni, parents, friends and neighbors. Its mission is to maintain ties among the district, its alumni and all of our friends and neighbors.

In this Issue: Literacy practices at Bayless Junior High

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A good start at Bayless Early Childhood Center

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All-state Soccer and Tennis coach wins regional award

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Career readiness at Bayless High School

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Learning beyond the classroom at Bayless Elementary

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Cross Country’s record-breaking season

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Caring for our schools and facilities

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The process of a snow day decision

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The Best of Bayless

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Scholar Bowl coach wins state award

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Homecoming weekend photos

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Spring activity dates

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Soccer wins district championship over Affton

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Amelia Ruzicka Superintendent of Schools

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Bayless Junior High

Literacy in all classes

BJH Preparing students to be lifelong readers As Bayless students learn and grow, so do

their literacy skills.

Bayless Junior High teachers have been adopting new practices to help students improve their use of academic language in every subject. To support this work, the teaching staff are engaging in professional learning designed to help them expand students’ knowledge of language, while differentiating to ensure all students are receiving targeted practice in key literacy skills in every class.

The practices show up in different ways depending on the class. A common example is a Readers Theater, which is a favorite of seventh-grade math teacher Steven Spoljaric.

When introducing a new concept, he creates a short play script with different characters for students to perform. They work through the dramatized story that explains how the math operation works.

“Readers Theater has been a great addition to our math classroom,” Spoljaric said. “By using repeated reading, the students are improving their reading fluency, comprehension, and vocabulary. It also exposes the kids to public speaking and working on their voice and expression. Academic terms are as important as numbers in math, and using Readers Theater is a great strategy for introducing and developing the necessary language to be successful in the math classroom. Plus, the kids have fun with it and it is a great opportunity for them to step outside their comfort zone.”

As part of a district-wide push, some of the trailblazing work at BJH is centered around the 8th grade hallway, which is on the second floor of the new addition completed in 2023.

Social Studies Teacher Matt Loomis led several teachers there to incorporate successful, The 8th grade hallway team at BJH consistent that is leading in literacy practices. practices.

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A student reads during an English Language Arts class.

“By adding structured literacy strategies to my instruction, students gain skills that are transferable to all academic contexts, and I consistently see improved comprehension, critical thinking, and academic writing proficiency,” Loomis said.

This work is also supported at the state level, through Bayless Junior High’s participation in the Comprehensive Literacy State Development grant. Recently, the State Department of Education visited Bayless to see how its focus on content area literacy and support for English Language Learners could be replicated by other districts.

While it may not be someone’s first thought for reading, you can also find these practices in classes taught by the physical education teachers. There are Readers Theatres, an emphasis on academic vocabulary, and practices in line with the rest of the courses. It’s paid dividends in Debbie Brandenburgh’s eighth grade health class.

“Not only are they learning how to become better readers themselves, but I’ve noticed students helping others with their reading,” Brandenburgh said. “Our students show patience towards others and always lend a helping hand when needed.”

All of this will lead to students being better prepared for the future ahead of them, at Bayless High School and beyond. Armed with an ability to comprehend the world around them, they can be strategic in their success.

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Bayless Early Childhood Center Athletics

A good place to start

How the ECC builds a solid foundation Preschool is a time of rapid learning, social

development, and a lot of fun. At Bayless Early Childhood Center, the staff plans ahead to create a caring environment where children can learn and grow.

Here are some of the ways the ECC has found strategic success in supporting students as they reach important milestones:

Fine Motor Skills

From ages 3-5, motor skills develop so children can interact with the world. At Dorsa participates in a fine motor the ECC, stuskill exercise in the Green Room. dents practice pre-writing and name writing every day, use cutting tools, play-doh and hands-on tools. By teaching them to focus and use their fine motor muscle groups, we prepare them to focus on reading, test taking, writing and school tasks.

“We play a variety of fun games designed to build fine motor strength,” Blue Room Teacher Assistant Sue Lucas said. “The children think they are ‘just playing,’ but they are actually working important muscles in their hands and fingers. Because we are intentional in activities and because of the kids’ effort they put into their play, we have seen strong improvements in their monthly name writing assessments.”

Language and Literacy

Language is another key part of development.

With students in upper grades continuously growing their academic reading competency and comprehension, the ECC works to establish the building blocks of literacy. There are fun rhyming games, songs and stories to create language connections.

