For years I had dreamed of traveling to Africa. That dream was realized in January as I prepared to make the trek with twenty other people from Wisconsin and the United Church of Christ. We learned a few days prior to our departure that political unrest had broken out following the outcome of a highly contested presidential election. Hundreds of people had been killed in post-election violence and entire villages had been set ablaze by angry protestors.

We were to spend most of the time on Mfangano Island in Lake Victoria in a tiny village called Mauta. We decided to travel by air in a small mission plane across Kenya to avoid the roadside violence that had become problematic. Our group of 21 then piled aboard a primitive wooden boat, powered by a small engine, loaded down with food, medical supplies, school supplies, hygiene kits and three goats for an hour-long trip to the other side of the island. A few team members bailed the waters that seeped in as we made our way along the lush and beautiful shoreline. The island has no roads, cars, electricity or plumbing. We slept shoulder to shoulder on thin pads atop mud floors in the sanctuary of mosquito nets. Our objective was to deliver supplies, provide medical care and begin the construction of a church/community center (Kenya is 70% Christian). We worked side-by-side with Mauta locals clearing the land with machetes and digging trenches for the foundation. Volunteers visited village homes assessing medical needs and distributing medications. The people of Mauta welcomed us graciously and treated us like family. Not long into our stay, we noticed the absence of mid-aged villagers and abundance of unmarked graves scattered throughout the village. We learned that roughly 50% of the village is HIV positive. We cradled the tiny babies in our arms and bounced giggling children upon our laps with heavy hearts knowing that half of these precious lives were infected with the silent killer. Anti-viral drugs are both costly and scarce in Africa.

Claymont Grad Travels AbroadHeidi Gonzales Jenkins (C ’88)

InsIde ThIs edITIon:Alphabet Cooking . . . . . . . 10Alumni Award Winners . . . . 7Board of Trustees . . . . . . . 15Bricks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15Clay Museum . . . . . . . . . . . 5Claymont Grad travels Abroad . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . front coverConnection Staff . . . . . . . 15Contact Us . . . . . . . . . . . . 15COSI on Wheels . . . . . . . . 10Dave Adams Arts Grants . . . 6Destination Imagination . . 13Donations . . . . . . . . . . . . 14Exploring the Middle Ages 12I Know I Can . . . . . . . . . . 13Mock Trial . . . . . . . . . . . . 11Model United Nations . . . . 11National Endowment Grant . 5Note of Thanks . . . . . . . . . . 5Novel Idea . . . . . . . . . . . . 10Positive Referral System . . . 4Power Lifters . . . . . . . . . . 12Power of the “Pen”cil . . . . . 5Reunions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4Scholarship Winners . . . . . 8Teacher Grants . . . . . . . . . 13Tech Awards and Grant . . . . 2Third Graders Attend Orchestra . 11Where Are They Now? . . . . 3

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Unfortunately, our stay on the island was cut short as continued violence on the mainland closed roads and brought the daily delivery of basic essentials like bottled water to the island to a screeching halt. As our water supply depleted and the threat of a major fuel shortage loomed, mass rallies were planned throughout the country. The U.S. government sent word to our group recommending that all American citizens, including missionaries and Peace Corp volunteers, leave Kenya. We flew to Nairobi only to learn that the flights were oversold for days due to people fleeing the country. We made the decision to travel south by road near the border of Tanzania to take in a safari and visit the Masai Tribe, thereby allowing time for the situation to stabilize. The few days in the serene setting of the Masai Mara provided us respite from the political tension. The Masai people live fascinating existences in homes made of cow dung constructed entirely by the strong women of the village. They sang traditional tribal songs and invited us to share in ancient dances with them. We were treated to the sight of majestic elephant herds and caught the intimate glimpse of a lioness nursing her young. It seemed we were worlds away from the political nightmare as we gazed at the graceful silhouette of a giraffe against the amber-hued African sunset. As magical as these moments were, we knew we were being “called” back to the violence-ravaged area to do what we could to help.

Upon our return to Nairobi, we volunteered at an orphanage housing more than 50 children. All 50 children share two small bedrooms, sleeping two and sometimes three per twin bunk bed. We deep cleaned the orphanage, helped the staff launder clothes, helped cook a hearty Kenyan meal for the children and delivered school supplies. The pencils, paper and crayons were like treasures to the grateful children who gleefully sang “asante sana” or thank you very much!

On our final day we traveled into one of the hot-spots of the unrest - Kibera or what the locals call Kibera “slums”. The dilapidated neighborhood is cramped home to a million people. Garbage knee-deep lines the streets for miles. Small tin shanties – only large enough in which to turn around - house entire families. Many blocks had been set on fire following the election results. We joined a Muslim-run organization of doctors and nurses from Africa, Europe and Asia. Working out of a badly burned-out building, we assisted the health care professionals by registering patients and packaging medications. The free, make-shift clinic was positioned near the dividing line between the two tribes most vehemently embroiled in the conflict. It was a transforming experience to work alongside these amazing Muslim women – covered entirely by their traditional clothes in the hot African sun - and the doctors who dedicated their time off to helping others. Our first-hand impressions of our Muslim brothers and sisters stood in sharp contrast to the stereotype many Americans have conjured that all Muslims are suicide bombers and terrorists. The mantra they offered us was “we are all one.”

