Order your 2026 Smoke Signals Yearbook today!
6 months ago, Michele Burris
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The Lady Blackhawks take the field today and tomorrow at the Joplin Softball Tourney! Best of luck!

Flyer by William, HS Multimedia Class
6 months ago, Michele Burris
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Congratulations to the 5th - 8th grade Blackhawks for taking 1st Place in the math competition!
6 months ago, Michele Burris
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Mr. Rylee Mabe, Weights Teacher, allowed 2nd graders to join his high school class today during their recess. High schoolers timed them when running the 40 yard dash. This is an exceptional example of older Blackhawks helping and encouraging younger Blackhawks!

Photo by 2nd Grade Teacher Amber Kohler
6 months ago, Michele Burris
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AHS Scholar Bowl finished 4th in Districts! Congratulations, Blackhawks!

Flyer designed by Skylar Cook and Alayna Patterson
6 months ago, Michele Burris
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Senior Tommy Burk is headed to State Speech and Debate this spring! Tommy was recently recognized by Dane Diehl, District 125 State Representative, for an outstanding performance at districts, which qualified Tommy for state. A well-deserved honor, Tommy! Congrats!

7 months ago, Michele Burris
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Congratulations, Adrian FCCLA!! Way to represent the Blackhawks at the State Leadership Conference!! Results will be posted when they are available.
7 months ago, Michele Burris
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The Blackhawks represented well at FCCLA state today! Three of the nine members learned this evening that they made it to the top five! Tomorrow morning, the top three will be announced in each category. Stay tuned! Congratulations, Blackhawks! Most of today's competitors are pictured: Qaylin Snow, 6th grade; Abby Hardie, 6th grade; Alli Arwood, 7th grade; Rylee O'Farrell, sophomore; Avaleigh Saathoff, sophomore; Emma Smith, sophomore; Olivia Engeman, Senior. Not pictured: Grace Engeman, sophomore; and Hailee Cooper, junior.
7 months ago, Michele Burris
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Twelve Adrian FCCLA members are headed to Springfield for the State FCCLA Conference. Good luck, Blackhawks.!!
7 months ago, Michele Burris
FCCLA
2026 PROM TIMELINE
Please note time change for pictures on Main Street and Promenade.
7 months ago, Michele Burris
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AHS prom information from the Class of 2027...
7 months ago, Michele Burris
Prom
Adrian Elementary second graders went to Yoss Thriftway for Career Day to take a look at the behind the scenes work in a grocery store. Thank you, Yoss Thriftway, for accommodating the Blackhawks!
7 months ago, Michele Burris
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Author Stephanie White spoke to Adrian Elementary students and signed autographs. She is from the Warrensburg/Odessa area where she and her husband run their family farm. Mrs. White has written and published 10 picture books so far and is getting ready to publish her first chapter book. Thank you for talking with the Blackhawks!

Photos by R-III Librarian Emily Cottle

7 months ago, Michele Burris
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The 2026 Adrian High School National Honor Society (NHS) held its annual induction ceremony on March 4, 2025. Ten Blackhawks were inducted into NHS. NHS is an organization that recognizes high school students for excellence in scholarship, leadership, service, and character. Students are selected based on their academic achievement, involvement in school activities, commitment to community service, and strong moral character. Members are encouraged to give back to their school and community while continuing to strive for academic success.

Congratulations to the the newest NHS Members!

7 months ago, Michele Burris
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Mr. Weeks took government students to the Truman Library in Independence. It was a great learning experience for the Blackhawks!

Photos by Jake Weeks
7 months ago, Michele Burris
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Do you want to honor a student in the AHS Class of 2026? Purchase a senior ad to be included in this year’s yearbook and Drumbeats (school newspaper)! Ads for $30 can be purchased by using the link below. The deadline to purchase is March 31st. For more information or questions, reach out to Yearbook Adviser Michele Burris: michele.burris@adrian.k12.mo.us

https://yearbookforever.com/school-store/30q50UNk9t4I5epkxB7J0J70

7 months ago, Michele Burris
Senior Ads
Fun thank you night is underway! Come check out the awesome raffle prizes!
7 months ago, Michele Burris
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Fun Night is tonight at the school, 5pm-8pm! Make plans to be there! Proceeds go toward the senior class trip to Gatlinburg.
7 months ago, Michele Burris
Fun night
It's time for Kindergarten Screenings!
7 months ago, Michele Burris
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Come one, come all to FUN NIGHT this Saturday, March 7 from 5pm-8pm at the school! You can play games and bingo, eat hot dogs and chips from the concession stand, and enter for chances to win raffle prizes! It's going to be a FUN NIGHT! Proceeds go to the Class of 2026 senior trip to Gatlinburg, TN.

7 months ago, Michele Burris
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