The Press-Dispatch
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A-4 Wednesday, May 16, 2012 The Press-Dispatch School Corporation honors teachers, students and the community kinds at the 10th Annual IP&L Pike County School Corporation Recognition Banquet with teachers, stu- dents and the community being honored at the event. The annual Recogni- There are honors of all By Mike Johansen tion Banquet that honored Pike Central's top students, top teachers and alumni and community members was held at the Commu- nications Building on the grounds of the IP&L Pow- er Plant last Wednesday evening. Nearly 225 students, parents and school district staff attended the event this year. The evening started with dinner and a program presented by the Pike Cen- tral High School percus- sion band and with soloist Kyla Steltenpohl. She au- ditioned for the Ball State University color guard and was accepted into the group. The percussion group from the PCHS Band followed her performance. Two Distinguished Alum- ni Awards were presented during the evening. Beth Bohnert presented the award to Jason McK- inney for his involvement in the swimming program and as the athletic grounds keeper and all the extras he does for the students and staff. He is involved in many things throughout the school year including being the sponsor of the Key Club. The second award, pre- percent of the Class of 2012 were also recognized. These individuals includ- ed: Jazzlyn Kulm, Kyla Steltenpohl, Taylor Worni- ca, Breaana Young, Katelyn Heaton, Dana Fuhrman, Audrey Sheffler, Kelsey Le- mond, BreAnn Lane, Vicki Nicholson, Travis Wood, Brandon Bohnert, Tim Aus- tin, Michaela Wiscaver and Alexa Kluemper. Also honored were Na- $500 were given to each school. Representatives re- ceiving the awards were Doris Harris and Mary Meyer, Otwell Elementary; Stephanie Shedd, Winslow Elementary; Michelle Ben- nett, Petersburg Elemen- tary; Suzanne Warner, Ti- na Vinnedge and Samantha Sheffler, Pike Central Mid- dle School; and Lori Rich- ardson and Jodie Elkins, Pike Central High School. Students in the top 10 sented by Julie West, was to Mrs. Shari (Vance) Hays. She was given the award for her dedication to students and programs throughout the years, for helping at plays and musicals as well as other activities through- out the schools, and be- cause of her love for the Pike County Schools and their students. Winslow Elementary Corporation employees were recognized for their years serving students and the community. Teachers retiring this year include Mary Jane "Jeannie" Kella- ms, kindergarten teacher at Winslow Elementary; and Debbie Leslie, Petersburg Elementary Pre-School teacher plus Pike Central Middle School Principal Phil Luddington. IP&L teacher grant awards in the amount of School kindergarten teach- er Mary Jane "Jeannie" Kel- lams and PCHS band direc- tor John Miller were named Teachers of the Year for 2012. Kellams was nomi- nated by Rae Ann Phillips, teachers aide at Winslow; while band students Kyla Steltenpohl and Richard McDowell nominated John Miller. Two Pike County School Lead the Way were also honored. Attending were: Leslie Whitehead, Kayla Willis, Faryn Hill, Aris Al- cantara, Ethen Smith, Tra- vis Wood, Tim Austin, De- mi Arnold, Taylor Gwalt- ney, Kira Kegg, Kyleigh Cannon, Alyssa Heldt, An- na Woolery, BreAnn Lane, Katelyn Heaton, Kelsey Lemond, Jalen Stephens, Amber DeJarnett, Morgan Henson, Nathaniel Ander- son, Ethen Shepherd, Da- kota Bell, Jazzlyn Kulm, Amy Loveless, Cierra Wil- lis, Emily Kirby and Trav- is Wint. Also honored were the tional Honor Society mem- bers including: Megan Wil- son, Alyssa Heldt, Anna Woolery, Vicki Nicholson, Audrey Sheffler, Brandon Bohnert, Breanna Young, Kelsey Lemond, Cierra Wil- lis, LaNisha Head, Kyleigh Cannon, Haley Roy, Kyla Steltenpohl, Taylor Worni- ca, BreAnn Lane, Katelyn Heaton, Dana Fuhrman, Michaela Wiscaver, Hill- ary Pierce, Taylor Gwalt- ney, Ethen Smith, Karley Mills, Faryn Hill, Travis Wood, Trevor Church, Tim Austin, Kelsey Atkins, De- mi Arnold, Trisha Nalley and Morgan Henson. Students