WSD Receives Meritorious Budget Award

The Association of School Business Officials International (ASBO) has awarded the Wentzville School District the Meritorious Budget Award (MBA) for excellence in budget presentation for the second consecutive year. The award is conferred only to districts that have met or exceeded the Meritorious Budget Award criteria, and last year Wentzville was one of only seven school districts in the state of Missouri to receive the award. “The MBA recognizes the District's efforts to inform the community about our financial operations,” said Chief Financial Officer Kari Monsees. “The budget document is more than just dollars and cents, it also explains how resources are generated and allocated for the benefit of our students.” To earn this award, the school district submitted its 2012-13 budget for a rigorous review based on stringent criteria.

Developed by ASBO for school districts, the MBA criteria guide school business officials toward a quality school budget presentation by enhancing the school business officials’ skills in developing, analyzing, and presenting a school system budget. “Our goal as business officials is to support the learning process through fiscal responsibility and strong financial practices based on transparency, accountability, and service,” said Director of Accounting Susan Dawson. “The budget supports this goal and is also a way for us to communicate our commitment to a quality education for our students.” 

The Association of School Business Officials International, founded in 1910, is a professional association of more than 5,000 members that provides programs and services to promote the highest standards of school business management practices, professional growth, and the effective use of educational resources. 

From the Wentzville School District

Thompson Commits to Culver-Stockton College

Timberland High School senior Crista Thompson has committed to play soccer for the Wildcats of Culver-Stockton College in Canton, MO. With her mother Donna and father Jim by her side, Thompson signed her National Letter of Intent today at Timberland High School. “When I went for my visit, it just felt like home,” said the center and midfielder. “It’s small, and I already know a lot of the girls on the team.”

Thompson is a true student-athlete, and is a member of the National Honor Society while maintaining a 4.1 GPA. She has also been named to the All-Conference Academic Team for three consecutive years. Thompson plans on majoring in psychology with an emphasis on occupational therapy while at Culver-Stockton College.

From the Wentzville School District

New semester to begin at Rec-Plex

If you resolve to get fit in 2013, the St. Peters Rec-Plex offers a wide range of group fitness classes that can help you reach your goals. We also have plenty of programs for kids as well as adult leagues this upcoming semester that goes from January through May. Class registration is underway now.

Rec-Plex group fitness classes give you plenty of options to get moving. Work the entire body with Kettlebell. Go easy on your body’s joints with Aqua Aerobics. Boot-scoot yourself to a better you with a new Country Line Dancing class. Burn off the calories with Rec-Plex Xtreme (RPX) Cycling. Get stronger with weight training classes. Center yourself and build from your core with Yoga or Pilates. Take your workout to another level at Real Fitness Bootcamp classes. Choose from a wide variety of Group Aerobics classes that are FREE to St. Peters Rec-Plex members.

Rec-Plex group fitness classes are available for kids as young as 18 months through Family Fitness Classes. And, seniors can find a number of options suited for them. Our 50+ Fitness classes range from weight training to a new Arthritis Foundation Walk with Ease Program for people with or without arthritis.

Other programs open to registration at the Rec-Plex include ice skating, hockey skating, swimming, scuba diving, indoor triathlons, instructional baseball, softball pitching, classical fencing, and adult leagues for volleyball, flag football and softball.

Sign up for Rec-Plex classes by phone at 636.939.2386, ext. 1400, or in person at the St. Peters Rec-Plex, 5200 Mexico Road, any time Monday through Friday, 9 a.m. to 7 p.m., and Saturdays from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. The registration desk is closed on Sundays and City holidays. Online registration is available for most programs 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, by using the Rec-Connect service at www.stpetersmo.net/rec-plex.

For more information about St. Peters recreation, parks or arts programs, the Leisure Line program guide is available at the Rec-Plex and St. Peters City Hall, as well as online at www.stpetersmo.net.

From the City of St. Peters, MO

 

O'Fallon Police Department Crime Log

Following is the O’Fallon Police Department Crime Log of reported incidents for the period of November 29, 2012 through December 5, 2012:

11/29/12:

An 18-year-old Warrenton male was arrested for shoplifting alcohol in the 1300 block of Highway K.

11/30/12

A gun was stolen from a residence in the 600 block of Hawk Run Drive.

A gift card was stolen in the 1000 block of Golden Orchard Drive.

A money order was taken when the victim dropped it and another subject picked it up in the 1300 block of Highway K.

Medication was stolen in the 200 block of North Main Street.

A Christmas wreath was stolen from a front door in the 200 block of Fox Haven Drive.

A wallet was stolen from a residence on Chastain Court.

A mailbox was damaged in the 1100 block of Bellow Falls Drive.

12/1/12

Headphones were shoplifted in the 1300 block of Highway K.

A 17-year-old St. Charles female was issued a summons for shoplifting a ring in the 2200 block of Highway K.

A gas drive-off occurred in the 1700 block of O'Fallon Road.

12/2/12

A tablet was stolen in the 100 block of McDonald Lane.

A speaker system was shoplifted in the 2300 block of Highway K.

A gas drive-off occurred in the 8600 block of Veterans Memorial Parkway.

12/3/12

A burglary occurred in the 2800 block of Royallview Way. There was damage to gain entry, but no items were stolen.