It was a bittersweet homecoming to the U.S. I couldn’t wait to be in the safe harbor of my family, yet another part of me felt angst in leaving behind my new friends in the depths of such despair as the political fires raged on. Having left most of our belongings behind, we returned home with little more than the clothes on our backs and a few souvenirs. Yet, we carried with us something far more meaningful than anything a suitcase could hold. We were filled with overwhelming gratitude for our Kenyan hosts along with profound empathy and compassion for their struggles. In just three short months 1,000 Kenyans were killed and 300,000 were left homeless from the conflict. On February 28, 2008 Kenyan officials signed a deal creating a coalition government. Hopefully, this is the first bold step toward restoring “amani” or “peace” to the beautiful people and land of Kenya.

Three Claymont students placed in the Annual Kent State University Engineering/Technology High School Competition.

They are:Chelsea Olsafsky (junior) - 1st place Multimedia/Web

Design, $200 cash and $1500 scholarshipGreg Williamson (senior) - 1st place Animation and Design,

$200 cash and $1500 scholarshipLiesl Coffman (junior) - 2nd place Multimedia/Web Design,

$100 cash and $1000 scholarshipThe competition included juniors and seniors from participating

schools in Tuscarawas, Stark, Carroll, Coshocton, Guernsey and Harrison counties.

They were presented awards at the annual Kent State University Tuscarawas Engineering Expo on February 21, 2008

Dianne Albaugh received correspondence from Kamal Bichara at Kent State University Tuscarawas congratulating Dianne and her students on the success of their efforts in achieving the goals of the Tech Prep program in interactive media at Claymont High School. He remarked that members of the Tech Prep evaluation team and he were impressed by the quality of Claymont’s program.

He also thanked Albaugh for her efforts in piloting the use of videoconferencing to bring the competition directly into the classroom. He commended the students and Albaugh for their computer design art exhibit held at the Tuscarawas Center for the Arts.

He announced that as an expression of Dean Gregg Andrews, their faculty and his appreciation for the demonstrated quality of the Tech Prep program at Claymont, KSU - Tusc would be designating funds to assist in further enhancing the quality of Claymont’s program through establishing a CYBER CENTER at Claymont. One of the objectives of The ‘Ohio Valley Interactive Technology Alliance’ (OVITA) initiative through the ‘Workforce Innovation in Regional Economic Development’ (WIRED); OVITA WIRED grant for short, is to provide technical guidance, professional development, operational support and innovative ideas to selected quality high school programs.

Claymont High school is the first school selected to be designated as a CYBER CLUB through the OVITA WIRED grant. As such, KSU - Tusc will designate $32,000 in the grant budget to spend on mutually approved activities related to Claymont CYBER CLUB.

TECH AWARDS AND GRANT

Tom (U ‘56) and sue huff (U ‘56) are the proud parents of Christopher (Carolyn) Huff and Barb (Joe) Huff Bollon and grandparents of Sam, Madeline, Lauren and Aleigh. Tom earned 11 letters during his 4 years in high school by participating in Football, Basketball and Track. His favorite high school memory was as a freshman member of the varsity basketball team. “We were the last team to play in UHS’s old gym (in the basement) and then also the first to play in the new gym.” Sue was involved in many activities; homecoming queen, Editor of the Black and Gold school paper and Editor of the ECHO yearbook. Sue’s favorite high school memory was the feeling of pride when she and her classmates transformed the school gym into the most beautiful Jr-Sr Prom ever held at UHS. When in Ohio, they are still active in Immaculate Conception Church, Browse & Buy, Dennison Depot, Elks and Moose. When in Venice, FL, they are involved with the Monday Morning Seniors Golf League, BOA Sisterhood of Venice and Venice Little Theatre. “In our hearts, home will always be Ohio. When we drive past the old Uhrichsville High School building, it conjures up so many happy memories of classmates and school days.”

Claymont High School hosted the first Boys Basketball Holiday Classic. Three of the teams that participated had Claymont graduates as coaches. Brian Watkins (C ’96) coaches the Claymont Mustangs, Andrew Meister (C ’91) coaches the Newark Catholic Green Wave and Adam Pittis (C ’99) coaches the Harrison Central Huskies.

doug Marsh (C’ 98) earned a BS in Biology from KSU, then earned a M.S. in anesthesia from Case Western Reserve University. He worked across the nation in Atlanta, Washington, D.C., Albuquerque, and Cincinnati, before settling in Cleveland. He started his own company specializing in providing anesthesia services to various facilities. He has chosen to create a $1000 scholarship to assist a Claymont High School student who wishes to continue his/her education in the challenging field of science.

