Storytime bridges language barriers
Storytime bridges language barriersWhen Branson elementary teacher Katy Hafner reads “Little Quack” later this month at Library Center of the Ozarks, the storytime is about more than a fictional duck—it’s about bringing families together across language and cultural lines.The reading is part of Branson School District’s Spanish Storytime, a community program held four times a year that creates a welcoming space for families, often with diverse backgrounds, to learn, connect, and discover common ground. The
Bradleyville puts focus on quality preschool services
Bradleyville Preschool Teacher Sarah Graves plays a letter game with Karsyn Dudley, 3, left, and Navie Norwine, 4. As the Bradleyville School District works through financial challenges, one priority remains unwavering for Superintendent Dr. Kendra Stuart - ensuring every child receives the best academic opportunities.Last summer, as preschool enrollment dipped, Dr. Stuart was faced with a difficult decision: reduce or eliminate a preschool classroom aide. But thanks to a Hope Grant from the Silver Dollar