A trailer was stolen in the 1200 block of West Terra Lane.

A 36-year-old Wentzville man was arrested for shoplifting a vacuum cleaner and food in the 1300 block of Highway K.

A flag pole and flag were stolen in the 6900 block of Brassel Drive.

A window was damaged to gain entry into a vehicle and a radar detector was stolen in the 900 block of Highway K.

A burglary occurred in the 2500 block of Amber Willow Court. Electronics and clothing were stolen. There was no damage to gain entry.

12/4/2

A gas drive-off occurred in the 2100 block of West Terra Lane.

Construction equipment was stolen in the 2300 block of Wild Oak Drive.

A 23-year-old O'Fallon male was arrested for shoplifting alcohol in the 1300 block of Highway K.

12/5/12

A gas drive-off occurred in the 8600 block of Veterans Memorial Parkway.

Vehicle mirrors were damaged in the 2900 block of Middlesburg Drive.

A gas drive-off occurred in the 4500 block of Highway K.

A seat was damaged and a portable music player was stolen from an unlocked vehicle on West Park Drive.

A motor vehicle was stolen in the 1400 block of East Terra Lane.

A gas drive-off occurred in the 8600 block of Veterans Memorial Parkway.

A projector was shoplifted in the 1300 block of Highway K.

A license tab was stolen in the 1300 block of Highway K.

A Robbery 1st Degree occurred in the 1000 block of Southernside Lane.  

From the O'Fallon, MO Police Department

Armed Robbery in O'Fallon

On 12/07/12, at approximately midnight, the O’Fallon Police Department received a call of an Armed Robbery at the Conoco gas station, located at 1060 Bryan Rd.
 
The suspect went to the business, displayed a handgun and demanded money. The suspect fled on foot with an undisclosed amount of cash. No one was injured. An extensive search of the area failed to locate the suspect.
 
The suspect was described as a tall, very thin white male, 6’ to 6’ 2”, 150-170 lbs wearing a flannel plaid jacket with a gray hood, blue jeans, glasses, and black and white tennis shoes.
 
This is an active ongoing investigation. The O’Fallon Police Department is requesting assistance. Anyone with information on this robbery is urged to contact Detective Jodi Weber, at (636) 379-5633.

From the O'Fallon Police Department

Monsees Named Ray-Pec Superintendent

The Wentzville School District would like to congratulate CFO Dr. Kari Monsees on his selection as the new Superintendent of the Raymore-Peculiar School District near Kansas City, MO.  Dr. Monsees has submitted his resignation to the Wentzville Board of Education effective June 30, 2013, which will allow him to assist in the transition process once a new CFO is hired. 

“This decision was really bittersweet for me and did not come easily. I work with great people and have really enjoyed working for Wentzville R-IV, but this new leadership opportunity is one that I could not pass up. Ray-Pec is a progressive district with many similarities to Wentzville. I’ll also be closer to my family farm and my new grandson. I thank everyone for their support during my time in Wentzville.”

Dr. Monsees is in his fifth year with the District, and has produced an impressive list of accomplishments during his tenure. He was instrumental in the passage of both Proposition A and Proposition 3, which raised over $100 million for new construction in the fastest growing school district in Missouri. He has supervised the construction of Lakeview and Discovery Ridge elementary schools, as well as the addition of 75 new classrooms around the District. He has led the planning and construction of the new high school, all while managing an annual budget in excess of $150 million. 

During his time in the District operating balances have gone from 19% to 33%, and for the first time ever the WSD has been awarded the Meritorious Budget Award (MBA) by the Association of School Business Officials International. 

“Our loss is Ray-Pec’s gain,” said Superintendent Dr. Terry Adams. “Kari has accomplished great things while he was here, and we hate to see him go, but it’s a great opportunity for him. He’s one of the best school finance officers in the whole state, and I have no doubt that he’ll be one of the best superintendents as well.”

From the Wentzville School District

Canvases and cocktails

St. Charles, MO

December 5, 2012

The Foundry Art Centre has artful evenings of fun that are great for a date night, girl’s night, or just a friends night out! Canvases & Cocktails is a guided art-making experience. 

Not sure of your artistic talent? New to art? No problem! Our instructor will guide you step by step through the evening's project. Just show up ready to laugh, talk, and have fun!  

Bring your favorite bottle of wine or drink; water & soda will be available for purchase. 

The cost per workshop is $35 and includes personal instruction and all supplies, such as paint and canvas. Workshops are once a month January 17, February 12, March 14, and April 16; each class is from 6pm – 8pm. 

To register or for more information, call the Foundry Art Centre at 636-255-0270 or visit www.foundryartcentre.org.

The Foundry Art Centre is a fine arts gallery overlooking the Missouri River at 520 North Main Center, in the Frenchtown district of Historic St. Charles.  The Foundry features a Smithsonian-caliber art gallery hosting national juried exhibitions plus 20 working art studios where visitors can watch the creative process and buy art directly from the artists. The not-for-profit art centre also provides community meeting rooms, event space and a children’s art gallery. Hours are Tuesday - Thursday from 10-8pm, Friday and Saturday from 10-5pm, and Sunday 12-4.  Admission is free, and donations are welcome. For more information, call (636) 255-0270 or visit www.foundryartcentre.org.

From the Foundry Art Centre