Joplin Schools

Joplin Schools is a public school district serving students and families in Joplin, Missouri, and welcoming its community into “Eagle Nation. ” Its mission is to inspire students to achieve their personal best through educational experiences that prepare them for tomorrow’s challenges. The district’s schools span early childhood, elementary, middle and high school, with additional options in virtual and alternative education, adult education and literacy, and career and technical training through Franklin Technology Center.

Its educational offerings include athletics, career academies, gifted education, special education, English language learner support, and transitional kindergarten. Joplin Schools also provides services that support students and families, including breakfast and lunch programs, transportation, health resources, technology support, enrollment guidance, and summer learning and meal services. Families can find school calendars, bus routes, student handbooks, online learning tools, and parent resources through the district.

Community involvement is encouraged through volunteering, Bright Futures Joplin, the Joplin Schools Foundation, and related programs. The district also shares accountability information, planning initiatives, and capital improvement projects