from Project VIDEO Click to see the structor, was recognized as the high school teach- er of the year. He was nominated by and present- ed the award by students Kyla Steltenphol and Richard McDowell. John Miller, PCHS band director and music in- Kellems, was nominated and introduced for the award by Winslow Elementary teacher aide Rae Ann Phillips. Elementary Teacher of the Year, Mary Jane Front: (l to r) Nathaniel Anderson, Ethen Shepherd, Dakota Bell, Jazzlyn Kulm, Amy Loveless, Cierra Willis, Emily Kirby and Travis Wint. Middle Row: na Woolery, BreAnn Lane, Katelyn Heaton, Kelsey Lemond, Jalen Stephens, Amber DeJarnett and Mor- gan Henson. Back Row: (l to r) Leslie Whitehead, Kayla Willis, Faryn Hill, Aris Alcantara, Ethen Smith, Travis Wood, Tim Austin, Demi Arnold and Taylor Gwaltney. The Project Lead the Way Students at the Pike County School Corporation Recognition dinner include (l to r) Kira Kegg, Kyleigh Cannon, Alyssa Heldt, An- editor of The Press-Dis- patch, was presented the Friend of the PCSC Award for 2012. He was nominated by Vance Hays. Sponsors of the annual Welding, Automotive, JAG, Business, Machine Trades and other students who went to district and state contests . Mike Johansen, sports recognition event included Jasper Memorial Hospital, German American Insur- ance, IP&L, Five Star Min- ing, Pike County Chamber of Commerce, Solar Sourc- es, Triad Mining and The Press-Dispatch. ing include Front (l to r): Megan Wilson, Alyssa Heldt, Anna Woolery, Vicki Nicholson, Audrey Sheffler, Brandon Bohnert, Breanna Young, Kelsey Lemond, Cierra Willis and LaNisha Head. Middle Row: (l to r) Kyleigh Cannon, Haley Roy, Kyla Steltenpohl, Taylor Wornica, BreAnn Lane, Katelyn Heaton, Dana Fuhrman, Michaela Wiscaver, Hilary Pierce and Taylor Gwaltney. Back Row: (l to r) Ethen Smith, Kar- ly Mills, Faryn Hill, Travis Wood, Trevor Church, Tim Austin, Kelsey Atkins, Demi Arnold, Trisha Nal- ley and Morgan Henson. The Pike Central National Honor Society seniors were honored at the annual banquet. Those attend- to r): Jazzlyn Kulm, Kyla Steltenpohl, Taylor Wornica, Breaana Young, Kate- lyn Heaton, Dana Fuhrman, Audrey Sheffler and Kelsey Lemond. Back row: (l to r) BreAnn Lane, Vicki Nicholson, Travis Wood, Brandon Bohnert, Tim Austin, Michaela Wiscaver, Alexa Kluemper. The Top 10 percent students at the Recognition Banquet include Front (l First, thank you to everyone who supported my campaign in the Pike County Primary Election last Tuesday!!! Your votes, hard work, well wishes, and prayers made the difference in our victory. Secondly, I promise to work diligently to move Pike County forward in future industry endeavors, local labor issues, and much needed improved public relations with our citizens, county council, other government officials, local business leaders, and area-wide multi media. I promise to continue to encourage open communication with the constituents of our county. I will listen to and act upon your concerns for the betterment of our citizens and small town communities. assistant middle school swimming coach, Beth Bohnert, nominated and presented the Alumni of the Year Award to Pike Central swim- ming coach and athletic facilities co- ordinator Jason McKinney. Award for 2012 was presented to Press-Dispatch Sports Editor Mike Johansen by Vance Hays who is the music, drama and Swing Choir di- rector at the high school. Right: Fellow staff member and Above: The Friend of the PCSC I promise to stand courageously in truth and fact finding and resolve to make Pike County a better place to live and raise our families. A Thank You & Promises from DAVID DURCHOLZ I promise to make every effort necessary to conduct a positive campaign through my strength and determination and to confront head on any misinformation or distortions about me or my future goals for ALL of Pike County. Again, thank you very much. We will see you in the fall!!! God Bless, Dave Durcholz WE CAN DO BETTER. VOTE don't forget to in November Ad paid for by David Durchol z , Canidate for Pike Count y Commi s s ioner, Rick Houchin, Treasurer.