DOCSLIB.ORG

Lake Oconee Academy School Profile 2019-2020

Total Page：16

File Type：pdf, Size：1020Kb

Download full-text PDF Read full-text
Lake Oconee Academy School Profile 2019-2020 Lake Oconee Academy School Profile 2019-2020 ADMINISTRATION Georgia Public Charter School 2014 National Blue Ribbon School Otho Tucker, PhD Member of the College Board CEO Accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools International Spanish Academy Jody Worth, EdD Upper School Director WE Service The mission of LOA is to increase student achievement by building a culture of high Chris Ingle expectations for all students. The Academy incorporates commonsense, proven Athletic Director/ Dean of Students principles, such as research-based curriculum; high academic and behavioral expectations for all students; an emphasis on outstanding faculty; experienced school leadership; and extensive parental involvement. SUPPORT STAFF th Lake Oconee Academy (LOA) has many reasons to celebrate its 13 year of operation. From its first year with 11 kindergarten students in Lakeside Church to its recognition as a 2014 National Amanda Etheridge Blue Ribbon School, LOA has continued its commitment to excellence in education for Greene Academic Counselor County students. LOA offers a wide variety of programs, courses, and experiences that address the academic, Cheryl Lenenski interpersonal, physical, and social needs of students. Included offerings are Advanced Placement College & Career Counselor (AP®) and accelerated courses, dual enrollment opportunities with local universities; and an International Spanish Academy (ISA). ISA incorporates Spanish language immersion in grades K-12, and qualified students earn a diploma from the Ministry of Education of Spain. All students at LOA can qualify for the Georgia Superintendent’s International Skills Diploma Seal and/or the Bi-literacy Seal. In the 2019-2020 school year, LOA is the educational home of approximately 1140 students in grades Pre-K4 through 12. The Class of 2018 marked LOA’s first graduating class. Class of 2019 Profile LOA Graduates have been Admitted to… 46 Graduates ABAC Mercer University Four Year Colleges – 90% Anderson University Middle GA State Univ. Two Year Colleges – 8% Auburn University Samford University Military – 2% Augusta University SCAD Berry College The Citadel HOPE Scholarship Truett McConnell Univ. The HOPE (Helping Brewton Parker College Outstanding Pupils Clemson University US Naval Academy Educationally) gives financial College of Coastal Georgia Univ. of Alabama 1021 Titan Circle assistance to students that Florida State Univ. Univ. of Georgia Greensboro, Georgia 30642 attend any eligible Georgia Univ. of South Carolina www.lakeoconeeacademy.org public or private college, George Washington Univ. Univ. of Tennessee 706-454-1562 university, or technical school. Georgia College & State Univ. Univ. of West Georgia The Class of 2018 had Georgia Military College Univ. Of Mississippi 31 students qualify for the Georgia Southern HOPE Scholarship. Univ. Of North Georgia Georgia State Univ. Wake Forest Georgia Tech Kennesaw State Univ. Young Harris College Lake Oconee Academy School Profile 2019-2020 -10th overall in Georgia according to 2015 CURRICULUM College and Career Readiness Performance CEEB: 111496 Advanced coursework in all academic areas (coded as AP COLLEGE ADMISSIONS TEST SCORES Index(CCRPI) or Honors on transcript) SAT Scores 18/19 Dual Enrollment students attend college or technical Critical Reading 585 program while in high school (receives dual credit) Math 554 SPECIAL PROGRAMS Composite 1128 International Spanish Academy - The Seal of Biliteracy is an award given by a school, district, or county office of education in recognition of students GRADUATION REQUIREMENTS who have studied and attained proficiency in two or Course Requirements: more languages by high school graduation 4 units each- English, Math, Science, Social Studies, Electives International Skills Diploma Seal -The ISDS is 3 units each- Foreign Language awarded to graduating high school students who 1/2 unit each- Health/P.E. complete an international education curriculum and Along with 70 hours of community service. engage in extracurricular activities and experiences that foster the achievement of global competencies. It TestinG Requirements: is a signal to employers and higher education End-of-Course Test(20% of overall grade) in English, institutions that a student is prepared to participate in Math, Science & Social Studies the global economy. 2019 AP TESTING RESULTS MARKING SYSTEM/GRADING Score: A=90-100 37% 194 83% B=80-89 C=70-79 Of high school Scored a 3 or Exams taken F=Below 70(no credit) students higher participated in AP courses Calendar: Alternate day block with four 90-minute classes per day. Scholar Scholar Scholar National with with Scholar GPA Computation & Rank: Honor Distinction GPA is computed on a 4.0 scale, with an additional 1.0 13 12 17 3 quality point given for AP courses. An additional 0.5 quality point is given for Honors, and Dual Enrollment AP COURSES (based on interest) courses. English Language & Composition English Literature & Composition Human Geography ATHLETICS ORGANIZATIONS Government (US) Baseball Beta Economics (Micro & Macro) Basketball FBLA United States History World History Cheer FCA Psychology Cross Country Honor Council Calculus AB Golf National Honor Society Statistics Soccer Pep & Jazz Band Biology Chemistry Softball Skills USA Physics (I & II) Tennis Student Government Physics C: Mechanics Volleyball Governor’s Honors Computer Science Principles Spanish Language & Culture Spanish Literature & Culture Art Portfolio - 2D, 3D and Drawing AP Capstone (Seminar & Research) .
