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Special School District proudly announces the election of Mrs. Carmen Stayton as the new President of the Board of Education, marking a historic milestone as the first person of color to hold the position. Stayton, who has served as the Board Director for Subdistrict 1—representing Hazelwood, Jennings, and Maplewood-Richmond Heights school districts—brings a wealth of experience as an educator, nonprofit leader, and advocate for students and families.

The SSD Board of Education has announced an opportunity to serve students, staff, and the community via an open seat. Candidate filing for Subdistrict 4—which represents the Ferguson-Florissant, Pattonville, and Riverview Gardens school districts - runs until 4 PM on April 4, 2025. 

The sounds of strings, percussion, brass, and woodwind instruments filled the hallways of Southview School as the St. Louis Symphony Orchestra held a concert for students. 

As SSD celebrates Black History Month, we honor the remarkable contributions and achievements of Black Americans who have paved the way in education, leadership, and innovation. Their resilience and brilliance have shaped history, and their legacy continues to inspire progress and creativity today.

The Governing Council will consider an applicant for an open position on the SSD Board of Education during the March 3 meeting. SSD had two open positions: Subdistrict 3 and Subdistrict 4.

The SSD Family-School Relationships Survey will be administered Jan. 8 - 26, 2024. The survey will ask families how well the District shares information and involves them in their students’ learning.

Special School District is moving to Nutrislice - a new digital food menu solution from Sodexo.