Helping the Pheasants Survive the Cold

Ray Nichols (driving) and Gilly Gilhouse scatter some corn every other day hoping to help the pheasants on their property survive the extreme cold. Along with a few pheasants they have seen some rabbits, wild turkeys, mourning doves and cardinals enjoying the handout through the binoculars.  "It's  important to me to have people thinking about wildlife in this cold weather," says Lenawee Extension Groundwater Agent Amy Gilhouse, who took this photo.

Dissecting Little Pigs

The 5th and 6th graders at Sacred Heart School had a lesson in biology by dissecting little pigs.  Dr. Taylor helped the students identify all the body parts of a pig.   
                  Photo by Martin Korth

Caring for Baby Chicks

The baby chicks arrived on Monday the 5th, when the school was canceled because of the weather.  The students at Sacred Heart  had fun watching and taking care of the babies while they were in their care.   The babies will be returning to Dr. Taylor's farm this week.  Thank you Dr. and Mrs. Taylor for letting our students share in the wonderful experience of life! 
                                    photo by Jeaniene McClellan

Peer Mediation a Success at Lincoln Elementary

   There are enough Peer Mediators at Lincoln Elementary
          School that it takes two photos to get them all.

Last spring, third, fourth and fifth grade students at Lincoln Elementary School decided that they could solve their own conflicts without adult intervention. Students voted for peer mediators, responsible, trusted kids their own age who help classmates talk through a disagreement in order to reach a solution. The goal of the program was to help build positive relationships, increase a sense of responsibility, help students learn and practice effective, caring communication and behavior. Staff and student surveys supported the need for the program. Peer mediators are trained to be active listeners, to use empathy, to encourage students to express their needs and wants in an assertive, non-threatening manner, and to help disputants reach a good resolution. They report for duty during lunch and recess times, and can be requested to mediate a conflict at other times of the day.

Staff and students report the following benefits: students look at problems differently, they have improved conflict resolution, communication and social skills, and are proud of solving their own problems. Teachers also report fewer classroom disturbances, more time for learning and a break from tattling.

Knights of Columbus Boys

KNIGHTS OF COLUMBUS boys free throw champions heading on to districts: left to right, Dillon Cooper, Max Gautz, Luke Gerig, Daniel Romanowski, Levi Long

Knights of Columbus Girls

KNIGHTS OF COLUMBUS girls free throw champions heading on to districts: left to right, Erin Wonders, Ali Anderson, Sarah Luma, Ashley Monahan, Katherine Sharp.

Hudson wrestlers place at state meet

Hudson Wrestling Club at the state folk-style championships.

Hudson junior  wrestlers traveled to the University of Michigan for the folk-style State Wrestling meet. Hudson had three state champions: Jordan Hamdan in 6 and under, Dakota Kelly in 13-14 year olds, and Devan Marry repeating from a year ago. Hunter Blaker placed second in the 7-8 division, Roddy Hamdan third in 9-10 year olds. Cole Weaver was second in the 11-12 year olds, Brian Parkhurs third and Tyler Mattison fourth in the 13-14 year olds. Joel Varney took second place, James Herron second place, James Williams third and Cody Cleveland third in the 13-14 year olds as well.

Hudson Cheerleaders a Perfect 9-0 

The Hudson Cheerleaders are now a perfect 9-0 on the year and is still ranked #1 in the state in class C-D. Hudson will get tested this Saturday at Chesaning. On hand will be #2 ranked Breckenridge, which is the defending state C-D champion. 
               Photo courtesy Jeffrey Steers