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2A ♦ THURSDAY, SEPTEMBER 7, 2006 FMMS, Reaves receive awards Special to the Journal Feagin Mill Middle School brought home two awards from the Georgia Association of Middle School Principals meeting held this past sum mer. The school was award ed the Effective Program Award for gains made over the past three years in clos ing the achievement gaps for economically disadvantaged students, minorities and students with disabilities. In addition, Principal Paige Reaves won the Georgia 2006 Mike Campbell Exemplary Leadership Award for District H. Schools nominated for effec tive programs must have a principal who has served at the school for at least two full years. “The faculty and staff at Feagin Mill continuously strive to provide engaging and challenging activities which differentiate class- pE J . , .■ ■■■*■ " ■ - "„>■ i a A f T \ . - • '« . X ' *" *',•*. V. te» V’ Jr A. 1 ESm «. . JINK** *V - ’ ft J [r?wswr > • ~ v t' - v' , m*-' -jj/gm** , L. ~%-y _ m:. xßrnedgmi . ■ ' *‘jCTR t :j }d H sj ■ w Fi<~ iSSB . J. v - • •» 1 : fws/JkJ s 'CFiy Ate ? !im E nfi;nv i lisc. t "‘^*4 §gmjSmfa Jl>o| *.>‘«M < >ffk t - Hi A Hl# °' H wt§> ■•,« fLdraGKH wufF RevnMMv(,\ .iHi7e, RM*' ''"««»»> Is f, : , f'^ c s£ ; fe. JWm ; ~ • ' -i... }}<(t I \S{\ iP^IS I ' i ( '' c "/> I Jk ■* m ■ t| Submitted The Flint Energies Foundation awarded a $2,310.00 grant to Russeil Eiementary School. Flint Energies awards Russell Elementary grant Special to the Journal Russell Elementary School has been awarded a $2,310.00 grant by the Flint Energies Foundation. The grant, according to a release, will be used to pur chase uniforms and warm up suits for its first time dance team. The dance team will begin performing this fall. In 2001, Flint Energies adopted this uniquely simple and rewarding way to enable members to raise money for local charities and service organizations - Operation Round Up®. The electric cooperative’s Stocker serving as state mathematics organization leader Special to the Journal Bonnie Stocker, coordi nator of mathematics for grades 6-12 for Houston County schools, is serving as president of the Georgia Association of Advanced Placement Mathematics Teachers. The organization has 50 active members and is open to all AP Mathematics teachers and interested non- AP teachers. GA2PMT, according to a release, was formed to encourage the professional development of AP math teachers. Stocker joined the organization soon after it was formed in 1995. “It is an honor to be able to lead this organization,” Stocker said. “To meet with all the AP math teachers at our fall conference is almost breath taking. When I think about all the brilliant minds that are a part of this organiza tion, it is a humbling experi- V REAVES room instruction to accom modate the varying needs of the students served,” said Reaves. “Our efforts have focused on effective practices to nar row the achievement gap for members contribute nearly $300,000 annually to the Flint Energies Foundation, which supports worthy causes in the 16 counties it serves. Operation Roundup® is a way for members to add voluntarily to those funds in their own unique way. Participating members allow Flint Energies to round-up their bill to the nearest dol lar. For example, if a bill is $92.71, a member will pay $93, with all 29 cents going directly to the Flint Energies Foundation. On average, a member will contribute $6 a year, but w /" '&//■ ■ * Jl: \ \ f ■ • .. i 'i [ fiz -y j ■ s*’ * ' <4 ’ •' 1 STOCKER ence to even be in the crowd and a daunting responsibil ity to be the president.” Stocker earned her M. Ed in Secondary Education from Georgia College and also has gifted certification. She received her BA in our students with disabili ties and low socioeconomic students. “We strive daily for every child to experience success! I am ecstatic that this award recognizes the hard work, long hours and dedication of our faculty and students.” Reaves won the leader ship award. for District H, which consists of 15 mid dle Georgia school systems. Nominees had to demon strate how their schools: - promote the middle school philosophy in the school and community; - promote par ent involvement; - offer professional development