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CNN to recognize school's anti-bullying efforts
The recent momentum of the anti-bullying movement at Poplar Bluff Schools is being recognized nationally.
A photograph of our Human Heroes chapter of the Stand for the Silent organization will be featured on "The Bully Effect," a documentary to premiere on Anderson Cooper's "360" at 9 p.m. Feb. 28, and rerun at 7 p.m. March 3 and 9, show producer Chuck Hadad confirmed in an email.
Hadad received the recommendation about our chapter directly from SFTS founder Kirk Smalley, who was featured on the critically acclaimed movie "Bully," the basis for CNN's follow-up.
"Scott" Phelps, Poplar Bluff Police Department computer crime investigator, "started an SFTS chapter" at Poplar Bluff Schools "and has over 300 kids in it, and we haven't even been to their school yet," Smalley wrote to CNN. "They did a wonderful float in their Christmas parade!"
Smalley was referring to the anti-bully themed floats created by Poplar Bluff Junior and Senior High students for the city's annual Christmas parade, a photo from which will be featured in the documentary's montage highlighting post-"Bully" success stories.
Since Smalley's son Ty Field committed suicide in 2010 at 11 years old as the result of bullying, Smalley has dedicated his life to combating the critical matter in America. The Oklahoma man will speak to Poplar Bluff students, plus some bussed in from Twin Rivers, March 28 during anti-bully week.
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Meet the Spelling Bee Championship finalists
Rachel Hill [above] of Lake Road Elementary School correctly spells her word on Friday, Feb. 8, as third grade classmates Christian White, Keonna Warren-Triplett, Arrissa Williams and Lilian Canania wait their turn.
To meet each of the second and third grade finalists from our elementary schools who will vie in the annual spell-off live on Fox Radio at 1 p.m. Wednesday, Feb. 20, click here.
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Scholarship deadline is March 1
The Poplar Bluff Public School Foundation is currently accepting applications for three scholarships to be awarded this spring.
The Foundation Scholarship is an award of $1,000. Applicants must be graduates of Poplar Bluff High School and majoring in education, with plans to become a teacher.
The Mary Lynn Wolpers Scholarship is an award in the amount of $1,200. Applicants must be graduating seniors at PBHS.
The Dr. Michael D. Laseter Memorial Scholarship is an award of $1,000. Applicants must be graduating seniors at PBHS, planning to major in the field of medicine.
Applications are available at the PBHS School Counseling Center and at the R-I Administration Office. To request an application by mail, contact Superintendent Chris Hon's secretary Ann Smith at 573-785-7751, ext. 102. The deadline for applications is March 1.
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Students introduced to smorgasbord of potatoes
In an effort to teach students about different types of vegetables, Chartwells School Dining Services offered a food bar featuring red skinned, fingerling, purple, yukon gold and sweet potatoes on Wednesday, Feb. 13, at PBJHS.
Maxwell Seals [above, forefront] of the seventh grade makes a selection from the various different potatoes offered during lunchtime, while Chartwells intern Sherry Brand manages the station.
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Famous Missourians Living Museum
Fourth graders hosted a Famous Missourians Living Museum for the public on Thursday, Feb. 14, at Oak Grove Elementary School.
A visitor drills Zachary Warfield about his knowledge of the entrepreneur he is portraying, J.C. Penney.
Hunter Pierce portrays writer and television producer Linda Bloodworth-Thomason of Poplar Bluff.
Dante Sharp does his best impression of actor Vincent Price.
Carter House poses as Tyler Hansbrough, professional basketball player from Poplar Bluff.
Chance Kendle as Gen. John J. Pershing-the namesake of the Poplar Bluff VA hospital, and Beverly Richardson as Adeline Couzins-founder of the St. Louis Ladies Union Aid Society, stand at attention until someone steps on their "buttons," the cue to recite facts about their chosen Missourians.
To view the entire photo album, click here and be sure to 'like' your favorite shots!
