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The Book in the Bluff art exhibit
Several R-I students submitted regional award-winning art as well as an essay for the Poplar Bluff Municipal Library's recent exhibit, earning a chance to meet the daughter of the event's literary inspiration.
In the water-themed art contest entitled "The Book in the Bluff," Piper Duncan of Junior High placed second overall, while classmates Caylee Elliott and Harley Kirn were named honorable mentions; Hudson Matthews of the Middle School won best of show in the water color division; Lauren Hamilton of the Middle School won best of show in the mixed media division; Kason Henderson of Junior High won best of show in the most creative division; Hank Traxel of Senior High won best of show in the pencil division; and Elizabeth Shirrell of Senior High placed third in the essay contest.
The top three students in each category won monetary awards ranging from $25-100 from sponsor Sterling Bank. All the submissions were on display last month at the library. Students who attended the award reception were treated to lunch with guest book lecturer Judy Rantz Willman, the daughter of the subject of "The Boys in the Boat."
Above: Madawn Traxel, volunteer with The Friends of the Poplar Bluff Municipal Library, awards seventh grader Piper Duncan with a medal for winning second place overall.
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Posing with his art teacher Christina Swint, seventh grader Kason Henderson dons a medal for best of show.
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4th annual Transportation Day
From a helicopter to a Segway, kindergartners got to explore over 20 modes of transportation during the fourth annual Transportation Day on Friday, Nov. 4, at the Kindergarten Center.
This year's fleet included emergency vehicles, dirt bikes, classic cars, a bus, a limousine, a semi-truck, a boat and even a horse. The event was organized by Pennie Ethridge, the Kindergarten Center's Fun Friday director, and coincided with a teaching unit recently completed.
Above: Zion Green-Conley gets to play the role of limo chauffeur during Transportation Day.
Below: School supporter Greg West brings in his two-wheeled Segway to the delight of Alexandra Tinker's class.
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here to view all the photos!
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PBHS student receives national honor
Poplar Bluff High School junior John Page was recently selected to become a lifelong member of the National Society of High School Scholars for his leadership, scholarship and community commitment.
Page, a member of the JROTC, has a GPA of 9.357, according to the counseling department. From high school to college to career, NSHSS connects outstanding young scholars with the resources needed to develop their strengths and pursue their passions, according to a press release issued by the organization.
"On behalf of NSHSS, I am honored to recognize the hard work, sacrifice and commitment that John has demonstrated to achieve this exceptional level of academic excellence," stated NSHSS founder Claes Nobel, senior member of the family that established the Novel Prizes. "John is now a member of a unique community of scholars - a community that represents our very best hope for the future."
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here for more information about NSHSS.
Above: High schooler John Page was recently nominated to become a member of a prestigious national organization.
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Local band, The Thin Blue Line, volunteered to headline Lake Road's annual chili supper fundraiser on Friday, Oct. 28, helping to generate nearly $300 for the elementary school's Parent Teacher Organization.
Chartwells School Dining Service made the chili from scratch pro bono and provided the supplies, First Methodist Church and McDonald's supplied the soft drinks, and parents brought in dessert.
Above: The Thin Blue Line rocks out on the legendary Lake Road gymnasium stage.
Below: (From left) Jennifer Sexton and Leslie Norman of Chartwells, and second grade teacher Candace Hovis, serve chili to guests.
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Election Day
Don't forget to vote on Tuesday, Nov. 8! It's our civic duty.
Steak & Burger
The Boys and Girls Club will host its fifth annual Steak & Burger Dinner fundraiser at 5:30 p.m. Thursday, Oct. 10, at the Black River Coliseum featuring guest speaker, St. Louis Cardinals Hall of Famer Mike Shannon. Click here to purchase tickets.
Veterans Day
The annual Veterans Day Assembly will take place at 9 a.m. Friday, Nov. 11, in E.T. Peters Gym at the Middle School. Veterans and their families may check in at the library beginning at 8:30, and will have special seating. Refreshments will be served following the program.
Thanksgiving
Chartwells will host its annual Community Thanksgiving from 5-7 p.m. Tuesday, Nov. 15, at Poplar Bluff High School. The public is invited to enjoy the free feast and entertainment!
School Board
The regularly scheduled monthly meeting of the Board of Education will take place at 7 p.m. Thursday, Nov. 17, in the Administrative Building.
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On Tuesday, Nov. 1,
the DAR reported about Oak Grove's new STARS behavior incentive program.
On Wednesday, Nov. 2, KFVS12
reported about Robert Whelan's $1,500 to the PBHS Robotics Club.
KWOC
linked information about Lake Road's parent teacher conferences.
SEMO.net reported about the
Athletes of the Month and
Rocket Day.
The DAR ran a photo display promoting the PBHS Drama Club play, "Being Earnest."
On Thursday, Nov. 3, the ShowMe Times reported about
Rocket Day, the
Bright Futures symposium and the generous
Iron Mules donation.
On Friday, Nov. 4, the DAR reported about Lake Road's new chicken coop, and recognized O'Neal's Students of the Month.
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