
May 7, 2026
Willow Springs Elementary School is proud to recognize fifth grade student Abigail Novykova for receiving the prestigious Lieutenant Governor’s Award for American Patriotism. Abi...

April 30, 2026
Several Willow Springs Elementary students were recognized this month at Youth Art Month (YAM) held at the Missouri State Capitol. This marks the 11th year WSE students have par...

April 14, 2026
Families who qualify for free or reduced-price meals may also be eligible for Summer EBT (SEBT) benefits. ✔️ Receive $120 in grocery benefits per student ✔️ If your child alr...

January 13, 2026
The 2026 - 2027 district calendar is now available to view and download. We encourage families to take a look and start planning ahead for the upcoming school year. Here are a f...

December 19, 2025
The Willow Springs School District Board of Education has named Dr. Jon Johnson as the district’s next superintendent. Dr. Johnson currently serves as principal of Willow Springs...

September 9, 2025
Once a Bear, always a Bear. At Willow Springs Schools, we are proud of our alumni and the incredible impact you continue to make in your communities, careers, and families. We wa...

November 11, 2024
Willow Springs Schools is excited to honor the teachers and staff who make a lasting difference in the lives of our students, schools, and community. Through our "Boosting Our Be...

May 7, 2026
Willow Springs R-IV Schools is proud to once again offer its annual Summer Food Service Program sponsored by Health and Senior Services. Free meals will be available to all child...

March 10, 2026
Willow Springs Elementary will hold preschool and kindergarten screening and registration at the preschool building in late April. Preschool Screening and Registration Tuesday, A...

February 17, 2026
Mark your calendars for Tuesday, March 10. The Missouri School Boards Association and Bear Media will host a candidate forum ahead of the April school board election. The forum be...

February 17, 2026
The Willow Springs School District Transportation Department has once again demonstrated its unwavering commitment to student safety, earning a Perfect Safety Rating for the 32nd ...

February 9, 2026
On February 7, the Willow Springs Chamber of Commerce hosted its annual banquet, and Willow Springs Schools was proud to celebrate several members of our Bear family who were reco...

January 15, 2026
The Willow Springs School District Board of Education is pleased to welcome Grady Friga as its new student representative. Grady will serve a one-year term, providing a student vo...

January 8, 2026
We’re proud to celebrate Kellie Tyree-Shoup, a Willow Springs Bear from the Class of 2014, Kellie is living and working in Virginia Beach, where she serves with the Norfolk Poli...

November 25, 2025
The Willow Springs Chess Bears brought home an impressive collection of awards from the second annual Queen’s Gambit Dent-Phelps Chess Tournament held Saturday, Nov. 22, in Salem....

November 19, 2025
The Willow Springs School District celebrated its 5th annual MoBeef Days. Five years ago, the district received its first donation of local beef and ever since, thanks to generous...

November 4, 2025
Each year, G&W Foods gives back to local schools through their community receipt program donating 1% of the total amount of receipts turned in by families, staff, and community me...
October 27, 2025
Dear Parents and Guardians, We want to make you aware of changes that may affect some of our families next month. What’s happening Because of the federal government shutdown,...

October 24, 2025
𝗢𝘂𝗿 𝗙𝗶𝗿𝘀𝘁 𝗢𝗳𝗳𝗶𝗰𝗶𝗮𝗹 𝗔𝗹𝘂𝗺𝗻𝗶 𝗦𝗽𝗼𝘁𝗹𝗶𝗴𝗵𝘁 | 𝗖𝗹𝗮𝘀𝘀 𝗼𝗳 𝟮𝟬𝟬𝟲 We’re proud to kick off this new series by celebrating Brian Barry, Class of 2006. 🐻 Brian has dedicated 18 years to educat...

August 29, 2025
This week, Mrs. Solik’s 4th grade class had the honor of learning directly from someone who has lived a life of service, local Marine Corps Veteran, Chris Thomas. Mr. Thomas vis...
