Roanoke Times
Copyright (c) 1995, Landmark Communications, Inc.
DATE: TUESDAY, June 28, 1994 TAG: 9406300016
SECTION: CURRENT PAGE: NRV-2 EDITION: NEW RIVER VALLEY
SOURCE: Laura Zivkovich
DATELINE: LENGTH: Long
Radcliffe has been a special education teacher and coordinator in the county for the past three years. Before coming to the area, she taught in Campbell County and Williamsburg-James City County. In a statement released by Montgomery County Public Schools, Radcliffe said,
"I originally sought employment with Montgomery County Schools because the system had rejected a segregated program for educating children with disabilities. Instead, the system had created an educational environment that promoted equal value, equal worth, and equal rights for all students within an integrated setting. With the support and effort of all who are charged with educating students in Montgomery County, I am confident that the educational programs will continue to experience success."
\ BECKY RANKIN, a fourth-grader, won the grand prize in Christiansburg Primary School's photography contest sponsored by K mart and Kodak. Students in the school's four fourth-grade classes took pictures of things that are beautiful and things that need improving. Each student chose a favorite picture for the contest. Becky, along with first-prize winner Amy Quesinberry and second-prize winner J. W. Beamer, will participate in a national contest.
\ Students and staff at HARDING AVENUE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL recently celebrated the school's 20th anniversary. The festivities included a student variety show, a huge birthday cake and special recognition to Blacksburg Middle School Principal Gary McCoy, who served as principal of the school for 18 years.
Montgomery County School Nutrition Programs is looking for community input to plan the school menus for the coming school year. At We Serve Smiles, a FOOD SHOW on July 13 at Christiansburg High School, parents, students and employees will have a chance to taste and evaluate cafeteria food. Reservations must be made in advance. To make a reservation or find out more about the show, call Michael Marcenelle at 381-6169.
The Montgomery County high schools have announced their SENIOR OF THE MONTH winners for June.
Kimberly Brunner of Auburn High School is a member of Future Business Leaders of America and the 4-H club. She is in the all-county choir, the all-regional choir and the swing choir. Kimberly is the daughter of Sandy Brunner and the late Gary Brunner of Dublin.
Michael Dowdy of Blacksburg High School is a member of the National Honor Society and Students Against Drunk Driving. He is on the varsity soccer and basketball teams. Michael is the son of Dennis and Janie Dowdy of Blacksburg.
Charles Kreye of Christiansburg High School is a member of the Beta Club, the Youth and Government Club, and the Art Guild. He is captain of the varsity soccer team. William is the son of Betti Kreye of Christiansburg.
Amy Roberts of Shawsville High School is a member of Students Against Drunk Driving, the French Club and the Monogram Club. She is on the volleyball and basketball teams. Amy is the daughter of Bennie and Mona Roberts of Shawsville.
Prices Fork Elementary School's DAISY TROOP 1024 successfully completed its first year and will bridge to Brownies in the fall. The troop members are Heather Allbee, Jada Brown, Tiffany Graham, Monica Hollinsworth, Becky Neff, Tokesha Paige, Hope Saville, Christy Sheppard and Jennifer Webb.
Harrison Grubbs graduated from Woodberry Forest School on June 4. Harrison was managing editor of the yearbook and played varsity tennis and squash. He will attend the University of the South in the fall. Harrison is the son of the Honorable and Mrs. Ray Grubbs of Christiansburg.
Here's the latest at CHRISTIANSBURG HIGH SCHOOL:
The Parent Teacher Association has named REGINIA MEREDITH the recipient of this year's Parent Teacher Student Association Outstanding Distinguished Service award. Meredith, an English teacher, is known for her volunteer work and her leadership of the Teens Need Teens Pure Energy group.
The marketing students honored their employers at the annual Employer Appreciation Banquet. HILLS and LERNER shared the honor of being named employer of the year.
Twenty-three students attended the State Vocational Industrial Clubs of America Skill and Leadership Olympics. STATE CHAMPIONS included Jessica Ratliff, Carrie Miller, Karen Cox, Sabrina Harmon, Mandee Calloway, Shana Huff, Cherron Law, and Sandra Hinkley. The chapter's display constructed by 20 club members and represented by Tony Pittman also won first place.
The Governor's Schools for the Humanities and the Visual and Performing Arts has recognized chemistry teacher,KURT GROSSHANS as a governor's school outstanding educator. The award expresses the appreciation of students to teachers who have influenced their intellectual, artistic and personal growth.
The THESPIAN TROUPE inducted new members and elected new officers for the coming year. The new officers are Matt Gardner, president; Megan Simmons, vice-president; Angela Mills, secretary; Maegan Simpson, treasurer, and Alison Flora, clerk. The troupe also named Deanna duPlessis honor thespian and Dan Gardner double honor thespian.
The band recognized its graduating seniors for their achievements during the past four years at the annual banquet. AARON HUDSON was the recipient of the John Philip Sousa award. DAN GARDNER won the U.S. Marine Semper Fi award. NICK REED was honored with the Louis Armstrong jazz award.
If you have an interesting school-related item for the paper, send it to Laura Zivkovich at the Roanoke Times & World News, P.O. Box 540, Christiansburg, Va. 24073.
by CNB