Our marching band had a fantastic debut at the Chaffee Homecoming Parade!

This was the band’s first parade. Our students showed up, performed with confidence, and represented their school with pride! 🎺🥁🎶
about 11 hours ago, Oran R-III
Marching band in blue-and-white uniforms carries an “Oran Marching Band” banner during a sunny street parade.
Two marching band members in blue, gold, and white uniforms walk along a sunlit street as spectators watch.

Our next Hero in the Hallways is Dr. Brent Trankler, Junior High and High School Principal! 💪

Dr. Trankler is in his third year at Oran R-III Schools, but his connection to the district goes back much further. As an Oran R-III graduate, he says having the opportunity to return, serve the school that helped shape him, and give back to the community makes his work especially meaningful.

For Dr. Trankler, the people are what make Oran such a special place. He values the strong faculty, great students, supportive community, and shared pride in helping students and the school succeed.

One of his proudest professional accomplishments came during his time at Sikeston Career and Technology Center, when he received the Harbor Freight Tools for Schools Prize for Teaching Excellence Grand Prize. The $100,000 award provided updated tools and equipment that continue to benefit students, including students from Oran.

Dr. Trankler says he is incredibly thankful for the opportunity to serve as a principal in his hometown and for the trust the Oran community has placed in him. 

Thank you, Dr. Trankler, for serving your school and community!

about 15 hours ago, Oran R-III
“Heroes in the Halls” graphic featuring Dr. Brent Trankler, Junior High & High School Principal, in his third year at Oran.
Our “Did You Know?” series continues with a look at fixed costs.

Did you know that many school district expenses remain the same regardless of enrollment? 💰

Every district must maintain safe facilities, reliable technology, transportation, staffing, and essential student services. For Oran R-III, annual costs include approximately $85,000 for utilities, $257,000 for insurance, and $93,000 for technology.

These costs do not decrease at the same rate as enrollment. With fewer students to spread those expenses across, fixed costs have an even greater financial impact on small districts.

No matter our enrollment, we must continue providing the services and resources necessary to operate our schools safely and effectively. 🏫
3 days ago, Oran R-III
Graphic reading “Did you know? Many school district expenses remain the same regardless of enrollment,” with Oran Eagles logo.

Come out and support our band at Chaffee Homecoming! 🎺

Our band has been invited to participate in Chaffee Homecoming this Saturday at 10:00am. Bring your family and friends, cheer on our students, and help us make some noise as they represent our community.

We hope to see you there! 🎶

3 days ago, Oran R-III
A group of students marches down a sunny residential street, carrying drums, cymbals, and brass instruments.

Students Ellie and Adriana recently had an opportunity to tour the Southeast Health College of Nursing and Health Sciences! 🩺

They enjoyed exploring the campus, learning more about programs in nursing and health sciences, and getting a firsthand look at future education and career possibilities.

4 days ago, Oran R-III
Two smiling women pose together in front of a bright blue backdrop with a colorful geometric logo.
Two people stand beside an X-ray table as one demonstrates positioning near the imaging equipment.
Two people practice positioning at an X-ray table beneath a large overhead imaging machine.

Congratulations to our Junior Beta students on an outstanding showing at the Junior Beta Leadership Summit! 🌟

Students earned recognition in Collaboration Connection, Being Better Betas, and Outstanding Leadership School, and they took 1st place in the scavenger hunt!

Their achievements also earned them a spot at the National Beta Convention in Texas this June. We are proud of these students for representing our school and demonstrating their leadership, teamwork, and commitment! 🎉

5 days ago, Oran R-III
Five students pose outside a brick building; three hold leadership award plaques and wear event badges.
Three students in matching shirts pose atop a tall rope-climbing structure beneath a cloudy sky.
Kindness is blooming in kindergarten! 🌷

Our kindergarten students brightened the day for teachers and staff by delivering flowers to them, sharing a little extra kindness throughout their school. 💙
6 days ago, Oran R-III
Young students deliver flowers to a smiling teacher standing in her classroom doorway.
A school staff member smiles while holding a small bouquet presented by a young student at the office counter.
Four young students carry small bouquets of flowers as they walk together down a school hallway.

