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2010 District Basketball Champions

March 9, 2010

Head Coach Jamie Tipton and Assistant Coach Craig DeVore successfully guided the Putnam County R-1 Varsity Boys Basketball Team to the District Basketball Championship Saturday, March 6, 2010.   Sectional play will be in Moberly . . . read more

Mrs. Heidenwith

Second Grade Teacher

March 6, 2010

      Putnam County R-1 Schools newest 2 nd grade teacher is another Iowegian who just happens to be married to a former Midget.  Born in Centerville, Iowa, on May 4, 1977, to Darrell Neal and Patricia . . . read more

National Junior Honor Society's Induction Ceremony

by Staci Kaster | March 1, 2010

    The middle school’s National Junior Honor Society (NJHS) inducted 31 new charter members on Tuesday, February 16th, 2010 in the middle school auditorium.  The process to become a member starts by the Faculty . . . read more

Special Olympics Spring Games Practice is Nearing

by Kim Knight | February 26, 2010

It's nearly time for Special Olympics practice to begin.  Letters will go out shortly to those who have previously participated.  Letters will also be sent to students who will be eligible for the first time this year.  In . . . read more

Middle School Valentine Royalty Crowned

by Michelle Valentine and Stephanie Salisbury | February 26, 2010

The Middle School Student Council and Cheerleaders co-sponsored the Valentine's Day dance on February 12th. Previously in the week, students nominated and voted on royalty to represent their class. The 6th grade chose Duke Dylan and Duchess . . . read more

February Middle School Character Winners

by Barb Hodges | February 25, 2010

Our middle school students recognized for great character in February for trustworthiness are: Amanda, Adriana and Hunter. read more

February Middle School Community Character Winner

by Barb Hodges | February 25, 2010

The middle school recognized the community character winner for February for trustworthiness. He is a wonderful example of character. It was awarded to Ian Gilworth. read more

February Middle School Student of the Month

by Barb Hodges | February 25, 2010

Our middle school students recognized for February Student of the Month for their academic achievement and hard work are: Krista, Latisha and Brenden. read more

ACT Workshop

by Carla Spence | February 24, 2010

    Putnam County R-1will provide the opportunity for JUNIORS to take the ACT for FREE!  Students take the ACT for several different reasons.  Students take the ACT for college entrance requirements.  It is . . . read more

U.S. Census Jobs Available for Putnam County

February 24, 2010

The qualification exam mentioned below will be in the high school library March 4 at 4:00. Upon passing a written exam, background check and four days of training, you may qualify for a 2010 U. S. Census job. Click here to find out more . . . read more

New Teacher Lindsay Munroe

February 19, 2010

Ms. Lindsay Munroe was born and raised in Cortland, Ohio, to Ken and Kim West.  A sister, Chelsea, is three years younger and a brother, Austin, is twelve years younger.  Ms.Munroe says, “Being the oldest is tough.  I was . . . read more

Claire Wins Local Geography Bee

by Melissa Schmidli | February 13, 2010

   Claire, a sixth grade student at the Putnam County Middle School, won the school-level competition of the National Geographic Bee on January 14, 2010, and a chance at a $25,000 college scholarship. The school-level Bee, at . . . read more

Trustworthiness

by Teresa Sands | February 10, 2010

James was nominated by his sister Jessica for Trustworthiness during the Elementary Character Ed Assembly. Congratulations James! read more

High School Singers

by Glenda Dinwiddie | February 2, 2010

     The high school vocal music department has several students preparing music for Conference Choir in Kirksville on February 13.  Those students include the following:  Elizabeth, Sabina, Amanda, Dahn, . . . read more

Round ‘Em Up!

It's Almost Time For Kindergarten and Preschool Roundup

by Kim Knight | January 30, 2010

Parents it’s almost time for Kindergarten and Preschool Roundup—can you believe how the time is flying?  Kindergarten Roundup will be March 2, 3, and 4 (Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday) and Preschool Roundup will be March 8, 9, and . . . read more

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It's Almost Time For Kindergarten and Preschool Roundup

by Kim Knight | January 29, 2010

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Putnam County Quiz Bowl is Underway

by Michelle Valentine and Melissa Schmidli | January 27, 2010

    The Putnam County 5th-8th grades quiz bowl teams participated in the annual S.P.R.I.N.T. Academic Bowl Tournament Sat., Jan. 16, at Scotland County School in Memphis, MO.  The teams were divided into two . . . read more

Spring Baseball

by Allen McDannald | January 26, 2010

Spring ball will be here before we know it.  We have started open gym in the elementary, and I am having these just whenever I can due to the basketball practices and other activities that we enjoy at our school.   The first . . . read more

Julie Vanderlinden Joins Staff

January 26, 2010

    Another teacher from Iowa's Big Red Country has drifted south to Midget Country.       Julie Vanderlinden, the daughter of Bob and Joyce Moore, was born and raised in Centerville, . . . read more

High School Yearbooks on Sale Now!

