Mrs. Taylor, the Cape Central FBLA adviser, had 14 students attend the Future Business Leaders of America State Conference in Springfield Missouri. Students competed in a variety of events as well as attending workshops and leadership training. We are proud to announce that:
Dulina Dias took 4th in Who's Who in Missouri FBLA
Joe Cao took 7th in Economics
Joe Cao and Spencer Engelhardt took 7th in Data Analysis
Over 5,000 students from around the state attended the conference and competition was tough. Mrs. Taylor says "We are tired but the conference was amazing. It is so nice getting to know the students outside the classroom. They really are awesome human beings and I am proud to be their adviser!"
The AP Human Geography students from Cape Central High hit the road to explore urban development in St. Louis! They visited the Cortex Innovation Community, toured historic neighborhoods like Mill Creek Valley and The Hill, and learned firsthand about sustainable design, cultural identity, and the impact of urban renewal. What an incredible way to bring classroom lessons to life!
The AP Human Geography students got a firsthand look at urban development and renewal practices in St. Louis. Last Thursday, Mrs. Womack and Mrs. Criblez drove their students to St. Louis where they first examined the Cortex Innovation Community, contemporary urban redevelopment along Duncan Avenue. This community is a multimillion-dollar adaptive multi-tenant reuse of historic commercial spaces using sustainable development practices. Students not only examined the sustainable design features, but also were able to discuss elements of third places. They traveled to Union Station and met their tour guide from the Missouri History Museum. He lead them on a walking tour of the area surrounding Union Station and shared the history of the Mill Creek Valley neighborhood and the Chestnut Valley section. The final stop was a visit to an ethnic community, The Hill. Here students chatted with neighborhood volunteers at the Neighborhood Center and examined the beautiful architecture and history of St. Ambrose Catholic Church.
Mrs. Newman's Family Meals & Adv Foods classes made 285 servings of chicken fried rice to distribute to those in need while helping at the food pantry.
Wednesday, April 2, 2025-
Due to the threat of severe weather moving into our area during normal dismissal times, we will be dismissing at noon. There will be no afternoon ECC/Pre-K or Cub Club. All activities for the afternoon are canceled.
Congratulations to Dr. Brice Beck, CGPS Deputy Superintendent, for being named the Southeast Missouri Assistant Superintendent of the Year. Dr. Beck was honored at an awards ceremony at the Missouri Association of School Administrators conference.
At the March 24th Board Meeting we recognized a number of Tigers for being extraordinary. The Cape Central Girls Swimming team was honored for a third place showing at State despite having just four swimmers qualify this year. Coach Powell talked about their incredible performance at state!
Cape Central Academy's Tracy Merickel was recognized for being named the Southeast Missouri Multi-Level Counselor of the Year.
Cape Central students Cyrus Boxdofer and Emily Floyd were celebrated for earning the Distinguished Student Leader Award from the Missouri Association of School Councils. This honor recognizes students who demonstrate superior student council leadership skills and knowledge based on the organization's criteria and evaluation procedures.
Cape Central Choir Director Jake White introduced us to a number of the talented students how qualified to represent our school at the state level. Not all students were able to attend Monday's board meeting.
We also celebrated our March Terrific Tigers!
Congratulations to all of these outstanding students and staff members! We are so proud of you!
Mrs. Lukefahr’s geometry classes used constructions and algebra to derive the area of a triangle, parallelogram, trapezoid, and kite.
Need a night off? We’ve got you covered! Drop your kids off for an evening of fun while you enjoy a well-deserved break.
📅 Date: Friday, March
⏰ Time: 5:30 PM – 8:00 PM (Please pick up promptly at 8:00 PM)
📍 Location: Cape Central High School Small Gym
👦👧 For Kids in Grades: Kindergarten – 4th Grade
💲 Cost: $10 per child (Includes dinner & games!)
🍕 Dinner: Little Caesars pizza & bottled water included!
🎲 Activities: Games, gym time, and lots of fun!
⚠️ Limited Spots! This event is open to the first 50 children, so sign up early!
All proceeds after covering expenses will be donated to the Granting Grace Foundation. Please only sign up if you are able to attend, as every penny raised will go toward this meaningful cause.
Please scan the qr code, print & fill out the attached Liability Waiver and Release Form & bring with you the night of the event.
📩 For more info or to register, contact: CHS CFA Leader Academy Sponsor, Ashley Radake, at radakea@capetigers.com
What makes CT so special? Our people!
Meet Tina and Terri Wright, the incredible mother-daughter duo who help hold our district together!