Our high school volleyball team recently took their skills off the court and into the community with a visit to Newbridge Retirement Community! Students joined residents for a friendly game of Ollyball, sharing plenty of fun, laughter, and friendly competition along the way. 🏐

Thank you to Newbridge Retirement Community for welcoming our students and making this a memorable experience for everyone. 💙

7 days ago, Oran R-III
Volleyball players in bright pink shirts pose with older adults in navy shirts at a senior living community.
An older woman reaches for a large white ball while volleyball players and residents sit together in a lounge.
A volleyball player leads seated older adults in a circle as a large white ball is tossed across the room.
A volleyball player in a pink shirt engages with older women during a ball activity, with a walker nearby.
Volleyball players in matching pink shirts mingle and share hugs with older adults after a group activity.

Our next Hero in the Hallway is Shea Dumey, elementary Title reading teacher! 🌟

Now in her second year here, she says the strong sense of teamwork and family stood out to her from the very beginning.

“The moment I stepped inside the elementary office for my interview, I could feel such a strong sense of family and teamwork,” Shea says. “Everything and everyone who makes up our school has been a blessing, and I will always be grateful for the opportunity to be part of this amazing team.”

After working in several school districts throughout the area, Shea says those experiences have given her an even deeper appreciation for the expectations, values, and goals that serve as the foundation of Oran R-III. 

For Shea, being part of Oran R-III is meaningful both professionally and personally. She and her husband now have the joy of watching their own daughter thrive as a student at Oran Junior High.

We are proud to recognize Shea Dumey as a Hero in the Hallway and grateful for the care, experience, and commitment she brings to our students each day! 🤗

8 days ago, Oran R-III
Graphic honoring Shea Dumey, Elementary Title Reading Teacher, in her second year at Oran, with a staff photo and Eagles logo.
Our 2nd graders had a sweet time celebrating Johnny Appleseed Week! 🍎

Students taste-tested different apples while learning that thousands of apple varieties are grown across the United States. They used their observation skills to describe each apple’s appearance, discussed what made each variety different, and, of course, chose their favorites.

It was a fun and delicious way to bring learning to life in the classroom! 🌟
10 days ago, Oran R-III
Elementary students pose around an “Apple Graphing” chart showing Fuji as the class favorite, with several children holding apples.
Our 6th grade students put ratios into practice with a hands-on Skittles activity, using what they learned in class to explore math in a colorful way! 🍬
10 days ago, Oran R-III
A student in a pink sweater completes a classroom worksheet using colorful candies arranged on her desk.
Students work independently at classroom desks, using colorful candies and worksheets for a hands-on learning activity.
Students in Mr. Davis’s Music Appreciation class are learning to play guitar! 🎸

Just one month into the class, students are building their skills, making progress, and enjoying making music together. It’s great to see their confidence grow along the way! ⭐️
11 days ago, Oran R-III
Two students sitting in a school classroom playing acoustic guitars.

Oran Senior Beta officers recently represented our school at the National Leadership Conference in Cape Girardeau, Missouri!

Throughout the conference, our officers delivered creative presentations and demonstrated their leadership, innovation, and teamwork skills alongside Beta members from across the state.

We are proud to celebrate four awards earned by the team:

⭐️ Being Better Betas – Ethical Dilemma Challenge

⭐️ Collaboration Connection – Teamwork Challenge

⭐️ Beta Blitz – Marketing Challenge

⭐️ Outstanding Leadership School

These achievements have officially qualified our officers for the National Convention in Fort Worth, Texas, this summer. Congratulations to our student leaders on an outstanding accomplishment! 🎉

11 days ago, Oran R-III
Four students pose indoors holding a “Being Better Betas: Ethical Decision Making” presentation sign.
Eight students pose outside a brick building, with several holding leadership and achievement plaques.
Four students smile outside while jointly holding a “Being Better Betas” regional leadership award plaque.
Six students pose outside a brick building, with the center student holding a collaboration award plaque.
Three students pose outside a brick building; the center student holds a Beta Blitz outstanding qualifier plaque.
Three students wearing National Beta lanyards pose behind a “Beta Blitz” presentation board from Oran High School.

