Calling all Grandview Families!
We're excited to honor the heroes in our community at our Veteran's Day Breakfast.
Tuesday, November 11
6:45–7:45 a.m.
Grandview High School Cafeteria
If you are a veteran or active-duty service member — or if your child would like to bring a family member or friend who has served — please join us for this special breakfast in your honor.
In preparation, we are attempting to get a count of how many guests to expect. To help us out, please complete the attached form by Sunday, November 9th.
We look forward to celebrating our students’ heroes and showing our gratitude for your service!
You can scan the QR code on the attached flyer use this link to access the RSVP form: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScikCT1SjIFd4WQUtbOtbChnE-jxuUOiRMRMSwvNu6Df9NB3A/viewform
We appreciate all you do to make our schools great!
Follow the Grandview PTO on Facebook:
Brooke Holland (Grandview Ambassador): Married to Josh with one daughter, Morrigan, in 2nd grade. Passionate about supporting the school community.
Andrew and Abbie Nehls (Treasurer/Secretary): Enjoy connecting with families and spending time outdoors with their four children.
Kristina Fox (Media Manager): A 2004 Grandview alumna with a son who graduated in 2024 and a daughter in 2nd grade. Excited for fun events.
Tori Orlosky (Event Coordinator): Married to Heather with two daughters, Shaylynn (5th grade) and Rosabella (2nd grade). Looking forward to new PTO ideas.
Kelly Russell (Event Coordinator): Married to Nate with a daughter, Eleanor, in Pre-K. Grandview class of 2000 alumna.
Melissa Stengel (Event Coordinator): Has a daughter in 4th grade and a son in 2nd. Excited about the year’s PTO plans.
Robert and Lorinette Wirth (Assistants): Dittmer residents of five years with three children. Enjoy the outdoors and community service.
Get into the holiday spirit with a fun, hands-on ornament-making experience! Join us on Sunday, November 10 from 3:00–6:00 PM in Grandview High School Rooms 313 & 312.
All ages welcome!
$8 per person
Bring your creativity and leave with unique, personalized ornaments to brighten your home or gift to someone special this season!
Sign up today!
Use the QR code on the flyer or click the link below to reserve your spot:
https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdPZFsNzipb6oPufW0Y9nLueCw1fHMCzfRCIlil4tmPwrP9zA/viewform?usp=header
We can’t wait to see what you create!
Check out what’s being served for breakfast and lunch in the month of November across Grandview R-II.
👉 View the menus here: https://www.grandviewr2.com/page/food-service
The latest edition of the Two Week Preview of Eagle Nation is now available and ready for you to explore:
👉 https://aptg.co/GKfQ39
Our varsity football team has earned the #1 seed in Class 1 District 2. This accomplishment means they will have a bye week and automatically advance to the next round. They will face the winner of the matchup between Veritas Christian Academy (4th seed) and Louisiana (5th seed). The location for our first playoff game will be announced as soon as it is determined.
Thank you for your continued support of our Eagles. Let’s keep the energy soaring through the postseason! 🦅💙❤️
💙Grandview School District Veterans Day Celebration Breakfast❤️We invite all veterans and active-duty service members in our community to join us for a Veterans Day Breakfast in your honor.
📅 Tuesday, November 11
🕕 6:45–7:45 a.m.
📍 Grandview High School Cafeteria
This special event is our way of thanking you for your service and sacrifice. We’d love the opportunity to honor you and share breakfast together. To help us prepare enough food, please take a moment to sign up using the link below:
👉 https://forms.gle/6kTEW1L1VniGGxZYA
We look forward to celebrating you!
Important Food Security Update:
According to the Missouri Department of Social Services, SNAP/Food Stamp benefits in Missouri may be paused starting November 1, if the federal government shutdown continues.
For more information, visit: https://mydss.mo.gov/food-assistance/apply-for-snap
Below is a list of local resources that may be able to assist families who could be affected by this pause.
A special thank you to Ms. Casey Kutrip for compiling and sharing these resources.
