Bolivar High School proudly hosted its annual BoMo Works signing event on Friday, November 21st, celebrating students who are taking meaningful steps toward their future careers through apprenticeships and internships. This event honors the outstanding students, families, educators, and employer partners who make Bolivar’s real-world learning opportunities possible.

BoMo Works continues to grow into one of the most successful youth apprenticeship programs in Missouri. Bolivar High School is currently the top-performing comprehensive high school in the state for youth apprenticeships, with nearly 45% of all CNA youth apprentices in Missouri coming from BHS alone. With current high school students and alumni still completing apprenticeship hours, the Bolivar community is supporting an impressive 53 students actively engaged in career training.

“This program thrives because our community believes in its young people,” said Ashley Clift, the director of the BoMo Works program. “Our employer partners are not just providing job sites—they are providing mentorship, confidence, and a clear vision of professionalism for the next generation.”

In addition to strong business partnerships, Bolivar’s Career and Technical Education teachers play a critical role in preparing students with the skills, knowledge, and passion needed to thrive in the workplace. Their daily work lays the foundation that makes real-world learning possible.

“We are proud of each student who signed today,” said Dr. Michael Methvin, Superintendent of Bolivar Schools. “Their commitment to learning and hard work reflects the very best of Bolivar High School and the heart of our community.”

Students were celebrated as they officially signed their apprenticeship and internship agreements—a meaningful step representing their commitment to learning, growing, and contributing to the workforce.

• Rhett Fullerton – McGinnis Farms

• Hannah Watkins – Branstetter, Cole & Lightfoot

• Chloe Way – Bolivar Middle School

• Maverick Hall – Bolivar Middle School

• Alicia Wirth – Bolivar Intermediate School
  

• Jaylee Bryant – Bolivar Intermediate School

• Ashlyn Collins – Early Childhood Learning Center

• Hannah Kirby – Bolivar Primary School

• Kori Miles – Bolivar Primary School

• Mackenzie Galbreath – Bolivar Primary School

• Ruth Barnett – All Creatures Animal Clinic

• Miles Bethell – Grand Missouri Bank

• Ryan Stockstill – Grand Missouri Bank

• Madden Ross – Neighborhood Real Estate

• Ella Simpson – Partin Real Estate

• Asa Murray – Ace High 3D Prints

• Zander Mullins – Sodexo–Southwest Baptist University

• Katelyn Gunnels – Barge’s Pizza

• Heidi Roweton – KLife Youth Ministry

• Kylie Stafford – Little Liberators Daycare

• Mariesa Anderson – Little Liberators Daycare

• Bri Fugere – The Marketing Bunch

• Carsen Rhodes – Rhodes Construction

• Carson Scheppmann – Superior Products & Services

• Donovin Watkins – Bill Grant Ford

• Seth Patterson – Air Equipment Supply

• Ira Cron – Rovenstine Landscaping

• Sam Harless – SOAR

• Avery Wooderson – Bolivar High School Tech Department

• Ethan Ahern – Bolivar R-1 AV/Sound Tech Team

• Gracie Walters – OCHC Dental Clinic

• Peyton Corum – Bolivar Primary School

• Amanda Holder – Parkview Healthcare Facility

• Brayden Mills – Citizens Memorial Hospital (Med-Surg)

• Mati Nystrom – Parkview Healthcare Facility

• Emily Sergent – Citizens Memorial Hospital (Med-Surg)

• Savannah Archer – Parkview Healthcare Facility

• Brayden Burke – Citizens Memorial Hospital (CF)

This year, BHS implemented a new College and Career Planning platform that provides powerful data on student interests. Early results show that Healthcare and Human Services account for over 22% of all student career interests. Thanks to strong partnerships with OCHC, the Polk County Health Department, and Citizens Memorial Hospital, these students are gaining hands-on experiences that prepare them for high-demand careers.

For four years, Bolivar R-I has committed to growing its own teachers through apprenticeship pathways. The district now has its first group of former apprentices entering their final year of college, each sharing powerful testimonies about the impact the program has had on their preparation for the classroom.