Bernie, Missouri – Grant McGarity is one of the Bernie Parents as Teachers “Students of the Month” for October 2014. He is the seven-month-old son of Scott and Courtney McGarity. Grant enjoys playing pat-a-cake, hide and seek looking at books, swinging, and being outside.
Grant is starting to crawl and has two bottom teeth. During the last Parents as Teachers visit with Mrs. Paige Williams, Grant enjoyed playing with the balls in a bow by dumping them out and hearing all the noises they made. He also enjoying his first teeth and getting them brushed by the toothbrush that Mrs. Williams left for him.
If you would like to know more about Parents as Teachers contact Courtney McGarity or Paige Williams at 573-293-5335, ext 293 or find them on Facebook by clicking HERE.
The following information was taken directly from the Parent as Teachers Missouri website. For more information click HERE.
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 relevant—and widely applicable—to 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.
Bernie, Missouri – Owen Merrick White is one of the Bernie Parents as Teachers “Students of the Month” for October 2014. Owen is the six-month-old son of Cordie and Rachel White and the little brother of Brooks.
Owen enjoys watching The Hive and playing outside. Owen also loves to visit with his Grandpa Bob Blevins. His favorite part of Parents as Teachers is reading the new book that Mrs. Casey brings each month.
If you would like to know more about Parents as Teachers contact Courtney McGarity or Paige Williams at 573-293-5335, ext 293 or find them on Facebook by clicking HERE.
The following information was taken directly from the Parent as Teachers Missouri website. For more information click HERE.
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 relevant—and widely applicable—to 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 - The Kenady-Hanks American Legion Post 59 and the Auxiliary Unit are gearing up for the Veterans Day Parade. Let's bring this special PARADE back with a bang and have as many people as possible participate!
The Veterans Day Parade Will Be Accepting People and Organizations for spaces in the Parade Starting October 3, 2014 until November 3, 2014.
WE WANT TO SUPPORT AND HONOR THOSE WHO SERVED
WHAT: Kenady-Hanks American Legion Post 59 and Kenady-Hanks Auxiliary Unit 59 announces that we are gearing up to bring the Dexter, Mo. Veterans Day Parade to the community!
WHEN: November 11, 2014. At 5:30pm.
WHERE: Dexter, Missouri - The Parade begins at Harps grocery store on the corner of Catalpa St. and Stoddard St. and then proceed east on Stoddard St. ending at the Dexter City Hall.
Come join us for a Veterans Day Parade that will be honoring the US Military and Veterans. The parade, sponsored by Kenady-Hanks American Legion Post 59, will step off from the Harps grocery store at 5:30 pm.
Any questions regarding the parade should be directed to Eric Smith. He can be reached at 573-718-2021 after 4:30 pm or via email at commander59@inbox.com.
The mission and goal of our event is to present a successful and entertaining Veterans Day Parade as a holiday gift to the citizens of Dexter, Missouri, Stoddard County, and beyond.
Calling All Participants: There are two ways to get involved in the Parade and show your support.
Sign your organization or group up to march in the Veterans Day Parade! You don't need to be a Veteran or in a Veteran-related organization to march, you just have to be a Military/Veteran supporter. This will be a Military/Veteran themed parade. Our goal is to make this the biggest Veterans Day Parade ever!
Show your support from the side-lines. We're asking the Dexter community to line the streets and cheer on local Veterans. It's a great opportunity for the whole family and a great parade to watch.
"The military has always had a special place in the heart, throughout the country and especially here in Dexter."
Dexter, Missouri - Stoddard County Presiding Commissioner Greg Mathis is shown presenting a check in the amount $1850 to the Stoddard County Honor Guard, to assist in the purchase of new uniforms. The money was raised on Commissioner Mathis’ Facebook page. Greg would like to thank those who donated. The Stoddard County Honor Guard provides a wonderful tribute to deceased veterans and their families.
Dexter, Missouri - El Cabrito opened for business today!
The Chamber of Commerce sponsored an official ribbon cutting on Thursday. The restaurant is located at 208 W. Business 60 in Dexter.
Present for the ribbon cutting were from left to right front row: Jerry Corder, Debbie Stidham, Pilar Acevado, Chuy Lara, Mayor Joe Weber, Owners Rodolfo and Maria Lara, Chamber President Jackie McKuin, Rosa Lara, Lupita Aguirre, Lucia Fino, and Kevin Bishop. Also present were Jeniifer Elliff, Three Rivers Facilitator Jennifer Whitesell, Mark Stidham, Terry Battles, and Walt Turner.
El Cabrito means the "goat"! Just ask Rodolfo about his memories of growing up on a goat farm! He loved it!
The restaurant will be open Monday - Thursday from 11:00 a.m. - 9:00 p.m., Friday and Saturday from 11:00 a.m. - 10:00 p.m. and Sunday from 11:00 a.m. - 9:00 p.m.
Congratulations Rodolfo and Maria! Your food was awesome today!!
