ADAIR COUNTY R-II NEWSLETTER

December 1, 2004 Brashear, Missouri


BOARD ELECTION NEWS

 

There will be three open seats for the Board of Education election on April 5, 2005.  The incumbents are Doug Clarkson, Kenny Crandall, and Curtis Gordon.  Those elected will serve three-year terms.  The first day for candidates to file is Tuesday, December 14, 2004 at 8:00 a.m.  The last day for candidates to file will be Tuesday, January 18, 2005 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 may be required to file a financial interest statement and must 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 14 at 8:00 a.m.  The superintendent’s office will be closed December 23-30 and therefore will not be accepting candidates filing on those dates.  Regular business hours will resume on Monday, January 3.  On January 18, 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 9, 2005 to register to vote in the April general election.

 

AFTER PROM NEWS

 

After Prom has begun making plans for this years after prom activities.  The junior-senior prom will be held at the Journal Building located on South Elson Street in Kirksville on April 30, 2005.  After Prom will be held at Leisure World from 11:00 p.m. to 4:00 a.m.

 

Upcoming fundraising events include all home basketball games, winter concert, 3-on-3 basketball tournament, and the spring concert.  Juniors, seniors and their parents are asked to volunteer to work these events.  Please contact Carla Stewart at 323-5309 or Billie Linhart to sign up.

 

Be sure to watch the school’s Daily Bulletin for updates on future meetings and activities.

 

MUSIC NEWS

 

Congratulations to Christina Scudder, clarinetist for her selection into the 2004-2005 Northeast Missouri All-District Honorable Mention Band.  She traveled to Moberly to audition with over 600 students from over 40 high schools in the northeast section of the state.  As a member of a district band, she will rehearse with her group and perform in concert on Saturday, January 15, 2005 at Moberly High School.

 

The Brashear Music Department Christmas Program will take place on Monday,

December 20, at 7:00 p.m.  General Music Classes from grades K - 6, the Elementary and Junior/Senior High Bands and the Junior/Senior High Glee Club will present traditional holiday music from all corners of the globe.  The public is invited and encouraged to attend.

 

TEACHER HONORED

 

 Lisa Vansickle Fisher has been honored in this year’s edition of Who’s Who Among America’s Teachers®.  This is such a great honor because she has been chosen by a member of the community as the most influential educator within the school.  We are proud that a member of our teaching community has been recognized for educational excellence and we celebrate Mrs. Fisher’s achievements.

 

TIGER PRIDE PROGRAM

 

The Tiger Pride Before- and After-School Program provides a safe and caring environment for elementary students in grades K-6.  The purpose of the program is to foster academic and social growth in addition to providing a much-needed service to the district.

 

Volunteers and mentors are an integral part of this program.  We would enjoy any special hobbies or interests that you would like to share with these students.

 

Our program is open from 7:00 to 8:00 a.m. and 3:15 to 5:15 p.m.  You may contact Diane Bradley or Shelly Shipman for more information.

 

We are excited about the opportunities that this 21st Century Community Learning Center Tiger Pride Program provides for our students, families, and community.

 

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.

 

Adair County R-II School District

For Sale by Sealed Bid:

Surplus Property

 

The following items will be offered for sale by sealed bid.  Bids will be taken until 7:00 p.m. on Tuesday, December 21, 2004 at which time they will be opened in the regularly scheduled board meeting.  Those who submitted sealed bids will be able to raise bids on the day of opening.  Minimum of $1 increments on bid raise will be accepted.

 

    Bid

                        Table Saw

 

                        6 inch Jointer

 

                        Wood Lathe

 

                         Drill Press

 

Items may be seen by appointment any day Monday through Friday from 7 a.m. to 8 p.m.  Bids may be addressed to:

 

“SURPLUS PROPERTY”

Adair County R-II School

Diane Bradley, Superintendent

205 West Dewey Street

Brashear, MO 63533

 

THANK YOU

 

Mike Elam, Donald Thompson, and Rick and Denise Brown for their contributions to the FBLA Courtyard

 

Rick and Denise Brown for their donation of Wool Gathering: A Sheep Family Reunion in memory of Leroy Erwin

 

Phil Erwin, Stacy Erwin, and Mike Allen for their generous monetary donation to the library in memory of Leroy Erwin

 

BRASHEAR TIGER JACKETS

 

There has been an interest in reordering the Brashear Tiger jackets.  The cost of the jackets will be $38 for youth sizes and $40 for adult sizes with an additional $2 for XXL.  Larger sizes are available up to 6XL for an additional cost.  You may have your name embroidered on the right side for an additional $6.  See Mrs. Wolter for more information or an order form.

 

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/dept/super/reportcard2004.htm.  If you would like a copy of this report card, contact the district office at 323-5272.

 

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: yogurt, peanut butter and jelly sandwich, or salad bar (students in grades 7-12 only).

 

December 1-3

Wednesday: Waffle, syrup/Mozzarella sticks w/ marinara sauce, carrots & dip, fruit, pudding tart, milk

Thursday: Egg Mcmuffin/Chicken fingers, tri-tators, jello, brownie, milk

Friday: Cereal, toast/Beef ‘n bean burrito, lettuce, fruit, ice cream bar, milk

 

December 6-10

Monday: French toast sticks, syrup/Popcorn chicken, broccoli w/ cheese sauce, fruit, pudding, milk

Tuesday: Sausage patty, toast/Hamburger on bun, cheese slice, french fries, fruit, no bake cookie, milk

Wednesday: Blueberry muffin, fruit cup/Chili or vegetable soup, cheese slice, veggies & dip, cake, milk

Thursday: Bacon, hash brown patty/Ham, scalloped potatoes, spinach, apple crisp, milk

Friday: Omelet, toast/Pizza sandwich, corn, peaches, ice cream, milk

 

December 13-17

Monday: Donut/Beef stew, biscuit, peaches, dessert, milk

Tuesday: Bagel/Nachos, lettuce, fruit, cookie, milk

Wednesday: Biscuit & gravy/BBQ chicken, tater tots, green beans, fruit, milk

Thursday: Breakfast burrito/Tenderloin on bun, chips, california blend w/ cheese, pumpkin bar, milk

Friday: Cereal, toast/Corn dog, french fries, fruit, rice krispie treat, milk

 

December 20-22

Monday: Breakfast bites/Roast beef, mashed potatoes & gravy, green beans, peach cobbler, milk

Tuesday: Scrambled eggs, toast/Tater tot casserole, peas, strawberries, cookie, milk

Wednesday: Cinnamon roll/Hot dog on bun, chips, baked beans, ice cream, milk

 

 

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Nov. 29-Dec. 4

Novinger Tournament

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TBA

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Elementary November Awards Assembly

Here

3:00 p.m.

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Varsity Basketball w/ Linn County

Here

6:00 p.m.

9

Girl Scouts Meeting in Cafeteria

Here

6:30 p.m.

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Varsity Basketball w/ Novinger

Here

6:00 p.m.

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Busy Bees Christmas Party

Here

9:00-11:00 a.m.

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Girl Scouts Meeting in Cafeteria

Here

6:30 p.m.

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Varsity Basketball w/ LaPlata

There

6:00 p.m.

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Varsity Basketball w/ Milan

Here

6:00 p.m.

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NHS Service Field Trip to Chariton Valley

 

 

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Christmas Dance

Here

8:00-11:00 p.m.

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Christmas Program

Here

7:00 p.m.

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Elementary Awards Assembly

Here

12:30 p.m.

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Early Dismissal

 

12:45 p.m.

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NO SCHOOL - Christmas Vacation

 

 

 

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