Cathy scott straub (C ’76) has been designing collectable plates for the Canal Dover Festival. She works part-time at Adventure Harley-Davidson and as a free lance illustrator and graphic designer. She is married to Rick Straub. They have two children Bryan, 19, freshman at The Ohio State University, Melissa, 15, freshman at Dover High School and reside in Dover. (photo contains several plates she has designed)

Matt Rainsberg (C ’97) is a Forensic Chemist for the US Drug Enforcement Administration. After college, he joined the AmeriCorps* National Civilian Community Corps. He traveled for 10 months working on projects such as trail maintenance, teaching elementary school, working with Habitat for Humanity and working at the XIX Winter Olympic Games in Salt Lake City, UT coordinating health care for the homeless. He continues to be a regular volunteer for Animal Rescue Foundation and Habitat for Humanity. His high school highlights include being a part of team sports (baseball and football), kickin it with Nick, Nate and Tony, Pit Crew caravan thanks to Suzanne Davis, Mr. Sterling’s chemistry labs and packing the chevette at lunch with as many people as it would hold. “Write me a note if you’re going to be in the area, would love to see some fellow Mustangs.”

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Meister - Watkins - Pittis

The City of Uhrichsville opened their new waterpark May 31st. The park, which includes two large slides, lap lanes and a large kids water area, is located at the same location of the former pool in the city park on 12th Street. The Waterpark is opened 7 days a week from 11 am to 8 pm. Members of the City Council Park Committee played a vital role in getting the park in place. Those serving on the committee in the planning stages were Cathy Borojevich Cottis (C '77), Rob Stewart (C '90), Terry Culbertson (U '55) and Mary Ellen Wilson Campbell (D '55).

Uhrichsville Waterpark

ReunionsClaymont Class of 1999 – is making plans for a 10 year reunion for June ’09. Please contact Jennie Hamilton (aka Kellar) at claymontclass1999@yahoo.com or Valari Baumberger at vbaumberger1@yahoo.com.

Claymont Class of 1983 - Friday, August 15 - Gathering at Alpa Lanes @ 7:30 p.m. Saturday, August 16th - Dinner and Dance at Moose Island @ 6:30 p.m. Please contact Pam Spring at springpk@aol.com if address is different than that listed on the alumni database page.

Claymont Class of 1979 – 30th Class Reunion will be held in 2009. Please contact Amy (Madoni) Myers, for information. Please email her any of your high school photos for a CD she is planning to put together. You may reach her using the following email amy_myers@us.aflac.com.

Claymont Class of 1973 – planning their 35th Class Reunion. Anyone having contact information for the following should contact Luanne (Lulu) Blick at lulu@lulublick.com: Gay Poulsen Tedrick, Leslie Kauffman, Ray Ross, Cindy Love Moss, Tim Walk or Cathy Hampton Hawkins.

Uhrichsville Class of 1957 will hold their annual picnic at Uhrichsville City Park on June 28th, 2008. The picnic will be held from noon to 4 pm. Please bring a dish to pass.

Arizona Uhs Alumni recently got together for the eighth consecutive year. Everett Hodkinson (1952 UHS grad and former Evening Chronicle sports writer) and his wife Carolyn hosted the event this year. They enjoyed an outdoor picnic with food, fun, and lots of UHS memories. In addition to the Arizona alumni, Richard Miller (’47) and wife Edna of Oregon, Bob Miller (’59) and wife Doris (Pounds ’61) of Colorado , and Sharron (Stevens ’58) Burke of California also joined the group.

Claymont HigH SCHool PoSitive RefeRRal SyStemDuring the school year, Paul Salvino, Assistant High School Principal, began a

program promoting positive behavior. Teachers are asked to “catch” a student in the act of doing something great

at Claymont. It is critical when dealing with students that positive actions are recognized as much as possible. The acts range from improvement in an academic area to kind or positive behavior. Staff members turn in the referral to his office just as they would a negative discipline referral. Salvino then has the opportunity to call the young man/lady to his office and

thank them for making Claymont better. He usually hands out a school logo pen, notebook or whatever he can find. This gives the opportunity to reward students for GREAT behavior instead of only focusing on the negative. Recently, Salvino and the guidance department received tremendous positive feedback from parents of students who have been recognized. He has begun to see a decline of repeat offenders with discipline referrals and noticed a decrease in specific infractions.Salvino plans to continue this program as he takes over the role of Principal at

Claymont to maintain the positive school climate.

Please join us for theAnnual Claymont Foundation

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Imagine…Power of the Pen for grade schoolers! Imagine no more! Based on Power of the Pen’s success, the program’s state committee has charged Power of the Pen to extend their reach to the 5/6 grade levels where students first explore the use of language for self expression. Thus…Power of the Pencil was created. To kick off its inaugural year, Power of the Pencil will publish an anthology of poems/essays submitted by participating schools. Claymont’s 5/6 grade REACH students, under the guidance of teacher Barb Bollon, participated. Out of 1,300 written entries, Mrs. Bollon had 5 students selected to be published. Andrew Haga – an extended metaphor poem, entitled, “Quietness” Winning color poem submissions were: Drake Patterson-“Black”, Maddy Butler-“Silver”, and Cody Pounds-“Color Me Black”. Tori Gonzales wrote a daffy definition on “Fingernails”.

national endowment grantClaymont High School has received a grant from the National Endowment

for the Humanities. The grant, called Picturing America, provided 40 art prints of famous American paintings, sculpture and needlework. A beautiful Teachers Resource Book accompanied the laminated 24” x 36” posters.Picturing America is a unique way for viewers to experience American

history and culture, as well as learning about different artistic techniques. The first preview of the prints was offered at the Spring Arts Show in March at the high school. The prints will now be displayed in the library, history rooms, art room and other classes where the teachers want to incorporate the arts with the curriculum.

