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Kindergarten Round Up For NWH Schools
It is time to begin North West Hendricks School Corporation’s Kindergarten Round-Up process for those students who will turn 5 by August 1, 2021. T This year there will be a modified version of the Kindergarten Round-Up on March 25, 2021. The corporation has created a video that tells all about Kindergarten round-up, a video to introduce the Kindergarten teachers to incoming students, a form that will begin the process of signups and let us know you are coming, and finally, a Sign-up Genius link so that you may schedule a time to come in for a screener. All of this information can be found on the website. https://www.hendricks. k12.in.us/nses Please share this information with anyone you know who may have a child entering kindergarten in the fall. Even students who wish to join our school as transfer students may signup for the screener. Please call the school office with any questions at 317-9943000. __________
Plainfield
Local & Social David and Casey Eichenberger of Plainfield were blessed with the birth of their son, James Alan, on February 20, 2021 at Hendricks Regional Hospital. James Alan weighed 7 pounds, 2 ounces and was 20 inches long. Proud grandparents are Kevin and Michelle Moore and Steve and Linda Eichenberger, all of Plainfield. __________
Farmer’s Donation Will Help Grow Scholarships for Tri-West Seniors
Pictured are the Blanton Family & TWDFS Board Members: Top - Anna Elzey & Julia Diagostino Ground: Marlene Blanton, Juli Woodrum, Gene & Buddy Blanton, Dr. Scott Syverson & Tammy Smith
This year’s Tri-West High School’s Dollars for Scholars event got a boost from a Pittsboro area farmer. You can join Buddy Blanton recently directed a $2,500 donation the Blantons and support sponsored by Bayer Fund, to Tri-West Dollars for ScholTri-West Dollars for ars to used toward funding scholarships for the TWHS Scholars Phone-a-thon Class of 2021 Saturday, Feb. 27 & “We are thrilled and extremely grateful that Buddy Sunday, Feb. 28. chose us to be his grant recipient! We are just getting ready to hold our phone-a-thon, and with all of the differTo add your name ent challenges we have faced this past year, Buddy’s grant to the call list, email could not have come at a better time!,” said, Kathy Waite, scholarships@henPresident of Tri-West Dollars for Scholars. dricks.k12.in.us or call 317-994-4000 Since 2010, the America’s Farmers programs have awarded more than $57 million to nonprofits, aspiring ag students and public schools across rural America. Farmers know the needs of their communities best, so the America’s Farmers programs rely on them to help identify the most worthy causes. The Grow Communities program partners with farmers across the country to provide nonprofit organizations with resources to strengthen their local communities. Each August, farmers can enter for the chance to direct a $2,500 Grow Communities donation to a local eligible nonprofit of their choice. Farmers have directed donations to food banks, emergency response organizations, schools, youth agriculture programs and many others that reflect the spirit and support the vibrancy of rural America. “Farmers truly understand the needs of their communities and where the opportunities to strengthen them exist. We partner with them to identify the nonprofit organizations that benefit from Grow Communities donations,” said Al Mitchell, Bayer Fund president. “Each donation shines a light on the organizations that are making a positive difference in rural communities across the country. Bayer Fund is proud to partner with farmers to give back in rural America.” To learn how you can be an America’s Farmers Grow Communities recipient, visit www.AmericasFarmers.com. The America’s Farmers Grow Communities 2021 program will kick off on August 1, 2020, and farmers will once again have the opportunity to enroll for a chance to direct a donation to a local eligible nonprofit of their choice. ______________________________________________________________________
Homemakers Scholarships For Loan Medical HS Seniors Hendricks County Ex- Equipment tentins Homemakers offer two $1,000 scholarships to qualified Hendricks County graduating seniors to help further their educational goals and to encourage their continued development in the areas of Health and Human Sciences, Food Science, Education or a related field. The application is available on the website, www. extension.purdue.edu/hendricks or you may call 317745-9260. The application deadline is February 12, 2021. __________
It’s News To Us
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Hendricks County Senior Services maintains a limited supply of medical equipment available for loan for residents of Hendricks County as part of the Danville Rotary Club Foundations, Inc’s Durable Medical Equipment Loan program. Equipment is available on a first-come, first-serve basis. There is no charge for borrowing the equipment. Donations are graciously accepted to help offset the cost of maintaining the equipment. We offer walkers, wheelchairs, rollators, and canes. Call the Senior Center for more information at 317-7454303. __________ Keep your face always toward the sunshine - and shadows will fall behind you. Walt Whitman
Sparks Memorial Scholarship
