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Dee Loflin, SMT Manager/Editor
Dexter, Missouri - Congratulations to Sarah Durham on receiving the Stoddard County Green Clover 4-H Scholarship.
Sarah was presented with the scholarship on Tuesday, March 25th at the Stoddard County Extension Council's annual banquet by 4-H Youth Program Assistant, Monie Brehmer.
Sarah is a senior at Dexter High School and a member of Star Banner 4-H.
She is the daughter of Larry and Lawanda Durham of Dexter.
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A t-shirt contest was held at school and students submitted their ideas and artwork. The winning artwork chosen was designed by Layne Medler who is pictured in the front middle of the photo.
A total of $1,685.00 was raised and will be donated to American Cancer Society's annual Relay for Life event to be held at the Dexter west park on May 5th.
In the photo below frrom left to right are retired teachers, Teresa Overall, Kim Fitts, Phyllis Howard, Nancy Mayer, and Chris Hillis.
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Poplar Bluff, Missouri - Three Rivers College will host the 35th Annual Merchant Showcase and the 2nd Annual Three Rivers College Car Show on Saturday, April 26, from 10 a.m. – 3 p.m. for the Merchant Showcase and 9 a.m. – 2 p.m. for the Car Show. Admission to the Merchant Showcase is $1, and admission for spectators to the Car Show is free.
The Merchant Showcase gives local businesses and vendors an opportunity to showcase their services to the public. Participating businesses will have booths set up in the Bess Gym for giveaways, demonstrations, contests, and more. Visitors will have the chance to win one of four cash giveaways with paid attendance, sponsored by the Greater Poplar Bluff Chamber of Commerce and Three Rivers College.
“It’s a great opportunity for both businesses and local residents,” said Steve Halter, President of the Greater Poplar Bluff Chamber of Commerce. “Not only is it a fun atmosphere, it’s a chance for people to learn about businesses they didn't know existed.”
The 2nd Annual Car Show, sponsored by the Three Rivers Auto Club, will show off the best in modern and classic automobiles from around the Southeast Missouri region. Nine categories of vehicles will be competing, including vintage, classic, modern, modified/custom, and motorcycles. Registration will be the day of the show and will cost $10. Proceeds will go toward endowing a scholarship for future Three Rivers students.
“We had an amazing turnout last year, and we only expect it to get better this year,” said Dede Ross, a Learning Specialist at the college who helps coordinate the Car Show. “Even if you’re only interested in cars, and don’t have one to show, it’s a chance to see some of the best automobiles the region has to offer, all in one place.”
Those interested in having a booth at the Merchant Showcase may register until Friday, April 11. Businesses at the Showcase also gain access to a special business-to-business networking session from 8 to 10 a.m. on the day of the Showcase, and the chance to win a $100 cash giveaway. For more information or to register, call the Greater Poplar Bluff Chamber of Commerce at (573) 785-7761.
Three Rivers College is committed to contributing to the quality of life in Southeast Missouri with quality, affordable higher education opportunities and community services that support and encourage the economic, civic, and cultural vitality of the region. For more information about college and workforce programs and upcoming events, visit trcc.edu
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Poplar Bluff, Missouri - Fifteen high school bands performed in the Tinnin Fine Arts Center on March 22nd and 29th, as Three Rivers College hosted their 16th annual Three Rivers District Music Festival. The event was open to the public, and friends and family members of the musicians were invited to attend.
The Festival is one of 20 such events in the state, where local bands compete for spots in the State Music Festival in Columbia, Mo., on May 2 and 3. A “1” rating in the solo and ensemble competitions on March 29 ensured a spot in the state competitions in May.
“We’re pleased to be able to host this competition for the 16th year in a row. It’s a great opportunity for these young musicians to come together, learn, and test their skills,” said William “Buddy” White, Instructor of Music at Three Rivers College. “We expect approximately 2,000 students to perform over the two days of the festival. It’s really a community effort organizing and pulling this event off!”
High schools with participating bands/ensembles included: Bloomfield, Caruthersville, Central (New Madrid County), Clearwater, Dexter, Doniphan, Greenville, Malden, Poplar Bluff, Portageville, Puxico, and South Pemiscot.
Three Rivers College is committed to contributing to the quality of life in Southeast Missouri with quality, affordable higher education opportunities and community services that support and encourage the economic, civic, and cultural vitality of the region. For more information about college and workforce programs and upcoming events, click here - Three Rivers College.
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Dexter, Missouri - Tiska Rodgers and Celeste Colley science teachers at Dexter Senior High School have been named district winners in the Shell Science Lab Challenge, a competition for middle and high school science teachers. Sponsored by the Shell Oil Company and administered by the National Science Teachers Association (NSTA), the competition encouraged teachers (grades 6-12), who have found innovative ways to deliver quality lab experiences with limited school and laboratory resources, to share their approaches for a chance to win a school science lab makeover support package valued at $20,000.
Colley and Rodgers are one of 18 district winners named, from which five national finalists will be chosen, and from the national finalists a grand prize winner will be selected.
“The dedication and high-quality work of the 2014 Shell Science Lab Challenge district winners is commendable,” said Bill Badders, President, NSTA. “We never cease to be amazed and inspired by the teachers—who with scarce funding and limited supplies—are continuing to elevate science literacy through creativity and resourcefulness in their classrooms.”
“Inquiry-based learning and hands-on experimentation are key elements for encouraging student interest in science,” said Dr. Frazier Wilson, Vice President, Shell Oil Company Foundation, Manager, Social Investment. “The Shell Science Lab Challenge strives to support inquiry-based instructional practices of our science teachers and excite students about the wonders and possibilities of science through active learning that emphasizes questioning, data analysis, and critical thinking. Exemplary science teaching is more relevant when it occurs in a quality lab environment where science concepts can be explored by students.”
To enter the Shell Science Lab Challenge, science teachers of grades 6-12 in the United States and Canada were asked to describe their school’s current laboratory resources, explain why the school’s laboratory facilities might be classified as “limited” resources, and describe their approach to science education instruction utilizing their school’s current lab facilities. A panel of science educators then reviewed and selected the top entries.
As a district winner, each teacher and their school will receive a $3,000 science lab prize package that includes:
· $1,000 Shell grant to purchase lab equipment and other science education resources;
· $1,000 in donated science lab equipment from Ward’s Science;
· $300 gift certificate to the NSTA Science Store;
· One year NSTA membership for two teachers;
· NSTA Learning Center subscription for two teachers; and
· Paid registration for two teachers to attend a 2014 NSTA Area Conference on Science Education.
To view the list of 2014 Shell Science Lab Challenge District Winners and for more information about the Challenge, visit the competition web site.
About NSTA
The Arlington, VA-based National Science Teachers Association (NSTA) is the largest professional organization in the world promoting excellence and innovation in science teaching and learning for all. NSTA's current membership includes approximately 55,000 science teachers, science supervisors, administrators, scientists, business and industry representatives, and others involved in science education.
About Shell Oil Company
Shell’s commitment to community and social responsibility has been in place for more than 50 years. During this time, we have contributed more than a billion dollars to support community, health and welfare, environmental, arts and cultural activities, various educational initiatives, including minority education, and diversity and inclusiveness programs in Houston and the U.S.
