Dexter, Missouri – The Dexter Honor Society held their annual induction of new members at the Dexter Senior High School.
The DHS Honor Society was founded in 2004 and is for Juniors and Seniors who have earned academic achievement and have displayed leadership, character, and honor during their high school career.
Mr. Dan Pollock, DHS Principal began the evening with a few short words and introduced Lauren Thrower, President of the DHS Honor Society. Lauren spoke and performed the introduction of the Honor Code along with introducing each Senior. The officers spoke and lit candles as part of the Honor Society Ceremony.
Officers for the 2015 – 2016 school year are Lauren Thrower (President), Andrew Teel (Vice President), Chandler Young (Secretary), and Taylor Ivy (Treasurer).
The returning members of the Honor Society who were sitting in the audience were asked to stand to be acknowledged. They were Kendall Adams, Randall Allen, Devan Aslin, Madison Bishop, Kassidey Bollinger, Caprese Bostic, Kerigan Brady, Destiny Cagle, Bailey Caldwell, Shania Case, Elizabeth Paige Chasteen, Austin Chesser, Tessla Clark, Kristen Copeland, Kayla Costin, Madisson Cox, Hannah Michel Craft, Matney Davis, Sara Edwards, Ethan Reed Flowers, Jocelyn Frederick, Joshua Grubbs, Julia Lane Hahn, Katlyn Whitley Houston, Kalee Howard, Brianne Huggins, Rachael Huntsman, Taylor Ivy, Garrett Kyle, Noah Langley, Hannah McGhee, Melanie Chanta McKuin, Mary Kate Miller, Alex Moeller, Addison Moore, Taylor Page, Delaney Pullen, Cody Pullum, Cole Renken, Logan Sandage, Courtney Scholl, Kaitlyn Seiter, Halley Sielert, Chase Simpson, Tyler Stevenson, Alexis Tankersley, Lauren Thrower Victoria Trammell, MaKayla Waldner, Kayla Ward, Nathaniel Weathers, Karlee Wright, and Chandler Young.
Honor Code Candle Lighting Ceremony was performed by Kerigan Brady (Leadership), Delaney Pullen (Academic Achievement), Kendall Adams (Character), Taylor Ivy (Academic Honesty), and Julia Hahn (Service).
After each student lit their candle, the proposed junior class students were asked to stand, come to the stage, and take a candle from the table. While Dan Pollock read each name, Lauren Thrower shook his or her hand and congratulated each student.
The students formed a giant circle around the auditorium and one by one the students passed the flame from one candle to another until all were lit. The students recited the pledge lead by Thrower, “I pledge myself to strive toward higher academic achievement, exemplify good character in both school and community and retain a standard of integrity while exhibiting leadership and service to the school and community.”
Parents, grandparents, relatives and friends of each student clapped and cheered in support of the students. The Dexter community is extremely proud of their accomplishments. We know they work very hard to earn their place in the Dexter Honor Society. Some students work after school and on weekends, some students compete in multiple sports and have lots of practice and games to attend and others help with their church or community organizations. Juggling so many commitments shows their ability to succeed and we wish them well in their future endeavors.
The following students were inducted for the 2015 - 2016 school year: Victoria Adams, Harley Allen, Hailey Anderson, Kelly Ash, Abigail Bates, Caleb Blunt, Will Brehmer, Kaylee Carey, Katie Coleman, Haley Braxton Cornett, Katlyn Covey, Chelsea Cox, Taryn Fortner, Megan Foster, Andrew Garner, Cidney Gathings, Macy Graves, Veronica Hampton, Jacob Harris, Hannah Haynes, Bethany Hyten, Jason Jarrell, Emily Johns, Garrett Keathley, Karaline Keirsey, Kelsey Kendrick, Jaclyn Kiger, Garrett Laramore, Taylin Leija, Janie Lindsey, Abigail Mangum, Alexis May, Angel Maze, Madison McConnell, Cody McFaddin, Reagan Miller, Sarah Miller, Will Morgan, Cheyenne Mosby, Emily Mouser, Emily Page, Hunter Parrot, Natalee Pedroza, Zach Potts, Caroline Powers, Olivia Sitzes, Myca Sutton, Andrew Teel, Alyssa Teets, Kirsten Teffertiller, Macy Urhahn, Ashlyn Werneck, Lillian Whitehead, Brianna Wright, and Ashlynn Wyman.
Following the induction of new members, they were offered a banquet meal in the cafeteria following the ceremony.
In the photo above are the 2015-2016 newly inducted Honor Society Members. In the photo below are the returning Dexter Honor Society Members.
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!"
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 16thwere approved. Motion carried 5-0
5. Public Comments
CTA – Mrs. Jarrell spoke on their retirement tea scheduled for April 28th 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.
