Please refer to the 2024-2025 District Calendar Page

Office (417) 724 - 6400

Website www.nixajuniorhigh.net

Central Office                                      (417) 724-6200

High School                                        (417) 724-3501

SCORE                                               (417) 724-4080

Junior High                                         (417) 724-6400

Inman Intermediate                            (417) 724-6600

Summit Intermediate                          (417) 724-4000

Century Elementary                            (417) 724-3800

Espy Elementary                                (417) 724-6820

John Thomas School of Discovery     (417) 724-6800

Mathews Elementary                          (417) 724-6520

High Pointe Elementary                      (417) 724-6700

Early Learning Center (Pre-K)            (417) 724-6300

National Mental Health Crisis Line      988

Expect Better. Do Better. Be Better.

Students will develop skills to think logically, discover solutions, and take responsibility for quality learning through failure and success. 

Linda Daugherty

Joshua Roberts

Alex Bryant

Mike Copeland

Heather Zoromski

Jason Massengale

Bridget Bidinger

Dr. Gearl Loden, Superintendent of Schools

Brenda Rantz, Board-Appointed Treasurer 

As a political subdivision, employer, recipient of federal funds and educational institution, the Board of Education is prohibited from, and hereby declares a policy against, engaging in unlawful discrimination, including harassment creating a hostile environment, on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, ancestry, disability, age or use of leave protected by the Family and Medical Leave Act, in its programs, activities, and with regard to employment. The Board is an equal opportunity employer.

Any person having inquiries, including person with impaired vision or hearing can obtain information as to the existence and location of services, activities, and services that are accessible to and usable by persons with disabilities by contacting the Executive Director of Special Services, 301 S. Main, Nixa, MO 65714, karenmcknight@nixaschools.net, 417-724-6260, or the Sodexo Facilities Director, robertklug@nixaschools.net, 417-724-6390. Questions concerning the Nixa Public Schools’ compliance with regulations implementing Title II of the Americans Disabilities Act, Title VI, Title IX, Section 504, or Equal Opportunity Employment is directed to contact the following designated coordinators:

 Equal Opportunity Employment

Mark McGehee- Faught Administration Center (417) 724-6270

Title VI and Title IX

Mark McGehee- Faught Administration Center (417) 724-6270

Section 504

Michelle Miller- ECC (417) 724-6260

Title II of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA)

Karen McKnight- Faught Administration Center (417) 724-6260

Robert Klug- Sodexo (417) 724-6390

Homeless Students

Jennifer Feinke- Faught Administration Center (417) 724-6260

Monday Bell Schedule

8:10 - 8: 55                1st Period

8:59 - 9:44                 2nd Period

9:48 - 10:33               3rd Period

10:37 - 11:22             4th Period

11:26 - 12:40             5th Period

1st Lunch                  11:26 - 11:48

2nd Lunch                 11:52 - 12:14

3rd Lunch                  12:18 - 12:40

12:44 - 1:29               6th Period

1:33 - 2:18                 7th Period

2:22 - 2:50                 Advisory

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Tuesday - Friday Bell Schedule

7:40 - 8:29                1st Period

8:33 - 9:22                2nd Period

9:26 - 10:15              3rd Period

10:19 - 11:08            4th Period

11:12 - 12:26            5th Period

1st Lunch                 11:12 - 11:34

2nd Lunch                11:30 - 12: 00

3rd Lunch                 12:04 - 12:26

12:30 - 1:19              6th Period

1:23 - 2:12                7th Period

2:16 - 2:50                Advisory

AD Cards

Nixa Junior High School has created a system called "AD Cards" to encourage students to stay accountable through discipline. The purpose of AD cards is to control minor behaviors before they become major problems or distractions to the learning environment. AD Cards are based on three basic expectations: Be respectful, be responsible, and stay safe.

The following actions will take place when a student has their AD Card signed:

1. 2nd Signature & 3rd Signature: The teacher will notify the student that their AD Card has been signed and why. A teacher will contact a parent to notify them of the 2nd signature.

2. 4th Signature: The student will be referred to the office. Administrator will contact home and meet with the student.

3. 5th Signature: The student will be referred to the office. This will typically result in an after-school detention.

The AD Cards will reset each quarter.

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Bicycles, Skateboards, and Scooters

Any student riding a bicycle to school must park it in the bike rack located on the east and southeast sides of the building. Bikes should be locked securely to the rack. The school will not be responsible for damaged or stolen bicycles. Skateboards are prohibited in the school building and on school property. Students must walk (not ride) bicycles once they are on campus (including driveways, and sidewalks). Students may ride their bicycles to the edge of campus, walk them to the bicycle rack, and may then ride them again once they have walked off campus after school.

