Molino Park Elementary Names Volunteers Of The Year
May 12, 2011
Molino Park Elementary School has named its 2010-2011 volunteers of the year. They are (pictured L-R) Adult Volunteer Tina Pendleton, Youth Volunteer Brandy Hart and Senior Volunteer Janet Crosby. The were honored with a dinner at New World Landing on May 4 and were also honored at the school Wednesday. Submitted photo for NorthEscambia.com, click to enlarge.
Cheerleaders Adopt Squad In Tornado Devastated Alabama Town
May 11, 2011
Cheerleaders at one area school have adopted the cheerleaders at a small school in an Alabama town devastated by the recent tornadoes.
Phil Campbell, Alabama, tucked away in the northwestern corner of the state, is a small town with a population of 1,090 — until the tornado hit. There were 28 fatalities in the Phil Campbell High School attendance zone when the massive EF5 mile tornado devastated the town, flattening hundreds of homes and businesses. About 60 people remain hospitalized.
The varsity and junior varsity cheerleaders at Jay High School decided to “adopt” the cheerleading squads at Phill Campbell High School and send a personal care package to each cheerleader.
“We wouldn’t have been doing our job as cheerleaders if we hadn’t jumped at the opportunity to help,” Jay cheerleader Tessa Hendricks said. “I would have been devastated and in complete shock. I hope by sending care packages we were able to cheer them up or at least make them smile.”
Many of the Jay Royal girls contacted their “adopted” cheerleader via Facebook, where they learned that 4 of the 12 varsity cheerleaders at Phil Campbell lost their homes and everything that they had.
“Since we are the same age and have been through a natural disaster before, we can kind of understand what they are going through. All of us wanted to help in any way we could, and this was a great opportunity to do something for people that we can relate to,” said the Royals’ Meridith Owens. “It’s hard to imagine exactly what these girls are feeling, but if I were in their situation, I would be glad to get any help possible. Even the smallest things would mean a lot. Getting a care package from someone my age would be great, and I would be very thankful.”
The care packages were delivered directly to the PCHS girls by Janie Gomillion, Jay’s SGA sponsor, who has a relative who teaches at Phil Campbell High.
“I love helping out people, it’s the Christian thing to do. When something terrible like this happens, it is important to be a part and do as much as you can,” said Abby Raney. “If I were in this situation, I would be completely devastated, and I would greatly appreciate people helping me out in anyway possible.”
“This school really touches the heart of our students because the school is very much like Jay,” said Junia Fischer, Jay varsity cheer coach. “This is a good story that comes from such a bad storm.”
Pictured top: The Jay High School varsity cheerleaders created personal care packages for each member of a cheerleading squad in the town of Phil Campbell, Alabama, which was devastated last month by a tornado. Pictured top inset: Camille Driver writes a note to her “adopted” Phil Campbell cheerleader. Pictured bottom inset: Hanna Roberts works on a card for the PCHS squad. Pictured below: Some of the care packages. Submitted photos for NorthEscambia.com, click to enlarge.
Camp Fire Teachers Take Pie In The Face For Relay
May 11, 2011
The teachers at the Camp Fire USA Century Youth Learning Center recently took a pie in the face recently for a good cause — the American Cancer Society Relay for Life.
Camp Fire is one of several teams that will take part in the Century Relay for Life beginning Friday evening. Each Camp Fire classroom raised $20 or more to see one of their teachers get a pie in the face for Relay.
For more pie-in-the-face photos, click here.
Submitted photos for NorthEscambia.com, click to enlarge.
Century Care Residents Celebrate With Black Tie Ball (With Gallery)
May 10, 2011
Residents at Century Care Center enjoyed their Second Annual Black Tie Ball Friday with good music, great food and good times with friends.
Dressed in formal attire, the residents were escorted into a ballroom setting where they were served by administration, including Administrator Don Ripley, nursing staff including Director of Nursing Doris Jackson and the physical therapy department.
Organizers said every department at the facility contributed to make the event possible.
Pictured top: Century Care Center residents Rita and Larry Irwin of Bratt enjoy the facility’s Black Tie Ball Friday. Submitted photo for NorthEscambia.com, click to enlarge.
