MZ Sophomore Kolby Stafford competed at the Class 1 Sectional Championship in Mokane, MO this past Saturday and has advanced to the Class 1 State Championship in Discus!
Kolby gave an amazing performance in discus, with 3 of his 4 throws having a distance of over 51 meters. His final throw measured 53.82 - a new season best! Kolby brought home a first-place medal for his performance and secured his spot at the State Championship. Kolby finished 7th in shot put, too.
The State Championship will be held this coming Friday, May 22, at Adkins Stadium in Jefferson City, MO. Discus will begin at 12:30 p.m. If you plan on attending, you must purchase a digital ticket online at the MSHSAA website. A lawn chair is also recommended. (If you have any questions, please feel free to contact the school.)
We are so proud of everything you have accomplished this season, Kolby! Good luck at State!
Kolby gave an amazing performance in discus, with 3 of his 4 throws having a distance of over 51 meters. His final throw measured 53.82 - a new season best! Kolby brought home a first-place medal for his performance and secured his spot at the State Championship. Kolby finished 7th in shot put, too.
The State Championship will be held this coming Friday, May 22, at Adkins Stadium in Jefferson City, MO. Discus will begin at 12:30 p.m. If you plan on attending, you must purchase a digital ticket online at the MSHSAA website. A lawn chair is also recommended. (If you have any questions, please feel free to contact the school.)
We are so proud of everything you have accomplished this season, Kolby! Good luck at State!
Elem parents we have a change of plans for tomorrow. Please check your child's bag for permission slips to go to Perry park to watch Sheep Detective. Students that were to come to recovery or were to miss good conduct but did not attend were not given slips.
All students with money will be allowed to purchase concessions from the jr class when we return. No parents this time due to timing.
Marquand TOP Club: Branson Trip!
Our Branson trip is set for May 26, 27, & 28, but we need a final headcount ASAP!
To secure your spot, you must let Mrs. Thurman know and attend the short TOP Club meeting right after school this Wednesday. Ms. Thurman will be finalizing all the details, and we cannot add any names to the list after Wednesday. If you want to go, you must be there or speak to Ms. Thurman prior.
MZ 3rd, 4th, and 5th graders enjoying this beautiful day at Castor River!
The Marquand Zion High School, in conjunction with @MoStateParks, toured the Missouri Capitol on Wednesday, May 13th.
Over 30 high school and middle school students and teachers took a guided tour of the Capitol building, the Whispering Gallery, and sat in on a session of Congress.
During a meeting of the 103rd session of the House of Representatives, students were able to witness a heated debate over Missouri's Ranger bill, designed to add a layer of protection for schools against school violence. (Read more here https://www.missourinet.com/2026/04/08/missouri-lawmakers-move-forward-on-school-rangers-safety-bill/) Many of the students were reluctant to leave, wanting to hear more. The bill passed the House.
Students also visited the "Whispering Gallery". This is a part of the dome of the Capitol where you can whisper on one side and be heard on the opposite side of the room.
The Hall of Statues, the Missouri Museum, and the Missouri Mural were all favorites of the students as well. A quick stop by Rep. Tony Harbison (Madison Co District 144) and Senator Jamie Burger's Office (Senator Madison Co. District 27), and it was quickly time to leave.
A special thanks to the staff of Senator Burger, Rep. Harbison, Representative Becky Laubinger's office, Christine Bell (Our tour guide), and @MoStateParks for making our trip successful!
Over 30 high school and middle school students and teachers took a guided tour of the Capitol building, the Whispering Gallery, and sat in on a session of Congress.
During a meeting of the 103rd session of the House of Representatives, students were able to witness a heated debate over Missouri's Ranger bill, designed to add a layer of protection for schools against school violence. (Read more here https://www.missourinet.com/2026/04/08/missouri-lawmakers-move-forward-on-school-rangers-safety-bill/) Many of the students were reluctant to leave, wanting to hear more. The bill passed the House.
Students also visited the "Whispering Gallery". This is a part of the dome of the Capitol where you can whisper on one side and be heard on the opposite side of the room.
