Hannan opens season with win over Van, 72-36: "Hannan opens season with win over Van, 72-36
by Sarah Hawley Gallipolis Daily Tribune
12.07.10 - 11:58 pm
ASHTON, W.Va. — The Hannan boys basketball team opened its season on Tuesday evening with an impressive 72-36 victory over Van.
The host Wildcats took a 19-7 lead at the end of the first quarter, and led 31-21 at the halftime intermission. Hannan scored 21 and 20 in the final two quarters, respectively.
For Hannan, the victory matched last season’s winning total and gave head coach Larry Maynard a victory in his first game back at Hannan.
Senior D.J. Black led the Wildcats with a 32 point outing. Derrick Akers had 11 points, Daniel Reynolds and Jacob Taylor added six points each, Coltin Campbell and Brad Fannin each scored five points, Dakota Campbell had three points, and freshmen Ty Paige and Zach Killingsworth each scored two points."
Wednesday, December 8, 2010
Court rules to proceed with U.S. 35 tolls
Court rules to proceed with U.S. 35 tolls: "printCourt rules to proceed with U.S. 35 tolls
by Hope Roush Gallipolis Daily Tribune
12.07.10 - 08:00 pm
POINT PLEASANT — Despite public outcry, tolls are back on the table for the finance of U.S. 35.
On Tuesday, the West Virginia Supreme Court justices ruled that the West Virginia Parkways Authority can now proceed with their public hearings for the toll project. The court appealed the Mason County Commission’s rescinded vote, which pulled their support of the project.
Charles Lanham, member of the local U.S. 35 Advisory Council, said that he was pleased with the court’s decision."
by Hope Roush Gallipolis Daily Tribune
12.07.10 - 08:00 pm
POINT PLEASANT — Despite public outcry, tolls are back on the table for the finance of U.S. 35.
On Tuesday, the West Virginia Supreme Court justices ruled that the West Virginia Parkways Authority can now proceed with their public hearings for the toll project. The court appealed the Mason County Commission’s rescinded vote, which pulled their support of the project.
Charles Lanham, member of the local U.S. 35 Advisory Council, said that he was pleased with the court’s decision."
More than 100 projects featured at county science fair
More than 100 projects featured at county science fair: "More than 100 projects featured at county science fair
by Hope Roush Gallipolis Daily Tribune
12.07.10 - 07:57 pm
POINT PLEASANT — A sea of projects ranging from topics such as chemistry and engineering flooded the National Guard Armory on Tuesday for the Mason County Science Fair.
A total of 106 projects were presented for the Division I portion of the fair. All students who participated in this year’s fair were required to form a hypothesis and conduct an experiment. Participants also had to identify a conclusion.
In addition, students were required to use a visual display and had to present their project in front of a team of judges. Volunteers from the local community served as this year’s judges.
Students competed in 14 different categories, which included: Animal Sciences; Behavioral and Social Sciences; Biochemistry; Cellular and Molecular Biology; Chemistry; Energy and Transportation; Engineering: Electrical and Mechanical; Engineering: Materials and Bioengineering; Environmental Sciences; Mathematical Sciences; Medicine and Health Science; Microbiology; Physics and Astronomy; and Plant Sciences. There was not a separate team category for this year’s fair. Those who competed as teams were grouped in the individual category that pertained to their project."
by Hope Roush Gallipolis Daily Tribune
12.07.10 - 07:57 pm
POINT PLEASANT — A sea of projects ranging from topics such as chemistry and engineering flooded the National Guard Armory on Tuesday for the Mason County Science Fair.
A total of 106 projects were presented for the Division I portion of the fair. All students who participated in this year’s fair were required to form a hypothesis and conduct an experiment. Participants also had to identify a conclusion.
In addition, students were required to use a visual display and had to present their project in front of a team of judges. Volunteers from the local community served as this year’s judges.
Students competed in 14 different categories, which included: Animal Sciences; Behavioral and Social Sciences; Biochemistry; Cellular and Molecular Biology; Chemistry; Energy and Transportation; Engineering: Electrical and Mechanical; Engineering: Materials and Bioengineering; Environmental Sciences; Mathematical Sciences; Medicine and Health Science; Microbiology; Physics and Astronomy; and Plant Sciences. There was not a separate team category for this year’s fair. Those who competed as teams were grouped in the individual category that pertained to their project."
Wednesday, December 1, 2010
MASON COUNTY SCHOOL'S ACCREDITATION REPORT
From financial issues & staffing issues to countywide test scores and accreditation status. This report alerts and/or reassures parents, community members and county taxpayers about what is going on in Mason County Schools! Access the full report here.
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Announced on-site reviews (five days in advance) were conducted at Mason County School District and – Ashton Elementary School, Beale Elementary School, Leon Elementary School, New Haven Elementary School, Roosevelt Elementary School, Point Pleasant Intermediate School, Hannan High School, and Point Pleasant Junior/Senior High School, and Wahama High School October 25 – 28, 2010. The OEPA conducted the reviews which concentrated on student, school, and school system performance and progress. The reviews also consisted of resource evaluation.
Based upon the results of the Education Performance Audits, it is recommended and a motion is requested that the WVBE approve the recommendations listed in the Mason County School District Report."
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See the full report here:
Wednesday, November 24, 2010
35 ISSUE WILL IMPACT SOUTHERN MASON COUNTY
TOLLS WILL AFFECT SAFETY
There has been a perceptible increase in traffic on local roads during the construction phase of the 35 upgrade. Unfortunately the implementations of toll roads will result in many more motorist exploring alternate non-toll roads.
With the economic stress many feel, saving money on unnecessary tolls could be an “easy” savings…. Thus resulting in more traffic on roads not meant for heavier traffic flow.
Thanks to the Mason County Commission for bringing much needed attention to this issue.
Please feel free to share your feelings in an appropriate manner on this site.
Below is a link in the Point Pleasant Register addressing the latest legal issue. The West Virginia Supreme court is now involved in this issue.
POINT PLEASANT — The battle over tolling U.S. 35 rages on.
The state Supreme Court has given the Mason County Commission until Dec. 6 to explain why they should not be forced to support the tolling of U.S. 35. Read more: Point Pleasant (WV) Register - Supreme Court wants answers from Mason Co Commission Dec 6 set as deadline to explain stance against U S 35 tolls
Hannan Graduate Tyler Sharp & America's Got Talent
Local singer auditions for America’s Got Talent
by Delyssa Huffman Gallipolis Daily Tribune
11.23.10 - 10:47 pm
ASHTON — It’s not everyday that dreams become a reality, but so far for Tyler Sharp, those goals of stardom are now closer in reach as the 21-year old just returned from a trip to New York to audition for America’s Got Talent.
NBC’s top rated summer series searches for acts of all ages, and brings the variety format back to the forefront of American culture by showcasing performers from across the country.
