
Dexter, Missouri - The Dexter High School Class of 2016 will make their final appearance at the Bearcat Event Center tonight at Graduation beginning at 7:30 p.m.
Julia Hahn has been named the Class of 2016 Valedictorian with a GPA of 4.4081.
Julia is the daughter of Brad and Melissa Hahn of Dexter.
Her plans are to attend the University of Alabama and major in Chemical and Biological Engineering with an emphasis in Pre-Medicine.
Delaney Pullen has been named the Class of 2016 Salutatorian with a GPA of 4.3402.
Delaney is the daughter of Alex and Lori Pullen.
Her plans are to attend University of Mississippi and major in Biology. She then plans to attend Optometry School.

Dexter, Missouri - It can be rather lonely in the military especially when on duty overseas. Trevor Waldner, a high school graduate, knows all too well about traveling in the military. He doesn't get to come back to Dexter as often as he would like, but he is serving our country well.
Mrs. Guethle's class all made him cards to send that were very nice and thanking him for being a hero and protecting us. This is a pic of her class with the letters and notes to Trevor.
Trevor was able to come home for a bout 10 days recently. He attended the Dexter High School Track meet to watch his sister, MaKayla Waldner, compete. He spent his time visiting with family and friends before going back to his duties.
If your class or church group would like to send a letter to Trevor, please contact Karen Kiger or Kim Waldner at Central Elementary in Dexter.
Thank you Trevor for all you do to protect us and serve in the United States Army.

Business Night sponsors—Godfather’s Pizza, Skate City, Simply Swirled and McDonalds—were recognized on Wednesday, March 2, at the elementary school for donating a portion of their proceeds to the school fundraiser.
The first Math-A-Thon was held at O’Neal in 1989. Within several years, the fundraiser gained full district support, bringing in hundreds of thousands of dollars for St. Jude at this point.
Shown in the photo: Business owners (from left) Mike Cook, Leslie Lewis, Paula Hefner and Steve Sells; students representatives (left to right) Farrah Allen, Lincoln Warren, Macie Robertson, Aiden Cook, Connor Ray, Ava Monaghan, Kaylee Gloyd, Kimber Hicks, Stormy Ward and Ashtyn Reese.
Article and photo submitted by Tim Krakowiak, Communications/Marketing Coordinator, Poplar Bluff R-I School District

Dexter, Missouri - Southwest Elementary honors Evelyn DelaRosa, Campbell Neely, Kynnedi Yates, Aliyah Hadley, Vyvianne Pflasterer, and Jeremiah Wells 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.
Eveylyn DelaRosa is a kindergarten student in the classroom of Mrs. Pope. "Evelyn is sweet to everyone," commented Mrs. Pope. "She tries hard too!"
Campbell Neely is a kindergarten student in the classroom of Mrs. Pope. "Campbell is a hard worker," commented Mrs. Pope. "He is kind to everyone!"
Kynnedi Yates is a kindergarten student in the classroom of Mrs. Pope. "Kynnedi is a sweet student," commented Mrs. Pope. "She works hard and helps others."
Aliyah Hadley is a kindergarten student in the classroom of Mrs. Berry. "Aliyah is a super sweet girl who always shows the 3R's," stated Mrs. Berry. "I am so proud of Aliyah! Great job!"
Vyvianne Pflasterer is a kindergarten student in the classroom of Mrs. Berry. "Vyvianne is a great student who always tries her very best," commented Mrs. Berry. "I am so proud of Vyvianne."
Jeremiah Wells is a second grade student in the classroom of Mrs. Fortner. "Jeremiah always uses his manners and dos what is expected of him," stated Mrs. Fortner. "He is a very sweet and polite young man!"
Shown in the photos back row from left to right: Evelyn DelaRosa, Campbell Neely, and Kynnedi Yates. Front row from left to right are Aliyah Hadley, Vyvianne Pflasterer, and Jeremiah Wells.

Dexter, Missouri - Southwest Elementary honors Samuel Zalesak 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.Samuel is a kindergarten student in the classroom of Mrs. Christian. He was referred by Mrs. Morrow.
"Sammy is becoming a rock Star Reader because he gives his best all the time," commented Mrs. Morrow. "He is Respectful, Responsible, and Ready to Learn!"
Congratulations Sammy!