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![Commissioner Eslinger Visits South Tech]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1746049018/ssdmoorg/tl86ivovhoaotkfftvoj/thumbnail_IMG_2713.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1746049018/ssdmoorg/tl86ivovhoaotkfftvoj/thumbnail_IMG_2713.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1746049018/ssdmoorg/tl86ivovhoaotkfftvoj/thumbnail_IMG_2713.jpg","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_4/v1746049018/ssdmoorg/tl86ivovhoaotkfftvoj/thumbnail_IMG_2713.jpg","width":1200},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1746049018/ssdmoorg/tl86ivovhoaotkfftvoj/thumbnail_IMG_2713.jpg","width":1565}])
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Chantal Chandler
South Tech hosted Dr. Karla Eslinger, Missouri’s Commissioner of Education, and Deputy Commissioner Kelli Jones on campus last week. The Commissioner came to see how our career and technical education (CTE) students are building in-demand skills for careers in our state.
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![SSD branded photo - Finalsite]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1743622847/ssdmoorg/ej3vdd7wxc8kezy06ruw/SSDbrandedphoto-Finalsite1.png","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1743622847/ssdmoorg/ej3vdd7wxc8kezy06ruw/SSDbrandedphoto-Finalsite1.png","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1743622847/ssdmoorg/ej3vdd7wxc8kezy06ruw/SSDbrandedphoto-Finalsite1.png","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1743622847/ssdmoorg/ej3vdd7wxc8kezy06ruw/SSDbrandedphoto-Finalsite1.png","width":1200}])
Deana Parsons
A strategic or CSIP (Comprehensive School Improvement Plan) goal area will be highlighted each month to update staff and the community on work being done. This month, we highlight CSIP 3.1.
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![District Departments Unite to Launch Hands-On Hiring Fair for Tech Students]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1744232383/ssdmoorg/njqvmkgndwvuxgmtbaua/IMG_4868.heic","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1744232383/ssdmoorg/njqvmkgndwvuxgmtbaua/IMG_4868.heic","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1744232383/ssdmoorg/njqvmkgndwvuxgmtbaua/IMG_4868.heic","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_4/v1744232383/ssdmoorg/njqvmkgndwvuxgmtbaua/IMG_4868.heic","width":1200},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_5/v1744232383/ssdmoorg/njqvmkgndwvuxgmtbaua/IMG_4868.heic","width":1600},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_6/v1744232383/ssdmoorg/njqvmkgndwvuxgmtbaua/IMG_4868.heic","width":2200}])
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Chantal Chandler
When departments collaborate with intention and equity at the forefront, opportunities take root, and futures grow.
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![The SSD logo on top of a white textured background.]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1722864037/ssdmoorg/eeg9n5j8y7jle6evkxja/LandscapePhotoforFinalsite.png","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1722864037/ssdmoorg/eeg9n5j8y7jle6evkxja/LandscapePhotoforFinalsite.png","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1722864037/ssdmoorg/eeg9n5j8y7jle6evkxja/LandscapePhotoforFinalsite.png","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1722864037/ssdmoorg/eeg9n5j8y7jle6evkxja/LandscapePhotoforFinalsite.png","width":1200}])
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Janaca Scherer
Join us for SSD’s Legislative Information Session, designed specifically for SSD families.
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Deana Parsons
A strategic or CSIP (Comprehensive School Improvement Plan) goal area will be highlighted each month to update staff and the community on work being done. This month, we highlight CSIP 1.1 (Positive School Outcomes).
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![Dr. Maclin holds a round crystal award. On each side of him, stand District leadership team members and Board of Education members.]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1743519529/ssdmoorg/x7aexgwo807vwpfnasno/MaclinMASAAward.png","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1743519529/ssdmoorg/x7aexgwo807vwpfnasno/MaclinMASAAward.png","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1743519529/ssdmoorg/x7aexgwo807vwpfnasno/MaclinMASAAward.png","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1743519529/ssdmoorg/x7aexgwo807vwpfnasno/MaclinMASAAward.png","width":1200}])
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Janaca Scherer
SSD is proud to announce that Superintendent Dr. Michael Maclin has been recognized by the MASA as the recipient of the 2025 Emerging Superintendent Award for the Greater St. Louis Area District.
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![Bright and colorful pencils point to the SSD logo.]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1743084325/ssdmoorg/iybaola9swrcxm1xnzv8/CurriculumReviewNight.png","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1743084325/ssdmoorg/iybaola9swrcxm1xnzv8/CurriculumReviewNight.png","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1743084325/ssdmoorg/iybaola9swrcxm1xnzv8/CurriculumReviewNight.png","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1743084325/ssdmoorg/iybaola9swrcxm1xnzv8/CurriculumReviewNight.png","width":1200}])
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Janaca Scherer
Special School District invites all interested parties to virtually review and discuss curricula within our SSD schools, before being submitted to the Board of Education for approval.
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![SSD Employees, North Tech Students Take the 2025 Polar Plunge for Special Olympics]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1742925608/ssdmoorg/ymcklbn0rrtjskcu7stc/PolarPlunge2025grouprunning.png","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1742925608/ssdmoorg/ymcklbn0rrtjskcu7stc/PolarPlunge2025grouprunning.png","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1742925608/ssdmoorg/ymcklbn0rrtjskcu7stc/PolarPlunge2025grouprunning.png","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1742925608/ssdmoorg/ymcklbn0rrtjskcu7stc/PolarPlunge2025grouprunning.png","width":1200}])
Deana Parsons
SSD staff and North Tech students dove into the the icy waters of Creve Coeur Lake in Maryland Heights as participants in the 2025 Polar Plunge, an event that supports the Special Olympics of Missouri. Despite the chilly mist and drizzle, nothing could stop 389 brave plungers from making a splash!
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![SSD Board of Education Elects Carmen Stayton as President, First Person of Color to Hold Role]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1741980513/ssdmoorg/u6zjludd2psuybcwefef/StaytonBoardPresident.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1741980513/ssdmoorg/u6zjludd2psuybcwefef/StaytonBoardPresident.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1741980513/ssdmoorg/u6zjludd2psuybcwefef/StaytonBoardPresident.jpg","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_4/v1741980513/ssdmoorg/u6zjludd2psuybcwefef/StaytonBoardPresident.jpg","width":1200},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_5/v1741980513/ssdmoorg/u6zjludd2psuybcwefef/StaytonBoardPresident.jpg","width":1600},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_6/v1741980513/ssdmoorg/u6zjludd2psuybcwefef/StaytonBoardPresident.jpg","width":2200}])
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Janaca Scherer
Special School District proudly announces the election of Mrs. Carmen Stayton as the new President of the Board of Education, marking a historic milestone as the first person of color to hold the position. Stayton, who has served as the Board Director for Subdistrict 1—representing Hazelwood, Jennings, and Maplewood-Richmond Heights school districts—brings a wealth of experience as an educator, nonprofit leader, and advocate for students and families.
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