Michael Methvin, Ed.D.

Proud husband to @krmethvin, father to 3 amazing kids, educator. @Bolivar_Schools Superintendent, @UArkansas alum. Working to grow each day!

[Michael Methvin, Ed.D. @michaelmethvin]

Congrats to @MakaylaMethvin who earned the title of STATE CHAMPION in Advanced Speaking at today's Missouri FFA State Convention! In October, she will represent @Bolivar_Schools and the state of Missouri when she competes at the @NationalFFA Convention. #LikesToTalk #ProudDad

[Bolivar R-1 Schools @Bolivar_Schools]

Yesterday, we hosted school administrators and first responders from across Polk County for a collaborative safety tabletop exercise to strengthen our response and communication during emergencies. The safety of our kids will always be our top priority! #OneLiberator

[Bolivar R-1 Schools @Bolivar_Schools]

BMS
⭐ Ciara Wheerler & Erin Branstetter - $3,572
⭐ Emily Hood - $4,500
⭐ Kaylee Grose & Maddie Gandy - $5,000

[Bolivar R-1 Schools @Bolivar_Schools]

We are so thankful for the Bolivar Educational Advancement Foundation! BEAF has provided nearly $20,000 in teacher grants, which will directly impact our students' learning! 💙💛 #OneLiberator

ECLC
⭐ Amanda McCullah - $300
⭐ Shannon Niven - $527.33

[Michael Methvin, Ed.D. @michaelmethvin]

Thankful to our teachers as we engage in a great day of professional learning across the district in preparation for a fantastic second semester. #OneLiberator

[Bolivar R-1 Schools @Bolivar_Schools]

Congratulations to 2024 BHS graduate Layla Sowells for being the first BHS student to complete a Teaching Pathways apprenticeship through BoMo Works!💙💛 #OneLiberator

https://t.co/OdADP8EugQ

[Bolivar R-1 Schools @Bolivar_Schools]

Thank you to Mike and Teresa Parson for visiting our Early Childhood Learning Center yesterday! We provided an update on the expansion project, which was made possible through a $3 million appropriation in Governor Parson’s 2025 Missouri Budget! #OneLiberator

[Bolivar R-1 Schools @Bolivar_Schools]

Thank you to State Representative Chris Warwick for visiting Bolivar Primary School this morning! We are grateful for him advocating for public education! #OneLiberator

[Bolivar R-1 Schools @Bolivar_Schools]

Thank you to Kelli Jones, the Deputy Commissioner of Learning Services at DESE, for visiting BHS and ECLC today! We highlighted our BoMo Works program and shared plans to expand the ECLC, which will provide hands-on learning for students entering elementary education! 💙💛

[Michael Methvin, Ed.D. @michaelmethvin]

We appreciate all the work that Deputy Commissioner Jones is leading to put a spotlight on college and career readiness, along with the importance of early childhood access across our state. She is a great champion for all of the priorities that we share at @Bolivar_Schools!

[Bolivar R-1 Schools @Bolivar_Schools]

Thank you to Kelli Jones, the Deputy Commissioner of Learning Services at DESE, for visiting BHS and ECLC today! We highlighted our BoMo Works program and shared plans to expand the ECLC, which will provide hands-on learning for students entering elementary education! 💙💛

[Bolivar R-1 Schools @Bolivar_Schools]

A huge thank you to our food service staff for providing delicious Thanksgiving lunches this week! Our students have loved them! 🦃 #OneLiberator

[Michael Methvin, Ed.D. @michaelmethvin]

Spent time today visiting our PreK classrooms with Principal Cooper, and wow… our ECLC team is something special.

Their patience, energy, and love for our littlest Liberators set the foundation for everything that follows. Gateful for the joy and care they pour into each day!

[Michael Methvin, Ed.D. @michaelmethvin]

A great deal of gratitude goes out to Dr. Searsen and the entire Conway Schools team for their help with our recent FFA charter bus accident. We are blessed in Southwest Missouri where we have great neighbors and people who will jump into action to help whenever it is needed!

[Bolivar R-1 Schools @Bolivar_Schools]

The Bolivar, Fair Play, and Dadeville school districts delivered lunch to Conway Schools today as a thank you for their hospitality after our FFA bus accident! Thank you, Bears! #OneLiberator

[Michael Methvin, Ed.D. @michaelmethvin]

Congratulations, kiddo! ❤️ What a fantastic experience and opportunity. @NationalFFA @MakaylaMethvin

[Bolivar R-1 Schools @Bolivar_Schools]

Congratulations to Makayla Methvin for finishing Top 8 in the nation for Prepared Public Speaking at the National FFA Convention! #OneLiberator

[Michael Methvin, Ed.D. @michaelmethvin]

Congrats, kiddo! 💜 #ProudDad

[Michael Methvin, Ed.D. @michaelmethvin]

Thankful for this amazing group of teachers!

[Bolivar R-1 Schools @Bolivar_Schools]

It is #TeacherProud Tuesday! These educators are incredible and make a positive impact on our students every day! #TeacherProud Tuesday is sponsored by
@midmobank. #OneLiberator #GOCSD

[Bolivar R-1 Schools @Bolivar_Schools]

Congratulations to Ed Kurtz for celebrating 30 years as Johnny Appleseed at BPS! Through apples, seeds, and his cheerful storytelling, he teaches our students that even the smallest things can grow into something extraordinary!

https://t.co/cXmQaJhBcW

[Bolivar R-1 Schools @Bolivar_Schools]

PROGRESS REPORT: Dr. Methvin gives us an update on the projects of Proposition Liberators R-1! All of the projects are on time and on budget. The estimated completion date is January 2026! #OneLiberator

[Michael Methvin, Ed.D. @michaelmethvin]

Let's Go, LIBERATORS!!! ⚔️

[Bolivar R-1 Schools @Bolivar_Schools]

Tonight is our @TMobile 5G Lights Pink Out game! We are excited to unite under the lights to cheer on our Liberators! Please like and share! #OneLiberator #5N5GL #SweepStakes

[Bolivar R-1 Schools @Bolivar_Schools]

Congratulations to these outstanding BHS students for participating in the 45th Annual Invitational Honor Choir at Missouri State University! It was a wonderful day of learning and singing with students from over 20 local schools! #OneLiberator

[Michael Methvin, Ed.D. @michaelmethvin]

Thankful to the Bolivar community for all of their support as we start the school year! #OneLiberator

[Bolivar R-1 Schools @Bolivar_Schools]

Dr. Methvin presented at the Bolivar Rotary Club and Community Connections giving updates on our school district. Our ECLC expansion begins soon, and our Proposition Liberators R-1 projects are slated to complete this school year! #OneLiberator