Poplar Bluff, Missouri - The Poplar Bluff High School Robotics Club—the Iron Mules—qualified for states after just three years of competing in the FIRST Tech Challenge.
The club won its division and placed second overall on Saturday, Feb. 6, at the Show Me Center in Cape Girardeau. The students will go on to compete statewide on Saturday, March 5, at the Missouri University of Science and Technology in Rolla.
“The challenge was quite a bit harder and much more complicated than the previous two years,” said science teacher Kathy Miller, club co-sponsor. “But, we have some amazing kids participating this year!”
Students had to navigate their classroom-assembled robots through a series of obstacles, scoring points by moving items and climbing to different areas throughout the course. The game was called FIRST (for inspiration and recognition of science and technology) Res-Q. A total of 52 schools participated throughout the region.
(Back row, from left) Jonathan Miller, Cody Eason, Christian Cmehil-Warn, Sam Traxel, Jocelin Clark, Jessica Foster and Vaughn Albright; (front row, from left) Chang Chi, Diego Rivetti and Bryan Nguyen.
Photo and press release by Tim Krakowiak, Communications/Marketing Coordinator of Poplar Bluff R-I School District.
Poplar Bluff, Missouri - Ronald McDonald House Charities awarded $500 to Eugene Field Elementary in Poplar Bluff, Missouri for the purchase of book sets for third graders to use during reading time. Teacher April Sandlin applied for the grant and local McDonalds owner Steve Sells delivered the check on Friday, Feb. 5, 2016.
Principal Jennifer Taylor said the elementary school has received funding from RMHC in the past, allowing for the purchase of playground equipment. RMHC supports non-profit childrens’ programs in the areas of education, health and social well-being, as well as the cultural arts.
Shown in the photo: (Left to right) Principal Jennifer Taylor; third grade teacher April Sandlin; students Jesse Thurner Jr. and Nicholai Lane; and school board member Steve Sells.
Article and photo submitted by Tim Krakowiak, Communications/Marketing Coordinator, Poplar Bluff R-I School District
Dexter, Missouri - The ShowMe Times would like to spotlight Dexter Cheerleader Hallie Keathley.
She is a member of Student Council and Fellowship of Christian Athletes. Hallie also attends First Baptist Church Refuge.
Hallie lettered in varsity football cheer this year. Her hobbies include cheering and tumbling.
Photo credit to Dee Loflin, ShowMe Times manager/editor.
Dexter, Missouri - It's that time of the year when T.S. Hill Middle School holds their annual JR BETA Fundraiser by naming a new 2016 Mr. DMS.
Eighth grade boys are nominated by 8th grade teachers. Students and staff have this week and next to support their candidate via a $1.00 donation/vote.
Mr. DMS will be announced on Thursday, February 18th at the Jr. Beta Winter Dance.
The following young men have been nominated for Mr. DMS: Front row from left to right Kolby Musgrave, Logan Wyman, Mason Keena, and Wyatt Parker, Back row from left to right: Ryder Foster, Haden Hillis, Spencer Warren, Brodie Pollock, and Blane Berry. Not pictured is Luke Becker.
Photo credit to Dee Loflin, ShowMe Times manager/editor.
Dexter, Missouri - The 2016 DHS Winter Homecoming Queen is Miss Melanie McKuin! Second Alternate is Miss Kelsey Kendrick and First Alternate is Miss Emily Page.
Melanie is the 18-year old senior and daughter of Barry and Kim McKuin.
Second Alternate is Kelsey Kendrick.
Kelsey is the 16-year old junior and daughter of Tim and Stephanie Adams.
First Alternate is Emily Page.
Emily is the 16-year old junior and daughter of Michael and Louise Page.
Congratulations ladies!
Shown in the photo from left to right is Emily Page, Melanie McKuin, and Kelsey Kendrick.
