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Middle School students present Annie
Pleasant Hill Middle School students performed Annie, the Broadway Musical based on the Little Orphan Annie, on March 4 – 6 at the Performing Arts Center.
The very talented cast of young performers included Jamie Jones, Kami Lamar, Rainey Madison, Sarah Hoke, Hannah Dustman, Morgan Messick, Cassy Reeves, Kacey Breitbach, Micah Cox, Michael Prock, Jacob Lauve, Austin Philipsheck, Paige Shifflett, Quinten Evans, Rachel King, Rachel Triplett, Marissa Thompson, Kai Weseman, Brandon Cassity, Nathan Phillips, Sam Smith, Alek Couch, Markie Roach, Zach Cohen, Haylee Votipka, Olivia Dotson, Ali Novak, Hannah Shinn, Trenton Clark, Heather Hughes, Catie Josselet, Ali Novak, Nicole Beard, Hannah Shinn, Haley Cash, Mallory Humphrey, Sutton Crabtree, Emma Widaman, Spencer Homan, Riley King, Lukas Pace, Lane Adams, Justin Bell, Trevor Wood, Matt Gulley, Sam Smith, Trevor Wood, Cheyenne Jennings, Autumn Kirchhofer, Mackenzie Snyder, Catie Josselet, Hannah Dustman, Haley Cash, Austin Philipsheck. Other cast members included Kimberlyn Selvin, Micah Webber, Jacob Davis, Derek Ziegelbein, Brandon Senda, Hailey Sadler, Alisha Price, Tyler Sanford, Erica Loney, Peyton Patterson, Crystal O’Malley, Alexis Allard, Becky Anderson, Sara Baker, Alyssa Batliner, Elizabeth Baughman, Kaylene Bramwell, Abbie Brown, Perri Brown, Cheyanne Crabtree, Grace Dayson, Madison Dryer, Renee Edenburn, Beth Fields, Matt Gully, Salena Havner, Julianna Holguin, Alleana Holt, Heather Hughes, Kiahla Kirchhoff, Autumn Kirchhofer, Brianna Laforte, Zoe Lapee, Jacob Lauve, Rachel Liley, Kierstin Long, Mariahe Long, Taylor Lust, Holly Martin, Kayla McDaniel, Kayla McKown, Margaret Millard, Leah Miller, Chelcie O’Malley, Michael Prock, Caitlin Rash, Kasey Reed, Emily Scholljegerdes, Paige Shifflett, Daryl Shreve, Morrigan Severs, Cearra Smith, Samuel Smith, Marissa Thompson, Kaylee Thorpe, Rachel Triplett, Cody Tucker, Haylee Votipka, James Wallace, Gracyn Walter, Kai Wesemann, Trevor Wood, Makenzie Voorhees, Bailey White and Jamie Williams. The Musical was under the direction of Maureen Kelts and Rita North.
Thank you to the administration, school board members, co workers, staff, parents, community and volunteers for many weeks of hard work and dedication.
Vocational Adult Classes Available
A variety of Vo-Com-Ed (Vocational Community Education) adult courses are available through the R-III District this Spring. Some of the courses are at ‘no cost’ while others may charge a fee ranging from $5 to $50, to help offset the cost of materials and instruction.
Some of the courses being offered are: COMPUTERS AND BUSINESS: Microsoft Excel, Basic Microsoft Word and Powerpoint, Intermediate and Microsoft Excel/Word and Powerpoint, Internet Usage, Basic Computers, Community Computer Lab, Internet Free Stuff, Roth IRA’s Retirement Can be Less Taxing, A Woman’s Guide to Money Matters; HEALTH AND SAFETY: SOS for Kids, Spring Hunter Education Clinic / Turkey Hunt, Hunter Education Certification (Evenings Classes), Stroke Detection Plus, Boater Education Certification; CRAFTS AND ENRICHMENT: Ballroom Dancing, Quilting, Strip Bag Making, Jam Making, Darkroom Black & White Photography, Calligraphy, Beginning Cake Decorating, Canning with Pressure Cooker, Interior Decorating, Flower Arranging; AGRICULTURE AND TRADE: Rotational Grazing, Goat Production, Missouri Show Me Quality Assurance, Oxy-Fuel Welding and Cutting, Farm Record Keeping, Private Pesticide Applicators Certification, Pond Management and Quail Management, Small Gas Engine Preventive Maintenance, Fruit Tree and Bramble Pruning, Improving Garden Soils, Commercial Vehicle Regulations, Community Gardens and Farmers Markets, Technology Updates in Cattle and Ruminants.
