Tuscaloosa, Alabama - The Barry Goldwater Scholarship and Excellence in Education Program has selected two University of Alabama students as Goldwater Scholars for 2016-2017.
They are: Andrew Raddatz, a chemical engineering student from Austin, Texas; and Jacob M. Robinson, a chemical engineering major from Dexter, Missouri. In addition, Samantha Dyroff, a chemistry major from Des Peres, Missouri, received an honorable mention.
From 2007 to 2016, UA is No. 1 in the United States for Goldwater Scholars, with 27. Harvard is second, with 26.
This year, 252 Goldwater Scholars were selected on the basis of academic merit from a field of 1,150 mathematics, science and engineering students who were nominated by the faculties of colleges and universities nationwide.
The one- or two-year scholarships will cover the cost of tuition, fees, books and room and board up to a maximum of $7,500 a year.
The Goldwater Foundation is a federally endowed agency established in 1986. The program, which honors U.S. Sen. Barry Goldwater, was designed to foster and encourage outstanding students to pursue careers in research in the fields of mathematics, the natural sciences and engineering.
Jacob Robinson, son of Mark and Rhonda Robinson, graduated from Dexter Public Schools in Dexter, Missouri in 2014 and is pursuing a career focused on researching novel screening methods and treatments for Alzheimer’s disease and other neurodegenerative diseases.
He was accepted into the Emerging Scholars program before arriving at Alabama. This helped him become involved in undergraduate research early during his freshman year. Jacob has worked with Dr. Margaret Liu, assistant professor in UA’s department of chemical and biological engineering. His research has focused on metabolically engineering Clostridium bacteria to maximize biobutanol production. Outside of the lab, Jacob has been involved in DREAM and READ Alabama, organizations devoted to mentoring and reading to local elementary students. After graduation, he plans to attend medical school and pursue a doctor of medicine/doctorate.
Dexter, Missouri - Dexter Public Schools Central Elementary has released their 2016-2017 5th 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 5th Grade Dexter Central Elementary:
1 Large Zip-Around Binder (Trapper Keeper style)
1 Zipper Pencil Pouch (if included in binder, don’t get a second one)
2 Heavy duty folders with Prongs and Pockets (Art and Music)
4-Pocket Folders, 3-Hole punched to fit in binder, plain colors NO decorative, NO prongs – Folders: 1 Red, 1 Blue, 1 Green, 1 Yellow
2 One Subject Spiral Notebooks (wide ruled)
1 Composition Notebook
1 Pack of Loose Leaf Paper Wide Rule **
1 Package of Post-It Notes
8 Glue Sticks
1 Pair of Sharp Point Scissors
4 Packages of Pencils (12 count) **
2 Boxes of Colored Pencils (1 for Art)
8 Red Pens
1 Permanent Black Sharpie
2 – 4 packs Black Expo Markers **
1 Highlighter
3 Large boxes of Tissue **
** These items usually run out before the end of the school year. If you are able to send more, it would be greatly appreciated.
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 - Dexter Public Schools Central Elementary has released their 2016-2017 4th 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 4th Grade Dexter Central Elementary:
1 Large Zip-Around Binder (Trapper Keeper style)
4-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 Box of Colored Pencils
1 Box of 24 Crayons
2 Glue Sticks
1 Elmer’s White Glue Bottle
2 Red Pen/Pencils (more as needed)
2 Packages #2 Wood Pencils (more as needed)
1 Highlighter
4 Dry Erase Markers (more as needed)
2 White Erasers
3 Compositions Notebooks
1 Package Wide-Line Loose Leaf Paper
1 Pencil Pouch (NO Box)
2 Large Boxes of Tissue
1 Large Container Disinfecting Wipes
1 Box of Quart or Gallon Zip Loc Bags
ART: 2 #2 Wood Pencils, 1 Folder with Pockets, 1 package Crayola Markers – Thick
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 - 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.
