<p data-start="14" data-end="382" class=""><span style="font-family:Tahoma;font-size:18px">We are thrilled to announce that </span><span style="font-family:Tahoma;font-size:18px"><strong data-start="47" data-end="76">Frontier STEM High School</strong></span><span style="font-family:Tahoma;font-size:18px"> has been named a </span><span style="font-family:Tahoma;font-size:18px"><strong data-start="94" data-end="131">2024–25 PLTW Distinguished School</strong></span><span style="font-family:Tahoma;font-size:18px">! This prestigious recognition from </span><span style="font-family:Tahoma;font-size:18px"><em data-start="167" data-end="196">Project Lead The Way (PLTW)</em></span><span style="font-family:Tahoma;font-size:18px"> honors schools across the nation that are expanding student access to high-quality STEM education and empowering students with the skills and knowledge to thrive in college and careers.</span></p> <p data-start="384" data-end="753" class=""><span style="font-family:Tahoma;font-size:18px">At Frontier STEM High School, our commitment to innovation, hands-on learning, and student achievement continues to shape the future of our learners. By offering PLTW’s transformative programs in engineering, biomedical science, and computer science, we ensure students are exposed to real-world challenges and inspired to become tomorrow’s problem-solvers and leaders.</span></p> <p data-start="755" data-end="942" class=""><span style="font-family:Tahoma;font-size:18px">This recognition is a testament to the dedication of our staff, students, and community. Thank you for supporting our mission to provide equitable and engaging STEM opportunities for all!</span></p> <p data-start="944" data-end="1026" class=""><span style="font-family:Tahoma;font-size:18px">Congratulations to the entire Panther Family on this outstanding achievement! 💙🧡</span></p>

<p><span style="font-family: Tahoma; font-size: 18px">Today, May 7th, Frontier STEM High School had the honor of welcoming Missouri Commissioner of Education Karla Eslinger and Chief of Staff Emily Manley. During their visit, students proudly showcased their work at a series of STEM stations—each one led by students and featuring innovative, hands-on projects that reflect the creativity and critical thinking happening every day in our classrooms.</span></p><p><span style="font-family: Tahoma; font-size: 18px">The visit concluded with a meeting between the Commissioner, Chief of Staff, and school administrators to discuss the school’s efforts in STEM education, student success, and continued growth.</span></p><p><span style="font-family: Tahoma; font-size: 18px">We are grateful for their time and interest in the amazing work being done at Frontier. Thank you for stopping by and supporting our students!</span></p>

<p data-start='161' data-end='410' class=''><strong data-start="161" data-end="190">&nbsp;End-of-Course (EOC) Exams</strong> will take place at <strong data-start="210" data-end="265">Frontier STEM High School from May 6 through May 19</strong>. These state-required assessments are a <strong data-start="306" data-end="332">graduation requirement</strong> and play a vital role in measuring student progress in key academic subjects.</p><h4 data-start='412' data-end='450' class=''>✅ How You Can Support Your Child:</h4><ul data-start='451' data-end='713'> <li data-start="451" data-end="520" class=""> <p data-start="453" data-end="520" class="">Ensure your child gets a <strong data-start="478" data-end="500">full night of rest</strong> before each exam.</p> </li> <li data-start="521" data-end="570" class=""> <p data-start="523" data-end="570" class="">Provide a <strong data-start="533" data-end="554">healthy breakfast</strong> each morning.</p> </li> <li data-start="571" data-end="635" class=""> <p data-start="573" data-end="635" class=""><strong data-start="573" data-end="606">Avoid scheduling appointments</strong> during the testing window.</p> </li> <li data-start="636" data-end="713" class=""> <p data-start="638" data-end="713" class="">Encourage your child to <strong data-start="662" data-end="679">do their best</strong> and <strong data-start="684" data-end="712">arrive to school on time</strong>.</p> </li> </ul><p data-start='715' data-end='801' class=''>The complete testing schedule for all EOC and AP exams is attached for your reference.</p><p data-start='803' data-end='934' class=''>If you have any questions, please contact your child’s teacher or the school office. Thank you for supporting your child’s success!</p>

