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Cairo Elementary School was named a 2022 National Blue Ribbon School—being only one of five chosen in the state of Kentucky. The schools are recognized based on two categories—exemplary high-performing schools or exemplary achievement gap-closing schools. They traveled on November 4 to receive the award in Washington D.C. Schools recognized are honored by receiving a National Blue Ribbon flag to hang at their school as a symbol for their exemplary teaching and learning.
Brook Shappell, Cairo Elementary School Principal, said, “This recognition did not come easily. It took GRIT - that perseverance and never giving up! It took lots of hard work and determination and a commitment to giving our best to TEAM Cairo every, single day. It took ALL of us—every student, every staff member, and every Cairo family. I am so proud and grateful for each and every person who has contributed to TEAM Cairo earning this recognition!”
THE HENDERSON POLICE DEPARTMENT HOSTS BACKSTAGE PASS EVENT
On Saturday, October 22 the Henderson Police Department hosted a free community event. Over 200 people attended. Community members had the opportunity to get inside a police cruiser, try on the Emergency Response Team’s equipment, assist detectives with a crime scene and look at the HPD boat. The department’s K9, Kari, also put on a demonstration show to show off his skills and parents were able to fingerprint their children and complete a Child Identification Card.
The Henderson Emergency Communication Center was also there to talk to kids about having to call 911 and provide tips and tools for parents when it comes to teaching them about what to do in an emergency situation.
Snacks and waters were provided, and children 15 and under had the opportunity to win door prizes.
JL WEAVER VISITS HENDERSON COUNTY PUBLIC LIBRARY
JL Weaver, a former Henderson native and author of the children’s book series Rosie Ray, made a visit to the Henderson County Public Library on Tuesday, October 11. He read and talked about his new book “Rosie Ray Talent Takes Time” and donated and signed copies to each child who was present and to the children’s department, too.
