We wanted to share some of the exciting things that happened in our CGPS cafeterias during the 2025–2026 school year! This year, thanks to the Local Food for Schools grant, we were able to support 11 local Missouri farmers and bring their fresh products straight to our students.
Here are the farms we partnered with and the items they provided:

Apple Ridge Orchard — strawberries
Beggs Berry World — strawberries
Essner’s Custom Butchering — beef
Fritsche Hill Farms — pure maple syrup
Gihring Farms — pure maple syrup
Green’s Garden — strawberries, peppers
Inland Rice — brown rice
Menard Farms — asparagus, sweet potatoes, green onions, strawberries, spring mix
River Bend Honey — pure honey
South Side Farms — spinach, spring mix, radishes, Japanese salad turnips, collard greens, carrots
Twisted Carrot Farm — watermelon
This partnership has been an incredible way to support local farmers and bring our students fresh, nutrient‑dense foods they truly get excited about. We love seeing their faces light up when they try something grown right here in Missouri.
3 days ago, Kristin Tallent
Fresh Strawberries - Apple Ridge Orchard
Japanese Salad Turnip - Southside Farms
Mixed Greens - Southside Farms
Sweet Potatoes - Menard Farms

Dear CGPS Staff and Families,

We are sending this urgent alert regarding schedule changes due to the forecast for today, Monday, April 27, 2026.

As you may already know, the National Weather Service has placed Cape Girardeau under a severe weather threat for this evening.

To ensure the safety of our students, please note these important changes:
-All evening competitions have been canceled today, Monday, April 27, 2026.
-After-school practices and Cub Club will continue as planned.
-The school board meeting is being rescheduled to Monday, May 4, 2026.


Thank you for your flexibility and cooperation. Please be sure to review a weather-safety plan with your family and stay up to date on the latest local weather information.
-CGPS

about 1 month ago, Kristin Tallent
We will be hosting an informational meeting about the projects outlined in Proposition Tigers on Wednesday, March 25, 2026 at 5:30 p.m. at Cape Central Middle School. This is open to the public. We hope to see you there.
2 months ago, Kristin Tallent
informational meeting flyer

CGPS is hosting free developmental screenings for children ages six months to 34 months on February 20th and April 10th. Screenings help parents understand if their child is developing within the normal range for his/her age. To attend a screening, please click here to fill out a screening form.

4 months ago, Kristin Tallent
Important CGPS Update - School is closed on Thursday, January 29, 2026. The side roads are still too icy and dangerous for the buses. Thursday will be a traditional snow day for students and staff. Even though our school district remains closed on Thursday, we want to take a moment to say thank you to our maintenance team. They have been working hard in the cold to clear the snow from our school sidewalks and parking lots. Please thank them when you see them after school opens again!
4 months ago, Kristin Tallent
All of our schools will remain closed on Wednesday, January 28, 2026. There are many side roads that are still too dangerous for buses. Wednesday will be a traditional snow day for students and staff. We are thankful for your understanding as we prioritize the safety of our school family.
4 months ago, Kristin Tallent
A snow covered road
Important CGPS Update: Schools will be closed again on Tuesday, January 27, 2026. Many of our roads are still very slick and too dangerous for buses. Tuesday will be a traditional snow day for students and staff. Thank you again for your understanding as we all work together to keep our students and staff safe.
4 months ago, Kristin Tallent
The Cape Girardeau Public Schools board meeting for Monday, January 26th will be rescheduled to Monday, February 2nd due to hazardous road conditions. Thank you for your understanding.
4 months ago, Kristin Tallent

Important CGPS Update - Jan 25, 2026
Due to unsafe road conditions and extreme cold, schools will be closed on Monday, January 26, 2026. This will be a traditional snow day for students and staff. Thank you for your understanding as we prioritize everyone’s well-being. Please stay safe.
-CGPS

4 months ago, Kristin Tallent
CGPS Update – January 21, 2026: Due to slick and unsafe road conditions, all CGPS schools will be closed today (Wednesday, January 21). This will be a traditional snow day for students and staff. We appreciate your flexibility and understanding.
4 months ago, Kristin Tallent

As we prepare for report cards to be sent home in January, we wanted to send a quick reminder about an important change in our elementary reporting.

