La Plata R-II

See what our next publications interview with Coach Fields---in the Spirit of Thanksgiving, see what he is Thankful for !

9 months ago, Mrs. Smoot

Thankfulness Interview By: Tanner, Dustin, Wyatt If you could invite three people to Thanksgiving dinner, who would they be and why? What would a "thankful Playlist” or "gratitude bucket list” look like for you? If you had to trade one of your favorite things to give joy to someone else, what would it be? What mistakes have you made that led to something positive? What is your favorite thing about working as a coach in La Plata, MO? If you had to write a thank-you letter to someone, who would it be and why? What's something you would take for granted that you'd miss if it were gone? Mr. Fields I would invite my Dad, Mom, and brother. My Dad passed away recently, and it would be a chance for us all to have a meal together again. I would say the things on my “gratitude bucket list” would be Family Friends Freedom Running water Heat/Air My job My car I would trade my TV if it brought joy to someone else. I made a mistake when I went to a college where none of my high school friends were going. I wasn’t sure if I would be able to make friends easily or how to even begin. It turns out that I ended up meeting some of my lifelong best friends there. They are some of my favorite people, and we still talk and get together when we can, even though we live in different places now. My favorite thing is getting to help kids succeed. There is nothing better than when an athlete uses what you taught them and they find success. As a coach, you hope that it helps them become a problem solver down the road. I would write it to my parents. They have taught me so much and have guided me into becoming the person that I am today. Even when I wasn’t the best child, they were still there to pick me up and teach me to problem solve instead of quitting on me. They are the reason that I am a teacher/coach today. They have inspired me so much by their actions, not only as my parents but as people. I think that I take heat and air conditioning for granted. It is not something that you think about until it is completely gone. After having them for so long, I am not sure how I would go without them.

On November 19, a group of seniors traveled to State Tech in Linn for a college visit. Attending the trip were Ashlynn Lewis, Hannah Mitchell, Joel Hunt, Hunter Tuggle, and Paxytn Jones. During the visit, students toured campus facilities and learned about many of the hands-on programs State Tech offers such as Agriculture Operations, Computer Networking & Cyber Security, Electrical Distribution Systems, Medical Radiologic Technology, Welding Technology, Physical Therapy Assistance and Utility Construction. They had the opportunity to ask questions about admissions, financial aid, and careers connected with these programs helping them explore future career paths and a clearer understanding of the training and opportunities available after high school.
This visit rounds out the Fall college visits that are a part of the RootEd program at LHS.

9 months ago, Mrs. Smoot

Check out the next Student Spotlight that attends KATC for part of her day--we are excited to see her future in Education!

9 months ago, Mrs. Smoot

Team Pictures for (JH basketball & Cheer) (HS Basketball & Cheer) will be on Mon, Nov 24, 2025 2:15pm at the HS gym. 6th graders will be brought to the HS by coach. JH Uniforms will be given out before pictures.

9 months ago, Mrs. Smoot

Team Pictures (JH basketball & Cheer) (HS Basketball & Cheer Mon, Nov 24, 2025 2:15pm

Just a reminder, we will be in session on Monday and Tuesday (11-24 and 11-25). No School Wednesday-Monday (11-26 through 12-1). We will be back in session on Tuesday, 12/2. Happy Thanksgiving!

9 months ago, La Plata R-II School District

On October 22, students Layne M., Hannah M., Adasyn O., Lane H., Ashlynn L., Allie H., and Shaylee B. participated in two college visits to explore post-secondary options. The group toured State Fair Community College in Sedalia and Missouri Valley College in Marshall.

During the visits, students learned about academic programs, campus life, and scholarship opportunities. They also had the chance to talk with admissions representatives and current college students, gaining valuable insight into what college life is like and how to prepare for the next step after graduation.
The college visits are part of the RootEd Program at LHS.

9 months ago, Mrs. Smoot

These Bulldogs played hard against Novinger on Wednesday and will move on to play on Thursday vs Linn Co at 8:45. Let's go Bulldogs! Go, fight, win!

9 months ago, La Plata R-II School District

These LadyDogs gave it their all in a nail biter, cliff hanger, thriller, sit on the edge of your seat kinda game. They battled on the court and came out ahead which showed their grit and determination. The cheerleaders were as loud and proud as ever! They won vs Brashear 40 to 36 and will move on to play in the Championship game vs Atlanta on Saturday at 6:45. Thank you to our cheerleaders who have showed up every night with spirit cheering boys and girls on....we appreciate YOU!

9 months ago, La Plata R-II School District

Updated Atlanta Tourney bracket!

Great job to the boys that won last night vs Novinger. Girls play tonight at 7:30.

https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/1Q5DBl7yc85OE2213GZ_30AAh7jYcam21lzGxhXxd0R0/edit?usp=sharing

9 months ago, Mrs. Smoot

On October 29, the following students attended a college visit to Northwest Missouri State University in Maryville: Dillon M., Shaylee B., Ashlynn L., Haylea T., and Macy D. During the visit, students toured campus facilities, explored academic programs, and learned more about student life opportunities at Northwest. The experience gave them valuable insight into college life and helped them consider future educational goals.
We had the opportunity to catch up with LHS alumni, Kristen Wood who attends Northwest.
The college visits are part of the RootEd program at LHS.

9 months ago, Mrs. Smoot

Happy Veteran's Day!

10 months ago, Mrs. Smoot