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Tyler Stevenson Named to Harding University Dean's List
May 31st 2018 by Dee Loflin
Tyler Stevenson, senior exercise science major from Dexter, Missouri is among more than 1,200 Harding University students included on the Dean's List for grades achieved during the spring 2018 semester.
The Dean's List is published each semester by Dr. Marty Spears, University Provost, honoring those who have achieved high scholarship.
To be eligible, a student must be carrying 12 or more credit hours with a 3.65 or higher grade-point average and no incompletes.
Tyler is the son of Keith Stevenson and Kay Stevenson and is a 2016 graduate of Dexter High School.
Last Updated on May 31st 2018 by Dee Loflin
https://showmetimes.com/Blogpost/vahg/Tyler-Stevenson-Named-to-Harding-University-Deans-List
Glick Earns Foundation Scholarship
May 31st 2018 by Dee Loflin
Ryan Glick of the Class of 2018 has been awarded the $1,000 Poplar Bluff Public School Foundation scholarship designated for a PBHS student, past of present, planning to become a teacher.
Having already earned 30 credits from Three Rivers College through the High School’s dual credit program, Glick intends on continuing his higher education at the community college and then transferring to Missouri State University in Springfield to pursue a degree in history education.
Glick wrote in his essay that he wishes to one day return to his hometown of Poplar Bluff to start his teaching career. His mother, Kim Glick, works as a social studies instructor at PBHS. Since 2001, the Foundation scholarship has been awarded to 20 PBHS students, several of whom went on to teach for the R-I school district.
Pictured are Foundation Vice Chair Emily Hogg awards Ryan Glick the Foundation scholarship in May.
Photo and article submitted by Tim Krakowiak, Communications/Marketing Director, Poplar Bluff R-I School District
Last Updated on May 31st 2018 by Dee Loflin
https://showmetimes.com/Blogpost/vah8/Glick-Earns-Foundation-Scholarship
Missouri Good Sports
May 31st 2018 by Dee Loflin
A female and male student athlete from both Poplar Bluff Junior and Senior High has been named Missouri Good Sports for their behavior, positive role modeling, and outstanding display of sportsmanship through participation in interscholastic activities.
Nominated by the coaching staff on Wednesday, May 23, award recipients included: PBJHS basketball player and track runner Emilee Cheek and football player, wrestler and track runner Gatlin Taylor; and from PBHS, cross country and track runner as well as swimmer Paige Bradley and basketball player/track runner Dominique Hardimon.
“We at MSHSAA firmly believe that a positive role model such as yourself can positively influence the actions of others in your school—your teammates, younger students, your opponents and even spectators,” stated Jason West, Missouri State High School Activities Association communications director. “Since a few things bring schools and communities together like high school activities, the actions you display in competitions go a long way to influence others’ perceptions.”
Pictured (From left) Gatlin Taylor, Paige Bradley, R-I Athletic Director Kent Keith, Dominique Hardimon and Emilee Cheek.
Photo and article submitted by Tim Krakowiak, Communications/Marketing Director, Poplar Bluff R-I School District
Last Updated on May 31st 2018 by Dee Loflin
https://showmetimes.com/Blogpost/vah9/Missouri-Good-Sports
Three Rivers College Honors Top Students at Student Excellence Awards
May 31st 2018 by Dee Loflin
Three Rivers College recognized more than 50 of its highest performing students at its Annual Student Excellence Awards ceremony. Winners were chosen to represent each academic department and career education program, the Three Rivers external locations, honor societies, and major student organizations.
“The Student Excellence Awards are a celebration not only of academic success but of the hard work and commitment of our student body,” said Dr. Wesley Payne, President of Three Rivers College. “The success these students have achieved is not only an indication of natural ability and talent, but also their dedication to putting in the time and doing the work that makes them the standouts of Three Rivers.”
Winners from academic and career programs are chosen by that program’s leadership based on recommendations from faculty members. The leadership of each organization selects student organization, external location, and honor society award recipients.
Three Rivers College is committed to contributing to the quality of life in Southeast Missouri with quality, affordable higher education opportunities and community services that support and encourage the economic, civic, and cultural vitality of the region. For more information about college and workforce programs and upcoming events, visit trcc.edu.
Advance
Cynthia Allen
Nursing – Evening Program
Bernie
Terry Atchison
Environmental/Occupational Safety and Health Technology
Bloomfield
Nycole Born
Three Rivers – Dexter
Dexter
Shalynn Caldwell
Philosophy
Rodger Ellis
Go Far Club
Laine Friedrich
Student Leadership Academy
Timothy Jones
Business Management
Abigail Mangum
All-Missouri Scholarship
Music
Phi Theta Kappa
Puxico
Misty Pryor
Practical Nursing – Kennett Program
Pictured are Timothy Jones and Shalynn Caldwell of Dexter
Last Updated on May 31st 2018 by Dee Loflin
https://showmetimes.com/Blogpost/vahb/Three-Rivers-College-Honors-Top-Students-at-Student-Excellence-Awards
Sam Traxel Earns Dicken scholarship
May 31st 2018 by Dee Loflin
Sam Traxel of the Poplar Bluff High School Class of 2018 has been awarded the $500 Kyle Curtis Dicken Memorial scholarship, available to graduating seniors pursuing music. Traxel plans to study audio engineering technology at Belmont University in Nashville.
Contributions to the Dicken Memorial scholarship fund may be made to: Community Foundation of the Ozarks, 425 E. Trafficway, Springfield MO 65806. For more information, email awingo@cfozarks.org of call 573-803-1248.
Pictured: Curtis and Wanda Dicken present Sam Traxel with a scholarship in May. Also pictured is band director Stephen Winters.
Photo and article submitted by Tim Krakowiak, Communications/Marketing Director, Poplar Bluff R-I School District
Last Updated on May 31st 2018 by Dee Loflin
https://showmetimes.com/Blogpost/vahf/Sam-Traxel-Earns-Dicken-scholarship
