“Believe you can and you’re halfway there.” ― Theodore Roosevelt
Vol. VI November 21, 2021
Sharing the good news about Longview Independent School District
PAYING RESPECTS
Lobo senior donates U.S. flag drop box
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o mark Veterans Day this year, one Longview High School senior decided to do more than to just eat hot dogs and watch some fireworks. Joseph Egbe Jr. unveiled his Eagle Scout project outside the Longview Police Department, a U.S. flag drop box. The box is for old and worn American flags that need to be retired. To complete his project, Joseph worked with Keep Longview Beautiful, who awarded him with a $1,000 grant. To be able to pay for the remaining amount, he created a GoFundMe fundraiser which received over $2,000. The remainder needed for the approximate $4,000 total was paid for by Joseph and his father. Once they had the materials, Joseph and his father built the stainless steel box by hand, as well as concrete slab that the box is attached to. What a wonderful job, Joseph!
OSHA 30 training helps give Lobos a leg up Thanks to a partnership between Longview High School and Kilgore College, senior Lobos are able to earn the OSHA 30 certification. While there was some confusion with the initial Remind that went out to parents, participation in the program is not mandatory for graduation. However, the perks of the certification will be sure to help the students in the future. “It’s a good program that gives them a general view of what OSHA does, and how it protects them on the worksite,” said Mr. Randy Ashley who is the process technology instructor for LHS’ dual credit course and is assisting with the OSHA teaching. “When they go out into the field, whether it’s welding, industrial work, painting, construction work or whatever, they can look around and recognize if the work environment is safe or not.” The OSHA 30-Hour training for general industry prepares students to avoid workplace safety and health risks. “Topics covered in OSHA 30-Hour training include general worksite safety, avoiding common hazards, understanding workers’ rights, employer responsibilities, and more,” said Julie Franklin from Kilgore College. “At the completion of their training, the students will receive an official OSHA OSHA|Continued to page 8
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