Students Shine at State and National Competitions

During a recent school board meeting, students from various schools were recognized for their outstanding achievements in state and national competitions. The robotics team from Hampton secured second place in the state, with members Levi Montgomery, Ava Rigney, Braden Connor, and Reagan Underwood receiving accolades for their hard work.

Cheyenne Townsend was highlighted for her exceptional performance, placing first in both Quilling and Social Studies at the state level. Additionally, Reagan Underwood earned second place in the state and sixth at the national level for her apparel design project. Other notable mentions included Macy Whitlock and Evelyn Hayes, who placed second in the state for their scrapbook category, and Whitlock again for her second-place finish in drawing.

The meeting also celebrated the achievements of students in various categories, including language arts and engineering. Zena Wilcox and Lacey Sutphen were recognized for their respective second and first place finishes in language arts, while an engineering team comprising Jonathan Harbour and Dt. Tannum placed third at the state competition.

The board acknowledged the contributions of Jonathan Turchik, the lead sponsor of the Beta Club, who was instrumental in achieving district distinction. The meeting concluded with a commendation for Pastor County Public Schools, recognized as a star district winner for its commitment to the science of reading and effective literacy practices.

The atmosphere was filled with pride as students, teachers, and board members celebrated these accomplishments, reflecting the dedication and talent present within the district. The meeting transitioned to public comments, but no attendees wished to speak, leading to the next agenda item.