During a recent meeting of the Webster Grove School Board, members discussed community engagement and upcoming events, highlighting the importance of family groups in fostering a supportive environment for students. Dr. Hayes shared observations of students from various grade levels participating in a spontaneous game of sharks and minnows during morning hours, emphasizing the organic community spirit that thrives in the school.

The board also addressed the upcoming election for school board positions, scheduled for April 8, 2025. Candidate filing will open on December 10 and run through December 31, with an orientation session planned for December 5 at 5:30 PM at the administration office.

In addition to administrative matters, the board outlined plans for Thanksgiving festivities, including a chili-making event on the Monday before Thanksgiving and a serving event on Wednesday. Board members expressed enthusiasm for these community-building activities, with discussions about shift preferences for serving chili and the excitement surrounding the first football game in the new stadium.

The meeting concluded with a reminder for board members to reach out for preferred parking arrangements for the game, reinforcing the collaborative spirit that characterizes the school community.