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The inaugural MSDPO 5K Fun Run \ Walk held on April 30th at the Missouri School for the Deaf campus was a big success. A total of 80 runners and walkers took part in the event. Among them was MSD's very own, Sparky.

As MSDPO President Jeff Patridge stated, "Everyone seemed to have a great time. Since this was our first event of this type, we learned some lessons that will only help to make it better in the years to come."

The MSDPO would like to thank Stark Elementary teacher Megan Key for suggesting this event, and for her work to coordinate it. We would also like to thank all of our volunteers, sponsors, the Missouri School for the Deaf, and the City of Fulton and Fulton Police Department for their help. We couldn't have done it without you.

Finally, the MSDPO would like to personally thank Brad Drew, a teacher assistant at MSD, for designing the awesome logo that was used for this event. As one student said, "It rocked!" Sparky even barked in agreement.

To learn more about the winners, select  this link.

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The upcoming MSDPO 5K Fun Run\Walk was recently featured in the Fulton Sun. To read the article, select the link below.




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Marcia Patridge, MSDPO secretary joined MSD interpreter Norlian Vickers, Shauna Morgan of MSD Student Services, and MSD student Azara for the KOMU 8 Cares segment on April 27 to discuss the upcoming MSDPO 5K Fun Run\Walk.  You can view the the segment by selecting the link below.




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It is that time of year again when youth begin thinking about summer activities. One activity that many MSD youth have taken advantage of are youth camps. One such camp is Kamp Keirsey.

Kamp Keirsey is a Christian camp for deaf youth from ages 10 - high school. It has been in existence for 28 years in Amsterdam, Missouri. It is under the direction of Linda Whiggam, an alumnus of MSD.

This year's camp dates are June 12-17, 2011. Cost for registration is $90.00. The camp does have financial aid available to those needing assistance. Deadline for registration is May 20, 2011.


If you would like to learn more about the camp, you can visit their web site at www.deafyouthcamp.com


 
 
In conjunction with the upcoming MSDPO 5K Walk-Run that is sponsored for April 30, 2011, we are sponsoring a shirt contest. The winning shirt will become the official shirt for the event. Be sure to vote for your favorite shirt. Voting will end on Sunday, February 20th.
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Three MSD students are partnering with a local franchise to earn funds for a trip to a science fair in New York. Click on the button below to read more about the effort in the Jefferson City News-Tribune.
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The Gallaudet women's basketball team is undefeated so far this season. The amazing story of this team and their special coach was the focus of a CBS News feature story. To watch the story, push the button below.

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The MSDPO will hold its third meeting at 11:00 am on January 22. Due to the recent snow storm that hit the area, and possible snow on January 22nd, we are going to hold an online meeting only. To participate, please access our video chat room  at http://tinychat.com/msdparentsorg. We look forward to seeing you at the meeting.
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You asked for it, and we listened. You can now purchase MSD Eagles Spirit decals until February 11, 2011. Don't miss out! To get yours, just complete the form below.
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The "Fun"draiser Night held on November 29 at the Fulton Pizza Hut was a huge success. Thanks to everyone who participated during the two hour event, a total of $650.00 was spent. The portion of these funds that will be presented to the MSDPO are $130.00. According to the Pizza Hut manager, the MSDPO had "a very good night".

The MSDPO would like to thank everyone who participated in the event. Your continued support of the MSDPO and its efforts to help the students of MSD is greatly appreciated.