The Hall of Statues, the Missouri Museum, and the Missouri Mural were all favorites of the students as well. A quick stop by Rep. Tony Harbison (Madison Co District 144) and Senator Jamie Burger's Office (Senator Madison Co. District 27), and it was quickly time to leave.
A special thanks to the staff of Senator Burger, Rep. Harbison, Representative Becky Laubinger's office, Christine Bell (Our tour guide), and @MoStateParks for making our trip successful!
Fourth quarter scholars
Front row left to right :
Huxley Nichols, 1st grade scholar
Wylder Long Second grade scholar
Back roll left to right:
Jonah Pirtle Fifth grade scholar
Neveah Matlock PE scholar
Stella Skaggs Art scholar
Annabelle Morrow Music scholar
Joe Ravanelli 3rd grade scholar
Hayden Snode 4th grade scholar
All scholars ate lunch with Mr. Blake on Wednesday, May 13th.
Kolby Stafford competed in the Class 1 District Championship this past Saturday and advanced to the Sectional Meet in both discus and shot put. He took 1st place in discus and 4th place in shot put.
The Sectional Meet will be this Saturday, May 16, at Mokane, MO, at the South Callaway HS. If you plan on attending, you will need to go to the MSHSAA website. Click on the “Track and Field” button. Then click “Saturday, May 16 – Class 1 Sectional 1 and Class 2 Sectional 2.” (https://www.mshsaa.org/tickets)
Kolby will begin throwing shot put at 11:00 am, and discus will follow at 3:00 pm.
(If you would like additional information regarding the meet, please feel free to contact the school.)
Way to go, Kolby! We are so proud of you!
The Sectional Meet will be this Saturday, May 16, at Mokane, MO, at the South Callaway HS. If you plan on attending, you will need to go to the MSHSAA website. Click on the “Track and Field” button. Then click “Saturday, May 16 – Class 1 Sectional 1 and Class 2 Sectional 2.” (https://www.mshsaa.org/tickets)
Kolby will begin throwing shot put at 11:00 am, and discus will follow at 3:00 pm.
(If you would like additional information regarding the meet, please feel free to contact the school.)
Way to go, Kolby! We are so proud of you!
The Summer edition of your FRIDAY FYI
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This is a reminder that Ms. Roberts will showcase student work in the Art Room tonight from 5:00 to 7:00 pm Students that sign-in earn 4 bonus points. The student will earn an additional 4 points if an adult signs in also. Hope to see everyone at the Elementary Concert this evening at 6:00
🐅MZ Teacher Appreciation Week Spotlight! 🐅
Behind every great Tiger is a great teacher! 🍎 To celebrate Teacher Appreciation Week, we want to hear from you.
Drop a comment below to shout out your favorite Marquand-Zion teacher(s)! Feel free to share whatever you'd like, but if you need some inspiration, you can:
Share a favorite memory, funny story, or lesson you still remember!
If you're an alum, give a quick update on how you're doing today.
Or just leave a simple "thank you" to let them know they made a difference.
There are no rules, just let them know they are appreciated! Let's fill the comments and show our MZ staff how much they mean to this community! 💜💛
On Mondays we wear Muumuus 🏝️because buttons are hard, but the last few weeks of school are harder 😂 (yes, I'm a day late posting...blame the end of the school year chaos 😬)
Kolby Stafford competed at the All-Division SEMO Conference Meet on Friday, May 1, at Cape Central HS. This meet is made up of 25 schools from Southeast Missouri. It is then divided into 4 divisions: North, East, South, and West. Marquand-Zion is in the West Division. At this meet, the top 3 athletes overall (N, E, S, W) receive medals, and they also award additional medals for the top 3 athletes in each division.
In discus, Kolby earned a 3rd place medal and All-Conference honors with a throw of 50.40 meters. This was overall with 44 total boys. He finished in 2nd place in the West division, which earned him another medal.
In shot put, Kolby finished 18th overall out of 44 total boys. He finished in 4th place in the West division - just one place away from a medal.
