The Mail-Journal, Volume 28, Number 12, Milford, Kosciusko County, 3 May 1989 — Page 10

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THE MAIL-JOURNAL — Wed., May 3,1989

School news

Inspiring program at North Webster School

By JOSETTE ABRAMS Visual Arts Instructor Terry Haffner, Ft. Wayne: paid a second visit to North Webster School recently where he spent the day painting. His studio was the art classroom StudeigjM'rom various grade levels were able to watch Terry work on a winter scene of a covered bridge and ask questions or just talk with him Terry, who was born without arms and has only partial legs, would use his artificial limbs and

MME® I 1 W* z-llfrl If hL < , \ - VHM moBH \LORR FRIEND OF NORTH WEBSTER STUDENTS — Terry Haffner is an accomplished artist who has the ability to inspire people he talks with about youth and handicaps. He has visited North Webster students twice and wrote them after his recent visit. "Work hard in school, recognize your abilities and special gifts and let others know about them." he wrote. "Be proud of your talents, have fun arid keep dreams alive. See you soon."

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sometimes his mouth to hold his paint brush for detail work. Handicapped though he is. his talents as a public speaker and artist reflect anything but handicaps Terry's first visit to the school was last fall in an assembly program for the entire school. His second visit was made possible byfunds from the Jamie Clevenger Memorial Fund, to whose memory the day was dedicated. The art students at North Webster School appreciate this from the Clevenger family.

Terry Haffner has traveled to many major cities across the country including Boston. Minneapolis. Dallas. Kansas City. St. Louis. San Antonio. Oklahoma City and San Juan. Puerto Rico, where he has given his motivational message to youth and art workshops He also has a short video he shows before his address. This video shows him driving a boat, painting and traveling. Terry is a graduate of Purdue University. Ft. Wayne, with a degree in mental health. He serves on numerous boards and commissions throughout Indiana which are concerned with youth and the disabled Recently the National Association of Social Workers. Region 111. awarded Terry its 1989 Citizen of the Year award Terry's art work is in acrylics. He paints country scenes.

BOWLER CONCENTRATION — Barry Lamb, eighth grader at North Webster Junior High School, concentrates on the pins as he prepares to bowl at Wawasee Bow l in Syracuse. Up was one of a bus load of students who went with physical education instructor Tracy Sumpter on a recent bowling outing. Barry is the son of Charles and Penny Lamb, r 1, North W ebster. (Photo by Glen Long)

covered bridges and water scenes.. When he travels, he tries to take photos of interesting scenes for future reference in his art room. “I really enjoy painting for people,” he said. 'Tye spent time painting at the children’s museum in Indianapolis and at many malls and outside shows. I love to meet people and sell to those who will really enjoy my work. Scenes in Indiana still thrill me." Terry already has bookings for the 1989-90 school year but wants to get to more rural and smalltown elementary and middle schools. Representatives of schools, businesses or other groups can arrange for him io talk by calling 484-6079 or 833-1540 or writing him at 4600 Norarrow Dr., Ft. Wayne. Ind. 46825. North Webster School now considers Terry to be a very special friend.

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NEARING COMPLETION — Juniors and seniors from the Wawasee Building Trades Class are finishing up with the final stages of construction of two duplexes located on 806 Lynnwood, Syracuse. They started construction in the third week of September and are hav-

Key Club sponsors St. Jude Bike-A-Thon

Bike-A-Thon coordinator Pam Pletcher. Wawasee High School Key Club faculty sponsor, is asking residents to join the St. Jude Children's Research Hospital "Wheels for Life” Bike-A-Thon slated for Saturday. May 13. at Syracuse Lakeside Park. Key Club president Jenny Prado said the ride honors Brian, a leukemia patient at St. Jude. "With every turn of the wheel, riders become ‘spokes'-men for all the kids with cancer, like Brian," she said. "This ride is a vital part of the fight against childhood cancer at St. Jude. Bikers dre really needed. They make or break a bike-a-thon." Riders sign up sponsors who promise to make a donation bas-

' fit 1 Bk M ’ - 4b» / 'jjfl SERVES AS SENATE PAGE — Cindy Poort, a senior at Wawasee High School, recently served as page for Senator Betty Lawson in the Indiana State Senate, Indianapolis. ( indy is the 17-year-old daughter of Sandra Poort. r 1 box 1246. Milford.

Coppes in ISU Alpha Lambda Delta chapter

A 1988 Wawasee High School graduate is is among the 165 Indiana State students recently initiated into Alpha Lambda Delta Chapter. Diane Coppes, daughter of James and Oralia Kidd, Milford. Was among those initiated into the* national scholastic honor society for freshmen. She is majoring in elementary education.

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ed on each mile completed. All riders turning in money will receive a Certificate. In addition, those who raise $25 receive a St. Jude T-Shirt. When $75 is raised, the rider also receives a sports bag. Sponsor forms can be picked up at any of the public school offices. The general plan is to have a good time while helping a wonderful group of children who are counting on the public's support. Last year $504 was raised and organizers hope to break that record this time around. Interested people can contact Pam Pletcher at Wawasee High School for more details on riding or sponsoring a rider.

To be considered for member ship, freshmen must attain a 3.5 grade point average (based on a 4.0 scale) during their first or second semester in college. Established in 1924 at the University of Illinois, Alpha Lambda Delta has 205 chapters throughout the United States with membership totaling over 350.000.

ing anopen house on Saturday, May 6, from 1 p.m. to3p.nu Led by teacher Mark Timpe, the Wawasee Building Trades Class includes students from Wawasee and West Noble high schools. (Photo by Mary Jane Lorton) ,

J W • ■ /‘I I *• ITf ~ ■ '■BHi lalmUiSbUhil. A KEY’ ACTIVITY — Key Club Secretary Amanda Shoemaker holds a St. Jude Bike-A-Thon flier at Wawasee High School. The flier is one of many that will be posted at area schools.

Wawasee Key Club wins state honors

Key Club president Jennifer Prado, secretary Amanda Shoemaker, and Mike Minnick recently attended a' three-day state convention for all 73 Indiana Key Clubs. The event was held at the Holiday Inn Holidome northwest in Indianapolis, April 14-16.. • The students attended meetings designed to help them und> ’arid the responsibilities of their elected offices, as well as how to improve their high school Key Club. (Key Club is a school and community service organization. jointly sponsored by the high school and the Kiwanis.) Key Club is always searching for ways to help others within the school and community. People who have any suggestions can contact Pam Pletcher at Wawasee High School. Wawasee’s Key Club is ranked eighth out of the 73 clubs in the state. Other honors won were a second place in achievement and

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sixth place in single service. Some of the projects they work with in the school are registration, open house. Red Cross Blood Drive, Focus on Health, Freshmen Welcome and Penny Pitch. Within the community. Key Club works with the St. Jude Bike-A-Thon, Merchant Association Community Halloween Party, Hot Shot Contest, and Big Brothers/Big Sisters. All these projects were considered when determining overall rank. - Why bother? Abogt the only thing a modern girl takes any trouble to hide is her embarrassment. Sound advice Don't stay away from church because iX attracts so many hypocrites, there's always room for one more.