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Motivating students to write

As previously illustrated in the Preface, D. F. K. Bertolette wrote the following in his book: A teacher is not measured by the number of bright students he makes brighter, but rather by the number of indifferent students he makes bright. The indifferent child needs the most encouragement. Many of our greatest men and women were considered dull or slow during their school days. Of course, it takes time and a lot of patience to teach an indifferent student; yet the result may be ample reward. It is the duty, therefore, of every teacher to know his students, to find out in what they are ...

Important rules for raising children

Raising a child is not easy nowadays but every parent or couple tries their best to raise their child to the best of their ability. How many times have you heard people remark that “if that were my child I would do something different?” However when they have their own child things are different and a new attitude seems to develop. We must all remember that a child is a gift from God so do not try to mold your child after yourself or any other person. Each child is an individual and with their own personality. Do not crush or compare them to another child when something they try ...

‘The best it could have been:’

VINCENT — Warren High School sophomore Sophie Boothby is facing cancer treatment for a rare brain tumor with a smile. Before March 10, Boothby had a full and active life. She was a member of the Marietta Dance Academy, a member of the cheerleading squad, and a member of the A Cappella ...

Survivors to lead Washington County Relay for Life lap

Two local cancer survivors will lead the “Survivors Lap” during Washington County’s Relay for Life at Civitan Park in Belpre Saturday afternoon. The Grand Marshal is Belpre resident Jennifer Woodyward who was diagnosed with stage IV bile duct cancer in July 2023. Prior to her ...