Poplar Bluff, Missouri - Amanda Vinson, a student at Three Rivers College, has received the Allison Grace Daughhetee Scholarship. Vinson, a non-traditional nursing student, received a $1,000 scholarship for the 2015-2016 school year. A mother of two children, as well as three foster children, Vinson currently works as a CNA while she completes her nursing degree.

“I’m here to try to make a better life for myself and my children, and thanks to this scholarship, that’s gotten easier,” said Vinson. “I love being in the Nursing program at Three Rivers. I’m happiest when taking care of others.”

The scholarship was endowed in memory of Allison Grace Daughhetee, the daughter of Three Rivers nursing students Ronnie and Melissa Daughhetee, who were in the process of completing their degrees when their daughter was killed in a car accident. Three Rivers College created the scholarship fund as a gift to Allison Daughhetee’s parents, announcing the endowment to the couple as they received their degrees in nursing. The scholarship is awarded annually to a non-traditional student in Three Rivers’ nursing programs.

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.

Shown in the photo: Amanda Vinson, a non-traditional student in the Nursing program at Three Rivers College was presented with the Allison Grace Daughhetee Scholarship in October. From L-R: Brandy Grissom, Nursing Instructor; Amanda Vinson, student; Michelle Reynolds, Development Officer; and Mary Beth Sanders, Nursing Instructor.

Dexter, Missouri - Southwest Elementary honors Lanie Mills with the Positive Office Referral certificate.

This award is presented to students who consistently show the 3 R's RESPECTFUL, RESPONSIBLE, and READY TO LEARN at Southwest Elementary in Dexter.

Lanie was nominated by her kindergarten teacher Mrs. Horton  She also received a certificate, a golden loop and a free taco from Taco Bell.

Sidney is the daughter of Matt and Marissa Mills.

Congratulations Lanie!

Dexter, Missouri - Kalin Ridings' First Grade classroom earned the Southwest Elementary Positive Behavioral Support Reward Flag for September.

School Wide Positive Behavioral Support (SWPBS) award is presented at the start of each month at Southwest Elementary.  One classroom in each grade is recognized for exhibiting the high character with regard to observing the school's 3R's.

The 3R's stand for being Respectful, Ready to Learn and Responsible.  The class with the highest attendance average, combined with the fewest disciplinary measures and general good character are awarded a 3R red flag to be posted in their classroom for the next month.  The students are also awarded "superhero" capes to wear and parade around the gym before returning to class.

Shown in the photo are (Front Row) Lilian Burns, Jadyn McAlister, Peja Thornton, Judd Robinson, Baron Greer, Kelton Miller, Ryder Gurney, Titus Inman, and Tim Williams.  (Back Row) Houser Robinson, Elizabeth Perez, Kira Grimes, Evelyn Dvorak, Palyn West, Esli De La Rosa, Layla McKinnis, Savanah Mayabb, Melani Pfeffer, Jayden Chitty, Evan Worthington, and Wyatt Burden.

Dexter, Missouri - April Berry's Kindergarten classroom earned the Southwest Elementary Positive Behavioral Support Reward Flag for September.

School Wide Positive Behavioral Support (SWPBS) award is presented at the start of each month at Southwest Elementary.  One classroom in each grade is recognized for exhibiting the high character with regard to observing the school's 3R's.

The 3R's stand for being Respectful, Ready to Learn and Responsible.  The class with the highest attendance average, combined with the fewest disciplinary measures and general good character are awarded a 3R red flag to be posted in their classroom for the next month.  The students are also awarded "superhero" capes to wear and parade around the gym before returning to class.

Shown in the photo are (Front Row) Karleigh Musgrave, Aliyah Hadley, Layton Morrison, Ben Morris, Sophia Wunderlich, Bentley Mulford, and Kaila Sanders.  (Back Row) Ms. Berry, Vyvianne Pflasterer, Zayden Kirkman, Addison Calvert, Melody Jarrell, Drake Carmode, Blaze Murphy, Carsen Rose, Ivie Spencer, and Mayson Slavings,