Nappanee Advance-News, Volume 133, Number 52, Nappanee, Elkhart County, 29 December 2011 — Page 4

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Advance News • Thursday, December 29.2011

Giving the gift of an education

As the 2011 CfcostaM .holiday aeaaon approaches, it it always a good ides to step hack and consider the many ways God has Messed ns daring the year and to thank Him. Here at Amalia College, the generosity shown by afttmni and friends to the college is a reminder to me to be thankful each and every day.

Bade on Oct. 6, more than 150 people attended die annual Donor Recognition Dinner held in Cana Hall, which is located on the campus of the Poor Handmaids of Jesus'

Christ Ministry Center in Donaldson. The testimonials shared by two of our current students and an alumnus were all very heartwarming and reinforced our mission to 'serve a diverse population as we transform and empower students to achieve high academic goals, lifelong learning, successful careers and values-centered lives." The foil 2011 semester'brought us 518 students (345 female and 173 male) from Marshall, Starke, St. Joseph, Pulaski, Fulton and other surrounding counties. In addition, 253 of those students are between the ages of 17-21, with the rest being considered "nan-traditional" students. To give you an idea of the great need for financial aid assistance, 45 percent of our full-time students have an Expected Family Contribution (EFC) of SO, meaning there are no resources to pay for college. Last school year, Ancilla College helped offset scene of the recent cuts to several sources of student financial aid by providing more than sl3 million in institutional scholarships and grants to many of its students. The need is great, however the potential of our students is even greater. To those of you reading this column that financially support Ancilla College, I want to say thank you. We could not do what we do here without your generous gifts. If you are not a current donor to trie college and would like to become one, please consider that the Neighborhood Assistance Program Indiana allows a 50 percent tax credit on your donation, an additional federal deduction is allowed size based upon federal tax bracket leaving your actual out of podeet expense a fraction of the gift If you would like to give the gift of an education by making a tax-deductible donation to Ancilla College here at the end of the year to help students from our area, you may mail a check (payable to Ancilla College) to fee following address: Ancilla College, P.O. Box 1, Donaldson, IN 46513. You may also Okie an online donation with a credit card by going to www.ancilla.edu and clicking on the Make Your Donation link. May God bless you for your generosity and give you a safe and Joyful Christmas and New Year's holiday season!

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Chamois Corner By Todd Zelmangs? EXECUM DOCTOR OF Instructional I Advancement

Community

Saying ‘yes’ with no regret

Eleven yens ago I said "yes." In some ways there was pressure. But I also had some compassion as well. And there was that sense of heading into the unknown a sort of excitement that builds and compels one to venture forth with gusto. My husband said "yes" too, though he'd probably indude that it was in a moment of weakness. But now, we deal regularly with flying fur balls throughout the house. We live with way too many surprises those unexpected and gut-wrenching hairballs. And many trips down the stairway are hindered by feet underfoot But we also waken many mornings (sometimes earlier than we'd like) to greetings of love. There are times when

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I appreciate purring in my ear and warmth on my belly as I lounge in the evening. Perhaps God is trying to encourage me to be more open to things that aren't always straightforwardly a blessing. Last week we hosted friends from Pennsylvania. The youngest, Megan, was taken by our cat. Thirteen year old Staude is used to time alone, hours of quiet to deep undisturbed and mini-

city participating in the annual quilt garden walk each summer. His hometown of Nappanee boasts additional downtown murals from the master artist. Now his work is known, and recognized, in foreign lands after a March trip to China where he painted a mural for the Chinese government. MAY North Wood claims state championship The North Wood High School interdisciplinary

team, „ coached by Scott Whetstone, was crowned state champion Saturday, May 7, at tire state finals of the 2011 Senior Academic Super Bowl. The competition consisted of six subject matter rounds English, science, sodal studies, math, fine arts and interdisdplinary and was held at Purdue University's Loeb Playhouse. The theme for this year's competition was Latin America. Restrictions set inside Nappanee Parking Center lot By Mfrrie Chapman Advance Correspondent Members of the Nappanee Board of Public Works and Safety voted May 9 to restrid parking inside the lot located west of the Nappanee Center, 302 W. Market St. Signs reading No Parking 2 a.m. to 5 a.m. will be posted at the site. This new restriction will be in effect seven days a week on a permanent basis. Eliminating the parking during these hours will ensure the dty's street department access to the lot for seasonal sweeping and snow plowing. Nappanee Police Department will monitor the JUNE Fallen military heroes remembered By Merrie Chapman Advance Correspondent NAPPANEE—Veterans, local residents, Freedom Riders and more crowded around Nappanee Munidpal Hall Monday to remember the dty's fallen military heroes. Nappanee Mayor Larry Thompson asked that all military members be recognized and honored on that day. "I would ask that we remember not just those who have previously fought for our freedoms," said Thompson, "I ask that we

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mal interaction with others—basically on her own terms. However; Megan sought her out Megan sat quietly until Staude fell asleep on her lap. And eventually Megan could even cany this cat that typically hated to be transported from room to room without her jumping down. Megan was patient and kind and believed that friendship was possible even when the kitty would have preferred life on her own terms. It reminded me of myself years ago when I wasn't at all thrilled to welcome a visitor to our home. However; at this point, I know that our kitty is truly at home... and always will be.

also remember all of our military members, and their families, who are serving our country today." Panthers capture baseball sectional crown SOUTH WHITLEY Junior Nate Warner homered, drove in three runs, and scored a pair to back up a solid pitching effort from Tanner Roberts and Derek Yoder as the North Wood Panther baseball team captured the Class 3A Sectional 21 championship with an 8-4 win over Columbia City. Roberts added a pair of hits to help his own cause, and freshman Will Kirkwood scored two runs to help give North Wood their first title in baseball sine? 2007. The crown was also the first for Panther rookie head coach Zachßenko. Wa-Nee Community Schools’ scheduled school hours changed Wa-Nee Community Schools will be scheduled on Collaboration Time beginning August of 2011. The school board approved the time changes at tne April 25 regular meeting. A 30-min-ute release each Wednesday beginning Aug. 17 will provide teachers and administrators time to discuss, plan, evaluate and modify curriculum and instructional strategies in order to improve student learning. SEE NEXT WEEK’S EDITION Of THE ADVANCE NEWS FOR MORE YEAR-IN-REVIEW HEADLINES AND PHOTOS.