Penn Manor AUGUST 11, 2021
SERVING THE LOCAL COMMUNITIES SINCE 1954
VOL LVIII • NO 16
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Manor FFA Members Honored In State Competition Several Manor FFA teams and individuals were named state champions and earned other honors at the recent FFA State Convention and Activities Week. The poultry evaluation team was named the state champion and will compete at the National FFA Convention and Expo in October. Members are Cary Railing, who also placed first individually; Molly Gehr, who placed second individually; Leah Hess; and Jeanette Kneisley. Other poultry evaluation winners included Elisabeth Strickler, who earned third place individually; Jenna Smith; Olivia Malpica; Kayla Frey; and Katie Moyer. See FFA pg 7
Church To Offer ESL Classes BY COURTNEY MENGEL
ue to its unpredictable spelling and challenging grammar, the English language is difficult to master, especially for those who learn it as their second language. Ever since the Naturalization Act of 1906 was passed, immigrants have been required to show proficiency in English to become naturalized citizens of the U.S.
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Starting on Tuesday, Sept. 21, Ascension Lutheran Church, 600 E. Penn Grant Road, Willow Street, will offer English as a Second Language (ESL) classes. The ESL program originated at another local church, but that church was unable to continue the program, so it was moved to Ascension. Depending on enrollment, four different levels can be offered: beginner, beginner intermediate, advanced, and citizenship. Overall, lessons will
depend on where the students are in their learning and what they need. “Every year is different,” said Barbara Walker, coordinator of the program. “You just don’t know who the Lord will bring through the door.” Before retiring, Walker was a reading specialist and worked with ESL students. Classes will run until May 2022. They are free and will be taught by volunteers. Teachers will meet with students every Tuesday from
9:30 to 11:30 a.m. Classes will begin with a Bible verse and prayer. Teachers will follow a published curriculum. “I’m grateful to the Lord for starting this program,” stated Walker. “He will bring people to our door.” There is no deadline to sign up for classes; students can enroll at any time throughout the program. Ascension welcomes volunteers. For more information, including to volunteer or to sign up for classes, contact Walker at 717-464-5683.
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