Elementary Track & Field Fun Day
Friday, May 9, 2008
by Michael Kauzlarich | Monday, May 5, 2008
On Friday, May 9, the Putnam County Elementary is scheduled to have our Track and Field Fun Day, if weather cooperates. The make up day will be Friday, May 16. Boys and girls are encouraged to wear appropriate clothing for this event: warm clothes layered over shorts and T-shirts in case of cool weather. . . . read more
"A Class Act Players" in its Eleventh Season!
Soon (May 6 at 7:00 P.M. to be exact), the curtains will once again rise in the Middle School Auditorium and, "A Class Act Players" will present, The Saga of Dead Dog Gulch. In its eleventh season, this musical review will hit the stage, . . . read more
Testing in the Elementary!
The elementary students are working very hard this week on testing. First and second grades are taking the Stanford tests. The third through fifth grades are taking the MAP tests. Mrs. Partridge had a few of her high school art . . . read more
The Old Glory Project
Let's keep the tradition going
For the past two years, our 5th grade students have enjoyed learning from the Old Glory Project. Under the direction of Elementary School Counselor Diane McClain, and with the earnest assistance of the 5th grade teachers and some parents, . . . read more
"Picture of the Week"
Again!!!
A creative 2nd grade student, Kaelyn, has won the "Picture of the Week" numerous times this year. Kaelyn is clearly a talented art student. Her projects are always an inspiration to others. Whatever Kaelyn does, it becomes a one of a . . . read more
Do you have a Fire Escape Plan?
Fire and Safety House visits Putnam County Elem.
The Liberty Township Fire Protection District and Putnam County Fire & Rescue Training Association brought Blank Children's Hospital Fire and Safety House to Putnam County R-1 Elementary School. All students Pre-K through . . . read more
Cooperation
March Character Education Assembly
During March's character education assembly, Kyle nominated her sister Taren Blanchard for displaying cooperation at work. After the Distinguished Visitor from each classroom was recognized, the 2nd graders used "forgiveness" as an . . . read more
"Show Me" Seat Belt Safety
On Wednesday, March 26, the elementary students received a demonstration from Sgt. Brent Bernhardt of the Missouri State Highway Patrol on the importance of seat belt safety. He explained why rules are made and shared . . . read more
Bowling comes to PCR-1
Thanks to PTO
After being cooped up in classrooms, most elementary children eagerly anticipate their physical education classes so they can unwind. Coaches are always . . . read more
PTO's Hard Work Benefits Students
The Elementary Book Fair took place this past week. This is just one of the fund raisers that PTO holds each year to purchase items for the elementary school. This year PTO purchased the bowling equipment for Coach K's elementary PE . . . read more
A Class Act
Presents.....
Pink jail! Baby blue barber shop! Lavender livery stable! What's the town of Dead Dog Gulch--I mean--Pansy Valley, coming to? The Ladies of the Beautification Society have the answers. The miners want to revolt. The cowboys want to take . . . read more
Kindergarten Screening Held
Forty-six children participated in the Kindergarten Screening held on Monday, March 3, through Wednesday, March 5. If you missed the screening or are aware of someone who has, please contact Marion Spase at 947-3361, ext.382. . . . read more
PC R-1 BAND FUNDRAISER
TOP SELLERS IN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL
The Putnam County R-1 Elementary band students have been busy with their fundraiser under the direction of their band teacher, Misty Fox. The top sellers were announced this week. The top seller in the elementary school was . . . read more
Family Activity/Science Night
If you saw children with green hands, children with toothpicks and marshmallows, and children with containers of soil, rice or miscellaneous objects, you might have been in attendance with approximately 140 others at Family . . . read more
Fifth Graders Compete
The PC 5th grade quiz bowl team competed in three tournaments this winter. See results in separate articles under District News (SPRINT Quiz Bowl and Tournament of the Minds). read more
Gratefulness:
showing thankfulness for received benefits
The elementary school hosted its monthly character education assembly Monday, January 28. The Fourth graders made nominations for community members whom they felt displayed gratefulness. The nominations were voted on by the elementary . . . read more
Snow + Children= FUN!!!
During recess, some elementary students were caught having fun in the snow. . . . read more
4th Grade Student Leads the Way in Creative Art Project
The creativity of 4th Grade student, Sierra, led to the development of a winter art project that ultimately involved grades three through four. Mr. Dover, the elementary art teacher said it was such a good idea it needed to be shared with . . . read more
more old glory photos
The 5th grade students presented their Old Glory Flags to parents and special guests at the Veterans Day Assembly. read more
Tippin' Our Hat!
Elementary staff members participated in the Scarecrow Decorating Contest for the first time this fall. Their scarecrow, who tipped his hat to our A+ community, received 2nd place in the contest. The team members enjoyed . . . read more
5th Grade Flag Project on Display
at Veterans' Day Assembly
The 5th grade students have completed the Old Glory Flag Project and will be displaying their flags during the Veterans' Day Assembly Friday, November 16, at 9:00 a.m. During the assembly, the students will present their framed artwork to . . . read more
Family Fun Night
Family Fun Night was held Saturday, November 3, 2007, in the elementary building. The PTO officers and volunteers did an outstanding job putting together an evening of fun. There were a few new game rooms this year such as the DDR (Dance . . . read more
Blackbird Creek Plantation invites 2nd graders
For many years now, Blackbird Creek Plantation has extended an invitation to the 2nd grade class at Putnam County Elementary to a day of fun at their facilities located on the backside of Lake Thunderhead. On Tuesday, October 9, . . . read more
Full House on Grandparents' Day
Elementary
Grandparents' Day seemed to be enjoyed by all. The streets surrounding the school were lined with cars of grandparents ready to visit their special student(s). read more
Elementary School Supplies
Click on to this link for the elementary school's school supply list: School Supply List read more