For a full listing you may view the registration form online at www.pleasanthillschools.com or call Mike Keilholz at 540-3111, ext. 5304. Classes are reserved in order of fee payment.
For more information or to receive a brochure you may view the district website at www.pleasanthill schools.com.
Education Foundation presents Whiteboards
The Pleasant Hill Education Foundation recently presented the High School Spanish classes with 30 student whiteboards and 2 teacher whiteboards. Bill Cloud of North Carolina awarded the Pleasant Hill Education Foundation with a monetary gift in Memory of his mother, Mrs. Riva Cloud, who retired from the Pleasant Hill School District as a Spanish teacher many years ago.
Teens Compete at the State Junior Varsity Life Smarts Competition
Pleasant Hill Middle School Students placed 5th in the Missouri JV State LifeSmarts Championship by successfully fielding questions about real-life marketplace issues at Jefferson City, MO on February 16, 2010.
Life Smarts, a consumer education competition that challenges teens in grades 9-12 about personal finance, health and safety, the environment, technology, and consumer rights and responsibilities, is a program of the National Consumers League. In Missouri, Merilee Thoenen of Family, Consumer Sciences and Human Services runs the program.
Teens from across the state first competed online for a chance to go to the in-person state finals held Jefferson City, MO.
“Life Smarts participants in MO have gained many of the consumer ‘smarts’ they’ll need to make it in the real world,” said Merilee Thoenen of Family, Consumer Sciences and Human Services .
“Life Smarts participants win by learning to avoid common consumer pitfalls, navigate the government, and understand credit card jargon before they have to sign on the dotted line,” said Sally Greenberg, Executive Director of the National Consumers League.
Jump Rope for Heart
Primary school raised $3,934.94 for the American Heart Association.
Jump Rope For Heart is a program designed to promote physical fitness and heart health through the fun activity of jumping rope. The event is co-sponsored by the American Heart Association and the American Alliance for Health, Physical Education, Recreation and Dance.
We had three Heart Ambassadors this year that told their story of how they were affected by heart disease or stroke. They were Parker Snow, Wesley Tibai, and Tina Bailey.
The staff at PHPS donated items for a silent auction, put on by Janet Anderson, to help raise more money and the auction raised approximately $200.
Funds raised in Jump Rope For Heart help fight heart disease and stroke, the nation's No. 1 and No. 3 killers.
The student who raised the most money, $580, was Parker Snow from Mrs. Young’s class.
The class that raised the most money, $1,021, and earns their choice of the game to play in PE is Mrs. Young’s class.
The following students raised the most money in their class and earned the privilege to be Mrs. Anderson’s PE helpers: Truman Cartner, Dawson Sivils, Megan Swinney, Anthony Wood, Morgan Wilhite, Wesley Tibai, Parker Snow
Elementary School:
Elementary school raised $1731.50 for the American Heart Association in December.
The top fundraisers were:
Tori Parrot - $125.00, Faith Griggs - $105.50, Beau Brown - $345.00, Dawson Ferdig - $95.00, Summer Ray - $75.00, Jordan Hamlin - $80.00, Noah DesCombes - $90.00 and Layla Heritage - $80.00
Important Notice Regarding Immunization Clinics sponsored by the Cass County Health Department (CCHD)
Effective 1 April 2010 , immunization clinics will no longer be provided on a walk-in basis by the CCHD. Instead, they will be by appointment only. We deeply regret the inconvenience that this will likely cause but significant personnel cuts have forced the health department to make these changes. If you have private medical insurance that covers the cost of vaccines, you will be expected to receive them from your provider. If your child is participating in Mo HealthNet (formerly MC+) and you see a private provider for the vaccines, please continue to do so if possible. The clinic appointments will be targeted at those who are uninsured, those on Mo HealthNet without a private provider and those with insurance that does not cover the cost of the vaccines. For this last group, there will be a $5.00 per child charge for vaccines. Payment should be made by check or exact change. Vaccinations for those 19 years or older will continue to incur a charge based on the particular vaccine that is given. Appointments can be made by calling 816-380-8431/8432. Thank you for your cooperation.
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District revises calendar
Due to the inclement weather on Monday, February 22 the last day of school will be May 24.
