This Friday, March 6th, Ms. Knight will take school portraits for students who were either absent from school or not enrolled at Crane on picture day (Sep. 18) and retake day (Nov. 13). Elementary and JH/HS students we indentified without 2025 portraits (enrolled after November 14th or absent on both previous picture days) will recieve a flyer with additional details about these pictures.

These make-up portraits are a courtesy from our yearbook staff, and we hope to get everyone that was missed on previous picture days! As we quickly approach the end of another school year, our student team is working hard to finish the yearbook. Unfortunately, if a student was absent for both picture day and retake day, and they are also absent this Friday, they will likely not have a portrait in this year's book due to our production schedule.

Please contact Ms. Knight via email (Knighta@crane.k12.mo.us) if you have any questions.

21 days ago, Alyssa Knight
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The Pirates pick up a huge sectional win over Lockwood in the Class 2 MSHSAA State Tournament. They will now play on Saturday against Eugene. The game time is 1:00 at Buffalo HS.
21 days ago, Crane Athletics
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Our Agriculture Department was one of only three schools in the United States selected to receive a CR7+ Precision Ag Guidance Display, an advanced system that can be mounted on equipment to support planting, fertilizing, seeding, and more. Last week, our ag construction class had the incredible opportunity to learn the ins and outs of this technology, install the display, and even test it on one of our mowers. There’s truly no substitute for hands-on learning, and this experience brought real-world agricultural innovation straight into our classroom. A huge thank you to Mr. Hensley for pursuing and securing this grant opportunity for our students!
21 days ago, Crane R-III Schools
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Do you know a teacher who has gone above and beyond this school year? Someone who inspires, supports, and makes a difference in the lives of students and the school community? Now’s your chance to recognize them! We’re accepting nominations for our March Teacher of the Month, and we want to hear from you! Nominate a deserving teacher at the following link: https://forms.gle/LqHnKgDvHX5r1YPq7
21 days ago, Crane R-III Schools
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Mrs. Custer's third-grade class took part in Malcolm Mitchell's Read Bowl this year. The students set a target to read a total of 7,200 minutes from January 12 to February 7. Impressively, they surpassed this goal by completing 7,528 minutes of reading. Each student aimed to read 120 minutes per week to contribute to this achievement, and they succeeded. As a reward for their hard work, they enjoyed a pizza party today, Friday, January 27th. Congratulations to Mrs. Custer's class on reaching and exceeding your reading goal!
21 days ago, Jennie Custer
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Adien added his Phonics Assessment to our Refrigerator Space during Week 25. He scored a 4 on this assessment, reading all of the words and sentences correctly! Keep up the great work!
22 days ago, Crane Elementary
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22 days ago, Linzi Scott
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Purchase your tickets to watch the Crane Pirates take on Lockwood at Verona High School in the Sectional round of the state tournament on Tuesday at 6:00 PM using the link below.

Please note: Only digital tickets will be accepted at the gate. Cash purchases will not be allowed.

https://events.hometownticketing.com/boxoffice/mshsaa/L2VtYmVkL2V2ZW50LzQyOTY%3D
23 days ago, Crane Athletics
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Crane Archery participated in the 3D and Bullseye archery tournaments in Hurley on Friday, February 27, and Saturday, February 28.

3D Tournament Results:

Team Achievements:

Crane High School secured 1st place with a score of 1608.

Crane Middle School also took 1st place with a score of 1547.

Individual Achievements:

Middle School Male:

Levi Colgan achieved 2nd place with a personal record (PR) of 274.

High School Female:

Halee Tucker won 2nd place with a PR of 266.

Destiny Kerr claimed 1st place with a PR of 277.

High School Male:

Cameron Chisam secured 3rd place with a score of 273.

Brady Cline won 1st place with a score of 284.

Bullseye Tournament Results:

Team Achievements:

Crane High School achieved 1st place with a score of 3207.

Crane Middle School also earned 1st place with a score of 3090.

Individual Achievements:

Elementary Female:

Bretley Gonseth earned 3rd place with a score of 230.

Middle School Female:

Payton Martin achieved 2nd place with a score of 279.

High School Female:

Destiny Kerr secured 1st place with a PR of 283.

High School Male:

Lane Howard earned 3rd place with a PR of 278.

Brady Cline claimed 1st place with the highest tournament score of 289.

Thirteen archers achieved personal bests in these tournaments. Congratulations to all participants!

Our next competition is the State Tournament in Branson from March 18-21, 2026, at the Branson Convention Center. Shooting times will be announced on March 12, 2026.

We will continue our practice as we prepare for the state tournament.


23 days ago, Crane Athletics
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The March Newsletter for the Jr High & High School is linked here. Feel free to contact me if you have any questions or suggestions for things to include in the newsletter!
Thank you,
~ Mrs. Mease
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24 days ago, Tara Mease
The NAQT Qualifier was a great challenge for the Scholars Bowl team! We won 3 of our 10 matches and gained some great experience in our first major tournament!
24 days ago, Laura Moore
Roland Baker, Kenneth Cutbirth, Kyler Hawkins, Waylon Mease, and Shia Fields on the Colombia College campus
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District Champ Shirts must be purchased online. The order will close on Sunday at 2:30 PM. Please see the link below.

https://creatordesigns.com/products/crane-boys-basketball-district-champs-a608
24 days ago, Linzi Scott
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District Champions! We beat a very good Galena team to win the Class 2 District 11 Tournament!! Well done boys!!!
24 days ago, Crane Athletics
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District Championship tomorrow @ Crane!!! Our boys play rival Galena for a chance to advance in the state tournament!!! Come out and support your Pirates! Game time is 1:00. Doors open at 11:30!!!
25 days ago, Crane Athletics
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Junior High Volleyball Schedule

25 days ago, Linzi Scott
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This is the March schedule of events for the Crane Branch's Creativity Club. These events all take place on Mondays.
26 days ago, Crane Elementary
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The Lady Pirates lost a heartbreaker tonight at Greenwood against Blue Eye. Our girls fought back and had a chance to win in the end! We are so proud of the fight and your efforts!! Great season girls!
27 days ago, Crane Athletics
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Crane R-lll is once again offering one section of full-day three-year old preschool for the 2026-2027 school year. Eligible students have to turn three by August 1, 2026. Spots are very limited and there will be a waitlist. If you are interested in your three-year old child attending full-day preschool at Crane Elementary please complete the Google Form at:


https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfWMevKPXL345bjI_U7Vhot7fFkyPoPjDBbePXW63mQjpd0Ng/viewform?usp=publish-editor

27 days ago, Crane Elementary
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Good luck tonight Lady Pirates! 7:30 @ Greenwood versus Blue Eye.
27 days ago, Crane Athletics
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The district basketball games at Crane are pay at the gate. There are no digital online sales for tickets. Thanks! The cost is $6.00 per person.
28 days ago, Crane Athletics
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