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Congratulations to our CHS students selected to be in the Southeast Missouri All-District Choir. Mark your calendars for November 9, 4pm. #wearect

A huge thank you to Riverside Roofing for becoming the newest member of the Cape Public Schools Foundation Scoreboard Sponsorship! Your support is invaluable. Don’t miss tonight’s game between St. Dominic and Cape Central! 🎉🏈

Cape Central High student-athletes visited schools in the District for High Five Friday. They welcomed students as they came to school and talked to them about the importance of good character.

🎉 **Hey Cape Central Class of 2004!** 🎉 We’re excited to announce our **20-year reunion**! It’s time to reconnect, reminisce, and make new memories together. Here’s what we have planned: **🗓 Reunion Schedule:** **September 27th** 🏈 **Family Night at the Homecoming Game** 🕕 **Time:** 6:00 PM 📍 **Location:** Cape Central High School Football Field **Details:** Bring your family and cheer on our team for a fun-filled evening! **September 28th** 🏫 **School Tour** - **CJHS Tour:** Starts at 9:00 AM (Approx. 1 hour) - **CHS Tour:** Arrive by 10:15-10:30 AM (Approx. 1 hour) 🍴 **Lunch:** Possible group lunch after the tours. 🌅 **Main Celebration Event** 🕔 **Time:** 5:00 PM – 10:00 PM 📍 **Location:** Cape Girardeau Country Club 250 Country Club Dr, Cape Girardeau, MO 63701 We can’t wait to see everyone and celebrate our 20 years together! If you have any questions, feel free to reach out via email or on Facebook. Let’s make this reunion unforgettable! 🥳💙 #CapeCentral2004 #20YearReunion #TigersForever

🎉 Attention Cape Central Class of 1984! 🎉 It’s time to celebrate our 40th reunion! Join us for an unforgettable weekend filled with fun, laughter, and memories. 🗓 Reunion Schedule: Friday, September 27th 🏈 Homecoming Football Game 🕕 Time: 6:00 PM 📍 Location: Cape Central High School Football Field Details: Cheer on our Tigers! The first 25 attendees will receive a free pom-pom! 🎉 Saturday, September 28th 🎊 Reunion Party 💵 Entry Fee: $20.00 🕢 Time: 7:30 - 11:00 PM 📍 Location: Cape Eagles Aerie #3775 321 N Spring Street, Cape Girardeau, MO (Behind the old vo-tech building) Details: Enjoy a night of dancing with a DJ, a cash bar, and plenty of stories and reminiscing! 🕺💃 Let’s make new memories while cherishing the old. Can’t wait to see everyone there! 🥳💙 #CapeCentral84 #ReunionTime #TigersForever

We are so proud of our Terrific Tigers from September. These students have started the school year exemplifying excellent character and dedication to their studies. Congratulations, Tigers!

Cape Tiger Supporters and Alumni! 🐯 Join us on Tuesday, October 24th from 4:30 - 6:30 PM at Roost for an evening of fellowship and fun with fellow Tigers and community members! 🧡🎉 🍽 Food provided by Ritter Real Estate 📍 Roost - 39 N. Broadview St., Cape Girardeau, MO Whether you're a longtime supporter or new to the Cape Tigers family, we'd love to see you there. Let’s come together to celebrate and strengthen our community ties! #CapeTigers #TigerPride #WeAreCT #CommunityStrong

We are honored to announce the Keith Adams Memorial Scholarship Fund! This scholarship is dedicated to supporting future innovators and leaders in STEM fields, encouraging academic excellence, and fostering a diverse, inclusive community of learners. A huge thank you to the Adams family for entrusting the Cape Public Schools Foundation with this incredible opportunity to continue Keith Adams legacy. 🌟🎓

We’re honored to announce the new Karen East Altenthal Memorial Scholarship at the Cape Public Schools Foundation! This scholarship, created in memory of Karen East Altenthal, will support students pursuing a degree in Family and Consumer Sciences. Karen’s legacy of dedication and excellence in education continues through this generous gift. A heartfelt thank you to the Altenthal family for their incredible contribution and commitment to empowering future generations. 🌟🎓