Load more

Recommended publications
  • Lake Oconee Academy Is to Increase Student Achievement by Building a Culture of High Expectations for All Students
    LAKE OCONEE 1021 Titan Circle ACADEMY Greensboro, GA 30642 www.lakeoconeeacademy.org School Profile - 2020-2021 706-454-1562 The mission of Lake Oconee Academy is to increase student achievement by building a culture of high expectations for all students. Georgia Public Charter School Member of the College Board 2014 National Blue Ribbon School Accredited by AdvancED Otho Tucker, PhD Lake Oconee Academy (LOA) opened in 2007 as a locally approved public charter Chief Executive Officer school, with eleven kindergarten students. Now including grades PK 4-12 and more than eleven hundred students, with over 30% students of color and 22% on Jody Worth, EdD free/reduced lunch (which are not necessarily the same students), LOA has Chief Academic Officer graduated three classes and over 130 alumni. LOA is known for academic excellence, competitive athletics, expressive arts, and students who thrive as scholars and Chris Harth, PhD citizens and contribute positively to their communities. Chief Operating Officer LOA's 50-acre campus sits on Carey Station Road in Josh Martz rural Greensboro, Georgia, halfway between Atlanta and Augusta. Dean of Students Amanda Etheridge For the 2019-20 school year, LOA graduates were awarded more than Director of Student Support $1.2 million in financial aid, not including the Georgia HOPE and Zell Miller Scholarships. Chris Ingle Director of Athletics The LOA High School Faculty is comprised of 35 talented educators, 28 of whom hold advanced degrees, including 3 with doctorates. John Noto Director of College Counseling
    [Show full text]
  • U.S. Department of Education 2014 National Blue Ribbon Schools Program
    U.S. Department of Education 2014 National Blue Ribbon Schools Program [X] Public or [ ] Non-public For Public Schools only: (Check all that apply) [ ] Title I [X] Charter [ ] Magnet [ ] Choice Name of Principal Dr. Otho B Tucker (Specify: Ms., Miss, Mrs., Dr., Mr., etc.) (As it should appear in the official records) Official School Name Lake Oconee Academy (As it should appear in the official records) School Mailing Address 1021 Titan Circle (If address is P.O. Box, also include street address.) City Greensboro State GA Zip Code+4 (9 digits total) 30642 -6047 County Greene County State School Code Number* 109 Telephone 706 -454 -1562 Fax 706-453-1773 Web site/URL http://www.lakeoconeeacademy.or g E-mail [email protected] Facebook Page https://www.facebook.com/LakeOconeeAcadem Twitter Handle y Google+ YouTube/URL Blog Other Social Media Link I have reviewed the information in this application, including the eligibility requirements on page 2 (Part I- Eligibility Certification), and certify that it is accurate. Date____________________________ (Principal’s Signature) E-mail: Name of Superintendent*Dr. Barbara Pulliam-Davis [email protected] (Specify: Ms., Miss, Mrs., Dr., Mr., Other) District Name Greene County Tel. 706-453-7688 I have reviewed the information in this application, including the eligibility requirements on page 2 (Part I- Eligibility Certification), and certify that it is accurate. Date (Superintendent’s Signature) Name of School Board President/Chairperson Mr. Arlie Collins (Specify: Ms., Miss, Mrs., Dr., Mr., Other) I have reviewed the information in this application, including the eligibility requirements on page 2 (Part I- Eligibility Certification), and certify that it is accurate.
