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Poplar Bluff High School Donates Thousands of Can Goods to Local Food Pantry
December 12th 2018 by Dee Loflin
Poplar Bluff, Missouri - Poplar Bluff Junior High has donated a total of 5,700 canned goods to St. Vincent De Paul Food Pantry, marking the largest single donation the charity has received and the most items the students have raised, according to officials.
Social studies teacher Melinda Moncier spearheaded the project, which was carried out by the history department throughout the month of November. Faculty member Aaron Duncan’s seventh grade house generated the most non-perishables – with 1,760.
The annual fundraiser went along with Junior High’s focus this school year of community service, according to Principal Candace Warren. The students, who averaged seven cans apiece, have previously raised money for the Bread Shed in a pumpkin decorating contest as well as delivered hand-painted rocks to area nursing homes.
Located on Broadway Street, St. Vincent De Paul feeds 800 families in need per month. The nonprofit operation also includes a thrift store.
Pictured from left to right: Students Blaise Rowland and McKinzie Kendle; SVDP president Daryl Deacon; teacher Melinda Moncier; and student Kallie Knapp.
Photo and article submitted by Tim Krakowiak, Communications/Marketing Director, Poplar Bluff R-I School District
Last Updated on December 12th 2018 by Dee Loflin
https://showmetimes.com/Blogpost/vbnt/Poplar-Bluff-High-School-Donates-Thousands-of-Can-Goods-to-Local-Food-Pantry
Bernie School Board Meeting Minutes - December 10, 2018
December 12th 2018 by Dee Loflin
Bernie, Missouri - The Bernie School Board of Education met in regular session on Monday evening the 10th of December. below is the press release from Bernie Schools.
Filing dates were announced for election to the Board of Education. Those dates are December 11th at 8:00 AM through January 15th at 5:00 PM. Positions up for re-election this year are David Mayberry and Zack Tanner.
The Board announced the opening for nominations to the Hall of Fame. Nominations will be accepted through the end of December and will be reviewed at the January Board Meeting.
Program Evaluations on Technology and Guidance were approved.
The Board reviewed bids for the north gym roof and accepted the low bid from Pyramid Roofing Company. The project is to be done in the summer of 2019.
The Board reviewed & approved the 2017/18 Financial Audit and approved paying the bills and replenishing petty cash.
During executive session, the administration presented a mid-year staff review and Mr. Hicks presented his goals to the Board.
The Board approved adding Kelley Lambert to the Substitute Employee Listing.
Last Updated on December 12th 2018 by Dee Loflin
https://showmetimes.com/Blogpost/vbnp/Bernie-School-Board-Meeting-Minutes--December-10-2018
Extreme Math Class Captures Student Interest
December 12th 2018 by Dee Loflin
Poplar Bluff, Missouri - Six graders were issued surgical masks and latex gloves upon entering math class on Thursday, Dec. 6, at the Poplar Bluff Middle School.
A scenario about a zombie outbreak was detailed over the SMART Board using the online tool Flippity, and students had to problem solve in groups in order to unlock the cure.
While it appeared to be a game upon first glance, the purpose of the activity was to prepare students for an exam the following day that would involve unit rates, proportions and measurement conversions.
“They’re reviewing without realizing they’re reviewing for the test,” teacher James Hunt explained. “I try to help them study without making them feel like they’re studying.”
Hunt, a third-year faculty member, goes over the top transforming his classroom the day before each chapter test. Other classroom themes this semester have included Legoland to review ratios and the ‘decimal diner’ in which Hunt dressed as a chef wearing an inflatable suit with self-contained ventilation. He said he is willing to “look ridiculous” if it means improved outcomes.
Student Elerik Stotts’ favorite activity was when he got to be an agent of the FBI and catch a diamond thief in a makeshift jewelry store, he said, noting he did very well on that unit.
“I don’t like boring classrooms because I can’t sit still long enough,” the 12-year-old said. “It’s probably one of the best math classes around.”
The parent of sixth grader Kassidy, Tori Russell, commented how she likes hearing about the creative learning techniques after her daughter returns home from school.
“Kassidy has told me several times how much more she enjoys school this year and her grades have shown improvement,” Russell said. “Thank you, Mr. Hunt, for finding ways to keep our kids engaged and wanting to learn!”
Having the appropriate administrative support is also key for an unconventional teacher. As luck would have it, Hunt’s boss, Dr. Brad Owings, could recently be spotted greeting students in the morning while wearing a red and white Christmas suit that illuminates, and the principal is known to swap the color of his neon shoelaces to coincide with the seasons.
