They may be small in size, but that didn't stop Clay Central/Everly Elementary students from putting on a mighty display of school spirit last week.

The Mavericks marked Homecoming with a parade, dress up days, pep rally and other events Sept. 25-29. It was the second-straight year the elementary-only district celebrated the event, which was shelved in 2019 when the district ceased offering grades 7-12 due to low enrollment.

Like last year, CC/E Outreach & Culture Coordinator Iesha Toft led organizing efforts for the event. She was thrilled with the community's support and believed Mave...