Harrisonville Public School Foundation

Welcome

The Harrisonville Public School Foundation is a not-for-profit organization whose mission is to support and enhance all educational programs and activities of the Harrisonville Cass R-IX School District by providing a tax-exempt organization which serves as recipient and protector of all donations.

Support the 2026 Excellence in Academics Ceremony

For more than 30 years, the Harrisonville Public School Foundation has celebrated academic achievement through its annual Excellence in Academics program, recognizing Harrisonville High School students who finish the year in the top 15 percent of their class.

The Foundation invites community members and local businesses to support the program by becoming an Excellence in Academics subscriber. Contributions help fund student recognition medallions and scholarships for Harrisonville High School students.

The 2026 Senior Excellence in Academics Ceremony will be held Thursday, May 7 at 7 p.m. in the Harrisonville High School Performing Arts Center.

Students recognized through the Excellence in Academics program receive a commemorative medallion. Seniors who have earned the honor all four years receive a $500 scholarship from the Foundation.

Four-year recipients also have the opportunity to recognize an influential teacher who made a difference in their academic journey. In addition, each four-year honoree selects a school program to receive a $250 mini grant through the Bill Mills Leaving a Legacy program.

Students in grades 9–11 who earn Excellence in Academics recognition during the current school year will be honored later this fall.

Community members may support the program at the following levels:

• $100 Subscriber
• $500 Scholarship Subscriber
• $1,000 Corporate Subscriber

All subscribers will be recognized in the event program and in the local newspaper.

To become a subscriber, complete the form below and or mail a check to the Harrisonville Public School Foundation, 503 S. Lexington, Harrisonville, MO 64701 by April 24. 

https://secure.qgiv.com/for/2026excellenceinacademics/

For more information, contact Foundation Community Development Director Jill Filer at foundation@harrisonvilleschools.org

News

Harrisonville Public School Foundation Launches Sustaining Donors Campaign to Grow Endowment
The Harrisonville Public School Foundation has launched its Sustaining Donors Campaign, an effort aimed at strengthening the Foundation’s general endowment and securing long-term support for Harrisonville students and staff.

The Foundation is seeking 75 new Sustaining Donors, each contributing $1,000 to help increase the endowment from its current $525,000 to a campaign goal of $600,000. Because only the interest from the endowment is used, this fund ensures Foundation programs continue for generations to come.

For 35 years, the Foundation has provided essential support through programs such as District Grants—which fund innovative projects across all schools—and Excellence in Academics, which recognizes top student scholars and awards annual scholarships.

Gifts may be made as a single contribution or through installment plans over one or two years. Donors are also permanently recognized on the Tree of Knowledge in the Harrisonville High School Performing Arts Center, a lasting tribute to their commitment to future Wildcats.

Those interested in joining the campaign can give online below or via mail to HPSF, 503 S. Lexington, Harrisonville, MO 64701.

Questions may be directed to foundation@harrisonvilleschools.org.

Goals

• To enhance student education by encouraging and recognizing academic excellence and supporting efforts to expand learning opportunities with emphasis on real-world learning.
• To be fiscally sound and financially responsible for all assets.
• To engage, educate, and energize our community & alumni through publicizing and promoting the Foundation and its activities.

Trustees

The Foundation is comprised of a Board of Trustees who meet monthly.

• RJ Knox, President
• Laura Frees, Vice President
• Trish Alexander, Secretary
• Gabe Sweitzer, Treasurer
• Virginia Atkinson, Trustee
• Susan Holden, Trustee
• Jesica Junge, Trustee
• Ryan Maid, Trustee
• Jeanne Middaugh, Trustee
• Alice Roach, Trustee
• Dr. Shera Sims, Trustee
• Laurence Smith, Trustee
• Josh Stafford, Trustee
• Josh Chastain, Superintendent
• Doug Meyer, School Board Representative
• Danielle Scavuzzo - Legal Advisor 

Support the Foundation: Wildcat Pride Yard Signs

These signs are made of durable, weather-resistant material. You can purchase the sign alone or with personalized plaques. The plaques can include student activities, last name, Class of ??, alum, or whatever you like (up to 15 characters).

The yard signs (sign/stake/hardware) are $60 each, and each individual personalized plaque is $12.

Orders will be placed on the 15th of each month. Payment is required before we will finalize your order. Buyers will be notified via email that their sign and/or plaque is ready to pick up at the district administrative office, 503 S. Lexington.

Place an order

You may mail or drop off your check made payable to the Harrisonville Public School Foundation to:
Harrisonville Public School Foundation
503 S. Lexington
Harrisonville, MO 64701    

or pay online - https://secure.qgiv.com/for/wildcatyardsigns/

 

Alumni

Calling all Harrisonville High School Alumni! Please complete the Alumni Contact Form to help us create a full & complete listing of HHS alumni. Please click here for Alumni Contact Form. Also, we invite you to "like" the Harrisonville High School Alumni Facebook page. This will be the "go to" place for to get information on alumni events and opportunities, connect with classmates, and share reunion information.