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Kitchen workers get ServSafe certified
Nineteen kitchen managers, cooks and leads from Poplar Bluff Schools, along with two Chartwells district managers, received their ServSafe certification on Saturday, Jan. 30, in the Administrative Building.
Training specialist Trent Cook, the owner of Restaurant Training Solutions in O'Fallon, taught the all-day course. Administered by the National Restaurant Association, ServSafe is the country's leading food safety training program, according to Bruce Norman, Chartwells regional vice president.
Above: Instructor Trent Cook reviews cooking temperatures with kitchen workers before administering an hour and a half-long test that all participants passed.
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Eighth grade science students visited elementary schools on Friday, Jan. 29, to read their original books about the states of matter to the younger classes.
The children's books had to be at least 10 pages long with illustrations, and include four examples of how matter changes state, according to science department chair Jenn Nicolini. The thirty students who carried out readings were chosen by their peers based on their creative writing abilities.
In addition to reading to students at Eugene Field, Lake Road, Oak Grove and O'Neal elementaries, Sacred Heart School was included in the book tour.
Above: Emma Steffan reads her book, "Rapunzel and her Frozen Yogurt," to Carla Letassy's kindergartners at Sacred Heart.
Below: Megan Webb displays an illustration from her book, "Kevin the Tiger," to Sacred Heart first graders in Teresa Kaup's class.
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A celebration of the letter 'D'
The Kindergarten Center held its annual Donuts for Dads and Dudes event on Friday, Jan. 29, during which students treated their fathers to a snack.
For dads who were unable to participate during the workday, Bright Futures arranged for volunteers from the Sears Youth Center, Kiwanis Club, pastoral community and R-I administration to visit with kindergartners, some of whom were also dressed up for Career Day.
Above: Chamber Citizen of the Year Steve Whitworth shares a treat and a laugh with kindergartner Carmen Miles.
Below: Special career day guest, Ptlm. Andy Cleaveland, demonstrates the body cameras that Poplar Bluff Police began wearing one year ago.
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December Athletes of the Month named
The Mules Booster Club named Poplar Bluff High School wrestler Josh Lewis and swimmer Taylor Norwood the December Athletes of the Month.
Sophomore Norwood, an all-state swimmer, has performed several state cuts and holds multiple school and meet records. In addition to being an exceptional athlete, she is an incredibly "smart kid," maintaining an 11.143 weighted GPA, according to her coach Elizabeth Lewis-Muse.
Josh Lewis, a junior, is 15:3 so far this wrestling season, and was heavyweight champion during the Tiger Classic in December at Cape Central. According to assistant coach Jason Smothers, younger wrestlers look up to Lewis.
Above: Presenting the plaques to Taylor Norwood and Josh Lewis on Wednesday, Jan. 27, is Booster Club president Jason Smothers (right).
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Bonus: A picture is worth 1,000 shares
Early Childhood Center teacher Lori Bell recently had a Martin Luther King Day post go viral via Facebook. Read the behind-the-photograph below:
"During calendar time on Tuesday, Jan. 19, our class had a discussion on why we were not in school the day before. We read a picture book about Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. The book talked about the things Dr. King enjoyed doing as a kid - football, basketball, singing. It discussed that one day some of his friends were not allowed to play with him any more because he was black. We had a discussion on how that would make them feel and if that was the right way to treat others.
"The book went on to discuss the protests that King led in the '60s and how he wanted them to remain peaceful. We talked about the difference between the peaceful protests and some they may have seen on TV more recently. The students were really quiet and interested in the story. Some of the students talked about how sad it would be if they couldn't play with their friends or go to the same parks, schools or restaurants. They were surprised when I told them that Dr. King died the same month and year that I was born - a really long time ago!
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AAG Trivia Night
The 15th annual Trivia Night for the Academic Assistance Group has been rescheduled for 6 p.m. Friday, Feb. 5, in the Middle School. To participate, contact counselor Tina Wilkins by calling 573-785-6471. The nonprofit is an academic booster club that funds educational opportunities for PBHS students.
KinderMules
Kindergarten enrollment for the 2016/17 school year will take place from 9 a.m.-7 p.m. Monday, Feb. 8, and 9 a.m.-3 p.m. Tuesday through Thursday, Feb. 9-11, at the 1200 Camp Road school location. No appointment necessary. Student must be 5 years old before Aug. 1. Click here for an enrollment form.
The Poplar Bluff Early Childhood Center is scheduling screenings for the 2016/17 school year on Thursday, Feb. 11. To book an appointment, contact Sandy Case at 573-785-6803. Please have your child's social security number when calling. Child must be 3 years of age but not older than 5 before July 31, 2016.
Dodgeball
The Poplar Bluff Middle School will host a dodgeball tournament for contestants ages 13 and up on Saturday, Feb. 27. Registration is $5 per participant with all proceeds benefitting St. Jude Children's Research Hospital. Click here for a registration form.
Nursing Applicants
The Poplar Bluff Technical Career Center is accepting applications for the practical nursing program slated to begin in July. Click here for more information.
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On Tuesday, Jan. 19, the DAR reported about the Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Celebration at Wheatley School featuring a panel of seven R-I students. In attendance to offer their support was board member Dr. Cynthia Brown and Superintendent Chris Hon.
On Wednesday, Jan. 20, the DAR reported about the second annual Tech Camp.
The DAR also promoted the Academic Assistance Group's trivia night fundraiser.
On Thursday, Jan. 21, the DAR reported about a major alumni reunion being organized by Ron Woods of the Class of 1968.
On Sunday, Jan. 24, KFVS12 also reported about Tech Camp.
On Friday, Jan. 29, the DAR reported about Poplar Bluff Schools' annual Math-A-Thon fundraiser for St. Jude.
The DAR also recognized Bluff Powersports for donating the proceeds of a recent promotion to Bright Futures.
On Sunday, Jan. 31, KWOC published Lake Road and Oak Grove's February newsletters.
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