Cape public schools receive ‘What Parents Want' award
(05/18/12)
Cape Girardeau public schools are among 29 school systems in Missouri that will receive an award based on a nationwide survey of parents conducted this year. The 2012 "What Parents Want Award" comes from SchoolMatch, an independent school selection consulting firm which provides information to corporations, real estate firms and economic development offices to help families find schools for their children, according to a news release issued Wednesday by the Missouri Department of Elementary and Secondary Education.. ...
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School news
Read to Succeed to expand in Cape schools this fall
(05/18/12)
One way or the other, a volunteer-run reading improvement program will expand to more of Cape Girardeau's elementary schools this fall, according to coordinators. Read to Succeed has helped kindergarten and first-grade students at Blanchard and Alma Schrader elementary schools raise their grade-level reading skills by using one-on-one sessions four times per week with volunteer tutors. ...
neXt up 5/17/12
(05/17/12)
FRIDAY "Battleship," rated PG-13 @Cape West 14 Cine "Chernobyl Diaries," rated R @Cape West 14 Cine at midnight May 24 "Men in Black 3," rated PG13 @Cape West 14 Cine at midnight May 24 "What to expect when you're expecting," rated PG-13 @Cape West 14 Cine...
Hooked on Science: Extract DNA
(05/17/12)
Ever wonder what your own DNA looks like without a microscope? You can use a few materials from around the house to safely extract your own DNA. STEP 2: Spit the Gatorade into a small cup. Add a teaspoon of salt and two teaspoons of dishwashing liquid. Stir gently to avoid making bubbles... Higher education news 
SEMO releases penalties for participants in hazing incident
(05/17/12)
Southeast Missouri State University has punished eight members of the football team involved in an April 13 hazing incident. According to a university news release, the students will receive a range of penalties after going through the university's judicial review process. ... 
SEMO projects on track and on budget, officials say
(05/17/12)
Seen from afar, the green dome of Academic Hall at Southeast Missouri State University is a recognizable feature to many. But with campuswide renovations this summer, a copper-colored glow will soon return. The 106-year-old building is in the midst of a $21 million upgrade that will replace its top with new copper, in addition to an interior overhaul that aims to preserve its historical features while making student services operations more convenient and accessible... 
SEMO students concerned about effect of new limits on parking
(05/15/12)
As homeowners in an area near the Southeast Missouri State University campus push to implement a parking license system in their neighborhood, university students and some officials are expressing concerns about what effect new parking limitations could have... 
Southeast graduates record number of students
(05/13/12)
Students in Southeast Missouri State's first graduating class of 2012 entered the post-college world Saturday while setting several records for the university. More than 1,100 students accepted congratulations from Missouri's governor as they crossed the stage, and later from their families and friends at a packed Show Me Center... 
SEMO regents approve tuition increase
(05/13/12)
Southeast Missouri State University students returning in the fall will face a higher tuition bill for a second straight year. Recognizing achievement 
We want your photos and stories of achievement in local schools, in the classroom and on the field.
If you're an educator who wants to show off classroom accomplishments, a coach who wants to spotlight your student athletes, or an administrator who wants to recognize faculty and staff for a job well done, click on the link below.
Your school stories: awards and recognition  Parker Brown, a 4th grader at Fredericktown Intermediate School has taken a hobby and turned it into a full-fledged business. Several months ago Parker started making survival type bracelets and other items and giving them...
CHS math students garner many awards
(05/19/12)
Cape Central High School students earned numerous individual and team first, second and third-place awards during the Math Field Day competition at Southeast Missouri State University in April. In the individual events, out of 25 schools and 575 students, Central students brought home 9 out of a possible 44 awards. In the team events, Central students brought home 4 out of 7 possible awards... 
Banquet honors Cape Central outstanding athletes
(05/19/12)
More than 300 athletes, parents and boosters were in attendance for the annual Cape Central High School Athletic Banquet, May 3, at the Plaza by Ray's. Sponsored by the Cape Central All Sports Booster Club, the annual event honored the year's outstanding athletes. ... 
Aaron Mehner qualifies for national competition
(05/19/12)
Cape Central High School Sophomore Aaron Mehner, center, qualified for national competition in Business Math at the recent Business Leaders of America (FBLA) Leadership Conference last month in Columbia, Missouri, and will compete in San Antonio, Texas, at the National Conference in June... 
Central Junior High receives Civil War DVDs
(05/19/12)
A remarkable and sad period of American history, the Civil War, is the subject of Hollywood movies, novels, history books, and now, thanks to the efforts of the Civil War Round Table of Cape Girardeau, it will be enhanced in the social studies curriculum at Cape Central Junior High School (CJHS). ... 
Fuller Receives Outstanding Youth Award
(05/19/12)
Anna Fuller, a GED graduate of the Cape Girardeau Public Schools Adult Education and Literacy program and the Cape Career and Technology Center CNA program, has been awarded the Southeast Missouri Region Division of Workforce Development Outstanding Youth Individual Achievement Award. To be eligible for this award the recipient must have been successful in reaching her employment or educational goals while overcoming significant obstacles... 
