Dexter, MO - The Dexter Chamber of Commerce held their 2020 Awards Banquet at The Gathering on Saturday, February 8th.  The Organization of the Year went to C.L.A.S.S. - Communities Loving and Supporting Students.  On hand were Senator Doug Libla and 151st State Representative Herman Morse to present resolutions from the MO House and MO Senate.

Presenting the Organization of the Year Awards was Matt Ternes.

This organization has over 50 volunteers and has done in such a short time speaks volumes as to the magnitude they have played in our community  The central goal of this organization is to provide a level playing field for students , so they can focus more on their education and less on their clothing.

In 2019 this organization and its volunteers were able to provide 104 students each with three complete outfits, socks, underclothing, pajamas, tennis shoes, and a winter coat.  They currently serve Richland, Bernie, and Dexter school districts and work closely with school counselors teachers, and administrators.  It is evident how much heart and dedication this organization has to the betterment of our students and their education.