SSHS State UIL Essay Finalists, Academic Qualifiers Named
Barbara Jordan Historical Essay and Latino History Essay Competitions
UIL Academics sponsors two essay competitions that provide exciting opportunities for students to explore the contributions of historically underrepresented groups to the history and culture of Texas. With a focus on original research and the use of primary sources, students are encouraged to look to their own communities in finding topics for their essays.
This year, Sulphur Springs High School has 4 students who are state finalists in the essay competitions. Sydney Washburn and Breana Wooten are finalists in the Barbara Jordan Essay competition. Rachel Bramlett and Annmarie Gunn are finalists in the Latino History Essay competition. These students will attend an award ceremony and have their essays placed in the Texas State Historical Archives at the University of Texas.
Region UIL Academic Meet
Region 2 Academic UIL Championships were held on Friday, April 12, and Saturday, April 13, at Prosper High School.
On Friday, Ready Writing, Journalism and Computer Science contests were held.
Annmarie Gunn finished 3rd in Ready writing and Angela Brown finished 2nd in News Writing. Both girls advance to state on May 2 – May 4. Angela also earned 4th place (alternate to state) in Editorial Writing.
Brayden Fisher received a medal for placing 5th in Computer Science, and the Computer Science team consisting of Fisher, Dakota Soles, Kevin Orozco and Blake Talmage earned medals for third place in a very strong regional field.
On Saturday, all other academic events were held.
In Spelling and Vocabulary, Dawson Carpenter earned 4th place,and was name an alternate to state and Mariam Tran earned 6th place.
The Spelling and Vocabulary team made up of Carpenter, Tran, Gisselle Garcia and Cameron Beard earned 2nd place as a team, making the group an alternate to state.
SSHS’s Literary Criticism Team made up of Carissa Carter, Matthew Harper, Andrew Westlund and Lainey Whittle earned a regional championship in the last competition of the day. Carissa Carter led the team with a state high 92 points for first place. Matthew Harper was a close 2nd. Andrew Westlund and Lainey Whittle rounded out an outstanding team performance with 4th an 5th place finishes respectively.
Saltillo Scholarship Banquet/Auction a Success
The Kerry W. Garmon gym was filled with Saltillo school and community friends and families who turned out to make sure the 8th annual Memorial Scholarship fundraiser was a success. Following a welcome by Superintendent David Stickels and a thank you to the many sponsors who made the evening possible, everyone sat down to a great meal catered by Andy Wright and family, followed by some fun games of Bingo and a lively auction commanded by Saltillo alumnus, auctioneer Travis Mitchell. There was also an Election of Officers for the Foundation, conducted by Vivian Monzingo. The highlight of the evening was hearing the six scholarship recipients from 2018 relate how the funds they received have helped this year in furthering their education as they work toward careers.
2018 Saltillo graduate Miss Madison Simmons was first to speak. She is currently a Freshman at Texas A and M University Commerce and will be a Sophomore in the Fall of 2019.
Miss Jordan Sustaire is attending Tarleton State University as pursuing Ag Services Development. She will be a Sophomore this Fall, and plans to become an Ag teacher. As she put it, “In my four years of FFA at Saltillo, my Ag teachers were a big positive influence on me. I’d like to help influence someone else’s life that way”.
Miss Sylvia Feijen attended Saltillo ISD from Pre-k through her graduation in 2018. She is now attending Paris Jr. College, pursuing a career in Real Estate and Property Management, and has been selected to the All-Texas Academic Team. She plans a transfer next year to University of North Texas, Denton.
Miss Christy Gurley is a fourth-generation Saltillo graduate. She congratulated the Foundation on their scholarships selections, and says the Banquet/Auction represents the heart of the Saltillo school and community.
Miss Adriana Ortega is attending college in Chicago, Illinois working towards a nursing degree. She plans a career in Pediatric Nursing. She came home for the banquet in order to thank the Foundation and school officials for the scholarship and their vote of confidence.
Another scholarship recipient, Trevor Moore, was unable to attend the banquet due to an emergency, but sent his appreciation to the school and the Scholarship Foundation.
