Selected were back row from left to right: Coby Powers, Ethan Kincy, Ethan Kirkley, Cole Barker, and Cutter Cornett. Front row from left to right: Arianna Carter, Brooklyn Howard, Sydney Patrick, Margo Nea, Madeline Parker, Makayla Pyle, and Aleyshia O'Neal. Not available for the photo were James Robinson and Sarah Deal.
"These young students represented Dexter well," commented Middle School Choir Director Jamie Sepulvado. "Their leadership and behavior was over the top."
Ot of the student from all over the state of Missouri, these choir students had the honor of being selected into this prestigious choir.
Students went through an audition process of submitting recorded auditions.
Out of the students from all over the state of Missouri, Dexter student, Grace Sepulvado, had the honor of being selected into this prestigious choir.
Grace represented Central Elementary in Dexter and was selected as a fourth grader into the Grades 4 through 6 Honors Choir in Jefferson City, Missouri. Out of the entire state of Missouri, she was one of the few fourth grade students selected into this choir.
Congratulations Grace on a job well done!!
Dexter, Missouri - Did you graduate from Dexter in 1980? If so, it’s time for you’re your 35th Class Reunion Time!
The Dexter Senior High School Class of 1980 will have a Class Reunion on Saturday, August 8th.
The Reunion will be held at Dhafer’s Mediterranean in Dexter at 7:00 p.m. Come eat, drink, converse and catch up on the latest about your classmates. Just pay your own tab and enjoy!
Casual open atmosphere with a special menu will be available. Dhafer’s is located at 177 S. Locust Street.
Please R.S.V.P. to Mark Hamlett at (949) 232-5060.
New Asst. Basketball and Asst. Football Coaches Hired
Renovations to Football Fieldhouse
Dexter, Missouri - The Dexter School Board along with new superintendent Mitch Wood met for a regularly scheduled board meeting on Tuesday, July 21st.
The Board President announced the meeting to begin with the saying of the Pledge of Allegiance.
Present were Corey Mouser, Herman Morse, Rick Williams, Mitchell Wood, Kevin Bishop, Nancy Mayer, Jim Reiker, Bob Thrower, and Amy James. Not present Mark Nea.
Kevin Bishop, Board President, announced the district will host an opportunity for the community to meet Mr. Mitch Wood, new hired Superintendent of Dexter Public Schools. This event will be hosted by the CTA at the Bearcat Event Center on Monday, August 3rd from 4 p.m. - 6 p.m.
The Board had tabled for discussion at the last regular meeting the approval of the T.S. Hill Middle School Cross Country program.
"I have spoke to the administration and the middle school and the Cross Country coach and after discussion of this I feel it would benefit the middle school students," commented Superintendent Wood. "We have a coach that is wanting to improve the overall program and I think it's something that is very good and we should look at doing this.
There were a few questions about bus transportation and number of student who were interested. Neither seemed to be an issue. With that no further discussion, a motion was made and it was approved by the Board to have the Cross Country program added to the curriculum at T.S. Hill Middle School.
In new business:
A. MARE Membership - the Board renewed its membership
with the Missouri Association of Rural Education
B. 2015-2016 District Goals
The district goals were revised for Board approval.
C. Date and Time for August Tax Rate Hearing
The date for the annual public Tax Rate Hearing was scheduled at 5:50 PM immediately before our next regular Board meeting on August 18, 2015.
D. Set non-resident tuition
The Board approved the 2015-2016 non-resident tuition rate of $7,100.00, same as previous year.
E. Student Handbooks
The Board approved changes to the 2015-2016 student handbooks as submitted by respective building principals.
8. DISCUSSION ITEMS
A. Teacher Orientation Meeting and Staff Luncheon -- The Board of Education was invited to attend the general staff meeting on the opening day of teacher workshops on Monday, August 10th in the high school auditorium.
The Board of Education was invited to attend the annual staff luncheon at 11:30 AM on Monday, August 10th in the high school cafeteria.
Our entire staff will be at this luncheon along with a large number of retirees.
