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Sassman named as delegate to HOBY conference Noon Kiwanis Club of Ames recently awarded a scholarship to Ames High School sophomore Olivia Sassman that honors her as a delegate to the 2020 HOBY Leadership Conference. The conference will be June 19-21 at Drake University. Present for Olivia’s honor were Pam Sassman (school counselor and Olivia’s mother), 2019 HOBY delegate Myles Ennis, and Ames High counselor John Burke. Ennis reviewed his 2019 HOBY experience and credited the event with helping him see the value of developing leadership skills and
how his active involvement can help build community. Sassman highlighted her experiences in Fellowship of Christian Athletes, DECA and basketball, and hopes to use the HOBY experience to enhance her leadership skills. The HOBY award is named for Hugh O’Brian, a 1950s television star who portrayed the character Wyatt Earp. Throughout his life, O’Brian supported many causes and programs that encouraged young people to develop leadership skills and to become active in their communities.
Noon Kiwanis Club of Ames recently awarded a scholarship to Ames High School sophomore Olivia Sassman, that honors her as the Ames High delegate to the 2020 HOBY Leadership Conference. From left, Pam Sassman (school counselor and Olivia’s mother), Olivia Sassman, 2019 HOBY delegate Myles Ennis and Ames High counselor John Burke.CONTRIBUTED PHOTO
Gilbert grad building painting business in Story County Philip Roetman graduated from Gilbert High School in 2017 and is a junior at Iowa State University studying business finance and management. He is expected to graduate in 2021 and has now ventured into the entrepreneurial world, as he is managing his own business this year. This spring, he’ll be keeping busy as a fulltime student along with some real-world business experience. On top of that, he’ll be doing it during a global pandemic, which shows his ability to problem solve and work through adversity. The internship that is making all of this possible is through College Works Painting. Philip was one of roughly 2,000 interns hired this year, across 30 states, to manage a team of young painters, marketers and other employees.
Philip Roetman, a junior at Iowa State University studying business finance and management, is managing his own business this year through an internship with College Works Painting. CONTRIBUTED PHOTO
His business will serve many residents within Ames and the surrounding Story County area who are searching for local painting options.
College Works Painting is a company that supports college interns by supplying items such as painting supplies, a budget and extensive support.
The company also values letting each intern take steps in becoming more independent as a manager of their own business by then taking a step back as the intern manages building revenue, controlling costs and maintaining all other aspects of a small painting business. “I think the most valuable part of this whole internship for me is the real world experience I am going to gain while running my own business,” Roetman said. “I hope to run my own small business some day and what better way to learn the ins and outs of running a business than to actually do it. This is a unique opportunity because not many internships provide you with this much power, responsibility, and ability to make your own decisions.” Philip has had numerous jobs and a lot
of experience working under countless individuals even though he is only 21. He currently works for CyRide, making it his sixth different job since turning 14, the age of being able to officially apply for a job in Iowa. He says observing various leadership styles has helped shape what he hopes to exhibit as a leader in his business. Even though he has not been hired to an official leadership position for a job, he has found himself in multiple leadership roles that include: FFA, Jr. Rotarian Club, athletic teams and Up Til Dawn at Iowa State. He wants to use this experience as a launching point for his future career in business. College Works, a forprofit company, takes a portion of the earnings from each house painted, but compensates its interns over
the course of the summer - in addition to the up-front investment the company makes for the interns supplies, training, and mentoring. Interns are mentored each step of the way by someone who has successfully completed the program. “I really am the type of person who wants to make a difference in the lives of others around me,” Roetman said. “I love working with and helping people. Being a very detail-oriented person, I always want to do the best I possibly can in everything I do. “I will paint around 20 homes this summer, and I hope that each job I do is something I can look back on and be proud of. I have learned a lot about house painting just in my first couple months and I hope to translate that into a high-quality paint job for my clients.”
Editor’s Note: With how rapidly everything is changing related to COVID-19, please visit the Ames Tribune website, www.amestrib.com, for more information as it becomes available. Follow the Ames Tribune on Facebook as well. Community calendar suspended: The U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention has recommended that no gatherings with 50 people or more take place for the next eight weeks to slow the spread of the novel coronavirus. Due to this, and the constantly-changing environment surrounding COVID-19 throughout the county and state, the Ames Tribune will suspend its community calendar until further notice. Thank you for your understanding.