UhRIChSvILLE CLAy MUSEUM The City of Uhrichsville, in partnership with The Dennison Railroad Depot Museum, is excited to announce that the Twin Cities will soon have their first museum; The Uhrichsville Clay Museum. The Clay Museum will follow the model of the Dennison Depot in which the City will own the building and the Depot Museum staff will operate the Museum. As plans progress to create this new historical asset for Uhrichsville, The Clay Museum Advisory Board is seeking support from the community both in seed dollars, donations and volunteers. As exhibits begin to take shape, they will also seek help in locating artifacts. The Museum is projected to open this summer in a temporary location and ultimately in the renovated Nickels Building. Anyone interested in making a donation or getting involved is encouraged to contact Mayor Rick Rieger, or Wendy Zucal, Depot Director. Information is available at the Depot, 740-922-6776, toll free 1-877-278-8020 or depot@tusco.net.

Grade SchoolPower of the "Pen"cil

A Note of Thanks… We received a note from Pam Schram, Claymont High School Guidance Counselor sharing her gratitude on behalf of Claymont students to all of the Claymont, Uhrichsville and Dennison graduates that have established scholarships in their names or the names of their families. “Scholarships are getting SO hard to come by for the kids because

colleges are reserving theirs for those at the very top of the selection process. So, when we can boost that by giving locally, it really helps.”

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doug huston & Jim howell (Instrumental Music 5-12): M-Audio MicroTrack II Portable Digital Recorder - the MicroTrack is the industry leader in digital recording technology. It produces high quality sound and near-instant playback with the use of a computer. This technology will allow them to provide increased performance feedback for all students in the band program M-Audio Keystation 88 Pro USB/MIDI Keyboard Controller - the M-Audio Keystation is a digital keyboard designed to work with current music software programs to be a part of a complete music workstation that can allow teachers to prepare music for study and performance as well as open up music technology options for advanced music students. Commissioned transcription of “Dreamsville, Ohio” - written by Glenn Miller, done in original transcription and arrangement for concert band by Tom Daugherty Pfrogner. This song was written by Glenn Miller about Dennison based on stories he heard from his band members that came through here during WWII.

Jeanne Carrothers (elementary Music): Third grade students will hear the Canton Symphony perform. Prior to the event, a docent from Canton will come to prepare the students for the performance. She will have a study guide with CD for the students to gain information about what they are going to hear. They learn about the families of instruments and proper concert/field trip behavior.

Liz Bausch (Vocal Music 7-12): Choir Robes - the choir's numbers for next year are extremely high -110 Symphonic Choir and 54 Chorale - so they are in desperate need to expand the amount of robes. The original robes were purchased by Dave Adams prior to his passing.

george krause (elementary Art): Electrician/wiring for kiln - this will cover the cost to wire and install the vent at the school building for the kiln that was purchased last year.

sarah Fouts (elementary & Intermediate Vocal Music): Amahl and the Night Visitors opera by Carlo Menotti at the Canton Symphony Orchestra – all sixth graders will be able to attend this performance. Due to inclement weather, last year’s 6th graders were not able to attend so, as 7th graders, they will also be making the trip.

Lora Cotton (Thespians & Musical): Four two-way radios with headsets will be purchased for communication between backstage, sound/light booth and technical staff. Four Microphones with pack controls will be purchased to combine with the current eight microphones (also donated by Dave Adams). With larger productions, the number of microphones needed has increased.

JoLyn Barber (Intermediate & Junior high Art): The SMART board is an interactive white board that connects to the classroom computer and a projector. This will be used at the Junior High School.

Carrie Woods (high school Art): Pottery Wheel – an additional pottery wheel will be purchased to allow additional students to learn pottery wheel throwing techniques. The number of interested students has been on the rise and this will allow them the opportunity to gain experience.

Dave AdamsFine and Performing Arts Grants

for 2008-2009 The Claymont Foundation is again humbled by the opportunities given to our fine and performing arts departments made possible by the generous donation of Uhrichsville graduate Dave Adams. His memory will continue to live on as our students develop a deeper appreciation of the arts. We are pleased to be able to award more than $15,000 in grants for the 2008-2009 school year. The awards are as follows:

Alumni Award Winners

The 2008 recipients are as follows: The Distinguished Alumnus Award was

presented to Sally Kuba Bonner (C ’72). Sally is Director of Pediatric Wellness at Twin City Hospital and teaches a Physical Therapist Assistant Program at Stark State College. She is former Director of Physical Therapy at Twin City Hospital and former staff physical therapist at Hopewell School in Coshocton.

She graduated Magna Cum Laude from Ithaca College in Ithaca, NY, receiving her Bachelor’s in physical therapy.

She served on the Bureau of Early Intervention State Committee. She was instrumental in obtaining grants for the Pediatric Wellness program, totaling over $500,000 in the past six years.

Sally is a member of the Quest Club, Roxford United Methodist Church and College Club of Tuscarawas County. She is a volunteer for SUDS-Standing Up for Downs Syndrome and the Muscular Dystrophy Association.

