Cape Girardeau Public Schools - Every student…every day!

We’re so proud to celebrate our fall and winter sports teams for earning MSHSAA Academic Achievement honors! These student-athletes are proving that hard work pays off in every arena — not just in competition, but in the classroom too. Way to go, Tigers! You're setting the standard for all!

We’re thrilled to celebrate five incredibly talented students who were selected to perform in the prestigious Missouri Honor Choir for 4th, 5th, and 6th graders, showcasing the top young vocalists in the state!

Representing Cape Girardeau Public Schools:
Elliana Swaboda – Central Middle School
Allison Lieser – Clippard Elementary
Samantha Baker – Central Middle School
Gracie Brockmire – Central Middle School
Isaac Smoot – Central Middle School

These students performed live at the ACDA Summer Conference in Springfield, Missouri, leaving the audience in awe with their beautiful harmonies. 🎼
A special shoutout to Cape Central High’s Choir Director, Mr. Jake White, who served as the accompanist for the evening! Also, a huge congratulations to Mr. Joseph Moore, our incredible middle school after-school choir director!

We’re so proud of these students and their dedication to the arts. Keep shining, Tigers!

🍕⚾ PIZZA IN THE PARK⚾🍕

Our incredible softball team hosted Pizza in the Park - a fun night filled with music, laughter, and lots of pizza - to connect with our future Tigers in grades 1-8!

From cheering on our rec league teams to serving up 32 pizzas and good vibes, our student-athletes showed what leadership and community are all about!

Shoutout to the amazing players who donated their time - some even coaching teams this year - along with Coach Compas!

Shoutout to the amazing players who donated their time - some even coaching teams this year, along with Coach Compas!

Kindergarten Screenings will be held on July 17th from 10:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. To make your child's appointment, follow this link: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1svkRDtF98G2Uf1HNJtvZHWog4qFMDAzd0B4MfXLJSqQ/view?tab=t.0.

Congratulations to Terry W. Kitchen Central Junior High principal Garett Cook for successfully defending his dissertation. With the successful completion of his oral defense, he has now earned his Educational Doctorate Degree, the highest degree possible in the field of education. Please join us in congratulating Dr. Cook! This picture is from the moment it was announced he successfully completed his defense and was called DR. COOK! 🌟

Who says learning takes a summer break? 😎 From sizzling up recipes in the kitchen to sparking creativity in welding, baking, broadcasting, and beyond, our students are proving that summer school = serious fun! 💥 At Cape Girardeau Public Schools, we’re all about turning passions into “aha!” moments, whether it’s in the classroom or out on a field trip. 🚌✨

Congratulations to the Class of 2025! View our 2025 Graduation Ceremony on our YouTube channel: https://youtu.be/ZUk2Djhpy3g?si=BKbzjn2g8ESdmiSi.

Congratulations to our May Terrific Tigers, who were celebrated at our monthly board meeting. These outstanding individuals are shining examples of the wonderful students who walk our hallways each day. We are so proud of you!

We know we just wrapped up our 2024-2025 school year, but you can view our 2025-2026 calendar at this link: https://www.capetigers.com/documents/district-information/district-calendar/329617. The first day of the 2025-2026 school year is Tuesday, August 19th!

FREE events or events sponsored by the City of Cape or an official partner of the school district can be found in the Virtual Backpack: https://www.capetigers.com/page/virtual-backpack.

Remember that we serve free breakfast and lunch to any child during summer school. They do not have to be enrolled in summer school to dine with us! Please check the dates and times as they vary, and help us spread the word.

🚧 Important Transportation Update 🚧 Big Bend is currently closed from Lexington to E. Cape Rock Drive. As a result, Bus 7-Cape Central High, Bus 2-Terry W. Kitchen Central Junior High, Bus 4-Cape Central Middle School, and Bus 2 Blanchard Elementary will not be able to pick up students in that area. Please make alternate arrangements if your student is affected. Also, please be aware of downed trees in other areas of town and use caution while traveling. Thank you for your patience and support. Please reach out to your building if you have questions. Thank you! Be safe!

We want to know how you think we should prepare our buildings and campuses for the future. Help us with our Long-Range Facilities Plan! We are hosting two community meetings on Thursday, May 15th at the Cape Central Middle School Cafe. The first meeting will begin at 5:00 p.m., with the second meeting to follow at 6:30 p.m. We hope to see you! Thank you to everyone who has already filled out a survey!

Cape Girardeau Public Schools is thinking about starting a new school to help students who are getting better after using drugs or alcohol. This new school would give them a safe and caring place to learn and grow. We want to hear what you think! We are inviting all people in Cape Girardeau to take our short survey. It only takes about 5–10 minutes. The survey closes on Friday, May 16, 2025, at 5 p.m. Click the link to take the survey:🔗 https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/CGPS63-RHS

The AP Human Geography students from Cape Central High hit the road to explore urban development in St. Louis! They visited the Cortex Innovation Community, toured historic neighborhoods like Mill Creek Valley and The Hill, and learned firsthand about sustainable design, cultural identity, and the impact of urban renewal. What an incredible way to bring classroom lessons to life!

Wednesday, April 2, 2025- Due to the threat of severe weather moving into our area during normal dismissal times, we will be dismissing at noon. There will be no afternoon ECC/Pre-K or Cub Club. All activities for the afternoon are canceled.

Clippard Elementary's choir had the honor of performing at the send-off event for the Veterans' Honor Tour flight. They sang God Bless America at Cape Girardeau Regional Airport. We are thankful to all of those who have served our country and are proud of these young Tigers for showing their support of these special people.

Congratulations to Dr. Brice Beck, CGPS Deputy Superintendent, for being named the Southeast Missouri Assistant Superintendent of the Year. Dr. Beck was honored at an awards ceremony at the Missouri Association of School Administrators conference.

At the March 24th Board Meeting we recognized a number of Tigers for being extraordinary. The Cape Central Girls Swimming team was honored for a third place showing at State despite having just four swimmers qualify this year. Coach Powell talked about their incredible performance at state! Cape Central Academy's Tracy Merickel was recognized for being named the Southeast Missouri Multi-Level Counselor of the Year. Cape Central students Cyrus Boxdofer and Emily Floyd were celebrated for earning the Distinguished Student Leader Award from the Missouri Association of School Councils. This honor recognizes students who demonstrate superior student council leadership skills and knowledge based on the organization's criteria and evaluation procedures. Cape Central Choir Director Jake White introduced us to a number of the talented students how qualified to represent our school at the state level. Not all students were able to attend Monday's board meeting. We also celebrated our March Terrific Tigers! Congratulations to all of these outstanding students and staff members! We are so proud of you!