Dexter, Missouri - Southwest Elementary honors Alyssa Moore, Sadie Long, Jaylyn Lindemann, Quincy McLaughlin, and Justus Lovelady 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.

Alyssa Moore is a kindergarten student in the classroom of Mrs. Mason.  "Alyssa is always an excellent example of the 3Rs everywhere she goes!"

Sadie Long is also a kindergarten student in the classroom of Mrs. Cecil.  "Sadie is always very responsible about getting her work done.  She is a very good listener and always willing to help others!"

Jaylyn Lindemann is a 2nd grade student in the classroom of Mrs. Nelson.  "Jaylyn is a true example of the 3R's!  She is a hard worker, and very kind to others!!"

Quincy McLaughlin is a first grade student in the classroom of Mrs. Kennedy.   "Quincey is such a great friend.  She is kind and helpful to all of us!  She sets an example by following all the rules!"

Justus Lovelady is also a first grade student in the classroom of Mrs. Kennedy.  "Justus is always going above and beyond what is expected.  He works hard and is always willing to help out!"

Shown in the photo are from left to right (back row) Alyssa Moore, Sadie Long, and Jaylyn Lindemann; (front row) Quincy McLaughlin and Justus Lovelady.

Dexter, Missouri - Southwest Elementary honors Reagan Shipman, Rylee Short, and Levi Prance 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.

"Regan Shipman is very caring and is a helpful student.  I am very proud of her," commented Mrs. Cecil.

"Ryle Short is always offering to help others when in need," stated Cecil.  "I am very proud of her as well."

"Levi Prance is always ready to help others who are in need," Cecil said.  "I am very proud of him too."

Congratulations and keep up the good work!

Dexter, Missouri - Southwest Elementary honors Lydia Christian a first grade student 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.

Lydia is in the first grade and takes art class with Mrs. Banken.  She recommended Lydia for the award.

"Lydia is always ready to learn in my art room.  She is a helper and a good friend to her classmates."

Dexter, Missouri - The Dexter Public School Board along with superintendent Mitch Wood met for the a regularly scheduled board meeting on Tuesday, March 15th.

Call to Order/Roll Call/Pledge  The Board President announced the meeting is to begin, all members were present except for Rick Williams and Mark Nea, the president then lead in the saying of the Pledge of Allegiance.

4.  Consent Agenda   The (Amended) Consent Agenda was approved; the minutes from February 16^thwere approved.  Motion carried 5-0

5.  Public Comments

CTA – Mrs. Jarrell spoke on their retirement tea scheduled for April 28^th and the Board Candidate Q & A forum, she stated that all candidates couldn’t attend the forum so they are giving them questions and placing them in the Daily Statesman and on the ShowMe Times. 

Correspondence – A thank you note from the Bell family was read thanking the board and staff.

6.  Old Business-

A.   Mr. Wood updated the board on the status of the new football scoreboard that was purchased by community members.  He also stated the company is going to provide a 5 x 10 marquee that will be installed at Grant and One Mile to inform the community about school happenings.

B.   The Board approved Summer School dates which will run from May 24 until June 21 for a total of 20 days.

7.  New Business –

A.   The Teens against Smoking Coalition along with their sponsor Mrs. Judy Patterson gave a brief presentation to place no tobacco signs at the BEC and Football stadium.  They have $500 of funding that will cover the cost of the signs.  Board approved 5-0.

B.   The board approved Health Insurance Plans with USI which represents the South Central Education Consortium.  The plan saw a 4% increase overall.  The board also approved to stay with the current $472 premium that is paid by the district.  Motion Carried 5-0

C.   The board approved the following lunch prices for 2016-17.  Motion Carried 5-0.        

K-5 Student Breakfast                 $1.15        

6-12 Student Breakfast                     $1.30

K-5 Student Lunch                            $1.80

6-12 Student Lunch                          $1.85

Adult Breakfast                                 $1.30                 

Adult Lunch                                       $2.15

Extra Milk                                          $  .40

A.   The April Board meeting was set for April 19, 2016.

8.  DISCUSSION ITEMS

A.   Nurses’ Report:  The monthly caseload was submitted by high school nurse Linda Milam.

B.   Technology Committee:  The technology committee will meet on March 23 @ 3:30 in the administration building.  Mr. Mouser talked about items of discussion which included 1:1 initiative, phone system, laptop carts and internal hardware needed to have more devices.

C.   Board approved Hillyard to re-coat gym floors during the last two weeks of August for the following cost.  Motion Carried 5-0

MS $1,387.00         HS $1,368.00         BEC $3,106.50  

D.  Principal’s Report: Building administrators from Southwest, Central, Middle School and High School gave a report on happenings in their building.

In Executive Closed Session:

The Board approved 2 Additions to the Substitute Teacher List

Malinda Mayo         Jennifer Steinberg

The Board accepted the resignations from the following:

Southwest Music Teacher, James Eldreth

Central Third Grade Teacher, Hillary Mayberry

SW Companion Aide, Emily Lucy

HS Varsity Girls Tennis Coach, Kurt Lovelady (Coaching Only)

The Board hired the following personnel for 2016-17 school year:

Amber Duley                            Southwest Music Teacher

The Board approved the employment of returning probationary teacher’s upon recommendation of their respective building principals.

Dexter, Missouri - Southwest Elementary honors first grade students Zaiden Barfield, Gavin Passley, and Juan Martinez 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.

Zaiden Barfield is in the classroom of Mrs. Lambert.  "Zaiden has made huge improvements and is trying so hard.  So proud of you!"

Gavin Passley is in the classroom of Mrs. Lambert.  "Gavin is always so nice and does what his teacher says."

Juan Martinez is in the classroom of Mrs. Putnam.  He was referred by Mrs. Sarah Jarrell. "Juan comes to group every week and is very respectful of the teacher, cadet and other students!"

Congratulations and keep up the good work!