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	FPCA Interact Club helps fight cystic fibrosis First Presbyterian Christian Academy Interact Club recently had a dress down day to raise money to combat cystic fibrosis. Each student who gave a donation of $3 or more did not have to wear a uniform that day. Other donations were also solicited. They raised $577, which will be donated to the Cystic Fibrosis Foundation to be used to help find a cure for the disease. Students who helped organize the fundraiser are; Preyen Patel, Joshua Rodgers, Joey Bell, Georgia Bell, Tim Ashmen and Sunny Patel. Read Article »
	Saint Leo University opens Savannah center SAINT LEO, Fla. -- Saint Leo University has moved to a new location in Savannah at 532 Stephenson Avenue. The University's newest location will officially open on Thursday at 11:30 a.m. "Our new Savannah Center is a state-of-the-art facility," Kathie Allen, director of the center, said. "We offer bachelor's and master's degree programs designed to fit into busy lifestyles with a blend of classroom and online formats. Adult learners, both civilian and military, can now enroll in Saint Leo University's flexible programs and convenient classes." Saint Leo University's Savannah Center offers the following undergraduate degrees; business administration, criminal justice, ... Read Article »
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	Smiley Elementary Survives CRCT After a school year of preparation, students at Smiley Elementary survived the Criterion Reference Competency Test. "Our teachers and students work really hard all year long preparing for this test," Principal Sandy Jones said. "We have motivated students to do their best." After the tests, third grade teachers modeled "survival "T-shirts designed by Kadee Dasher. Read Article »
	FLE's got talent Although prices keep rising, the cost of a good meal and some exhilarating entertainment has not gone up at Frank Long Elementary School. In fact, for just $4 per person hundreds of parents, students and faculty were able to eat hamburgers and chips, bid on some goody-filled baskets, and enjoy an action-packed show May 2. Dinner kicked off around 5:30, and the show, showcasing some of the students, parents and teachers' talent was launched by Jennifer Avila singing "Start All Over." The audience was wowed by a hoju demonstration, a gymnastics routine, an electronic anime display, and an original song ... Read Article »
	BPC graduations Saturday MOUNT VERNON -- Brewton-Parker College will hold graduations in both Mount Vernon and Hinesville, May 10. The college's main campus ceremony in Mount Vernon will be in Gillis Gymnasium inside the Snooks Student Activities Center beginning at 10 a.m. Doors will open at 9 a.m. Brewton-Parker's External Programs commencement will be at the First Baptist Church of Hinesville, 220 E. Washington Ave. The ceremony begins at 6 p.m. Dr. Cindy L. Skaruppa, BPC's vice president for enrollment services, will be speak. Skaruppa has previously served in an equivalent position at Our Lady of the Lake University in San Antonio, Texas, ... Read Article »
	School thanks businesses for support LUDOWICI -- Smiley Elementary School faculty, staff and students recently recognized Altamaha Federal Credit Union for its support of at the school. In the past, the credit union has provided monogrammed bookbags with supplies for new teachers, lunch for staff members during teacher appreciation week and support for students during Red Ribbon Week by participating in "Trunk or Treat." This year, Altamaha Federal has gone farther by also donating $4,160 to help buy playground equipment. Principal Sandy Jones said, "We want to extend many thanks to this wonderful business partner for continued support of students and staff in Long County." ... Read Article »
	Long County High has freshman orientation LUDOWICI -- Long County High School had its freshman orientation this on April 24 in the cafeteria. An estimated 200 parents and upcoming ninth-graders attended. Principal Dr. Delores Mallard welcomed everyone and then Assistant Principal David Edwards gave a slide show on the theme of the night, "Success Is the Only Option." Edwards said there had been several significant changes for next school year. One big change was the state Board of Education's eliminating the choice of either a college prep or technology diploma. "Next year there will only be one diploma for all students," Edwards said. "With this change ... Read Article »
	Library sets May events Live Oak Public Libraries Programs during May at the Liberty Branch in Hinesville and Midway-Riceboro Branch libraries include: Preschool Storytime Liberty Branch Library: Monday, May 5 and 12 at 10:30 a.m. Ages 3-4 Join us for stories, songs, and more. Tree Tots Storytime Liberty Branch Library: Tuesday, May 6 and 13 at 10:30 a.m. Ages 1-2 Join us for stories, songs, and more. Tea & Tales Book Group at the Midway-Riceboro Branch Library Thursday, May 8, at 5:30 p.m. Tea & Tales will be discussing Fahrenheit 451 by Ray Bradbury. For more information, call the Midway-Riceboro Branch Library at 884-5742. ... Read Article »
	Long Students Participate In Leadership Conference Recently, nine Long County High School students attended a leadership conference in Statesboro. The student-athletes took part in the First District RESA Safe and Drug Free Schools and Communities Program, Student Athletic Leadership Conference at Georgia Southern University's Paulsen Stadium. The students were Donte Brown, Chris Banks, Ted Turner, Jake Durham, Richard Johnson, Jimmy Bacon, Elizabeth Vandervort, Jessica Bryant and Shelby Mock. They joined more than 200 other participants from all over the state in workshops focusing on drug free sports, community volunteerism, conflict resolution and team building. In addition to the workshops, the students heard GSU head football coach ... Read Article »
	Long High names science teacher as top teacher LUDOWICI -- Long County High School named Melinda Chancey Teacher of the Year this past week. Read Article »
	STC director speaks about enrollment Terrie Oliver, director of instruction at Savannah Technical College's Liberty Campus, spoke at Tuesday's Rotary meeting. She said enrollment has gone up every semester and the school is trying to branch out and serve all of the community. "We want to retain students and see them go out into the community to get jobs," Oliver said. The Liberty Campus is on Airport Road and offers associate degree programs, diploma programs and technical certificates of credit. For more information about the programs at the Liberty Campus, visit www.savannahtech.edu/liberty/index.html. Read Article »
	Community Action offers scholarship The Coastal Georgia Area Community Action Authority joins with the Georgia Community Action Association in announcing the availability of one $1,000 scholarship to be awarded to a Georgia resident currently attending a post secondary school or who has been accepted to one. The individual must be income eligible, in accordance with Community Services Block Grant guidelines, and be successfully judged as a winner in an essay writing competition. The essay is to be entitled, "What Has the Community Action Movement Meant to My Community," and is to be no more than three typewritten pages, double-spaced. Deadline for submission is 5 ... Read Article »
	GED tests in Jesup The GED tests will be given at Altamaha Technical College's Jesup Campus on Monday and Tuesday, May 5-6, from 5-9 p.m. Registration for testing must be done in person in room 302-B on Monday, April 28, (8 a.m.-noon), Tuesday, April 29, (8 a.m.-noon) or Wednesday, April 30, (8 a.m.-noon or 5-7 p.m.). Registration takes approximately an hour. Candidates for testing must be 18 or older and a picture ID is required. The test fee is $95, payable at registration. If you have any questions, call 427-1969. Read Article »