Dexter, Missouri - University of Missouri Extension invites you to attend the Youth mental Health First Aid class.
"Sometimes first aid isn't a bandage or CPR or even calling 911. Sometimes first aid is YOU!
The class will be held on June 12, 2019 from 8 a.m. - 5 p.m. and is perfect for teachers!
To register call 573.568.3344. Cost is $10 and includes lunch a participant manual to take with you.
The MU Extension Office is located at 1723 W. Business 60. Ste. 3 in Dexter.
A young person you know could be experiencing a mental health or substance use problem. Learn an action plan to help.
Anyone 18 or older can take the class, but is is recommended for those who regularly have contact with young people ages 12 -18 - teachers, coaches, social workers, faith leaders and other caring citizens.
"One in five people will have a panic attack once in their lifetime. What would you do when this happens to a student, loved one, or church member? Attend the Youth Mental Health First Aid course to recognize symptoms of mental health problems, how to help, and how to guide the youth to professional help. University of Missouri Extension is sponsoring Youth Mental Health First Aid training on Wednesday, June 12 in Dexter. The 8-hour training will be held at the University of Missouri Extension FNEP office from 8:00 a.m. to 5 p.m. The registration fee is $10, which includes lunch and a workbook. This course is POST certified for 8 interpersonal hours and CEU’s are available for an additional charge. Instructors, who are certified Youth Mental Health First Aid Trainers, include Stephanie Milner, 4-H Youth Development Specialist for University of Missouri Extension and Field Specialist in Human Development Mary Engram."
This 8-hour course teaches people how to give first aid to youth experiencing a mental health crisis situation. Participants will learn the signs and symptoms of the most common mental health problems, where and when to get help, and what type of help has been shown to be effective. The purpose of the program is to also demystify the whole topic of mental illness, and to increase mental health literacy and to decrease misconceptions, stereotypes or biases concerning mental health illnesses.
This course is open to anyone, especially those who have an interest in and/or work with youth such as youth volunteers, teachers, school administration, coaches, faith communities, employers, caregivers including parents and foster parents and the general public.
For more information and to register contact the University of Missouri Extension Center at 573-568-3344.
MU is an equal opportunity/ADA institution.
Bernie, Missouri - Bernie Parents As Teachers program received a $500 grant through the Wal-Mart Community Grant Program.
Malden Walmart recently awarded Bernie School District’s Parents as Teachers program with this $500 grant.
Gary Eaton, Malden Walmart manager, is shown here presenting Casey Arnold and Courtney McGarity, Bernie Parents as Teachers’ Parent Educators, with the check.
The grant money is being used towards the purchase of children’s books that will be given away to families during home visits.
Dexter, Missouri - The Keller Public Library in Dexter has released their latest list of Memorial Donations to the library. If you would like to donate a book in memory of a loved one please contact Pam Trammel, Director at (573) 624-3764 or stop in at 402 West Grant Street in Dexter.
In memory of Bob Eaton: 1850 Missouri Agricultural Census: Stoddard County by Linda Green and Missouri Agricultural Census: Butler County by Linda Green donated by Terry Turlington.
In memory of Don Gard: The Lewis and Clark Expedition Day by Day by Gary E. Moulton donated by Stoddard County Historical and Genealogy Society.
In memory of Muriel Brown: The Fallen by David Baldacci donated by Tommy and Pam Horton.
In memory of Anson Knoderer: Growing a Revolution: Bringing our Soil Back to Life by David Montgomery donated by Jim and Carole Vaughn.
In memory of Joan Lewellyng: Turbulence by Stuart Woods (audio edition) donated by Darryl and Diana Orr.
In memory of David Sherfield: The Forgotten Road by Richard Paul Evans donated by D.H.S. Class of 1975.
In memory of Stewart Barney: Building Family Ties with Faith, Love & Laughter by Dave Stone and The Traveler's Summit by Andy Andrews donated by Darryl and Diana Orr; The Face of God Illuminated in the Light of Grief by Maud Makoni donated by Jeanie French.
In honor of Noreen Hyslop: It Happened Like This: A Life in Alaska by Noreen's niece, Adrienne Lindholm, donated by Jeanie French.
In memory Jim Miller: Horse Training In-Hand by Ellen Schuthof-Lesmeister donated by Jeanie French.
In memory of Cleo Holder: Five-star Trails: 43 Spectacular Hikes in Arkansas and Missouri by Jim Warnock donated by Shannon and Candy Collier.
Dexter, Missouri - On Wednesday, May 1, 2019 the Historic Downtown Dexter Association planted flowers to beautify our downtown area.
Flowers sponsored by The Gill Group and National Title and Escrow.
Bernie, Missouri - Amelia Wiles is the Bernie Parents as Teachers Student of the Month for May 2019.
She is the four year old daughter of Heather Wiles.
Amelia enjoys playing games and learning new things and her favorite animals are flamingos and horses.
During the family’s PAT visits, Amelia loves all of the activities and attention.
She's very grateful for her time spent with Mrs. Courtney, the family’s parent educator.
