My name is German Naranjo. I like many of these young men found myself in need of desperate help. I…read morewas a liar, a thief, a big mouth and above all a lost soul. I was sent to this home around 2012 along with my twin brother. We both hated being there simply because we were away from home. We would've done anything to leave. We even thought about running away. But I can't run away from my problems. Unlike me, my problems never get tired of running. The first day they made it clear who was in charge. I'm glad they did because if they hadn't, kids would probably still think they can talk back and act a certain way and just end up going home exactly the same. Everyday we had a routine. Waking up at 6AM exactly, make your bed 6:10, brush your teeth 6:15, dress up and line up at the door for breakfast 6:45AM. By 7:30 we started school. I hated it so bad lol I wanted to just not move. But they were just teaching us stubborn spoiled kids how to act like adults. Being there we don't appreciate the time because all we think about is going home and doing that thing we missed the most. They don't have iPads there or TVs or concerts. But they have values and family morals, something this world doesn't teach anymore. You're kids will never ask you to send them here. Just like an infant won't ask you to feed her/him. But as a parent or guardian, you know what's best for them. I'm extremely thankful and proud to say I was a boy here and I learned so many things! How to respect, how to be a scholar, how to work hard, how to live for Jesus, and how to honor my mother and father. Thank you from the bottom of my heart for everything you've taught me. My face didn't always show it when I was a boy there but I had the best time of my life there with my fellow classmates. I truly love this school.

If you're looking for a good school in Southwest Missouri, definitely check out Webb City. I went…read moreto high school there and had a broad academic selection of classes. Everything from auto tech to drama to French to AP Chemistry. The football team is outstanding as is the band program. The teachers throughout the district are highly thought of and the superintendent recently received the 2010 Missouri Superintendent of the Year.

Ok, so this is an honest review of my experience being around this district and what I have…read moreobserved. Also, I know that every school district is going to have issues but this is my experience with this district. To start, buildings clearly need some work. Leak spots can be seen inside several buildings and some areas look rather old and unsanitary. Also, the Middle School building clearly has some issues. Administration CLEARLY doesn't support staff members and the school staff does not seem to flow together well because of bad leadership. Middle School Administration NEEDS TO CHANGE. Also, behavior issues do not seem to get resolved at the Middle School. Principals just put off the duty of discipline and make it the teachers responsibility. Due to this, the school has some MAJOR ISSUES!I do not recommend the Middle School! UPDATE: I have heard from a close source that the district admin has placed a TEMPORARY 3rd principal at the MIDDLE SCHOOL. The principals must really suck if you have to have a SUB principal come in and show you how to do your job. If you are interested in working here you better hope you have a friend or relative that works here because this DISTRICT ONLY hires people with connections to the district. To me this shows that this district does not really care about our kids. They would rather put someone less qualified in a position that has a relative working in their school than a more qualified candidate who could benefit our kids and this district!

Received my Bachelors Degree from PSU...Has an amazing campus and is in a wonderful college town!…read moreSports is also a big deal and it is always fun taking in events! Really tough to beat for the cost in the area.

Lead & Logic is a great place to get your state required MO CCW training. The instructor, Robert is…read morea super nice guy, who is very knowledgeable with firearms training and instruction. His wife, Brenda, assists with the class and she is also great! You do not need to bring your own pistol/revolver for the class. They provide 22LR for the range portion, and only allow 22LR's to be shot because of the size of the range. They will allow you to bring your own pistol. Lead & Logic provides you with everything you need to know, including how to apply to get your license with the sheriff's department, general gun handling, and firearm safety. They also do a through job covering the law! I definitely recommend Lead & Logic!

Excellent Preschool. Very loving teachers and a fun educational enviroment!!read more

Wonderful dance classes! Heather Briley is wonderful with preschoolers. Highly recommend. Low dance…read morefees!

Our granddaughter lobed the 4yo ballet class. Had a super time and the instructor kept them all…read moreinterested and having fun!

Such a wonderful fitness center for women with a great variety of classes and instructors. I go at…read moreleast three times a week and love it!

They are no longer on main st but the new location is convenient. I liked the environment of this…read moregym so much more than a "typical" gym. I am just starting to work out and i tried another gym for one month but i didn't feel that i was welcome there. When i went to check out girlfriends gym it was far more welcoming than the previous one i tried. They have zumba classes here as well as most of the typical equipment you would find in any gym. It's 24 hour access which is nice. It's small but usually not too crowded. The price of a membership is reasonable (24-30 per month) The only downside for some might be that some of the weights don't go over 30 pounds or so.