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Bus Notes

If a student wishes to use district transportation to go to the house/location of another student, they must submit a parent/guardian request in writing by 8:10 am. The “bus note” must be signed by a parent/guardian and must include a phone number to confirm permission. The “bus note” must also include the name, address, and bus number of the student that resides at the requested destination. “Bus notes” must be approved and signed by administration, and students must submit the approved “bus note” to the driver of the bus that they will be riding. Students will not be permitted to ride any bus except their own without this prior administrative approval.  Bus notes cannot and will not be verified or approved by administration after dismissal at 2:50. 

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Bus Rules / Policies

No food or drinks, other than bottled water, are allowed on bus transportation to and from school unless there is a medical need and the student has written permission from his/her building principal.

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Cell Phones

See “Personal Electronic Devices” (PED’s)

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Custody

Custody and guardianship by anyone other than a natural parent must be documented with legal guardian papers in the student’s file.

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Dances

All regular school rules, policies, and dress codes will be in effect during dances. Only students currently enrolled in NJH may participate in dances, and no students from other buildings or schools will be allowed to attend.

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Hall Passes

Students may not leave class for any reason without permission and a pass from the teacher. Teachers are encouraged not to let students leave class unless it is absolutely necessary. Classroom exit logs will be kept by each teacher for record purposes. Regular breaks are provided between classes for using the restroom and water fountain.

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Prohibited Items

Aerosol Spray Cans:  Nixa Junior High does not permit students to be in possession of any type of aerosol spray. Failure to adhere to this policy will result in a discipline referral to the office.

Distracting or Disruptive Items:  Items that distract or disrupt the learning environment are not allowed, and will be referred to the office.  

Toys, Gadgets, Etc.:  Electronic or battery-powered toys, bouncy balls, playing cards, gadgets, games, laser pointers, and other such items are prohibited during regular school hours.

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Substitute

There are times when the teacher may be absent from school. Substitute teachers are hired by the district to maintain the flow of instruction and preserve order while the teacher is away. Substitute teachers are school employees, and students are expected to treat them with the same respect and dignity as the regular classroom teacher. Students not meeting these expectations will be subject to discipline.

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Visitors

Only parents/guardians are permitted to visit students during the school day, and must enter the building through the front doors at the main office. Other family members and/or friends of students are not permitted to visit and/or speak to students. Permission and a visitor identification badge must be obtained by parents/guardians from the office before going to any location in the building or on campus. Staff members will escort any visitor without the required identification to the office to receive assistance.

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988 Crisis Line

988 is the national three-digit phone number for all mental health, substance use, and suicide crises. 988 calls will be routed to the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline centers in each state.  988 will offer rapid access to behavioral health support through connection with trained crisis specialists.

The main entrance doors will open at 7:15 am on Monday (due to teacher collaboration), and 6:45 am Tuesday - Friday. The 7th grade entrance will open at 7:45 am on Monday and 7:15 am Tuesday - Friday. All doors will lock at 8:10 on Monday and 7:40 on Tuesday - Friday.

Upon arrival, all students are to proceed directly to the gym. Seventh grade students sit on the south side and eighth grade students sit on the north side until dismissed to class. If a student must see a teacher before classes, permission must be obtained from the teacher, or the staff member on duty in the gym. To ease traffic congestion, each grade level will be assigned a specific location to enter and exit the building before and after school. Once the student has arrived at school, he/she may not leave without administration and parental permission. Students who leave school grounds without permission will be considered truant and will be subject to discipline.

After dismissal in the afternoon, students will leave the classrooms and hallways using the same doors through which they entered the building. Upon dismissal, students should immediately report to the bus line, car-pickup line, or if a walker/bike rider, leave the school campus. Excessive loitering at Nixa Junior High will result in disciplinary action. Students waiting for a ride should wait in their designated pick- up/drop-off area. Parents of student car-riders have the responsibility of picking up their child by 3:05 p.m. For security reasons, seventh grade car-riders not picked up by the appropriate time will be escorted to the main office to contact a parent/guardian for pick-up at the main entrance of Nixa Junior High. If a student wishes to use district transportation to go to a house/location of another student, they must submit a parent/guardian request in writing before school begins. The “bus note” must be signed by a parent/guardian and must include a phone number to confirm permission. The “bus note” must 

also include the name, address, and bus number of the student that resides at the requested destination. “Bus notes” will be approved and signed by administration, and students will submit the approved “bus note” to the driver of the bus that they will be riding. Students will not be permitted to ride any bus except their own without this prior administrative approval. Only students involved in a school-sponsored activity (tutoring, athletics, music, drama, etc.) will be allowed in the school building after 3:00 p.m. Students remaining in the building after 3:00 p.m. for school-sponsored activities should be in the designated area for that activity and not roaming freely around the school.