Pulaski County Area Retired School Personnel

06/01/2026

I’m posting the election calendar for Pulaski County. Remember you can vote in person absentee with no excuse .

06/01/2026

These newsletters are always full of important information. Please read this one, and think about the information regarding the Amendments on our ballots in August. There are other interesting articles as well. If you are an MRTA member, you most likely get this via email. I want to make them available to all our PCARSP members who visit our FB page. But, I also encourage you to join MRTA. They advocate for all retirees. There is strength in numbers.

https://cdn.ymaws.com/portal.mrta.org/resource/resmgr/newsletters/2026newsletters/May_2026_eNewsletter_Vol_4.pdf

05/29/2026

PCARSP MAY 2026 MEETING

The Pulaski County Area Retired School Personnel, PCARSP, a unit of the Missouri Retired Teachers Association and Public-School Personnel, MRTA, met Tuesday May 12, 2026, at Faith Baptist Church, Waynesville. Attendance and payments for dues were collected by Treasurer Pam Anderson and others. The Hosts were Lisa Schwandt and Laura Storie. The meeting was convened at 11:05 am.

Our President Roy Clevenger opened the meeting by welcoming members and guests. Our Guests included Cheryl Vernon who spoke to us about the history of the Snack in a Pack program and its evolution in our area. Also, the support of Salvation Army in helping the program succeed.

The Invocation was led by Robin Hammock. The Pledge of Allegiance was led by Ray Burton. A delicious lunch was provided by Laura Storie. Secretary Cathy Glueck presented the April minutes. Wayne Denton moved and Marilyn Odle seconded that they be accepted. The motion carried.

Treasurer Pam Anderson presented the April Treasurers report. It was filed for audit.

Unfinished Business: NA

New Business: NA

Region 7:

Georgia White, Region 7 Vice President, shared the PCARSP Bylaws and Standing Rules and pointed out some additions that will bring them in line with the MRTA Bylaws. The method of choosing new officers was also discussed and it was moved by Wayne Denton and seconded by Martin White that the wording in the Bylaws should stand and we will follow that procedure for the 2026-2027 School Year. It was also moved by Marilyn Odle and seconded by Martin White that wording about the funding of the Scholarship be added to the Standing Rules. Both motions passed.

Standing Committee Reports:

Membership: Marilyn Odle passed out this year’s retirees from Pulaski County and urged us to personally invite them to join MRTA and our local PCARSP.

Legislative: Martin White reminded us the State Legislative session ends this week. He urged us to respond to Call to Action notices.

Retirement Education: No Report.
Community Impact: Monique Stokes reminded us to continue keeping track of our volunteer hours and donations. She also bragged that our Unit contributed 25,731 volunteer hours, $19,747 in monetary donations and a total of $116,865 in total impact for 2025!

Communications: Jan Primas asked us to share obituaries and items of interest with her for the page.

Appreciation: Debbie Anderson presented us with flower or lettuce seeds, exotic postcards and a treat! She also informed us that over 1000 Lucky Angels are completed and thanked us for signing Thank You cards.

T-Shirts: Robin Hammock let us know that there are still not enough orders to get t-shirts. It was moved by Jan Primas and seconded by Dawn Christian that we have Ray Burton and Debbie Anderson make our PCARSP t-Shirts. The motion carried.

Scholarship: Fonda Crouch Lohraff said the Scholarship would be awarded this week and would be written up for the Dixon Pilot.

Correspondence: Beth Crow reported that we received a Thank You from Women of Faith and a Thank you from Jeanie Porter.

Mystery Trip: Cathy Glueck let everyone know that a successful Mystery Trip was conducted on May 7th to Hermann MO. Nine members enjoyed visits to museums, shopping, lunch and ice cream. She asked everyone to let the committee know what obstacles they see in participating in a Mystery Trip.

Next Meeting: September 8, 2026, 11:00am, Faith Baptist Church, Waynesville. Program: President Roy Clevenger will welcome new members. Service: Teacher Appreciation. Hosts: Marilyn Odle and Robin Hammock

Snack in a Pack $340 ​​Scholarship $172 ​​
50/50 won by Ray Burton $41

The motion to adjourn was made by Robin Hammock and seconded by Faye Crow. The motion carried. Meeting was adjourned at 1:19 pm.

Members attending: Cathy Glueck, Roy Clevenger, Laura Storie, Monique Stokes, Pam Anderson, Karen Britton, Laura Smith, Robin Hammock, Gillian and Dennis Doty, Jenifer Munoz, Martin and Georgia White, Ellen and Steve Brown, Debbie Anderson, Ray Burton, Marie Brown, Lisa Schwandt, David Dicke, Jan Primas, Cheryl Bartlett, Annette and Bill Catts, Linda Volmert, Linda Olney, Fonda Crouch Lohraff, Marilyn Odle, Luge Hardman, Faye Crow, Marti South, Dawn Christian, Beth Crow, Gail Edie, Nelda Carter, Wayne and Carolyn Denton

Submitted by Cathy Glueck 05/28/2026
Photos by Jan Primas

05/25/2026

05/23/2026

Naomi Hand, 2026 graduate of Richland R-VI School District, and daughter of Dean and Susan Hand, earned this year's PCARSP $500 scholarship for a student pursuing an education major. While at Richland, Naomi earned paraprofessional certification from the Go-Caps Program and then worked half-days as an elementary paraprofessional. Noami, who has dreamed of becoming a teacher for as long as she can remember, plans on attending Ozarks Technical Community College and then transferring to Missouri State University's Teacher Education Program. Naomi describes the future teacher she hopes to become as "...being the respected teacher that everyone wants to have. The teacher that students look up to. The teacher who listens and never doubts them or their abilities to be successful....I want to strive to be the best teacher and mentor to my students." Our congratulations to Naomi Hand. We wish you much success and a long career in education. Thanks goes to Fonda Crouch Lohraff, and David Dickie, Co-chairs of our Scholarship Committee for their efforts formulating the parameters of our scholarship. Naomi is the first of many future recipients.

