Education

Hillsboro FFA Chapter inducts Greenhands

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The Hillsboro FFA Chapter recently hosted Greenhand Night for its new members. The officers led a meeting in the auditorium to induct new members. During this meeting it also had committee reports over the national convention, job interview, Ag Day, October meeting, food science and the Family Farm Home community service. The members also had the opportunity to listen to Lunke Jennings, state FFA president, give an awesome speech over knowing your worth through agriculture. These members were able to bring parents and family to watch them receive a memorable award. While the members were getting inducted, other chapter members were able to cheer them on. Being a Greenhand in FFA requires you to have satisfactory plans for supervised agricultural experiences. During the ceremony, the new inductees were rewarded with their Greenhand pen. Now that these members hold a place in they chapter, they have the opportunity to make an impact throughout the Hillsboro FFA. Pictured below are our newest Greenhands, the 2023-24 Hillsboro FFA officers, and state president Luke Jennings.

Hillsboro FFA 5th at food science contest

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Twenty-Seven members of the Hillsboro FFA Chapter left for a recent food science competition at Talawanda High School. The contestants evaluated different food samples and aromas, identified food science equipment, calculated calories, analyzed food safety and sanitation concerns, and determined food safety and quality issues. There were 136 total students that participated, and 15 teams that competed in the competition. The Hillsboro FFA Chapter placed fifth overall and Alex McClaren placed ninth overall individually.

Greenfield fifth graders raise money for student

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In the second annual Art for a Cause, Greenfield Elementary fifth graders auctioned off paintings, which the students created themselves, on the school’s Facebook page earlier this month. The final tally for the auction came to $786 which will go to help a local student battling leukemia. The fifth graders are pictured on the steps of Greenfield Elementary on Dec. 11. Also shown is a photo of Brooklynn Shapley who is holding a plaque she received for her thoughtfulness because she was the one who initially shared the idea for the event to benefit the middle school student fighting leukemia.

Auditions for SSCC’s ‘Firebringer’

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SSCC Theatre will hold auditions for the spring production of “Firebringer”, with music and lyrics by Meredith Stepien and Mark Swiderski, book by Matt Lang, Nick Lang and Brian Holden, and arranged by Clark Baxtresser and Pierce Siebers.

Hillsboro FFA helps Altrusa

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Hillsboro FFA members recently volunteered at the Altrusa Quarter Auction. The members included Brayden Lane, Alex McClarren, Brady Carter, Cole Mason, Corbin Winkle, Chloe Newman, Riley Gallimore, Madison Carroll, Klayton Waits, Peyton Gaines, and Makenna Daulton. During this event the members helped to collect quarters, pass out awards, and were available wherever help was needed. This event taught the FFA members to become versatile, grow leadership skills, problem solving skills and compassion. The members are proud to serve the community and will continue to give back to the place they love most.

ADAMH Red Ribbon essay contest winners

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The Paint Valley Alcohol Drug Addiction and Mental Health Board has selected winners for its 10th annual “Write in Red” Red Ribbon Week Essay Contest.

SSCC’s Bradshaw awarded scholarship

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Southern State’s Kayla Bradshaw has been selected as a recipient of the Intel Semiconductor Scholarship for Women.

SSCC joins collaboration for advanced manufacturing

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Southern State Community College has accepted the invitation to serve as a partner in the Ohio Semiconductor Collaboration Network (OSCN) to be part of a yearlong professional development opportunity. Southern State’s participation will help to accelerate its advanced manufacturing presence in Ohio.

McClain Art Club brightens holidays

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The McClain Art Club recently painted windows at the Yusa Corporation in Washington C.H. It’s the fourth year the art club has done the holiday window painting at Yusa, according to art teacher Rachel Soards. The students come up with their own plans and once the paintings are done, Yusa employees vote for their favorites. It’s a bit of community service the students enjoy and, Soards said, “It’s a nice way to kick off the holiday season.” Pictured is the McClain Art Club along with Soards and one the students’ creations.

SSCC students inducted into honor society

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The membership of one of higher education’s most recognized honor societies, Phi Theta Kappa (PTK), was enhanced by the induction of several new members at a Nov. 16 ceremony held on the Southern State Community College Central Campus.