This quarter marks the first time that students in grades K-6 will be formally scored on our Portrait of a Graduate skills.

The Portrait of a Graduate outlines the essential skills and qualities we want all students to build for success. These scores will now appear on elementary report cards to give you a clearer picture of your child's growth in these critical areas.

As you receive your child’s first progress report on Portrait of a Graduate skills, please keep in mind that it is common for younger students to receive a score of 1 (Not Meeting Expectations) or 2 (Approaching Expectations). This does not mean they are failing. Many of these skills are complex skills that students are just learning to practice and should master by the end of 6th grade.

To review the rubrics used in grades K-4 or to learn more about the Portrait of a Graduate, please use the links below:

Click Here for K-4 Rubrics

5 months ago, Kristin Tallent
Cape Tigers logo

Happy New Year, Tigers!
We're excited to kick off 2026!
-Staff return Monday, January 5th, for a Teacher Work Day.
-Students are back in school on Tuesday, January 6th.

5 months ago, Kristin Tallent
A Happy New Year message that includes the Cape Public Schools Tiger mascot along with information about Monday, January 5 being a teacher work day and Tuesday, January 6 being the first day students are back in schooly
Under the direction of Josh LaMar, the 8th Grade Jazz Band from Terry W. Kitchen Central Junior High recently performed a 40-minute set for the residents of Chateau Girardeau. These talented musicians have been preparing for two months. We proudly have three jazz bands at Cape Girardeau Public Schools, two at the high school and one at the junior high.
5 months ago, Kristin Tallent
Students pose with their jazz instruments before they perform
Students pose for a picture with instruments
*Important Bus Update for Friday 12/12* Families, due to a new road closure from Independence to Hawthorne, bus pickups on East Rodney will temporarily change. If your student attends Clippard, Central Middle School, Terry W. Kitchen Central Junior High, or Central High School and normally gets on the bus at any stop along East Rodney, they will need to board at the corner of Themis & Pinwood until the road reopens. Thank you for your patience as crews work in the area. We’ll update you as soon as the street is open again.
6 months ago, Kristin Tallent

Cape Girardeau Public Schools encourages anyone interested in running for school board to file to be a candidate. There are three positions available with three-year terms for the April 7, 2026, election. Filing begins December 9th between 8:00 a.m. and 4:00 p.m. Filing ends December 30, 2025 from 3:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m. In between, candidates may file by appointment only. Please contact Brian Payne at 573-335-1867 or payneb@capetigers.com to make an appointment. More information can be found in the Public Notice found in District Information and School Board, or click here.

6 months ago, Kristin Tallent
Cape Girardeau Public Schools official logo with an orange and white tiger with black outlines

Announcing a new partnership with Parent ProTech! Parent ProTech offers free resources to help empower you to protect your child online and on their phones, apps, and game systems. Get started today by clicking here.

6 months ago, Cape Girardeau Public Schools
Parent Pro Tech post image that states, "Need help protecting your family? Parent Pro Tech is here. And it's FREE." with company's, the district, and sponsoring school insurance company logos. Also has an image of a woman and a child looking at a tablet.
Friendly Reminder, Tiger Families! Temperatures are cold, so please be sure your students are bundled up and ready for those chilly morning stops. Buses may be moving a little slower as our drivers take extra care, so thank you for your patience and understanding.
6 months ago, Kristin Tallent

*Weather Update for Tonight*

Due to the potential winter weather moving in this evening, all district activities on our campuses will end by 6 PM tonight.

-This allows after-school Cub Club and practices to continue as scheduled.
-All activities after 6 PM—including CTC night classes, youth practices, and any school events—are canceled.

Everyone stay safe and warm!

6 months ago, Kristin Tallent
Congratulations to Cape Central High Volleyball Star Sydney Miller for signing on to play with Southeast Missouri State University next season!
6 months ago, Kristin Tallent
Sydney Miller poses with her family and coaches for a picture
Congratulations to Cape Central High Pole Vaulter Kent Sheridan for signing with Illinois State University!
6 months ago, Kristin Tallent
Kent Sheridan poses with his family and coaches