And Sharp had exactly what producers were searching for when they saw his on-line audition of him singing, “The Anchor Holds.”
“I saw an ad on Google calling for YouTube auditions for America’s Got Talent. I already had several videos posted on my YouTube account, so I thought, why not send one in and see what happens,” Sharp said. “They were calling for 90-second videos and mine was over five minutes long. Honestly, until I got the call, I had completely forgotten about submitting the video.”
The call to travel to New York and audition live in front of producers came during the Point Pleasant Big Blacks playoff game. At first, Sharp believed the call from the casting crew was a joke.
“I thought it must have been a joke, but then I knew that I hadn’t told anybody at all that I had submitted the video,” Sharp said. “The guy said he was really impressed with how deep my voice is.”
Sharp was then asked to travel to NYC by either Sunday or Monday of the following week to give the producers a chance to meet with him. “Of course I said yes,” Sharp replied.
Sharp’s live audition was just as exciting, as he talked about being ushered ahead of the crowd gathered to try-out.
“When I got there, we stood in line for a bit. As we approached the registration desk, I handed in the paperwork that the casting producer had emailed me and when they looked at it, they got on their headset and said, “We have a Q Act up front,” Sharp said.
The singer continued to say that he didn’t have to waiting in the main holding area (a large arena), but instead, he and his family was escorted into a back room for all of the Q Acts. Sharp was among 15 other Q Act contestants.
“They told me I could audition whenever I wanted,” Sharp said. “And since I was a Q Act, I was given the opportunity to audition in a room by myself with three producers, rather than in a group of 20.”
The thrilling experience continued when Sharp was asked to sing two songs, and low notes. He first chose Jeff Buckley’s “Hallelujah” and Josh Turner’s, “Long Black Train.”
At the end of the audition, casting producers talked for about 10 minutes after Sharp sang. Then they told him he would be called by March if he was chosen to be on the live show.
“Before they let me go though, a camera crew was called in. They escorted me to the large arena where they introduced me to everyone as “America’s Deepest Voice,”” Sharp said. “Hundreds upon hundreds of contestants were asked to gather behind me as they filmed me saying, “America, I’ve got talent!” in my deepest voice. Then they had the crowd cheer and clap for me in the background. It took about six takes to get it right. It was crazy!”
Back home, Sharp recalled his trip and said the best part has been all of the support and encouragement everyone has been giving him.
“My momma’s face when I came back into the room after auditioning and being filmed was priceless,” Sharp said.
It was about 11 years ago when Sharp began singing at Barton Chapel Church where he currently attends.
“This was around the time my voice started dropping and getting deeper,” Sharp said.
At first, Sharp sang with a group of guys throughout middle school and part of high school called the Faithful 5 around Mason and Putnam Counties. Then he began to sing with his aunt Michelle at different churches around the community. Now, he plays piano at church and sings there each Sunday. He also is invited to sing at other local churches.
Sharp is a 2007 graduate of Hannan High School and is currently a senior at Marshall University where he is majoring in philosophy. He said he has intentions of either pursuing a Ph.D. in the subject or going to law school.
“If singing were to become a real option for me, though, I’d do it in a heartbeat,” Sharp added.
His advice to those hoping to make their dreams come true?
“Even though I’m really in no position to give advice on how to make others dreams come true, I’d say that the best way to get recognized is to put yourself out there, locally and on the Internet,” Sharp said. “YouTube has gotten me attention from nationally touring quartets and from people around the world. That’s the power of YouTube.”
America’s Got Talent, from producers FremantleMedia North America and Simon Cowell’s SYCO Television, returns this summer with the hottest performers from across the country ready to compete in the blockbuster reality show’s fifth season. Howie Mandel (“Deal or No Deal”), one of America’s favorite entertainers, joins returning celebrity judges Sharon Osbourne and Piers Morgan this season, while actor/producer/comedian Nick Cannon returns as host.
The series is a true celebration of the American spirit, featuring a colorful array of hopeful stars, including singers, dancers, comedians, contortionists, impressionists, jugglers, magicians and ventriloquists, all vying for their chance to strut and perform on stage hoping to win America's hearts -- and the $1 million prize.
To view Sharp’s audition video or to check out his other videos, please visit: www.youtube.com/user/tylerjamessharp88.
Sharp is the son of Gary and Lisa Foley.
Copyright 2010 Gallipolis Daily Tribune. All rights reserved.
© mydailyregister.com 2010
by Delyssa Huffman Gallipolis Daily Tribune
11.23.10 - 10:47 pm
ASHTON — It’s not everyday that dreams become a reality, but so far for Tyler Sharp, those goals of stardom are now closer in reach as the 21-year old just returned from a trip to New York to audition for America’s Got Talent.
NBC’s top rated summer series searches for acts of all ages, and brings the variety format back to the forefront of American culture by showcasing performers from across the country.The call to travel to New York and audition live in front of producers came during the Point Pleasant Big Blacks playoff game. At first, Sharp believed the call from the casting crew was a joke.
“I thought it must have been a joke, but then I knew that I hadn’t told anybody at all that I had submitted the video,” Sharp said. “The guy said he was really impressed with how deep my voice is.”
Sharp was then asked to travel to NYC by either Sunday or Monday of the following week to give the producers a chance to meet with him. “Of course I said yes,” Sharp replied.
Sharp’s live audition was just as exciting, as he talked about being ushered ahead of the crowd gathered to try-out.
“When I got there, we stood in line for a bit. As we approached the registration desk, I handed in the paperwork that the casting producer had emailed me and when they looked at it, they got on their headset and said, “We have a Q Act up front,” Sharp said.
The singer continued to say that he didn’t have to waiting in the main holding area (a large arena), but instead, he and his family was escorted into a back room for all of the Q Acts. Sharp was among 15 other Q Act contestants.
“They told me I could audition whenever I wanted,” Sharp said. “And since I was a Q Act, I was given the opportunity to audition in a room by myself with three producers, rather than in a group of 20.”
The thrilling experience continued when Sharp was asked to sing two songs, and low notes. He first chose Jeff Buckley’s “Hallelujah” and Josh Turner’s, “Long Black Train.”
At the end of the audition, casting producers talked for about 10 minutes after Sharp sang. Then they told him he would be called by March if he was chosen to be on the live show.
“Before they let me go though, a camera crew was called in. They escorted me to the large arena where they introduced me to everyone as “America’s Deepest Voice,”” Sharp said. “Hundreds upon hundreds of contestants were asked to gather behind me as they filmed me saying, “America, I’ve got talent!” in my deepest voice. Then they had the crowd cheer and clap for me in the background. It took about six takes to get it right. It was crazy!”
Back home, Sharp recalled his trip and said the best part has been all of the support and encouragement everyone has been giving him.