by Melissa Schmidli | January 8, 2010

The cost of a regular yearbook is $27 while a personalized yearbook is $32. New books will have 124 pages of all the Putnam County activities that you are accustomed to, plus 16 pages of current events, and more pages for signing. Also, the . . . read more

Echo King and Queen Crowned

by Melissa Schmidli | January 8, 2010

Derek and Courtney were crowned the Echo King and Queen for 2010 on December 7, 2009. Introductions and the announcement were made by yearbook staff member Elizabeth. The Echo candidates are nominated by their classmates. Candidates were . . . read more

Parent Information and Resource Center

by Donna Altiser | January 5, 2010

The Parent Information Resource Center is a great resource for parents.  The PIRC offers links and resources for parents and teachers.  To visit go to www.missouri-pirc.org/about.html read more

Happy Holidays from KMR

by Marsha Richardson | December 2, 2009

Santa is buzzing in kindergarten! read more

Students Showcase Works of Art

by Mary Comstock | December 1, 2009

     Putnam County high school students will showcase their talents at an art show December 5 from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. The event, held in conjunction with the Winter Festival on the Unionville square, will be . . . read more

Veterans Honored at Assembly

by Mary Comstock | November 25, 2009

A large crowd honored veterans at the recent Veterans Day Assembly.   National Honor Society organized the event. The assembly began with the posting of colors by members of the American Legion and Veterans of Foreign . . . read more

PC Staff Gives Donation

by Mary Comstock | November 22, 2009

      Putnam County R-I staff donated $1,750 to the PC Café this fall.  Staff members contributed money for the privilege of wearing blue jeans on Fridays during the 2009-10 school year. . . . read more

MU 2009 Slideshow

by Carla Spence | November 17, 2009

     MU Slideshow 2009 Putnam County students took advantage of the opportunity to experience life on the University of Missouri campus in Columbia on Monday, November 17, 2009.  Students received information on . . . read more

October Middle School Character Winners

by Barb Hodges | October 29, 2009

Our middle school students recognized for great character in October for self-control were the middle school band for their great behavior and attitude at the Clark County Parade of Champions. We received word from the Clark County . . . read more

October Middle School Community Character Winner

by Barb Hodges | October 29, 2009

The middle school recognized the community character winner for October for the character word self-control. He is a wonderful asset for our community. It was awarded to Jason Knight. read more

Northwest Slideshow 2009

by Carla Spence | October 28, 2009

  Northwest Slideshow 2009 Click here for pictures. Several juniors and seniors enjoyed the opportunity to visit Northwest Missouri State University on Tuesday, October 27, 2009.  Students played Jeopardy while learning . . . read more

DICTIONARIES FOR THIRD GRADERS

by Angie O'Reilly | October 26, 2009

The Unionville Rotary’s Club motto is “Service Above Self.” The Rotary is dedicating itself to promoting literacy through the donation of student dictionaries.  Nancy Flood and James Garner, members of the Unionville . . . read more

National Honor Society Induction

by Mary Comstock | October 19, 2009

Induction for the Putnam County chapter of the National Honor Society was held Thursday evening, October 15.  Twenty-six juniors were inducted into the chapter.  Each member must have a minimum 3.5 grade point average and exhibit . . . read more

Sound System Purchased

by Barb Hodges | September 22, 2009

The middle school just purchased a sound system for the middle school commons area. It is equipped with 16 ceiling speakers, a wireless microphone and capabilities to play compact disks or an MP3 player. This will enable us to have . . . read more

PRAIRIE TRAIL KICK-OFF WAS A GREAT SUCCESS!!!

by Debbie Fischgrabe | September 16, 2009

THANKS TO SPONSORS OF THE 2009 SUMMER FAMILY WALK A special thank you to all the sponsors of the 2009 Summer Family Walk!!!! The group walk was a success due to the support from the following businesses: • Putnam County . . . read more

Mike Schmidli Inducted into MHSFCA Hall of Fame

August 26, 2009

Putnam County Lady Midgets Coach Mike Schmidli was inducted into the Missouri High School Fastpitch Coaches Hall of Fame during a coaches’ conference in Columbia, Missouri, on August 8, 2009.  In his twenty years as head . . . read more

H1N1 Press Release

August 25, 2009

FOR RELEASE August 26, 2009 August 21, 2009 Contact:  Ericka Klingner Putnam County Health Department 660-947-2429 klinge@lpha.mopublic.org The first positive case of H1N1 influenza in Putnam County was confirmed last . . . read more

Track Upgrade Fundraiser

August 25, 2009

Dear Alumni, Businesses, Families and Individuals: Putnam County R-I is embarking down yet another road of advancement.  Since the new high school was built in the early '70s, we have been a leader in Northeast Missouri. We . . . read more

Elementary 2009-10 School Supply List

PUTNAM COUNTY R-1 ELEMENTARY SCHOOL 2009 - 2010 SCHOOL SUPPLY LIST Preschool Small box crayons (24 or less) Big markers (8 or 10 basic/classic colors) - Washable White 3-ring binder (1½ inch) w/ clear-view front pocket 2 . . . read more

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