She is currently studying for her Master’s Degree at the University of Indianapolis.

She has been married to James Bonner for 31 years. They have three daughters Hillary (C ’99), Brittany (C ’02) and Morgan (C ’04). She has two brothers Bob (C ’76) and Don (C ’77) and two sisters, her twin Dr. Sue Kuba (C ’72) and Barb Charles (C ’71). Her mother is Dorothy “Dottie” Kuba and father is the late Dr. Robert Kuba.

The Alumnus of the year Award was presented to Alan Pocock (C ’67). Alan is the Learning Disabilities Department Chairman and Director of the LEAD Program at Cheyenne Mountain High in Colorado. He is a member of the Board of Directors of the LEAD Foundation, former member of the Board of Directors for the Colorado

Learning Disabilities Association and Colorado Advisory Board for Learning Disabilities.

He is the recipient of the 2007-2008 No Child Left Behind Colorado Teacher of the Year Award and has been recognized by the Colorado Department of Education. LEAD has received citations by California House of Representative and Senate, as well as the University of North Carolina Charlotte. He has been a presenter for International Learning Disabilities Association Conference in ten states. He has been published in “Intervention in School and Clinic.”

Alan’s son, Jeremiah, is a student at The Ohio State University and his daughter, Jessica, is a graduate of Colorado College.

The Citizens of the year Award was presented to Beth Ann Cox Kopp (C ’78) and Mike Kopp (C ’74). Mike has been an Account Manager at 7-Up Bottling for 30 years and Beth has been a Library Aide at Trenton Avenue Elementary for 11 years.

Mike and Beth are active at the First

Christian Church, members of Uhrichsville Elks and Claymont Booster Club, where Mike has served as president for 6 years. They have also been involved in Little League, Girls softball, story teller on Polar Express and the Rainbow Connection. Beth and Mike have run the Booster Club concession stand for 6 years.

Mike has previously been recognized as Elk of the Year and has received the OHSAA “Respect the Game” Award. Mike and Beth have three children; Seth (C ’01), Kirk (C ’04) and Macy, a sophomore at Claymont.

The Alumnus Achievement Award was presented to Daryl hicks (U ’65). Daryl is a retired Assistant Clerk of Courts/Managed Legal Division of the courts in Richland County. He currently works for RHDD in Coshocton County and resides in Mt. Vernon. He assists in the initiation and implementation of programs for the physically and mentally challenged. He is also a

court appointed Legal Guardian for several disabled veterans. He is a decorated and disabled Viet Nam Veteran and was

critically wounded in Dong Ha, Viet Nam during the 1968 TET offensive.

Daryl was nominated as Poet of the Year in 2006, inducted into the Library of Congress 2002, Meritorious Poet 2006-07-08, former Poet Laureate for the Viet Nam Traveling Wall and Author and International Poet published in the U S, London and Paris. He is a featured poet in two current books; Centres of Expression and Best Poems and Poets of 2007. He was recently described by Korean Pulitzer Prize Winner, Dr. Kyong Kim as “Americas’ Warrior Poet.”

Daryl unveiled the Purple Heart Stamp with New Philadelphia Postmaster, Glenn Dobson. He is a member of First United Methodist Church. He is the son of Arthur E. Hicks and has a son, Shaye, and a daughter, Angela.

The Teacher of the year Award was awarded to Sherill Maxwell Struchen (D ’65). Sherill is currently a Physical Education Teacher at Eastport Avenue and Trenton Avenue Elementary schools. She received her Bachelor’s Degree in Education from Ohio University and her Master’s Degree in Education from Ashland University.

She is a Lead Mentor for Claymont’s Entry Year Program and helped design the Mentor Program for the region. She trains mentor teachers in Pathwise, Mentoring and Pride classes for Muskingum and Ashland College.

She is a member of Park Christian Church, where she belongs to the women’s group, Phoebes Friends and teaches Beginner Church and is a nursery volunteer. She has also taught all ages in Sunday School and Vacation Bible School. Sherill is married to David E Struchen and they have a son, Rich (Heidy) Struchen and a daughter, Haelee (James) Wallick. They have four grandchildren, Rich & Paige Struchen and Jared & Jaden Wallick. Her father Richard Maxwell and sister Rhonda (Michael) Clark round out their family.

Saturday May 3rd the Claymont Foundation presented their 10th Annual Alumni Achievement Awards at Claymont High School.

Scott Luikart, vice president, welcomed everyone to the event and introduced the Foundation Board members, Claymont Administrators and School Board members. Tenielle Carter gave the invocation. Dinner music was provided by Jeanna Cottis - violin, Grace Pearch – vocal, both Claymont students and Julie Gilmore Pearch (C ’76) – piano.

