20080110 Annual Carroll Co. NAACP Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King Writing Contest

Annual Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King Writing Contest

Posted January 10th, 2008

In the past, in my capacity as a (former) elected official and a member of the Carroll County NAACP, I have helped judge this contest. I have always been impressed with the quality of the writing and inspired by our youngest generation’s thoughts.

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McDaniel College, the Carroll County Public Schools Department of Minority Achievement and Intervention Programs, the Carroll County Chapter of the NAACP and the MLK Celebration Committee, and the Office of Multicultural Services are hosting the annual Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. writing contest.

The essay contest is for area Carroll County students in grades 4-12. All essays are due January 18, 2008 to Zephia Bryant, Director of Multicultural Services, McDaniel College, 2 College Hill, Westminster, MD 21157-4390.

A celebration honoring Dr. King and the winners of the contest will be held on Monday, February 4, 2008 at 6:30 p.m. in the Alumni Hall at McDaniel College.

Three prizes will be awarded to the winners of the contest, each including cash prizes in the amount of $100 (high school winner), $75 (middle school winner), and $50 (elementary school winner), as well as a certificate, MLK commemorative T-shirt, and a gift bag.

For more information, please contact Patricia Levroney, Minority Achievement Liaison, Carroll County Public Schools (ptlevro AT k12.carr.org or 410-386-1680).

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20071219 The father of Leonard Roberts’, WHS Class of 1971, has passed away.

The father of Leonard Roberts’, WHS Class of 1971, has passed away.

Carroll County Public Schools Westminster High School and Class of 1971

Leonard R. Roberts, 85, of Westminster

Leonard Rome Roberts, 85, of Westminster died Wednesday, Dec. 19, 2007, at Future Care in Irvington.

Born May 8, 1922, in New Windsor, he was the son of the late Rome and Amelia Thompson Roberts. He was the husband of the late Hattie Rutherford.

He had resided formerly at the Beverly Living Center in Westminster, where he'd lived since 1999.

He retired from Black & Decker Inc. after 28 years of service. In his earlier years, he had worked at Western Maryland College, now McDaniel College.

He enjoyed doing automobile repairs and odd jobs, was a Colts and Ravens football fan, and loved music, going to concerts in town.

He was of the Methodist faith.

Surviving are children Scarlett L. Roberts, Leonard R. Roberts Jr. (of Carroll County Public Schools Westminster High School and Class of 1971 ) and Sidney Sweet, all of Westminster; sisters Ella Bernice Stinnett of Baltimore and Amelia Millberry of New Windsor; and numerous nieces and nephews.

He was predeceased by brothers George and Kenneth Roberts; and by a sister, Anna Evans.

A funeral service will be held at 2 p.m. Saturday at Pritts Funeral Home & Chapel, 412 Washington Road, Westminster, with the Rev. Daryl Foster, pastor of Union Street United Methodist Church, officiating. Interment will be in St. James Cemetery in New Windsor.

The family will receive friends from 2 to 4 p.m. Friday at the funeral home.

Please omit flowers. Memorial contributions may be made to Union Street United Methodist Church, 22 Union St., Westminster, MD 21157.

For information regarding visitation and services, please refer to the Funeral Notice box each day in the Carroll County Times

20070630 Sharon R. Thomas 54, of Westminster and WHS Class of 1971

Sharon R. Thomas 54, of Westminster

Sharon Rochelle Thomas, 54, of Westminster died suddenly Saturday, June 30, 2007, at Carroll Hospital Center.

Born Jan. 27, 1953, in Frederick, she was the daughter of the late Richard Thomas Sr., Anna Elizabeth Willis Howard and Austin A. Howard Sr.

She was a 1971 graduate of Westminster High School. She was formerly employed with Ford Motor Co. as a title specialist for 18 years. She was currently working on organizing a tri-street block party in her area to unite the diversity in her neighborhood.

She enjoyed sewing, cooking and shopping, and spending time with her family and friends.

Surviving, in addition to her parents, are daughter Amanda R. Puppe of Westminster; sons Mike D. Magruder Jr. of Martinsburg, W.Va., and Brandan S. Bryan of Oklahoma; grandchildren Brittany Elizabeth and Malcolm Elijah Magruder, and Deshon, Emma and Nassir; sisters and brother-in-law Florence H. and Richard Williams of Akron, Ohio, Maxine Thomas of Rockville, and Mary E. Riggins of Westminster; brother Austin A. Howard Jr. of Westminster; and numerous aunts, uncles, cousins, nieces and nephews.