Coach Steffens and CJ Reimler were able to bring a group of HS students to cheer on Kolby. It was a good day for Marquand-Zion!
Kolby will compete at the District 1 Championship at Notre Dame HS in Cape this coming Saturday, May 9th. Discus will begin at 10:00 am. Shot put will not begin until 4:00 p.m. If you plan on attending, lawn chairs are recommended, and you must purchase a digital ticket online on the MSHSAA website. Click the button for Track and Field, then go to May 9th: Class 1 and Class 3 District 1 at Notre Dame HS.
If Kolby places 4th or better at Districts on Saturday, he will then move on to Sectionals, which will be held the following Saturday in Mokane, MO. (More information will be posted as needed.)
Thank you to everyone who has supported Kolby so far this season! We hope to see him on that podium again this year for the State Championship!
In discus, Kolby earned a 3rd place medal and All-Conference honors with a throw of 50.40 meters. This was overall with 44 total boys. He finished in 2nd place in the West division, which earned him another medal.
In shot put, Kolby finished 18th overall out of 44 total boys. He finished in 4th place in the West division - just one place away from a medal.
Coach Steffens and CJ Reimler were able to bring a group of HS students to cheer on Kolby. It was a good day for Marquand-Zion!
Kolby will compete at the District 1 Championship at Notre Dame HS in Cape this coming Saturday, May 9th. Discus will begin at 10:00 am. Shot put will not begin until 4:00 p.m. If you plan on attending, lawn chairs are recommended, and you must purchase a digital ticket online on the MSHSAA website. Click the button for Track and Field, then go to May 9th: Class 1 and Class 3 District 1 at Notre Dame HS.
If Kolby places 4th or better at Districts on Saturday, he will then move on to Sectionals, which will be held the following Saturday in Mokane, MO. (More information will be posted as needed.)
Thank you to everyone who has supported Kolby so far this season! We hope to see him on that podium again this year for the State Championship!
Our hearts are full of gratitude for First Baptist Church of Marquand and the beautiful way you celebrated our Class of 2026 today. Thank you for inviting our seniors, their families, and their sponsors to worship with you, followed by a special dinner in their honor. I was able to attend as their sponsor, and the sermon was great. The meal was wonderful, the cake was perfect, and the thoughtful gifts you gave each senior meant so much. Your kindness, food, drinks, and hospitality made it a day our students will not forget. Only four of our nine seniors were able to attend, but we want you to know that all nine students, their families, and our MZS staff are incredibly thankful for your generosity. In a small town like Marquand, community is everything. Thank you, First Baptist Church, for reminding our seniors that they are seen, supported, and celebrated as they prepare for their next chapter.
Big things are happening for one of our own! A huge congratulations to Marquand Senior Brooklynn Myers on her official signing day at the Cape Girardeau Career and Technology Center (CTC).
Brooklynn has been a dedicated member of the team at ClaRu Deville Nursing Center since December, and it’s clear she’s found her calling. She loves her work and her residents so much that her long-term goal is to continue her journey at ClaRu as a Registered Nurse.
While she’s found a home at ClaRu, Brooklynn is also keeping her horizons bright with interests in Pediatrics and the Emergency Room. We are so proud of your hard work, your compassion, and your ambitious spirit, Brooklynn!
Marquand Zion School is rooting for you as you take this next step toward your nursing career! 🩺❤️
Reminder for tomorrow’s HS trip to the Track and Field Meet: The venue only allows clear bags. Any non-compliant bags must stay on the bus at your own risk. We are not responsible for lost/stolen items left on the bus, so please plan accordingly
This is a special announcement for High School students planning to travel to Cape Central this Friday to cheer on Kolby Stafford at the Track and Field Conference Tournament!
Please note the following updates for the trip:
🚌Departure Time: The bus will now leave at 12:00 PM.
🪑Seating: There are no bleachers. You need to bring a folding chair or a blanket to sit on.
🌭Concessions: Bring cash for the concession stand. (There will most likely be no cards accepted)
⏰ Return Time: We have an estimated arrival time back at the school of 6:00 PM. (Please Note: This return time is strictly an estimate, because we have no real way of knowing exactly how long the meet will last.)
