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Last All Pro Dads Breakfast of the Year a Success

dave — Wed, 22 May 2013 05:00:42 +0000

Submitted by Sue Shaffer

All Pro Dads of Central held its last breakfast for this school year with an amazing turn-out of parents and children at the Central Intermediate School. Parents came to school early to have breakfast with their children and to participate in an interactive program in which they are encourged to spend time with their children and to affirm them in front of others. We would like to thank this month’s sponsors: Zoe’s Pizza Buffet, Carter Hill Construction & Central Church.

Pastor Donnie Shaffer of Central Church is thankful that we live in a community that supports family principles. He and his staff look forward to continuing serving the community through these breakfasts again next school year. For more information go to centralchurch.co

CCSS Participating in Summer Food Service Program

dave — Wed, 22 May 2013 05:00:25 +0000

From Central Community School System

The Central Community School District is participating in the Summer Food Service Program. Meals will be provided to all children without charge. Acceptance and participating requirements for the program and all activities are the same for all regardless of race, color, national origin, sex, age, or disability, and there will be no discrimination in the course of the meal service. Meals will be provided at the sites and times as follows:

Site & Address: Central Middle School, 12656 Sullivan Rd, Baton Rouge LA, 70818

Operating Dates & Day: 5/29/2013 to 6/27/2013 Monday – Thursday Meals & Times Served: Breakfast 7:00 AM – 7:30 AM, Lunch 10:30 AM – 11:00 AM

Any person who believes he or she has been discriminated against in any USDA-related activity should write or call immediately to:

USDA

Director, Office of Adjudication

1400 Independence Avenue, S.W.

Washington, DC 20250-9410

(866) 632-9992 (Voice)

(800) 877-8339 (TTD)

(800) 845-6136 (Spanish)

USDA is an equal opportunity provider and employer.

NHS Class of ’93 Reunion This Saturday

dave — Wed, 22 May 2013 05:00:24 +0000

On Saturday, May 25th, Northeast High School Class of 1993’s 20 year reunion will be held from 5:30 PM until at Sammy’s Grill in Zachary. The cost is $25 per person. RSVP at tweety.dufrene@yahoo.com or just show up at the door.

Kristy Simmons Earns Master of Science in Nursing

dave — Wed, 22 May 2013 05:00:14 +0000

Among our local graduates is Kristy Pearson Simmons, who was awarded her Master of Science in Nursing degree from Southeastern Louisiana University on Saturday, May 18 2013. A 1977 Central High graduate, Kristy earned her initial nursing diploma from OLOL School of Nursing in 1981. After raising 4 children and establishing her career as a surgery nurse at Woman’s Hospital, she went back for her BSN from Loyola University in 2010, and now has her Master’s.

Kristy has been a leader in her community and profession for many years, serving in her nursing organizations and volunteering in the local schools, such as establishing and mentoring the Future Nurse Club at Central Middle School. Kristy has been an inspiration to her colleagues and area students through her enthusiastic promotion of her profession, encouraging many young people to consider a career in nursing, including her daughter Elizabeth and several other family members and friends. Congratulations to Kristy for her achievements and for making a difference by serving others.

CHS Accelerated Reader Winners

dave — Wed, 22 May 2013 05:00:09 +0000

Central High School Accelerated Reader winners: Hannah Moran, 1st place, Marleana Watts, 2nd place, Kathryn Mancuso, 3rd place. Forty students received prizes at the semester Awards Luncheon. “Reading is a life saver!”

Galilee Baptist Academy Preschoolers Tell the Story of David and Goliath

dave — Wed, 22 May 2013 05:00:05 +0000

Galilee Baptist Academy's Preschool performed "The Sling Shot Heard 'Round the World", Tuesday May 14th. The program was a great success with students dressing up in Old Testament costumes to tell the story of David and Goliath.

Robert J. Aertker, Sr. Memorial Scholarship Awarded to CHS Student

dave — Tue, 21 May 2013 05:00:45 +0000

Submitted by Randy Gonzales

Through the establishment of a self-perpetuating memorial, the family and friends of Robert J Aertker, Sr., former teacher, principal, coach, and superintendent in East Baton Rouge Parish from 1937-1976 provides a scholarship opportunity for a senior of a public high school in East Baton Rouge Parish, including the Baker City School System, Central Community School District, and the Zachary Community School System. The scholarship is for the college/university of that student’s choice.

The student chosen for this honor must display high personal integrity and good citizenship in his/her school and his/her community. They must exhibit strong leadership and sound scholarship. The student must also have a 3.0 GPA average and be pursuing a degree in education. The selection committee is made up of 5 to 6 former East Baton Rouge Parish educators and the committee chairperson will present the award to the student chosen.

This year’s recipient of the Robert J. Aertker, Sr. Memorial Scholarship was Thomas Eddlemon of Central High School. Thomas is a fine man of integrity, he displays the heart to teach and work with others. We would like to congratulate Thomas on this great honor. Mr. Jerry Boudreaux, who's teaching, coaching, and long time principalship spanned over 40 years, presented the scholarship to Thomas at Central High School.

Thomas will be attending Hendrix College, in Conway, Arkansas to pursue a degree in Mathematics and Secondary Education. He will also continue his athletic career on the football field playing for Coach Buck Buchanan, former coach of 12 years at Louisiana College.

Joseph Cali Earns Electrical Engineering PhD

dave — Tue, 21 May 2013 05:00:20 +0000

Dr. Joseph Dominic Cali received his PhD in Electrical Engineering from Auburn University on May 5, 2013. He graduated with a 4.0 GPA. He is employed by BAE Systems in Nashua, New Hampshire. He resides in Nashua, NH with his wife Alison and their daughter Evangeline. His parents Dominic and Cindy Cali of Central City are extremely proud of his accomplishment.

Andrew Kinchen Graduates Cum Laude

dave — Tue, 21 May 2013 05:00:03 +0000

Andrew William Kinchen graduated cum laude from Louisiana College in Pineville with a Bachelor of Science Degree in Biology and Chemistry on May 11. He will continue his education at LSU Health & Science Center in Shreveport as he pursues a medical degree and plans to be an orthopaedic surgeon. Andy is the son of Ivy & Penny Kinchen of Central, and he is a 2009 graduate of Central Private School.

Central High Recognizes Leaders Among Us

dave — Mon, 20 May 2013 13:10:41 +0000

Submitted by Central High School

As Central High School continues to implement the Leader in Me process, seven more Leaders Among Us were recognized at an Ice Cream Social on Tuesday, May 7. Antonio Ragusa, Carol Crochet, James Schopp, Elizabeth Newlin, Madlin Coffey, Dakota Sanders, and Ashton Kennedy were recognized for effectively demonstrating one or more of the 7 Habits of Highly Effective People.The event was led by two CHS Student Lighthouse Team members. Senior Emanuela Plummer was the emcee, while Rachel Seidel presented a demonstration of putting ﬁ rst things ﬁ rst by choosing “big rocks” ﬁrst in daily planning.Tuesday’s social was the 5th time Leaders Among Us have been recognized this year. This method of recognizing leaders at Central High School will continue next year. Anyone may nominate a Central High student through the CHS website.