And the rest of the photos (Part II) from tonight's 8th grade graduation ceremony! Thank you everyone who attended.






8th grade Graduation was a smashing success. Thanks so much to Mrs. Freeze, Mrs. Woody, Mrs. Porter, Mrs. Johnston, Mrs. Swope, Mr. Doug, and Ms. B for everything that goes into making the event a success. Thank you to Kinsley Hillis and Rachael Kruger for being our speakers this evening. And thank you parents, grandparents, friends, and students for joining in our celebration this evening. Now 5 more days then on to high school! Enjoy the photos (Part I) and here is a link to the video: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1TpXzLn0hxrTOJHibkH2JpC2YTuMsclpV/view?usp=sharing





Game Day: Thursday May 7th
HS Baseball vs. Chadwick l 5:00 pm | JV after varsity
HS Baseball vs. Chadwick l 5:00 pm | JV after varsity

FUNDRAISER: Make plans to come and join us for Jazzercise! Sponsored by NHS, led by Mrs. Hamilton, all proceeds go to the Kruger family! Donations accepted. May 12, 2026 at 6 p.m in the gym. Open to the public.

Check out Walnut Grove High 8th Grade Graduation livestreaming tonight at: https://fan.hudl.com/usa/mo/walnut-grove/organization/35126/walnut-grove-high-school/watch?ib=4016993

The Class of 2026 would like to invite you to join them in celebration of their graduation, Friday, May 8th at 7 p.m. in the Gym at Walnut Grove High School. Doors will open at 6 p.m. Congrats to all of our graduates!

TONIGHT!!! Thursday, May 7th at 7 p.m. - You are invited to attend the 8th grade Graduation Ceremony!

We would like to wrap up orders today -- so try to get them in before school ends at 3:45 p.m. | JH Girls Basketball Fundraiser for shooting shirts for this upcoming season. | Order a BLACK OR GRAY SHIRT. Sizes- YS, YM, YL, S, M, L, XL, XXL | Price- $20 a shirt | Use the link to order: https://forms.gle/KjcPQeP1LREgK3o89 | See Coach Green if you have questions.

Mrs. Hamilton took the College Preparatory English class to the Drury library so that students had a few hours to work on their research paper in a university setting.


As Teacher Appreciation week continues, just a few more pictures of our awesome faculty and staff!! THANK YOU for all you do today and everyday!

Today we’re celebrating the one who keeps our school running with Band-Aids, ice packs, temperature checks, calm voices, and a whole lot of heart — our amazing nurse, Lexi! | From helping students feel better to being a friendly face during tough moments, Nurse Lexi does it all with kindness, patience, and a smile. Walnut Grove is lucky to have you — thank you for taking such great care of our Tigers every single day!

NOTE We are adding games for HS Baseball, tomorrow, Wednesday. 5.6.26 at 4 p.m. and 6 p.m. | Make plans to attend.

The track meet and the baseball game for tonight has been cancelled.

The High School Baseball game tonight vs. Wheatland has been cancelled.

Haven't heard of Build U yet? It's a five-day construction program specifically developed by the SCA for students age 16-19. There are only 30 spots available to give students the opportunity to meet with industry professionals and get a deeper level of hands on experience than is allowed during Build My Future's one day event in the spring. Grab a SIGN UP FORM from Mrs. Porter, Miss Mueller or in the office. Sign up by MAY 6th. SUMMER DATES: June 15-19, 2026 8:30 am - 4:00 pm Meet and Greet with Industry (parents/teachers/counselors invited): Friday Afternoon Please contact the SCA Office with any questions at 417-862-1313 or email info@springfieldcontractors.org.


CONGRATS! Ian got a silver rating on his snare drum solo. The State Music Festival was held on April 30th on the University of Missouri campus.

Teacher Proud Tuesday: Shout out to our fabulous preschool teacher, Mrs. McMillen. Your care, positivity, and passion for teaching truly shine in your classroom every day. #theWGWay

SAVE THE DATE(S): We have two benefits planned for the Kruger family: please save the date and plan to participate in one or both: NHS will sponsor a Jazzercise night, led by Mrs. Hamilton on May 12, 2026 at 6 p.m. in the Gym | and then at 1:00 p.m. Sunday, June 14, 2026 in the FEMA Building - there will be a Dinner - Silent Auction - Dessert Auction | Donations may also be made by calling the HS office at 417.788.2543 or emailing Amber Johnston at ajohnston@wgtigers.com!


Elementary parents here is your updates and important dates as the year comes to an end! Take a look!

Lots of important dates coming up! Check out the flyer. We hope everyone will come up Thursday afternoon and help us with a send off for the Academic Team as they will head to Columbia for State early Friday morning! Congrats to them! Note: 6th - 12th grade students will have Finals on May 14 and 15 and will do and assembly on the 15th at 1:30 pm and dismiss at 3:45 p.m. We will do an update for PK-5 later so watch for that info as well. :)

