Dexter, Missouri - Southwest Elementary honors several students with the Positive Office Referral certificate.
This award is presented to students who consistently show the 3R's RESPECTFUL, RESPONSIBLE, and READY TO LEARN at Southwest Elementary in Dexter.
Shown in the photo top row from left to right: Cori Lovelady, Kindergarten; Addilyn Williams, Kindergarten; Makinley Crosby, Kindergarten, and Evelyn De La Rosa, First Grade. Front Row from left to right: Saturnino Martinez, Second Grade; Jessie White, Second Grade; Jacob Feece, First Grade, and Aliyah Hadley, First Grade.
Dexter, Missouri - T.S. Hill Middle School received a generous donation from First Missouri Bank.
The Dexter R-XI School Districts would like to thank them for the support of the purchase of a Chromebook cart and 30 Chromebooks.
"The teachers and students are excited about the addition of these tools to enhance educational opportunities," commented Amy James. "Teachers are eager to utilize the Chromebooks to engage their students in learning activities."
This technology is taken advantage of on a daily basis.
Dexter, Missouri - T.S.Hill Middle School will be well represented on November 12th at the Junior High All-District Choir concert to be held at the Cape Girardeau High School.
Students had to submit a vocal recording of My Country Tis of Thee in September. A panel of judges listened to the recordings and selected 35 sopranos, 35 altos, and 35 boys for the All District Choir. Entries were submitted from schools across our district.
Shown in the photo front row from left to right: Peyton Bridges, Kennedy Robertson, Tristan Pullum, Addy Atherton, Gerica Harris, Kyla Propst, and Sarah Dachs. Second row left to right: Ayden Walters, Nate Bryant, Gabe McGhee, Austin Kennard, Jeb Hubbard, Justin Viers, and Makayla Boyt.
Dexter, Missouri - The 2016 Dexter High School Scholar Bowl competitions have begun. The Club is sponsored by Rhonda Lane.
Shown in the photo: Front Row: Emily Ladd, Dylan Long, Sean Rybolt, Eva Baran, Jack Worley, Reagan Miller, Emily Mouser, Jake Harris
Second Row: Kelby Hill, Anna Bishop, Victoria Bess, Amber Scott, Nidhi Patel, Audrey Lutmer, Josh Sitzes (Not Pictured: Sophie Freeman).
2016 - 2017 Scholar Bowl Schedule:
Monday, October 24th at Bell City 6:00 p.m. JV/V
Tuesday, November 1st vs Twin Rivers (H) 4:00 p.m. JV/V
Monday, November 14th vs Leopold (H) 6:00 p.m. JV/V
Monday, December 12th (4x4) at Home vs Gideon, Holcomb, and Kennett 4:00 p.m. Varsity ONly
Thursday, January 12th vs Portageville 4:00 p.m. JV/V
Thursday, January 19th (4x4) at Kennett vs Holcomb and Kennett 4:00 p.m. Junior Varsity Only
Monday, January 30th (4x4) at Portageville vs Malden and Bernie 4:00 p.m. Varsity Only
Tuesday, February 7th vs Campbell (H) 4:00 p.m. JV/V
Monday, February 13th vs Neelyville (H) 4:00 p.m. JV/V
Saturday, February 25th at Bloomfield (6x6) vs Bernie, Twin Rivers, Puxico, and Bell City 9:00 a.m. Varsity Only
Monday, March 6th at Bloomfield 4:00 p.m. JV/V
Tuesday, March 14th at Puxico 4:00 p.m. JV/V
There will be a Tournament at Bell City beginning at 9:00 a.m. on Saturday, January 14th for Varsity Only.
Dexter, Missouri - The Dexter Public School Board met at their regular monthly meeting on Tuesday, October 25, 2016 at 6:00 p.m.
Call to Order/Roll Call/Pledge The Board President announced the meeting is to begin, ascertains the attendance status of all Board members with Nancy Mayer being absent, and leads in the saying of the Pledge of Allegiance.
Consent Agenda: The Consent Agenda was approved.
Public Comments: CTA may presented updates of school happenings throughout the campus.
Old Business
A. The board approved the leasing of a Special Services bus. The district will be reimbursed 100% from State Early Childhood Special Education.
B. The board approved MSBA policy GDBDA that dealt with support staff leave.
New Business
A. The board approved the A+ report as prepared by High School Counselors Judy Patterson and Jennifer Miller.
B. The board approved revisions to the 2016-17 Assessment Plan as presented by Curriculum Director Dr. Michele Williams.
The board approved the paper bid of $18,639.60 (840 cases @ $22.19 per case) from Contract Paper Group Inc.
DISCUSSION ITEMS
Dr. Williams discussed the district’s Annual Performance Report (APR).
Mr. Wood discussed the district Health Insurance. At their annual meeting last week the consortium discussed the balances that were needed to stay solvent. At this time they feel they are border line with these needs and will meet sometime in February to discuss options after reviewing the next few months of data.
Mr. Wood discussed the progress of the baseball field renovation saying that everything was on time and within budget. He wanted to thank the city and especially the Park Department for all the help they provided in this joint venture. He encouraged everyone to go by and take a look at the updates stating they would be impressed and very happy with the renovation.
The nurse’s report was submitted by high school nurse Linda Milam.
Administrator’s from all buildings were present to give a report on happenings in their building.
Mr. Wood wanted to thank FM Bank for their purchase of 30 chrome books and mobile Cart. The total donation was $8,000.00.
In Closed Session
The board approved the following Additions to the Substitute Teacher List: Richard Forshee.
The board accepted retirement letter from Southwest Elementary Title Teacher Teresa Elfrink.
The board accepted retirement letter from Parents as Teachers Director Melanie Stoelting.
The board accepted retirement letter from Southwest Elementary Title Teacher Loretta J. Morrow.
The board accepted retirement letter from Southwest Elementary Second Grade Teacher Regina A. Mick.
The board employed Special Services Aide Jessy Kohm (Wilcox).
The board discussed the Assistant Superintendent applicants, interview timeline and process. The board is hopeful to hire a new Assistant Superintendent for the 2017-18 school year during the November board meeting.
