April and May are very busy. Here is a tentative list of things happening. It's not comprehensive and may change, so please reach out to the school with any questions.
Upcoming School Events
April
• April 22 – Preschool Step Up Day (9:30–10:00)
• April 23 – Kindergarten Field Trip (Blank Park Zoo)
• April 27 – 3rd Grade McNay Research Farm (10:30–1:00)
• April 29 – HS Job Shadow Day
• April 29 – BGC Academic Awards @ Graceland University (6:00–7:00 PM)
• April 30 – IHCC Construction Visit Day (Grades 9–12)
• April 30 – PTU Carnival (5:00–7:00 PM)
• April 30 – Graceland Soils Day
May
• May 1 – Tentative FFA Ag Day (AM: animals / PM: pep rally & games)
• May 4 – FFA Blood Drive (1:30–5:30)
• May 5 – ADMYRE Assembly (2:00 – teen dating & healthy relationships)
• May 7 – 6th Grade Math Bee
• May 12 – 1st–4th Spring Concert (6:30 PM; rehearsal 12:15–1:00)
• May 12 – 1st Grade Field Trip (Centerville Hospital, 10:00–12:15)
• May 13 – Track & Field Day
• May 14 – Seniors’ Last Day
• May 14 – PK Field Trip (Iowa Children’s Museum)
• May 15 – 1st Grade Field Trip (Lelah Bradley Reservoir)
• May 15 – 2nd & 3rd Grade Field Trip (Blue Zoo)
• May 15 – Last Day for PK
• May 15 – 8th Grade Graduation Dance
• May 16 – HS Graduation (1:00 PM)
• May 18 – Band & Choir Concert (Grades 5–12, 6:30 PM)
• May 19 – 4th Grade Field Trip (Nelson Pioneer Farm, early dismissal 8:30)
• May 20 – Kindergarten Graduation (9:00 AM – students dismissed after)
• May 21 – 8th Grade Graduation (9:00 AM – students dismissed after)
Upcoming School Events
April
• April 22 – Preschool Step Up Day (9:30–10:00)
• April 23 – Kindergarten Field Trip (Blank Park Zoo)
• April 27 – 3rd Grade McNay Research Farm (10:30–1:00)
• April 29 – HS Job Shadow Day
• April 29 – BGC Academic Awards @ Graceland University (6:00–7:00 PM)
• April 30 – IHCC Construction Visit Day (Grades 9–12)
• April 30 – PTU Carnival (5:00–7:00 PM)
• April 30 – Graceland Soils Day
May
• May 1 – Tentative FFA Ag Day (AM: animals / PM: pep rally & games)
• May 4 – FFA Blood Drive (1:30–5:30)
• May 5 – ADMYRE Assembly (2:00 – teen dating & healthy relationships)
• May 7 – 6th Grade Math Bee
• May 12 – 1st–4th Spring Concert (6:30 PM; rehearsal 12:15–1:00)
• May 12 – 1st Grade Field Trip (Centerville Hospital, 10:00–12:15)
• May 13 – Track & Field Day
• May 14 – Seniors’ Last Day
• May 14 – PK Field Trip (Iowa Children’s Museum)
• May 15 – 1st Grade Field Trip (Lelah Bradley Reservoir)
• May 15 – 2nd & 3rd Grade Field Trip (Blue Zoo)
• May 15 – Last Day for PK
• May 15 – 8th Grade Graduation Dance
• May 16 – HS Graduation (1:00 PM)
• May 18 – Band & Choir Concert (Grades 5–12, 6:30 PM)
• May 19 – 4th Grade Field Trip (Nelson Pioneer Farm, early dismissal 8:30)
• May 20 – Kindergarten Graduation (9:00 AM – students dismissed after)
• May 21 – 8th Grade Graduation (9:00 AM – students dismissed after)
Seymour 5th-8th-grade students had a great time fishing today. Thanks to Kim and Perry Daugherty for allowing us to fish their pond. It was a great day!
Seymour's 2026 Prom Theme is "Golden Hour" - think sunsets in the Midwest!
Seymour Promenade will be this Friday, April 17th, at 6:00pm, in the Seymour High School gym. See you there!
Seymour Promenade will be this Friday, April 17th, at 6:00pm, in the Seymour High School gym. See you there!
March's CKH theme was Courage, and we held our assembly last week. Congratulations to this group of students for being recognized by our staff for their willingness to try difficult things.
Also, congratulations to Mrs. Van Pelt for being recognized by our students for displaying courage!
Note - Students pictured with Mrs. Banks were absent from the assembly, but we're glad we could catch them when they returned.
Also, congratulations to Mrs. Van Pelt for being recognized by our students for displaying courage!
Note - Students pictured with Mrs. Banks were absent from the assembly, but we're glad we could catch them when they returned.