activities; - reduce inappro priate student behavior and discipline referrals through programs/activities; and - implement other pro grams to address students’ intellectual, physical, social, and/or emotional needs. “It was a wonderful sur never more than $ll.BB. If a member decides not to par ticipate or chooses to discon tinue contributions at any time, they may simply con tact Flint Energies. Nearly 80 percent of Flint s members have chosen to participate. Donations to Operation Round Up® are tax deductible and members receive a summary of con tributions in future January and February bills. The Flint Energies Foundation Board of Directors disburses all con tributions to approved, wor thy projects. Member contributions are not used for administration Secondary Education Mathematics from Edinboro University of Pennsylvania. She began her service with the Houston County Schools in 1982. Before serving as the math coordinator, Stocker taught at Warner Robins High School for 24 years, serving as the mathematics depart ment chair for 10 of those years. She also taught in Pennsylvania and Florida before moving to Georgia. She and her husband James, pastor of Berean Assembly of God Church of Centerville, reside in Warner Robins. They have two children, Angela and Adam, and Char-Broiled Sizzling Steaks t-mxwnf trr-mn 37805 LOCAi prise and enormous honor to be selected for the Mike Gampbell Exemplary Leadership Award,” com mented Reaves. “In Houston County, I have the opportunity to work with and learn from the best educational leaders the state has to offer. “After five years as prin cipal, I still feel that I am a novice constantly striving to acquire new understanding and learn from their vast experience. I eiyoy coming to work everyday and inter acting with the students, families and faculty; it is an amazing gift to be honored for doing the work I love to do!” Feagin Mill is located at 1200 Feagin Mill Road in Warner Robins. Reaves may be contacted either by e mail at preaves@hcbe.net or by telephone at (478) 953- 0430. costs. The Foundation is a state-chartered, non profit, 501(c) foundation. Foundation Board members include Chairman Carol Glasgow, Warner Robins; Vice Chairman Fred Jarrell, Reynolds; Secretary Joanne Hamlin, Lizella; Treasurer Jane Hobbs, Oglethorpe; Mike Huckabee, Fort Valley; Charmaine Palmer, Kathleen; Dozier Blackstock, Henderson; Connie McCutcheon, Midland; Pat Bartness, Warner Robins; George West, Kathleen; and Ronnie Morgan, Buena Vista. became grandparents Aug. 1. Subscribe today Call 987-1823 • PUBLIC NOTICE Pursuant to 21-2-379.6(c) Notice is hereby given that on the 14th day of September, 2006 Logic and Accuracy Testing of the Direct Recording Electronic (DRE) Units, Encoders and Express Polls will begin at 10:00 a.m. at the Houston Board of Elections Office located in the Houston County Government Building, 801 Main street, Perry and continue from 8:30 a.m.-5:00 p.m. weekdays until complete. Following completion of testing on DRE Units, Encoders and Express Polls, Logic and Accuracy testing of the the Accu Vote OS Units will begin and continue until complete. This equipment will be used for absentee, in person absentee/advance voting and the tabulation of votes for the November 7. 2006 General Election. This testing is open to the public. Community Events ■ REPUBLICAN BREAKFAST - The Republican Breakfast meeting will be held at 8:30 a.m. Saturday at Sonny’s BBQ in Warner Robins. Guest speakers will be Congressman Mac Collins and State Representative Larry O’Neal. Continental breakfast ia available for $3.25. ■ WORK SESSION - The Houston County Board of Education will hold its work session Mon day at 6:30 p.m. at Bonaire Elementary School. ■ TOBACCO CESSATION - A free four-session course to help you quit smoking and/or using tobacco will be held Monday from 4:30 - 6:30 p.m. at the Houston Health Pavilion EduCare Center. Call 923-9771 to register. ■ MEETING - The Houston County Board of Education will hold its monthly meeting Tuesday at 1 p.m. at the board’s central office building in Perry. ■ SCHOOL MEETING - Huntington Middle School will hold a school council meeting on Tuesday. ■ RETIRED EDUCATORS - The Houston County Retired Educators will meet at Creekside Restaurant at 