Ann’s Bright Beginnings Preschool and Daycare were recently visited by Mrs. Barb Searing and her amazing bubbles. We made HUGE bubbles with her magical wands and were absolutely amazed! Mrs. Searing was such a fun guest and we could have played for hours with her bubbles! It is time to register for fall preschool! If…
Northwest State Community College has formally announced its new Dean of the Van Wert campus, Dr. Jon Tomlinson. Tomlinson is the first official hire for the forthcoming Van Wert campus. Dr. Tomlinson earned his Doctorate of Organizational Leadership from Regent University. Dr. Tomlinson most recently held the position of Dean and professor at Ohio Christian…
Mrs. Sue Thomas recently visited our summer program at Ann’s Bright Beginnings with a story, rhythm sticks and an awesome fireworks craft. The children loved it all! It is time to register for fall preschool! If you have a 3 or 4 year old, call 419-399-KIDS (5437) and get on the list now!
The 1918 school building in Defiance has garnered a lot of attention as interested parties have been meeting with city officials to discuss possible reuses for the facility. While the 1918 school building has been a landmark in the community for more than 100 years, there is a lot people don’t know about it. Here…
On behalf of Van Wert City School District, we appreciate your continued support of the district with the passage of the Eggerss Stadium bond issue. Since the bond issue was passed by the voters on May 3, the district’s administration has been working diligently through the bonding process. We are currently waiting for the confirmation…
By: Reporter Caydence Rue During the Paulding County Fair, the Paulding FFA had over 80 members participate in a variety of activities from still projects to livestock projects as well as the kickball tournament. This year’s fair was June 11th-18th, with many activities each day. The Paulding FFA had livestock projects in all the barns…
The Northwest State Community College Board of Trustees met in regular session on Friday, June 24 on the Archbold campus. After roll call, Robbin Wilcox, NSCC Executive Director for Development & NSCC Foundation and Foundation Board Chair Peter Beck presented the Board with a record-setting check in the amount of $1,139,450. The money is designated…
Meet Mrs. Megan Cripe, the new principal of Southwick Elementary School! What made you want to change schools to become principal? What made you want to apply for this position? In my first year as assistant principal at Southwick, I quickly fell in love with the students, staff, and community. The uniquely diverse community provides…
LifeWise Academy in Paulding, Ohio will be expanding by offering classes to Paulding Exempted Village School students in grades 6-8. Students will travel from the Paulding Junior High to the Paulding United Methodist Church where they will receive Bible-based character education. LifeWise Academy already serves students at Paulding Exempted Village Schools in grades K-5. “Thanks…
The Ohio Academy of Science recognizes and awards one hundred twenty-four (124) students with $124,000 in scholarships to attend any Ohio college, university, or post-secondary career center. Funded by the State of Ohio through the Department of Higher Education and operated as a program of The Ohio Academy of Science, Believe in Ohio is a…
The Antwerp Local School Board of Education met in regular session on Thursday, June 30, 2022. Kristine Stuart presented the financial report for the last month and the entire school year: Income: $491,311.88 Interest: $3,748.27 Expenses: $1,026,548.32 96% of the monies had been received and 79.87% had been expended by the end of May. Revised…
The Wayne Trace Local School Board of Education met in special session on Wednesday June 29, 2022 to conduct a final interview for the position of Superintendent. After extensive interviews, the Wayne Trace Local Board of Education believes we have chosen the best candidate who matches the essential qualities the Wayne Trace community is seeking…
By: Elizabeth Bok Over three days the Fairview FFA Officer team bonded while adding their personal touches to the Ag classroom and making it their own. They learned leadership techniques, made goals, and created a calendar for the new year. The officers learned how to work together and be the most successful as a team…
