Fifth District FVD Event a Hit

By Darleen Sanford
Posted: December 22, 2008

All you could eat pizza, cookies and photos with Santa. Who could resist such an offer? Not Tara Ruehl of Lisbon. She got daughters Rachel, age 6 and Kristin, age 4 all dressed up and headed to the Fifth District Fire Station. They accidentally arrived early. All those super nice and cute firefighters were still busy setting up for the event, but not too busy to provide a cool tour for the early arrivals. One of the firemen showed them every piece of equipment at the station. When Santa arrived in an engine with sirens and lights, the kids all went nuts. It was great!

Tara says the gentleman in the red suit was the nicest, sweetest, realest Santa she’s ever seen. He was the real Santa, maybe. Kristin’s red dress was a perfect match for Santa’s outfit and she was brave enough to chat and pose for a photo. Rachel chickened out, but she was such a dear little reindeer wearing her antlers that I’m sure Santa will deliver presents for her, too.

Hats off to the members of the Fifth District Volunteer Fire Department for an outstanding event.

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Write a Letter For Award Nominee

By Darleen Sanford
Posted: December 5, 2008

Clarksville Elementary’s Kim Kinner has been nominated for the Agnes Meyer Outstanding Teacher Award. Principal Brad Herling wants to put together the best possible nomination packet for her. He needs letters from students, parents and especially former students to provide powerful evidence of her positive impact on students and others.

Consider Nomination Criteria as you write.
1) Instill in students a desire to learn and achieve
2) Understand the individual needs of students, encourage their talents and foster self-esteem
3) Demonstrate a thorough knowledge of subject matter and the ability to share it effectively
4) Foster cooperative relationships with colleagues and the community
5) Demonstrate outstanding leadership

Letters can be e-mailed to brad_herling@hcpss.org or dropped off at the school office by Dec. 9. Your support will be greatly appreciated.

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A Visitor From Bethlehem To Speak Dec. 9

By Darleen Sanford
Posted: December 5, 2008

Linden-Linthicum United Methodist Church will host Janet Lewis, a missionary from Bethlehem Tuesday, Dec. 9. She will talk about Bethlehem today and the hope for peace in the Middle East. This event is open to adults and youth in the community. A freewill offering will be taken to pay her travel expenses. Child care will be available for a donation. For more details, call the church office at 410-531-5653.

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RRHS “It’s Academic” Team on TV This Saturday

By Darleen Sanford
Posted: December 3, 2008

Congratulations are the order of the day for the RHHS “It’s Academic Team” of Matthew Beck, Kathryn Powell and Tarub Mabud along with faculty coaches Jaime Munford and Jack Dibler. To advance to the next level of competition, our team defeated Owings Mills and last year’s Baltimore area champions, Mount St. Joseph. The show will air on WJZ-TV, Channel 13 on Saturday, Dec. 6 at 10 a.m.

It’s Academic is the nation’s foremost high school quiz program and is sponsored locally by Giant Food and Morgan State University. The River Hill team will return later in the season for a playoff with two other first round winners. Go, team!

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Good Things Coming to RHHS This Weekend

By Darleen Sanford
Posted: December 3, 2008

Good things are coming to River Hill High School and you’re invited to share.

Strike up the band and celebrate with the U.S. Navy Band, appearing live in concert in the RHHS auditorium. The musical treat is scheduled for Friday, Dec. 5 at 7:30 p.m.

The RHHS Poms Clinic for grades 2-8 will be held Saturday, Dec. 6 from 9 a.m.-1 p.m. Participants will learn dance and pom skills from the award winning RHHS Poms Squad. Bring a bag lunch. Walk-ins will be welcome if space is available, but it is better to register early at www.riverhill.org.

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