There is a focus on age-appropriate integration of science of reading strategies, including alliteration, letters and sounds, and how these skills are a part of their every day environment. It’s in their name, the words they know and the vocabulary Lifestyle Magazine

they are using in their Learning Studies.

“At home this fall, we noticed that Fiona started pointing out rhyming words that she thought of,” ECC Parent and District Director of Instructional Effectiveness Anna Barton said. “Someone would mention a ‘tree’ and she’d say, ‘tree-bee! that rhymes!’ Then, we noticed she was hearing the syllables in words. She started talking about our family members’ names and how many syllables they had. ‘Maeve has one. Mommy has two!’”

Behind all of this, the teachers are tracking data by meeting as teacher groups to discuss what is going well, and where students need to improve.

They also provide ways for parents to connect with the learning going on at school. They send regular updates through ParentSquare, the district’s messaging system. They also send home activity bags periodically with books, math activities and handson materials. This allows parents to connect with the skills their children need at the early childhood level and helps to engage parents in their child’s learning. When parents and teachers work together, children grow exponentially.

A student from Bayless Junior High reads to Blue Room student Ty.

“The Bayless ECC has been phenomenal for our children’s growth and development,” ECC parent Mrs. Knetzer said. “The teachers’ approach to the learning environment has given our kids a safe and invigorating space to practice academic and social-emotional skills. I’ve also seen my daughters use the breathing techniques they learned at school to take stock of their emotions and make better choices. They enjoy going to school, they love their teachers, and I’m constantly impressed with their progress. We are so grateful for the intentional and nurturing environment the ECC cultivates.”

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Good News

ALL - STATE PLAYERS

The Bayless soccer team reached the state quarterfinal round for the first time since 2018, earned a 21-8 record and went undefeated in SCAA conference play. Along with numerous conference and regional awards, Carsyn Ly was named Class 2 Defensive Player of the Year, and Amar Islamovic and Shahidi Bertrand earned All-State honors.

Tennis coach wins regional award

Bayless High School Tennis Coach Kelly Stahl-

huth was named the United States Tennis Association’s Missouri Valley Section Coach of the Year.

One of the USTA’s seventeen regions, the Missouri Valley Section covers a wide swath of the Midwest, including Missouri, Kansas, Nebraska, Iowa, Oklahoma and parts of Southern Illinois. This honor recognizes Stahlhuth’s leadership and expertise, which have made a significant impact on the tennis program at Bayless High School.

Her tennis career spans decades. She is a member of the Missouri Sports Hall of Fame, previously coached at Washington University in St. Louis and earned All-American honors while playing collegiate tennis at Indiana University.

“Bayless is lucky to have someone with as much tennis experience and knowledge as Coach Stalhuth,” Athletic Director Mike Will said. “Kelly always has a positive and motivating attitude, which allows her to reach both experienced and less experienced players. We are one of very few schools who can say they have a Hall of Famer as a coach!”

Stahlhuth knows this award also reflects the hard work of her players.

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“I want to thank every Broncho I have had the privilege of coaching these past five and a half years at Bayless High School,” Stahlhuth said. “It is an honor to step out on the tennis court with girls and boys teams every fall and spring. I am so lucky to get to work with them as they learn the best sport ever.”

Stahlhuth was honored at the USTA Missouri Valley’s Awards Celebration on December 6 in Olathe, Kansas.

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Learning skills for life

How Jobs for America’s Graduates opens doors When Jobs for America’s Graduates teacher

Kelly Mulderig meets with hiring managers and St. Louis workforce leaders, one concept comes up often: “power skills.” It’s the term she uses to describe the essential attitudes and behaviors employers say they need most.

“Every CEO I see when I go to industry talks says, ‘I can teach you any hard skill. But if you don’t value hard work, or you don’t come in on time, or you’re unteachable — I can’t employ you,’” Mulderig said. “‘But if you’re teachable, I’ll do everything I can to keep you.’”

Students in JAG spend time building those skills to find strategic success after high school.

The JAG program at Bayless is designed to meet students where they are and prepare them for life beyond high school. The program uses project-based, trauma-informed instruction to address barriers that could hinder students’ long-term success.

“If a kid wants to be in here, it doesn’t matter if they have a 4.0 or a very low GPA,” Mulderig said.