    [Show full text]
  • CONSTITUTION and BY-LAWS 2021-2022
    GEORGIA HIGH SCHOOL ASSOCIATION VOL. 115 NUMBER 1 CONSTITUTION and BY-LAWS 2021-2022 A Member of the National Federation of State High School Associations 151 South Bethel Street Thomaston, Georgia 30286-0004 706-647-7473 FAX 706-647-2638 www.ghsa.net GEORGIA HIGH SCHOOL ASSOCIATION Revised BEGINNING AND ENDING DATES FOR 2021-2022 6/23/21 DATE FOR FIRST FIRST MAXIMUM LAST PLAYOFF GHSA STATE PLAYOFF DATES QUALIFIERS ACTIVITY PRACTICE CONTEST GAMES/DATES PLAY DATE First Round/ Second Round Quarterfinals Semifinals Finals DETERMINED Sectionals FOOTBALL Aug. 2 Aug. 20 10 (7 JV) Nov. 6 Nov. 6 Nov. 12-13 Nov. 19-20 Nov. 26-27 Dec. 3-4 Dec. 9-11 CHEERLEADING Aug. 2 Aug. 7 6 (4 JV) Nov. 6 Nov. 13 Nov. 13 Nov. 19-20 GAME DAY Aug. 2 Nov. 6 – Feb. 19 Feb. 19 Feb. 26 SOFTBALL (FP) Aug. 2 Aug. 5 30 (21 JV) Oct. 9 Oct. 9 Oct. 12-14 Oct. 19-21 Oct. 28-29 Oct. 30 SOFTBALL (SP) Feb. 14 Feb. 18 16 April 9 April 9 April 13-14 April 20-21 VOLLEYBALL Aug. 2 Aug. 9 18 (13 JV) Dates Oct. 16 Oct. 16 Oct. 19-20 Oct. 23 Oct. 26-27 Oct. 30 Nov. 6 CROSS COUNTRY Aug. 2 Aug. 9 10 (7 JV) Dates Oct. 30 Oct. 30 Nov. 5-6 FLAG FOOTBALL Sept. 20 Oct. 7 12 (8 JV) Nov. 20 Nov. 20 Nov. 30 Nov. 30 Dec. 2 Dec. 6 Dec. 9 ONE ACT PLAYS Aug. 2 – – Oct. 30 Oct. 30 Nov. 13 & 20 LITERARY Aug.
    [Show full text]
  • CONSTITUTION and BY-LAWS 2019-2020
    GEORGIA HIGH SCHOOL ASSOCIATION VOL. 113 NUMBER 1 CONSTITUTION and BY-LAWS 2019-2020 A Member of the National Federation of State High School Associations P.O. Box 271 151 South Bethel Street Thomaston, Georgia 30286-0004 706-647-7473 FAX 706-647-2638 www.ghsa.net GEORGIA HIGH SCHOOL ASSOCIATION Revised BEGINNING AND ENDING DATES FOR 2019-2020 9/4/19 DATE FOR FIRST FIRST MAXIMUM LAST GHSA STATE PLAYOFF DATES AREA/REGION ACTIVITY PRACTICE CONTEST GAMES/DATES PLAY DATE First Round/ Second Round Quarterfinals Semifinals Finals QUALIFIERS Sectionals DETERMINED FOOTBALL July 25 (Conditioning) Feb. 1 or later (Spring) Aug. 23 10 (7 JV) Nov. 9 Nov. 9 Nov. 15-16 Nov. 22-23 Nov. 29-30 Dec. 6-7 Dec. 13-14 CHEERLEADING July 29 Aug. 10 6 (4 JV) Nov. 2 Nov. 9 Nov. 9 Nov. 15 Nov. 16 Feb. 1 or later (Spring) (Class A & Coed) (Coed & A Finals) (2A through 7A) SOFTBALL (FP) July 29 Aug. 2 26 (18 JV) Oct. 5 Oct. 5 Oct. 8-10 Oct. 15-17 Oct. 24-25 Oct. 26 SOFTBALL (SP) Feb. 17 Feb. 22 16 April 11 April 11 April 15-16 April 22-23 VOLLEYBALL July 29 Aug. 5 18 (13 JV) Dates Oct. 12 Oct. 12 Oct. 19 Oct. 22-23 Oct. 26 Oct. 29 Nov. 2 CROSS COUNTRY July 29 Aug. 5 10 (7 JV) Dates Oct. 26 Oct. 26 Nov. 1-2 ONE ACT PLAYS July 29 Aug. 2 – Oct. 26 Oct. 26 Nov. 2 & Nov. 9 LITERARY July 29 Aug. 2 – March 4 March 4 March 14 & 21 RIFLERY July 29 Oct.
