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Second Grade Students Earn 3Rs Flag for March 2019
April 18th 2019 by Dee Loflin

Dexter, Missouri - The Second Grade classroom of Mrs. Nelson earned the Southwest Elementary Positive Behavioral Support Reward Flag for March 2019.
School Wide Positive Behavior Support (SWPBS) award is presented at the start of each month at Southwest Elementary. One classroom in each grade is recognized for exhibiting the high character with regard to observing the school's 3R's.
The 3R's stand for being Respectful, Ready to Learn and Responsible. The class with the highest attendance average, combined with the fewest disciplinary measures and general good character are awarded a 3R red flag to be posted in their classroom for the next month. The students are also awarded "Cat in the Hat" capes to wear and parade around the gym before returning to class. This year's theme is Dr. Seuss!
Pictured front row from left to right: Chase Gibson, Liam Luttrull, Colton Boze, Alanna Tidwell, Victoria Houchins, Garan Wheeler, and Lindsay Christian.
Middle Row: Eben Carr, Korbin Olsen, Addilyn Williams, Billy Busse, Blaiklyn Webb, Greta Guethle, and Jacob Carnell.
Back Row: McKendree Neuhaus, Lola Barr, Jett Mosier, Kohen Batchelor, Andon Ridenour, Mady Harris, Clayton McGowan, and Mrs. Nelson.
Not Available for Picture: Danielle Wilson
Last Updated on April 18th 2019 by Dee Loflin
https://showmetimes.com/Blogpost/vch9/Second-Grade-Students-Earn-3Rs-Flag-for-March-2019
First Graders Earn 3Rs Flag for March 2019
April 18th 2019 by Dee Loflin

Dexter, Missouri - The 1st Grade classroom of Mrs. Lambert earned the Southwest Elementary Positive Behavioral Support Reward Flag for March 2019.
School Wide Positive Behavior Support (SWPBS) award is presented at the start of each month at Southwest Elementary. One classroom in each grade is recognized for exhibiting the high character with regard to observing the school's 3R's.
The 3R's stand for being Respectful, Ready to Learn and Responsible. The class with the highest attendance average, combined with the fewest disciplinary measures and general good character are awarded a 3R red flag to be posted in their classroom for the next month. The students are also awarded "Cat in the Hat" capes to wear and parade around the gym before return
Pictured Back Row from Left to Right: Teagan Childers, Russell Boatright, Sophia Jones, Lydia Rhamy, Luke Huey, Warren Parris, Nina Whited, and Jack Lee.
Middle Row: Paris Brewer, Brendan Hadley, Taylan Deprow, Jayda Shafer, Abigail Lutmer, Elizabeth Gentry, and Carl Smart.
Seat from left to right: Jocelyne Young, Emberlyn Skiles, Maebri Jordan, Ayden Bass, and Christian Colove.
Last Updated on April 18th 2019 by Dee Loflin
https://showmetimes.com/Blogpost/vcha/First-Graders-Earn-3Rs-Flag-for-March-2019
Kindergarten 3R's Flag Winners for March 2019
April 18th 2019 by Dee Loflin

Dexter, Missouri - The Kindergarten classroom of Mrs. Fortner earned the Southwest Elementary Positive Behavioral Support Reward Flag for March 2019.
School Wide Positive Behavioral Support (SWPBS) award is presented at the start of each month at Southwest Elementary. One classroom in each grade is recognized for exhibiting the high character with regard to observing the school's 3R's.
The 3R's stand for being Respectful, Ready to Learn and Responsible. The class with the highest attendance average, combined with the fewest disciplinary measures and general good character are awarded a 3R red flag to be posted in their classroom for the next month. The students are also awarded "Cat in the Hat" capes to wear and parade around the gym before returning to class. This year's theme is Dr. Seuss!
Pictured back row from left to right: Lailyana White, Landon Duer, Bella Barker, Kaci White, Drake Jenkins, Sylas Day, and Elijah Czarnecki.
Middle Row: Lydia Malloy, Reyna Hernandez, Keyner Tomás, Oliver Barney, Silas Alsup, Cole Wyatt, and Rivers Schlief.
Front Row: Camden Harris, Kinzley Hale, Sydney Hutchinson, Chloe Harris, Nora Riley, and Landyn Jarrell.
Not pictured: Jaxon Slavings
Last Updated on April 18th 2019 by Dee Loflin
https://showmetimes.com/Blogpost/vch8/Kindergarten-3Rs-Flag-Winners-for-March-2019
Bernie Mules 6th Grade Third Quarter Honor Roll
April 18th 2019 by Dee Loflin

Bernie, Missouri - The Bernie Mules 6th Grade Honor Roll for 3rd quarter has been released.
Students work very hard to maintain at least a B average to make the honor roll. Congratulations to all!
Pictured back row from left to right: Tommy Bailey, Cody Westover, Blake Nash, Bryce Ruth, Taylor Stanfield, and Cade Arnold.
Middle Row: Cameron Mekan, Rylan Atkinson, Jase Foster, Chris Sutton, Travis Cooper, Alex Kester, and Cayden Hunt.
Front Row: Tatum Baxter, Macie Botsch, Bailey Henry, Rylie Powell, and Kerri Botsch.
Last Updated on April 18th 2019 by Dee Loflin
https://showmetimes.com/Blogpost/vch5/Bernie-Mules-6th-Grade-Third-Quarter-Honor-Roll
Puxico School Board Votes in New Officers, Swears in New Board Member
April 18th 2019 by Dee Loflin

Puxico, Missouri - In a special meeting of the Puxico School Board held on Tuesday, April 9, 2019 the school board reorganized.
The two members elected to the board were sworn in. They were Kristi Siler, who was re-elected, and new board member Michael Clubb.
The following officers were elected as well:
Chad Payne – president
Brian Robinson – vice president
John Davis – treasurer
Kristi Siler – secretary
The board also approved donations to both project prom and the BETA Club. A $250 donation was made to project prom.
The Puxico BETA Club approached the board to ask for donations to help fund its trip to the national competition in Oklahoma City in June. Eight Puxico students advanced past the state competition to earn the right to compete at the national level. The board donated $100 per student for a total of an $800 donation.
The Board also voted to approve a new insurance plan with Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield for the district.
In other business:
• The 2019-2020 Puxico/Mingo Tech calendar was approved as presented.
• The meal plan for the 2019-2020 school year was approved.
In executive session:
The board offered a probationary teacher contract to Samantha Ward for the 2019-2020 school year.
The next meeting is scheduled for May 9, however due to Puxico Kindergarten Graduation being held on the same evening the board voted to move the meeting to Monday, May 13.
Picture Submitted.
Last Updated on April 18th 2019 by Dee Loflin
https://showmetimes.com/Blogpost/vch4/Puxico-School-Board-Votes-in-New-Officers-Swears-in-New-Board-Member