Bernie, Missouri - Helena Cobb is the Bernie Parents as Teachers’ student of the month for December.
Helena will be two on January 21, 2020 and is the daughter of Clayton and Lacey Cobb.
She loves cats, music, dancing, painting, and lipstick. During PAT visits, Helena loves to take everything out of Mrs. Casey’s bag.
She also enjoys reading the new books she receives during the family’s monthly visits.
The following information was taken directly from the Parent as Teachers Missouri website.
Our Vision
All children will learn, grow and develop to realize their full potential.
Our Mission
To provide the information, support and encouragement parents need to help their children develop optimally during the crucial early years of life.
Our Values
The early years of a child's life are critical for optimal development and provide the foundation for success in school and in life.
Parents are their children's first and most influential teachers.
Established and emerging research should be the foundation of parent education and family support curricula, training, materials and services.
All young children and their families deserve the same opportunities to succeed, regardless of any demographic, geographic or economic considerations.
An understanding and appreciation of the history and traditions of diverse cultures is essential in serving families.
History
In 1981, Missouri pioneered the concept of helping parents embrace their important role as their child's first and best teacher. Today, Parents as Teachers continues to equip early childhood organizations and professionals with information and tools that are relevantᾢand widely applicableᾢto today's parents, families and children.
The Parents as Teachers leadership team and Board of Directors is engaged in a three-year strategic plan, which positions the organization as a valued partner to support the organizations and professionals who serve families and children, especially those most vulnerable.
The concept for Parents as Teachers was developed in the 1970s when Missouri educators noted that children were beginning kindergarten with varying levels of school readiness. Research showed that greater parent involvement is a critical link in the child's development of learning skills, including reading and writing.
Early childhood professionals suggested that a program to provide early detection of developmental delays and health issues, and parent education to help parents understand their role in encouraging their child's development from the beginning could help improve school readiness and parent involvement.
With funding from the Missouri Department of Elementary and Secondary Education and The Danforth Foundation, Parents as Teachers began in 1981 in Missouri as a pilot project for first-time parents of newborns. Recognizing the program's benefits and cost effectiveness, the Missouri legislature provided state funding in 1985 to implement Parents as Teachers programs in all Missouri school districts. Since 1985, Parents as Teachers has expanded to all 50 states and six other countries.
Dexter, Missouri - Now is the time to consider a life changing experience!!! Are you ready to not only lose weight, but feel better? Come to a FREE dinner on Tuesday, December 10th at El Cabrito Mexican Restuarant in Dexter and meet with Eric and Chantelle Becking! It's time to get a game plan for 2020!
Register by clicking HERE and get your FREE ticket on Eventbrite.
We all know that weight loss can be a challenge and it's frustrating especially in those trouble areas that don't seem to go away no matter what you do. You are not alone and don't have to be on this amazing journey with the Beckings. They have helped over 8,000 people transform their lives!
A we get older our bodies tend to slow down. Our metabolism and energy take the biggest hit. This makes it much harder to lose weight and keep it off UNLESS you know the right way to about it.
Dr. Becking and his wife, Chatelle are premier natural health and wellness authorities and want to share powerful and life changing information with you. They want you to naturally lose the weight and keep it off.
"You may be thinking it's about losing weight, but for us it is about your WHOLE LIFE," commented Chantelle.
"Join us for this VERY Special, FREE dinner event so you can finally get the answers you have been looking for and your doctor probably hasn’t told you about!""
"We are also offering a complimentary body scan ($99 value) and special event only pricing on our signature weight loss program as well as lipo laser programs for attendees who schedule a free consult," continued Chantelle.
You must register by clicking the link above or contacting the Becking Clinic at (573) 243-9777
Adults Only. Must register to attend and seats are filling FAST!
Who is this for?
Anyone who has tried fad diets without lasting results, anyone who lacks energy, anyone that is active but still struggles with trouble areas, anyone who wants their life back, and anone who is unhappy with the way they look and/or feel and are ready to get their POWER back!