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$2500 Scott & Jenifer Luikart ScholarshipAudrey Metzger West Virginia University Chemistry in Forensic ScienceDaughter of Dee & John Metzger

$2500 Scott & Jenifer Luikart Scholarshipolivia Lint University of Cincinnati NursingDaughter of Beth and Rob Lint

$1500 In Memory of John HarstineDonated by Dr. Andrea and Paul Fanti & Dr. Joe & Maudie FantiJerrod gotschallOhio University AviationSon of Jerry Gotschall and Mary Ann Gotschall

$1000 Scott & Jenifer Luikart ScholarshipLindsey CoxKent State Fashion MerchandisingDaughter of Dallas & Sharon Cox

$1000 Robert McCullough MemorialCord ChristensenThe Ohio State UniversityBusiness AdministrationSon of Penny Dixon

$1000 Gram Memorialderek kreinbihlWest Liberty State CollegeBiology & ChemistrySon of Angela Burton

$1000 Cliff PocockZachary BenedumKent State University Tuscarawas Electrical & Electronic Engineering TechSon of Bill and Margie Benedum

$1000 Macel Maxwell MemorialJordan ButlerKent State University ArchitectureDaughter of Kay & Rick Butler

$500 Pete Wolfe Memorial$500 Dick Dorland Memorialseth MehokBowling Green State UniversityEnglish EducationSon of Mark Mehok

$1000 Scott & Jenifer Luikart ScholarshipLee-Anna BardunKent State UniversityJournalismDaughter of Robin Bardun and Larry Bardun

$1000 Dave Adams Memorial Scholarshipkimberly CarlisleUniversity of AkronMusic EducationDaughter of Greg and Samantha Carlisle

$1000 Scott & Jenifer Luikart ScholarshipCourtney WilloughbyThe Ohio State University or Malone College – UndecidedDaughter of Valerie Willoughby &Kevin Willoughby

$500 Scott & Jenifer Luikart Scholarship$500 First National BankCorey golecKent State University Business and MarketingSon of Rich and Jody Golec

$1000 Dave Adams Memorial ScholarshipJesse Foutz University of Akron - Music EducationSon of Jim & Cathie Foutz

Scholarship WinnersThrough generous donations by many Claymont, Uhrichsville and Dennison graduates, businesses, organizations and individuals, the Claymont Foundation was able to award $30,500 in scholarships at the 2008 Alumni Awards Dinner.

$2000 Richard & Martha Armstrong DenmanColleen Maleski The Ohio State University Strategic Communication

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$1000 Marie HillyerJacob hillyerUniversity of Kentucky Agricultural & Mechanical EngineeringSon of Kim and Brad Hillyer

$1000 Brainerd MemorialJosh BrindleyWest LibertyExercise PhysiologySon of Jeff & Kathy Brindley

$1000 Glenn Stilgenbaurer ScholarshipAlissa MangusKent State University NursingDaughter of Ron & Debbie Mangus

$1000 Glenn Stilgenbaurer ScholarshipLexie WilliamsWalsh University NursingDaughter of Kyle & Dawn Williams

$1000 Truck Sales Scholarshipnathan edwardsWest Virginia WesleyanNursingSon of Doug Edwards

$750 Uhrichsville Class of 57gary BalesUniversity of Akron Polymer EngineeringSon of Jorjann Bales

$750 Uhrichsville Class of 57Lindsay gardnerWest Liberty State College NursingDaughter of Kristine Gardner

$500 Uhrichsville Class of 56kristee QuillenJefferson Community College Medical Assistant Daughter of Greg & Laurie Quillen

$500 Sam ShimpTenielle CarterBaldwin Wallace Pre MedicineDaughter of Jay Carter and Lori Jackson

$500 Stilgenbaurer – VocationalCasey McMastersHocking TechCulinary ArtsDaughter of Lisa McMasters and Randy McMasters

$500 - Quest ClubChelsea galbreathThe Ohio State University ATI Animal ScienceDaughter of Jeff and Loretta Galbreath

$500 Scott & Jenifer Luikart Scholarshipheather FoxKent State University Tuscarawas NursingDaughter of Susan Legg & Mike Legg

$500 Randy & Beth Johnson ScholarshipMelissa McMillenKent State University TuscarawasEducationDaughter of Tim & Tammy McMillen

$500 Claymont Foundation Scholarshipkelsey WilsonUndecidedNursingDaughter of Amy Meyers and Walter Wilson

Scholarship Winners

$1000 Dave Adams Memorial ScholarshipClara PearchMuskingum College Music Education

$1000 Dave Adams Memorial Scholarshipstephen TrippUniversity of AkronMusic Education

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Teacher Grant Reports

Amy Ehret conducts a weekly hands-on project for the Intervention Kindergarten and Transition First Grade students at Eastport Elementary called “Alphabet Cooking.” The children work together once a week to make a healthy snack based on the letter they are learning that week. The activities provide the children with content standard skills needed for both kindergarten and first grade. The activities help with skills in math, science, language, fine motor, manners, hygiene, and listening. They had a great time working together and making new exciting snacks.

COSI On WheelSvisits Park Elementary School

Students at Park Elementary had the unique opportunity to spend the day learning about wild things and their habitats thanks to the Claymont Foundation and an anonymous donor. The day began with an opening assembly for all grades K-4. They participated in hands-on activities that included a boat activity which not only involved boat safety but the actual act of catching and identifying a fish. The students participated in biological studies where they were banded together and actually got to portray themselves as a trapped animal. Students used binoculars to locate and identify various bird habitats. They learned about transmitter collars and how biologists use them for tracking animals. The students used microscopes to examine insect parts. The students analyzed the skulls, waste and pelts of several wild animals as well as the horns and antlers of others to determine age of a specific animal.

