ADAIR COUNTY R-II NEWSLETTER

December 1, 2003 Brashear, Missouri

 

BOARD ELECTION NEWS

 

There will be two open seats for the Board of Education election on April 6, 2004.  The incumbents are Brent Hettinger and Brenda Kelsey.  Those elected will serve three-year terms.  The first day for candidates to file is Tuesday, December 16, 2003 at 8:00 a.m.  The last day for candidates to file will be Tuesday, January 20, 2004 at 5:00 p.m.

 

A candidate must be a U.S. citizen, a resident taxpayer of the Adair County R-II School District, have resided in the state of Missouri for at least one year preceding the election, and be at least 24 years of age.

 

Candidates must file a campaign expenditure affidavit and agree to obtain 16 hours of credit in school boardmanship within 12 months of the election.

Interested candidates may pick up filing materials in the Superintendent’s office beginning on Tuesday, December 16 at 8:00 a.m.  The superintendent’s office will be closed December 22, 2003 through January 2, 2004, and therefore will not be accepting candidates filing on those dates.  Regular business hours will resume on Monday, January 5.  On January 20, the office will remain open until 5:00 p.m. for filing purposes.  Questions?  Call the Superintendent’s office at 323-5272 during regular business hours.

 

Citizens have until Wednesday, March 10, 2004 to register to vote in the April general election.

 

LIBRARY DONATIONS

 

We would like to thank Tara Kamman for her generous discount on our World Almanac order.  Due to her generosity we were able to purchase more books for the library.

 

The library is open to the public Monday through Friday during school hours and at other times through special arrangements.  We invite you to come in and browse our stacks.

 

Books make a lasting tribute to the memory of our loved ones.  If there is someone that you would like to memorialize in this way, please contact Denise Brown, Library Media Specialist at 323-5272 ext. 39.

 

ADVANCED EARNED INCOME TAX CREDIT

 

Parents, do you expect to qualify for the Earned Income Tax Credit (EITC) this year? It can reduce the tax you pay when you file your federal income tax return.

But you may not have to wait till tax time. If you qualify for Advance EITC, your employer can add advance payments to your take-home pay, every payday. That could help ease the burden of meeting day-to-day expenses.

Find out if you qualify for Advance EITC. Ask your employer for Form W-5, Earned Income Credit Advance Payment Certificate. If you qualify, return the completed form to your employer. Any questions? Call 1-800-829-3676 for free IRS Publication 596, Earned Income Credit. Or visit the IRS Web site at www.irs.gov.

 

DISTRICT REPORT CARD AVAILABLE

 

School districts shall prepare and publish, prior to December 1 of each school year, a school accountability report card for each attendance center in the district.  These reports shall be made available to all district patrons and to every household with a student enrolled in the district. 

 

The district report card is now available at: http://brashear.k12.mo.us/report.htm.  If you would like a copy of this report card, contact the district office at 323-5272.

 

INCLEMENT WEATHER

 

As the winter season approaches, we are reminding parents and students to listen to the local media stations to check on “early dismissals” and/or “no school” bulletins.  This information will be given to KTVO television, KHQA television, WGEM television, KIRX radio, KTUF radio, KRXL radio, KRES radio of Moberly, KMEM radio of Memphis, and KZBK radio of Brookfield.  These stations will present dismissal information as soon as decisions have been made.  Please do not call the school.

 

FOURTH GRADE MISSOURI HISTORY FIELD TRIP

 

Fourth grade students recently traveled to St. Joseph, Missouri, for hands-on learning about some important people and events in our state's history.

 

Students participated in a scavenger hunt at Patee House Museum, a National Historic Landmark.  A player piano serenaded all who enjoyed Sassafras in the renovated Buffalo Saloon.

 

Among many exhibits were the Lewis and Clark Expedition, old trains, and 18th century storefronts.  The Pony Express Museum took students back in time through a 70 foot, three dimensional diorama.  It recreated the riders and their 2,000 mile trek to California to deliver the mail.

 

The class also enjoyed the Jesse James Museum and Doll Museum, where dolls and toys ranged from 1840's covered wagons to present-day dolls and miniatures.

 

Mrs. Stephens and Mrs. Whitlow wish to say a big "Thank You" to parents who helped to sponsor the trip and/or allowed their children to go.

 

FROM THE COUNSELOR

 

7 Habits of Highly Responsible Students

                        1. They set goals.

                        2. They plan their time.

                        3. They study every day.

                        4. They take notes in class.

                        5. They have the tools they need.

                        6. They keep their commitments.

                        7. They get ready ahead of time.

 

Experts say that if we repeat an action every day for just 21 days, it is likely to become automatic.  So, for the next 21 days, encourage your kids to act on the habits of responsible students.  They'll soon find they do them without even thinking.  And, they'll be more responsible-and more successful—in school as well!  [Taken from The Parent Institute's Quick Tips]

 

Have a great holiday season! 