12840 Highway 96 Fort Valley on Wednesday at 11:30 p.m. for lunch, program and fellowship. The group meets every second Wednesday from September through May. For more Information, call Hulda Cook 953-2992. ■ WORK SESSION - The Warner Robins City Council work session is scheduled Sept. 14 at 4 p.m. in the upstairs conference room, Warner Robins City Hall, 800 Watson Blvd. ■ CANCER LUNCHEON - The annu al prostate cancer lun cheon will be held Sept, 14 , from 11:30 a.m. - 1 p.m. at the Houston Health Pavilion EduCare Center. Lee Brown, RNC, FNP will discuss the prevention and early detection of prostate/ testicular cancer, the most How to Submit ■ To submit your event for the Community Calendar, fax the details to (478) 988-1181, e-mail to cperkins@evansnewspapers.com or mail to Houston Daily Journal, PO. Box 1910, Perry, GA 31069 50 YEARS AGO... ■ August, 1956 - Perry, Warner Robins students start school year in new buildings High school students at Perry started the new school year in a new school building in the Smoak Annex near the football field. Junior high and some of the lower grades were BENSON PROMOTIONS GOSPEL SING SATURDAY • SEPTEMBER 9, 2006 • 7:00 P.M. Gold City The Perry’s The Dixie Echoes jjL iff WARNER ROBINS CIVIC CENTER *7OO Watson Blvd. • Warner Robins, GA GENERAL ADMISSION ® DOORS OPEN AT 6:00 P.M. Advance tickets $14.00 * At the door $17.00 Children 11 & under "FREE” with an adult purchase Advance tickets avatebie in WARNER ROBINS * Christian Book Store - 237 N. Davis Dr., (478) 923-22491 CENTERVILLE - The Lamb's Wen. 115 Margie Dr.. (478) 971 -2677 CORDELE - The Lamb's Wei. 502 F 16th Aienue E, (229) 271-5300 EAST MAN • Chnslian Accents. 1414 Morgan Creek Dr. (478) 374-5902 DUBLIN - The Otrve Branch. 2036 Veterans Blvd. (478). 272- 3203. MILLEDGEVILLE - The Savior's Touch. 2600 N. Coturrtxa SI, (478) 452-3015. GRIFFIN - Heaven2Earlh. 1587 N. Expressway. (770) 2298617 STQCKBRIPCE - Better Way Christian Book Store, 4340 Henry Blvd., (770) 3891357. MACON - Macon Christian Book Store, 2075 Bethlea Ave., (478) 7490500: EZE France. 442 Seoond a, (478) 7497071 and Crest France, 448 Second St.. (478) 745-9265. To order advance tickets by mail, send check or money order payable to: BENSON PROMOTIONS. 448 SECOND STREET. MACON. GA 31201 For more information call: (478) 745-9265 or 1-800-786-0329 (M-F 9 00A.M - 6:00P M ) Call (478) 992-9318 anytime • visit our website @ www bensonpromotions.com HOUSTON COUNTY BOARD OF ELECTIONS HOUSTON DAILY JOURNAL common form of cancer found in men. Pre-registra tion is required. Lunch will be served from 11:30 a.m. until noon. Guest speaker will follow at noon. For more information, call 923- 9771 to pre-register ■ MEETING - The Warner Robins City Council will meet Sept. 18 at 6:30 p.m. in the council chamber, Warner Robins City Hall, 800 Watson Blvd. A preliminary meet ing is scheduled for 5 p.m. in the upstairs conference room. ■ TOBACCO CESSATION -A free four-session course to help you quit smoking and/or using tobacco will be held Sept. 18 from 4:30 - 6:30 p.m. at the Houston Health Pavilion EduCare Center. Call 923-9771 to register. ■ SCHOOL MEETING - Quail Run Elementary School will hold a school council meeting on Sept. 19. ■ TOBACCO CESSATION -A free four-session course to help you quit smoking and/or using tobacco will be held Sept. 25 from 4:30 - 6:30 p.m. at the Houston Health Pavilion EduCare Center. Call 923-9771 to register. ■ BLOOD DRIVE - The Houston-Middle Georgia Chapter of the American Red Cross will hold a blood drive Sept -21 from 1-6 p.m. at Lowe’s on 2704 Watson Blvd. In Warner Robins. ■ BLOOD DRIVE- The Houston-Middle Georgia Chapter of the American Red Cross will hold a blood drive Sept. 25 from 2-7 p.m. at Crossroads United Methodist Church on 1600 Main St. In Perry and First United Methodist Church on 101 Wilson Dr. in Centerville. ■ MEETING - The Warner Robins City Council will meet Oct. 2 at 6:30 p.m/ in the council chamber, Warner Robins City Hall, 800 Watson Blvd. A preliminary meet ing is scheduled for 5 p.m. in the upstairs conference room. housed in the old high school. Warner Robins students also used new buildings for the first time. Prime Rib Seasoned to Perfection 1-75 Exit 136 « 987-8877 37608 I'O6Z.fOQO| CZ.6LCOOO