    [Show full text]
  • Academic Planning Guide & Course Description Lake Oconee
    Academic Planning Guide & Course Description Lake Oconee Academy 1021 Titan Circle ⬩ Greensboro, GA 30642 706-454-1562 www.lakeoconeeacademy.org Contact information: Academic Advisement Amanda Etheridge GA Milestones Assessments Ashley Funderburke College Entrance Exams Amanda Etheridge or Cheryl Lenenski AP Exams Colleen Ham or Ashley Funderburke General Upper School (6-11th) Jody Worth College and Career Counseling Cheryl Lenenski LOA’s Philosophy At Lake Oconee Academy, our philosophy is based on the belief that every child can learn. To accomplish this, the school’s curriculum embraces specific points of distinction that include data-driven and standards-based instruction, required parental contracts outlining the roles and expectations for parents and guardians, a uniform dress code, college preparatory diplomas for all students, and real world experiences through job shadowing and internship opportunities. LOA Oconee Academy Mission The mission of Lake Oconee Academy is to increase student achievement by building a culture of high expectations for all students. The Academy will incorporate common sense and proven principles, such as a research-based curriculum, high expectations for students, both academically and behaviorally, an emphasis on outstanding school leadership and faculty, and parental involvement. The culture of the Academy is built on these fundamental principles. Additional Graduation Requirements LOA Community Service Community service is a requirement at Lake Oconee Academy. The following is a suggested time-line
    [Show full text]
  • Bulletin 02.18.2021.Pdf
    Club Meeting ZOOM ONLY ROTARY MEETINGS Greene and Putnam Counties Meetings are conducted via Zoom until further notice due to social distancing Zoom links for Thursday�s meeting. concerns related to COVID-19. Greensboro, GA 30642 Time: Thursday at 12:00 PM NOTE: Meeting will be via Zoom ONLY Club Leaders Meeting ID: 845 5185 4189 Lu Frier Byrd President Time: Feb 18, 2021 11:30 AM Eastern Time (US and Canada) Scott A. Gessay (Zoom Link): https://us02web.zoom.us/j/84551854189 President-Elect Meeting ID: 845 5185 4189 Donna R. Osborne President-Nominee Secretary (One tap mobile): +19292056099,,84551854189# US Chan Layson Past President (Dial-in): +1 929 205 6099 US Treasurer Robert Massey Past President Membership Retention Chair Students of the Month - January & February 2021 Michelle King Tanner-Baird Past President Membership Chair Laura Dent Past President Public Relations Chair Margie Eddy-Forbes Past President Family of Rotary Vicki Hall Bulletin Editor Steven A. Harrold Past President GRSP Chair Richard L. Panyik On-To Conference Chair Rotary Foundation Chair Training Officer Reid Conklin Past President Sergeant-at-Arms Jennifer C Pennington Club Director Terry Lawler Club Programs Chair Rotary Club Honors January and February 2021 Students-of-the-Month Robert Shannon Osborne The Rotary Club of Greene and Putnam Counties is pleased to announce the following Students-of-the-Month for January Past President 2021 Bryce Johnson (Gatewood Schools), Treneice Grimes (Greene County High School), Braden Strickland (Lake Oconee Club Executive Secretary Academy), Lauren Lindsey (Nathanael Greene Academy), and Ashley Ventura (Putnam County High School) and for Webmaster February 2021: Jayson Burner (Gatewood Schools), Shakira Dennis (Greene County High School), Kala Jo Ogletree (Lake DG Tina D.
    [Show full text]
  • 2021-2022 GHSA Member School Directory Table of Contents
    Georgia High School Association 151 South Bethel Street Thomaston, Georgia 30286-0004 706-647-7473 Fax: 706-647-2638 Website: www.ghsa.net 2021-2022 GHSA Member School Directory Table of Contents GHSA Staff................................................................................................................... 1 GHSA State Coordinators........................................................................................... 2 GHSA State Executive Committee Members............................................................ 3 GHSA Region Secretaries.......................................................................................... 9 GACA Officers............................................................................................................. 15 GCCA Officers............................................................................................................. 16 GFCA Officers.............................................................................................................. 17 GA Thespians.............................................................................................................. 18 GADA Officers............................................................................................................. 19 System Athletic Directors........................................................................................... 20 Keys to School Abbreviations................................................................................... 23 Schools.......................................................................................................................
