
Dexter, Missouri - Central Methodist University will host an Open House on Wednesday, July 22nd to provide more information to area residents. They are now offering a bachelor’s degree program in the Three Rivers College facility in Dexter.
There is no cost; however residents are encouraged to attend the open house. You may drop in at anytime between 4:00 p.m. – 7:30 p.m. to find out more about the CMU programs.
Refreshments will be available and Karen Lovette of CMU will be on hand to answer questions.
Central Methodist University will offer coursework leading to a bachelor’s degree in accounting and psychology in the fall.
Classes will begin Monday, August 24th at the Dexter location and at the Three Rivers campus in Poplar Bluff.
For more information please contact Karen Lovette at (573) 840-9010 or email her at klovette@centralmethodist.edu.

Presenting the check was Ms. Elsie Ray Keller of Dexter.
The scholarship was set up by the Pope family in memory of their mother Ethyle Ray Enderle who was a member of the Sugar Tree General Baptist Church of years past.
Jessica is the granddaughter of Bob and Frankie Gosnell of Dexter, Carol Isnor of Wappapello, the late Priscilla Gott of Dexter.
Jessica graduated Dexter High School in December and is pursuing an Associate Degree in Medical Laboratory Technology at Three Rivers College. She also made the Spring Dean's List at Three Rivers!
Congratulations Jessica!

Registration events will be held in Doniphan High School, 4-7 p.m. July 27; Three Rivers – Piedmont in Clearwater High School, 2-5 p.m. July 28; the Delta Center in Portageville, 10 a.m. – 2 p.m. July 29; the South Central Education Consortium in Willow Springs, 4-7 p.m. July 30; and at Three Rivers’ new Sikeston location, 4-7 p.m. August 4.
The events provide another opportunity for enrolling for classes, in addition to the assistance offered weekdays from 8 a.m. to 7 p.m. at the main campus; 8 a.m. to 8:30 p.m. at full-service locations in Dexter, Malden, Kennett and Willow Springs; and by appointment at Three Rivers – Sikeston.
“We know that it can be hard for prospective students in the outlying areas of our service region to get onto our main locations to register for classes,” said Chris Adams, Director of Enrollment Services at Three Rivers College. “These events are designed to bring the same ease of registering for classes that you experience at Poplar Bluff or Kennett to our whole service region.”
Prospective students who have already applied to Three Rivers and completed the COMPASS test or similar placement test can register for classes at the events. Attendees who have not completed a placement test or their application for admission will receive help in setting up an opportunity to do so. There will also be a special COMPASS test session held at 9 a.m. on August 3 at the Sikeston location, 1400 S. Main in Sikeston. Assistance with financial aid paperwork will also be available at registration events.
Those attending the events can apply for admission or register for classes at any of Three Rivers’ locations or online. Prospective students can search for classes online by going to trcc.edu, clicking on “myTRCC,” followed by “Search for Classes.” For more information on the admissions process, visit trcc.edu or call 573-840-9605.
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.

Richardson’s guest appearance in the enrichment class has become an annual tradition since he was first elected to serve the 152nd Congressional District in 2010. Last year he was able to host the students at the state Capitol in Jefferson City.
For at least 25 years, Jan Desgranges, a retired R-I educator, has led “I’m a Citizen, Too,” teaching students, grades 5-8, how to become productive citizens. Fourth grade teacher Shiela Boyles of Lake Road Elementary has co-taught the popular class since the 2006/07 school year.
Students (from left) Katie Rose Pattillo, Audrey Cisne and McKenzie Knapp present Rep. Todd Richardson a plaque for his continued dedication to the “I’m a Citizen, Too” class.
Article and photo submitted by Tim Krakowiak
Communications/Marketing Coordinator
Poplar Bluff R-I School District

Dexter, Missouri - Cody Jinkerson, T.S. Hill Middle School Band Director, has announced the 2015 Middle School Marching Band Camp schedule.
Mark your calendars 6th grade band students!! Beginning Monday, July 20th - Friday, July 24th BEGINNING BAND CAMP!!
Tuba and All Saxophones will meet from 8:30 a.m. - 9:20 a.m. Trumpet and Flute players will meet from 9:30 a.m. - 10:20 a.m. Percussion and Clarinets will meet from 10:30 a.m. - 11:20 a.m. Trombone and Bassoons will meet from 1:00 p.m. - 1:50 p.m. French Horns and Baritones will meet from 2:00 p.m. - 2:50 p.m.
A Parent Orientation Meeting will be held on Tuesday, July 21st and Thursday, July 23rd at 6:30 p.m. Parents or guardians are request to attend ONE of these meetings, not both.
Percussion Camp for 7th and 8th grade band students will be held on Monday, July 20th – Friday, July 24th from 3:20 p.m. – 4:45 p.m.
All 7th and 8th grade band students should attend Middle School Marching Band Camp on Monday, August 3rd from 1:00 p.m. – 4:00 p.m.
The students will work on music and marching and should meet at the T.S. Hill Middle School band room.
If you have any questions, please fee free to call Mr. Jinkerson at (573) 854-4522 or Mr. Rybolt at (573) 625-3125.
You can also follow the Middle School Band on Facebook by clicking HERE.