A funeral service will be held 11 a.m. Saturday at Hartzler Funeral Home, 6 E. Broadway, Union Bridge, with the Rev. Marshall Jamie Green, pastor of Gospel Spreading Church of God in Union Bridge, officiating.

Interment will be in Mount Joy Cemetery in Uniontown.

The family will receive friends from 7 to 9 p.m. Friday at the funeral home.

Condolences and contributions to help defray expenses may be sent to Amanda Puppe, 60 Charles St., Westminster, MD 21157.

Carroll County Public Schools Westminster High School and Class of 1971

20070618 Ginny Muse’s (WHS Class of 1971) Dad, Tom Muse passed away

20070618 Ginny Muse’s (WHS Class of 1971) Dad, Tom Muse passed away

C. Thomas Muse, 85, of Westminster

January 20^th, 2007

Mr. C. Thomas Muse, 85, of Westminster is Ginny Muse’s (Westminster High School Class of 1971) Dad and a former City of Westminster employee.

A gathering of friends and family will be held at 3 to 7 p.m. Friday at Pritts Funeral Home & Chapel, 412 Washington Road, Westminster.

C. Thomas Muse, 85, of Westminster died Monday, June 18, 2007, at Howard County General Hospital after an extended illness.

Born Nov. 26, 1921, in Finksburg, he was the son of the late Fred Reed Muse Sr. and Deborah Ireland Muse. He was the husband of Lorraine Harbaugh Muse, his wife of 59 years.

He was a 1940 graduate of Westminster High School and the YMCA Business College. He was an Army veteran and served in World War II.

He had worked for Goodyear Tire Co. of Westminster, was the owner of Muse's Store on East Main Street and retired in 1983 from the City of Westminster, Department of [Public]Works.

He was a member of Grace Lutheran Church and the Just Two Again and the XYZ groups.

Surviving, in addition to his wife, are daughters Catherine Ortega of Pueblo, Colo., and Ginny [Muse] Schoenberger of Westminster; brothers John M. "Jack" Muse and William Muse; sisters Helen L. Vogt and Judy B. Naill; grandsons Corey and Scott Schoenberger; and a great-granddaughter, Mia Brooke Schoenberger.

He was predeceased by brothers Eugene I. Muse and Fred Reed Muse Jr.

A gathering of friends and family will be held at 3 to 7 p.m. Friday at Pritts Funeral Home & Chapel, 412 Washington Road, Westminster. Interment will be private and at the convenience of the family.

Memorial contributions may be made in his memory to the Westminster fire company, 28 John St., Westminster, MD 21157.

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20070611 Eugene Gene H Blizzard 53 of Delta Pa

Westminster High School Class of 1971

Eugene 'Gene' H. Blizzard, 53, of Delta, Pa.

Eugene "Gene" Howell Blizzard, 53, of Delta, Pa., died Monday, June 11, 2007, at Franklin Square Hospital from pancreatic cancer.

Born June 21, 1953, in Baltimore, he was the son of Maurice "Ham" and Freda Stauffer Blizzard. He was the husband of Gay Ebaugh Blizzard, his wife of 30 years.

He was a 1971 graduate of Westminster High School where he played football and was on the wrestling team. He attended Bridgewater College and was a 1977 graduate of Towson State University, where he also played football.

He was a physical education teacher in the Harford County school system for 21 years, teaching at both Bel Air and Aberdeen high schools, where he was the wrestling and football coach.

He enjoyed gardening and had a hobby farm for goats and chickens.

Surviving, in addition to his wife and parents, are children Lucas Jeremiah and Justin Ross Blizzard, both of York, Pa., Adrienne Gayle Blizzard of Delta, Pa., and Samantha Blizzard of York College; brother and sister-in-law Gary Lee and Linda Blizzard of Milford, Del.; and mother-in-law Dorothy Ebaugh of Westminster.

A memorial service will be held at 2 p.m. Saturday at Pritts Funeral Home & Chapel, 412 Washington Road, Westminster with the Rev. Frederick P. Eckhardt officiating. Interment will be private.

The family will receive friends from noon until time of service Saturday at the funeral home.