Parents and Guardians,
We recently met with all students in grades 3–11 to talk about the upcoming ISASP testing. During this time, we discussed the importance of the test, but more importantly, we emphasized that effort is what truly matters.
Please take a few moments to visit with your child about doing their best and showing what they know. Your support and encouragement make a big difference in helping students feel confident and prepared.
Below is the testing schedule:
Tuesday, April 21 – Science (Grades 5, 8, and 10 only)
Wednesday, April 22 – Reading (3rd–11th)
Thursday, April 23 – Language/Writing (3rd–11th)
Tuesday, April 28 – Math (3rd–11th)
📣 ISASP TESTING INFORMATION – SENIORS 📣
Attention Senior Students & Parents,
Due to ISASP testing, our school will operate on a 2-Hour Late Start Schedule on the following dates:
Wednesday, April 22
Thursday, April 23
Tuesday, April 28
⏰ SENIOR SCHEDULE ADJUSTMENT
If you have a 1st Hour class, you do NOT need to report to school until 10:00 AM.
🕒 2-HOUR LATE START BELL SCHEDULE
1st Period: 10:00 – 10:34
2nd Period: 10:37 – 11:11
3rd Period: 11:14 – 11:48
5th Period (HS): 11:51 – 12:40
MS Lunch: 11:48 – 12:14
5th Period (MS): 12:17 – 1:06
HS Lunch: 12:40 – 1:06
4th Period: 1:09 – 1:46
6th Period: 1:49 – 2:26
7th Period: 2:29 – 3:06
8th Period: 3:09 – 3:45
📌 Please plan accordingly.
If you have any questions, feel free to reach out.
Thank you!
Attention Senior Students & Parents,
Due to ISASP testing, our school will operate on a 2-Hour Late Start Schedule on the following dates:
Wednesday, April 22
Thursday, April 23
Tuesday, April 28
⏰ SENIOR SCHEDULE ADJUSTMENT
If you have a 1st Hour class, you do NOT need to report to school until 10:00 AM.
🕒 2-HOUR LATE START BELL SCHEDULE
1st Period: 10:00 – 10:34
2nd Period: 10:37 – 11:11
3rd Period: 11:14 – 11:48
5th Period (HS): 11:51 – 12:40
MS Lunch: 11:48 – 12:14
5th Period (MS): 12:17 – 1:06
HS Lunch: 12:40 – 1:06
4th Period: 1:09 – 1:46
6th Period: 1:49 – 2:26
7th Period: 2:29 – 3:06
8th Period: 3:09 – 3:45
📌 Please plan accordingly.
If you have any questions, feel free to reach out.
Thank you!
📢 IHCC Students & ISASP Testing 📢
What You Need to Know
✅ Excused from IHCC Classes
On ISASP testing days, students attending IHCC will be excused from their college classes.
📝 ISASP Testing
Students will take the ISASP with their assigned class at the scheduled time.
📚 After Testing
Following the test, students will remain at school and report to study hall to work on IHCC assignments or other work until it's time to report to their scheduled class.
ISASP Information - Seniors
FYI – Senior Parents/Students
Due to ISASP testing, our school will be operating on a 2-hour late start schedule on the following dates:
Wednesday, April 22
Thursday, April 23
Tuesday, April 28
Seniors: If you have a first-hour class, you do not need to report to school until 10:00 AM.
2-Hour Late Start Bell Schedule:
1st Period: 10:00–10:34
2nd Period: 10:37–11:11
3rd Period: 11:14–11:48
5th Period (HS): 11:51–12:40
MS Lunch: 11:48–12:14
5th Period (MS): 12:17–1:06
HS Lunch: 12:40–1:06
4th Period: 1:09–1:46
6th Period: 1:49–2:26
7th Period: 2:29–3:06
8th Period: 3:09–3:45
Please plan accordingly and reach out with any questions.
FYI – Senior Parents/Students
Due to ISASP testing, our school will be operating on a 2-hour late start schedule on the following dates:
Wednesday, April 22
Thursday, April 23
Tuesday, April 28
Seniors: If you have a first-hour class, you do not need to report to school until 10:00 AM.
2-Hour Late Start Bell Schedule:
1st Period: 10:00–10:34
2nd Period: 10:37–11:11
3rd Period: 11:14–11:48
5th Period (HS): 11:51–12:40
MS Lunch: 11:48–12:14
5th Period (MS): 12:17–1:06
HS Lunch: 12:40–1:06
4th Period: 1:09–1:46
6th Period: 1:49–2:26
7th Period: 2:29–3:06
8th Period: 3:09–3:45
Please plan accordingly and reach out with any questions.
April Showers Bring May Flowers! 🌧️🌸
Our PK–3 students have been busy this week getting creative! They’ve been making colorful flowers with their names on the stems, decorating umbrellas, finger painting, and crafting raindrops and flowers to brighten up our hallway. We love seeing their hard work come to life!
