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Blue Springs R‑IV celebrates state champions and introduces therapy dog 'Ruby' at Liggett Trail
Summary
The board honored student and staff achievements — including a state wrestling champion and a national champion dance team — and heard a demonstration of a new therapy-dog pilot at Liggett Trail that district staff say is improving student engagement and reducing stress.
The Blue Springs R‑IV board recognized a series of student and staff accomplishments and highlighted a new pilot program introducing a therapy dog at Liggett Trail.
Al Hall, activities director, introduced Jackson Paulson, the 2026 Class 4 state wrestling champion at 150 pounds, and praised his perseverance through injury and surgery to win the title. Hall also recognized the Glitter Girls dance team and their coach Erin Brown for…
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