Selection for this year’s scholarship recipients will soon be made. The Foundation Officers for 2018/2019 are Kim Moore, Barry Brewer, Guy Hatch, Karen Northcutt, Brenda Garmon, Davis Stickels, Vivian Dennis Monzingo and Lyda Hatch. In the Election conducted during the Banquet, three officers were selected to fill openings beginning May 1 for the 2019/2020 year; Vicky Longino, Barry Brewer and Guy Hatch. Karen Northcutt was given a special round of applause for her numerous consecutive terms as an officer.
Texarkana Man Jailed On Warrant, Marijuana Charge
A traffic stop lead to a warrant arrest and location of a vacuum-sealed package of marijuana.
According to arrest reports, Texas Department of Public Safety Trooper Chris Sorley stopped a Chevrolet passenger car at 7:21 p.m. Sunday on Interstate 30 at mile marker 132 for speeding. A routine driver’s license check showed 29-year-old Kiara Rashaud Sherman of Texarkana to be wanted in Bowie County for failure to appear on a possession of marijuana charge, resulting in Sherman’s arrest.
Sorley reported inventorying the vehicle so it could be released to Sherman’s brother and, during the process found a vacuum-sealed bag of marijuana in a backpack in the trunk. Sherman allegedly admitted the marijuana was his and took full responsibility for it, resulting in him being charged with possession of 4 ounces or more but less than 5 pounds of marijuana as well, according to arrest reports.
Police: 1 Taken Into Custody, Investigation Into Rash of Vehicle Burglaries Ongoing
A teen was taken into custody early Sunday morning during an investigation into a series of vehicle burglaries in Sulphur Springs over the weekend, according to police.
Interviews in connection with the cases were in progress Monday morning by police detectives, with additional charges possible in connection with the vehicle burglaries pending the ongoing investigation, police said Monday.
The juvenile was allegedly detained by police while walking in a neighborhood after 1 a.m. Monday, and later taken into custody, according to police reports.
Overall, police took reports of at least nine vehicle burglaries from location throughout Sulphur Springs over the weekend. Nearly all of the vehicles from which items were reported stolen were said to have been been left unlocked, according to police reports.
Meal a Day Menu for April 15th-19th
Meal A Day Menu
April 15th – April 19th
Monday
Beef Patties
Mashed Potatoes and Gravy
Green Beans
Roll
Tuesday
Sweet and Sour Chicken
Rice
Egg Roll
Chinese Vegetables
Wednesday
Corn Dogs
Cole Slaw
Pickle Spear
Potato Chips
Thursday
Chicken Noodle Casserole
Broccoli
Carrots
Friday
Sliced Ham
Potato Salad
Baked Beans
Roll
PJC hosts workshop for college, university biology instructors
Paris Junior College recently hosted a workshop with Howard Hughes Medical Institute (HHMI) BioInteractive to assist instructors on using their free teaching resources to promote student-centered, active learning.
The workshop targeted college and university instructors teaching introductory courses in biology, cell/molecular biology, and genetics.
“It was an amazing day,” said PJC Science Division Chair and Biology Instructor Dr. Jack Brown. “HHMI’s BioInteractive team delivered a wonderful program, giving those attending a wealth of knowledge about using their free resources to enhance active learning in our classrooms, build critical thinking skills, and use real data from scientific research to enhance the empirical and quantitative skills of our students.”
Attending the workshop were thirty instructors from Texas A&M University – Commerce, Panola College, Tyler Junior College, University of Texas at Tyler, Collin College, Northeast Texas Community College, Texarkana College, Grayson College, Dallas County Community College District, and PJC.
Dr. Brown organized the workshop with Dr. Javier Robalino, HHMI’s Higher Education and Spanish Language Outreach and Professional Development specialist. He came to HHMI after a career researching invertebrate antiviral immunity and teaching undergraduate biology and genetics. He earned his MS in marine, estuarine, and environmental sciences from the University of Maryland, and his PhD in cell and molecular biology from the Medical University of South Carolina.