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Bonus: A room full of valentines
Apparently some of our high schoolers had secret admirers on Valentine's Day [above]. And the world's biggest teddy bear went to junior Kaytlin Johnson [below].
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Feb Board Meeting
The next school board meeting has been rescheduled for 7 p.m. Tuesday, Feb. 19, in the Administrative Building. The monthly meeting is open to the public.
Nation's Report Card
PBHS is among 2,000 schools across the United States chosen to participate in the National Assessment of Educational Progress test, the results of which will be released as The Nation's Report Card to help the president, Congress and all ofour educators make decisions to improve the education system. A random selection of 44 students will be required to take the 90-minute test on Wednesday, Feb. 20. Scores are anonymous and will not affect student grades or academic records in any way. Click here for more information.
Spelling Bees
PBJHS will hold a school-wide spelling bee from 8:30-9:30 a.m. Wednesday, Feb. 20, in the cafeteria. The winner will advance to the Southeast Missouri Regional Spelling Bee at Three Rivers College, for a chance to qualify to compete in the Scripps National Spelling Bee.
Live on the air at 1 p.m. later that day, Fox Radio Network will host a Spelling Bee Championship, featuring second and third grade finalists from each of our elementary schools.
Open House
An Open House for a three-bedroom, two-bathroom house at 1460 Victoria Rd., constructed by Poplar Bluff Technical Career Center building trades students under the instruction of Mike Tubb, will be held from 1-3 p.m. Sunday, Feb. 24. Proceeds go back into the program. For more information, contact TCC Director Jean Winston at 573-785-2248.
The Bully Effect
CNN's "Anderson Cooper 360" documentary "The Bully Effect," which will feature a photo from Poplar Bluff's Stand for the Silent chapter, will air at 9 p.m. Feb. 28 and 7 p.m. March 3 and 9.
Science Fair
Several qualifying PBJHS students will compete in the 57th Annual SEMO Regional Science Fair on Tuesday, March 5, at Southeast Missouri State University's Show Me Center in Cape Girardeau.
Pancake Breakfasts
The Poplar Bluff Stand for the Silent chapter will host a pancake breakfast from 8-10 a.m. Saturday, March 9, at Applebee's for $5. Proceeds support the student-led anti-bullying organization.
SEMO Sluggers Traveling Softball team, 12 and under, will hold a pancake breakfast fundraiser from 7:30-11:30 a.m. Sunday, March 10, at Myrtle's Place at 109 N. Broadway. The cost is $6. Children three years old and under eat for free. Proceeds go to tournament fees and uniforms. For more information, call 573-429-1959.
Mule Prints
The premiere edition of our district magazine is coming this spring!
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On Monday, Feb. 11, the SEMO Times ran a photo on its website recognizing the Technical Career Center culinary arts students for their SkillsUSA victories.
On Tuesday, Feb. 12, KFVS12 ran on its website the entire list of TCC winners who will move on to the state SkillsUSA contest in April; and aired a news segment about an anonymous donor giving $20K in computers to the school district.
On Wednesday, Feb. 13, the DAR previewed varsity wrestler Matt King's performance in the MSHSAA Wrestling Championship.
KFVS12 aired a great segment about the Healthy Living Club at PBHS.
On Friday, Feb. 15, the DAR recognized O'Neal's students of the month; ran a photo from the recent Polar Plunge that StuCo participated in; announced the deadline to apply for foundation scholarships; listed the Fox Radio Network spell-off finalists; and ran a press release about a recent decision the school foundation made to fund two highly innovative projects.
KFVS12 ran a photo from the potato tasting at junior high;
and aired a news segment about the A.L.I.C.E. training offered to certified elementary staff during Collaboration Day.
Kait8 also composed a segment on the active shooter training.
On Monday, Feb. 18, KFVS12 ran a story about the school being recognized on national television for its anti-bullying efforts.
Kait8 ran a series of photos on its website from the Famous Missourian Living Museum.
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