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Roland-Story horticulture students Seth Halleland, Sydney Lively and Chris Colwell fill their bottles with potting soil. CONTRIBUTED PHOTO
Roland-Story agriculture shop students Dawson Pedersen, Ivy Hillson and Adrienne Hanson work on their candy dispensing machines. CONTRIBUTED PHOTO
Roland-Story horticulture R-S agriculture shop class students study plant growth learns wood shop skills Roland-Story horticulture students are learning about seeds and their growth habits in their latest project called “pop bottle topiary.” In this activity, the students each created their own topiary’s
out of pop bottles. As the seeds germinate, the students are able to study the root systems as well as train the plants in the patterns they designed for the topiary. According to Brad Taylor, agriculture
education instructor, “This lab activity is allowing the students to visualize more how the roots of plants grow and spread out as well as the care needed for the above ground growth.”
Roland-Story agriculture shop students have been involved the past several weeks in their latest wood shop project in which they are creating a wooden candy dispensing machine. According to Brad
Taylor, agriculture instructor, “This project is one in which the students are learning and using multiple skill sets that are utilized in the wood shop profession.” “In this project, the students are further
developing their skills in problem solving as well as decision making. “The purpose of the project is to have students safely use a variety of power tools in which to create a project.”
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William Gibbons spaces out some of the 25 count strip trays of geraniums Nevada High School horticulture students set out on flood benches prior to transplanting. CONTRIBUTED PHOTO
Nevada High School horticulture students, from left, Drew Robinson, Maycin Sansgaard, Christian Hawbaker and William Gibbons, pinch off early blossoms on geraniums planted in baskets. CONTRIBUTED PHOTO
Nevada High School horticulture students and FFA members have planted more than 2,000 plants in the Nevada High School greenhouse. Planting started on Feb. 20 with placing 875 rooted geranium cuttings in 10-inch baskets. An additional 450+ plants were planted on March 5, including sunpatients, celosia, salvia and petunias. In addition, students have started several hundred varieties of tomatoes including beefsteak and cherry tomatoes. Several students have
started their own vegetables for transplanting to their gardening projects later this spring. Students have also learned to deadhead and pinch back early blossoms to promote vegetative growth. Other lessons have and will include fertilization, watering, pest control and marketing of the plant products. It is hoped to start greenhouse plant sales on the last Saturday in April, according to Kevin Cooper, Nevada High School agriculture education instructor and FFA advisor.
Nevada FFA members and student volunteers work in the greenhouse with vegetable seedlings that will be transplanted to their garden projects later this spring. From left, Amelea Jones, Keegan Jones, Jameson Elliott and Julien Saldana. CONTRIBUTED PHOTO
Nevada Middle School eighth-grade discovery ag students, from left, Kennedy Long and Kylie Taylor, appraise transplanting they completed on Saturday, Feb. 22.CONTRIBUTED PHOTO
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VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES VOLUNTEER CENTER OF STORY COUNTY The Volunteer Center of Story County connects people of all ag es with volunteer opportunities, promotes volunteering and recogn izes volunteers. For additional information, to volunteer, or to list volunteer needs, visit www.vcstory.org, call (515) 268-5323, email director@vcstory.org or visit from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday t hrough Friday.
Child Care Volunteers Women United - United Way of Story County Play with and provide care for a group of children, infants through elementary school while their mothers attend fi nancial education workshops. The workshops are scheduled throughout the year and are generally held five weeks in a row from 5 to 8 p.m. Occasionally, one-time evening workshops are scheduled. Duties include assisting with a meal, providing basic care and supervising play. Volunteer from Home American Red Cross, Iowa Region You can work from the comfort of your home and support the other individuals and groups who support the American Red Cross in all lines of service. Follow up with volunteers and departments to ensure proper placement and position satisfaction. Support volunteer supervisors in all lines of service, and serve as a point of contact for reassignment or referring volunteers to other opportunities. Senior Medicare Patrol Counselor Mary Greeley Medical Center Provide one-on-one assistance to help Medicare beneficiaries, their caregivers, or representatives with questions and issues related to Medicare and related health insurances. Counselors also assist their sponsor site to create awareness of SHIP/SMP services in the county. The position is scheduled for four hours every other week between December and October and then for a minimum of four hours every week between October and December each year. Certification and annual recertification are required for this position. Caring for Young Participants YSS The YSS Baby Bump and Beyond program is looking for two volunteers with a genuine interest in caring for the littlest participants (0 to 5 years old), while their parents attend class every fi rst and third Thursday of the month, in Ames, from 4:45 to 6:15 p.m.