We are excited to announce the new Coach Jean L. Estes Memorial Scholarship, generously created by the Estes family in support of Cape Public Schools students! This scholarship honors the legacy of Coach Estes, a beloved figure who dedicated years to mentoring and guiding young athletes. It will be awarded annually to a deserving student-athlete who demonstrates strong leadership, commitment, and academic achievement. We are incredibly thankful to the Estes family for their generosity and for creating such a meaningful opportunity for our students! 🎓🏆

FOR SUNBUCKS: This information is being shared on behalf of the Missouri Department of Elementary and Secondary Education (DESE) Food and Nutrition Services Department. If you have any questions, please contact the Department of Social Services by calling 855-373-4636. Missouri has been approved to provide money to families eligible for critical nutrition benefits. Families can apply to receive this support by submitting the application by Saturday, August 31, 2024. Families with children who meet the criteria will receive an EBT card by mail, or the benefit will be added to their existing EBT card. Criteria for automatic eligibility includes: The household already participates in SNAP or Temporary Assistance; including extended eligible household members, or The child is age 7-17 and in foster care, homeless, a migrant, or The child attends a school that offers the National School Lunch or School Breakfast Program and the household income meets the requirements for free or reduced-price school meals. Again, if you have any questions about this program, please call 855-373-4636.

Cape Central senior Dulina Dias received the Leaders of Hope Award, presented by Baker Implement. The Leaders of Hope Award recognizes students for their community service.

The District will be hosting a tax rate hearing at the August 26, 2024 Board Meeting at Central Office, located at 301 N. Clark at 6:00 p.m. More information can be found on the District's Finance page.

📚✏️ A big thank you to DI Supply, LLC for supporting our Back-to-School Supply Drive! Your contribution helps ensure that our students have the supplies they need to start the school year strong. We're grateful for amazing business partners like you who invest in our community and our kids’ futures. 🧡🖤 #ThankYou #SupportOurStudents #BackToSchool #CommunityPartners #CapePublicSchools

📚✏️ A huge thank you to First Missouri State Bank for supporting our Back-to-School Supply Drive! Your generosity ensures that our students are equipped with the supplies they need to start the school year off on the right foot. We're so grateful for the support of our business partners who help make a difference in our community. 🧡🖤 #ThankYou #SupportOurStudents #BackToSchool #CommunityPartners #CapePublicSchools

The Cape Girardeau County Public Health Center is hosting a drive-thru immunization clinic on August 19th from 9:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. The clinic will offer immunizations required for students entering Kindergarten, 8th grade, and 12th grade. For more information, please visit the CGCPH website: https://www.capecountyhealth.com/calendarDetail.php?BTS-Drive-Thru-Clinic-Kindergarten-8th-12th-100

We are so thankful to all of our community partners for making it possible for us to provide school supply assistance to families in need this school year. Because of your support, our students will start the year with the supplies they need to be successful in the classroom. No child should have to worry about going to school on the first day without the same tools as their classmates. Our community is taking care of our kids yet again, eliminating that concern! Thank you for making a difference in the lives of our students. Together, we are CT!

🎒✏️ The Cape Public Schools Foundation is now accepting donations for back-to-school supplies! Help us equip students with everything they need for a successful year—every contribution makes a difference! Donate at https://www.capetigers.com/o/foundation or drop off your items at 301 North Clark, Cape Girardeau.📚✨

🎺🎷🎶 The Cape Public Schools Foundation is thrilled to announce the arrival of brand new Trumpets, Flutes, Clarinets, and Trombones for the CMS band—let the music begin! 🎵🎉

Cape Girardeau Public Schools is proud to welcome its new teachers for the 2024-2025 school year. New teacher training was held Monday, August 5, 2024 at the District's Central Office. We are so excited to have these individuals join our team! We are CT!