Local Schools
Lunch Menu Input Solicited from PBHS Students
March 21st 2019 by Dee Loflin
Chartwells School Dining Services hosted a series of taste tests last week at Poplar Bluff High School in an effort to receive student input on potential menu items.
Students chose from a chicken BLT salad or a Buffalo chicken salad on Tuesday, March 5, and Korean chicken bulgogi or a chicken fried rice bowl the following day in the cafeteria, then voted for which meal they liked the best.
“These are things they choose, not us,” explained Dixie Harden, food services director. “We get their input and [create] recipes that fall within the nutritional guidelines.”
PBHS is one of three educational partners in Missouri selected to experiment with the Student Choice program through the vendor. Food service employees previously set up a taste test in November featuring burgers.
Harden said a permanent Student Choice line may be established next academic year at the High School serving regular lunch items built around feedback, with more periodical samplings.
Pictured: A student chooses dressing for her BLT salad while others visit the free salad bar station.
Photo and article submitted by Tim Krakowiak, Communications/Marketing Director, Poplar Bluff R-I School District
Last Updated on March 21st 2019 by Dee Loflin
https://showmetimes.com/Blogpost/vcba/Lunch-Menu-Input-Solicited-from-PBHS-Students
T.S. Hill Middle School Weekly Activities
March 21st 2019 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
Mon March 25
Bernie 8th Grade VBall Tourn
Tues March 26
Assembly- Brad Hurtig 1:30
Track @ EP 4:15/2:30
Baseball vs. NMCC 4:00
Wed March 27
3rd Quarter HTTOP Trip
Thurs March 28
Baseball vs. Greenville 4:00
Mon April 1 VBall vs. Advance 6:00
Tues April 2 VBall @ Richland 6:00/5:15
Wed April 3 Track @ Kelly 4:00/2:45
Thurs April 4
VBall vs. Bloomfield 6:00 Hits for HOPE
Baseball vs. Advance 4:00
Pep Rally 2:30
Fri April 5 Baseball @ EP 4:15/2:45
Sat April 6 SCAA VBall Tournament begins TBA
Mon April 8 SCAA VBall Tournament resumes
Track @ Kennett 4:00/2:30
Tues April 9
SCAA VBall Tournament Finals
Baseball @ Charleston 4:00/2:30
Wed April 10
Track @ Kelly 4:00/2:30
Thurs April 11
Talent Search
Track @ Sikeston 4:00/2:45
Baseball vs. Bernie 4:00
Mon April 15
Track @ Charleston 4:00/2:45
Tues April 16
Baseball @ Bloomfield 4:30/3:15
Wed April 17
CPR in PE Classes
Track @ Chaffee 4:00/2:30
Thurs April 18
1:00 Bell Schedule-Activity Afternoon-KONA ICE
Fri April 19-22 EASTER BREAK
Wed April 24
Track @ Cape 4:00/2:30
Baseball @ Kelly 4:00/2:45
Thurs April 25
Choir Concert-DHS Gymnasium 6:00
Fri April 26-27
CMS Baseball Showdown TBA
Tues April 30
CTA Retirement Tea- BEC 3:30
Last Updated on March 21st 2019 by Dee Loflin
https://showmetimes.com/Blogpost/vcc8/TS-Hill-Middle-School-Weekly-Activities
Haley Cornett receives Kay Porter Memorial Scholarship at Three Rivers College
March 20th 2019 by Dee Loflin
Three Rivers College Pre-Engineering student Haley Cornett was awarded the Kay Porter Scholarship for the Spring 2019 semester. The scholarship funds were endowed by Kay Porter, who gave back to several Poplar Bluff entities during her lifetime.
A 2017 graduate of Dexter High School, Cornett is the daughter of Chris and Nancy Cornett of Dexter.
For information on donating to scholarships, building projects, or other College needs, contact the Three Rivers College Development Office at 573-840-9077
Last Updated on March 20th 2019 by Dee Loflin
https://showmetimes.com/Blogpost/vcc5/Haley-Cornett-receives-Kay-Porter-Memorial-Scholarship-at-Three-Rivers-College
TRC Selects Todd Richardson as 2019 Distinguished Alumni Award Recipient
March 19th 2019 by Dee Loflin
Three Rivers College selects Todd Richardson as the recipient of the 2019 Distinguished Alumni Award
Three Rivers College has selected Todd Richardson to receive its 2019 Distinguished Alumni Award. A public reception in his honor will be held at the Tinnin Fine Arts Center on Friday, April 5, from 4:30 to 6 p.m.