Painting Friendship Ark, Inc. Volunteers are needed to complete some painting at Friendsip Ark locations. Financial Assistant Good Neighbor Emergency Assistance, Inc. Do you have experience with accounting and Quick Books? Duties include preparing deposits, drafting checks to pay bills and issue payments to local landlords and utilities for clients. The position involved four to eight hours per month, at times convenient for volunteers between 9 a.m. and 4 p.m. DIY Volunteering Volunteer Center of Story County Looking for a volunteer project idea for your team or that you can do on your time. The VCSC has ideas, resources and information about potential projects, (including projected time commitments and budgets) on the online referral website. Look for ideas, and by signing up through the system, the VCSC and benefitting organizations will be able to provide additional support and information to help with your projects. Weekend Respite Group ChildServe Two amazing individuals over 16 years old are needed to spend Saturdays and/or Sundays playing, reading books and just having a good time with children between the ages of 4 and 24. Food Pantry & Doing the Most Good Market Volunteer The Salvation Army-Story County Iowa Guide guests through the Food Pantry and Doing the Most Good Market from 12:45 to 3:30 p.m. on Mondays through Fridays. Volunteers can serve one or multiple days as available. Individuals or small teams are welcome to come try out a shift and shadow an experienced volunteer before making a longterm commitment. Programmers and Evaluation Team Volunteer Center of Story County A team of volunteers interested
in program development and assessment are being sought to support the VCSC. Members of this work group will have the opportunity to design, lead and evaluate programs and services. This is a great opportunity to look behind the curtain and see all the moving pieces involved in meeting community needs. Receptionist ACCESS (Assault Care Center Extending Shelter and Support) Answer phones, greet people, fi ling and administration assistance. Shifts are four hours in length each day, Monday through Friday, from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Eating for a Cause Iowa Able Foundation Volunteers manage restaurant fundraising, where guests dine and a percentage of the tickets are donated to Iowa Able Foundation. Volunteers are responsible for coordination between the restaurant and organization to pick a date, help with marketing efforts to recruit diners, and recognition of the restaurant for their support. Early Bird Shelter Assistant Emergency Resident Project A volunteer is needed every weekday, from 7 to 10 a.m. and on weekends, from 7 to 9 a.m. Duties include assisting the Shelter Coordinator with various tasks like cleaning, getting breakfast ready, vacuuming, paperwork, answering phones, etc. Any required training is provided. A tour and orientation are completed before service. VC Fliers Volunteer Center of Story County For anyone who is interested in what is happening and wants to be part of the many great events and opportunities in the community, this is the perfect opportunity. One to two times a month, individuals or small teams of volunteers are needed to distribute fl iers around Ames and Story County to various community bulletin boards and gathering places. Access to reliable transportation is needed. Most of the time flier distribution happens on weekdays, be-
tween 8 a.m. and 5:30 p.m. as volunteers are available. Some early evenings and weekend availability may be necessary. Harrison Barnes Reading Academy Literacy Tutors Raising Readers in Story County Work one-on-one with a kindergarten through third grade student to encourage literacy growth. Gain experience with the Words Their Way curriculum, working with diverse families, individual literacy tutoring, and assisting a child with literacy skills during the school year and/or summer. Tutors serve one or two 45-minute shifts a week. Substitute tutors are also needed. Beloit Youth Mentor Lutheran Services in Iowa, Ames Develop healthy, trusting relationships with a young person, and model healthy boundaries and reliability. Provide fund outlets at the campus (or off campus, with special permission) to engage youth in positive activities that empower them as they go through treatment and counseling. Regular meeting times are scheduled with case workers for a six- to nine-month commitment. Board Member YWCA Ames-ISU Board members are needed for the academic year. Meetings are once per month between September and April. The YWCA’s mission is to eliminate racism, empower women and girls, and promote peach, justice, freedom and dignity for all. Troop Co-Leader Girls Scouts of Greater Iowa Make a difference in girls’ lives. Introduce girls to new experiences that show them they’re capable of more than they ever imagined. Help them find their inner G.I.R.L. (Go-getter, Innovator, Risk-taker, Leader). During this experience you will be the girls’ cheerleader, guide and mentor. For more volunteer opportunities, visit www.amestrib.com.