Across grades seven through Students explore a medical lab at a St. Louis Community College location. twelve, Mulderig works to build students’ job-readiness skills like interviewing and effective communication, as well as their confidence.

“There is a lot of career and personal development,” she said. “We tailor the program to what the kids need.”

A major highlight of the program is its variety of field trips, which expose students to different jobs and career pathways. One of those trips made JAG President Sharaud Grayer consider St. Louis Community College, where a National Security Agency–affiliated Cyber Defense proLifestyle Magazine

gram could lead him into national security work in just two years and at a fraction of the cost of a four-year university. He is still looking, but many of his options came from the JAG field trips.

“Every time I go on a trip I learn something new,” Grayer said.

Mulderig said students often have an idea for a career, then quickly find something that fits their skills better on the trips.

“There was a student who wanted to be an electrician, but when we were touring the new transStudents at STLCC’s Forest portation center Park Transportation Center. at STLCC’s Forest Park Location, he just lit up,” Mulderig said. “We agreed, he should look into the automotive field.”

Other areas of study include completing the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (or FAFSA), building resumes, and preparing for transitions at key stages. Junior high students learn how high school GPA works and how to collaborate. Freshmen receive extra support in algebra, a course students may struggle with but one that is essential.

“In the beginning, I had no idea what I wanted to do with my life,” Vice President Ryien Johnson said. “Now (JAG has) given me a path of where I want to go.”

Overall, students in the Bayless JAG program routinely succeed. They stay on track academically and take advantage of opportunities they might not have pursued otherwise.

“It’s a culture,” Assistant Principal Dr. Alyssa Stock said. “When you’re in JAG, you do not get to slack off or ignore your other classes. You have to work on your future.”

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Bayless Elementary

Beyond the Classroom Learning before and after school at BES For several mornings this fall, the library at

Bayless Elementary had a team of artists descend on it before the school day started.

Fifth graders were hard at work adding a student touch to the space through the Morning Murals Club. Led by art teachers Carly Ryan and Emily Carroll, the group painted characters from popular children’s writer Ryan T. Higgins, along with other children’s media characters.

It was a fun way to express themselves, while also helping them take responsibility for their school.

“Fifth graders brought some new color to our library posts as part of the Morning Murals Club,” Ryan said. “Their artwork now welcomes readers and turns library visits into moments of imagination.”

Research shows that students who are engaged in activities beyond the classroom do better in their studies. Because of that, Bayless Elementary has been strategic in expanding opportunities for students outside of their normal classroom time. It has been such a hit, many students are involved in multiple.

A very active group is the Boys Running Organization of Bayless (BRO’s). It is a combination of running and exercise and community service.

“BRO’s has brought out the best in boys here at the elementary school by giving them an opportunity to set goals and work to achieve those goals.” Cornell said. “The boys learn to practice perseverance while raising money to support families in the Bayless community. The

The dance team trained by the Bayless Bronchettes prepares to dance at a soccer game.

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BRO’s have shown our young men that they can better themselves and the lives of those around The younger BRO’s are visited by freshman them Drake Osborne, a former BRO himself. through discipline and hard work.”

These are only a small sample of the many activities Bayless Elementary offers. The high school dance team runs a dance clinic and has them perform at a home sports game, girls on the run encourages exercise and kindness, intramurals introduce students to new sports, Book Battle encourages reading, Archery competes at a state tournament yearly, LEGO Robotics introduces science and technology concepts, Choir focuses on music, the high school cheerleading team runs a clinic and a math club expands classroom lessons, all in an effort to help students learn and The Morning Murals team hard at develop. work.

“Teachers are always coming forward with great ideas, which gives students new opportunities,” Stahlhuth said. “For the students, it’s a space to try new ideas, and work on the Portrait of a Bayless Graduate skills in a completely different environment. When I talk to outside districts, they hear about the opportunities Bayless students have and want to know more.”

If you have a student at Bayless Elementary, the teachers and staff encourage you to take advantage of these chances to be involved at school!

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Running to State The stats behind Cross Country’s record-setting season

The Bayless High School Cross Country team continued to run past previous records this fall, sending three students to the state meet on November 7.

After big performances at the sectional meet, senior Amelia Zewki, junior Alex Slover and sophomore Gabi Campbell raced against the state’s best.

Campbell earned All-State Honors by finishing 25th with a time of 20:32. Campbell is first All-State Cross-Country Performer in program history.