“Todd has made many contributions to Three Rivers College and the region that will benefit our students and constituents for many years to come,” said Dr. Wesley Payne, President of Three Rivers College. “We are honored that he got his start at Three Rivers and continues to be invested in our success.”
Richardson, a Poplar Bluff native, currently serves as the Director of MO HealthNet. Prior to that appointment, he was Speaker of the House for the State of Missouri. In his role in Missouri government, he helped secure funding and recruited legislators to make the new Excel Center in Poplar Bluff possible. Richardson was also responsible for securing funding for the Crisp Technology Center expansion on the Three Rivers campus.
Each year, Three Rivers takes students to the Capitol for Community College Week. During his time in the House of Representatives, Richardson would invest extra time in the students, taking them to the House floor and allowing them to sit at representatives’ desks to learn about government.
“When I learned I would be receiving this award, I was thrilled,” said Richardson. “To be named a Distinguished Alumni at Three Rivers College, in my hometown, is a huge honor.”
Richardson has been honored with the Missouri Community College Association’s Legislative Award of Distinction and several other awards.
In addition to attending Three Rivers College, Richardson taught Business Law and Government classes as an adjunct instructor.
“Todd has been a staunch supporter of Three Rivers College for many years,” said Michelle Reynolds, Director of Development for Three Rivers. “He is, deservedly, well-respected in this community, and we are proud to honor him with this award.”
In addition to receiving the Distinguished Alumni Award, Richardson has been selected as the Keynote Speaker for the Three Rivers 2019 Commencement ceremony, which will be May 17th at the Libla Family Sports Complex.
Those wishing to attend the April 5 recognition reception should RSVP to Michelle Reynolds at michellereynolds@trcc.edu or 573-840-9077.
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.
Pictured is Todd Richardson who was recently selected to receive the Three Rivers College 2019 Distinguished Alumni Award.
Last Updated on March 19th 2019 by Dee Loflin
https://showmetimes.com/Blogpost/vcbi/TRC-Selects-Todd-Richardson-as-2019-Distinguished-Alumni-Award-Recipient
Three Rivers College Enhances Welding Program with Virtual Welding Machines
March 19th 2019 by Dee Loflin
Three Rivers College recently added virtual welding machines to its Welding program, located at Three Rivers – Dexter. The virtual welding machines offer a realistic way for students to practice welding in a controlled environment.
“When the students put on the virtual welding helmets, their experience is incredibly close to actual welding,” said Derek Joplin, Three Rivers College Welding Instructor. “The electrode retracts like the rod does with real welding, and the students see the molten pool and sparks.”
Being able to practice welding virtually is especially beneficial to those without any previous welding experience. It’s also cost-effective because it allows students to practice without using expensive materials.
“These virtual machines will help us keep costs down for our welding students, while letting them build their welding skills,” said Joplin.
Individual profiles in the welding system allow students to do assignments, take exams, view their results, and even do live replays of their welds.
“Our welding programs offer an efficient and affordable gateway into a high-demand career,” said Dr. Dan Lauder, Chair of Career Studies and Workforce Development at Three Rivers. “In as little as a year, a student in these programs can be ready to apply for well-paying welding jobs anywhere in the nation.”
Students in Three Rivers’ welding programs in Dexter can obtain a one-year certificate in Welding Fabrication or Maintenance Welding, or a two-year Associate of Applied Science Degree in Engineering Technology – Welding Option.
There are 13 students currently enrolled in the TRC Welding program, with a maximum of 15 spots available. Spring welding classes are underway, but classes will begin again in Fall 2019.
Current Three Rivers students can register for Fall classes starting March 18, and registration is open for all on April 1. Prospective students can visit trcc.edu or call 573-840-9605 for more information on all of Three Rivers’ programs of study. To apply for admission to Three Rivers, visit trcc.edu/admissions. Prospective students must possess a high school diploma or high school equivalency credential.
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.
Pictured: Carter Petty of Neelyville practices his welding skills on a virtual welding machine at Three Rivers College – Dexter. The monitor plays a live feed of what Petty sees inside the virtual helmet.
Last Updated on March 19th 2019 by Dee Loflin
https://showmetimes.com/Blogpost/vcbj/Three-Rivers-College-Enhances-Welding-Program-with-Virtual-Welding-Machines