District Wide Safety Committee meets with First Responders
On February 18, 2010, the District Wide Safety Committee of the Pleasant Hill R-III School District met with First Responders from the City of Pleasant Hill. The committee is made up of building and central office administration as well as technology and nursing representation. Representing the Fire Department were Chief of Emergency Services, Steve Long and Assistant Chief of Emergency Services, Nathan Carpenter. Representing the Police Department were Police Chief Robert Driscoll, Lieutenant Detective Norm Conant, and Captain Jeff Ederer. Representing Durham Bus Service was Patty Randazzo. Dr. Wesley Townsend, Superintendent of Pleasant Hill Schools was also in attendance. The group worked through possible emergency situations that the district could face such as a tornado scenario and what strategies should be followed in the event that an intruder would enter the building. The district is fortunate to have a close working relationship with the police and fire department with everyone focusing on the same goal, the safety of our children.
Professional Development
On February 12, 2010, the Pleasant Hill R-III School District hosted a follow-up full day professional development conference titled, Conference to classroom: Reaching all students through varied instructional strategies at the High School.
9 Wrestlers qualify for State Competition
Congratulations to the following wrestlers who will be competing at the State Wrestling meet Feb. 18 - 20: Kolton Ross, Jarrod Lightfoot, Andrew Watson, Tyler Brittingham, Josh Hastings, Devin Snow, Cameron Dorman, James Fields, Beau Franklin.
District revises calendar
District revises 09-10 District calendar due to inclement weather on Monday, February 8, 2010.The District Calendar stipulates dismissals for unexpected circumstances or inclement weather days will be made up in the following order: April 1, 2010
Snow Day Make-up day
Feb. 8, 2010 Apr. 1, 2010
Last day of school is Friday, May 21, pending any additional snow days.
For additional information about snow days and the school calendar, visit the district's "snow day policy" web page at <http://www.pleasanthill schools.com/Snow%20Day%20 Policy.htm>.
Spring Picture Day
Primary School - Mar. 23
Elementary School - Mar. 24
Intermediate School - Mar. 25
District Prepares for Inclement Weather
Pleasant Hill R-III School District encompasses approximately 75 square miles. During inclement weather, road conditions usually vary widely from one area to another. This sometimes makes for a difficult decision on whether to close or delay school. Last year the District developed snow routes for use when necessary.
A snow route is a modified bus route that generally runs on main roads rather than side streets or through neighborhoods where driving a school bus may not be possible during severe weather. Snow routes will be used when main roads are clear enough for safe travel but side roads are not as clear. If snow routes are in effect, some students will have to catch their bus at alternate stops. On snow route days, to avoid confusion, students will be returned after school to their snow route stops regardless of changes in the weather. Although snow routes were never utilized last year we intend to have them available for use in certain situations.
The decision to use snow routes, cancel, or delay school is made by 5:30 am. The district will then contact the emergency notification center who contacts TV broadcast stations. R-III families and staff members will also be notified by ADT, the recorded phone service. Parents are urged to provide schools with updated information for any phone numbers that change throughout the year. Please note that school closing information will not appear on the district website.
Attendance must still be taken on these days but we encourage parents to use their best judgment in deciding if they should bring their children to a bus stop or school. We also encourage inexperienced school age drivers to ride with adults or on the bus during this time. These situations disrupt family schedules and we appreciate your patience during severe weather conditions. We recognize the importance of having children in school on a regular schedule with quality learning time, but be assured our top concern is always the safety of students and staff.
Dismissals for unexpected circumstances will be made up in the following order: May 21, Jan. 18, Feb. 15, Mar. 31, Apr. 1 and May 24. Days cancelled in excess of six will be added to the end.
APR 2009
The preliminary Annual Performance Report (APR) was released recently. Congratulations to the entire staff are in order because our district, for the fifth consecutive year, met 100% of Missouri’s performance standards. The administration and Board greatly appreciate your effort and focus on improved instruction during the past years.
There are 14 performance standards which include MAP/EOC testing for Math and Communications Arts in grades 3 - 11, ACT, advanced courses, career education courses, college placement, career education placement, graduation rate, attendance, and AYP (federal) subgroup achievement. The Pleasant Hill R-III School District met 14 of 14 standards. These standards measure most areas of the educational process and meeting all 14 confirms the commitment and dedication of our teachers, support staff, administrators, and students year after year. We are extremely proud of everyone involved.
