Ferguson-Florissant School District

Empowering educators to empower students! What better way to kick off the week than by welcoming 25 amazing teachers from the Ferguson-Florissant School District for a Teacher Externship Day at Clayco! Through engaging keynotes and hands-on department tours, educators received a behind-the-scenes look at careers in construction, architecture, engineering, and technology. They also explored how impactful programs like CCDI and Beyond the Bell provide students with paid internships, mentorship, scholarships, and clear pathways to long-term career success. Why does this matter? Because teachers are powerful connectors. When educators are equipped with real-world insights and resources, they can inspire their students to dream bigger—and connect them with life-changing opportunities designed specifically for them. A huge thank-you to the speakers who generously shared their time, expertise, and passion: 🔹 Dan Lester Sr., ECMCA – Diversity in Construction & Future Workforce 🔹 Sandra Marks – Clayco Rising & ESG Initiatives 🔹 Rachel Boemer – CCDI Programs & Scholarships 🔹 Brian Williams - Community Impact & Educational Partners 🔹 Trish Marcano-Henderson– Beyond the Bell Mentorship 🔹 Branyea (Bran-Yay) Jones, MBA – Talent Development 🔹 Darriell J. & Jesse Sanders – Information Technology 🔹 Jasmine Daniel – Corporate Recruiting 🔹 Lela Sperling, Lucy Goldman, NCIDQ & Nic Smith – LJC Architecture 🔹 Andrew Howe & David Mills – Clayco Design Engineering (CDE) Your insight is helping build bridges between the classroom and the real world—and we’re so grateful. Special shoutout to Bradley C. Johnson for coordinating the day and always going above and beyond to make meaningful connections happen. Check out the photo album from the event: https://lnkd.in/gzd-8uty Here’s to starting the week with connection, inspiration, and community impact. #Clayco #CCDI #TeacherExternship #FergusonFlorissant #EducatorsInIndustry #BuildOurFuture #BeyondTheBell #STEMCareers #ConstructionCareers #CommunityImpact

I was honored to receive a scholarship from the Missouri Conservation Agents Association on Thursday! I'm very grateful to the MCAA Board of Directors for choosing me, and plan to put the funds towards my pursuit of a bachelor's degree in Natural Resources! I want to give a special thank you to everyone who's helped me discover my passion for conservation, from the staff at the National Audubon Society, to the wonderful education department at the Saint Louis Zoo. I am #FergFlorProud!

2024 Catapult Grant Recipient Parker Road Elementary at Ferguson-Florissant School District received 20 tablets and cases for their morning STEM Club! This grant will help students explore robotics and coding 🤖 #ITEF #StLouis #Education #SchoolTechnology #EdTechGrants #EducationGrant #InnovativeLearning #TeachersOfLinkedIn

Love this update from one of our Green Schools Quest high schools in the Ferguson-Florissant School District! #greenschoolsquest #showmegreenschools #schoolsustainability #mggbc #meea #steamacademy #fergflor

The Ferguson-Florissant Board of Education has opened the application window for the next Superintendent of Schools and is accepting applications now through April 22. Learn more about the application process here: https://lnkd.in/grpKjiyG

Congratulations to Tim Ryan, McCluer North teacher, on being named the 2024-25 Ferguson-Florissant School District Teacher of the Year! Ryan began teaching in 1999, inspiring students through courses like American Lit, British Lit, Creative Writing, and IB/AP Literature. He has also served as English Department Chair, is a member of the Instructional Leadership Team (ILT), and leads as Head Coach for Boys Varsity Baseball. His dedication to students both in and out of the classroom makes this recognition well deserved. He was surprised with a visit from staff, students, and family. As the FFSD District Teacher of the Year, Mr. Ryan is eligible for the Missouri Teacher of the Year honor—congrats! ❤

It’s always a great day to explore career paths! During Career Day, students met professionals from public safety, healthcare, public service, aviation, and more. A valuable way to learn about different careers and start thinking about the future.#collegeandcareerready

Wedgwood 6th Grade Center has been honored with the PRiME Center Growth Award from St. Louis University for outstanding student growth in Mathematics during the 2023-24 school year! 📚 Wedgwood students ranked 3rd in the state for middle school math growth and 14th in reading growth based on the 2024 Missouri Assessment Program scores. Learn more about Wedgwood’s award here: https://bit.ly/3FneQOz

The Ferguson-Florissant Board of Education has officially launched its search for the next Superintendent of Schools — and we’re inviting YOU to be part of the process! 🗓Community Feedback Survey and In-Person Open Session 📆 Wednesday, April 2 ⏰ 5:00 p.m. Complete the survey: https://bit.ly/3QQsb4l This open session with the Board of Education is open to ALL Ferguson-Florissant community members. We’ll be discussing: ✅Strengths of our school district ✅Key challenges ahead ✅Qualities needed in the next superintendent View the full letter here: https://bit.ly/3FGIL4l Your feedback will help shape the future of Ferguson-Florissant Schools! Together, let’s make Ferguson-Florissant the premiere place to learn, grow and work.

🎉Great News🎉 Ferguson-Florissant Recognized by Girls on the Run! On February 27, Ferguson-Florissant was honored with the Engage Award at the Girls on the Run Power of One Gala at Third Degree Glass Factory for our work in empowering young girls through confidence-building, leadership, and physical activity! This school year alone, GOTR St. Louis supported 104 girls and 26 coaches at Halls Ferry, Robinwood, STEAM, and Wedgwood. Over the past 16 years, more than 3,000 Ferguson-Florissant students have participated in the program. Thank you to Girls on the Run St. Louis and our staff for their dedication to student well-being.📽️ Check out the video featuring our staff & students!