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Laptops to replace textbooks
A forward-thinking decision was made during the March school board meeting that will revolutionize the way students learn at Poplar Bluff Schools.
"Absolutely yes" said board member Alana Robertson, seconding Kent Eyler's affirmative vote to go forward with the digital transformation, which was met by unanimous approval, along with a standing ovation from teachers in attendance.
Dr. Matt Riffle later commented that the applause was his "greatest moment" in five years serving on the Board of Education.
"Our children won't have to go to college feeling like they are less prepared than students from St. Louis and Kansas City," Riffle said. "So often in this rural part of Missouri we find ourselves playing catch up with bigger cities, but this initiative puts us on the cusp of innovation in education."
About 800 Junior High students will be issued a MacBook Air during the 2013/14 school year. The following year, about 1,300 high-schoolers will receive a laptop as part of the one-to-one initiative.
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Students thank Walmart for the support
Walmart has adopted Eugene Field Elementary School to support monetarily with various projects for about five years. On Tuesday, April 16, third graders submitted thank you letters to Walmart Store Manager Matt Looney and Shift Manager Holly George-Thomas.
[Above] Trenton Herrold of Eugene Field turns the thank you letter reading into a Q&A session with Looney, while classmate Angel Hayes, who said she would like to work at Walmart when you grows up, eagerly waits her turn.
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Students place at SEMO Math Field Day
CAPE GIRARDEAU, Mo. - Poplar Bluff High School seniors Drew Dye and Nathan Murray placed third in trigonometry and calculus, respectively, Tuesday, April 16, during Southeast Missouri State University's 35th annual Math Field Day at the Show Me Center in Cape Girardeau.
Among 29 area high schools to compete, a total of 23 students participated from the PBHS Math Department.
[Above, from right] PBHS participating seniors Lauren White, Nathan Murray, Park Smith, Drew Dye, Victoria Bottorff and Bakhtawar Mirza.
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McWilliams named Outstanding Citizen
JEFFERSON CITY, Mo. - The State Board of Education and The Missouri Bar has honored Austin McWilliams of Poplar Bluff High School as a recipient of the 2013 Outstanding Achievement in Citizenship Award.
Among 16 public high school seniors across the state, McWilliams, 18, was recognized on Tuesday, April 16, at a luncheon in Jefferson City where he was presented with a plaque recognizing him as a member of the American Bar Association Honor Roll for citizenship.
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Annual scholarships awarded
[Above] On Monday, April 15, Jennie Caswell, 18, was awarded the $1,200 Mary Lynn Wolpers Scholarship, which is designated for a Poplar Bluff High School senior, plus the $1,000 Poplar Bluff Public School Foundation Scholarship, designated for a PBHS graduate of past or present planning to become a teacher.
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[Below] Danielle Farmer, 17, was awarded the $1,000 Dr. Michael D. Laseter Memorial Scholarship, which is designated for a Poplar Bluff High School senior planning to major in the medical field.
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Thanks for honoring our teachers
The Greater Poplar Bluff Area Chamber of Commerce recognized our elementary, middle school and secondary grade level Teachers of the Year on Monday, April 15, during its annual TOY Banquet held at the 5th & 6th Grade Center.
Chamber President Steve Halter and Administrative Assistant Kristina McDaniel present kindergarten teacher Susannah Rahlmann [middle] with an award.
Halter presents 5th & 6th Grade Center speech pathologist Donna Baller with an award.
Halter presents PBHS communication arts instructor Kay Campbell with an award.
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Spring Carnival both fun and educational
The Poplar Bluff Fire Department set up its safety trailer outside of the Early Childhood Center on Saturday, April 13, during the Spring Carnival, to teach preschoolers about fire prevention. The annual carnival also featured face painting, games, a bounce house, book fair, silent auction and other entertainment.
[Above] Poplar Bluff city firefighter Josh Robison talks to children about the proper etiquette when dealing with fireplaces and candles.
[Below] Anden Moore, 5, approves of his new cobra tattoo upon inspection.
To view the entire Carnival album, go here and be sure to 'like' your favorite photos!
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Digital Transformation
Informational meetings about the 1:1 laptop initiative for parents of incoming seventh graders will be held at 5:30 p.m. and 7 at the Kay Porter Theater.
Spring Plant Sale
The Poplar Bluff High School Future Farmers of America are holding their Spring Plant Sale after school until 5 p.m. Wednesday, April 24, and Tuesday, April 30; from 8 a.m.-noon Saturday, May 4; and a last chance sale after school until 5 p.m. Monday, May 6, in the high school greenhouse. All proceeds go back into the Agriculture Department and FFA for future greenhouse crops and leadership opportunities.
For sales prices or for additional times, call agriculture instructor Charles Kinsey at 573-429-7307 or 573-785-6471, ext. 210.
Golf Tournament
The Poplar Bluff Public School Foundation is sponsoring its 14th annual four-person scramble golf classic at 1 p.m. Friday, May 3, at Ozark Ridge Golf Course. Lunch will be provided at noon.
Participants and hole sponsors are currently being sought for this fun and worthwhile event. The tournament will be limited to the first 20 teams to enter. All proceeds go toward the Foundation scholarship fund and other educational opportunities offered through the nonprofit organization. Donations are tax deductible.
To participate, please contact Superintendent Chris Hon at 573-785-7751 or email chon@pb.k12.mo.us.
Class of 2013
The Poplar Bluff High School graduation is slated to take place at 7 p.m. Thursday, May 9, in the Black River Coliseum.
Mule Prints
The premiere edition of our district magazine - a collaboration between our News Bureau and the Daily American Republic - hits newsstands May 10!
Early Childhood Screening
The Early Childhood Center is currently accepting screening appointments for May 10-14. To attend pre-school during the 2013/14 school year, children must be between 3-4 years old before July 31, 2013 and live within the R-I School District. Appointments may be made by calling 573-785-6803. Please have child's social security number ready.
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On Tuesday, April 16, the DAR reported about the Chamber's annual Teacher of the Year Banquet.
On Wednesday, April 17, KFVS12 ran a press release on its website about the unanimous approval of the digital transformation.
KFVS12 also ran a release about one of our high schoolers being selected to participate in the Scholars Academy.
The DAR continued its Teacher of the Year series with a feature about Donna Baller of 5 & 6.
Kait8 also recognized high school sophomore Madison Bulger for her achievement.
On Thursday, April 18, Kait8 ran a slideshow from our Early Childhood Center Spring Carnival.
The DAR published a photo spread from Eugene Field's "Lewis & Clark" play.
The DAR honored PBJHS Teacher of the Year Vic Clark.
KFVS12 aired a segment about our digital transformation from the students' perspective.
The SEMO Times reported about the school board incumbents being sworn in.
Fox Radio Network launched its new service, providing video of our monthly school board meetings.
On Friday, April 19, DESE recognized the state Citizenship Award winners.
The DAR reported about an amazing 5th & 6th Grade student raising funds for the Ronald McDonald House in St. Louis.
The DAR also recognized our top Missouri Gateway Readers.
On Saturday, April 20, KFVS12 recognized the Citizenship Award winners.
The ShowMe Times ran a release about our digital transformation.
On Sunday, April 21, the DAR picked its Teacher of the Year series back up with an article about Juli Schalk of Eugene Field.
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