Joining Dr. Robalino in presenting at the workshop was Dr. Rebecca Orr, who is certified in team-based learning skills and teaches biology at Collin College.
The two covered such topics as backwards lesson design, use of effective prompts and media in case studies, assessment tools using anticancer drug development, using data figures from the primary literature (BioInteractive’s Data Points) to help students build empirical and quantitative skills, helping students analyze different types of data representations while learning about the function and evolution of salivary amylase
HHMI BioInteractive supports quality science education by providing educators with free resources focused on current research, to clarify important scientific concepts and instill in students a passion for and an understanding of the scientific process. As part of their outreach effort, they present their resources at dozens of workshops annually at educational institutions, professional development conferences, and professional society meetings.
NET Data, GHS Acquired By i3 Verticals
Northeast Texas Data and Graves Humphries Stahl (GHS), known collectively as NET Data, have been acquired by i3 Verticals, Inc.
“After serving our local Texas governments for more than 35 years, we have taken a large leap forward toward a bigger and brighter future. This is an exciting move for our two companies as well as our customers. The sky’s the limit for growth and opportunity. We join a very talented team of companies dedicated to bringing higher quality products and services to new markets,” states an official NET Data announcement.
According to news release posted on i3 Verticals’ website, NET Data and GHS were purchased for a combined price of approximately $24 million.
i3 Verticals Inc. is a company that specializes in payment processing solutions for small- and medium-sized businesses, e-commerce, education, nonprofit, healthcare, municipalities, property management, retail and hospitality markets, according to the i3 Verticals company website.
“The staff you know and love as well as our beautiful office will remain right here in Northeast Texas. We hope to continue serving you for another 35 years!” NET Data’s official announcement states.
NET Data’s corporate office is located on Enterprise Drive in Sulphur Springs, but NET Data Corporation has branch sales offices in Austin, Cleburne, Jacksboro and Shreveport, Louisiana, according to the NET Data website.
Chamber of Commerce, Hospital Partnering To Host “The Process of Care for Your Aging Parents” May 2
The Hopkins County Chamber of Commerce and CHRISTUS Mother Frances Hospital—Sulphur Springs are partnering to present a panel discussion called The Process of Care for Your Aging Parents from 6 to 8 p.m. Thursday, May 2, at Sulphur Springs Country Club.
Companies are invited to participate by renting a booth to distribute information and marketing materials about services offered for this specific topic.
“This
night is designed so attendees can hear the panel discussion, and are
able to then walk through booths to collect information and ask
individualized questions. This is a unique opportunity to meet,
interact with and explain services your business offers on the topic
of aging parents directly to family members who are dealing with or
preparing to deal with this soon,” said Hopkins County Chamber of
Commerce President/CEO Lezley Brown.
Booths are limited in
availability four price ranges from $75-$110, based on location and
whether the business is a Chamber member.
Anyone interested in hosting a booth at the symposium needs return a completed registration form as soon as possible to reserve a booth spot, as space is limited.
Dinner Bell Menu For April 17th, 2019
Clayton Homes is Celebrating Easter Lunch with Dinner Bell
Baked Ham with Balsamic Glaze
Brunch Egg Casserole
Green Beans with Caramelized Onions
Spicy Sweet Roasted Sweet Potatoes
Hot Rolls
Garden Salad
Easter Decor Coconut Cake
Layered Coconut Pudding (the no added sugar dessert)
Enjoy an Easter themed lunch at Dinner Bell. Same time (11:45 a.m.). Same place (Fellowship Hall of the First United Methodist Church). We promise a great meal served by happy people.
The mission of the Dinner Bell is to end hunger in Hopkins County. Fresh, hot, nutritious meals are prepared by volunteers each Wednesday and served to our guests at the First United Methodist Church. Through the generous support of church and community members and corporate sponsors we have been able to serve over 20,000 meals to those in need since opening our kitchen in 2012.
If you or your business would like to sponsor a Dinner Bell meal, give them a call at 903.885.2185