Our challenge, as always, is to continue moving forward. Principals will continue working with staff to review and revise Building Improvement Plans that directly address student achievement. Using the most recent assessment data, continuous planning will include revisions in curriculum, professional development, instructional strategies, etc. I encourage everyone to work with your principals and be active participants in this improvement process.
Our entire district and community should be proud of the newly released achievement report with our school meeting all state standards. Congratulations and thank you for your dedication and continued support to the students of Pleasant Hill.
High School FallMusical
Pleasant Hill High School departments of theatre and music will be bringing the Broadway classic Once Upon a Mattress to the Pleasant Hill Performing Arts Center November 12-14 as the 2009 Fall Musical Production.
First Day Enrollment
The first day enrollment for 2009-2010 showed 2,199 students were counted on the August 18, 2009 opening day.
District Welcomes New Staff
Staff vacancies and reassignments within the district have allowed seven new staff members to join the district this fall. They will begin new teacher workshops on Aug. 10.
Primary School
Staci Moore will serve as Speech / Language teacher. She brings 7 years of experience and holds a Master of Science in Speech Language Pathology from University of Central Missouri and a Bachelor of Science from the University of Missouri - Kansas City.
Kerri Kay will serve as a 1st grade classroom teacher. She completed her student teaching with the Pleasant Hill School District. She holds a Bachelor of Science in Elementary and Early Childhood Education from the University of Central Missouri.
Elementary School
Karen Hesse will serve as a Special Services paraprofessional. She holds a Bachelor of Science from the University of Central Missouri and is currently employed at Price Chopper, Pleasant Hill.
Intermediate School
Kari Barger has taken the position of Secretary. She holds a Bachelor of Arts from the University of Central Missouri. She has substituted for the District since 2003.
Tammy Prewitt will serve as Speech Implementor at the Intermediate, Middle and High Schools. She has been a Special Services paraprofessional with the district for the past 5 years.
High School
In his first year of teaching, Wesley Thompson will serve as a Biology teacher. He student taught General Biology, Applied Biology and Chemistry with Salina High School in Salina Kansas. He holds a Bachelor of Science from Kansas Wesleyan University.
Trina Rogers has been an educator in the Iowa Public School system for the past twenty years. She will teach Algebra and Basic Geometry. She holds a Master of Science in Education from Southwest State University and a Bachelor of Science in Mathematics from Iowa State University.
District
Bringing 20 years of experience to the District, Tom Hardy will serve as part-time ESL teacher. He earned a Bachelor of Science in Fine Arts from William Jewell College and a Master of Science in Curriculum / Instructions from Emporia State University.
Mike Wheeldon and Tom Stathas will serve as custodians for the district.
Goppert Foundation donates to Education Foundation
Mutual interests and cooperation resulted in benefits for kids recently when the Goppert Foundation donated over $50,000 to the Pleasant Hill Education Foundation. The funds were put to immediate use with the purchase of playground equipment at three buildings of the Pleasant Hill School District. The new equipment is expected to be installed soon, hopefully for the start of school next month. Pictured at the presentation of the check for $50,771.59 are (l) Doug Goppert, president of the Pleasant Hill Bank; Jackie Emo, school district liaison for the Pleasant Hill Education Foundation; Tom Goppert, treasurer for the Goppert Foundation; and Jenny Gentry, vice-president of the Pleasant Hill Bank.
District attendance lines
To report an absence this year, please call the district attendance lines.
Please leave student’s name, grade, reason for the absence, parent’s name and phone number.
Contact the Primary School 987-9201, Elementary School 987-9202, Intermediate School 987-9203, Middle School 987-9204 and High School 987-9205.
District Receives Accreditation with Distinction
The Pleasant Hill R-III School District was recognized for receiving Accreditation with Distinction in Performance by the Missouri Department of Elementary and Secondary Education during a banquet March 19 at the University of Central Missouri. Pictured are, left to right, Tony Stansberry, Missouri Department of Elementary and Secondary Education Area Supervisor; Assistant Superintendent Dr. Becky Gallagher; CTA President Nicole Albin; Heidi Atkins Lieberman, Assistant Commissioner for Special Education, Missouri Department of Elementary and Secondary Education; and Julie Blaine, Director of the Central Regional Professional Development Center.
