High-Profile Speakers Coming to Denair Schools

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The start of a new school year always is an exciting time for students and staff. In Denair, there will be an additional boost of energy and inspiration next week thanks to appearances by two popular motivational speakers.

On Monday, all employees from the Denair Unified School District’s six campuses are invited to be enlightened and entertained by Harvey Alston, a former teacher and coach whose message of individual responsibility has resonated with teens and adults across the country.

When classes begin on Tuesday, many students will be treated to Pat Hurley, a three-time Emmy winner and one of the nation’s leading comedians for teens.

The idea to bring in the two men originated with Superintendent Aaron Rosander, who said they come highly recommended from education leaders he has talked to. He hasn’t seen them in person, but was impressed with video clips he watched online.

“Speakers are brought in to set the stage for a highly positive and successful school year,” Rosander said. “The respective messages on the power of education, commitment to excellence and hope for the future will be sure to inspire all who attend.”

Alston is based in Ohio and has spoken to students and staff at more than 6,000 U.S. campuses in addition to businesses and other organizations. He’s taught English, sociology, biology, math, health and life sciences, coached high school football and worked at a university. Continue reading “High-Profile Speakers Coming to Denair Schools” »

Denair FFA has Impressive Showing at Fair

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FairLed by Denair FFA advisors Mr. Bill Douglas and Mrs. Summer Tannehill, over thirty Denair High School FFA members showed animals at the Stanislaus County Fair, July 7-20, 2014, and collected numerous awards. Of the many impressive wins, were Caleb Johnson, who won Reserve Supreme Champion Hog, as well as first place overall in Advanced Swine Showmanship. Holley McDiffett won Champion Yorkshire Hog, Nadia Johnson won Champion All Other Breeds Hog and Eli Johnson won Reserve Champion Crossbred Hog. In Overall Advanced Swine Showmanship, Eli Johnson took fourth place, Nadia Johnson took fifth, and Tristan Haile took eighth. Denair FFA placed first in Chapter Group Swine. Twenty-two students showed swine this year.

FFA Advisor, Mrs. Tannehill said, “It was amazing to see Denair on the FFA Jackets of so many students in the advanced rounds. To have four out of eight exhibitors in the advanced showmanship drive is an amazing feat, as well as having three out of five of the breed champions. All of the exhibitors put countless hours into their projects, and it was great to see everyone helping one another and cheering for each other.”

Denair FFA’s goat exhibitors also did very well. Heidi Johnson won the FFA Junior Champion as well as Reserve Grand Champion Grade Dairy Goat. Janet Garcia placed first for True Novice Meat Goat Showmanship, and Garcia and Victoria Adler won third place for Clean Barn – Meat Goats.

In Sheep, Christopher Galhano won Supreme Champion Breeding Ewe and Reserve Champion Breeding Ewe. He also took third place in Overall Advanced Sheep Showmanship. In Overall Advanced Sheep Showmanship, Caleb Johnson won fifth place and Tristan Haile won seventh. Continue reading “Denair FFA has Impressive Showing at Fair” »

5th Annual Farm & Family Festival Scheduled

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The 5th Annual Denair Farm & Family Festival is scheduled for Saturday, September 13, 2014, from 9:00 am to 4:00 pm. This year’s festival should be bigger and better than ever! There will be over a hundred vendors for crafts, services and food, a huge kids play area with bounce houses, rides and more. Additionally, there will be an antique and classic car show, as well as entertainment, all day long on 2 stages. The day of fun kicks off with a 5K fun run to help stamp out childhood diabetes. For more information and to register for the run, visit the Denair Farm & Family Festival web site.

International Students Seeking Host Families

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World Heritage 2014World Heritage High School Student Exchange Program is one of the most respected international organizations dedicated to education through student exchange. Hosting a World Heritage foreign exchange student allows families like your own to experience the fun of getting to know another culture without ever having to leave your backyard! As a World Heritage host family, you will gain not only priceless memories with your new “son” or “daughter”, but also friendships that will last a lifetime. As your World Heritage student becomes a part of your life, he or she will also gain a deeper appreciation for both your culture as well as his or her own culture.

You can host an exchange student for the 2014-2015 school year with World Heritage and make a difference in the life a 15-18 year old student from many countries in Europe and Asia. Hosting an exchange student will enrich the lives of your family and allow you to teach a foreign student about American values and culture. You can choose a student based on your interests and activities.

World Heritage is looking for host families for this 2014-2015 academic year. The requirements are simple: provide a bedroom (with a bed, dresser, and a desk), have access to a bathroom, provide basic meals, and have English as the primary language spoken in the home. Students come with their own money and insurance.

The time to act is now! If you would like more information on hosting an international student, please contact  krista@world-heritage.org, call 1-800-888-9040 or go to the World Heritage web site and apply today!