Gaston County Schools Good News
Penny War Challenge and collected $1,313.04 for students,
families, and staff members at Craven Early College High
School in New Bern. The fundraiser was an effort by the
school to help people affected by Hurricane Florence.
n Grier Middle student Shandreona Rainey encouraged
people to purchase tickets for barbecue plates with the idea
of donating the food to people who are homeless. She sold
52 tickets and delivered the plates to provide meals for
people in need.
n Grier Middle School was awarded a T.E.A.M. Foundation
grant in the amount of $2,500. Times Oil Company
presented the grant to the school.
Time to “Waterproof” Gaston County Kids
through Y Swim Programs
Programs offer a mix of fun, physical activity
and safety to create a lifelong love of swimming
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As the season turns from fall to winter, the
YMCA encourages children and parents
throughout Gaston County to explore the
many benefits of swimming, while also keeping
The YMCA offers After School
safety top of mind. In Y swim programs, participants can enjoy water
Cost: and develop
sports, enhance or learn new techniques, meet new friends
• School-based
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confidence, while also learning safety skills that can save
lives.
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$48/week for members, $6
• YMCA pick-up sites*:
“It’s never too early to get children involved in swimming—it’s
an for members, $7
$58/week
important for safety reasons, but also a great way to * keep
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healthy,” said Jeff Pesesky, Aquatics Director, Stowe Family YMCA.
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In addition to learning lifesaving water safety skills, swimming is a great
way to increase physical activity. Swimming also motivates children to
strive for self-improvement, teaches goal orientation and cultivates a
positive mental attitude and high self-esteem. It also teaches
life lessons
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of sport and sportsmanship, so that children can learn how
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ACTIVE TEENS
BRIGHT FUTURE
n Gaston County Board of Education member Lee Dedmon
visited first-year teachers at Grier Middle School and
offered words of support and encouragement. Additionally,
Ally Bank of Charlotte recognized seventh grade math
teacher Michael Asamoah by presenting him with school
supplies for his classroom.
GASTON COUNTY FAMILY YMCA
n Hawks Nest STEAM Academy students created more than
100 unique games as they participated in the Global
Cardboard Challenge.
n Troy Davis of Hunter Huss High School was named one of
the Charlotte area’s top preseason football players in the
High School Football Extra’s Big 22 program.
n Lingerfeldt Elementary observed Hispanic Heritage Month
with a program that had students and families to build
projects with materials provided by Home Depot.
n Springfield Elementary received an American flag from
Representative John Torbett.
n Lowell Elementary celebrated World School Milk Day.
Teachers planned different activities and fun lessons so
students could learn about how milk is produced and why it
is beneficial. The Southeast Dairy Association sponsored the
event.
n Students in Heather Wilson’s class at Mount Holly Middle
School received supplies from Lowe’s Home Improvement
to participate in the “Build Your Own Boat” Challenge.
After building a boat, the students tested its durability in a
rafting contest at the U.S. National Whitewater Center.
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Sherwood
Swimming is often thought of as a summertime activity but
the Y
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ensures that it is an activity available year round. This * winter
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several options for kids of every skill level to participate in:
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Progressive Swim Lessons – starting at 6 months School-based sites:
Cherryville
Swim Club – Ages 6 - 14
Competitive Swim Team – Ages 5 - 18
Homeschool Wellness and Swim – Ages 5 – 15
Lifeguard Certification Classes – Ages 15+
School-based sites:
New Hope
As a leading nonprofit committed to youth development, Robinson
the Y has been
a leader in providing swim lessons and water safety for more than 60
years. The Gaston County Family YMCA continues to help youth and
adults experience the joy and benefits of swimming, so they can be
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healthy, confident and secure in the water. To ensure that everyone has
Belmont Central
an opportunity to participate, financial assistance is available
to those in
Lowell
need to help cover the costs.
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Pinewood
To learn more about the Gaston County Family YMCA’s swim programs,
please visit us online at gastonymca.org today.
n North Belmont Elementary held its Title I annual meeting
and reading night program. Parents/guardians were given
tips about the importance of reading with their children, and
all families received a free book. More than 360 students,
parents, and community members attended the program.
Additionally, the school had approximately 400 students,
parents, and community members to attend its fall festival.
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