<p><span style="font-family: Tahoma; font-size: 18px">We have some exciting news to share, Panther Family! 🎉</span></p><p><br /><span style="font-family: Tahoma; font-size: 18px">SchoolSmart KC has officially announced the finalists for their prestigious 2025 Charter Excellence in Education Awards—and we are thrilled to share that two of our outstanding members have been recognized for their excellence and dedication!</span></p><p>&nbsp;</p><p><span style="font-family: Tahoma; font-size: 18px"><strong>Here are the </strong></span><span style="font-family: Tahoma; font-size: 18px"><strong>finalists by category:</strong></span></p><ul><li><p><span style="font-family: Tahoma; font-size: 18px"><strong>Star Leader:</strong></span><span style="font-family: Tahoma; font-size: 18px"> Resul Geyik (FSHS)</span></p></li><li><p><span style="font-family: Tahoma; font-size: 18px"><strong>Star Teacher 7–12:</strong></span><span style="font-family: Tahoma; font-size: 18px"> Merve Cevik (FSHS)</span></p><p>&nbsp;</p></li></ul><p><span style="font-family: Tahoma; font-size: 18px">These educators exemplify what it means to go above and beyond for their students, their schools, and the broader community. Their passion, leadership, and hard work continue to inspire everyone around them.</span></p><p><span style="font-family: Tahoma; font-size: 18px">The winners will be announced during the awards ceremony on&nbsp;</span><span style="font-family: Tahoma; font-size: 18px"><strong>Tuesday, August 5th at 5:30 PM</strong></span><span style="font-family: Tahoma; font-size: 18px">, hosted at&nbsp;</span><span style="font-family: Tahoma; font-size: 18px"><strong>Royals Stadium – Diamond Club</strong></span><span style="font-family: Tahoma; font-size: 18px">. We can’t wait to cheer them on!</span></p><p><span style="font-family: Tahoma; font-size: 18px">Congratulations! We are so proud of you and so grateful to have such incredible talent and heart within our Panther Family. 💙💛</span></p>

<p data-pm-slice="1 1 []" style="margin: 0px 0px 10px; box-sizing: border-box; color: #333333; font-family: Arial; font-size: 14px; background-color: #ffffff"><span style="box-sizing: border-box; font-family: Tahoma; font-size: 18px">Attention, Panther Family! Due to recent snow days, adjustments have been made to the 2024-2025 academic calendar. Please review the following changes and mark your calendars accordingly:</span></p><p style="margin: 0px 0px 10px; box-sizing: border-box; color: #333333; font-family: Arial; font-size: 14px; background-color: #ffffff"><span style="box-sizing: border-box; font-family: Tahoma; font-size: 18px"><span style="box-sizing: border-box; font-weight: 700">Updated School Days:</span></span></p><ul style="box-sizing: border-box; margin-bottom: 10px; color: #333333; font-family: Arial; font-size: 14px; background-color: #ffffff; list-style-position: initial !important; list-style-image: initial !important"><li style="box-sizing: border-box"><span style="box-sizing: border-box; font-family: Tahoma; font-size: 18px"><span style="box-sizing: border-box; font-weight: 700">Friday, February 28, 2025</span></span><span style="box-sizing: border-box; font-family: Tahoma; font-size: 18px">&nbsp;– Originally scheduled as a Parent-Teacher Conference Day, this will now be a&nbsp;</span><span style="box-sizing: border-box; font-family: Tahoma; font-size: 18px"><span style="box-sizing: border-box; font-weight: 700">regular student attendance day</span></span><span style="box-sizing: border-box; font-family: Tahoma; font-size: 18px">. **</span><span style="box-sizing: border-box; font-family: Tahoma; font-size: 18px"><span style="box-sizing: border-box; font-weight: 700">Parent-Teacher Conferences will NOT take place on this date.