Psi Chi Induction Held at Catawba

The Catawba College chapter of Psi Chi, the International Honor Society in Psychology, recently inducted six members. The ceremony took place at DJ’s Restaurant on April 22.

New members are Joshua Edwards of Mount Airy; Ekaterina Kruglov of Karmiel, Israel; Katie Lewis of Advance; Danielle Pennington of Coolemee; Karen Presnell of Salisbury; and Evan Schultz of Richmond, Virginia. The advisor for Psi Chi is Dr. Lyn Boulter, professor of psychology.

 

Cannon School to name athletic field in honor of Randy Marion and family

Cannon School will name their stadium field the Randy Marion Field in honor of Randy Marion, who gave a gift of $250,000 to help fund the new, state-of-the-art turf-field project that will be installed this summer. Marion and his wife, Betty, have six grandchildren who attend Cannon.

The announcement comes on the heels of a September dedication ceremony in which Cannon School unveiled the new Randy Marion Family Field House. The Marions gave a gift of $500,000 to name the Field House as part of Cannon’s $7.4 million Building Bright Futures Capital Campaign.

“The Marions’ generous gift towards our new turf field is the final piece in the evolution of Cannon’s athletic complex,” said Head of School Matt Gossage. “Over the past eight years, we have added stadium lights, seating, a track, the Randy Marion Family Field House, and a strength training and conditioning center. Athletics are a big part of our school’s culture, and we can’t be more grateful to the Marion family for their leadership.”

 

Hanford-Dole book club

The first-grade students at Hanford-Dole Elementary enjoyed reading “Giraffes Can’t Dance” during their monthly book club.

This month’s guest reader was Tammy Corpening, an East Spencer alderwoman. Corpening brought along several jungle animals to help engage the students, which brought the story to life.  Her enthusiasm kept the students’ attention throughout the presentation.

Self-esteem was a key theme of “Giraffes Can’t Dance.” Students learned that with the “right music,” Gerald the giraffe could really dance, too.

Hanford-Dole’s Book Club is sponsored by grants from Target Stores, Schneider Electric, and Communities in Schools-Rowan.

Fran Simpson, one of the Communities In Schools site coordinators, did a parent presentation on reading and writing skills to the parents in attendance as a follow-up on the book that was read. Hanford-Dole and Communities in Schools-Rowan County are committed to engaging the parents in school activities to better prepare students and parents to work together with the school.

 

Smart Start Rowan hosts Community Helpers Day

On May 13, Smart Start Rowan hosted “Community Helpers Day.”

The event, held in the parking lot of Smart Start Rowan, began with a meet and greet with law enforcement personnel, fire rescue crews and emergency medical personnel from all across Rowan County.

After the meet and greet, children and families were able to visit the emergency vehicles, exploring the lights and sirens. Sgt. Bob Price and Master Deputy Jennifer Mason from the Rowan County Sheriff’s Office were available to help children make a child photo identity kit complete with fingerprints.

Smart Start Rowan staff took photos of the more than 100 individuals in attendance.

The Salisbury Police Department, Rowan County Rescue Squad, Salisbury Fire Department Station 1, Rowan County EMS and Rowan County Sheriff’s Department participated in the event.

 

Rowan-Cabarrus Entrepreneurship camp coming to Kannapolis

In an atmosphere of fun and learning, this engaging camp teaches entrepreneurship skills to 11-14 year olds and guides them through the important decision-making, creative process, opportunity identification and business planning tasks needed to create their own business.

They will meet and learn from successful entrepreneurs in the community and participate in numerous hands-on activities that promote team building, critical thinking and leadership skills.

Y.E.S. Summer camp starts Aug. 3 at the North Carolina Research Campus in Kannapolis. For more information, or to reserve a spot, visit www.rccc.edu/camps/youth-entrepreneurship-camp/.

 

Carson band concert

Jesse C. Carson High School’s bands will host their end of the year band concert on May 26 at 7 p.m. The concert will feature the school’s Symphonic Band, Percussion Ensemble and Jazz Band.

 

Spencer Toy and Doll Museum hosts annual teacher appreciation essay contest

Elementary school students up to fifth grade are invited to enter the Spencer Toy and Doll Museum essay contest.

Students should answer the question, “What makes your favorite teacher so special and why?”

Essays should be well-constructed and at least three paragraphs long. Entries must include name, age, grade and contact information. Hand-drawn pictures are always appreciated and enjoyed.

The student with the winning essay will win a $20 gift certificate to the museum’s gift shop and a special gift for his or her teacher.

Entries are due May 31 and winners will be announced June 7.

Essays should be submitted to The Spencer Doll and Toy Museum, 108 Fourth Street in Spencer. Hours of operation are Thursday-Saturday from 10 a.m. until 4 p.m.

For more information, call 704-762-9359.