“My momma’s face when I came back into the room after auditioning and being filmed was priceless,” Sharp said.
It was about 11 years ago when Sharp began singing at Barton Chapel Church where he currently attends.
“This was around the time my voice started dropping and getting deeper,” Sharp said.
At first, Sharp sang with a group of guys throughout middle school and part of high school called the Faithful 5 around Mason and Putnam Counties. Then he began to sing with his aunt Michelle at different churches around the community. Now, he plays piano at church and sings there each Sunday. He also is invited to sing at other local churches.
Sharp is a 2007 graduate of Hannan High School and is currently a senior at Marshall University where he is majoring in philosophy. He said he has intentions of either pursuing a Ph.D. in the subject or going to law school.
“If singing were to become a real option for me, though, I’d do it in a heartbeat,” Sharp added.
His advice to those hoping to make their dreams come true?
“Even though I’m really in no position to give advice on how to make others dreams come true, I’d say that the best way to get recognized is to put yourself out there, locally and on the Internet,” Sharp said. “YouTube has gotten me attention from nationally touring quartets and from people around the world. That’s the power of YouTube.”
America’s Got Talent, from producers FremantleMedia North America and Simon Cowell’s SYCO Television, returns this summer with the hottest performers from across the country ready to compete in the blockbuster reality show’s fifth season. Howie Mandel (“Deal or No Deal”), one of America’s favorite entertainers, joins returning celebrity judges Sharon Osbourne and Piers Morgan this season, while actor/producer/comedian Nick Cannon returns as host.
The series is a true celebration of the American spirit, featuring a colorful array of hopeful stars, including singers, dancers, comedians, contortionists, impressionists, jugglers, magicians and ventriloquists, all vying for their chance to strut and perform on stage hoping to win America's hearts -- and the $1 million prize.
To view Sharp’s audition video or to check out his other videos, please visit: www.youtube.com/user/tylerjamessharp88.
Sharp is the son of Gary and Lisa Foley.
Copyright 2010 Gallipolis Daily Tribune. All rights reserved.
© mydailyregister.com 2010
Sunday, November 21, 2010
Peoples Bank donates to Crosslight of Hope
Peoples Bank donates to Crosslight of Hope: "Peoples Bank donates to Crosslight of Hope
by Delyssa Huffman Gallipolis Daily Tribune
11.09.10 - 09:15 pm
ASHTON — Peoples Bancorp Foundation, a non-profit corporation formed to make donations on behalf of Peoples Bank and its family of companies, recently donated a total of $13,500 to 20 area food pantries. And Crosslight of Hope, a Southern Mason County ministry, was presented with $1,000 by local branch managers on Monday.
“This will help us provide food for our clients in their time of need,” Traci Livingston, director of the ministry said. “We are so thankful for Peoples Bank and their contribution.”
Sharon Stapleton, Leigh Ann Baird and Amanda Pearce visited Crosslight on Monday and received a tour of the facility that has been providing much needed household items, clothing, and food for those struggling in the area."
by Delyssa Huffman Gallipolis Daily Tribune
11.09.10 - 09:15 pm
ASHTON — Peoples Bancorp Foundation, a non-profit corporation formed to make donations on behalf of Peoples Bank and its family of companies, recently donated a total of $13,500 to 20 area food pantries. And Crosslight of Hope, a Southern Mason County ministry, was presented with $1,000 by local branch managers on Monday.
“This will help us provide food for our clients in their time of need,” Traci Livingston, director of the ministry said. “We are so thankful for Peoples Bank and their contribution.”
Sharon Stapleton, Leigh Ann Baird and Amanda Pearce visited Crosslight on Monday and received a tour of the facility that has been providing much needed household items, clothing, and food for those struggling in the area."
Sunday, October 31, 2010
Hannan class to particpate in statewide e-project
Hannan class to particpate in statewide e-project: "Hannan class to particpate in statewide e-project
by Delyssa Huffman Point Pleasant (Wv) Register
10.30.10 - 03:28 pm
ASHTON — Hannan Jr/Sr High School’s Web Page Publishing Class recently was selected to particpate in a statewide E-Government project.
According to students in the class, the goal of the project is to create and publish a web site that is accessible from the West Virginia state portal (wv.gov) for every county and municipality in the state.
The project requires students to collect certain information and upload it to the Community Connect Foundation’s web site. The class is responsible for Mason County’s municipalities and townships including New Haven, Hartford, Mason and Henderson."
by Delyssa Huffman Point Pleasant (Wv) Register
10.30.10 - 03:28 pm
ASHTON — Hannan Jr/Sr High School’s Web Page Publishing Class recently was selected to particpate in a statewide E-Government project.
According to students in the class, the goal of the project is to create and publish a web site that is accessible from the West Virginia state portal (wv.gov) for every county and municipality in the state.
The project requires students to collect certain information and upload it to the Community Connect Foundation’s web site. The class is responsible for Mason County’s municipalities and townships including New Haven, Hartford, Mason and Henderson."
Senior Spotlight: Derrick Akers
Senior Spotlight: Derrick Akers — Hannan High School
by Delyssa Huffman Gallipolis Daily Tribune
10.27.10 - 09:31 pm
ASHTON — It’s nothing but the net for Derrick Akers, a member of the Class of 2011 at Hannan High School.
A basketball fan and player his whole life, Akers is looking forward to making the most of his final year, especially during this year’s season.
Having played on the Varsity team since his freshman year, Akers said he values everything about the sport.
“I like getting to play with my friends and working as a team. It also gives me something to do.”
Akers, a highly decorated player in the small forward position, was selected for the All-Tournament Basketball Award last year. He also will be one of the co-captain’s this year.
For Akers, basketball has been more than a sport.
“Not only did I become a better player throughout the years, but basketball really taught me to learn how to not get down when we were losing. By being on a team, I’ve learned to work losing situations out and play to the fullest.”
The Wildcats played their best record during Akers first year on the team, but with practice beginning in November, this senior already has goals of averaging 12-15 points per game.
While this is his last year as a Wildcat, Akers has hopes of playing college ball.
“I will definitely miss playing with my teammates,” he said. “Some of us have been together since elementary school. But it would be nice to continue to play.”
Akers will be attending Marshall University next fall to major in criminal justice. He said he wants to get a degree first, then attend a policy academy. He said that maybe later on, he might even try being on a S.W.A.T. team.
“I have a friend who went to the police academy and he really liked it,” Akers said. “And I have always wanted to be a cop, so I plan to get my degree and see where that leads me.”
Akers also said he chose Marshall because it’s close to home.
“My parents have always inspired me to get a good education, and to be a good person, and my future ambition is to accomplish that, have a nice job and live a healthy life.”