Tina Wright (CHS Class of 1982) began her journey with Cape Schools in 1999 as our first-ever parent liaison before becoming an administrative assistant at Franklin Elementary. Today, she serves as the District Registrar, ensuring everything runs smoothly.
Terri Wright (CHS Class of 2001) started as a parent liaison at Franklin Elementary and also taught preschool before becoming an administrative assistant at CHS.
The Wright family legacy runs deep—Tina’s four children are proud CHS graduates, and she’s had five grandchildren attend our schools. With her mother also being a Cape Central alum, that makes four generations of Tigers!
Tina and Terri are known for their warm, friendly demeanors and unwavering Tiger pride—you’ll often see them at games and school events decked out in orange and black!
We’re beyond grateful for these inspiring women who continue to call CT home.
Now, we want to hear from you! Share your Tiger pride by emailing tallentk@capetigers.com with a picture in your Cape Tigers gear and tell us what you love about our school district. Parents, guardians, community members, staff, and alumni—everyone is welcome!
Let’s celebrate the people who make our district exceptional!
Don't miss the makeup day for Kindergarten Screenings on Thursday, May 1st from 10:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.
Tryouts for Cape Central High School Cheer have been announced. The clinic will be April 7th, 8th and 9tha from 4:30 - 6:30 pm and tryouts on April 11th beginning at 4. See document for details.
We know that our people make CT a family! Meet Steve Hemby, Transition Instructor at Cape Central Academy! He also coaches football and track, and you’ll often hear his voice on the mic at various events. Coach Hemby is known for his smile and positive attitude that brightens everyone's day. He always has something positive to say and cares deeply about his students and student-athletes. We’re so proud he chooses to call CT home! We want to hear from YOU! Tell us why YOU are CT! Email tallentk@capetigers.com with a picture in your Cape Tigers gear and share what you love about our school district!
Parents, guardians, community members, staff, alumni—you’re all invited to share your CT pride! Let’s celebrate what makes our district so special! Be patient with us as we work through our list of entries each week. Thank you to everyone who has contacted us. We look forward to featuring you very soon!
A quick scheduling reminder - no school Friday, March 21, 2025 for Professional Development. We'll see students back on Monday, March 24th. We also have a board meeting that day starting at 6:00 p.m. at 301 N. Clark. Have a great weekend!
Mrs. Taylor's classes celebrated Bird Appreciation Day early with Blooket about chickens!
Mrs. Lukefahr’s Algebra class are demonstrating Peter Liljedahl’s researched based instruction from his book, Building Thinking Classrooms. These students are using team work to solve problems. Once the problem has a correct solution, one student is chosen to verbalize the process, which requires proficient understanding. They now prefer BTC DAYS over other methods of learning. Thanks to CHS principal, Ms. Schiller and CAO Academic Services Coordinator, Mr. Cato, and SEMO Math Consultant, Lynn Poe with professional development days to help our instructors learn more diverse ways for students to grow and learn.
The ABCToday Network recently hosted the Entry Level Employment and Career Fair at Cape Central High School, connecting 900+ students with 30+ local employers. Students explored job opportunities for teens, high school graduates, those interested in trade programs, and college-bound students.
This year’s event also provided valuable "how-to" resources on getting a driver's license, obtaining vital documents, and applying for a passport — helping students take the next step toward their future.
Cape Central High students took center stage during a powerful Black History Month program. The event was originally scheduled for February but was postponed due to a winter storm. The rescheduled presentation did not disappoint. Students showcased a variety of talents, from singing and heartfelt poetry to an educational presentation on the history of Black hairstyles. The audience was treated to a program full of learning, creativity, passion, and talent. Adding to the special occasion was guest speaker Breanna Harris, a Cape Central alumna, and current news anchor and reporter for KFVS12. She inspired students with her words and shared the importance of having different voices telling stories in the field of news. We would like to send a special thanks to the CHS Yearbook Staff for capturing these memorable moments through photos.
The Cape Central High School football team doesn’t take weekends off — on or off the field.
Recently, the team spent their Saturday volunteering at SEMO Pets, a local animal shelter. From making special treats to walking dogs and giving the animals some much-needed attention, these athletes showed that teamwork goes beyond the gridiron.
Under the leadership of Coach Shaddix, the players helped make the day special for the animals and the staff at the shelter. Their dedication to serving the community is truly commendable.
Thank you to Coach Shaddix and the Cape Central football team for making a positive impact on our community!
Our Black History Month Presentation got postponed because of weather last month so we got to enjoy it today. The student body got to see everything from singing to poems to the history of black hair styles. It was an awesome presentation by some awesome students. And thank you to Breanna Harris for being our speaker!
