ADAIR COUNTY R-II NEWSLETTER
JANUARY 1, 2003 Brashear, MO

 

RESULTS OF ANNUAL PERFORMANCE REPORT

 

The Annual Performance Report (APR) shows the district’s status on the Missouri School Improvement Program (MSIP) Performance Standards.  For all districts, the APR is intended to serve as an annual status report on the MSIP Performance Standards and as a planning tool for improvement efforts.  The report is intended to further assist districts as they refine improvement plans for all students. 

 

The APR allows us to know where we are in the “eyes” of the state department and it provides us with insight on the direction we need to take for the future.

The report measures the district in each of the following twelve categories.  Each of the 12 Performance Measures for K-12 districts will be designated either “Met” or “Not Met” according to the published Scoring Guide for that school year. 

 

MAP Index Grade 3-5

Met

MAP Index Grade 6-8

Met

MAP Index Grade 9-11

Not Met

Reading Index Grade 3

Met

Reading Index Grade 7

Met

ACT

Met

Advanced Courses

Met

Vocational Courses

Met

College Placement

Met

Vocational Placement

Met

Dropout Rate

Met

Attendance Rate

Met

 

11 out of 12 categories were met with 91 points out of 100 possible points scored.  Accreditation standards, through the state department, require a minimum of 66 points out of 100 possible points. 

 

This becomes very important to our district this year, as we will be going through the Third-Cycle MSIP Review in February.  Through the points earned on the APR, we have 91 of the 106 points required for accreditation.  That means that we must earn 15 points out of 49 possible points during the on-site review.  Of course, we are hoping to earn most of those 49 points. 

 

We currently are performing at an outstanding level thanks to the dedication of parents, students, and staff.  I look forward to continued success and praise your combined efforts that led us to this truly remarkable accomplishment.

 

 

AMERICAN RED CROSS BLOOD DRIVE

 

A blood drive will be held on Thursday, January 16 from 2:30 to 5:30 p.m. in the cafeteria.  All donors will receive a T-shirt.

 

CONSTRUCTION UPDATE

 

Construction is progressing on schedule and the concrete floor slabs have been poured for all of the classrooms with the exception of the multipurpose room.  Structural steel erection is continuing to proceed and we expect to be ready to install bar joists and metal roof decking in the near future.

 

You can view the progress at: http://brashear.k12.mo.us/newel/index.htm

 

MUSIC NEWS

 

Congratulations to Andrea Reeves - flute, Amanda Mills - clarinet, Christina Scudder - clarinet, Amanda Powell - bass clarinet, Bridget Clarkson - alto saxophone, and David Anderson - trumpet on their selection to the Northeast Missouri District Junior High Honorable Mention Band.  They will audition for chair placement and rehearse in sectionals on Saturday, January 11 in Centralia, and then rehearse and perform in concert at Centralia High School on Saturday, February 15 at 5:00 pm.

 

SPORTSMANSHIP/CITIZENSHIP

 

The following excerpt was taken from the article Sportsmanship - We All Have A Responsibility by George Blase, Missouri State High School Activities Association Assistant Executive Director.

 

What is sportsmanship?


1) Sportsmanship is a demonstration of generosity and genuine concern for others. It is a concrete measure of the understanding and commitment to fair play, ethical behavior and integrity.


2) Sportsmanship is a blending of cheers for “your team” and applause for the “opponents,” observing the letter and spirit of the rules, and showing consideration for others.


3) Sportsmanship is the “golden rule” of athletics – treating others as you wish to be treated.


4) Sportsmanship is respect. Respect for others and yourself.

Everyone associated with an athletic event – coaches, athletics, officials, cheerleaders, spectators and school administration – play an important role in seeing that standards of sportsmanship are upheld before, during, and after a contest is played.


What are some behavior guidelines?


Examples of

Acceptable Behavior:
1) Applause during introduction of athletes, coaches and officials.


2) Athletes shaking hands with opponent who fouls out while both sets of fans recognized athlete’s performance with applause.


3) Accept all decisions of officials.


4) Cheerleaders lead fans in positive yells in positive manner.

 

5) Handshakes between participants and coaches at end of contest, regardless of outcome.


6) Treat competition as a game, not a war.


7) Coaches/athletes search out opposing participants to recognize them for outstanding performance or coaching.


8) Applause at end of contest for performances of all participants.


9) Everyone showing concern for an injured athlete, regardless of team.


10) Encourage surrounding people to display only sportsmanlike conduct.


Examples of

Unacceptable Behavior:
1) Disrespectful or derogatory yells, chants, songs or gestures.


2) Turning backs or holding up newspapers while teams are being introduced, or when teams, cheerleaders or drill teams are performing.


