Ava Doster – Valedictorian GPA: 4.372 What university/college are you planning to attend? University of Findlay What type of degree and/or advanced training are you planning to pursue? Biology, minor in Psychology Why have you chosen this particular field of study? I have always loved science and studying the human body. As I’ve grown up,…
Like many events, the graduation ceremony for the Cincinnati College of Mortuary Science was delayed due to the Covid-19 Pandemic. Finally on April 17, 2021, the fall class of the prestigious school was able to hold their graduation ceremony. Paulding County was proudly represented by Matthew Dooley of Dooley Funeral Homes in Antwerp and Payne.…
Paulding Exempted Village Schools inducted three new members into their Academic Hall of Fame during Paulding’s Graduation Ceremony on May 26, 2019. From left to right are: Dr. Greg Ordway – Class of 1974 , Dr. Martin Baughman – Class of 1964, and Mr. John Mohr – Class of 1958.
On December 19, 2018, the Paulding County D.A.R.E. program had a DA.R.E. Graduation for the 5th graders of Payne Elementary. Graduation is a time for the kids to think back on what they have learned in D.A.R.E. and it’s a time to reward the kids for completing the 12 week program. At the end…
The Ohio Technical Center of Vantage Career Center recently celebrated the graduation of seven students from the Police Academy. These students participated in 10 months of a rigorous course of study that saw them attending class four nights a week and many Saturdays to complete 700 hours of training in a wide variety of Peace…
Ann’s Bright Beginnings Preschool held their twelfth graduation at Lafountain Park recently! We had several well-deserving children graduating from preschool onto kindergarten. If you would like to sign your child up for next fall’s preschool class, call 419-399-KIDS.
On January 19, 2018, the Paulding County D.A.R.E. program held its graduation for Payne Elementary fifth graders. Graduation is a time for students to think on what they learned in D.A.R.E. and reward the kids for completing the 12-week program. Each student writes an essay. Deputy Mendez announced during D.A.R.E. graduation that Serenity Rios, Jordan…
Nine students completing Northwest State Community College’s phlebotomy technician certificate program were recently recognized in a special ceremony held for the graduates. This program leads to entry-level positions in the health care field, and students earning the phlebotomy technician certificate may choose to continue their education for an associate degree in medical assisting. The following…
Eight graduates from the Northwest State Community College Law Enforcement Academy were recently honored during a special ceremony. The class successfully completed both the state certification exam and the physical fitness requirements of the program. Current graduates who have taken the Ohio Peace Officer Training Certification examination achieved a 100% first-time pass rate, which is…
The Paulding County Sheriff’s Office D.A.R.E. program held its graduation for Oakwood Elementary fifth graders on April 7, 2017. Each student was required to write an essay before they could graduate. D.A.R.E. program consist of 12 lessons and the essay gives the students a chance to reflect back on the lessons. Essays described what they…
Navy Seaman Britni M. Bolinger recently completed basic training at the Naval Station Great Lakes, Illinois. She graduated from Navy Recruit Training Command on Friday, July 8, 2016 as part of the TG 35- 8 divisions (243-248, 815 and 935). The formal military ceremony honored the Sailor’s hard work and dedication to a new way…
The Harlan Christian School had their end of the year program and graduation Thursday, May 12. The students began the program by reciting the presidents of the United States, the states and dates they were added into the union, books of the Bible, the states and capitals, ABC Bible verses, Psalm 100, Psalm 23, and…
Defiance College held its 129th commencement ceremony on Saturday, May 7. 178 graduates were awarded diplomas during the 12 noon event. The College also presented its highest honor, the Pilgrim Medal, to graduating senior Katie Haydett of Saint Clair Shores, Mich.; and DC alumnus David Westrick of Defiance, Ohio. The bronze Pilgrim Medal is awarded…