Our PK–3 students have been busy this week getting creative! They’ve been making colorful flowers with their names on the stems, decorating umbrellas, finger painting, and crafting raindrops and flowers to brighten up our hallway. We love seeing their hard work come to life!
5th-8th Grade 3rd Quarter Party Details. Permission slips are due at the office by April 15.
🥎 Gear Up, Warriorette Fans! ❤️🖤
Show your support for Seymour Warriorette Softball by ordering your team shirts today! Whether you're in the stands or around town, let’s represent our Warriorettes with pride all season long.
🛒 Don’t wait—the online store closes April 26th! Be sure to get your order in before it’s too late!
https://powergraphicstees.com/collections/seymour-softball?sort_by=title-descending
Show your support for Seymour Warriorette Softball by ordering your team shirts today! Whether you're in the stands or around town, let’s represent our Warriorettes with pride all season long.
🛒 Don’t wait—the online store closes April 26th! Be sure to get your order in before it’s too late!
https://powergraphicstees.com/collections/seymour-softball?sort_by=title-descending
🚗Warrior Car Decals🚗
FBLA is selling red Warrior decals for your car. $5 each. If you would like to purchase please contact an FBLA member or Ms. Kaster.
FBLA is selling red Warrior decals for your car. $5 each. If you would like to purchase please contact an FBLA member or Ms. Kaster.
Parents/Guardians – Reminder that your HS student should secure their job shadow placement by April 20. Job Shadow Day is scheduled for April 29.
Our teachers would love to help your child find an exciting career or professional to shadow. Please reach out to Mrs. Kaster if you have specific questions, or connect with any high school teacher if you would like assistance arranging a job shadow experience.
Our teachers would love to help your child find an exciting career or professional to shadow. Please reach out to Mrs. Kaster if you have specific questions, or connect with any high school teacher if you would like assistance arranging a job shadow experience.
The Junior High Track meet at Wayne tomorrow is postponed to Friday, April 10th.
🎶🎭 Seymour CSD Choir Presents: RECESS! 🎭🎶
Get ready for a night full of laughs, music, and fun as our talented 7th–12th grade choir brings Recess: A Musical Joke-Filled Spoof to life!
📅 April 3, 2026
⏰ 7:00 PM
💲 $5 at the door
🍰 Don’t forget to stop by our free-will donation dessert bar for a sweet treat during the show!
Come support our students and enjoy an entertaining evening you won’t want to miss! ❤️🖤
Get ready for a night full of laughs, music, and fun as our talented 7th–12th grade choir brings Recess: A Musical Joke-Filled Spoof to life!
📅 April 3, 2026
⏰ 7:00 PM
💲 $5 at the door
🍰 Don’t forget to stop by our free-will donation dessert bar for a sweet treat during the show!
Come support our students and enjoy an entertaining evening you won’t want to miss! ❤️🖤
Today we celebrate the incredible paraprofessionals who make a difference in our schools every single day! ❤️
Your dedication, patience, and support do not go unnoticed. From helping students succeed in the classroom to building meaningful relationships, you are an essential part of our school family.
Thank you for everything you do to support our students, staff, and community—we appreciate you more than words can express!
Your dedication, patience, and support do not go unnoticed. From helping students succeed in the classroom to building meaningful relationships, you are an essential part of our school family.
Thank you for everything you do to support our students, staff, and community—we appreciate you more than words can express!
We had a great turnout for our Elementary Literacy Night! Thank you to all the students, families, and staff who joined us. There was lots of singing, clapping, and storytelling, and our presenter, Chad Elliott, made sure students had fun!
Storytelling and literacy in any form help build imagination, improve communication, and inspire learning. Thanks again to everyone who made the night special!
The 2nd hearing for the proposed budget hearing will be held on April 15, 2026 at 6:20 pm.
Reminder: Family Literacy Night - Tuesday, March 31 at 6:00 pm
Doors open at 5:45 pm
Doors open at 5:45 pm
**🖤❤️ Friday Pick-Me-Up! ❤️🖤**
This morning, the Seymour Community School District Leadership Team surprised our staff with a special Friday treat—complete with a snack and a drink to start the day off right!
This thoughtful gesture was truly appreciated by all, and it’s just one more example of the positive, supportive culture we are proud to have at Seymour.
Thank you to our Leadership Team for taking the time to recognize and uplift our amazing staff—we appreciate you!
This morning, the Seymour Community School District Leadership Team surprised our staff with a special Friday treat—complete with a snack and a drink to start the day off right!
This thoughtful gesture was truly appreciated by all, and it’s just one more example of the positive, supportive culture we are proud to have at Seymour.
Thank you to our Leadership Team for taking the time to recognize and uplift our amazing staff—we appreciate you!
