All students are safely back in their designated buildings. Thank you for your patience.
about 16 hours ago, Dr. Amy Padgett
Out of an abundance of caution, and considering the trauma the last spring storms had on our kids and community, we are bringing everyone in the FEMA building until the thunderstorm passes.
about 17 hours ago, Dr. Amy Padgett
The Ozark County Math Bee was held last night, March 3. Our students did great!
Ryleigh Hadley, 3rd grade, took home 2nd place. Wade Schaab, 4th grade, took home 1st place. In 6th grade, Jack Williams took home 5th place, Allie Wilburn took home 4th place, and Dilyn Neal took home 2nd place. Trigger Schaab, 7th grade, took home 1st place, and Madilyn Hayes, 8th grade, took home 5th place. Congratulations!
about 23 hours ago, Amy Scott
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Spring picture order forms were that were due today, March 3 will now be due first thing, Thursday morning, March 5.

1 day ago, Mr. Helmke

Please join us for Culture Night, March 5 in the Jerry Taylor Gym, from 5:00-6:30 p.m. There will be a K-12 art show, a Spanish II skit, Nutrition and Fashion Construction classes will be presenting food and clothing from different countries, and middle school will have a STEM Career Showcase. Please come have a fun and educational night out, and support our students!

1 day ago, Mr. Helmke
Sally will only be at the clinic until 11:30am this Thursday, March 05.
1 day ago, Amy Scott
The Bakersfield R-IV School is accepting bids and proposals for two scopes of work.

#1. The Installation of exterior materials (Tin) on an 80 x 160 metal building.

2. The materials and installation of a septic system.

If interested, please call the superintendent's office at 417-284-7333 for a bid solicitation sheet.
2 days ago, Dr. Amy Padgett
The WiFi is not working in the FEMA building. If you need to get ahold of your student at Rock-a-Thon tonight, please call 417-284-7333 x480.
5 days ago, Amy Scott
The March 2026 Newsletter for Bakersfield Elementary is now ready to view!
6 days ago, Christina Hodgson
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Attention Bakersfield MS & HS Students! Don't forget Rock-a-Thon tomorrow night! This event is open to all Bksfd MS/HS students. Honor Society members can earn up to 8 hours towards their service hours by attending. We will be raising money for the Robb Laxton Scholarship by rocking the night away (with a 10 minute break every hour)!! Students must bring their own rocking chair!

7 days ago, Amy Scott
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Special thanks to the Bakersfield School Honor Society and a community member's generous donation that made this display of our military flags possible!
8 days ago, Amy Scott
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The Baxter Health Clinic will be closed today, Tuesday, February 24th. We are sorry for any inconvenience.
9 days ago, Christina Hodgson
District basketball tournaments start this week. At Mansfield. 2-23 Girls vs Fordland at 4:30. 2-24 Boys vs Fordland at 4:30. GO LIONS!!
10 days ago, Coach Doug Lansdown
Pep Club will be taking a bus to the girls' district game on Monday and the boys' district game on Tuesday. Students will need to bring their signed permission slip as well as the $6 entrance fee and money for food and drink. The bus will leave at 3:00 P.M.  and return at around 8:00 P.M.
10 days ago, Melissa Hayes

Attention Bakersfield MS & HS Students! Join us on Friday, February 27, for our annual Rock-a-Thon! This event is open to all Bksfd MS/HS students. Honor Society members can earn up to 8 hours towards their service hours by attending. We will be raising money for the Robb Laxton Scholarship by rocking the night away (with a 10 minute break every hour)!! Students must bring their own rocking chair!

13 days ago, Amy Scott
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Last HOME basketball game for Bakersfield Boys tonight in the Jerry Taylor Gymnasium. Starting at 5:30 vs East Carter with JV action, Senior player recognition, and then V.
GO LIONS!!
13 days ago, Coach Doug Lansdown
📸Seniors, if you would like to submit your own portrait for use in the yearbook, please see the attached guidelines, and use the QR code to submit them to the YB staff. These should be turned in by the end of March. If you need extra time, please talk to Mr. Helmke or Mrs. Scott.
14 days ago, Amy Scott
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Girls last home game tonight at 6 vs Dora. Senior ceremony first then one V game. GO LADY LIONS!
16 days ago, Coach Doug Lansdown
Just a reminder, Spring Pictures are TOMORROW - Wednesday, February 18.
In addition, senior composite retakes, MS and HS Honor Society, FBLA, and FFA clubs will be taking group pictures as well.
Don't forget to have your student bring their order form tomorrow!
16 days ago, Mr. Helmke
High School Basketball at the Jerry Taylor Gymnasium on Monday February 16th vs Van Buren. Starting at 5:00 in the following order: JV boys, V girls, and V boys. GO LIONS!!
17 days ago, Coach Doug Lansdown