 

                                                                                                Mrs. Grissom

 

CRANK IT UP! COMMUNITY METHAPHETAMINE PREVENTION, A COLLABORATIVE STATEWIDE PREVENTION EFFORT

 

A coalition of law enforcement, businesses, schools, and community leaders has been formed to help in the extermination of meth in Northeast Missouri. At the first meeting, everyone was asked to get information to the public that can help in this task. We have put together some information for the public on meth and the manufacture of meth. Please help local law enforcement make Missouri a safe place for our children to live. At this time, more meth is manufactured in the state of Missouri than any other state and the public has to help if we are to reduce or eliminate this problem.

 

What is Methamphetamine?

·            Meth is a synthetic nervous system stimulant

·            It can produce a high lasting anywhere from 2 to 16 hours

·            Meth is highly addictive and can produce severe withdrawal symptoms

·            98% of users become addicted after the second use

 

Signs of Meth Usage

·            Euphoria

·            Hyperactivity

·            Relaxed inhibitions

·            Misrepresentation of time and distance

·            Inability to concentrate

·            Restlessness/agitation

·            Tendency to compulsively clean and groom

·            Talkativeness

·            Teeth Grinding

·            Dilated pupils – slow to react

·            Repetitively disassemble and sort objects

·            Rigid muscle tone

·            Unable to divide attention

 

Ingredients Used To Make Meth

·            Ephedrine or Pseudoephedrine

·            Rock Salt

·            Rubbing Alcohol

·            Acetone

·            Paint thinner

·            Aluminum foil

·            Lithium batteries

·            Anhydrous Ammonia

·            Glass Bottles

·            Camping fuel

·            Starting fluid (ether)

 

How to Spot a Meth Lab

·            Unusual, strong odors

·            Unusual number of chemical containers

·            Presence of bottles or jugs

·            Windows blacked out or covered

·            People smoking outside

·            Secretive and protective of area

·            Lots of traffic, especially at night

·            Exhaust fans

 

How to Report a Lab

            Record as much information as possible including:

·            Times that odor is strongest

·            When traffic is heaviest

·            Vehicle description and tag numbers

·            Description of occupants

·            Details that led to belief that location is a lab

 

Don’t put yourself at risk! Contact law enforcement authorities!

 

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.

 

December 1-5

Monday: Donut/Corn dog, tater rounds, corn, rice krispie treat, milk

Tuesday: Biscuit & gravy/Mr. Ribb, baked potato, peas, jello, milk

Wednesday: Scrambled eggs, toast/Chili or vegetable soup, cheese slice, peaches, sugar cookie, milk

Thursday: Bacon, toast/Hamburger on bun, french fries, fruit cocktail, cake, milk

Friday: Pancake w/ syrup/Beef and bean burrito, lettuce, applesauce, ice cream, milk

 

December 8-12

Monday: Breakfast bites/Chicken patty, broccoli w/ cheese sauce, fruit, cookie, milk

Tuesday: Ham, biscuit/Mozzarella sticks w/ marinara sauce, peas, strawberries, jello cake, milk

Wednesday: Breakfast casserole/Nachos, lettuce, fruit, ice cream, milk

Thursday: Blueberry muffin/Sloppy joe on bun, cottage cheese, peaches, brownie, milk

Friday: Waffle w/ syrup/Pizza, corn, carrots & dip, cookie, milk

 

December 15-19

Monday: French toast sticks w/ syrup/Beef stew, white beans, cornbread, apple crisp, milk

Tuesday: Sausage, toast/Hot dog on bun, chili/cheese sauce, mandarin oranges, cake, milk

Wednesday: Breakfast pizza/Tacos, refried beans, lettuce/cheese, sugar cookie, milk

Thursday: Cinnamon roll/Turkey, mashed potatoes & gravy, hot rolls, green beans, peaches, milk

Friday: Cooks’ choice/Tenderloin, chips, applesauce, cookie, milk

 

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1-6

Novinger Tournament

There

TBA

8

Busy Bees

Here

9:00-11:00 a.m.

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Varsity Basketball w/ Linn County

There

6:00 p.m.

11

PTS Meeting/Christmas Program

Here

7:00 p.m.

12

Varsity Basketball w/ Novinger

There

6:00 p.m.

15

Busy Bees Christmas Party

Here

9:00-11:00 a.m.

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Salt River 4-H Meeting in Cafeteria

 

7:00 p.m.

16

Varsity Basketball w/ LaPlata

Here

6:00 p.m.

18

Health Fair

Here

12:35-3:10 p.m.

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Varsity Basketball w/ Milan

There

6:00 p.m.

19

Elementary Awards Assembly

Here

1:30 p.m.

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K-6 Christmas Parties

Here

2:00-3:00 p.m.

19

Christmas Dance

Here

8:00-11:00 p.m.

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NO SCHOOL—Christmas Break

 

 

 

Best Wishes for a Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year!

 

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