Also at HHS, Akers was involved in the Future Farmers of America (FFA) and National Honor Society (NHS) during his sophomore-junior year. He said he really enjoyed helping out in community projects with both, especially planting memorial trees at the school as part of FFA. He additionally takes college-credit courses.
Click on The Point Pleasant Register to read the entire story!
Copyright 2010 Gallipolis Daily Tribune. All rights reserved.
© mydailyregister.com 2010
by Delyssa Huffman Gallipolis Daily Tribune
10.27.10 - 09:31 pm
ASHTON — It’s nothing but the net for Derrick Akers, a member of the Class of 2011 at Hannan High School.
A basketball fan and player his whole life, Akers is looking forward to making the most of his final year, especially during this year’s season.
Having played on the Varsity team since his freshman year, Akers said he values everything about the sport.Akers, a highly decorated player in the small forward position, was selected for the All-Tournament Basketball Award last year. He also will be one of the co-captain’s this year.
For Akers, basketball has been more than a sport.
“Not only did I become a better player throughout the years, but basketball really taught me to learn how to not get down when we were losing. By being on a team, I’ve learned to work losing situations out and play to the fullest.”
The Wildcats played their best record during Akers first year on the team, but with practice beginning in November, this senior already has goals of averaging 12-15 points per game.
While this is his last year as a Wildcat, Akers has hopes of playing college ball.
“I will definitely miss playing with my teammates,” he said. “Some of us have been together since elementary school. But it would be nice to continue to play.”
Akers will be attending Marshall University next fall to major in criminal justice. He said he wants to get a degree first, then attend a policy academy. He said that maybe later on, he might even try being on a S.W.A.T. team.
“I have a friend who went to the police academy and he really liked it,” Akers said. “And I have always wanted to be a cop, so I plan to get my degree and see where that leads me.”
Akers also said he chose Marshall because it’s close to home.
“My parents have always inspired me to get a good education, and to be a good person, and my future ambition is to accomplish that, have a nice job and live a healthy life.”
Also at HHS, Akers was involved in the Future Farmers of America (FFA) and National Honor Society (NHS) during his sophomore-junior year. He said he really enjoyed helping out in community projects with both, especially planting memorial trees at the school as part of FFA. He additionally takes college-credit courses.
Click on The Point Pleasant Register to read the entire story!
Copyright 2010 Gallipolis Daily Tribune. All rights reserved.
© mydailyregister.com 2010
Generals! » Local Sports » Bluefield Daily Telegraph, Bluefield, WV
Generals! » Local Sports » Bluefield Daily Telegraph, Bluefield, WV: "Montcalm earns first victory
By JONATHAN GREENE
Bluefield Daily Telegraph The Bluefield Daily Telegraph Sun Oct 31, 2010, 05:00 AM EDT
MONTCALM — By JONATHAN GREENE
Bluefield Daily Telegraph
MONTCALM — Despite a rough year, Montcalm has not given up and continued to play hard.
It showed Saturday afternoon at Prudich Stadium as the Generals won their first game this year 47-6 over visiting Hannan."
By JONATHAN GREENE
Bluefield Daily Telegraph The Bluefield Daily Telegraph Sun Oct 31, 2010, 05:00 AM EDT
MONTCALM — By JONATHAN GREENE
Bluefield Daily Telegraph
MONTCALM — Despite a rough year, Montcalm has not given up and continued to play hard.
It showed Saturday afternoon at Prudich Stadium as the Generals won their first game this year 47-6 over visiting Hannan."
Sunday, October 10, 2010
Tornado Damage and Memories
Tornado Damage and Memories: "Along the way, both mesos dropped tornadoes. The ’98 storm producing touchdowns in Gallipolis and Apple Grove, Buffalo, St. Albans, Kanawha City and Cabin Creek in WV."
Senior Spotlight: Samantha Mayes
Senior Spotlight: Samantha Mayes, Hannan High School
by Delyssa Huffman Gallipolis Daily Tribune
10.06.10 - 09:20 pm
ASHTON — An active student and community member, Samantha Mayes of Hannan High School has a passion for helping others.
This 17-year old who played basketball for two years, now enjoys teaching the younger generation skills to play on the court.
“I really enjoy helping kids with learning how to play basketball,” Mayes said. “The best part is seeing the expression on a child’s face when they do something good. It’s a win/win situation for me.”
And while she hasn’t played since her sophomore year, Mayes said being a member of the Lady Cats basketball team was fun. She has coached for the Ashton Buddy League since she was a freshman, and looks forward to this year’s season.
Also during her sophomore year, the senior athlete ran track, competing in the 100-meter and 200-meter dash, and the long jump. But now the senior is solely focusing on her education.
“I really enjoy learning new things,” Mayes said about why she likes Hannan. “Hannan is such a great school and I feel as if there is always some type of knowledge to be gained here.”
Two organizations that she has been involved in are Future Business Leaders of America (FBLA) and the National Honor Society (NHS).
“I have been a member of FBLA for four years, and have served as secretary for the past two years,” Mayes said.
She competes in the public speaking event, and has placed on the state level, taking fifth and sixth places in past competitions. She also is on the desktop publishing team.
“I really like FBLA because I love to travel, make close connections with my teammates, and because I get to be myself,” the senior said.
As part of NHS, Mayes participates in community activities, and helps during graduation ceremonies at the school. She has served as the secretary of the organization during her junior and senior years.
Mayes also has enjoyed taking the stage in several school plays. Just last year, she had the role as Alice in ‘Wonderland Rock’, a spin-off of Alice in Wonderland. She also has been involved in the school plays in her eighth and tenth grade years.
“I like acting because I have a lot of fun,” Mayes said. “I also enjoy getting to be myself and someone else at the same time.”
Click on The Point Pleasant Register to read the entire story!
Copyright 2010 Gallipolis Daily Tribune. All rights reserved.
by Delyssa Huffman Gallipolis Daily Tribune
10.06.10 - 09:20 pm
This 17-year old who played basketball for two years, now enjoys teaching the younger generation skills to play on the court.
“I really enjoy helping kids with learning how to play basketball,” Mayes said. “The best part is seeing the expression on a child’s face when they do something good. It’s a win/win situation for me.”
And while she hasn’t played since her sophomore year, Mayes said being a member of the Lady Cats basketball team was fun. She has coached for the Ashton Buddy League since she was a freshman, and looks forward to this year’s season.
Also during her sophomore year, the senior athlete ran track, competing in the 100-meter and 200-meter dash, and the long jump. But now the senior is solely focusing on her education.
“I really enjoy learning new things,” Mayes said about why she likes Hannan. “Hannan is such a great school and I feel as if there is always some type of knowledge to be gained here.”
Two organizations that she has been involved in are Future Business Leaders of America (FBLA) and the National Honor Society (NHS).