Notre Dame Scholar Bowl Team Places Third at State
(05/15/12)
The Notre Dame Scholar Bowl Team placed Third in the Class 3 Missouri State Tournament in Columbia on May 5, 2012. The Team defeated Fredericktown in the Sectional Match to advance to state. The Team won the District Tournament over New Madrid. In winning the District Tournament, the Team set an all time Notre Dame scoring record, earning over 700 points in one game. ... 
Meinhardt, Buchheit to lead PHS Class of 2012
(05/14/12)
Ashley Meinhardt is the valedictorian and Abigail Buchheit is the salutatorian of the Perryville High School Class of 2012. The 2012 PHS Commencement will begin at 8 pm Friday, May 18 at Perry Park Center. Ashley is the daughter of John and Pat Meinhardt of Perryville and sister of Teresa Denninger and Jonathan Meinhardt. Her grandpare nts are Harold and Pat Heaps, John and Tana Meinhart, and Carolyn Meinhardt... 
Baskin to speak at Perryville graduation
(05/14/12)
Perryville High School's senior class has chosen a favorite teacher to deliver the 2012 commencement address during graduation ceremonies May 18. Timothy Baskin, who is a communication arts instructor and yearbook advisor at the high school, will speak...
Doctoral Graduation
(05/14/12)
Dustin Michael, a Cape Central and Southeast University graduate and the son of Victoria Michael of Cape, graduated May 12 from the University of Missouri in Columbia with his wife Neesha Navare, daughter of Dr. Chris and Connie Navare of Hilton Head, SC. ... 
Jackson FBLA Holds Honors Banquet
(05/08/12)
The Jackson chapter of the Future Business Leaders of America Phi-Beta Lambda held their annual spring banquet at the KC Hall on May 3, 2012. The banquet included dinner, awards, installation of new officers, and a recap of another successful year in FBLA... 
Tony E. and Viola Statler Scholarship Awarded
(05/08/12)
On May 3, 2012, Myriah Miller, daughter of Tommy and Sonya Miller and granddaughter of Gene and Faye Thompson, of Scott City was selected to receive the Tony E. and Viola Statler scholarship for the 2012-2013 school year. This award is for $3,500.00 and is based on a full-time enrollment, each semester, with satisfactory academic progress. ... 
District 32 celebrating Teacher Appreciation Week
(05/07/12)
Tuesday, May 8, 2012, is National Teacher Day. Thank a teacher for making public schools great! Teachers in Perryville and in communities across the nation will be in the spotlight on National Teacher Day, as students, parents, school administrators and the community all learn how teachers are making great public schools for every student...
SEMO Students Create Exhibit on Local History
(04/27/12)
Under the direction of Dr. Eric Clements, Professor of History at Southeast Missouri State University, graduate and undergraduate students are designing and installing exhibits on Cape Girardeau's history at the Cape River Heritage Museum, 538 Independence. ... 
JACKSON HIGH SCHOOL MAKES STRONG SHOWING AT STATE
(04/25/12)
A delegation of 33 members and 3 advisors from the Jackson chapter of Future Business Leaders of America attended the State Leadership Conference in Columbia, Missouri, April 22-24, 2012. Chapter members participated in various competitive events, leadership workshops, observed performance events, and attended a keynote session with speaker Amy Larimore... 
Jasmine makes a difference
(04/19/12)
When Jasmine French, a fourth grader at Perryville Elementary School, learned that a school mate is battling leukemia, she wanted to help in some way. She created bows, purses, wallets and bouquets from printed duct tape and sold them to raise money for Haley Fulmer, a third grade student at PES. ... 
Film festival is May 3 in Perryville
(04/19/12)
Film festival to showcase media class films, raise money for student with cancer Think of it as the "Sundance of Perryville." The digital media students at Perryville Area Career and Technology Center invite the community to attend the first Perryville Film Festival on May 3. The event begins at 7 pm at Perry Park Center Theater and will feature documentaries, short film and a sample of commercial work created by the students... 
Building trades class donates to Camp Hope
(04/19/12)
Students from the building trades class at Perryville Area Career and Technology Center took a special field trip Saturday to a place that brings hope to combat-wounded military men and women. The students went to Camp Hope in Farmington, where they donated 6 outdoor tables, 36 benches and a dining table for the main lodge, which was dedicated during a special April 14 ceremony... 
Delta Students Place First at State Science Fair
(04/18/12)
Lydia Reitzel and Jamie Hodge competed at the Missouri Junior Academy of Science competition held on the campus of the University of Missouri on April 13, 2012. Reitzel and Hodge were awarded a "Highly Superior" purple ribbon at the Southeast Missouri Junior Academy of Science competition on March 6, 2012 at Southeast Missouri State University to make them eligible to compete at the state level. ... 
Oak Ridge Students Qualify for State Band Contest
(04/13/12)
Six Students from Oak Ridge High School Band have qualified at the District Music Festival in Cape for the State Festival on April 28th at Mizzou. The following from L to R are: McKenzie Elam, Jordyn Aden, Joey Jaster, Marissa Schamburg, Grace Fox, and Taylor Bock. ... |
Oran vs. Cooter baseball
 Oran defeated Cooter 6-3 Monday, May 21, 2012 during their Class 1 sectional game in Oran. Education stories from AP
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