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Nevada High School National Honor Society officers meeting to plan for bake sale and taco dinner were, from left, President Meredith Harter, Treasurer Claira Miller, Vice President Madison Davis and Secretary Eliana Hornbuckle. CONTRIBUTED PHOTO
National Honor Society taco dinner volunteers were, from left, Katelyn Kingsbury, Claira Miller, Austin Kruzich, JJ Williamson, Isabelle Humpal-Pash and Meredith Harter. CONTRIB UTED PHOTO
Nevada High School National Honor Society has success with fundraising activities Nevada High School National Honor Society members hosted a successful bake sale, and also a taco dinner. The bake sale was provided at the Nevada Community School foundation trivia night on Saturday, Feb. 15 with total earnings of $400. On Tuesday, March 10, the Nevada High School chapter offered a taco dinner to community members attending the band concert in the fieldhouse.
The dinner included a nacho chip bar with assorted sides. Students made cookies and bars for dessert, and chilled lemonade or water was provided for a beverage. The dinner netted the Nevada High School chapter $840 for their treasury. Local companies donating products included Burke Marketing providing meat, both Fareway and Ally’s Pizza donated cheese, Nevada Subway donated lettuce
and Nevada McDonalds donated cups. In February, the Nevada High School chapter also hosted a winter formal dance with 309 students in attendance providing the chapter with $1,159 after expense of a DJ. Nevada High School National Honor Society traditionally offers two senior scholarships at graduation. Nevada High School National Honor Society advisor is Kevin Cooper.
Nevada High School National Honor Society members working the bake sale table at trivia night were, from left, Eliana Hornbuckle, Madison Davis and JJ Williamson. CONTRIB UTED PHOTO
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VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES C E N T R A L I OWA R S V P
Connecting people to purpose Adopt-a-Flower-Garden RSVP is looking for two to three volunteers who would like to plant and maintain a flower garden as part of the Adopt-aFlower-Garden program through the city of Ames. Mulching and planting will take place in mid to late May and volunteers are encouraged to weed and maintain the garden throughout the summer. To learn more contact RSVP at (515) 292-8890 Fraud Fighters One in three Americans ages 65 and older are scammed, losing $36.5 billion annually to financial exploitation, criminal fraud and caregiver abuse. The Iowa Insurance Division (IID) is requesting help from RSVP in implementing its Fraud Fighters Program. Volunteers will conduct presentations to educate community members (primarily targeting seniors and retirees) on types of fraud, provide prevention tips to avoid fraud, and provide resources to assist you if you are a victim of fraud. Training and all presentation materials for volunteer presenters will be provided by IID staff. To learn more contact RSVP at (515) 2928890.
Orientation Contact Central Iowa RSVP at (515) 292-8890 to arrange for an orientation for volunteers.
Information For more information about RSVP, please visit the website, www. rsvpvolunteer.org, like the Facebook page, Central Iowa RSVP, or call (515) 292-8890.
