Pediatric Associates of Southwest Missouri

02/04/2026

Preschool screenings are NOW OPEN for the 2026-27 school year!

If you have a child who will be 3 or 4 years old BEFORE Aug. 1, 2026, they may be eligible for free preschool at Joplin Early Childhood or in a Little Eagles Flight School classroom. Enrollment spaces are very limited, so we recommend completing the interest form and scheduling a screening as soon as possible. Here's how:

⭐Step 1 - Complete the Enrollment Interest Form on our website: https://joplinschools.org/38779_3

⭐Step 2 - Watch your email to schedule a preschool screening.

Spots in preschool programs are very limited and are not guaranteed. Current JEC students must complete the Enrollment Interest Form (but do not need to schedule a screening).

For more information, please contact JEC at 417-625-5275 or email lindsayandrews@joplinschools.org.
You can also visit https://earlychildhood.joplinschools.org/flight

We're looking forward to another fantastic year with our littlest Eagles!

Joplin Early Childhood

01/26/2026

**UPDATE**Good morning patients! Our parking lot is still very slick with the cold temperatures. We will delay opening to 10am If your appointment is prior to 10am a staff member will be reaching out. Please use caution when coming for any appointments today as the ice melt is trying to work but there are still slick spots. We welcome you to use the drop off canopy area to let your kiddos inside with our front desk while you park. Please use extreme caution in the parking lot.

01/25/2026

01/15/2026

We are feeling the love over here ❤️

HUGE shoutout to Michaela Roy with Modern Moment Events for setting up the adorable photo backdrop for Valentine’s Day! Hit her up for all your party backdrop needs! She is on Facebook and Instagram!

01/09/2026

Great minds think alike! It’s a vest day in the office! 🥰 ❤️

01/01/2026

🎉✨ Cheers to 2026! ✨🎉

As we close the chapter on 2025, we’re grateful for every moment, every challenge, and every success that brought us here. The new year is a fresh canvas—let’s fill it with bold goals, bright ideas, and endless possibilities!

🌟 Here’s to growth, connection, and making 2026 unforgettable.

What’s your biggest goal for the new year? Share it below—we’d love to celebrate with you!

12/30/2025

🎆 Happy New Year!!! 🎆

Our office will be closed so our team can celebrate with their families:

✅ Wednesday, December 31st & Thursday, January 1st- closed all day

For urgent medical concerns during this time:
📞 Call our after-hours/emergency triage service at 417-782-5522
🏥 Or visit the nearest emergency room

We’ll resume normal business hours on Friday, January 2nd.

Wishing you a safe and joyful holiday!

12/25/2025

🎄✨ Merry Christmas from all of us to you! ✨🎄

Wishing you a season filled with joy, peace, and unforgettable moments with loved ones. May your holidays sparkle with laughter and warmth, and your new year be full of hope and happiness.

Thank you for being part of our journey this year—we’re excited for what’s ahead! ❤️

12/24/2025

Goodbye for now, my friends!! I’ve had so much fun spending this December with you!

Merry Christmas & Happy New Year!!

12/23/2025

🎅🏼 Merry Christmas! 🎄

Our office will be closed so our team can celebrate with their families:

✅ Wednesday, December 24th & Thursday, December 25th - closed all day

For urgent medical concerns during this time:
📞 Call our after-hours/emergency triage service at 417-782-5522
🏥 Or visit the nearest emergency room

We’ll resume normal business hours on Friday, December 26.

Wishing you a safe and joyful holiday!

12/23/2025

You can rely on Mr. Sniffles to take care of you in an emergency! 🚨 🚑

12/22/2025

Happy Monday! Christmas is this week! Have you been naughty or nice this year?!

Mr. Sniffles is teaching the Grinch about all the joys of Christmas today! 🎅🏼 🎄