Catoosa County Public Schools inducts five REACH scholars
Superintendent Denia Reese said, “I am thrilled that Catoosa County Public Schools is participating in the REACH Scholarship Program!”
REACH is a state initiative to provide Georgia’s academically promising eighth-grade students with the academic, social, and financial support needed to graduate from high school and college prepared for work. To be eligible for the REACH scholarship, the student must qualify for free and reduced lunch, and preference must be given to students
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REACH Scholars sign a contract agreeing to maintain good grades, uphold good behavior and attendance, meet with their assigned mentor at least twice a month, their academic coach once a month, and attend REACH activities throughout each school year until their completion of high school. Their parents or guardians also sign a contract to support their Scholar’s educational pursuits. REACH Scholars who complete program
Keith Baptist Church
invites you to join them on the of each month at 9 a.m. for a
first Saturday
free breakfast, fellowship and Bible study.
The church is located at 1573 Keith Road in Ringgold. For more information, please call Emily Salter at 423.315.0606.
CHURCH ·
Lyerly United Methodist third cookbook, “Feeding the Flock”.
has
This new for 2017 cookbook can be purchased from church members, at Pine Ridge Outdoor Supply or Gilliland’s Island, in Lyerly, or by sending $10 (plus $3 shipping and handling) to Lyerly UMC, P. O. Box 152, Lyerly, GA 30730.
SCHOOLS ·
Foundations at First Preschool,
LaFayette First Methodist Church,
located
still has openings for preschool and PreK classes. We are a parttime, Christian school. For more info call 706 638 2057 or email pdo@lafayettefumc. org Scholarships are available. COMMUNITY ·
A Suicide Survivors support group
meets the first Thursday of every month from 7-8:30 p.m. at Memorial Hospital in Chattanooga in the main dining room. For more information, call Hilda at 697-9432. This group is for surviving family members and friends of those who have died by suicide. COMMUNITY ·
, a non-profit children’s ministry, meets Thursdays from 6-7:30 p.m. at 108 Wither Street, in LaFayette. Activities include a free hot meal, Bible study, activities and games. Six bus routes run within the city limits. For more information call 706-639-3234 or 423602-1046.
CLUB · Guests are welcome when the
4 Christ Kids Ringgold Kiwanis Club
every Tuesday morning,
meets
from 7-8 a.m. for breakfast and fellowship at the First Baptist Church of Ringgold, located at 7611 Nashville St. Call Wayne Pennington, requirements receive up to a $10,000 scholarship.
The REACH Scholarship may be used at a University System of Georgia, Technical College System of Georgia, or eligible private postsecondary institution. Over 60 colleges are matching or double matching the scholarships, increasing the $10,000 award to a $20,000 or $30,000 scholarship.
The Partnership 2000 Steering Committee will oversee this program, provide mentors, and help us raise the $3,500 matching 423-838-3535, for more information.
COMMUNITY · The
LaFayette-Walker County Library,
305 Duke Street, in LaFayette, offers
in the Morrison Study Room every Monday from 5-6 p.m. Coloring sheets and supplies will be provided. Ages 16+. COMMUNITY ·
would like to remind families that the use of addicting drugs is on the rise. If you know anyone who is struggling with drug addiction, Narconon is available to help. Call for a
adult coloring” Narconon
free brochure on the signs of addiction for all drugs.
Narconon also offers free screenings and referrals. Call 800-431-1754 or visit DrugAbuseSolution. com.
COMMUNITY · The
LaFayette-Walker County Library,
305 Duke Street, in LaFayette, offers
in the Morrison Study Room every Monday from 5-6 p.m. Coloring sheets and supplies will be
adult coloring”
Saturday
funds for each scholarship. The signing ceremonies were held for Landon Faulk and Trula Robinette on October 2 at Lakeview Middle School; Christian Nichols signed his REACH Scholarship on October 4 at Heritage Middle School; and Victoria Corbishley and Trinity Street signed on October 4 at Ringgold Middle School.
Superintendent Reese said, “I really appreciate that Partnership 2000 is supporting this program. I think this scholarship will be life changing for these young people.” provided. Ages 16+. CHURCH ·The
Men’s Ministry of Keith Baptist Church
invites you to join them on the
of each month at 9 a.m. for a free breakfast, fellowship and Bible study. The church is located at 1573 Keith Road in Ringgold. For more information, please call Dustin Salter at 423-827-2930.
MEETING · The
second Catoosa County Historical Society meets
every second Monday of the month at 7 p.m. at the Old Stone Church, Highway 41, in Ringgold. The Old Stone Church is also open for tours Friday-Sunday, from 1-5 p.m. For more information, call 706935-5232.
COMMUNITY ·
The Family Crisis Center is seeking volunteers to play with children one night a week.
You must be 18 years old and undergo a background check. This is a great opportunity to make a positive impact on these children and provide some much needed help and support to the family members caring for these kids. The Family Crisis Center of Walker, Dade, Catoosa, and Chattooga Counties helps families live abuse free and is supported in part through donations to the shelter and the thrift stores. If you are interested in becoming a volunteer of if you need more information about the Family Crisis Center contact Kristy Lawson at klawsonatfccwdcc.org or call 706-375-7180. CLASSES · A
is offered on Thursdays from 6-8 p.m., at Elizabeth Lee UMC Life Center (gym), 505 Thomas Avenue, in Chickamauga. Starts with beginner and progresses to easy intermediate. Contact Elizabeth with any questions: 423-9912919. Please wear comfortable shoes adequate for the gym floor.
line dance class free