“I have been a member of FBLA for four years, and have served as secretary for the past two years,” Mayes said.
She competes in the public speaking event, and has placed on the state level, taking fifth and sixth places in past competitions. She also is on the desktop publishing team.
“I really like FBLA because I love to travel, make close connections with my teammates, and because I get to be myself,” the senior said.
As part of NHS, Mayes participates in community activities, and helps during graduation ceremonies at the school. She has served as the secretary of the organization during her junior and senior years.
Mayes also has enjoyed taking the stage in several school plays. Just last year, she had the role as Alice in ‘Wonderland Rock’, a spin-off of Alice in Wonderland. She also has been involved in the school plays in her eighth and tenth grade years.
“I like acting because I have a lot of fun,” Mayes said. “I also enjoy getting to be myself and someone else at the same time.”
Click on The Point Pleasant Register to read the entire story!
Copyright 2010 Gallipolis Daily Tribune. All rights reserved.
Sunday, September 26, 2010
HOPE FOR HANNAH
Hope for Hannah
Benefit Dinner & Raffle
October 1st, 2010
6:00 - 7:30 pm
Hannan High Cafeteria
Spaghetti, Hot Rolls, Salad, Drink and Dessert
*Take-Out Orders Available
Saturday, September 25, 2010
Point Pleasant (WV) Register - Laps for Life this weekend
Point Pleasant (WV) Register - Laps for Life this weekend: "APPLE GROVE — Cancer hits home for many of us, and Kaitlyn Ellis, a junior at Hannan High School, has organized an awareness walk this weekend to help others become aware of its effects on family, friends and the community.
“I previously attended a Hugh O’Brian Youth Leadership Seminar and was encouraged to make a difference in the world,” Ellis said. “When I came back, I knew I wanted to do something in my community to help others.”
Ellis organized the event after her grandfather, Buddy Ellis, passed away in July with prostate cancer. Her grandmother, Peggy Cook, recently finished treatments and surgery for uterine cancer, and currently has no signs of cancer.
“After my papa passed, I decided to use my passion to reach out and help others,” Ellis said. “So many families and friends in my community are afflicted by cancer, so I wanted to give back to them by organizing this cancer walk.”
Laps for Life, held this Saturday at Ashton Elementary, will begin after registration at 9 a.m. Ellis hopes the entire community comes out to support the cause. Shirts will be given to the first 100 walkers, and according to the organizer, there is no registration fee, just strictly donations."
“I previously attended a Hugh O’Brian Youth Leadership Seminar and was encouraged to make a difference in the world,” Ellis said. “When I came back, I knew I wanted to do something in my community to help others.”
Ellis organized the event after her grandfather, Buddy Ellis, passed away in July with prostate cancer. Her grandmother, Peggy Cook, recently finished treatments and surgery for uterine cancer, and currently has no signs of cancer.
“After my papa passed, I decided to use my passion to reach out and help others,” Ellis said. “So many families and friends in my community are afflicted by cancer, so I wanted to give back to them by organizing this cancer walk.”
Laps for Life, held this Saturday at Ashton Elementary, will begin after registration at 9 a.m. Ellis hopes the entire community comes out to support the cause. Shirts will be given to the first 100 walkers, and according to the organizer, there is no registration fee, just strictly donations."
Point Pleasant (WV) Register - Seven Mason County Schools meet AYP
Point Pleasant (WV) Register - Seven Mason County Schools meet AYP: "Hannan Jr/Sr High School met AYP status in Reading/Language Arts and Mathematics in the All and White subgroups. In addition, the school made AYP status in Low Socio-Economic in Reading/Language Arts and by the confidence interval in Mathematics and graduation rate."
Injuries prompt W.Va. high school to forfeit game - NewsandSentinel.com | News, Sports, Jobs, Community Information - Parkersburg News and Sentinel
Injuries prompt W.Va. high school to forfeit game - NewsandSentinel.com News, Sports, Jobs, Community Information - Parkersburg News and Sentinel: "CHARLESTON, W.Va. (AP) — Hannan High School has forfeited this week's football game against neighboring Buffalo due to an injury-depleted roster.
The Mason County school has as many as eight injured players who haven't received medical clearance to return to the field, Hannan Principal Karen Oldham said Wednesday.
'We knew going into that game we would have roughly 11-12 that could have been released by Friday,' Oldham said. 'We would have been playing the same boys on offense and defense.'"
The Mason County school has as many as eight injured players who haven't received medical clearance to return to the field, Hannan Principal Karen Oldham said Wednesday.
'We knew going into that game we would have roughly 11-12 that could have been released by Friday,' Oldham said. 'We would have been playing the same boys on offense and defense.'"
Hannan forfeits football game to Buffalo - Prep Sports - The Charleston Gazette - West Virginia News and Sports -
Hannan forfeits football game to Buffalo - Prep Sports - The Charleston Gazette - West Virginia News and Sports -: "September 22, 2010
Hannan forfeits football game to Buffalo
Hannan High School has forfeited this week's football game against neighboring Buffalo due to an injury-depleted roster.
By Staff, wire reports
The Charleston Gazette
Advertiser
Hannan High School has forfeited this week's football game against neighboring Buffalo due to an injury-depleted roster.
The Mason County school has as many as eight injured players who haven't received medical clearance to return to the field, Hannan principal Karen Oldham said Wednesday.
'We knew going into that game we would have roughly 11-12 that could have been released by Friday,'' Oldham said. 'We would have been playing the same boys on offense and defense.''"
Hannan forfeits football game to Buffalo
Hannan High School has forfeited this week's football game against neighboring Buffalo due to an injury-depleted roster.
By Staff, wire reports
The Charleston Gazette
Advertiser
Hannan High School has forfeited this week's football game against neighboring Buffalo due to an injury-depleted roster.
The Mason County school has as many as eight injured players who haven't received medical clearance to return to the field, Hannan principal Karen Oldham said Wednesday.
'We knew going into that game we would have roughly 11-12 that could have been released by Friday,'' Oldham said. 'We would have been playing the same boys on offense and defense.''"
Thursday, September 23, 2010
School of Writers
CONGRATULATIONS
HANNAN
for being recognized as a
West Virginia Reading Associaton School of Writers
for the 2009-2110 school year!
Wednesday, September 22, 2010
Saturday, September 18, 2010
WV HS Football Game Notes
WV HS Football Game Notes: "Game Postponed Due to Health Reasons
Hannan (0-3) -
Burch (1-2) -
Postponed
The football team at Hannan High School have been the victims of a nasty virus that hit the school this week, so with 11 members of the squad being sick, the game at Burch scheduled for Saturday night has been postponed until Friday, November 5th. The game with Gilmer County originally scheduled for that date has been moved to October 8th."