St Louis Food Bank - food distribution, unknown if they have a residency requirement
Morse Mill Baptist Church-
Third Thursday of each month, 9:30-11
De Soto Food Pantry - food distribution to those with DeSoto addresses; sign-up required
https://www.facebook.com/DeSotoFoodPantry/
Hillsboro Food Pantry - food distribution to those living in Hillsboro OR Grandview districts
https://www.facebook.com/HillsboroFoodPantry/
Gracelife DeSoto Food Pantry - food distribution available to anyone regardless of residency
First Tuesday of the month, 5:00–6:00 p.m.
No sign-up required — just drop by!
www.gracelifechapel.co
Peace Pantry - food distribution available to those with Dittmer or Cedar Hill addresses; registration required, proof of residency, income and expenses, ID required for each member of the family including children.
Every Wednesday from 8:30 to 11:00 or 5:00 to 7:00
www.peacepantry.org
(This information can also be found on the District website at: https://www.grandviewr2.com/page/food-security-resources)
Thank You, Allen Davis
A heartfelt thank you to Allen Davis for his incredible service over the past 12 years. Allen has stepped into every role the district has needed — serving as Assistant Principal, High School and Middle School Principal, Curriculum Director, and overseeing all of our bond projects.
His professionalism, dedication, and leadership have made a lasting impact on our schools and community. Allen will be deeply missed, and we are so grateful for everything he has done for Grandview.
#GrandviewProud #ThankYouAllenDavis #EagleNation
The Board Report from the October 16, 2025 meeting is now available. Stay up to date on the latest actions and updates from the Grandview R-II School Board.
📄 Link: https://aptg.co/LZJL63
The new Two Week Preview of Eagle Nation is now available!
Check it out here 👉 https://aptg.co/thv67x
One important update to note:
The varsity football game this week will be on Thursday, October 30 at 6:00 p.m.
Last week’s Preview incorrectly listed the game as Friday — apologies for any confusion
Stay up to date with all upcoming Grandview events and announcements in this week’s Two Week Preview of Eagle Nation!
Lexton was recognized with the Eagle Award at the October 16 Board of Education meeting for earning a perfect score on the 3rd Grade Math MAP Test!
Lexton is pictured with his parents, Erin and Robert Priester, and Board President Brian Dugan.
We are so proud of Lexton’s hard work and dedication — way to go, Eagle!
The Grandview R-II School District extends our heartfelt condolences to the family and friends of Mr. Jerry Moenster, former Grandview superintendent and principal, who recently passed away.
Mr. Moenster dedicated many years of service to the Grandview community, leading with kindness, integrity, and a deep commitment to students and staff. He was a passionate supporter of athletics—especially track and field, a sport he truly loved—and took great pride in the achievements of our Eagles.
We are deeply grateful for his lasting contributions to Eagle Nation.
Visitation: Friday, November 14th
5:00pm to 9:00pm
Grandview R2 High School
Funeral: Saturday, November 15 10:00am
Grandview R2 High School
In lieu of flowers and donations may be made to the Jerry Moenster Memorial Scholarship Fund, FSCB 4767 State Road B Hillsboro, MO 63050
Clarification on Trunk Or Treat.
The volunteers requested are needed for the Haunted Trail to be held on SATURDAY, OCTOBER 25TH!
The link posted is for the Haunted Trail:
https://tinyurl.com/2ac9jvtx
Sorry for the screw up. My fault.
👉 https://aptg.co/xTvNCY
💉 Flu Clinic Reminder
Today is the last day to register for the upcoming Flu Clinic!
👉 Register here: https://jeffcohealth.jotform.com/252176076810153
🎃 Trunk or Treat – Friday, October 24
Our annual Trunk or Treat is almost here! We’re still in desperate need of volunteers to help make this event frightfully fun.
Come join in and help scare your neighbors (in a good way!) 👻
👉 If you’d like to volunteer, please register here: https://tinyurl.com/2ac9jvtx
This dismissal is for all buildings in the Grandview R-II School District.
Middle school students can be picked up along with elementary students behind the elementary building.
Also, in order to ensure the safety of students and staff the fire department is not allowing anyone to enter the middle school building. Personal items that have been left will not be able to be picked up until Tuesday.
