Each month Paulding Junior High School teachers select one Positive Panther per grade level. These students are recognized for the positive character traits they exhibit as students of Paulding Junior High School. Shown in the picture from left are Jack Daeger (Grade 8), Maddalayna Mullins (Grade 6), and Ivan Martinez (Grade 7).
Paulding Junior High School uses a social-emotional curriculum called The 7-Mindsets to help students explore positive character traits. After each mindset unit is completed teachers at PJHS select Mindset Motivators who have actively participated in the lessons. Shown in the picture above are the PJHS Mindset Motivators for the unit 100% Accountable.
The Paulding County Carnegie Library’s Susan Deatrick, Head of Youth Services has received a grant for Solar Eclipse viewing glasses from SEAL (Solar Eclipses Activities for Libraries). The project was funded by the Gordon and Betty Moore Foundation. The mission of the Gordon and Betty Moorefoundation was established to create positive outcomes for future generations. In…
Payne Elementary awarded their January students of the month for displaying the character word “Generous”. These students show generosity in the classroom and in other situations. Eight of these students were also awarded movie passes to Van Wert Cinemas. Thank you students for doing the right thing. Pictured above are (front row) Bryn Wasserman, River Stoller, Elaine…
Southwest Montessori Academy collected an amazing 370 pairs of shoes during their recent shoe drive for Changing Footprints. The school serves children ages 3-6 and does a community service project each year that includes student learning around the projects. All of the school’s families were encouraged to “clean out their closets” and they responded enthusiastically. Changing…
Get ready for a wine-derful time at the annual John Paulding Historical Society Wine Tasting on Saturday, March 16. Doors will open for the movie-themed event at 6:00 p.m. The fun gets under way at 7:00 p.m. with a selection of tasty wines and cheeses, plus door prizes, silent and live auctions, 50/50 drawing, and…
The Kiwanis Club of Paulding County was privileged to have Mark Holtsberry (Paulding County Historian) as the guest speaker at the February 8, 2024, club meeting. Mark came at the invitation of Bret Mack (Fiscal Officer, Paulding County Carnegie Library). Bret was unable to attend the meeting, so Mark was introduced by Corey Walker (Director,…
In preparation for Defiance County’s Night to Shine event being held on February 9, Hicksville Elementary School held a coloring contest in conjunction with an assembly where students learned more about the event and how important it is to recognize the special qualities in everyone. All coloring entries submitted by the students will be used…
Olivia Meraz, a senior at Wayne Trace High School, has been selected as a State Winner of the 2023-2024 American Legion Americanism and Government Test program. Because Olivia is a State Winner, she has earned a trip to Washington D.C. sponsored by The American Legion Department of Ohio. Olivia is the daughter of Saul and Lucinda…
First Financial Bank donates $5,000 to United Way of Paulding County to help with Community Development. United Way works with local organizations and government entities to support and fight for Health, Education & Financial Stability for the residents of Paulding County. “Donations like this allow us to support early literacy, help combat food insecurity, and…
The Paulding County Land Reutilization Corporation (Land Bank) has acquired the former Bargain Bin building. The building is located at 118 West Perry Street between Hawg’s Tavern and the Paulding theatre building. It has been nearly two years since the Land Bank purchased the Paulding Theatre. Since that purchase, there has been review by…
Did you miss out on Lofton Brown’s inspiring presentation and marketing strategy at the Paulding County Economic Development banquet last November? Don’t worry, we’ve got you covered! Tune in to the latest episode of Paulding County Business Weekly as we sit down with Lofton and his dad Tim to learn about the story behind their family hat business, Something…
By: Grace Goyings, Paulding FFA Reporter The Paulding FFA Chapter’s Food Science Technology team did a great job at the state competition. The Food Science Technology CDE requires students to have an in-depth understanding of food product development, presentation, and food safety issues. Participants use their sensory skills to solve problems and make sound decisions. …
