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Wed., Dec. 22, 1999, Houston Home Journal Page 2A Kk. Mf! r RKi // j w //AV#/ ■ l\ ■/I j I f[ ,» l Ha* |: ; 'flß <. ~. D.A.R.E. students share experiences in graduation essays By Torey Jolley Home Jourmal Staff "Drug use will leave you down and out with no place to go,” said one D.A.R.E. essay writer, Danielle Nelson. The Ferry D.A.R.E. program held its annual essay finalists readings Dec. 10 at the Public Safety Building. Finalists from Perry Elementary and Morning side Elementary competed for top hon ors. Kendall said Westfield School was scheduled to attend the event as well, but a conflict occurred and Westfield Schools had to cancel. D.A.R.E. Officer Keith Kendall said. “We had such fine essays this year, it was nearly impossible to narrow down Hathcock leaves D.A.R.E. program By Torey Jolley Home Journal Staff All good things must come to an end and for D.A.R.E. officer Bill Hath cock the end of his tenure as Perry's main D.A.R.E. officer has come to an end. “I'm going to miss the kids, the teachers, and the program,” said Hathcock. According to Perry Police Chief George Potter, “We really appreciate his effort to make the D.A.R.E. program work. He put a lot of himself into teaching the youngsters about the dangers of drugs." Hathcock has been reas signed to patrol duty. Brian Childress, director of community affairs for the police force, said, “I hate to K ’ jm ■ SPECIAL VISITOR Discussing the dan gers of strangers, guns, and drugs with youngsters can never be started early enough. Perry Police Officer Chris Sutcliff HOME LOANS -UiK‘s /WtiiLil>lt' PURCHASE OR REFINANCE VA, FHA, Conventional First Time Buyer CONSTRUCTION LOANS CONSOLIDATE BILLS 125% HOME EQUITY LOANS SPECIAL PROGRAMS FOR CREDIT PROBLEMS Fairfield Financial Call Larry Simpson fife- 088-1014 (U Licensee the list to the finalists. Everyone should realize they are all winners." The finalists from Perry Elementary and Morningside Elementary - Bridget Rawls. Kurt Wagner, Princeton Dean, Nikki Thompson, Adam Yasin, Chris ten Whitehead, Benjamin Collins, Megan Holloway, Danielle Nelson, and Brad Oliver, read their essays to those attending the event. Westfield students Ellie Dannenber, John Blount, Trish Davis, and David Garrett read their essays at graduation. Three judges - Lt. Heath Dykes. Cap tain William Phelps, and Sgt. Brian Childress, had the ultimate task of picking a winner from each of the two schools. loose Bill. But he's been around the block a long time and we have too many young officers on the road. His veteran experience will benefit Perry the most on patrol." “I want people to know this program really works. Nothing else will stop the use of drugs and alcohol other than teaching our young the dangers," said Hathcock. During Hathcock's tenure as D.A.R.E. officer, he graduated 5,000 from the program since the program’s 1989 induction in Perry. Hathcock is currently the State President for the D.A.R.E. Association. and McGruff The Crime Dog, AKA Sgt. Brian Childress, visited Meadowdale Learning Center December 14 to teach the Pre-K students the way to stay safe. ■ ■ n n fSSHfe mt m ■ . JBmhl 1 j I t 1 ■ I' HI MiH HK. ... Perry Police Chief George D.A.R.E. officer Bill Hathcock year service to the program. PERRY HEALTH B / 'Wz \ j ] Opening in T J February F| mm/ We have Something for Everyone! 1 \ Free Personal Training 'Aerobic Classes • Resistance Equipment • Stair Climber • Tanning Bed * Sauna * Steamroom ’ ■ Shower/Locker Rooms * Free Weights w At Eastgate Shopping Center Ju * across from Harvey’s ■ * AMONG THE BEST D.A.R.E. essay finalists Jor 1999 were (back row, left to right) Bridget Rawls, Princeton Dean, Christen Whitehead, Benjamin Collins, Bridgett Nelson, (front row, left to right) Kurt Wagner, Nikki Thomp son, Adam Yasin, Megan Holloway, and Brad Oliver. Not pictured were West field students Ellie Dan nenber, John Blount, Trish Davis, and David Garrett. (Home Journal Photos by Torey Jolley) Rawls’ essay stated, “D.A.R.E. means to me that drugs are really evil.” Thompson wrote, “Thanks to D.A.R.E. I know I am cool without using drugs or alcohol.” Phelps said, “Evciyone did an out standing job. It isn’t easy being a judge.” He announced the winners- Danielle Nelson and Adam Yasin, and presented them with a medal for their efforts. Phelps also presented the other finalists with medals. Westfield Schools graduation was Dec, 14.. The other schools’ D.A.R.E. graduations were Dec. 13, for Morning side Elementary and Dec. 16 for Perry Elementary. Potter presented retiring with a plaque for his 10- USDA sets ’99 peanut assistance figures Agriculture Secretary Dan Glickman has said peanut farmers will receive about $49 million to com {>ensate them partially for ow prices ana increased production costs for the 1999-crop year. The rate for calculating payments is 5 percent of the respective per-ton support rates for “quota" and “addi tional" peanuts or $30.50 per ton of quota peanuts and $8.75, per ton for addi tional peanuts. Buchanan Continued from page 4A is He who is the Light of the World and that fact is behind all the lights. So I say, let us rejoice and be glad in it and feast, enjoy and have a wonderful time knowing that our Heavenly Father so loved us He became flesh and came among us as the Babe of Bethlehem to reconcile us to Himself. Hapyp Brithday to you, Hpapy Birtdyay, to oyu, Hpapy Dirhtday, JOan Dordett Happy, Bittirday to yuo! jgoi»i a'mmh B vm A Note of Appreciation The family of Sadie Byrd wishes to express their appre ciation for all the acts of kindness shown during our time of bereavement, the cards, phone calls, visits, food, flowers and especially the prayers meant so much dur ing this time. May God bestow His richest blessings upon each of you. Gail Baase Sandra Johnson y ; Good food, good prices, good fun! oreenderiffl Open nightly • 5 p.m. • 10 p.m. J^Jj Perry, GA • Beside the Holiday Inn B (some ff(o/?te ! We invite you to come and be a part of our family. Loving and Caring in Jesus' Name. 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