“Rita Pierson, notable educator, says ‘Kids don’t learn from people they don’t like,’” Owings said. “Mr. Hunt does a great job in engaging students and making them like school.”
A time commitment that goes above and beyond is also necessary to maintain Hunt’s teaching style as well as out-of-pocket expenses, but the young educator has a number of online sources such as Teachers Connect and We Are Teachers that he frequents to secure materials. He has had iPads and Kindle Fires crowdfunded in the past through the channel Donors Choose. To avoid “teacher burnout,” he said he networks with other instructors across the country and shares lesson plans through social media platforms like Instagram and Twitter. “It’s about following the right people,” Hunt suggested.
Besides the changing ambiance, Hunt’s classroom features flexible seating – video game chairs and miniature barstools. He and colleague Krystal Dover, a fourth-grade teacher, are experimenting this school year with self-paced learning. Students take pre and post-tests, and advance in small groups only after they have obtained a given skillset.
“I feel like when the students are engaged and expectations are set high, students will reach their fullest potentials,” Hunt stated.
Pictured: Middle School students complete an online scavenger hunt using Google Chromebooks on Thursday, Dec. 6, in James Hunt’s math class.
Article and photo submitted by Tim Krakowiak, Communications/Marketing Director, Poplar Bluff R-I School District
Last Updated on December 12th 2018 by Dee Loflin
https://showmetimes.com/Blogpost/vbno/Extreme-Math-Class-Captures-Student-Interest
DMS Weekly Activities for December 10th - 17th
December 11th 2018 by Dee Loflin
Dexter High School - This listing of weekly activities is a service offered by the ShowMe Times, working in partnership with Dexter High School principal, Alana Dowdy, and DHS Asst. Principal Melissa Hahn for your convenience.
We hope you will mark your calendar and we encourage everyone to support our local students and their activities. The education and growth of young people in our community is the key to everyone's future!If you would like to submit information and a picture of a student and his/her accomplishments, send it to news@showmetimes.com
Thursday Dec 13
8th Grade Finals ELA/Sci
Band Concert 6:00
Friday Dec 14
8th Grade Finals Math/SS
Tuesday Dec 18
Cafeteria and Crossing Guard Pizza Party
MS Choir Concert 6:00 HS Gym
Wednesday Dec 19
2nd Quarter Ends
Locker Clean out - during SS Classes
Operation Santa Gift Delivery
12:00 Dismissal
Thursday Dec 20-Jan 2 NO School
Wednesday Jan 2 PD Day-NO Students
Friday Jan 4 Report Cards Go Home
Last Updated on December 11th 2018 by Dee Loflin
https://showmetimes.com/Blogpost/vbna/DMS-Weekly-Activities-for-December-10th--17th
DHS Daily Announcements for Wednesday, November 28, 2018
November 28th 2018 by Dee Loflin
Dexter High School Daily Announcements for Wednesday, November 28, 2018!
Wrestling vs. Sikeston & Notre Dame at Sikeston, match 5:00 pm
FFA Fundraiser
District Canned Food Drive
Celebrating Birthdays this week
Olivia Alford, Nov 26th
Nevaeh Johnson, Nov 26th
Cory Ezell, Nov 27th
Travis Waldner, Nov 28th
Michelle Reeves, Nov 29th
Shawn Robards, Nov 29th
Rylie Frizzell, Nov 30th
Danielle Morgan, Nov 30th
Chelsea Lee, Dec 1st
Mia Williams, Dec 1st
Kenton Pope, Dec 2nd
Damon Helton, Dec 3rd
Damon Stearns, Dec 3rd
Abigail Thompson, Dec 3rd
There is not a Kicking Cats practice today, Wednesday, November 28th
November 29th is the last day to order PTO shirts.
Juniors should check the form on the Prom Classroom or with Miss Colley to sign up for concession stand work nights.
FBLA Meeting & picture in the BEC on Wed, Nov 28th during advisory
Student Council meeting during 5th period in the auditorium on Thursday.
Congratulations to the girls basketball team for their victory over Saxony last night in the Semo Conference Tournament. The girls varsity team will play in the Semo Conference Championship on Thursday at 8:30 pm.
The Community Health Fair is Thursday from 1- 6 pm in the DHS gym. Juniors and seniors may attend with their teachers either during 6th or 7th period. Juniors or seniors who do not attend with their class may visit the fair after school.
Last Updated on November 28th 2018 by Dee Loflin
https://showmetimes.com/Blogpost/vbls/DHS-Daily-Announcements-for-Wednesday-November-28-2018