Memorial contributions may be made to Johns Hopkins University for Pancreatic Cancer Research, Ralph H. Hruban, M.D., Johns Hopkins Medical Institutions, 401 N. Broadway, Weinberg 2242, Baltimore, MD 21231-2410.

20070517 Proposed Carroll County Board of Education Policy - School-Related Fund Raising

Proposed Carroll County Board of Education Policy - School-Related Fund Raising

Thursday, May 17^th, 2007

A proposed Board policy on school-related fund raising was presented to the Board of Education at its meeting on May 9, 2007. The proposed policy provides guidance for school-related organizations to have fund raising activities at schools and for the sale and display of banner advertisements on school property.

The Board is seeking community input on this proposed policy. The policy and the accompanying administrative regulations are posted on the CCPS website at www.carrollk12.org . Comments and suggestions may be sent to feedback@k12.carr.org . This item will be returned to the Board for action at its meeting on July 11, 2007.

Click below to review the proposed policy.

http://www.carrollk12.org/whatsnew/pdf/fundpolicy.pdf

Click below to review the administrative regulations.

http://www.carrollk12.org/whatsnew/pdf/fundregs.pdf

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20070511 Small Town History Comes Alive for Students

Carroll County Public Schools News Release - Small Town History Comes Alive for Students

May 7th, 2007

Carroll County Public Schools has been working in partnership with the Historical Society of Carroll County to revitalize student tours at the Sherman-Fisher-Shellman House. Third grade students from Freedom Elementary School will visit the house on May 10.

Please click on the link below for more information:

http://www.carrollk12.org/whatsnew/newsindex.htm#history

SMALL TOWN HISTORY COMES ALIVE FOR STUDENTS IN CARROLL COUNTY

Carroll County Public Schools has been working in partnership with the Historical Society of Carroll County to revitalize student tours at the Sherman-Fisher-Shellman House. This house, one of the first houses built in downtown Westminster, represents life in towns and small cities of the early 1800's.

Third grade students from Freedom Elementary School visited the house on Thursday, May 10, 2007, to learn about family living and how people, places, and events have changed in Carroll County over the last 200 years. Students participated in activities and time period experiences in the gallery, parlor, dining room, master bedroom, pantry, and kitchen.

This tour supports the Maryland Voluntary State Curriculum and Carroll County Public Schools' elementary social studies curriculum. Freedom Elementary School will serve as the pilot school for the new tour on May 10 th and will set the stage for future tours during the 2007-2008 school year.

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20070427 Revisions to 2007-2008 Carroll County Public Schools Calendar

Revisions to 2007-2008 Carroll County Public Schools Calendar

April 27th, 2007

The Board of Education of Carroll County has approved the following revisions to the calendar for the 2007 - 2008 school year:

Schools and offices will be closed on February 12, 2008, for Presidential Primary Election Day. The date of the primary election, originally scheduled for March 4, was changed by the Maryland General Assembly. March 4 will be a regular school day.

The conference day scheduled for April 21, 2008, is changed to a regular school day for teachers and students. This modification increases the number of days built into the calendar for emergency closings to six.

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20070426 Last Day of School in CCPS in June 2007

Last Day Of School for Carroll County Public Schools in the 2006-2007 School Year

April 26th, 2007

Carroll County Public Schools used only five emergency closing days this year. As noted on the back of the school calendar, six days were built into the calendar. Therefore, the school year will end as follows:

June 12, 2007
Last Day for Kindergarten Students

June 13, 2007
Two Hour Early Dismissal for StudentsProfessional Time for Teachers

June 14, 2007
Last Day for StudentsTwo Hour Early Dismissal for Students Professional Time for Teachers

June 15, 2007
Professional Day for Teachers - Last Duty Day

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20070406 East Middle School Selected As Finalist In National Character Education Competition

East Middle School, Longwell Avenue, Westminster, Carroll County Maryland – pictured here from December 1977

EAST MIDDLE SCHOOL in Westminster, Carroll County Maryland SELECTED AS FINALIST IN NATIONAL CHARACTER EDUCATION COMPETITION

March 27^th, 2007 – Posted April 6^th, 2007

Winners to be selected in May

March 27, 2007 . . . Washington, DC – The Character Education Partnership (CEP) has selected East Middle School as a National Finalist in its National Schools of Character awards program. CEP, the nation’s leading advocate for quality character education initiatives, chose 25 finalists from 133 applicants across the United States. CEP is conducting site visits to all finalists throughout the end of April. A team of evaluators will visit East Middle School on April 17. CEP’s Blue Ribbon Panel will then meet to select 10 winners in late May.