3) Booing or heckling an official’s decision.


4) Criticizing officials in any way; displays of temper with an official’s call.


5) Yells that antagonize opponents.


6) Refusing to shake hands or give recognition for good performances.

 

7) Blaming loss of game on officials, coaches or athletes.


8) Laughing or name-calling to distract an opponent.


9) Use of profanity or displays of anger that draw attention away from the game.


10) Doing own yells instead of following lead of cheerleaders.


11) Wearing extreme or unusual clothing or excessive face or body painting which detracts from the action on the playing court or field.


Interscholastic athletics are indeed an important part of our schools and each school community. It is vital that the enthusiasm generated by these activities be kept in proper perspective. MSHSAA By-Laws hold a school responsible for the conduct of its players, students, coaches, and fans at all athletic contests both at home and away.

 

“The late Vince Lombardi, former great coach of the Green Bay Packers, was famous for his statement, ‘Winning isn’t the most important thing; it’s the only thing!’ Shortly before he died, he looked back at this quote and said, ‘I wish I’d never said it. I meant the effort. I sure didn’t mean for people to crush human values and morality.’”

Allison Clark

Caruthersville Middle School

 

BREAKFAST/LUNCH MENU

 

Breakfast each day includes milk and juice.  The following items are offered daily for students to choose from in lieu of the main entrée: salad bar, yogurt or peanut butter and jelly sandwich.

 

January 6-10

Monday: Cereal w/ toast/Mozzarella sticks w/ marinara sauce, green beans, applesauce, rocky road cookie, milk

Tuesday: Breakfast bites w/ syrup/Mr. Ribb, tater tots, slaw, strawberries, milk

Wednesday: Egg mcmuffin/Beef and bean burrito, spanish rice, peaches, ice cream cup, milk

Thursday: Blueberry muffin/Chicken patty, broccoli w/ cheese sauce, pears, chocolate brownie, milk

Friday: Breakfast pizza/Pizza, corn, banana, rice krispie treat, milk

 

January 13-17

Monday: Cereal w/ toast/Turkey & noodles, peas, fruit cocktail, pumpkin bars, milk

Tuesday: Breakfast bites w/ syrup/Fish, macaroni & cheese, apple, peanut butter cookie, milk

Wednesday: Egg mcmuffin/Hot dog on bun, potato salad, peaches, no bake cookie, milk

Thursday: Blueberry muffin/Chicken chop suey, chow mein noodles, corn, apple crisp, milk

Friday: Breakfast pizza/Chili or potato soup w/ crackers, cheese slice, broccoli & cauliflower, banana, milk

 

January 20-24

Monday: Cereal w/ toast/Nachos, green beans, oranges, chocolate chip cookie, milk

Tuesday: Breakfast bites w/ syrup/Stir fry, rice, peaches, rice krispie treat, milk

Wednesday: Egg mcmuffin/Pizza dipper w/ marinara sauce, corn, applesauce, pineapple upside down cake, milk

Thursday: Blueberry muffin/Hamburger, french fries, pears, ice cream sandwich, milk

Friday: Breakfast pizza/Corn dog, broccoli w/ cheese sauce, fruit cocktail, pudding cup, milk

 

January 27-31

Monday: Cereal w/ toast/Bologna & cheese sandwich, chicken noodle soup, pineapple, sugar cookie, milk

Tuesday: Breakfast bites w/ syrup/Taco, refried beans, lettuce & cheese, banana, milk

Wednesday: Egg mcmuffin/Chicken nuggets, green beans, peaches, chocolate brownie, milk

Thursday: Blueberry muffin/Beef stew, white beans, fruit salad, corn bread, milk

Friday: Breakfast pizza/Baked potato, corn, applesauce, peanut butter cookie, milk

 

 

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1-3

Christmas Break—No School

 

 

2

Vo-tech Classes Resume

 

 

3

Varsity Basketball w/ Linn County

Here

6:00

6

Classes Resume

 

 

9

Second Quarter Ends

 

 

10

Clerical Job Shadow Day

 

 

10

Varsity Basketball w/ Schuyler R-I

Here

6:00

11

NEMO Junior High Honorable Mention Band Audition & Rehearsal at Centralia

There

9 to 4

13

Varsity Basketball w/ Moulton-Udell

There

6:00

16

American Red Cross Blood Drive in Cafeteria

Here

2:30-5:30

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Varsity Basketball w/ Bevier

There

6:00

20-25

North Shelby Varsity Basketball Tournament

There

TBA

20

No School/Snow Day #1

 

 

21

10th Grade ASVAB

 

 

28

Varsity Basketball w/ Green City

Here

6:00

31

Varsity Basketball w/ Canton

There

6:00

 

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