Novel Idea1984: A Look Into the Future

Alphabet Cooking

Seniors at Claymont High School read George Orwell’s “futuristic” novel, "1984". This exposed seniors to the idea of a government which holds total control over its citizens. In the novel, the government, called Big Brother, controls every aspect of its citizens’ lives and watches each individual closely on their telescreens. Winston, the main character, decides to rebel against the government but is soon caught and “taught” to love Big Brother again. “I thought it was going to be boring, but I actually got into it” says Josh Davis, a senior at Claymont High School. Students read and studied this novel during the last nine weeks of the school year in order to better prepare them for college level novel studies. This foundation grant was awarded to Sarah Nottingham

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Claymont third grade Students attend orchestra Concert

Thanks to the generosity of the Dave Adams fund, all of the third grade students at Claymont City Schools attended a live performance of the Canton Symphony Orchestra on February 14. It was determined that very few students at Claymont had ever attended an orchestra concert before, so a request was made for money in the Dave Adams fund to be used to pay for the bussing and tickets for the concert.Prior to the event, the students learned about the families of instruments in the orchestra and their unique sounds. They learned about the role of the conductor and proper concert etiquette. A visit from a docent representing the orchestra came a few days before the program to give the students a sample of what they were going to hear. All of the pieces the orchestra performed were related to the water cycle, giving the program a cross-curricular blend of science and music. The 160 excited students and teachers boarded the busses to go to Glen Oak High School for the performance. They attended the concert with elementary students from other area schools. Students showed excellent concert behavior. Thanks to the foresight and generosity of an area alumnus, Dave Adams, this memorable trip was possible. Jeanne Carrothers, Music Teacher said “I appreciate the opportunity given to us by this fund”.

Friday, Feb. 1 three teams of Claymont High School students participated in the Ohio Mock Trial district competition at the Tuscarawas County Courthouse. Twenty six students from grades 9-12 comprised three teams that were coached by local attorneys Brad Hillyer and JJ Ong, along with school advisor Pam Schram. Students met weekly starting in late November to prepare for the competition. While none of the teams advanced to regionals, five students earned Outstanding Awards for their roles. Winning awards were Emily Suzuki, Leeann Jackson, Audrey Metzger, Lindsay Gardner and Kaitlyn Unrue. Schools represented in addition to Claymont were New Philadelphia, Jackson, Steubenville and Garfield Heights.

Claymont Particiatesin mock trial Competition

Claymont High School sent fifteen students to participate in Model United Nations which was held at Cleveland State University in early November. This was possible through a Claymont Foundation Teacher Grant. Claymont represented the countries of Cuba and India and developed resolutions on world problems such as, Slavery in the Modern World, Employment Creation: Working out of Poverty, and Rebuilding Kosovo. Students include: Audrey Metzger, Katie Unrue, Nick Neininger, Nick Shafer, Nicole McCullough, Lyndsey McMath, Seth Kimble, Seth Mehok, Elliot Lint, Cory Schwendiman, Alexandria Bollon, Kolby Bloom, Leann Jackson, Ayrika Whitney, and Tiffany Kneuss. When asked what they learned from the event, students responded: all delegates gain knowledge about world economy and cultures, gain confidence in speaking in front of crowds, respectfully debate, and meet people with other cultures and beliefs. Everyone would like to thank the Foundation for helping fund this student activity.

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ClaymOnt POWer lIfterS Claymont Athletic Trainer Jamey J. Harlan recently started a Power Lifting Program at Claymont High School. In the early winter

59 students participated in their annual lift-a-thon and raised approximately $2300. Winners were Kyle Garabrandt, Colt Liggett, Jared Kendziorski and Jordan Smith. Saturday April 5th a group of nine Claymont student-athletes participated in a power lifting meet at Pickerington North High

School. The meet consisted of 14 teams and approximately 165 lifters. The athletes were divided into thirteen weight classes starting at 125 lbs. and ending at the 245+ lbs. Three lifts, the bench press, squat and deadlift, were used in the scoring system for this meet. Each athlete's highest weight lifted at each discipline was added for a three lift total. Places 1-6 were awarded in each weight class. This was the first lifting competition that any of these kids had been to in their high school careers. Claymont placed seven out of nine athletes that attended.Claymont is planning to host a power lifting meet on June 28th at the high school.

7th Grade Students Explore

the Middle Ages Each year the Students of CJHS learn to summarize nearly 400 years of history in 6 short words: “Knights, Kings, Castles, Death, Disease and Destruction!” This is a fascinating time of feudal lords, the medieval church, and bubonic plague. The students took part in a 3 week comprehensive study of the Middle Ages in order to deepen their knowledge and understanding of the Middle Ages. The unit culminates with the students displaying their research, effort, and work to their parents and Claymont Staff. This year’s students are: Brent Beach, Breanna Beckley, Maddy Butler, Keith Cameron, Maddison Cavanaugh, Austin Erickson, Alexys Gribble, Carl Kelly, Aaron McCartney, Joelle Miles, Sydnee Peters, Colton Rentsch and Abigail Schafer.

