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BARKS ‘N’ BOOKS Canines, crafts, costumed characters all make reading fun at DES program
PHOTOS BY KATIE GOOD | Katie Good Photography PHOTOS BY KATIE GOOD PHOTOGRAPHY Students, family members, local author Lisa Amstutz, therapy dogs, Dalton Branch Director Teresa Jager and others enjoyed a superhero theme for Dalton Elementary School’s Family Literacy Night March 7. DGKN staff report DALTON Family Literacy Night returned to Dalton Elementary School March…
Read MoreTHE APPLE CREEK BANKING CO. STUDENT OF THE WEEK: Makena Conrad (Week of Oct. 9)
Makena Conrad GRADE: 8 FAMILY: Josh and Lindsey Conrad, Sawyer (brother), and Addy (sister) SELECTED BY TEACHERS FOR: Makena is a kind and caring classmate. She is respectful and a hard working student. She is an active learner in and out of the classroom. Her positive attitude and sportsmanship are seen on the field and…
Read MoreTHE APPLE CREEK BANKING CO. STUDENT OF THE WEEK: Kaylee Parrot (Week of Oct. 2)
Kaylee Parrot GRADE: 8 FAMILY: Parents Brian and Molly, brother Kacen REASON FOR SELECTION: Kaylee has worked hard in every class since day one of school in August! FAVORITE SCHOOL SUBJECT: Math HOBBIES: Hockey, reading, writing, music FAVORITE BOOK: The Wicker King FAVORITE SHOW: The Summer I Turned Pretty FUTURE PLANS: Kaylee wants to go…
Read MoreDALTON STUDENT ATHLETE OF THE WEEK: Kyle Robinson (Week of Oct. 9)
Photo by Lisa McGinty | LMc Photography Kyle Robinson 8th grade boys cross country WHAT HIS COACH HAD TO SAY: “Kyle Robinson gives his best at every practice and meet. He has a great attitude and challenges himself to run a faster time each meet.” Athlete of the Week is sponsored by BellStores Special thanks…
Read MoreDALTON STUDENT ATHLETE OF THE WEEK: Marri Flory (Week of Oct. 9)
Photo by Lisa McGinty | LMc Photography Marri Flory 7th grade volleyball Reason for coach’s nomination: “Marri Flory has been such a positive and fun contribution to this team. She is always smiling and incredibly supportive of her teammates. She has adapted well to each position I put her in and tries to do her…
Read MoreDALTON STUDENT ATHLETE OF THE WEEK: Carson Steiner (Week of Oct. 2)
Photo by LMc Photography Carson Steiner Senior on Dalton cross country team Reason for coach’s nomination: Carson has been a strong senior leader for the boys’ cross country team. He won the Newcomerstown race overall and was just shy of his personal best, leading the entire team to a win that day. Then, a week…
Read MoreTHE APPLE CREEK BANKING CO. STUDENT OF THE WEEK: Clara Sundberg (Week of Sept. 25)
Clara Sundberg Grade: 12 Parents: Roger and Michelle, brothers Gabe and Jake Selected by Teachers Reason for selection: Good standing, amazing character, leadership heavily involved in the school and community. Favorite school subject: Science Hobbies: Running and hanging out with friends Favorite Book: The Four Winds Favorite TV show: Sweet Magnolias Future Plans: Attend college…
Read MoreDALTON STUDENT ATHLETE OF THE WEEK: Keller McFarren (Sept. 18)
(Photo by LMc Photography) Keller McFarren Senior on Dalton’s varsity golf team Reason for coach’s nomination: Keller has had three straight rounds of 43 and continues to improve every time he steps on the golf course. Athlete of the Week is sponsored by BelStores Special thanks to Dalton All Sport Booster Club for this feature
Read MoreTHE APPLE CREEK BANKING CO. STUDENT OF THE WEEK: Waynedale senior Addesa Miller
Addesa Miller Grade: 12 Family: Craig, Rachel, Nehemiah and Ezra Selected by teachers for: Good standing, amazing character, leadership. Favorite school subject: Anatomy Hobbies: Shop, hang out with friends Favorite Book: It Ends with Us Favorite Movie: Creed Future Plans: Attend Georgetown College to play basketball and become a Physician Assistant. Waynedale Student of…
Read MoreDALTON STUDENT ATHLETE OF THE WEEK: Ella Tomlinson
(Photo by LMc Photography) Ella Tomlinson 8th grade volleyball Reason for coach’s nomination: Ella is a positive leader on and off the court. She is consistently putting her best effort and attitude into everything she does. Ella is eager to learn and improve. She shows fairness, responsibility, great sportsmanship, and humility. Ella is a joy…
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