Missouri lawmakers approve expanding charter schools
(05/16/12)
JEFFERSON CITY, Mo. -- Missouri lawmakers have passed legislation that could allow charter schools to be established throughout the state. The House approved the legislation 99-54 on Tuesday. The Senate had passed it earlier, and it now goes to Gov. Jay Nixon...
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School news 
Central High School graduates class of 2012
(05/14/12)
Grins were wide on the faces of Central High School's graduating seniors Sunday, as they received their diplomas. The almost 280 members of the 2012 class represented the 100th to pass through the hallowed halls. "The next 100 years promises to be brighter than the past 100 years," said principal Dr. Mike Cowan as the Show Me Center filled with students, families and friends. "It really is a historic moment for our school. The city has committed to education for a century."... 
Gov. Nixon tells Zalma students they have place in world economy
(05/10/12)
ZALMA, Mo. -- Gov. Jay Nixon told students in the Zalma School District that although their school is small, they are as well prepared as students from any school to compete in a global economy.
neXt up 5/10/12
(05/10/12)
FRIDAY "Dark Shadows," rated PG13 @ Cape West 14 Cine "The Dictator," rated R @ Cape West 14 Cine Starts May 16 SATURDAY Sunday NEXT WEEK "Diablo III" PC MAC "Max Payne 3" X360 PS3 "Game of Thrones" PC X360 PS3 "The Grey" R... Higher education news 
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. 
Crowell: Stalling budget wasn't due to vendetta against SEMO
(05/11/12)
JEFFERSON CITY, Mo. -- Sen. Jason Crowell wasn't acting out of malice, he said Thursday. When the Cape Girardeau Republican tried to block Southeast Missouri State University from getting an extra $2 million this week, he said he was acting on principle... 
SEMO makes changes to commencement to accommodate greater number of graduates
(05/11/12)
Southeast Missouri State University's campus bustled with this week as students moved between buildings on the last day of final exams for the spring semester. Some packed their bags, headed home for the summer. Others prepared for life beyond the university campus when they picked up their caps and gowns at the Wehking Alumni Center along Broadway. Of those, there were many... Recognizing achievement 
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Your school stories: awards and recognition  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...
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. ... 
Midwest Agri-Chemico Donates Mule to Ag Program
(04/12/12)
Midwest Agri-Chemico, Inc., and Midwest Grain and Barge Company of Cape Girardeau, Mo., donated a Kawasaki 4010 Mule today to the Department of Agriculture at Southeast Missouri State University. Russ Mothershead, president and chief executive officer of Midwest Agri-Chemico, Inc., and Midwest Grain and Barge, donated the utility vehicle, to support the University's agriculture program of which he and several of his employees are graduates... 
PHS Band will compete in Florida
(04/04/12)
Perryville residents might see an unusual sight in the next few weeks - a marching band strolling down their street. The Perryville High School March Band is preparing for the Music USA Festivals competition which will be held April 19-21 at Universal Studios in Orlando, Fla. During first-hour band class, the musicians have been taking advantage of the balmy spring weather to practice marching, which takes them on a circuitous route through the city streets... 
PHS senior starters all earn scholarships
(04/02/12)
The Perryville High School Lady Pirates volleyball team's historical season has reached another milestone, months after the final match on the court. All 3 starting seniors have now signed letters of intent to play the sport at the collegiate level... |
Notre Dame vs. Sikeston girls soccer
 Notre Dame defeated Sikeston 6-0 in their Class 2 District 1 semifinal in Farmington, Mo. Education stories from AP
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