Cassville R-IV School District

This summer, 13 members of the Cassville Intermediate Beta Club proudly represented
our school at the National Beta Convention in Orlando, Florida, held from June 27 to
29. These outstanding students earned their spots by excelling at the Missouri State
BETA Convention earlier in the year.

At Nationals, students competed in a variety of events that highlighted their talents in
academics, leadership, creativity and problem-solving. They had the opportunity to
connect with peers from across the country and experience the excitement of competing
on a national stage. 

After months of preparation and dedication, students were awarded top honors in the following competitions:

• Bristol Davis, 4 th place, Cake decorating
• Addileah Aldridge, 8th place, Jewelry
• Charley Nichols, 7th place, Scrapbook

The National Convention drew thousands of Beta members from across the country.
This year’s event welcomed over 3,000 Elementary (grades 4–5), 5,100 Junior
(grades 6–8), and 6,900 Senior (grades 9–12) students—making it the largest National
Convention gathering in National Beta history.

“Competing at Nationals was an unforgettable experience for our students,” said
Michelle Harvey, Beta Sponsor. “We’re proud of the hard work, creativity, and
leadership they demonstrated on a national stage.” We also want to thank all of the
parents and sponsors for your dedication and support for Beta. This would not have
been possible without it."

In addition to competitions, students built lasting friendships, strengthened their
leadership skills, and returned home inspired to bring fresh ideas and energy to the
Cassville Intermediate Beta Club.

The trip was not only a celebration of their hard work but also a valuable learning
experience that will encourage these students to continue striving for excellence in
academics and service.