“CEP is pleased to recognize these schools for the important work they are doing for our country,” CEP Executive Director Joe Mazzola said.

Should East Middle School be selected as a National School of Character, it will receive the award, national recognition, and a $20,000 grant at CEP’s 14^th National Forum on Character Education, Investing in America’s Future, to be held November 1–3, 2007, at the Hyatt Regency Hotel in Arlington, Virginia. Having demonstrated the success of their initiatives through the rigorous NSOC application and screening process, winners use their grants to serve as national leaders and models for other schools and districts seeking to improve their character education efforts.

“The NSOC application process is a rigorous one,” NSOC Director Janice Stoodley said. “The finalists are to be congratulated for all the hard work they have put into their applications. CEP’s Site Visitors are eager to see the work of each finalist first-hand.”

Finalists are selected on the strength of their written applications, having demonstrated outstanding work in encouraging the ethical, social, and academic growth of their students through effective character education. CEP’s Eleven Principles of Effective Character Education, which defines excellence in character education, guides the evaluation and selection of finalists and winners. East Middle School works diligently to reinforce positive behavior creating an environment that focuses on what students are doing well. Through classroom activities, school-wide programs, and community service learning projects, students practice positive character traits.

Jeff Alisauckas, Principal, states that, “At East Middle School, Bulldogs rule with Respect, Responsibility and Relationships. These 3 R’s are the school motto and provide the foundation of our total school character education program. They have helped us to develop a campus that is safe, orderly and committed to academic achievement while instilling lifelong values that ensure success in school, home and the community.”

Each year since 1998, the NSOC awards program has recognized K–12 schools and districts that provide exemplary comprehensive character education programs that consistently yield positive results in student behavior, citizenship, school climate, and academic performance. The national awards program is sponsored and administered by the Character Education Partnership and made possible by generous support from the John Templeton Foundation and the UAW-GM Center for Human Resources.

The Character Education Partnership, based in Washington, D.C., is a nonprofit, nonpartisan, nonsectarian coalition of organizations and individuals dedicated to developing young people of good character who become responsible and caring citizens.

For additional information - Contact: Jeffrey J. Alisauckas, Principal, East Middle School, jjalisa AT k12.carr.org 410-751-3656

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A Profile of Carroll County Public Schools

Downloaded April 6^th, 2007

http://carrollk12.org/about/profile.htm

The Carroll County Public School System lies near both the Baltimore and Washington, D.C. metropolitan areas. The region can best be characterized as a rural area, rapidly becoming suburban.

Today, over 28,000 students are enrolled in our schools ranking us as the 9th largest school system in the state of Maryland. The system is governed by the Board of Education which is made up of five elected members and a student representative.

The Carroll County Public School System ranks as one of the top performing school systems in the state of Maryland according to the Maryland School Performance Program Report which is released annually by the Maryland State Department of Education. Instructional staff are continually recognized at the state and national levels for their performance with numerous awards.

The educational programs developed in the Carroll County Public School System are also recognized statewide and nationally for their high standards and innovative approaches. For example, the elementary science program has been adopted in hundreds of school systems across the United States and in many other countries around the world. The system’s economic education program has been recognized by the Joint Council on Economic Education as one of the top ten programs in the country. The Career and Technology Center’s Computer Technology Program has been recognized as the most outstanding Career and Technology Program in the state by the Maryland State Department of Education.

Carroll County students consistently score above state and national averages on the Scholastic Aptitude Test and other standardized tests. Carroll County also has one of the highest college attendance rates in the state. This factor, combined with the success of the outstanding Career and Technology Program, the involvement of the business community, and the involvement of parents in the county, helps Carroll County to produce students who are well prepared for whatever path they may choose after graduation.

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Carroll County Middle Schools

http://carrollk12.org/schools/middle.htm

Carroll County has 9 middle schools. Some middle school students also attend The Gateway School, an alternative school. The middle school organization in Carroll County includes grades 6 through 8. Students are organized into interdisciplinary teaching teams which provide instruction in the academic subjects. Instruction in the nonacademic areas is provided by separate teachers. Students are grouped and regrouped for instruction by teams of teachers.