The 2026 track and field season is winding down, but sophomore Kolby Stafford just keeps getting better! He has attended 2 meets since the last post.
April 21 - Potosi Varsity Meet: Kolby hit another personal best in discus. He brought home a 1st place medal (out of 36 boys) and threw 52.77 meters. He also had a good day in shot put, finishing 13th out of 37 boys.
April 23 - Chaffee Varsity Meet: Kolby brought home a 2nd- place medal (out of 28 boys) in discus with a throw of 48.82 meters. He also did very well in shot, earning a personal best throw with a distance of 12.30 meters. He finished in 5th place out of 29 boys which was only 2 places away from a medal.
Kolby will wrap up the regular season this Friday, May 1st, when he competes in the All-Division SEMO Conference Meet. This will be held at Cape Central HS. Kolby will begin throwing discus at 1 pm, and shot put will follow at 3:30 pm. Concessions will be available, and lawn chairs are recommended if you plan to attend. He will then begin the post-season on Saturday, May 9th at Notre Dame HS, where he will compete in the Class 1, District 1 Championship in hopes of beginning his return to the State Championship. (More information will be provided for Districts next week.)
We are so proud of you, Kolby, and can't wait to see how the 2026 season finishes up!
April 21 - Potosi Varsity Meet: Kolby hit another personal best in discus. He brought home a 1st place medal (out of 36 boys) and threw 52.77 meters. He also had a good day in shot put, finishing 13th out of 37 boys.
April 23 - Chaffee Varsity Meet: Kolby brought home a 2nd- place medal (out of 28 boys) in discus with a throw of 48.82 meters. He also did very well in shot, earning a personal best throw with a distance of 12.30 meters. He finished in 5th place out of 29 boys which was only 2 places away from a medal.
Kolby will wrap up the regular season this Friday, May 1st, when he competes in the All-Division SEMO Conference Meet. This will be held at Cape Central HS. Kolby will begin throwing discus at 1 pm, and shot put will follow at 3:30 pm. Concessions will be available, and lawn chairs are recommended if you plan to attend. He will then begin the post-season on Saturday, May 9th at Notre Dame HS, where he will compete in the Class 1, District 1 Championship in hopes of beginning his return to the State Championship. (More information will be provided for Districts next week.)
We are so proud of you, Kolby, and can't wait to see how the 2026 season finishes up!
⚠️ MARQUAND-ZION SCHOOLS: EARLY DISMISSAL NOTICE
Due to the threat of severe weather moving into our area, Marquand-Zion Schools will be dismissing early today to ensure all students and staff can get home safely before conditions deteriorate.
🕒 Dismissal Time: 2:15 PM
Dismissal Details: All students, including bus riders and car pick-ups, will be dismissed at 2:15 PM. Please ensure that someone is available to meet students at their bus stops or pick-up locations earlier than the usual scheduled time.
Cancellations: All after-school activities, practices, and programs are canceled for this evening
The Marquand Zion Middle School and High School Band will be in Concert this Thursday, April 30th, at 6:30 P.M.
The band, under the Direction of Luke Vetter, will be performing in the high school gym.
The Elementary Band Concert is scheduled for May 7th.
The band, under the Direction of Luke Vetter, will be performing in the high school gym.
The Elementary Band Concert is scheduled for May 7th.
🚨 IMPORTANT WEATHER UPDATE: COMMUNITY SHELTER OPENING 🚨
Attention Marquand community,
With severe weather and potential tornadoes forecasted for our area throughout this evening and into the night, we want to ensure everyone has a safe place to go. The FEMA Building/New Gymnasium will be OPEN for anyone needing a secure shelter.
We ask that all visitors please do not touch or move any school equipment and ensure that all animals are kept in a kennel or crate at all times while inside the building. Please also remember to bring any essential items you and your family may need for the duration of the weather event, including food, water, blankets, medications, etc.
Please stay vigilant, keep a close eye on local weather reports, and stay weather-aware as storms develop throughout the evening and into the night.
Stay safe, Marquand