Attendants Looking for volunteers to help with food pantry and market pantry from 12:45 to 3:30 p.m. Monday through Thursday. Volunteers will meet and greet families, direct them through the pantry and market and assist with sorting, shelving or restocking needs. This job requires standing, lifting (20 pounds) and kneeling. A cheerful attitude and ability to respect the confidentiality of all those who visit the Salvation Army is a must. The Salvation Army encourages volunteers who can work on a consistent basis. To learn more contact RSVP at (515) 292-8890
Salvation Army-Representative Payee Volunteer Looking for volunteers to distribute weekly checks and review receipts and visit with payees to monitor any changes to their status or any other impending issues. Volunteers should be able to communicate well, write legibly and keep accurate records. Training and supervision will be provided as well as the opportunity to attend meetings as scheduled. Needing two volunteers on Tuesdays for one to three hours from 9 a.m. to noon. Call RSVP at (515) 292-8890 for more information.
Volunteer Ombudsman/Advocate The Office of the State LongTerm Care Ombudsman is searching for dedicated volunteers for its Volunteer Ombudsman Program (VOP). Volunteer Ombudsmen will receive free training to become certified volunteers who visit local long-term care facilities and advocate for residents’ rights. This includes visiting with residents about their quality of care and quality of life in the facility and seeking to resolve any of their concerns in cooperation with the facility. This unique and rewarding opportunity requires a minimum commitment of three hours per month. To learn more contact RSVP at (515) 292-8890
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RSVP Volunteer Driver Transportation Program
RSVP offers adult volunteers aged 55+ quality opportunities to share their skills, interests and life experiences in response to a wide variety of community needs. Serving Story County since 1973 and Marshall County since 2003, RSVP recruits volunteers from all economic, educational and social backgrounds.
You can make a difference in the lives of Story County residents by becoming part of a pool of volunteers who provide occasional rides to those in need of transportation. Priority is given to seniors needing rides to medical appointments. This service is provided entirely by volunteers who use their own vehicles. One to two more Nevada drivers are needed to help riders in that area. Please call RSVP at (515) 292-8890 for more information. Reiman Gardens Butterfly Wing Docents Volunteer among the butterflies. Volunteers are needed to help with monitoring the space to ensure that USDA regulations are followed and the butterflies are contained within the exhibit. These volunteers, also known as Butterfly Wing Docents, interact directly with the public answering questions about the butterflies and plants in the exhibit. All new Butterfly Wing Docents are required to attend one training session. Prefer two-hour commitments with both weekday and weekend opportunities available between 9 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Perfect for individuals and couples. To learn more contact RSVP at (515) 292-8890 Conservatory Docents Do you enjoy interacting with people and teaching others? Are you into tropical plants? Reiman Gardens’ new Conservatory Docent volunteer position might be the perfect opportunity for you! Conservatory Docents greet visitors to the Hughes Conservatory, share information about the plants and current center display, and are available for questions. No plant knowledge is necessary to get started. Weekday and weekend opportunities are available. Perfect for individuals and couples. Mary Greeley Medical Center Caring Hands Volunteer-The Car-
ing Hands Program uses trained volunteers to provide non-therapeutic hand massage to patients and/or family members at the William R. Bliss Cancer Center. The Volunteer will provide an opportunity for patients/family members to receive a voluntary, complimentary, hand massage using gloved hands, with gentle massage. Volunteers will introduce themselves and the service to the patient/family member. A minimum six-month commitment is required. from 9 to 11 a.m. on Tuesdays and from 1 to 3 p.m. on Fridays. Call RSVP at (515) 292-8890 for more information. Sterile Process Department (SPD)- Assisting SPD staff with the preparation of linens used in the OR and OB which includes the removal of lint, folding according to a specific pattern and prepare for sterilization. Assisting with necessary minor cleaning and restocking of the workroom workstations, minor cleaning of surgical instrument containers, and assist in workflow of SPD as needed. Shift Available: Two-hour shifts available between 8 a.m. and noon on Mondays and Tuesdays. Call RSVP at (515) 292-8890 for more information. Senior Health Insurance Information Program (SHIIP)/Senior Medicare Patrol (SMP) Volunteer Counselor- Provide one-on-one assistance to help Medicare beneficiaries, their caregivers or representatives with questions and problems related to Medicare and related health insurances. Counselors also assist their sponsor site to create awareness of SHIIP/SMP services in the county; for example, informal discussions with partners or group presentations. Hours: Four hours every other week Dec. 8 through Oct. 14 each year. Minimum of four hours every week Oct. 15 through Dec. 7 each year.
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