Hannan (0-3) -
Burch (1-2) -
Postponed
The football team at Hannan High School have been the victims of a nasty virus that hit the school this week, so with 11 members of the squad being sick, the game at Burch scheduled for Saturday night has been postponed until Friday, November 5th. The game with Gilmer County originally scheduled for that date has been moved to October 8th."
Tuesday, August 31, 2010
HANNAN MEETS AYP
Hannan Staff & Students
for meeting AYP during
2009-2010 school year!
GREAT JOB!
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HANNAN
Senior Basketball(B) Schedule
Events
1 12/07/10 07:30PM H VAN -
2 12/14/10 07:30PM A SAINT JOSEPH CENTRAL -
3 12/17/10 07:30PM A TEAYS VALLEY CHRISTIAN -
4 12/21/10 07:30PM A VAN -
5 12/28/10 07:30PM A WAHAMA -
6 01/04/11 07:30PM H CALVARY CHRISTIAN -
7 01/07/11 07:30PM H ROANE COUNTY -
8 01/11/11 07:30PM A CROSSLANES CHRISTIAN -
9 01/14/11 07:30PM H OHIO VALLEY CHRISTIAN -
10 01/15/11 04:00PM A HATFIELD/MCCOY SHOOTOUT-WILLIAMSON, WV -
11 01/18/11 07:30PM H CROSSLANES CHRISTIAN -
12 01/25/11 07:30PM H BUFFALO -
13 01/28/11 07:30PM A OHIO VALLEY CHRISTIAN -
14 02/01/11 07:30PM H HOMETOWN INVITATIONAL TOURNAMENT-HOME/AWAY TBA -
15 02/04/11 07:30PM H HOMETOWN INVITATIONAL TOURNAMENT-HOME/AWAY TBA -
16 02/08/11 07:30PM H HOMETOWN INVITATIONAL TOURNAMENT-HOME/AWAY TBA -
17 02/12/11 01:00PM A HOMETOWN INVITATIONAL TOURNAMENT-SUMMERSVILLE, WV -
18 02/15/11 07:30PM A ROANE COUNTY -
19 02/18/11 07:30PM H SAINT JOSEPH CENTRAL -
20 02/22/11 07:30PM A BUFFALO -
21 02/24/11 07:30PM A CALVARY CHRISTIAN -
22 02/25/11 07:30PM H TEAYS VALLEY CHRISTIAN
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HANNAN 2010 FOOTBALL TEAM
HANNAN
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Tuesday, August 17, 2010
New Bell Schedule
Please note: Start time for school has changed and ALL students will report to LINKS/Homeroom daily.
High School Bell Schedule Junior High Bell Schedule
Links (Homeroom)7:45 – 8:00 Links (Homeroom) 7:45 – 8:00
First Period 8:05 - 8:50 First Period 8:05 – 8:50
Second Period 8:55 – 9:40 Second Period 8:55 – 9:40
Grab-N-Go 9:40 – 9:50 Grab-N-Go 9:40 – 9:50
Third Period 9:50 - 10:35 Third Period 9:50 – 10:35
Fourth Period 10:40 - 11:25 Fourth Period 10:40 – 11:25
(High School Lunch Fifth Period) Fifth Period 11:30 – 12:15
Fifth Period 11:25 – 11:55 (Junior High Lunch Sixth Period)
Sixth Period 12:00 – 12:45 Sixth Period 12:15 – 12:45
Seventh Period 12:50 - 1:35 Seventh Period 12:50 – 1:35
Eighth Period 1:40 – 2:25 Eighth Period 1:40 - 2:25
Ninth Period 2:30 – 3:15 Ninth Period 2:30 – 3:15
Hannan Junior/Senior High School
2010-2011
Bell Schedule
High School Bell Schedule Junior High Bell Schedule
Links (Homeroom)7:45 – 8:00 Links (Homeroom) 7:45 – 8:00
First Period 8:05 - 8:50 First Period 8:05 – 8:50
Second Period 8:55 – 9:40 Second Period 8:55 – 9:40
Grab-N-Go 9:40 – 9:50 Grab-N-Go 9:40 – 9:50
Third Period 9:50 - 10:35 Third Period 9:50 – 10:35
Fourth Period 10:40 - 11:25 Fourth Period 10:40 – 11:25
(High School Lunch Fifth Period) Fifth Period 11:30 – 12:15
Fifth Period 11:25 – 11:55 (Junior High Lunch Sixth Period)
Sixth Period 12:00 – 12:45 Sixth Period 12:15 – 12:45
Seventh Period 12:50 - 1:35 Seventh Period 12:50 – 1:35
Eighth Period 1:40 – 2:25 Eighth Period 1:40 - 2:25
Ninth Period 2:30 – 3:15 Ninth Period 2:30 – 3:15
Friday, August 13, 2010
Tennant, Janicker named royalty
Tennant, Janicker named royalty: "Tennant, Janicker named royalty
by Delyssa Huffman
08.09.10 - 10:58 pm
POINT PLEASANT — The 2010 Little Miss and Mister Mason County Fair Royalty was chosen on Monday afternoon.
The pageant, which had a total of 26 contestants, was entertaining as ever as each boy and girl were interviewed on the main stage. At the end of the event, Allison Tennant and Keenan Janicker walked away with the 2010 titles.
Tennant is the 6-year old daughter of Lenny and Jennifer Tennant of New Haven.
Janicker is the 5-year old son of Arnold and Amber Janicker of Ashton.
The Point Pleasant Jr. Women’s Club sponsors the annual event, and the 2010 Point Pleasant Sternwheel Regatta Queen, Devin Cottrill emceed and had the fun and sometimes difficult job of asking each contestant several questions."
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by Delyssa Huffman
08.09.10 - 10:58 pm
The pageant, which had a total of 26 contestants, was entertaining as ever as each boy and girl were interviewed on the main stage. At the end of the event, Allison Tennant and Keenan Janicker walked away with the 2010 titles.
Tennant is the 6-year old daughter of Lenny and Jennifer Tennant of New Haven.
Janicker is the 5-year old son of Arnold and Amber Janicker of Ashton.
The Point Pleasant Jr. Women’s Club sponsors the annual event, and the 2010 Point Pleasant Sternwheel Regatta Queen, Devin Cottrill emceed and had the fun and sometimes difficult job of asking each contestant several questions."
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Sunday, June 13, 2010
Spawning anglers' dreams - Outdoors - The Charleston Gazette - West Virginia News and Sports -
Spawning anglers' dreams - Outdoors - The Charleston Gazette - West Virginia News and Sports -: "APPLE GROVE - A stream of greenish water gushes through a 10-inch pipe and into a narrow concrete catch basin, where an angled screen pushes some of the flow into a calm back channel. Every few minutes, two technicians pick up a fine-meshed seine, scoop up hundreds of tiny fish from the back channel and transfer them to a tank in a nearby truck.