    [Show full text]
  • 2010-2011 Georgia Charter Schools Annual Report
    Chartering in Georgia 2010-2011 Charter School A comprehensive overview of the academic performance of Georgia’s Division charter schools. 2010-2011 Annual Report 2010-2011 Georgia Charter Schools Annual Report December 30, 2011 Dear Georgia Public Education Supporters, The Georgia Department of Education compiles annual academic and financial data on each operating charter school. This report examines how Georgia’s charter schools are performing against other Georgia public schools. For the first time this report also compares Georgia’s charter school performance to national averages. During the 2010–11 school year, Georgia had 162 charter schools in operation serving 56 districts. Of these charter schools, 70% made Adequate Yearly Progress this year. This is comparable to the 73% of traditional public schools that made Adequate Yearly Progress this year. Over the past year, the Georgia Department of Education has adopted new Charter Schools Rules and Guidelines that focus on accountability and transparency. We also launched a comprehensive training program for new and existing charter schools. The Georgia Department of Education is also developing additional resources for local school districts to strengthen authorizer practices. Please note that this annual report includes summary and detailed information on each of Georgia’s start-up and conversion charter schools. Detailed information on each of Georgia’s start-up and conversion charter schools is included in Appendix B. Detailed information on each charter system and charter system school is included instead in the 2010-2011 Georgia Charter System Annual Report to be released separately. Thank you for your ongoing dedication and hard work in helping to strengthen Georgia’s public education system.
    [Show full text]
  • Lake Country Sports : July 2020
    JULY 2020 MULTI-TALENTED REAGAN FOLK photo by jCollins Photography EXPERT CONTRIBUTORS LAKE COUNTRY UNITED FC To learn more about becoming an expert In the summertime contributor, contact Cathy Clark at Player Profile [email protected] or 404-580-6656. KYLE JORDAN when the weather is hot BEASLEY Height: 5’9 You can stretch right up Banking Weight: 135 lbs. Bank of Madison Publication Team Tim Carter GPA: 4.06 and touch the sky… Publisher: Cathy Clark Sr. VP & Loan Officer ~ Mungo Jerry, In the Summertime My name is Kyle Beasley and I am 16 Content Coordinator: Joe Choynski 706-342-1953 Designer: Katie Lawrence bankofmadisonga.com years old. I am a rising Junior at Lake Oconee Academy. I play defensive Photography: jCollins Photography It might be hard to be as optimistic as ol’ Mungo Jerry given the midfielder for Lake Country United F.C. Advertising headlines of the past few months...the sky doesn’t always look so “touchable.” But it’s at least starting to look a little closer!... 04 Elite Boys Team. I started playing Contact: Cathy Clark soccer when I was four years old and I Chiropractic Email: [email protected] The businesses of the Lake Country have been able to survive have been in love with the sport ever Triplett Family Chiropractic Phone: 404-580-6656 thanks to the generosity and communal spirit of its residents...and since. For me, soccer is my safe space. I Lake Country Sports is no different. We know many of our sponsors Dr. Vanessa Pizza-Triplett Feedback/Ideas/Submissions: play soccer because it relaxes me and it have had it tough the past few months, but they’ve all been 706-438-1314, Madison Have feedback, ideas or submissions? We are allows me to forget everything going on unwavering in their continued support of our magazine.
    [Show full text]
  • FULFILLING OUR COMMITMENT the CAMPAIGN for LAKE OCONEE ACADEMY “When We Started This School, We Had GRAND IDEAS About What We Could Accomplish
    FULFILLING OUR COMMITMENT THE CAMPAIGN FOR LAKE OCONEE ACADEMY “When we started this school, we had GRAND IDEAS about what we could accomplish. Did I think we’d grow as quickly as we have? Probably not, but OUR SUCCESS HAS BEEN OVERWHELMING. We owe that success to superb students, engaged parents, great teachers, and a tremendously supportive community.” — Dr. Otho Tucker, Chief Executive Officer Lake Oconee Academy A COMMITMENT TO STUDENTS collage photo frame hangs on a wall in the main office of Lake Oconee Academy (LOA). Smiling back are 11 kindergarteners—LOA’s first students. A When LOA opened in 2007, those 11 students didn’t attend class on the school’s beautiful 24-acre campus near the lake that inspires its name. They were in a church down the street—the only available location for a determined startup public charter school that, in less than a decade, has gone on to transform education in Greene County. Those pioneering LOA Titans opened the doors for the over 820 students who now call this award-winning school home. LOA’s remarkable growth and its numerous recognitions provide abundant evidence of the school’s impact on our community. However, with such popularity, LOA has quickly outgrown its four permanent buildings and three large supplemental modular units. With its first senior class graduating in the spring of 2018, new facilities are critical to provide LOA’s upper level students with their own distinct space to best prepare them for college and the world beyond. That need for facility space is the basis for a $19 million project to add two state-of-the-art buildings to the campus that has served as LOA’s home since 2010.
