Dexter, Missouri - The Dexter Public School Board met at their regular monthly meeting on Tuesday, October 25, 2016 at 6:00 p.m.
Call to Order/Roll Call/Pledge The Board President announced the meeting is to begin, ascertains the attendance status of all Board members with Nancy Mayer being absent, and leads in the saying of the Pledge of Allegiance.
Consent Agenda: The Consent Agenda was approved.
Public Comments: CTA may presented updates of school happenings throughout the campus.
Old Business
A. The board approved the leasing of a Special Services bus. The district will be reimbursed 100% from State Early Childhood Special Education.
B. The board approved MSBA policy GDBDA that dealt with support staff leave.
New Business
A. The board approved the A+ report as prepared by High School Counselors Judy Patterson and Jennifer Miller.
B. The board approved revisions to the 2016-17 Assessment Plan as presented by Curriculum Director Dr. Michele Williams.
The board approved the paper bid of $18,639.60 (840 cases @ $22.19 per case) from Contract Paper Group Inc.
DISCUSSION ITEMS
Dr. Williams discussed the district’s Annual Performance Report (APR).
Mr. Wood discussed the district Health Insurance. At their annual meeting last week the consortium discussed the balances that were needed to stay solvent. At this time they feel they are border line with these needs and will meet sometime in February to discuss options after reviewing the next few months of data.
Mr. Wood discussed the progress of the baseball field renovation saying that everything was on time and within budget. He wanted to thank the city and especially the Park Department for all the help they provided in this joint venture. He encouraged everyone to go by and take a look at the updates stating they would be impressed and very happy with the renovation.
The nurse’s report was submitted by high school nurse Linda Milam.
Administrator’s from all buildings were present to give a report on happenings in their building.
Mr. Wood wanted to thank FM Bank for their purchase of 30 chrome books and mobile Cart. The total donation was $8,000.00.
In Closed Session
The board approved the following Additions to the Substitute Teacher List: Richard Forshee.
The board accepted retirement letter from Southwest Elementary Title Teacher Teresa Elfrink.
The board accepted retirement letter from Parents as Teachers Director Melanie Stoelting.
The board accepted retirement letter from Southwest Elementary Title Teacher Loretta J. Morrow.
The board accepted retirement letter from Southwest Elementary Second Grade Teacher Regina A. Mick.
The board employed Special Services Aide Jessy Kohm (Wilcox).
The board discussed the Assistant Superintendent applicants, interview timeline and process. The board is hopeful to hire a new Assistant Superintendent for the 2017-18 school year during the November board meeting.
Dexter, Missouri - The T.S. Middle Students hit it out of the park with their recent Trash Bag Sales. They sold over double the amount they did in 2013 which was the last time the middle school sold the trash bags. This is a rotating fundraiser between Southwest, Central, and the Middle School.
This year the total number of rolls sold was 5,509.
Here are the top sellers:
6th Grade Girl = Madison Glaus
6th Grade Boy = Will Norris
7th Grade Girl = Andie Kruse
7th Grade Boy = Cooper Thomas
8th Grade Girl = McKenna Rodgers
8th Grade Boy = Ryan Collier
Each of these students received $50 each from Parent/Teachers Organization (PTO). The overall top salesperson was Ryan Collier and he also received the grand prize of $200.
There are a few extra rolls left so if you are still in need or didn't get an opportunity to purchase, please call the T.S. Hill Middle School at 614-1010.
THANK YOU to the community for supporting this fundraiser in such a huge way!
Mrs. Lara Simmons' 8th hour class - 1st place
Mrs. Jill King's 8th hour class - 2nd place
Mrs. Kristin Miller's 8th hour class - 3rd class
Top winners from left to right are: Cooper Thomas, Madison Glaus, Andie Kruse, Ryan Collier, Will Norris, McKenna Rodgers
Dexter, Missouri - The Dexter High School Student Council will host their annual Trunk or Treat on Halloween, Monday, October 31, 2016 from 5:30 p.m. - 7:30 p.m. at the high school.
This event is for pre-school to 5th grade children.
Due to the recent clown sightings and media attention the school is requesting no clown costumes this year.
"We are requesting NO CLOWN costumes for older children or adults who dress up with their children," commented Jennifer Miller, Student Council Sponsor and Dexter High School Counselor.
In case of rain or extremely cold weather, the event will be moved indoors to the high school gym area.
Dexter High School students will be dressed in Halloween costumes and will pass out candy to each child.
Photo is from the 2013 Trunk or Treat event.
Dexter, Missouri - Sacred Heart Catholic Church will host the Fellowship of Christian Athletes breakfast at the First Baptist Church. Athletes should be ready to eat at 7:20 a.m. and will have plenty of time to get to school on time.
The Sacred Heart Church is located at 102 East Castor Street!
The FCA Vision:
To see the world impacted for Jesus Christ through the influence of coaches and athletes.
The FCA Mission:
To present to coaches and athletes, and all whom they influence, the challenge and adventure of receiving Jesus Christ as Savior and Lord, serving Him in their relationships and in the fellowship of the church.
The Four C’s of Ministry:
Coaches Ministry, Campus Ministry, Camp Ministry and Community Ministry
The FCA Values:
Our relationships will demonstrate steadfast commitment to Jesus Christ and His Word through Integrity, Serving, Teamwork and Excellence.
Integrity
We will demonstrate Christ-like wholeness, privately, and publicly.
Serving
We will model Jesus’ example of serving.
Teamwork
We will express our unity in Christ in all our relationships.
Excellence
We will honor and glorify God in all we do.
Dexter, Missouri - On Friday, October 8, 2016 Dexter senior athletes and their families enjoyed Fall Senior Night at Charles Bland Stadium.
Ethan Martinez is the son of Ray and Kara Martinez.
He is a member of the Football Team. He is also a member of Future Business Leaders of America, Fellowship of Christian Athletes, and Sr. BETA Club.
His future plans are to attend Southeast Missouri State University - Cape Girardeau and is undecided at this time on a major.
Congratulations Ethan!