Is Ready to CHARGE Into 2020 and enjoy Christmas Dinner Guilt FREE!
Saint Francis Medical Center is one of three Missouri healthcare organizations recognized with the Missouri Hospital Association (MHA) Aim for Excellence Award for delivery of improved population health, patient outcomes and experience, and value of care.
The award was presented Nov. 7 during MHA’s 97th Annual Convention & Trade Show in Osage Beach, Mo. The award recognizes progress toward the Triple Aim — better health, improved care and lower cost.
"This award recognizes our commitment to best in class surgery outcomes," said Dr. Maryann Reese, President and Chief Executive Officer of Saint Francis Healthcare System. "Quality, safety and cost reduction are our highest priorities.”
According to the Center for Disease Control (CDC) and Agency for Healthcare Research and Quality (AHRQ), Surgical Site Infections (SSI) occur in two to four percent of all patients undergoing surgical procedures. Combining data analysis and a targeted team effort, Saint Francis Healthcare System’s infection rate is among the best in the nation and approaching zero. Articles have been written in clinical journals to share this best practice with other hospitals.
The multi-disciplinary team collected data on care to identify opportunities for improvement. Surgeons, anesthesiologists, operating room nurses and staff, environmental services staff, and performance improvement staff used the data to improve processes. Outcomes were continuously fed into the improvement system to inform change in practice, hospital wide to achieve better outcomes for surgical patients and for patients undergoing all types of procedures within Saint Francis Healthcare System.
Two other Missouri healthcare organizations recognized with the award are Mosaic Medical Center – Albany and Mercy in St. Louis.
Saint Francis Healthcare System is guided by our mission to provide a ministry of healing, wellness, quality and love inspired by our faith in Jesus Christ. Founded by Franciscan Sisters in 1875, our priority remains the same: serve all who enter with dignity, compassion and joy. Serving nearly 715,000 people across Missouri, Illinois, Kentucky, Tennessee and Arkansas, our focus is on patients' outcomes, experience and value.
Anchored by Saint Francis Medical Center, a 306-bed tertiary hospital, and supported by more than 3,000 colleagues and nearly 300 providers in 11 communities, the Healthcare System is a driving economic force in the region. Major services include Primary Care, Gastroenterology, Cancer Institute, Emergency and Level III Trauma Center, Heart Hospital, Neurosciences, Orthopedics, Family BirthPlace and the region’s first Level III Neonatal Intensive Care Unit.
Pictured: Steven D. Edwards, 2019 MHA Board Chair, and President and CEO of CoxHealth; Brook D. Chavez, Director of Surgical Services; Lori DeBrower, Manager of Surgical Services; and Stuart Greaser, Manager of Pharmacy Services at Saint Francis Healthcare System
Bloomfield, Missouri - In 2009, Julie Dodd, a kindergarten teacher at Bloomfield and a wonderfully skilled photographer was inspired along with her friend, Amy Ellinghouse, also a skilled photographer decided to give back during the holidays.
The Claus for a Cause is a one day annual event slated for Sunday, November 24, 2019 from 3:00 p.m. - 5:00 p.m. at the Trinity United Methodist Church in Bloomfield. Come get your photo made with Santa!
Picture packages range from $10 to $25 and no appointment is necessary.
Trinity United Methodist Church is located at 704 W. Missouri Street in Bloomfield. The public is encouraged to attend and everyone is welcome to stop in. There will also be lots of games and things to do along with meeting Santa!
Bloomfield, Missouri - Santa will be at the Stoddard County Extension office on Monday, December 2nd from 4 p.m. - 6 p.m. The Extension office is located at 316 S. Prairie St. in Bloomfield.
Kids will enjoy a free gift from Santa, cookies, ornament making, and a photo with the big red fella!
If you would like to know more about 4-H and Stoddard County 4-H Clubs you can join or ask questions while you are there.
Please enjoy your visit with Santa! Everyone is welcome to attend!
Questions? Call: 573-568-3344