B. MSBA Fall Conference –Wednesday, September 24th through the evening of Friday, September 30th @ Tan-Tar-A.
A. School Resource Officer – Mr. Wood discussed hiring a SRO. Since the 2015-16 budget doesn’t include this personnel cost it was decided to evaluate this at the conclusion of this year for next year.
B. Dexter Public Schools Foundation Report
Mr. Wood reported that a group called “D” Club had contacted him about doing some renovations to the existing football field house and facilities that included the following: Field House – painting, lockers, ceiling and new water fountains. Facilities – paint existing concession stand and part of the existing chain link fencing. Work will be done during the dead period and should be completed by the start of the 2015-2016 season.
C. Policy Reviews. Board policy BBFA: Board Member Conflict of Interest and Financial disclosure and policy INC: Speakers @ District Events were presented for possible adoption or revision at the August 18 regular Board meeting.
In executive session the Board:
* accepted the resignation of high school weight lifting teacher asst. football and asst. baseball coach Brice Beck
* accepted the retirement of Central Elementary kitchen manager Betty G. Bess
* accepted the resignation of paraprofessional Taylor Miller
* approved the transfer assignment of Cathy Sturgeon to Central Elementary kitchen manager and Judy Fralick to High School kitchen manager
* approved the employment of Lucas McKinnis, contingent upon his completion of certification requirements, as a certified teacher for the 2015-2016 school year. His assignment is expected to be social studies and asst. boys basketball coach.
* approved the employment of paraprofessional Patricia Mason for 2015-2016 school year
* approved the employment of paraprofessional Alanna Emmons for 2015-2016 school year
* approved the employment of paraprofessional Melissa Raley for 2015-2016 school year
* approved the employment of paraprofessional Tonya Whitehead for 2015-2016 school year
* approved the employment of paraprofessional / asst. football coach Daniel McCoy for 2015-2016 school year
* approved a list of potential substitute teachers
Dexter, Missouri - As the 2015-2016 school year approaches, members of the Dexter Bearcat Booster Club are busy making plans for an exciting year for our beloved Bearcat Nation!
It’s time for their annual Membership Drive. All who join on or before August 4, 2015 will be entered for a chance to win a Bearcat Stadium Chair!
The Booster Club will also be available at the Bearcat Event Center on August 4th during school registration.
If you would like to get an early start you can download the Dexter Bearcat Booster Club Membership Application by clicking HERE and mail your application to Dexter Bearcat Booster Club, P.O. Box 684, Dexter, MO 63841.
The Dexter Bearcat Booster Club is a student activity Booster Club supporting all student activities at Dexter Senior High School and T.S. Hill Middle School.
During the 2014-2015 school year they were able to help the high school and middle school with the purchase of the following: DMS weight room equipment, football goal post covers, a bassoon for the DMS band, DHS Hud’l Program, DHS Laptop for the basketball program, DHS Scholar Bowl Team Questions for Competitions, DHS Indoor pitching mound for the baseball team, and DHS Cheer Flags. They have also supported the Goodwill Games and Project Prom as well as provide two scholarships each year in the amount of $500 each.
Memberships are available for recent Alumni between the ages of 18 and 25 for just $15.00. Individual Membership is $25.00. Family Membership is $50.00 and includes two Athletic Passes.
If you would like to purchase a Sponsor Membership it’s just $250 and it includes two Athletic Passes and a Dexter Bearcat Booster Club yard sign. A Corporate Membership is $500 and includes one All-Sport Pass and a Dexter Bearcat Booster Club yard sign.
“The purpose of this organization’s existence is to lend support to the total student activities program at the Dexter High School and Middle School recognizing and respecting the school administration’s responsibility to determine what that program shall include and the policies that shall be followed. Additionally, the organization will encourage school spirit, citizenship, and physical growth through keen competition.”
Current 2015-2016 Dexter Bearcat Booster Club Board Members are Travis Miller, President, Jim Murdock, Vice President, Stacy Blocker, Secretary, Dana Adams, Treasurer, Jimmy Aldridge, Kristi Boles, Tracy Hedrick, Kristi Whitehead, Chris Brannon, Bonnie Howard, Dale Jackson, and Hank Trout.
