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Written by Brandon Steinert
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Wednesday, 16 June 2010 08:00 |
The First Baptist Church in Louisburg has been transformed into the wild west for a week. LifeWay’s Saddle Ridge Ranch has taken over the sanctuary for the church’s annual vacation Bible school from 9 a.m. to noon through Friday. 
The cowboy theme is driven by the motto, “Roundin’ up questions, drivin’ home answers,” with the focus on finding those answers in scripture.
The young Christian students were treated to a variety of activities, all of which presented a learning opportunity. They participated in story time, singing and dancing, different crafts every day, snacks and missions, which is where they raised money and food for local charities.
“This is a way for the kids to gain a basic love for Jesus and know that he cares for them,” said vacation Bible school Chair Shannon Aust.
Several opportunities for vacation Bible schools are still available at area churches.
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Education
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Written by Brandon Steinert
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Wednesday, 16 June 2010 08:00 |
Arrows nailed bull’s-eyes and BB guns sent tiny pellets whistling through the air last week during the Cub Scout Day Camp for the Twin Rivers district of the Heart of America Council of Boy Scouts. 
Louisburg’s Cub Scout Pack No. 3023 is not one to be left out, as they took nearly 20 boys to the four-day camp.
Terry Kratochvil, day camp coordinator for pack 3023, said the activities at the camp provide valuable life skills and opportunities to earn merit badges.
“Day camp teaches responsibility and exposes them to different things,” he said. For example, the Scouts learned some sign language and how to fire BB guns and practice archery.
They also built bird feeders, made T-shirts and got hosed down by the Paola Fire Department.
Nearly 20 activities were available to the Scouts, in all of which they participated.
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Education
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Written by Jesse Trimble
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Wednesday, 02 June 2010 08:00 |
Broadmoor Elementary School fifth-graders had a day in the sun last week as part of their awards ceremony. 
They were seen tromping down the street in a huge line as they walked from the school to City Park to receive recognition from teachers and Principal Chris McLean for their accomplishments throughout the school year.
The park was filled with parents, grandparents and siblings as fifth-graders were led to the stage by classes, smiling and eager to accept their honors and then partake of pizza after the ceremony.
McLean said he was proud of this year’s class and has no doubt they will all do well in sixth grade.
“This is one of the top classes I’ve ever been around,” he told the audience. “They set a great example for others and have great leadership skills.”
McLean went on to say he has worked with third-, fourth- and fifth-graders for 11 years, but he bragged about this year’s fifth-grade class.
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Education
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Written by Brandon Steinert
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Wednesday, 02 June 2010 08:00 |
It was complete chaos for about 20 minutes in the Broadmoor Elementary School gymnasium Friday morning. All the tension and excitement about the last day of school having finally arrived was released at once during the traditional yearbook signing event.
Each class had a separate signing event of their own, which took place throughout the day.
In the allotted time, the children had to not only secure each others’ signatures, but acquire their teachers’ John Hancocks as well.
Needless to say, they were rushed to finish the task and it made for a noisy 20 minutes, but third-grade teacher Sarah Lohse said allowing them to run amok is worthwhile.
“It gives them an opportunity, when they’re older, to reflect back on their memories,” she said.
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Education
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Written by Brandon Steinert
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Wednesday, 02 June 2010 08:00 |
Another school session has come to an end, which is a time for reflecting on the last year and recognizing those who went above and beyond what was asked of them.
Louisburg Middle School did just that May 25 for more than 120 of its students. 
Brian Bierman, LMS principal, shook the hands of each one, congratulating them on their hard work and dedication to their academics.
Not one to forget those who supported the students, Bierman spent plenty of time talking to the crowd of parents about LMS employees.
“We have a dedicated staff,” he said, introducing them one-by-one and listing their accomplishments and how many years they’ve given to LMS. “They’ve given us 648 (combined) years in education.”
After a round of applause, Bierman admitted the continued success of LMS students has not been easy considering recent school budget cuts and the loss of a handful of teachers.
“These are very difficult times,” he said, adding it doesn’t matter what happens beyond the school walls, as long as the students keep learning and the teachers keep teaching.
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