    [Show full text]
  • CONSTITUTION and BY-LAWS 2021-2022
    GEORGIA HIGH SCHOOL ASSOCIATION VOL. 115 NUMBER 1 CONSTITUTION and BY-LAWS 2021-2022 A Member of the National Federation of State High School Associations 151 South Bethel Street Thomaston, Georgia 30286-0004 706-647-7473 FAX 706-647-2638 www.ghsa.net GEORGIA HIGH SCHOOL ASSOCIATION Revised BEGINNING AND ENDING DATES FOR 2021-2022 6/23/21 DATE FOR FIRST FIRST MAXIMUM LAST PLAYOFF GHSA STATE PLAYOFF DATES QUALIFIERS ACTIVITY PRACTICE CONTEST GAMES/DATES PLAY DATE First Round/ Second Round Quarterfinals Semifinals Finals DETERMINED Sectionals FOOTBALL Aug. 2 Aug. 20 10 (7 JV) Nov. 6 Nov. 6 Nov. 12-13 Nov. 19-20 Nov. 26-27 Dec. 3-4 Dec. 9-11 CHEERLEADING Aug. 2 Aug. 7 6 (4 JV) Nov. 6 Nov. 13 Nov. 13 Nov. 19-20 GAME DAY Aug. 2 Nov. 6 – Feb. 19 Feb. 19 Feb. 26 SOFTBALL (FP) Aug. 2 Aug. 5 30 (21 JV) Oct. 9 Oct. 9 Oct. 12-14 Oct. 19-21 Oct. 28-29 Oct. 30 SOFTBALL (SP) Feb. 14 Feb. 18 16 April 9 April 9 April 13-14 April 20-21 VOLLEYBALL Aug. 2 Aug. 9 18 (13 JV) Dates Oct. 16 Oct. 16 Oct. 19-20 Oct. 23 Oct. 26-27 Oct. 30 Nov. 6 CROSS COUNTRY Aug. 2 Aug. 9 10 (7 JV) Dates Oct. 30 Oct. 30 Nov. 5-6 FLAG FOOTBALL Sept. 20 Oct. 7 12 (8 JV) Nov. 20 Nov. 20 Nov. 30 Nov. 30 Dec. 2 Dec. 6 Dec. 9 ONE ACT PLAYS Aug. 2 – – Oct. 30 Oct. 30 Nov. 13 & 20 LITERARY Aug.
    [Show full text]
  • February Was Busier Than Ever with Extra Championships
    GHSA March 2021 February Was Busier Than Ever With Extra Championships While it’s always busy around the GHSA office, February has led the way with activity and more so than an average year. Swimming and Diving State Championships were held at Georgia Tech with no fans and, despite this adjustment, the meet was very successful and we appreciate GT making it work for our student athletes. I want to thank Andy Cowart, Franke Marsden and Matt Murphy for organizing and running the meet for over 2000 athletes, which is no small task. Wrestling is now complete and the Traditional Champions have been crowned. As you know, wrestling had been a cause for concern when considering COVID-19 and our coaches and athletic directors were great all season long to mitigate the risks despite the challenges. Don Corr, Bud Hennebaul and the ATA were outstanding as they planned and executed the state meet. There were many changes along the way but a great event happened and I appreciate those mentioned earlier as well as those at the Macon Centreplex, who were great to work with as always. Penny Mitchell was busy as she has directed the State Championships in Competitive Dance, Competition Cheerleading (moved from the fall along with One Act Play because of the pandemic) and Game Day Cheer all within a two week period. We hope the schedule returns to normal next year, but I’m proud of Penny for making these events memorable despite significant challenges. We were informed two weeks prior to the Competition Cheer final that the Columbus City Council decided we would not be allowed to have the championships in the Columbus Civic Center.
    [Show full text]