Education for students in their middle learning years nurtures intellectual, social, emotional and physical growth. Schools are organized to accommodate these unique developmental characteristics and needs. Curriculum, instruction, assessment, student activities and support services, as well as the environment, organization and administration, are designed to promote the improvement of academic skills, encourage individual student interests and talents, and foster social competency and personal success. The total school program enhances the quality of education and the personal lives of early adolescents, facilitates the successful transition from the middle learning years to the high school learning years, and lays an important foundation for life.

For more information contact Don Pyles, Director of Middle Schools at 410-751-3157 or email dmpyles AT k12.carr.org.

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20070327 Hiltz Steps Down From Board Seat Effective Immediately

Hiltz Steps Down From Board Seat Effective Immediately

In a press release just received moments ago it was announced that Board member Tom Hiltz is stepping down from his seat on the Carroll County Board of Education effective immediately.

March 27th, 2007

Board member Tom Hiltz has announced that he will be stepping down from his seat on the Board of Education of Carroll County. Hiltz’s decision is effective immediately.

In a letter to Board President Gary Bauer, Hiltz said, “Stepping down at this time was a difficult and personal decision; one that I have reflected on for several months. After consulting with my family, I decided to move forward without delay.”

Hiltz was first elected to the Board of Education of Carroll County in November 2000 and re-elected in 2004. He has twice served as Board Vice President and, in 2006, served as Board President. During his six years on the Board of Education, Mr. Hiltz has served as an ex-officio member on the Career and Technology Advisory Council and the Special Education Citizens Advisory Committee. From 1995 to 1999, Mr. Hiltz served on the Carroll County Planning and Zoning Commission, including two terms as Chairman.

In announcing his decision Hiltz said, “I am humbled by the trust that the citizens of Carroll County bestowed upon me almost 6 ½ years ago and have been honored to serve them on the Board of Education. I am personally grateful to the school system staff for their continuing support and tolerance over my years of service. I am even more grateful for their support, day-in and day-out, of our children and grandchildren. Carroll County cares about education and we are blessed with tremendous and dedicated support for education in our schools, in our communities, and in our business.”

According to Superintendent of Schools Charles Ecker, the Board will begin the process of filling the vacant seat as soon as they receive word from the Governor. If the process is approved by the Governor, the Board will solicit applications and then screen applicants and conduct public interviews. The Board will then recommend the names of three individuals to the Governor.

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20070201 A Tribute to teachers

A Tribute to teachers

February 1, 2007

H/t: Aunt Kate

For the benefit from which our society gains as a result of the work of teachers, they are woefully underpaid and under-appreciated. Think of the folks who made a difference in your life. Most likely, a teacher is on that list.

The following was e-mailed to me and I think that it worth sharing.

The dinner guests were sitting around the table discussing life. One man, a CEO, decided to explain the problem with education. He argued, "What's a kid going to learn from someone who decided his best option in life was to become a teacher?"

He reminded the other dinner guests what they say about teachers: "Those who can, do. Those who can't, teach.”

To stress his point he said to another guest;
"You're a teacher, Bonnie. Be honest. What do you make?”

Bonnie, who had a reputation for honesty and frankness replied, you want to know what I make? (She paused for a second, and then began...)

Well, I make kids work harder than they ever thought they could. I make a C+ feel like the Congressional Medal of Honor. I make kids sit through 40 minutes of class time when their parents can't make them sit for 5 without an I Pod, Game Cube or movie rental...

You want to know what I make?” (She paused again and looked at each and
every person at the table.)

I make kids wonder.

I make them question.

I make them criticize.

I make them apologize and mean it.

I make them have respect and take responsibility for their actions.

I teach them to write and then I make them write.

I make them read, read, read.

I make them show all their work in math.

I make my students from other countries learn everything they need to know in English while preserving their unique cultural identity.

I make my classroom a place where all my students feel safe.

I make my students stand to say the Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag, because we live in the United States of America.

Finally, I make them understand that if they use the gifts they were given, work hard, and follow their hearts, they can succeed in life.

(Bonnie paused one last time and then continued.) Then, when people try to judge me by what I make, I can hold my head up high and pay no attention because they are ignorant... You want to know what I make?

I MAKE A DIFFERENCE. What do you make?

A post script… If you are reading this, thank a teacher. If you are reading this in English, thank a soldier.