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Patrons for the banquet were Joe & Barb Bollon, Clay City Pipe Company, Connolly Hillyer & Jackson, Dennison Yard, Pangrazio Pizza & Pangrazio Families, FabOhio, Kelsey’s Kreations, Pillars Club- John & Ann Page, Rod, Diane and Anthony Rafael, R.K. Lindsey Funeral Home, Inc., The Romig Agency, Smith Ambulance, Stephenson, Stephenson, Carrothers & Ong Attorneys at Law, Truck Sales & Service, Inc., Twin City Chiropractic and Uhrichsville Moose Family Center #740. Ember Complete Care sponsored the social time and First National Bank of Dennison sponsored the program printing.

Scott Luikart and Neeley Cox Davis presented the scholarships and Dawn Gyurko Furniss recognized the Teacher Grant winners.

President Martha Campbell gave closing remarks and recognized the former Alumni Award winners that were present.

The event was chaired by Mary Ellen Wilson Campbell (D ’55). She was assisted by Dawn Furniss, Kim Cutlip Castello Watson, Kathy Roberts Ferguson and Becky Campbell.

Sue Bonifay Vermillion and her staff prepared the meal, while Claymont High School students served as waiters and waitresses for the event.

Several student projects were on display in the lobby during the social time.

Prior to the event, in celebration of the 10th Alumni Awards, Greg DiDonato (C ’80) hosted a reception at the Trainmaster Inn in Dennison for the current and former award winners and the Foundation Board. Broadrun Cheesehouse provided refreshments.

Alumni Award Winners. . . continued from page 7

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I Know I CanSeven classrooms of second graders recently were involved in the I Know I Can

curriculum which is sponsored by the Claymont City Schools ACE (Accessing a College Education) program. The ACE program is a grant and donation funded program that enables an advisor to work with students on career and college planning activities in the elementary grades as well as work with juniors and seniors on college visits, admissions and funding.

The elementary students were introduced to various careers and were involved in discussions on education and/or training requirements for each.

Hands on activities included creation of a “Working On It” poster where students identified a skill that they would use throughout their educational experience that they could improve upon. Other activities included Career Bingo, Word Search puzzles, and self portraits of the student as he/she would appear in their chosen careers.

You’ve heard of spelling bees, quiz bowls, robotics competitions and science fairs. In fact, there is probably an event for every school subject. Destination Imagination is none of those things – and all of those things! Destination Imagination is a school-friendly program where young people take what they know and what they do well and learn to apply it to solve challenges. They work cooperatively on a team and push the limits of imagination to best not their competition, but themselves. Claymont Schools sent 3 teams to the regional competition on March 15, 2008 at Meadowbrook High School. The two 6th grade teams, coached by Barb Bollon and Karen Ruffini, took 2nd place in their separate challenge competitions. Sarah Gibson and Jessica Murphy coached the 7th grade team which placed 3rd. Sixth graders participating through the REACH program were: Karley Bitikofer, Dallas Clarke, Mikayla Cox, Devin Edwards, Courtney Gibson,

Tori Gonzales, Andrew Haga, Kaitlyn Mangus, Drake Patterson, Cody Pounds, Kenderick Proof, Alan Ruffini, Courtney Schwendiman, Aaron Shafer, and Sierra Swigert. Participating 7th grade REACH students were: Brent Beach, Maddy Butler, Maddison Cavanaugh, Austin Erickson, Aaron McCartney, Joelle Miles, Colton Rentsch, and Abby Schafer.

Science of the Stars, S Spillman & R BardumFreshman will have 5 activities that will explore emission spectroscopy, Doppler effect, the relationship between wavelength and frequency and how spectral lines can be used to determine the different elements present in gases and chemical compounds.Living history-Underground Railroad, J McCluskeyNature’s Classroom at Camp Muskingum one day program where students will travel as part of the Underground Railroad. In this 3-4 hour program, students will be able to identify components of the Underground Railroad as well as compare the racism of slavery with modern day discrimination.English Class Autobiographies, h O’ConnerStudents will create autobiographies following specific instructions. Book will be formatted with a computer program and sent to a publisher to be published in

hardback copy. The objective of assignment is to teach students basic narrative writing skills and also fulfill many Ohio English Standards.Putting the challenge in Scholar Challenge, A NeiningerAssist in creating a system for managing and maintaining the multitude of materials and bits of information the team members collect and need to file to review for competition. They will also purchase new games and tools to increase knowledge.The Phonics Dance, C MartiniThis program is designed for those students that are repeating the Saxon Kindergarten program. This is a quick and easy way for primary teachers to teach phonics and increase reading and writing skills. The Title Reading program will have the opportunity to use the program also. This program will improve the oral reading fluency of each student.

Teacher Grants AwardedThe Claymont Foundation presented a second round of teacher grants for the 2007-2008 school year. The awards were as follows:

CLAYMONT TEAMS PLACE AT REGIONAL DESTINATION IMAGINATION COMPETITION

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IN MEMORy OF vIRGINIA ADDISON Paul Fanti The Addison Family Uhrichsville Class of 1951 Eastport Avenue Staff Blaine & Norma Gilmore Mike & Debbie McMath 1981 State Champion Claymont Lady Mustangs Becky Hillyer Grace Yarris Lori Murphy Bobby & Rosalind Murphy

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