Newsletter
Carl Junction Primary K-1 News – April 2026
Upcoming Events
April 1 – Paraprofessional Day
April 2 – Exploration Day
April 3 – Good Friday (No School)
April 4 – School Librarian Day
April 9 – Family Library Night
April 10 – Yearbook Orders Due
April 17 – Slime Run
April 21 – Music Program Night #1
April 22 – Secretary Appreciation Day
April 23 – Music Program Night #2
April 27 – May 8 – Mobile Dental Services (Forms due April 10)
April 28 – Bus Driver Appreciation Day
Family Library Night
Date: April 9
Time: 3:30–6:30 PM
Location: K-1 Library
Entrance: Door A8 off Broadway Street only
Parent Involvement Opportunity
We are looking for parents to join our School Improvement/Building Leadership Team.
If interested, please email: karehart@cjr1.org
Music Programs – “Pajama Party!”
Students have been preparing the musical “Pajama Party!” by Cristi Cary Miller and Jay Michael Ferguson.
Please arrive at the 6th-grade band room (by the auditorium) 15 minutes before your child’s performance time.
Students may wear pajamas or dress as they would for picture day (no hats).
Artwork will also be displayed outside the auditorium.
Performance Schedule
Tuesday, April 21, 2026
6:00 PM – Bolinger, Kelley, Kennedy, Rhodes, Thomas, Valdois
7:00 PM – Boone, Merrell, Neel, Tuggle, Wales
Thursday, April 23, 2026
6:00 PM – Eaker, Lucas, Matthews, Moss, Passley, Starchman
7:00 PM – Benavidez, Chaligoj, Kirk, Merrick, Miller, Snow, Wilcox
Slime Run – April 17
Hosted by Carl Junction Primary K-1
- Open to all ages and grades
- First 75 kids to sign up receive a free T-shirt
- Includes music, food trucks, and lots of fun
Mobile Dental Services (April 27 – May 8)
Access Family Care Mobile Dental Unit will provide on-site dental services for students who do not have a regular dentist.
Services include:
- Dental exams
- X-rays
- Cleanings
- Sealants
- Restorative treatment
All services are performed by licensed professionals.
Forms must be returned to the school nurse by April 10.
Insurance:
- MO HealthNet and private insurance accepted
- Financial assistance available for those without insurance
If additional treatment is needed, students may be referred to a local dental clinic.
Contact Information
Amberlee Miller, BSN, RN, NCSN
Lead School Nurse
Phone: 417-649-5710
Fax: 417-649-7981
Email: amiller@cjr1.org