'You won't believe how much easier this is than the way we got fish out of the ponds at the old facility,' said Tim Swisher, manager of West Virginia's Apple Grove State Hatchery."
'You won't believe how much easier this is than the way we got fish out of the ponds at the old facility,' said Tim Swisher, manager of West Virginia's Apple Grove State Hatchery."
Friday, June 11, 2010
Open House – Crosslights of Hope
Open House – Crosslights of Hope
Crosslights of Hope a non profit organization on the corner of Ashton Upland Rd in Ashton WV will be holding an open house on Sat June 12th., 12-2pm. This faith-based outreach program will be providing services to southern Mason County. There will be a food pantry and backpacks with food items will be sent home with children on weekends.
Sadly school lunch and breakfast are the most dependable meals that some children get each day. This program will help supplement families and give that hand of hope and help that many need.
The organization will take donations of items and cash. They will be selling desserts during Open House for donations as well as giving a tour of the facility. Kelli Templeton says, this will be a great asset to our community. Templeton will be speaking and invites the public to attend and welcome this much needed organization to the community!
Tuesday, June 8, 2010
Paving the Way
PAVING THE WAY -
Workers from Bernini Industrial Surface Solutions have been working this week on transforming the flat sheet of concrete behind Hannan into an outdoor basketball court.
It has been five years plus since Hannan has had an outdoor basketball and tennis court. In what used to be known as the Annex buildings,a basketball court with a removable tennis net is being built.
If you build it.... they will play
Workers from Bernini Industrial Surface Solutions have been working this week on transforming the flat sheet of concrete behind Hannan into an outdoor basketball court.
Chuck Hacker works on new outside court
It all started with former Basketball Coach Wayne Richardson applying for a grant to help pay for the project.
Workers from the county office came down and leveled the original pad.
Many students are looking forward to the chance to have someplace in the community where they can go to play a pick-up game.
Monday, June 7, 2010
Hannan Soldier Care
Supporting our Troops - Hannan Soldier Care
He also said it would not only make the troops overseas happy but it also made him happy. He placed an empty container at the school in the event more donations came into the office.
Operation Soldier Care is open to the community. We encourage you to donate what you can.
After our recent collection for Operation Soldier Care, the final tally was 1,146 items for the troops. Today Monday, June 7th, a representative from the organization came and picked up the items.
Items collected include food, books and many other recreational items. He stated that Hannan students, staff and community had done a great thing.
Wednesday, June 2, 2010
Let's Get Physical
FUN, SUN and SUPPORTING TROOPS
Students turn out for Sports Physicals & Rock Climbing
By Megan Adkins & Jenn Swan
Hannan High School would like to extend a very large "Thank You!" to Holzer Hospital and Kelly Roush.
Holzer visited Hannan's Campus today to offer free sports physicals.
They performed 70 physicals for current and future Hannan Athletes.
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The Kings Island trip will be tomorrow, June 3rd
Students need to be at the school no later than 5:30 a.m. They will be returning around 10 p.m.
The 2010 – 2011 class schedules and grade cards for this past year will be released on June 8th.
STUDENTS SUPPORT TROOPS
We are proud to say that we collected approximately 1,200 items for the troops. Pickup will be this week!
Tuesday, June 1, 2010
GRADUATION 2010
Seniors leave final ‘pawprint’ at Hannan
by Delyssa Huffman, Point Pleasant Register
06.01.10 - 10:34 pm
ASHTON — The graduating Class of 2010 left their final “pawprint” as Wildcats during the 81st Commencement held May 29 at Hannan High School.
Before the ceremony began, guests enjoyed a senior slideshow played to the class song, “Don’t Stop Believin.” The gymnasium also was decorated in the class colors of navy blue and silver.
The 32 seniors, proudly dressed in their blue gowns and caps, entered the gymnasium packed full of family, friends, teachers and many supporters.
During their days spent at Hannan Jr./Sr. High School, they experienced many changes, and on this day, they would remember their last day together as the Class of 2010.
After processional to “Pomp and Circumstance” composed by Edward Elgar, the Wildcat seniors recited the “Pledge of Allegiance” led by senior Shawn Kauffer. Following the welcome given by HJSHS Principal Dr. Karen Oldham, vice principal Amy Kammer presented the honor graduates: Katlyn Eugenia Stanley, Megan Jean Adkins, Cindi Ann Adkins, Kayla Rose DeMaria, Derick Jeffery Alan Flora, Kelsi Marie McCarty and Jennifer Lynn Swan. The National Honor Society members rose to be recognized.
Adkins then addressed her classmates with her salutatorian speech in which she recalled the times spent with them and the changes they had gone through together as a class.
She began by saying, “My fellow seniors, we have spent 2,160 days together. We have spent 15,120 hours in school. We have spent a third of our lives together in school. And now it is about to end. But this is not only an end, but a beginning. We must take the time now to remember. Remember that we are the last class to attend the old Hannan High School, the construction and the current Hannan High School.”
Adkins continued by recalling several special moments that the class had experienced together. She also recited one of her favorite quotes by Marianne Williamson and read her own poem she had written, “If Failure Was Impossible.”
“Dreams are coming true today for us and our parents,” Adkins said. “Our teachers and parents no longer have to worry about whether or not we will graduate. Today is a day of success.”
Adkins closed by thanking her parents and Spanish instructor, Senora Gue. She also left a few words for her classmates, “The future is us and no one should fear. Failure is impossible. I know because today is here.”
The valedictory address was then given by Katlyn Stanley who touched on the importance of growing up and going off to college.
“First of all, I’d just like to congratulate all of the graduates for being able to join me today. Most likely, we all have had to face some of the greatest challenges of our lives in this small school in the middle of nowhere,” Stanley said. “We couldn’t have gotten through those challenges without the help of our parents.”
She continued to thank her very own mother for inspiring her.
“In turn, that inspiration has made me see the best in my classmates, no matter how crazy some may seem on the outside. I thank you all for your friendship, support and wisdom throughout our years at Hannan.”
After talking about the change of the school’s structure, classrooms and teachers, Stanley was thankful for all her memories.
“Our school has grown into a school that has become more well-known and at least in my mind, better than any private school that any parent could pay for. No amount of money can buy what we have here at Hannan.”
As she addressed the crowd, the valedictorian encouraged her fellow classmates.
“Our futures are now, more than ever, dependent on us. It’s almost as if for 18 years, we didn’t really think of actually being in control of our lives. We always had our parents,” Adkins continued. “In retrospect, we sort of had a backseat to our own lives, but now we’re driving. But we’ll do. How do I know? Because I know who I’m talking to. I know I’m talking to quite possibly the greatest people I’ve ever known. I’ve seen the best of all of you, and I know that there are no better people to face what’s ahead. And whatever you have chosen to do, I know you’ll do it and you’ll do it well.”