Principals Camp Out On School Roof For Relay
May 9, 2011
The principal and assistant principal at Jim Allen Elementary School in Cantonment camped out on the school’s roof Monday to raise money for Relay for Life.
Principal Rachel Watts and principal intern Lisa Arnold remained on the roof for one hour for every $100 contributed to Relay. The school raised $600 — enough to keep the principal duo on the roof for six hours.
Jim Allen Elementary’s Relay for Life team is one of dozens that will take part in the Relay for Life that begins this Friday night at Tate High School.
Pictured: Principal Rachel Watts and principal intern Lisa Arnold were on the roof at Jim Allen Elementary School Monday to raise money for Relay for Life. Submitted photos by Brian Miller for NorthEscambia.com, click to enlarge.
Weekend In Photos
May 9, 2011
From community festivals to theater productions to math tournaments and farmer’s markets, NorthEscambia.com had photo galleries this weekend with about 250 photos from across the area.
Click any of the items below to see more pictures.
Escambia County FFA Students Participate In Project
May 9, 2011
The Escambia County FFA recently participated in the 2011 Gulf Coast Agriculture and Natural Resource Association project. FFA Chapters from across the School District of Escambia County took part in enriching student’s lives.
The Gulf Coast Agriculture and Natural Resource Association, is an organization that is dedicated to enriching student’s lives through livestock projects. Student’s work with their local FFA advisors to learn as much as possible about agriculture through their projects. Many skills are acquired throughout this project including teamwork, commitment, and financial stewardship. Students spend many hours training for the show and receive assistance from their advisors, industry partners, alumni and community stakeholders.
The following students participated in this year’s show:
Northview High School
Allie Vidak
Jennifer Bladwin
Ashley Cunningham
Tate High School
Megan Gibbs
Emily Higdon
Victoria Bell
Tyler Knowles
Joshua Miller
Dyllan Brown
Kyle Livingston
Ernest Ward Middle School
Tabitha Chavers
Miranda Vidak
Austin Cunningham
Bellview Middle School
Donnie Dixon
Hanna Garrett
Virginia Montgomery
Ransom Middle School
Forrest Gibbs
Kindergarten Registration At Bratt, Molino Park Elementaries
May 9, 2011
Registration is underway for kindergarten at Bratt and Molino Park elementary schools.
Students must be age five before September 1, 2011 to register for the 2011-2012 school year. The student’s birth certificate, social security number and proof of residence (such as a power bill) are required at the time of registration. An immunization record and Florida physical are required by the first day of school.
Registration packets are available now at Bratt and Molino Park elementary schools. For more information, call Bratt at (850) 327-6137 or Molino Park at (850) 587-5265.
Ernest Ward Middle School Names Students Of The Month
May 9, 2011
Ernest Ward Middle School has named their Students of the Month for April. They are (L-R) James White, Courtney Weekley and Jon Michael Hart. Submitted photo for Northescambia.com, click to enlarge.
Photo Gallery: Century Celebrates Sawmill Day
May 8, 2011
The Sawmill Day heritage festival was held Saturday in Century’s historical park. The event included a variety of entertainment, displays, arts, crafts, food, an antique car show and more.
For a NorthEscambia.com photo gallery from the event and car show, click here.
There were about 40 participants in the car show. Ron Watkins, Jr.’s 1972 Buick GS took Best of Show in the event.
Century Sawmill Day Car Show winners were:
Best of Show
9 – Ron Wadkins, Jr. – 72 Buick GS
Next Ten (alphabetical, not necessarily in finishing order)
12 – Dennis Ard – 80 Pontiac TransAm
18 – Jerry Dawson – 70 Chevelle SS
4 – Gerald DuBose – 40 Chevy Coupe
3 – Joe Linsy – 50 Ford Coupe
32 – Freddie McCall – 40 Ford 2-Door Sedan
33 – Freddie McCall – 34 Ford 3-window Coupe
1 – Betty Tharp – 67 Camaro
10 – Earl Tisdale – 30 Model A
11 – Diane Van Leer – 55 Chevy BelAir
5 – Ron Wadkins, Jr. – 57 Chevy BelAir
NorthEscambia.com photos, click to enlarge.