Thursday, February 25, 2021
Named To UIndy Dean’s List The following students from Hendricks County have made the 2020-21 Semester Dean’s List and Honor Roll at the University of Indianapolis: Cassidy Bross Cole Chandler Aishat Egbinade Kalyn Harmless McKayla Hendricks Delaney Patterson Anna Poston Nicole Price Meghan Quinn Taytem Vaillancourt Allison Vonins Rachel Trent Alyssa Horton Esther Mutesi Madelynn Phipps Payton Shores Brad Templeman Asia Bagwell Rebecca Centers Alexis Clark Lilianna De La Cruz Adam Evanich Amy Miller Cameron Misner Rylie Robertson Ryan Soel Arianna Stephens Haylie Foster Sydnie Foster Kristin Jones Madelyn Carlson Molly Gibbs Alexandria Gilley Savannah Joiner Sara McCoskey Bobbi-Jo Snyder
Earn Honors at On Honor List Carthage At Missouri S&T Laura Sanders, of Brownsburg, was named to the Dean’s List for academic excellence during the fall 2020 semester at Carthage college in Kenosha,Wis. Dean’s list honors are accorded to Carthage students who achieve a minimum 3.5 grade-point average while carrying at least 14 credit hours during a semester. ___________
On Dean’s List at Rochester IT
Luke Murphy of Avon was named to the Dean’s List at Rochester Institute of Technology for the 2020 Fall Semester. Murphy is in the industrial engineering program. __________
Virtual Chair Yoga with Jan The Jackie & Larry Sparks Memorial Scholarship opens March 1, 2021. Tri-West High School Alumni seeking an undergraduate degree who will complete at least one year of post-secondary schooling by June 1, 2021 are eligible to apply. Up to two scholarships will be awarded this summer. This is a three-year renewable scholarship, increasing in amount each year. Applications are due May 31, 2021. To apply, go to Tri-West.DollarsforScholars.org. _____________________________________________
The Hearth is Now Independence Village of Avon
The Senior Living facility The Hearth at Prestwick has been acquired by CommonSail Investment Group of Brighton, Michigan, and is now named Independence Village of Avon. This well-known community has been an industry leader in the area for almost two decades. Offering both Assisted Living and Memory Care apartments, residents enjoy three chef-prepared meals daily, activities, transportation and care based on individual needs. Internal and external improvements are currently underway. Erin Beiriger is the new Executive Director and is responsible for raising and maintaining resident satisfaction. CommonSail Investment Group has over 35 years of experience working and living with seniors creating a deep understanding of their unique needs and desires. Everyone in their communities commits to appreciating the residents as individuals who deserve to Shine. Everyday. For more information regarding Independence Village of Avon, please call 317-745-2766. _____________________________________________ __ SHOP LOCAL ● BUY LOCAL ●READ LOCAL
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Hendricks Countu Senior services offers Virtual Chair Yoga with Jan Dorsey, Mondays and Wednesdays at 11 a.m., at the HCSS Facebook page. Chair Yoga is a general term for practices that modify yoga poses so that they can be done while seated in a chair. These modifications make yoga accessible to people who cannot stand or lack the mobility to move easily from standing to seated to supine positions. While seated on chairs, participants can do versions of twists, hip stretches, forward bends, and mild backbends. In addition to a good stretch, chair yoga participants can also enjoy other health benefits of yoga, including improved muscle tone, better breathing habits, reduction of stress, better sleep, and a sense of well-being. This class is taught by Jan Dorsey, a Yoga Alliance Certified Instructor. __________ Many persons have a wrong idea of what constitutes true happiness. It is not attained through self-gratification but through fidelity to a worthy purpose. Helen Keller
Amber Hatfield, of Avon, was named tothe honor list for the Fall 2020 semester at Missouri University of Science and Techology. Hatfield is a sophomore, majoring in engineering. ___________
Graduates from Georgia State
Lydia Gallo of Brownsburg graduated from Georgia State University during the fall 2020 semester, earning a Bachelor of Business Administration degree with a major in Actuarial Science and an undergraduate certificate in Spanish. __________
Named to Dean’s List at Ohio U.
The following local students were named to the 2020 Fall Dean’s List at Ohio University; Anna Mueller, Avon, College of Health Sciences and Professions. Kaitlyn Booher, Plainfield, Honors Tutorial College. ___________
Transportation For Seniors
Hendricks County Senior Services provides transportation services to anyone, 60 or older, needing a ride within Hendricks County. Transportation is provided for daily necessities, like medical appointments, grocery shopping, legal, social service, financial business, nutrition sites, and other life-essential service destinations. This service is provided on a donation basis. Transportation is available five days a week during office hours (6 a.m. to 6 p.m.). Service is not available on holidays or when weather is inclement. To make an appointment, or or further information, call 317-718-4474. It is suggested that you call as far in advance as possible. __________
