Dexter, Missouri - Dexter Public Schools Central Elementary has released their 2016-2017 3rd Grade Supply List for students.

Please note that all school supplies, except binder, will be kept in homeroom and shared.  Please do NOT label with student’s name.

Below is the list for 3rd Grade Dexter Central Elementary:

1 Large Zip-Around Binder (Trapper Keeper style)

1 Box of 24 Crayons

1 Container of Disinfecting Wipes

2 Large Pink Erasers

2 Glue Sticks

2 Large Boxes of Tissue

1 Sharp Point Scissors

4 Packages of #2 Yellow Wooden Pencils (NO decorative pencils)

1 Plain, Clear, 3-Hole Punched Pencil Pouch

2 Black Dry Erase Markers

1 Highlighter

Girls – One Box Quart Size Zip-Lock Freezer Bags

Boys – One Bottle of Hand Sanitizer (medium to large)

1 Composition Notebook, Wide-Rules

3-Pocket Folders, 3-Hole punched to fit in binder, plain colors NO decorative, NO prongs – Folders: 1 Red, 1 Blue, 1 Green, 1 Yellow

1 Package of 3x5 White Index Cards

NO PENCIL SHARPENERS

NO MECHANICAL PENCILS

NO ART BOXES

ART: 2 #2 Wood Pencils, 1 Box of 24 Crayola crayons

PE: Tennis Shoes

MUSIC: 1-Pocket Folder, 3-hole Punched to fit in binder

Dexter Public School students will head back to school on Thursday, August 11th with a full day of classes with the Kindergarten Class starting on Friday, August 12th.  Back-to-School Registration Day will be held on Tuesday, August 2, 2016 from 9:00 a.m. - 7:00 p.m. at the Bearcat Event Center.

Registration packets were mailed last week to current students.  If you do not receive a packet in the mail by Thursday, July 21st please contact Carla or Janet at (573) 614-1000.

Parents and/or guardians are asked to update the information prior to attending Registration Day.  Included are transportation information (bus information sheet), lunch applications, photo packet information, and medical information that will be kept confidential.

Are there new BEARCATS out there? New families will enroll on August 2nd as well.  Please bring proof of residency, birth certificates, and immunization records.  If you do not have these items available please stop in and speak with the staff to get the enrollment process started.

Student photos will also be taken on Registration Day; however you do not have to purchase portrait packages on that day.  Don’t worry if your photo isn’t perfect a picture re-take day will be later in the school year.

Dexter, Missouri - Southwest Elementary honors Kindergarten students Molli McFarlen, Faith Midkiff, Yoselin Fino, Karis Kennedy, Payton Proctor, and Kira Winters 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.

Molli McFarlen is in the first grade classroom of Mrs. Kennedy.  "Molli is a great student that always does her best.  She has neat work and loves to learn!"

Faith Midkiff is also in the first grade classroom of Mrs. Kennedy.  "Faith is a role model student.  She is a wonderful listener, great friend and a hard worker."

Yoselin Fino is in the first grade classroom of Mrs. Hutchcraft and was referred by Mrs. Jarrell.  "Yoselin always comes to group ready to learn.  She has a smile on her face and works hard on every activity."

Karis Kennedy is in the second grade classroom of Mrs. Nelson and was referred by Mr. Eldreth.  "Karis always shows the 3Rs.  She is a great role model for her peers, is always willing to help others in any way, and has great leadership skills."

Payton Proctor is in the first grade classroom of Mrs. Kennedy.  "Payton shows 3Rs everyday.  He is a great student who always goes above and beyond what is expected!"

Kira Winters is in the second grade classroom of Mrs. Mick.  "Kira is a very good natured student.  She always has a smile on her face!"

Shown in the photo front row from left to right: Karis Kennedy, Payton Proctor, and Kira Winters.  Back row from left to right Molli McFarlen, Faith Midkiff, and Yoselin Fino.

Dexter, Missouri - Southwest Elementary honors Kindergarten students Jaycie March, Kaila Sanders, Wade Duty, and Ethan Davis 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.

Jaycie March is in the classroom of Mrs. Mason. "She tries hard to do her very best each and every day."

Kaila Sanders is in the classroom of Mrs. Berry.  "I am so proud of Kaila and how hard she always works.  She is a very good student."

Wade Duty is in the classroom of Mrs. Mason.  "He is always kind and helpful to all students and teachers."

Ethan Davis is in the classroom of Mrs. Mason.  "Ethan works hard to show the 3Rs daily."

Shown in the photo back row from left to right: Jaycie March and Kaila Sanders; front row from left to right Wade Duty and Ethan Davis.

Dexter, Missouri - Southwest Elementary honors Melanie Pfeffer, Baron Greer, Ava Schaefer, and Carter Stone 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.

Melanie Pfeffer is in the first grade classroom of Mrs. Ridings.  "Melanie always goes above and beyond what is expected!  She also helps anyone in need."

Baron Greer is also in the first grade classroom of Mr.s Ridings. "Baron is always reliable in every situation!  i am very proud of him!"

Ava Schaefer is in the second grade and was referred by Mr. Eldreth.  "Ava always shows the 3Rs and was a great leader for the the play.  She is always willing to help others."

Carter Stone is in the second grade and was referred by Mr. Eldreth.  "Carter always shows the 3Rs and has proven to be a great leader and positive influence for his peers."

Shown in the photo from left to right back row: Melanie Pfeffer and Baron Greer, front row Ava Schaefer and Carter Stone.