Robotics Club Collecting Deodorant for Backpacks for Kids

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September 11th 2017 by Dee Loflin

Dexter, Missouri - The Dexter High School Robotics Club is collecting deodorant. Kind of an odd request, but for a good cause! They are donating the deodorant to the BackPacks for Friday (BFF) Program.

BackPacks For Friday (BFF) is a program designed to help families with a backpack full of food to supplement their pantries at home on the weekends. This program is a partnership between the school district and Southeast Missouri Food Bank.

"We are able to provide this service to our students because of many generous donors in our community," commented Amber Nea, Director of Special Services at Dexter Schools.

Approximately 40 elementary students in the Dexter School District will be given a bag of non-perishable food each Friday afternoon for the family to eat over the weekend. The food is distributed discreetly to each child before leaving the school building. The BFF program begins in August and continues until the end of the school year.

Families have many different reasons for needing the extra food. The school district does not need to know the specific reason(s) why, only that it is needed.

The Robotics club at Dexter High School adopted BFF as their service project last school year. They use the schedule below to collect additional treats that are added to the BFF backpacks once a month just for fun.

"We are honored this group of youngsters has chosen to adopt our program," continued Nea. "Friday is a happy day for these children, and the added treats make it even more special."

You can help! For the month of September send a stick of deodorant with your student. There is a box outside of Mrs. Tiska Rodgers' classroom at the high school. If your student is not at the high school, just drop off at the office and they will have a student deliver to the Robotics Club box. All donations are welcome!

Months and Items to be Collected:

Sept.-Deodorant

Oct.-Halloween Sweet Treat-small treat bag of candy

Nov.-Shampoo/Soap

Dec.-gloves/hats/scarves

Jan.-Chap-stick

Feb.-Valentine Sweet Treat-candy or Little Debbie Cakes

March-Toothbrushes/Toothpaste

April-Deodorant

May-Sunscreen

If anyone would like to donate to this program please contact: Amy James, Director of Special Services at 573-614-1000 ext. 1604.

Last Updated on September 11th 2017 by Dee Loflin

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FCA Donates to Hope International for Hurricane Harvey Victims

September 08th 2017 by Dee Loflin

Dexter, Missouri - When anyone is in need Fellowship of Christian Athletes spring into action. Last week after the devastating damage done by Hurricane Harvey in the Houston, Texas area, FCA students came to the rescue.

These students donated a truck load of supplies including toothpaste, toothbrushes, deodorants, paper towels, toilet paper, snacks, peroxide, and mosquito spray. It takes everyone's help these days and they knew they had to act. They know that when you have nothing anything is a help.

Hebrews 13:16 “Do not neglect to do good and to share what you have, for such sacrifices are pleasing to God.”

FCA students stepped up and gave! Amy Simmons and Kim Waldner are the sponsors of FCA and both are very proud of their athletes.

Hope International will be sending a second semi-truck soon to help Hurricane Harvey victims. Unfortunately another hurricane "Irma" is barreling towards Florida at this time. More help will be needed.

Pictured are from left to right: Brock Simmons, Olivia Lacy, Ethan Kincy, Addie Kruse, Jake Rice, Spencer Warren, Kris Rinehart, Parker Vanslyke, Madilyn Hampton, and Travis Waldner.

Last Updated on September 08th 2017 by Dee Loflin

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Students Earn Positive Office Referral Awards at Southwest Elementary

September 08th 2017 by Dee Loflin

Dexter, Missouri - Southwest Elementary honors students with Positive Office Referral certificates for week of August 28, 2017.

This award is presented to students who consistently show the 3R's RESPECTFUL, RESPONSIBLE, and READY TO LEARN at Southwest Elementary in Dexter.

Each student received a certificate and a FREE Taco from Taco Bell.

Pictured back row from left to right: Sheldon Schaefer, sawyer Thurlkill, Michael Webb, and Kamden Shaver.

Front row from left to right are McKendree Nuehouse, Ada Jarrell, and Sidney Booker.

Last Updated on September 08th 2017 by Dee Loflin

https://showmetimes.com/Blogpost/v8em/Students-Earn-Positive-Office-Referral-Awards-at-Southwest-Elementary

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T.S. Hill Middle School Weekly Activities - Sept 11th - Sept 15th

September 08th 2017 by Dee Loflin

Dexter T.S. Hill Middle School - This listing of T.S. Hill Middle School activities is a service offered by the ShowMe Times, working in partnership with C.A. Counts, Superintendent, Scott Kruse, Middle School Principal and the Dexter Public Schools for your convenience.

We hope you will mark your calendar and we encourage everyone to support our local students and their activities. The education and growth of young people in our community is the key to everyone's future!

If you would like to submit information and a picture of a student and his/her accomplishments, send it to dloflin@showmetimes.com or call (573) 380-3318.

Calendar

Monday Sept 11 8th Hour Grade Check

Tuesday Sept 12 Football vs East Prairie (7) 5:00

Talent Search Hours 1-3

Wednesday Sept 13 Mid Quarters Go Home

Future Dates

Monday Sept 18 FB @ Caruthersville (7) 5:00/3:00

Tuesday Sept 19 Hearing/Vision Screening

Stoddard County Parade

Thursday Sept 21 Football vs. Doniphan (7/8) 5:00

Monday Sept 25 BB Practice Begins

Thursday Sept 28 FBall @ Kennett (7/8) 5:00

Saturday Sept 30 CC @ Notre Dame Bus 7:30

Monday Oct 2 GBB @ Doniphan 6:00/4:30

Tuesday Oct 3 PE Classes-CPR by Southeast Health

GBB vs. TR 6:00

FBall vs. Portageville (8) 5:00

Student Fines/Fees list due to the office

Thursday Oct 5 CC @ Jackson Bus 1:15

Friday Oct 6 BEARCAT Buck Concessions

Monday Oct 9 CC @ Bloomfield Bus 2:00

GBB @ Woodland 6:00/4:45

Tuesday Oct 10 GBB @ Poplar Bluff 5:00/4:00

Last Updated on September 08th 2017 by Dee Loflin

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Southwest Elementary Students Earn Positive Office Referral Certificates

September 08th 2017 by Dee Loflin

Dexter, Missouri - Southwest Elementary honors students with Positive Office Referral certificates for week of August 28, 2017.

This award is presented to students who consistently show the 3R's RESPECTFUL, RESPONSIBLE, and READY TO LEARN at Southwest Elementary in Dexter.

Each student received a certificate and a FREE Taco from Taco Bell.

Pictured are back row from left to right: Aliyah Hadley and Alyssa Moore; front row from left to right Michael Webb and Lyla Bell Garner.

Last Updated on September 08th 2017 by Dee Loflin

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