Foundation

We are honored to announce the Keith Adams Memorial Scholarship Fund! This scholarship is dedicated to supporting future innovators and leaders in STEM fields, encouraging academic excellence, and fostering a diverse, inclusive community of learners. A huge thank you to the Adams family for entrusting the Cape Public Schools Foundation with this incredible opportunity to continue Keith Adams legacy. 🌟🎓

We’re honored to announce the new Karen East Altenthal Memorial Scholarship at the Cape Public Schools Foundation! This scholarship, created in memory of Karen East Altenthal, will support students pursuing a degree in Family and Consumer Sciences. Karen’s legacy of dedication and excellence in education continues through this generous gift. A heartfelt thank you to the Altenthal family for their incredible contribution and commitment to empowering future generations. 🌟🎓

We are excited to announce the new Coach Jean L. Estes Memorial Scholarship, generously created by the Estes family in support of Cape Public Schools students! This scholarship honors the legacy of Coach Estes, a beloved figure who dedicated years to mentoring and guiding young athletes. It will be awarded annually to a deserving student-athlete who demonstrates strong leadership, commitment, and academic achievement. We are incredibly thankful to the Estes family for their generosity and for creating such a meaningful opportunity for our students! 🎓🏆

FOR SUNBUCKS: This information is being shared on behalf of the Missouri Department of Elementary and Secondary Education (DESE) Food and Nutrition Services Department. If you have any questions, please contact the Department of Social Services by calling 855-373-4636. Missouri has been approved to provide money to families eligible for critical nutrition benefits. Families can apply to receive this support by submitting the application by Saturday, August 31, 2024. Families with children who meet the criteria will receive an EBT card by mail, or the benefit will be added to their existing EBT card. Criteria for automatic eligibility includes: The household already participates in SNAP or Temporary Assistance; including extended eligible household members, or The child is age 7-17 and in foster care, homeless, a migrant, or The child attends a school that offers the National School Lunch or School Breakfast Program and the household income meets the requirements for free or reduced-price school meals. Again, if you have any questions about this program, please call 855-373-4636.

Cape Central senior Dulina Dias received the Leaders of Hope Award, presented by Baker Implement. The Leaders of Hope Award recognizes students for their community service.

The District will be hosting a tax rate hearing at the August 26, 2024 Board Meeting at Central Office, located at 301 N. Clark at 6:00 p.m. More information can be found on the District's Finance page.

📚✏️ A big thank you to DI Supply, LLC for supporting our Back-to-School Supply Drive! Your contribution helps ensure that our students have the supplies they need to start the school year strong. We're grateful for amazing business partners like you who invest in our community and our kids’ futures. 🧡🖤 #ThankYou #SupportOurStudents #BackToSchool #CommunityPartners #CapePublicSchools

📚✏️ A huge thank you to First Missouri State Bank for supporting our Back-to-School Supply Drive! Your generosity ensures that our students are equipped with the supplies they need to start the school year off on the right foot. We're so grateful for the support of our business partners who help make a difference in our community. 🧡🖤 #ThankYou #SupportOurStudents #BackToSchool #CommunityPartners #CapePublicSchools

The Cape Girardeau County Public Health Center is hosting a drive-thru immunization clinic on August 19th from 9:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. The clinic will offer immunizations required for students entering Kindergarten, 8th grade, and 12th grade. For more information, please visit the CGCPH website: https://www.capecountyhealth.com/calendarDetail.php?BTS-Drive-Thru-Clinic-Kindergarten-8th-12th-100

We are so thankful to all of our community partners for making it possible for us to provide school supply assistance to families in need this school year. Because of your support, our students will start the year with the supplies they need to be successful in the classroom. No child should have to worry about going to school on the first day without the same tools as their classmates. Our community is taking care of our kids yet again, eliminating that concern! Thank you for making a difference in the lives of our students. Together, we are CT!

🎒✏️ The Cape Public Schools Foundation is now accepting donations for back-to-school supplies! Help us equip students with everything they need for a successful year—every contribution makes a difference! Donate at https://www.capetigers.com/o/foundation or drop off your items at 301 North Clark, Cape Girardeau.📚✨

🎺🎷🎶 The Cape Public Schools Foundation is thrilled to announce the arrival of brand new Trumpets, Flutes, Clarinets, and Trombones for the CMS band—let the music begin! 🎵🎉

Cape Girardeau Public Schools is proud to welcome its new teachers for the 2024-2025 school year. New teacher training was held Monday, August 5, 2024 at the District's Central Office. We are so excited to have these individuals join our team! We are CT!

Get ready for cool weather with your Cape Tigers spirit blanket being sold by the Alma Schrader PTO. Scan the QR code or follow the link to place your order. https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdCgiRaGMvf1xpi_elhJ-dsQOdm-XBsc6xotBIJUuGI5LlGEg/viewform

Check out the Back to School page for school supply lists, the school calendar, open house/orientation dates, and more! We look forward to seeing students on the first day, August 20th! https://www.capetigers.com/page/back-to-school

We can't wait to welcome our students back to school for the 2024-2025 school year on August 20th! If you're looking for a supply list, school calendar, or open house and orientation dates, check out the Back to School page by following this link:https://www.capetigers.com/page/back-to-school

Our CGPS app keeps getting better and better! Parents/ guardians who have already created a Rooms account can now access new app features like chat and class streams via web and in the app. Download for Android https://bit.ly/3urh32X Download for iPhone https://apple.co/3yilKgL

Say “hello” to two-way messaging and classroom announcements in the CGPS app! With the addition of Rooms, our district app keeps getting better. Parents/ guardians check your email/texts with instructions to sign up and access new features.

Say “hello” to two-way messaging in the CGPS app! The same district app now offers class streams, class announcements, and parent-teacher chat. Look for your personalized invitation to begin using this feature in our app after June 21st. Download for Android https://bit.ly/3urh32X Download for iPhone https://apple.co/3yilKgL

Thank you, Rhodes 101, for sponsoring our golf tournament and contributing to the educational growth of the students at Cape Public Schools. Your support allows us to expand their learning opportunities and inspire their academic journey. We are truly grateful for your partnership. 🌟📚