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By GEORGIA PURDY Newsboy Correspondent Five students received high school diplomas at the third STARS graduation ceremony Monday, May 21. The Southeast Texas Academic Recovery School (STARS) opened in February, 2006 and graduated the first students in May of that year. More ... Dean pleased with policy change By JIMMY GALVAN Managing Editor Jasper ISD's change in the graduation policy was one that has been considered for the past couple of years, according to Superintendent Bill "Butch" Dean. "That was an extremely difficult decision," Dean said. "It is something that we have visited every year. A lot of consideration came into play... More ... Walking the halls By BETTY POWERS Parnell Elementary Principal One of our teachers recently did a bulletin board with a huge flower that had numbered petals. The petals have been removed every day, and we all view it daily and observe the countdown ritual. As we have said in earlier articles, this year has just "flown by. More ...
Casey Parker, a seventh grade student at Jasper Junior High School, has been selected as student of the week for May 21-24. "Casey is a great kid who really puts forth his best effort and makes class fun," said teacher Shannon Harvey. More ... JHS math students host Algebra Fair for Parnell Jasper High School algebra students hosted the fifth annual Algebra Fair for Parnell third grade classes May 11 in the JHS Shell Gym. Students from Becca Dougharty and Leslie Rector's third grade classes did basic algebraic math operations with Algebra II students from Becky Pickering's pre-AP cl... More ... Brookeland ISD announces honors Brookeland Independent School District held their third annual "Big B" awards May 17 to recognize outstanding students in the following grades: Elementary Perfect attendance awards went to Rickel Thomas and Jacob Wilson. More ...
Jasper High School received the Community Service and Outstanding Student Council Awards at the 71st annual State Conference of the Texas Association of Student Councils in Arlington April 25. More ...
SCHOOL BOARD PRESIDENT, Eddie Hopkins (left), presents Jim Hamilton, who is retiring, with an award for his service to JISD. More ...
FEW PRIMARY CHILDREN helped raise money for the recent Relay for Life cancer drive.Their teams raised almost $4,455. More ...
Parents, grandparents snapping photos at Few Pre-K graduation Few Primary held their Pre-K graduation in the gym May 18. The theme was "Happy Days" rock and roll with teachers dressed in poodle skirts or capris, and the children in white shirts and blue jeans, graduation caps and gold tassles. More ...
FEW KINDERGARTEN STUDENTS were allowed to play in water Tuesday, May 22 as the school year comes to a close.The annual water day event gives the kids a chance to blow off some steam from the school year. More ...
Read the Story... Jasper HighClass of 2007 Angelica Adams, Ashley Adams, Jeremy Adams, Radarwin Adams, Danterio Anderson, Brandy Armstrong, Morgan Bagwell, Secunda Barlow, Gene Barnes Jr. More ... Jasper High School Texas Scholars Secunda Barlow, Meghan Barnes, D'Andra Beavers, Deepna Bhana, Russell Bisbey, Brittany Brooks, Jasmine Cheatham, Andrew Chesnut, Julie Clark, Shannon Clark, Sarah Cleveland-Hadley, Jaylon Clotiaux, Amber Cochran, Joshua Logan Dean, Abby Dickerson, Tiffany Duckworth, Valerie Dufner, Ryan Ellis, Lau... More ...
Patel, Dean recall 'blur' of high school By: KATIE WALDROP Staff Writer Finishing top of their class, the valedictorian and salutatorian of the Jasper High School, 2007 graduating class are, Rickesh "Ricky" Patel and Joshua Logan Dean. "High school was a blur," said Dean. "It went by so fast." Both are preparing their college plans for after graduation. More ... Dean sees rewards for seniors earning school diplomas By JIMMY GALVAN Managing Editor This may be Bill Dean's first graduation as the official superintendent of the Jasper Independent School District; he did have a little practice. Back when Dr. Eddie Dunn first came to Jasper, he left to attend his daughter's graduation in Troup and Dean had to step in to serve as interim superin... More ... Kirbyville announces top students in class Kirbyville High School Top 10 percent Kaitlynn Pate - Valedictorian Ashley Woods - Salutatorian Pamela Jackson, Chasity Guillory, Kaitlin Tharp, Meagan Neely, Katelyn Fletcher and Mark Herrin. More ... Toney, Seaman lead way in Buna High senior class Buna High School 2007 Top 10 percent Erin Toney - Valedictorian Salutatorian - Amanda Seaman Vicki Smith, Taylor Keeler, Jodi Ferguson, Joshua Erickson, Alyssa Pearcy, Lindsey Walden and Miranda Clubb. More ... Care packages ease transitions (NewsUSA) - After going off to college, 67 percent of students find what they want most is a taste of home delivered to their mailbox, according to a survey conducted by The UPS Store and Mail Boxes Etc. While care packages are a tradition, few parents may realize how much their kids miss home co... More ... Budget-wise tips for managing college costs (NewsUSA) - The months before entering college are busy ones for students and parents alike. Purchasing new clothing, shopping for furnishings and heart-to-heart conversations about the importance of putting classes above socializing are all part of the pre-college routine. More ... Newton High announces top 10 percent of class Newton High School Top 10 percent Jessica E. Smith, Kyle E. Coker, Jessica A. O'Quain, Lauren A. Smith, Brittanaye R. Ethridge and Roneasha M. Reliford. More ... Whitney tops Burkeville class The Burkeville High School top 10 percent. Savannah Whitney - Valedictorian Rachel Smith - Salutatorian Zondra Zeigler, Joseph Harris and Jalissia Thomas. More ... Roddam, Bentley lead Brookeland class The Brookeland High School top 10 percent Crockett Roddam and Justin Bentley More ... Ins and outs of college savings plans (NewsUSA) - Saving for college is an important part of many families' financial picture. Families may choose to explore state-run 529 plans, which allow investors seeking tax-free growth of assets to pay for higher education. More ...
Jasper High School 2007 seniors earned more than $639,000 in scholarships as were announced during the Senior Scholarship Program Friday, May 18 at the high school. They are as follows: Radarwin Adams US Navy $57,181. More ...
seated in front - Jake Shaver, Joshua Logan Dean, Rickesh "Ricky" Patel; second row - Fermin Gonzalez, Ryan Ellis,William Townsend. Standing - Kelsy Wilson, Myranda Primrose, Marah Robinson, Emily Seale,Abby Dickerson, Laura Fincannon, Rachel Vickers, Haley Walker, Courtney Murchison. More ...
Newsboy photo/ Sharon Kerr FEW PRIMARY PRE-K students graduated with caps and gold tassels at a rock-nroll themed program May 18. More ... Choosing right career path vital to graduates You are a high school graduate who doesn't quite know what career path you want to take. You know what field you are interested in but don't know what positions are available. Choosing a career can be a difficult decision, but armed with the proper knowledge, you can make an intelligent, informed ... More ... Gift cards solve gift-giving dilemma (NewsUSA) - Finding the perfect gift for friends and loved ones is an ongoing challenge. You can't open up your calendar without being reminded of a birthday, graduation, new baby, bar mitzvah or holiday occasion. Gift cards have become increasingly popular. More ... |
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