Educating all students to become lifelong learners is the mission of the Hickman Mills C-1 School District. The District was founded 100 years ago, when Ruskin High School first opened its doors. In 1902, the student body consisted of 2000 students. Today, we pride ourselves in being fully accredited by the Missouri Department of Elementary and Secondary Education and educate over 7,500 students. These students attend eight elementary schools, two middle schools, two high schools, three specialized schools, an early childhood center and a gifted program. The schools are led by a group of caring teachers, and staff. These staff members work closely with patrons of the district, Board of Education members, students and business leaders to create a healthy and stable learning environment for all children.

Providing children with an innovative and challenging educational experience is the goal. The District provides this by a number of programs from early childhood education to college credit classes.

The Hickman Mills community believes that high quality schools and strong community support benefits everyone.  Working together with interested people of
diverse backgrounds through parent groups and other community organizations have
assured us that our schools are responsive to community needs.

Senior citizens are encouraged to volunteer in our schools. In addition, they may buy hot lunches for a minimal charge. The District also provides honorary senior passes
to all activities.

The District strives to provide quality education to meet the needs of each individual student. A wide-range of classes are offered such as A+ computer training, calculus, physics, computer graphics, foreign languages, desktop publishing and over 30 dual credit classes where students may receive high school and college credit.

Gifted and Talented children in Hickman Mills have the opportunity to take part in the Center of Differentiated Education or CODE program. There are three separate programs for students between the grades of kindergarten through twelfth grades for academic enrichment.

The Freda Markley Early Childhood Center - Named for longtime Hickman Mills educator, Freda Markley, provides preschool children educational services that
assist them in the areas of language, cognitive, self-help, motor and personal-social skills.

The A+ School Program - Imagine the opportunity for your child to attend college for two years at no costs. That is just what the A+ program offers to students who complete the requirements. Last year, over 100 Hickman Mills High School students qualified. For further information, call 816-316-7258(Hickman) or 816-316-7472(Ruskin).

The Hickman Mills Educational Foundation - Their mission is to ensure quality education by enlisting businesses and community to assist in providing educational opportunities for students and staff. Last year, the Foundation disbursed over $75,000 in grants and scholarships.

College credit classes for high school students - Over 40 different college classes are offered for college credit from the University of Missouri, The Metropolitan Community Colleges and Central Missouri State University. These classes assist students with the transition from high school to college.

Adult basic education classes - A variety of adult continuing education courses are offered through a partnership with Longview Community College. Classes are held at Santa Fe Elementary, 8901 Old Santa Fe Road. For more information, please call 816-316-7977.

The Hickman Mills C-1 School District
Public Information Office
9000 Old Santa Fe Rd. (map)
Kansas City, MO 64138
(816) 316-7040
FAX: 816-316-7020
www.hickmanmills.org