Putnam County R1

Putnam County FFA Attends 90th Missouri FFA Convention

JEFFERSON CITY, Mo., April 20, 2018 – FFA members from across the state, met in Columbia, April 19-20, at the 90th Missouri FFA Convention to honor fellow members for outstanding achievements, conduct association business, elect new officers and participate in leadership workshops. Rise Up was the theme for this year's annual convention, which attracted more than 8,000 students and guests to Hearnes Center on the University of Missouri campus. Ten FFA members of the Putnam County FFA chapter attended this year’s convention and competed in various Career Development Events (CDES) and received awards. The Putnam County FFA chapter had 1 team compete in CDE’s, 1 member received a state proficiency award, and two members received the State FFA degree. Those competing and receiving . . .

FCCLA Installs New Officer Team

The installation of newly elected officers is both a joyful and solemn occasion. Our chapter has faith and confidence in their abilities to lead the organization forward. We congratulate the following individuals and look forward to their new vision for the 2018-2019 school year. Vice-President of Membership: Jacob E. Vice-President of Media: Graycie R. Vice-President of Fundraising: Sydney T. Vice-Presidents of Activities: Tori O. & Maggie F. Vice-President of Finance: Jaylee M. 1 st Vice-President: Emily D. President: Chloe T.

Mrs. Collins' Career Celebrated

A large crowd of family, friends and colleagues gather Friday, May 11, to celebrate Joy Collins and her 38 years as a respected and beloved elementary teacher. Remembrances from the many students whose lives have been touched by her kind and fair teaching style were shared. Clearly, Mrs. Collins will continue to be kept busy by her large crew of grandchildren as she moves on to the next chapter of a very productive life. Putnam County R-1 wishes to extend it's deepest appreciation for her service.

Thank You, P.T.O.!

PTO donated a Kindle for each elementary grade level that MAP tested. Students who had good behavior and tried their best during testing were eligible to have their name in the drawing for the Kindle. These are the winners. THANK YOU PTO!

FFA Members Attend Area Banquet

Whitney installed as new president.

The Area 3 FFA association hosted the Area Awards Banquet on Tuesday, April 24th 2018. The banquet is an annual event put on by the Area III FFA Association and the sponsoring school. This year the banquet was held in La Plata, Missouri in the High School Gymnasium located in La Plata. In total, six Putnam County FFA members, two PC FFA advisors, and two parents attended the banquet. Attending members included: Tony B., Emily D., Whitney R., Amy M., Jessica V., and Faith S.. Students recognized at the banquet included: Tony b., sophomore, received 3 awards. Those awards were for placing 1st at Area division II Prepared Public Speaking; placing 1st in the Area for the Missouri Pork Producers fall speaking contest, and for placing 2nd in the Proficiency award area . . .

PC Annual Spelling Bee

As the school year winds down there are certain events that mark the end of the year. Our annual spelling bee, organized by Mrs. Kim Knight, is one example. Anxious elementary and middle school students sat on the stage in front of an audience of their peers and parents, ready to show off their spelling ability on Thursday, May 10th. Middle school students, grades six through eight started things off. The first place winner was Christian H., second place went to Vanessa B. and Kloey P. took home third place. Besides their wooden plaques, each student received a money prize provided by the Lion's Club. Elementary students competed next with first place going to Sawyer M., second to Allise P., and third to Redgy T. They too received prizes from the Lion's Club as well . . .

PC Agriculture Students

Qualify for State Competition

After several weeks of preparation and four practice contests, the agricultural contest teams headed to the Northeast District Contest in Columbia, Missouri on April 4th, 2018. A total of eight teams competed consisting of 31 Putnam County students participated. When contests were over, the results were posted and one team qualified for state competition. State teams competed at state contest in Columbia on April 19th and 20th. Agriculture contest areas are based on classroom curriculum and give students an opportunity to learn more in-depth specific knowledge about various agriculture contest areas. The northeast district is comprised of 60 schools. The following is a list of the teams that competed, their rankings, and their respective team members: Dairy Cattle placed 3rd . . .

Look How Much I Have Grown...

I started in the fall so cute and small, And through the months I've grown up so tall. Look at my portraits And you will see, How much I've grown- My pictures and ME!!