Slover placed 58th in the boys field with a time of 17:37, which ties for the highest position a boys runner from Bayless has ever placed.

Zewki finished 17 spots ahead of her state ranking at 51st, with a time of 21:32.

During Cross Country season, it’s not uncommon to see the team and coach Colton Wooldridge running around the neighborhoods close to the campus.

“The entire program has made tremendous progress in such a short amount of time,” Head Coach Colton Wooldridge said. “I can’t help but smile when I’m sharing their growth and accomplishments with others. As a former runner, some of the fondest memories of my formative years were traveling to cross country meets and competing at the state meet, and I’m privileged to help create lasting memories like that for these Bronchos.“

Zewki, Slover and Campbell at the state cross-country meet in Columbia, MO.

Season By The Numbers -One school record Broken

Set by Gabrielle Campbell with a time of 20:21.67.

The record was previously held by Adriann Bruckner in 2017.

-One All-State Runner First in program history

-Seven New Runners -Seven SCAA Conference Medals -15 Total Runners -33 Medals Earned This Season -Girls Team Jumps 16 Ranks

Growth Mindset

- 3 minutes 27 seconds is the team’s average season improvement from first race of the season to best performance - 7 minutes 6 seconds is the average lifetime improvement for returning runners - Alex Slover has improved by over 11 minutes from his freshman year — at the state meet this year he went from 108th at the one kilometer mark to 58th place to the finish (5k)

The team began the season ranked 40th, finished ranked 24th

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Bayless Buildings and Grounds

Continuing the work of caring for our schools Caring for school facilities is an ongoing

responsibility that requires thoughtful planning and a long-term perspective. At Bayless, this work continues as the District reviews how its buildings can best support students, staff, and the community in the years ahead.

Following the completion of several major facility projects in recent years, we are continually evaluating building conditions and future needs. Part of this process involves the Bayless School Facilities Committee, which is made up of community members, district staff and construction professionals who review building systems, maintenance trends, and instructional needs across all schools. Their work has helped inform long-range planning discussions now underway with the Board of Education.

One of the older rooftop units at Bayless Elementary.

One of the most significant needs identified through this planning process is the replacement of aging HVAC systems at Bayless Elementary. Portions of the elementary buildings rely on equipment that is decades old and increasingly difficult and costly to maintain.

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Replacing this equipment would improve indoor air quality, provide more consistent classroom temperatures, and reduce longterm maintenance challenges and energy costs.

A technician inspects the boiler of the twoThe facilities pipe HVAC system that serves almost of of the review also conelementary building. This system has been requiring increasing maintenance and costly firmed the conrepairs to keep it working properly. tinued need for classroom renovations throughout the district. While many classrooms have been updated in recent years, others remain in need of modernization to better support today’s instructional practices and reduce the need for repeated short-term repairs. Closely related to this interior planning, the District is also reviewing safety-related building needs and aging infrastructure that will require attention over time. Addressing these systems proactively helps protect district buildings and avoid more costly emergency repairs in the future.

As planning continues, the District is consulting with its financial advisors to explore budgets and funding options to keep our facilities in great shape for our students and community. As in the past, Bayless remains committed to careful planning, fiscal responsibility, and delivering value to our community.

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What goes into a making a snow day decision?

Ah, the dreaded snow day call. Occasionally

there are questions about why schools call for weather days when the streets appear passable.

The answer, more often than not, is that in St. Louis, the situation is complicated.

When winter weather moves into the region, the decision process begins well before most alarm clocks go off. The process starts with carefully reviewing forecasts, travel advisories and campus readiness. Around 3 a.m., the superintendent is often on the road, driving through the district to assess conditions firsthand. At the same time, the facilities team is already evaluating conditions on each campus, reporting on snow and ice accumulation, sidewalk and entrance conditions, parking lots and how long it will take to safely prepare buildings for students and staff. These on-the-ground observations provide a critical baseline for every other part of the decision.

Although Bayless is a geographically small district, covering just four square miles, its workforce is regional. Nearly 200 employees commute from across the St. Louis metropolitan area, including St. Charles County, Jefferson County and Illinois.

Because of this, decision-making extends beyond just neighborhood streets.