**</span></span></li></ul><ul style="box-sizing: border-box; margin-bottom: 10px; color: #333333; font-family: Arial; font-size: 14px; background-color: #ffffff; list-style-position: initial !important; list-style-image: initial !important"><li><span style="box-sizing: border-box; font-family: Tahoma; font-size: 18px"><span style="box-sizing: border-box; font-weight: 700">Monday, March 24, 2025</span></span><span style="box-sizing: border-box; font-family: Tahoma; font-size: 18px">&nbsp;–&nbsp;</span><span style="box-sizing: border-box; font-family: Tahoma; font-size: 18px">Previously designated as a Professional Development/Student Holiday, this day will now be a&nbsp;</span><span style="box-sizing: border-box; font-family: Tahoma; font-size: 18px"><span style="box-sizing: border-box; font-weight: 700">student attendance day.</span></span>&nbsp;<em><strong><span style="font-family: Tahoma">&nbsp;</span><span style="font-family: Tahoma; text-decoration-line: underline">(Recently Added)</span></strong></em></li></ul><ul style="box-sizing: border-box; margin-bottom: 10px; color: #333333; font-family: Arial; font-size: 14px; background-color: #ffffff; list-style-position: initial !important; list-style-image: initial !important"><li style="box-sizing: border-box"><span style="box-sizing: border-box; font-family: Tahoma; font-size: 18px"><span style="box-sizing: border-box; font-weight: 700">Friday, April 18, 2025</span></span><span style="box-sizing: border-box; font-family: Tahoma; font-size: 18px">&nbsp;– Originally a Spring Holiday, this day has been&nbsp;</span><span style="box-sizing: border-box; font-family: Tahoma; font-size: 18px"><span style="box-sizing: border-box; font-weight: 700">changed to a student attendance day</span></span><span style="box-sizing: border-box; font-family: Tahoma; font-size: 18px">.</span></li></ul><ul style="box-sizing: border-box; margin-bottom: 10px; color: #333333; font-family: Arial; font-size: 14px; background-color: #ffffff; list-style-position: initial !important; list-style-image: initial !important"><li style="box-sizing: border-box"><span style="box-sizing: border-box; font-family: Tahoma; font-size: 18px"><span style="box-sizing: border-box; font-weight: 700">Friday, May 23, 2025</span></span><span style="box-sizing: border-box; font-family: Tahoma; font-size: 18px">&nbsp;– Previously designated as a Professional Development/Student Holiday, this day will now be a&nbsp;</span><span style="box-sizing: border-box; font-family: Tahoma; font-size: 18px"><span style="box-sizing: border-box; font-weight: 700">student attendance day</span></span><span style="box-sizing: border-box; font-family: Tahoma; font-size: 18px">&nbsp;and will also serve as the&nbsp;</span><span style="box-sizing: border-box; font-family: Tahoma; font-size: 18px"><span style="box-sizing: border-box; font-weight: 700">last day of school</span></span><span style="box-sizing: border-box; font-family: Tahoma; font-size: 18px">.</span></li></ul><p style="margin: 0px 0px 10px; box-sizing: border-box; color: #333333; font-family: Arial; font-size: 14px; background-color: #ffffff"><span style="box-sizing: border-box; font-family: Tahoma; font-size: 18px">We appreciate your understanding and flexibility as we ensure our students receive the necessary instructional time. Thank you for your continued support!</span></p><p style="margin: 0px 0px 10px; box-sizing: border-box; color: #333333; font-family: Arial; font-size: 14px; background-color: #ffffff"><a href="https://www.frontierschools.org/pdf/Frontier_Schools_2024-25_Academic_Calendar_r2.pdf" target="_blank"><span style="box-sizing: border-box; font-weight: 700"><span style="box-sizing: border-box; font-family: Tahoma; font-size: 16px">Click here</span></span></a><span style="box-sizing: border-box; font-weight: 700"><span style="box-sizing: border-box; font-family: Tahoma; font-size: 16px">&nbsp;to review the revised 2024-2025 Academic Calendar.</span></span><span style="box-sizing: border-box; font-family: Tahoma; font-size: 18px">&nbsp;</span>&nbsp;</p>