Creativity is taking shape in freshman art class! 🎨 

Students are beginning their cardboard carnival game project, where they will design and build a life-size, playable carnival game using only cardboard scraps.

We can’t wait to see their creative ideas come to life! 🎡

11 days ago, Oran R-III
Student in a pink shirt cuts cardboard at a classroom table while classmates work on projects in the background.
Two students in bright pink shirts cut and shape cardboard boxes together during a classroom project.
Two students work together on a pink cardboard box project at a classroom table, with scissors nearby.
Two students arrange large cardboard panels over green material while building a classroom project.
Two students in pink shirts use hot glue guns to assemble colorful cardboard pieces at a classroom worktable.
Student holds a partially assembled cardboard structure while classmates work on projects around the classroom.
Kindergarten students recently celebrated the end of their chapter book with a special Pippi Longstocking Day! 📚
12 days ago, Oran R-III
A group of smiling young students sit together in a school hallway beneath a colorful, house-themed classroom doorway.
Our junior high girls basketball team enjoyed some time together off the court with a trip to the Chaffee Drive-In after practice. 🏀

A little team bonding and ice cream made for a sweet way to wrap up the day! 🍦
12 days ago, Oran R-III
Group of young girls and a dog standing outside of a ice cream shop smiling and holding cups.

Superintendent Dr. Adam Friga recently joined the "Beyond the Bell" podcast for a conversation about important issues facing public education in Missouri. 🎙️

The episode explores accountability, funding, and conversations happening across the state, along with practical guidance for communicating with school boards, staff, families, and communities.

Listen to the conversation on your preferred platform:

➡️YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-JcgHIUaJVo&t=5s

➡️Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/episode/3FqbnZKdxvKIQJtDVXE47Z?si=83f668548d53454b

➡️Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/beyond-the-bell-leading-with-purpose/id1857481484?i=1000791102338

12 days ago, Oran R-III
Two men pictured beside the iftED logo for “Beyond the Bell: Missouri Accountability & School Funding.”
Our 4th grade students recently brought history to life with displays highlighting early civilizations, including the Maya, Aztec, Mississippian, Inca, and Ancestral Pueblo peoples!

Students showcased what they learned by creating models of the homes and structures these civilizations built and lived in.

What a creative way to explore history and demonstrate learning! ⭐️
13 days ago, Oran R-III
Smiling student works with classmates to build a model structure from craft sticks and other classroom materials.
Four students stand behind a handmade model shelter built with craft sticks, rocks, and natural materials.
Four students pose behind a colorful model shelter decorated with stones, straw, and craft sticks.
Three students stand behind a large handmade model shelter constructed from clay, cardboard, and natural materials.
Four students pose behind a colorful model shelter topped with straw, with a small stone-ringed fire beside it.
Four students stand behind a model shelter made from craft sticks and yarn, surrounded by rocks and clay.

A location change didn’t stop our students from coming together for the FCA-sponsored Prayer at the Pole! 🌟

The gathering moved indoors, where we welcomed a record number of attendees. Thank you to everyone who participated and helped make the morning memorable!

13 days ago, Oran R-III
Students, families, and staff stand in a large circle on a high school gym floor beneath blue-and-gold banners.

Our seniors and their families enjoyed a special morning together at our Senior Breakfast! 🎓 

It was wonderful to celebrate the Class of 2027 and this memorable milestone in their final year of high school. Thank you to everyone who joined us and helped make the morning special.

13 days ago, Oran R-III
Students and adults gather around blue-covered tables in a classroom for a Class of 2027 senior breakfast.
Students, families, and staff share breakfast at crowded classroom tables, with fruit and drinks served nearby.
Students and adults eat and socialize at tables in a music classroom decorated with string lights and hanging greenery.