Dexter, Missouri - Southwest Elementary honors Wyatt Burden, Chloe Richman, Emilynn LeGrand, and Jonas Shoemaker with the Positive Office Referral certificate.
This award is presented to students who consistently show the 3R's RESPECTFUL, RESPONSIBLE, and READY TO LEARN at Southwest Elementary in Dexter.Wyatt Burden is in the first grade classroom of Mrs. Hammons. "Wyatt helped another student who was having trouble getting her coat on. He was very polite and used the 3R's."
Chloe Richman is in the 2nd grade and was referred by Mr. Eldreth. "Chloe is always showing the 3R's and is a fantastic behavior model for her peers!"
Emilynn LeGrand is in the Kindergarten classroom of Mrs. Mason. "Emilynn is kind and helpful to the teacher and other students."
Jonas Shoemaker is in the 2nd grade classroom of Mrs. Keena. "Jonas is always positive!! The first one to tell classmates, "Good job!" Hard worker and always ready to learn!"
Back row from left to right are Wyatt Burden and Chloe Richman, front row from left to right Emilynn LeGrand and Jonas Shoemaker.
Dexter, Missouri - The Dexter Elks Lodge recently announced the winners of $500 scholarships awarded to 2016 seniors.
The 15 scholarships went to students and direct relatives of members of the Dexter Elks Lodge.
The Elks invest in their communities through programs that help children grow up healthy and drug-free, by undertaking community projects that address unmet needs, and by honoring the service and sacrifice of veterans.
The recipients of this year's 2016 scholarships are Kendall Adams of Dexter, Kassidy Bollinger of Dexter, Kerigan Brady of Dexter, Shaylee Ficke of Doniphan, River Chism of Dexter, Matney Davis of Dexter, Michael Griffin of Dexter, Kayla Newell of Apex, North Carolina, Tyler Heil of Dexter, Jessica Holder of Dexter, Storm Massey of Dexter, Dakoda Monroe of Bloomfield, Seth Mouser of Dexter, Katylyn Pearson of Bloomfield, and Blake Robinett of Dexter.
Shown in the photo are Dexter seniors front row from left to right Kerigan Brady, Jessica Holder, Kendall Adams, and Matney Davis. Back row from left to right are Michael Griffin, River Chism, Tyler Heil, Storm Massey, and Blake Robinett.
Dexter, Missouri - Southwest Elementary singers have two big events this week. Shown in the photo is the Southwest Elementary Honors Choir.
Second grade choir will perform "We Haz Jazz" on Thursday, April 7 at 7:00 p.m. in the Southwest gym!
"We Haz Jazz" will feature the classes of Mrs. Boyer, Mrs. Massey, Mrs. Mick, and Mrs. Nelson. This is FREE and open to the public!
On Friday, April 8th at 7:00 p.m. Radio Disney Host Nate and the Disney Band "Before You Exit" will perform. Doors open at the Bearcat Event Center at 6:30 p.m. This event is FREE and open to the public.
Dexter, Missouri - Southwest Elementary honors Amyah McKinnis, Campbell Neely, Rebecca Holt, Colton Smith, Drake Carmode, and Ethan Parish with the Positive Office Referral certificate.
This award is presented to students who consistently show the 3R's RESPECTFUL, RESPONSIBLE, and READY TO LEARN at Southwest Elementary in Dexter.Amyah McKinnis is in kindergarten and was referred by Mr. Eldreth. "Amyah is a pleasure to have in class. She always shows the 3R's and sets a great example for her class."
Campbell Neely is also a kindergarten student and was referred by Mr. Eldreth. "Campbell sets a wonderful behavior example for his peers. He is always showing the 3R's."
Rebecca Holt is a kindergarten student and was referred by Mr. Eldreth. "Rebecca is a wonderful behavior model for her class. She is always showing the 3R's."
Colton Smith is in the 2nd grade and was referred by Mrs. Jarrell. "Colton is responsible and brings his folder to class each week. He is also respectful of the teacher and other students."
Drake Carmode is a kindergarten student and was referred by Mr. Eldreth. "Drake is a thrill to have in music class! He is always showing the 3R's and behaves extremely well!"
Ethan Parish is a second grade student and was referred by Mrs. Jarrell. "Ethan is responsible and brings his folder to class each week. He is respectful of the teachers and other students."
Congratulations!
Front row from left to right Colton Smith, Drake Carmode, and Ethan Parish Back row from left to right Amyah McKinnis, Campbell Neely, and Rebecca Holt.
Dexter, Missouri - Gabrielle Guethle was one of several students taking part in the 2016 Dexter Kindergarten Screening held over a two-day period.
Children had to be 5 years old before August 1, 2016 to be eligible for the 2016-2017 school year.
A total of 143 incoming kindergarten students attend this year's screening.
If your child did not attend the screening and should be attending school in the fall please contact the Southwest Elementary office at 614-1015.
Photo submitted by Shannon Putnam, first grade teacher at Southwest Elementary.