Rooster Alerts
The Pleasant Hill R-III School District is continually striving to improve communication between the school and parents. You may sign up to receive Rooster Alerts on your cell phone or email. This service will enable school personnel to notify parents by sending a text message or email within minutes for emergency information, school closings, early dismissals and event reminders. To sign up please visit the District website www.pleasanthillschools.com and click on ‘rooster alerts’. This service will be initiated as a pilot program in the High School for Activities and Athletics information. This service is sponsored by the Pleasant Hill Bank
Please check your cell phone plan for any text message fees your wireless provider may charge. This is a SPAM-free application. Your name and personal contact information are protected and will remain private.
R-III School District to use ‘snow routes’
Pleasant Hill R-III School District encompasses approximately 75 square miles. During inclement weather, road conditions usually vary widely from one area to another. This sometimes makes for a difficult decision on whether to close or delay school. Beginning this year, on a trial basis, the District will utilize snow routes when appropriate.
A snow route is a modified bus route that generally runs on main roads rather than side streets or through neighborhoods where driving a school bus may not be possible during severe weather. Snow routes will be used when main roads are clear enough for safe travel but side roads are not as clear. If snow routes are in effect, some students will have to catch their bus at alternate stops. On snow route days, to avoid confusion, students will be returned after school to their snow route stops regardless of changes in the weather.
Depending on where you live, a snow route may or may not be necessary.
The decision to use snow routes, cancel, or delay school is made by 5:30 am. The district will then contact the emergency notification center who contacts TV broadcast stations. Parents/guardians will also be notified by SchoolReach, the recorded phone service. Parents are urged to provide schools with updated information for any phone numbers that change throughout the year.
Attendance must still be taken on these days but we encourage parents to use their best judgment in deciding if they should bring their children to a bus stop or school. We also encourage inexperienced school age drivers to ride with adults or on the bus during this time.
These situations disrupt family schedules and we appreciate your patience during severe weather conditions. We recognize the importance of having children in school on a regular schedule with quality learning time, but be assured our top concern is always the safety of students and staff.
Children’s Vision Law
According to Senate Bill 16, enacted in 2007 every child enrolling in a public school kindergarten and new enrollees in first grade must receive a comprehensive eye examination from a state-licensed optometrist or physician. The cost of the exam is the responsibility of the parents. By January 1, 2009 parents and guardians shall provide to the school district proof of the required vision exam or a statement that they are opting out of the exam. The form to be used for completing this vision exam is available on the district website at www.pleasant hillschools.com. For more information, please visit the Missouri Optometric Association’s website www.moeye care.org.
RevTrak
Pleasant Hill R-III School District is providing new ways for parents to pay for meals in the Cafeteria. Parents may now pay with VISA or MasterCard, debit or credit cards for these items. RevTrak is a source for convenient, secure meal account management. We make it easy to apply funds to your account and check your account balance. No more worrying about having cash for meals – RevTrak has you covered! No more lost or stolen lunch money. Convenient, easy and secure... prepaying with RevTrak makes your life easier. The Pleasant Hill R-III School District will still continue accepting cash or check for meals in the cafeteria, however PHSD is expanding the options for our patrons by offering this convenient service with two options for payments.
Internet Payments:
Pleasant Hill R-III has established a Web Store to accept payments over the Internet. The District has contracted with a company named RevTrak to provide a secure site for making payments. The ease of paying online is further enhanced when parents access the website and see a familiar shopping cart. Parents may add to their student’s Cafeteria Meal Plan at the parent’s convenience. In fact, they can pay for each of their students at any campus, all in the same shopping cart.
You may access the Web Store through the District website at http://www.pleasanthillschools.com. The District home page has a direct link to the Web Store or you may go to the Food Service webpage at http://www.pleasanthillschools.com/Food%20Service.htm and access the link there.
For the Future:
RevTrak, the processing company chosen by the District, allows expansion of the Web Store, preauthorized payments and in person payments with minimal effort. Right now the choice of products is limited to the cafeteria meal plan but the District will evaluate the response from parents and the efficiencies of the payment methods for the District. If these test products work well, the District may expand the offerings
Parent Link
Parent link is a website that allows parents to view students attendance, grades, homework and lunch account balances. If you would like to sign up for Parent Link, the form is available on our website at www.pleasanthill schools.com.
If your email address has changed from previous years, you will need to fill out a new form so that we may update your account.
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