East Lynne District 40

We were so blessed today by the generosity of Stagstone Risk Management, LLC, a local business that went above and beyond to support our school community. Through their kindness, lunch balances were paid off for 19 families (32 students!), and additional gift cards were donated to share as well. During this holiday season, we are especially grateful for such compassion and generosity, and for community partners who remind us that kindness truly makes a difference.

Shout out to our learning community for showing up today to cover classes so our teachers could enjoy the Cultivate Coffee Cart! We’re officially running on caffeine, determination, and whatever is left in the tank—these volunteers helped us hang tight and reminded us: caffeine counts as self-care when we are this close to Christmas break.

This group—and a few not pictured—took part in our wellness challenge to “walk” all the way to the North Pole! Not only did we reach the North Pole, but with the miles we’ve logged, we’re already well on our way back home. Well done, everyone!

Tomorrow is your last chance to purchase items from our Cougar Cantine. The Cougar Cantine is a student run store selling all kinds of items ranging from $.25 - $4.00. The funds raised from this store will go towards the chicken coop we purchased for STEAM

The judges have made their decision for our Family Photo winners! 👏🏻 👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻 Well done everyone!

Come join our team.
Immediate opening.

Email sonja.vaughn@elynne.k12.mo.us

We love seeing our alumni in action. Way to go Riley! 👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻

When your jar gets the most money you have to wear the wig! Thank you to everyone who donated to our Thanksgiving fundraiser and shout out to Mrs. Russell for being a good sport and rocking the wig.

Fleece & Flannel Friday is tomorrow 12/5/25 Come cozy, come comfy, come ready to finish the week in style! Flannels, fleeces, & Friday feels bringing all the December cozy vibes.

Let's step into the holiday spirit! Wear your most cheerful, colorful, jingly, sparkly, or silly holiday socks or shoes and let your feet do the celebrating! Let’s see those merry toes and festive feet! Festive Feet Wednesday, December 3,2025 #HolidaySpiritDay

The East Lynne 40 School District will be closed on Tuesday, December 2, 2025.

Mrs. Vaughn met with several community members today as part of the district’s strategic planning process. One of our key goals is to strengthen community connections, and today’s conversations were a meaningful step in that direction. We are excited about future collaborations and know that a strong community makes a strong school. We are truly thankful for the support and the genuine interest shown in building an even better partnership together.

The East Lynne 40 School District is accepting snow removal bids. https://docs.google.com/document/d/1A_2lqi5HUbi2W-8nylFBNvXa0ceTglQfUJ9dTlTyWhU/edit?usp=drivesdk

Reminder - We are in session MONDAY (11/24) & TUESDAY (11/25) We will be off Wednesday, Thursday & Friday!

Congrats to 8th grader, Justin Claibourn, for passing the bar exam and being sworn in as part of the Cass County Youth Court. Hard work pays off!

Here is your November Cougar Courier
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With the threat of rain we moved our Fall Festival inside this year and had the 15th annual crowning of our East Lynne King and Queen. Our group of 8th grade candidates participated in a pep assembly this afternoon then came back this evening for the ceremony. Candidates: Justin Claibourn, Kolby Uselton, Keegan Wilson, Gracelyn Davidson, Chloe Lemka, Lea Dillon, Skylar Miller and Elsie Weidemann Congrats to King Kolby & Queen Lea!

Wig Wars will run from 10/28-11/18! Staff Jar with the most money will have to wear a STUCO chosen wig for a day! Funds to help a family with their Thanksgiving meal.

FALL FESTIVAL UPDATE
Friday
10/24/25
ALL activities will be INDOORS
5:30-6:00 Trunk or Treat in the Hallway & Games in the gym
6:00-6:30 Cheer Performance & Crowning of our King and Queen
7:00 EVENT ends

Thursday, Nov. 13
6-6:45
Entry fee of $30

Veteran's Day concert to follow