Dexter, MO - The Dexter Tree Board provided a tree for third grade students at Central Elementary in Dexter.  The students planted the tree to replace a tree that did not make it thru the winter months. This is in honor of Arbor Day.

Herman Morse, a member of the local Tree Board, provided the Japanese Ginkgo seedling and explained the significance of trees to the students.  This tree will produce beautiful yellow leaves in the fall.

He asked them questions about feeding the trees and how treat get their nutrients as well as how to dig the hole and place the dirt around the tree.

Students then planted the tree in a designated area to continue the long time tradition at Central Elementary.

The Tree Board began the program in 1992.  Students planted nearly 400 pine trees that year.  Though the program has been significantly scaled back, planting of trees each year is a great way to get close to nature and help our environment.