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20070122 Carroll County Public Schools will open two hours late

Carroll County Public Schools will open two hours late.

Monday, January 22nd, 2007

http://carrollk12.org/

73 Closings/Delays Have Been Reported.

For a complete list of school, business and event closings - go here.

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20051207 Carroll Public Schools’ Extracurricular Activities teaches values

Carroll Public Schools’ Extracurricular Activities teaches values

December 7, 2005 by Kevin Dayhoff (680 words)

(Related – see: Sports in Carroll County Football Westminster High School, 20021019 Freestate Spectacular XVI Marching Band Competition)

Originally published in the Westminster Eagle

While researching last week’s column on the 1951 football game between City College and the Westminster High School Owls, I leafed through the 1951 and 1952 Owl yearbooks, graciously loaned to me by Dr. Dean Griffin. Each page rejoiced in wonderful extra-curricular school activities, a great community, wonderful teachers, school administrators and students who later assumed community leadership.

The same feelings occurred looking at my Westminster High School (WHS) yearbooks from 1969 to 1971, twenty years after 1951. Attending the game last Friday night brought back a flood of great memories of growing up in Carroll County in the 1950s and 60s. The more things change, the more they stay the same, only updated.

Last week was a great week for our community. The South Carroll Cavaliers and Westminster Owls advanced to the state football championships and the Westminster Christmas parade came back. These are all positive things that bring a community together – just as years ago.

School extra-curricular activities build citizens, leaders and community. These activities teach positive consequences for hard work and discipline, the value of teamwork and the pride and confidence that come with accomplishment or just knowing that you did your best.

My nieces play in a high school band. It is inspiring to go to band competition events and see hundreds of young adults proudly displaying the results of hours of practice, teamwork and discipline in finely choreographed routines.

In a recent long conversation, Superintendent of Carroll County Public Schools, Dr. Chuck Ecker agreed. He went on further to say that when he was growing up “near Uniontown… I came home [from school] and … had many other chores. Often today’s children don’t have many home responsibilities… [Extra-curricular activities] teach meaningful teamwork relationships with others. Today we have too many rights and not enough responsibilities. With school activities, students learn to have a responsibility for what is best for the team… And the consequences for not fulfilling those responsibilities come from their peers and not an authority figure. It’s more that just sports...” Dr. Ecker continued excitedly, mentioning school bands, music programs and theatre…

Caroline and I stopped at Harry’s after the Westminster Christmas Parade last Saturday for my routine “two with everything.” Two Harry’s hot dogs have been a “Dayhoff Nutritional Pyramid” staple since the 1960s.

As Kim Henn took our take-out order for dinner, she noticed our “Go Owls” buttons and shared her excitement about the football game against City. Ms. Henn, WHS Class of 2007, works at Harry’s, runs on the track team and maintains good grades. She explained that extra-curricular activities “have taught me time management skills… I realize the value of my time…” Ms. Henn is looking forward to a career in broadcast journalism. What she is learning by staying active will serve her well in her future professional life.

In my interviews with Dr. John Steers, Sr. and Dr. Griffin; the same words were repeated as to the values that extra-curricular activities taught them: inspiration, work ethic, overcoming difficulty, focus, tenacity and the adrenaline rush of hard work.

Dr. Griffin took the opportunity to reminisce about the careers of the 1951 Owl football team. Raymond Bankert went on to work many years at Westminster Bank and Trust Company. Allen Baugher continued the family restaurant business. Donald Copenhaver worked for Baltimore Gas and Electric in their Westminster office. Charles Barrick ran “Nubbins” on Washington Road. Charles Havens became a successful D.C. attorney and worked with the likes of Dean Rusk. Urban Bowman coached in the Canadian Football League. Dean Leppo worked with the county Sheriff’s Department.

All got their start in Carroll County Public Schools and learned to excel by participating in extra curricular activates.

Local attorney, classmate and teammate Bill Finch (WHS Class of 1972), says “extra curricular activities keep teenaged boys and girls occupied and tired… and this a good thing…” He mentioned sports and high school band. He cited that “various studies indicate that children involved in extra curricular activities have better academic performance.”

The grades are critical, but winning’s not bad either. Go Owls and Cavaliers.

Kevin Dayhoff writes from Westminster. E-mail him at: kdayhoff at carr dot.org

20051207 Carroll Public Schools’ Extracurricular Activities teaches values

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