Road conditions Sometimes the call is obvious. Crews along major comremove excess snow that St. Louis muting corridors County plowed onto the BHS entrance and sidewalk in January 2025. are reviewed, along with reLifestyle Magazine

Bayless Junior High stands over a slushy Weber Road during a January 2025 snowstorm.

gional weather reports and transportation guidance, to understand if staff can reasonably and safely reach school.

Student transportation is another essential consideration. Buses must be able to operate safely on main roads and on smaller side streets.

Equally important is the availability of bus drivers. As larger school districts across the region begin to close due to weather, driver availability can change quickly. If buses cannot run, the risk of students being stranded or not being able to make it to school factors into our decision.

Staffing and supervision are closely tied to these transportation realities. Schools can only operate safely when there are enough staff members present to supervise and effectively teach students throughout the day. Weather-related travel challenges, combined with regional school closures that affect childcare availability, can significantly impact staffing levels. If adequate supervision cannot be ensured, opening schools is not a safe or responsible option.

Throughout the process, information is gathered from multiple sources, including regional transportation reports and guidance from state and local agencies. Typically state travel advisories are issued carefully and help indicate when travel may be unsafe for large numbers of drivers. District leaders also remain in communication with neighboring school systems to better understand how conditions are developing across the region.

Snow day decisions are rarely based on a single factor. They reflect a careful balance of campus readiness, transportation capability, staffing levels and regional conditions. While no decision will ever be perfect for every family, the goal is always the same: to act as early as possible, communicate clearly and prioritize the safety of students, staff and the community.

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The Best of Bayless

Between excellent students, outstanding staff and stellar teachers, Bayless has many people to celebrate.

Watch for The Best of Bayless on district and building social media accounts throughout the year!

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Scholar Bowl Coach wins state award Bayless High School Scholar Bowl Coach Bob Efken was named the 2024-2025 coach of the year by the Missouri Academic Coaches Association.

Efken, who coached the scholar bowl team to Bayless’ first-ever Missouri State High School Activities Association state championship in the spring, has built a hard-working team that will be competitive for many years to come.

The MACA is the organization for scholar bowl coaches in the state of Missouri, and gives out the award yearly, not just for team success, but for excellence in coaching. Efken’s work incorporating tactics learned at national tournaments to state-level play gives students on Bayless teams a group advantage. His guidance has also allowed Bayless High School to be a center for scholar bowl in the region.

“Efken always gets us on the right track by using what he learned from other coaches and applying them to our practice,” senior Elemedin Karamovic said. “One of the reasons he is the best coach is because he can adapt to the situation at hand and he always finds a way to win smarter and stronger than previous tournaments.”

The award is all the more impressive given that the scholar bowl team is a newer program.

“Over the past five years, Mr. Efken has built the scholar bowl program from the ground up and found quick success,” Principal Eric Lawrence said. “His dedication to the program is evident in the hours he devotes to helping our students grow both academically and personally. His level of care and commitment to excellence ensures every competitor is well-prepared and confident entering into every competition. In addition to the team’s success, BHS has been able to host postseason tournaments and our own regular season competition (one of the largest in the state) with Mr. Efken’s guidance and organization.”

Bayless Field, Junior High and High School on a fall day.

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Shining Brightly: Students and Staff Homecoming Weekend

The Homecoming Game, Parade and Festival in October was a phenomenal weekend.

Thank you to everyone who attended!

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Event Schedules

Spring Events Boys Basketball 1/6 1/7 1/9 1/13 1/14 1/16 1/20 1/21 1/23 1/26-30 2/4 2/6 2/10 2/18

vs. maplewood richmond-heights vs. lutheran north vs. affton vs. hancock at st. mary’s south side at brentwood vs. valley park vs. priory at maplewood richmond-heights bruce thomas tournament vs. Mckinley classical leadership at hancock vs. brentwood at whitfield

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Spring Concerts March 11

Fifth Grade Field Trip/Recorder Performance

Powell Hall

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Bayless Theatre Company Spring Musical

Auditorium

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Spring Choir Concert

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Spring Band Concert

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Kindergarten Concert

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Where’s Joe Broncho?

Joe was hiding on one page in the last issue of

. In that issue, Joe was on page 11 in a photo of a junior high

student walking across the stage at promotion. Can you find Joe the ONE time he appears in this issue?

The soccer team poses with the district championship plaque, which they earned by defeating Affton 4-1 at Lutheran South.

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