**2026–27 Tax Rate Hearing Notice**
Montgomery County R-II School District will hold its annual Tax Rate Hearing on **Thursday, August 27, 2026, at 6:00 p.m.** in the Middle School Conference Room.
The attached notice provides information regarding the district's assessed valuation and proposed property tax rates for the 2026–27 fiscal year.
Please review the official Tax Rate Hearing Notice below for complete information.
Home-to-school communication is important, and we want to make sure families stay connected to what’s happening in their child’s classroom.
**Classroom communication from your child’s teacher will come through Rooms in the Montgomery County R-II app.** Teachers will use Rooms to share important information, updates, reminders, and more throughout the school year.
We encourage all parents and guardians to take a few minutes to:
📲 **Download the Montgomery County R-II app** from the Apple App Store or Google Play Store
🔔 **Enable notifications** so you don’t miss important updates
🏫 **Check Rooms regularly** for communication from your child’s teacher
Taking these few simple steps will help keep you informed and connected throughout the school year.
**Download the app today and stay connected with MCE!** 💙
We are excited to welcome our MCE families back to school for **Teacher Meet & Greet on Thursday, August 20!**
Come say hello to your teacher, visit your classroom, and get comfortable with MCE before the first day of school!
🕔 **Families with last names A–M:** 5:00 PM
🕕 **Families with last names N–Z:** 6:00 PM
While you're here, families can:
🎒 Bring school supplies to drop off in the classroom
🏫 Explore classrooms, hallways, and special areas
👋 Meet teachers and other MCE staff
🚌 **Verify your child's bus number and pick-up or drop-off times**
🤝 Visit tables and booths from our community partners offering resources, services, and opportunities for families
Our goal is for every student to leave feeling **confident, connected, and ready for a great first day!**
We can't wait to open our doors and welcome our students and families back to MCE! 💙
**Developing lifelong learners through positive collaboration!**
While the 2:00 p.m. deadline for dismissal changes is not a new practice at MCE, this procedure will now be implemented district-wide to help ensure a safe, consistent dismissal process for every student.
We encourage MCE families to communicate dismissal changes as early in the day as possible. Early communication gives our office staff and teachers the time needed to make sure everyone has accurate information before dismissal begins.
Thank you for partnering with us to keep dismissal safe, smooth, and organized! 💙
📬 Teacher Reveal Letters Are Coming Soon! 🎉
MCE families, make sure your child is fully registered TODAY so they can receive their Teacher Reveal Letter the week of August 17th! 💙✉️
Need help completing registration? We’re here for you! MCE staff will be available at the school until 8:00 PM tonight to assist families with the registration process.
✅ Register today
🏫 Stop by MCE before 8:00 PM if you need assistance- be sure to bring a current proof of residency.
📬 Watch for your Teacher Reveal Letter the week of August 17th
We can’t wait for our students to find out who their teacher will be and to kick off another great year at MCE! 💙📚
We are hard at work getting everything ready for our students.
Make sure you’ve completed enrollment by August 12th so you know who your teacher will be before the big day!
See you soon!
🎉📚 Back-to-School Season is Here! 🐾
The halls of Montgomery City Elementary are coming alive again, and we couldn't be more excited to welcome our Wildcat families back for another amazing school year!
Our office staff has been hard at work preparing important back-to-school information packets, which will be mailed out later this week. Be sure to keep an eye on your mailbox for everything you'll need to get ready for a fantastic start to the school year, including important dates, registration information, and helpful reminders.
We're also excited to share that MCE will once again provide school supplies for every student! Check out the graphic below to see the few personal items students will still need to bring.
We can't wait to see our students' smiling faces and begin another year of developing lifelong learners through positive collaboration! 💙💛
Montgomery City Elementary has once again been recognized as a **Missouri SW-PBS Tier 3 Award of Excellence** school! This prestigious recognition is awarded to schools that implement Schoolwide Positive Behavior Supports at the highest level, creating safe, supportive learning environments where students can thrive.
This honor reflects our commitment to our mission of **Developing Lifelong Learners Through Positive Collaboration.** Every day, our staff works together to build positive relationships, teach expectations, support student success, and create a school where every child feels welcomed, valued, and empowered to learn.
This achievement would not be possible without the dedication of our outstanding PBIS Leadership Team:
💙 Taylor Cowden
💙 Amanda Beshears
💙 Anna Henke-Cluver
💙 Mandy Rodgers
💙 Krisia Lovato
💙 Jamie Goring
💙 Ginny Ison
💙 Marina Hullings
💙 Leslie King
💙 Michael Kloeppel
💙 Laura Allen
Thank you for the countless hours you've invested in supporting both our students and staff. Your leadership, collaboration, and passion have helped make Montgomery City Elementary a place where positive behavior, academic growth, and meaningful relationships flourish.
Congratulations to our entire MCE staff, students, and families on this incredible accomplishment! Together, we are making a difference every day. 🐾💙
At Montgomery City Elementary, our mission is *Developing Lifelong Learners Through Positive Collaboration*, and Mrs. Harms exemplifies that mission every single day.
Throughout her career, Mrs. Harms has impacted the lives of thousands of students, creating a classroom where children feel valued, challenged, and inspired to grow. Her dedication extends far beyond her students. She has mentored countless teachers, willingly sharing her knowledge, encouragement, and expertise, while building positive, supportive relationships with every member of our staff.
Mrs. Harms leads with kindness, compassion, and an unwavering commitment to excellence. We are incredibly proud to call her a Montgomery City Elementary Wildcat and are honored to have her represent our district.
Congratulations, Mrs. Harms! Thank you for the lasting difference you make in the lives of our students, your colleagues, and our entire school community. 💙🐾
Welcome!
MCE Title I Preschool is now enrolling for the 2026–2027 school year—and spots are available!
🕘 AM & PM classes offered
📞 Call 573-564-3711 to learn more or enroll today
Residency requirements apply.
MCE families—be sure to check out our April newsletter for important updates, upcoming events, and celebrations happening across our school!
As we head into a busy end to the school year, you won’t want to miss key information.
👉 https://app.smore.com/n/6avjp
Thank you for your continued support and partnership—we appreciate all you do to help our students succeed!
📣Trash Bag Fundraiser Pickup!
Great news—trash bags from our recent fundraiser have arrived!
🗓 Pickup Date: Tomorrow- Thursday, April 2nd
⏰ Time: 4:00–5:30 PM
📍 Location: MCE
Thank you for your support—we appreciate all you do for our school community! If you’re unable to make it during this time, please reach out to make other arrangements.
🌸 Spring Dress-Up Day – Tuesday, March 24 🌸
Winter’s had its time to stay,
Now we’re chasing cold away!
With pink and purple bright and bold,
We’re saying goodbye to gray and cold.
So join the fun—dress up, don’t delay,
Let’s welcome spring in a colorful way! 🌷