05/22/2026

Recently, the PCARSP Retirement Education Committee spoke to high school students from the area in their Pathways to Teaching classroom at Waynesville Career Center and shared inspirational information and stories about teaching along with details about the Missouri Public School Retirement System as a super benefit to teachers. Following the presentation, one student expressed that it was especially good to hear good things about teaching. According to the Waynesville Career Center website, students in the Pathways to Teaching course receive an introduction "to the exciting and rewarding field of education...hands-on experiences, professional insights, and foundational knowledge for those considering a career in teaching or other education-related professions."

05/10/2026

Our PCARSP MYSTERY TRIP was Thursday, May 7th. We traveled to Hermann, MO. and had a delightful day. Travelers were: Cathy Glueck, Roy Clevenger, Carolyn and Wayne Denton, Robin Hammock, Jenifer Munoz, Debbie Anderson, Ray, Burton, and Jan Primas.
Thanks goes to Cathy and her committee for planning and organizing everything so well. Thanks as well to Kathy and and Wayne for driving. The photos below are by Jan Primas and Cathy Glueck and tell the tale.

05/04/2026

You most likely got this via email from MRTA today. It is from Georgia White and needs your attention. I am posting here for those who might not receive it via email. Please give it your attention before our May 12th meeting.

I am sending you a copy of the By-Law Revisions for Pulaski County Area Retired School Personnel (PCARSP) that will be presented at the next meeting, May 12, 2026 at a change in locations to Faith Baptist Church, 25475 MO-17; Waynesville, MO 65583.

04/30/2026

PCARSP April 2026 Meeting

The Pulaski County Area Retired School Personnel, PCARSP, a unit of the Missouri Retired Teachers Association and Public-School Personnel, MRTA, met Tuesday April 14, 2026, at The Village, St. Robert. Attendance and payments for dues were collected by Treasurer Pam Anderson and others. The Hosts were Georgia White, Debbie Anderson and Marilyn Odle.

The meeting was convened at 11:06 am. Our President Roy Clevenger opened the meeting by welcoming members and guests. Our Guests included Author Darla Noble, and Debbie Becht. She presented the program “Brighten the Corner Where You Are”. Her book of the same name was inspired by a hymn. Her advice was “Don’t try to fit into someone else’s corner but bring others to yours.”

The Invocation was led by Robin Hammock. The Pledge of Allegiance was led by Ray Burton. A delicious lunch was provided by The Village. Secretary Cathy Glueck presented the March minutes. Debbie Anderson moved and Georgia White seconded that they be accepted. The motion carried. Treasurer Pam Anderson presented the February Treasurers report. It was filed for audit. Robin Hammock has stepped up to assist Pam.

Unfinished Business: President Clevenger let us know that no elections were necessary as officers serve a 2 year term. Vice President Myra Dingman let us know she would like to be replaced. A call for a volunteer has gone out!

New Business: It was moved by Lisa Schwandt that an appreciation gift be sent to Jeanie Porter in recognition of her many years of service to PCARSP and that $100 from the 50/50 Fund be used. Gail Edie seconded. The motion passed.

Standing Committee Reports:
Membership: Roster info slips were available for everyone to fill out.

Legislative: Martin White reported that things are moving quickly with the Legislature and to be watching for Calls to Action and to respond asap!

Retirement Education: Lisa Schwandt let us know that 30 teachers attended a Waynesville District Teacher Retirement Program with 7 PCARSP members participating. It was very well received! PCARSP members will also be speaking to Education students at WCC this month.

Community Impact: No report.

Service Communications: Jan Primas asked us to share obituaries and items of interest with her for the page.

Appreciation: Debbie Anderson presented us with a tiny duck and animal cracker snacks! She also informed us that over 950 Lucky Angels are completed!!!

T-Shirts: Robin Hammock mentioned that we still need a few more T-shirt orders to get to the critical number of 12 to place an order.

Scholarship: David Dicke let us know that the applications have been scored and the winner chosen. The announcement will be made in May.

Correspondence: No report.

Mystery Trip: Cathy Glueck let everyone know that the

Mystery Trip will be held on Tuesday April 28. An Evite with details will be forthcoming.

David Dicke made an announcement that Swedeborg School District is looking for teachers.

Region 7: Georgia White reminded us that the Region 7 meeting will be held on April 24, 2026, in Versailles MO.

Next Meeting: May 12, 2026, 11:00am, Faith Baptist Church Waynesville. Program: Cheryl Vernon, Service: Salvation Army and Snack in a Pack.
Women of Faith $304 Scholarship $167 50/50 won by Karen Britton $44

The motion to adjourn was made by Georgia White and seconded by Debbie Anderson. The motion carried. Meeting was adjourned at 12:43 pm.

Members attending: Jan Primas, Pam Anderson, Karen Britton, David Dicke, Ronnie and Betty Layman, Terri Gillette, Cathy Glueck, Marti South, Laura Smith, Linda Olney, Faye Crow, Roy Clevenger, Gail Edie, Debbie Anderson, Ray Burton, Linda Volmert, Marie Brown, Gwendolyn Williams, Myra Dingman, Lisa Schwandt, Robin Hammock, Martin and Georgia White, Ginny Box. Guests: Darla Noble, Debbie Becht

Submitted by Cathy Glueck 04/30/2026
Photos by Jan Primas with apologies for focus issues and the small number of images for this meeting