Stanley closed by saying, “Our lives our before us, our past is behind us, but our memories are forever.”
Junior Tuesday Allen then sang “Don’t Forget to Remember Me” and Dr. Oldham presented the Class of 2010 saying, “Always believe, always dream and always remember who you are to become.”
Dr. William Capehart, Superintendent of Mason County Schools, accepted the senior class.
While receiving their diplomas from Capehart and the rest of the Board members, each senior also received a Bible from Ball’s Chapel Church, along with a white rose with a blue tip. They also were presented with a scrapbook of their senior year. Mr. Jim Hadinger read each graduates name.
Afterwards, Jennifer Swan led her class in the crossing of the tassel and each senior left the gymnasium with big smiles on their faces. And together, as the Class of 2010, they embarked on a new chapter in their life by throwing their caps into the sky as the crowd looked on and cheered.
Other members of the senior class are Corey Steven Allen, Matthew John Allen, Corey Lee Black, Brandon Scott Benson, James Lee Burden, Brian Allen Chapman, Carolann Nichole Workman Chapman, Jared Lee Cobb, Tiara Dawn Cornwell, Megan Nicole Cottrell, Brittany Jean Edmonds, Alex Mitchell Facemyer, Tyler Craig Fisher, Thomas Donald Huffman-Ross;
Brittany Michelle Jenkins, Terry Shawn Kauffer, Renetta Rose Mayes, Cassie Jay Parsons, Kendra Nicole Plants, Travis David Smith, James Patrick Ward, Robert Aaron Warth, Brandon Lee Waugh, Jennifer Elizabeth Waugh and William Joel Kimble Weikle.
© mydailyregister.com 2010
by Delyssa Huffman, Point Pleasant Register
06.01.10 - 10:34 pm
Before the ceremony began, guests enjoyed a senior slideshow played to the class song, “Don’t Stop Believin.” The gymnasium also was decorated in the class colors of navy blue and silver.
The 32 seniors, proudly dressed in their blue gowns and caps, entered the gymnasium packed full of family, friends, teachers and many supporters.
During their days spent at Hannan Jr./Sr. High School, they experienced many changes, and on this day, they would remember their last day together as the Class of 2010.
After processional to “Pomp and Circumstance” composed by Edward Elgar, the Wildcat seniors recited the “Pledge of Allegiance” led by senior Shawn Kauffer. Following the welcome given by HJSHS Principal Dr. Karen Oldham, vice principal Amy Kammer presented the honor graduates: Katlyn Eugenia Stanley, Megan Jean Adkins, Cindi Ann Adkins, Kayla Rose DeMaria, Derick Jeffery Alan Flora, Kelsi Marie McCarty and Jennifer Lynn Swan. The National Honor Society members rose to be recognized.
Adkins then addressed her classmates with her salutatorian speech in which she recalled the times spent with them and the changes they had gone through together as a class.
She began by saying, “My fellow seniors, we have spent 2,160 days together. We have spent 15,120 hours in school. We have spent a third of our lives together in school. And now it is about to end. But this is not only an end, but a beginning. We must take the time now to remember. Remember that we are the last class to attend the old Hannan High School, the construction and the current Hannan High School.”
Adkins continued by recalling several special moments that the class had experienced together. She also recited one of her favorite quotes by Marianne Williamson and read her own poem she had written, “If Failure Was Impossible.”
“Dreams are coming true today for us and our parents,” Adkins said. “Our teachers and parents no longer have to worry about whether or not we will graduate. Today is a day of success.”
Adkins closed by thanking her parents and Spanish instructor, Senora Gue. She also left a few words for her classmates, “The future is us and no one should fear. Failure is impossible. I know because today is here.”
The valedictory address was then given by Katlyn Stanley who touched on the importance of growing up and going off to college.
“First of all, I’d just like to congratulate all of the graduates for being able to join me today. Most likely, we all have had to face some of the greatest challenges of our lives in this small school in the middle of nowhere,” Stanley said. “We couldn’t have gotten through those challenges without the help of our parents.”
She continued to thank her very own mother for inspiring her.
“In turn, that inspiration has made me see the best in my classmates, no matter how crazy some may seem on the outside. I thank you all for your friendship, support and wisdom throughout our years at Hannan.”
After talking about the change of the school’s structure, classrooms and teachers, Stanley was thankful for all her memories.
“Our school has grown into a school that has become more well-known and at least in my mind, better than any private school that any parent could pay for. No amount of money can buy what we have here at Hannan.”
As she addressed the crowd, the valedictorian encouraged her fellow classmates.
“Our futures are now, more than ever, dependent on us. It’s almost as if for 18 years, we didn’t really think of actually being in control of our lives. We always had our parents,” Adkins continued. “In retrospect, we sort of had a backseat to our own lives, but now we’re driving. But we’ll do. How do I know? Because I know who I’m talking to. I know I’m talking to quite possibly the greatest people I’ve ever known. I’ve seen the best of all of you, and I know that there are no better people to face what’s ahead. And whatever you have chosen to do, I know you’ll do it and you’ll do it well.”
Stanley closed by saying, “Our lives our before us, our past is behind us, but our memories are forever.”
Junior Tuesday Allen then sang “Don’t Forget to Remember Me” and Dr. Oldham presented the Class of 2010 saying, “Always believe, always dream and always remember who you are to become.”
Dr. William Capehart, Superintendent of Mason County Schools, accepted the senior class.
While receiving their diplomas from Capehart and the rest of the Board members, each senior also received a Bible from Ball’s Chapel Church, along with a white rose with a blue tip. They also were presented with a scrapbook of their senior year. Mr. Jim Hadinger read each graduates name.
Afterwards, Jennifer Swan led her class in the crossing of the tassel and each senior left the gymnasium with big smiles on their faces. And together, as the Class of 2010, they embarked on a new chapter in their life by throwing their caps into the sky as the crowd looked on and cheered.
Other members of the senior class are Corey Steven Allen, Matthew John Allen, Corey Lee Black, Brandon Scott Benson, James Lee Burden, Brian Allen Chapman, Carolann Nichole Workman Chapman, Jared Lee Cobb, Tiara Dawn Cornwell, Megan Nicole Cottrell, Brittany Jean Edmonds, Alex Mitchell Facemyer, Tyler Craig Fisher, Thomas Donald Huffman-Ross;
Brittany Michelle Jenkins, Terry Shawn Kauffer, Renetta Rose Mayes, Cassie Jay Parsons, Kendra Nicole Plants, Travis David Smith, James Patrick Ward, Robert Aaron Warth, Brandon Lee Waugh, Jennifer Elizabeth Waugh and William Joel Kimble Weikle.
© mydailyregister.com 2010
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