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ON THE COVER Thank you to Lowndes County School District Assistant Superintendent Dr. Peggy J. Rogers, Assessment Supervisor Stefanie Jones and bus driver Charlotte Cantrell for assisting in taking the cover photo. A special thanks to the following students: Manuel Martinez, Charlotte Barnes, Willie Adkins, Alex Gable, Roni Boland, Tamara King, Bradley Cunningham, Cornell Gandy, Yasmine Simmons, Levi Mason, Tysen Brown, Tahj Harrell, Mya Pigott, Taniyah Malone, Makaila Sutton, Makenzie Williams, Jeremiah Crawford. Photo by KELLY TIPPETT

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Main Street Presbyterian Church Preschool Mississippi State University Mississippi University for Women North Mississippi Medical Center Pediatric Dentistry Reed’s of Columbus Sports Center Starkville Martial Arts Starkville School District Susan’s Dance Studio West Point School District

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School Starts August 4, 2011

Registration

Parents please attend registration to verify student information and provide two (2) proofs of residency. Fairview, Franklin, Sale, and Stokes-Beard Elementary PreK – 5th Grade Schools Registration Day: Monday, July 25, 2011 7:30 a.m.-5:30 p.m. Cook Elementary • PreK-5th Grades Registration Days: Monday, July 25, 2011 - 7:00 a.m.-3:00 p.m. Tuesday, July 26, 2011 – 10:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m. All Elementary Schools Parent “Pop In” Wednesday, August 3, 2011, 2:00 p.m. – 3:30 p.m. A time that you can bring school supplies and have an opportunity to greet your child’s teacher. School supply lists are available at www.columbuscityschools.org or at your child’s school.

Bright Smiles. Brighter

futures.

300 Hospital Dr. ] Columbus, MS 39705 PHONE 662-327-0995 ONLINE www.drdkcurtis.com EMAIL dkcurtis@tilc.com Board Certified American Board of Pediatric Dentistry Dental Care for infants, children, adolescents & teenagers

Columbus Middle School • 6th – 8th Grades Registration Days: Wednesday, July 27, 2011 - 7:30 a.m.-5:30 p.m. Thursday, July 28, 2011 – 7:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.

Columbus High School • 9th -12th Grades Registration Days Tuesday, July 26, 2011 - 7:00 a.m.-3:00 p.m. Wednesday, July 27, 2011 – 8:00 a.m. – 5:30 p.m.

It’s a great day to be a Falcon!

School Day Schedules All Elementary Schools School Day Begins: 7:45AM School Day Ends: 2:25 PM

Columbus Middle School School Day Begins: 8:15AM School Day Ends: 3:30 PM

Columbus High School School Day Begins: 8:05AM School Day Ends: 3:31 PM

visit us online...

www.columbuscityschools.org

The Columbus Municipal School District does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, disability, religion or age in the admission to and provision of educational programs, activities and services or employment opportunities and benefits. Concerns should be directed to Craig Shannon, Deputy Superintendent, Brandon Central Services Center, 2630 McArthur Drive, P.O. Box 1308, Columbus MS 39703-1308.

Backpack prices $45-$99

Est. 1905

Jackson Square

2013 Hwy. 45 North • Columbus • 327-2684

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Once Upon a Summertime Photos by CARMEN K. SISSON

Golden Triangle students share their most memorable moments from the summer of ‘11 “I got to go to the Memphis drum shop. It’s five stars, and tons of people come from all over the country to go there. I bought a new head for my snare, and some moon gel to dampen it. It’s a famous drum shop, and big people have gone there. I saw someone from YouTube there!” — ROBBIE BROWN, 12, seventh grade, homeschool

“I went to Florida and went to the beach. I saw a crab for the first time, and I ran because it snapped at me!” — SAKEIM LITTLE, 11, 6th grade, Columbus Middle School

“My mother found this Vacation Bible School in the newspaper, and after this, I’m going to the Big Apple.” — AIYANA HUGHES, 12, 7th grade, Columbus Middle School

“I went to Atlanta and went to a baseball game, the aquarium, and World of Coca-Cola.” — DRAKE WILLIAM CLEMENTS, 8, 4th grade, Cook Elementary School

“I went to YMCA Day Camp. I got to zip-line, swim, rock climb, and canoe. Ziplining was awesome.” — AVA DELGADO, 10, 5th grade, homeschool

“I went to Slip & Slide and the beach. I rode on my tummy for the first time at Slip & Slide, and it was real fun, but it made my tummy hurt. We saw a stingray at the beach.” — BRADY MILLS STUART, 6, 2nd grade, New Hope Elementary School

“Last summer, I went to a back flip competition in Georgia. This summer, I went to Tuscaloosa and went in the mall and bought some clothes and stuff. I didn’t think a tornado could do so much damage.” — BILLY GREENE, 11, 6th grade, Columbus Middle School

“My All-Star team came in third place in the state tournament, and I went to Destin and saw sea turtles.” — KEAYRA HUGHES, 10, 5th grade, Cook Elementary School

“I went to the Mall of America in Minnesota and got to ride the roller coaster. You never get to ride a huge roller coaster inside a mall.” — CALEB WOOLBRIGHT, 15, 10th grade, Immanuel Christian

“I made All-Star baseball with the Columbus Outlaws, and we came in third in the state tournament in Eupora.” — STALLONE SHELTON, 9, 4th grade, New Hope Elementary School

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West Point School District

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Orientation Days

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East Side Kindergarten and Pre-K 12:00 p.m. - 3:00 p.m. Church Hill Elementary Central School Fifth Street Jr. High

3:00 p.m. - 6:00 p.m. 2:00 p.m. - 5:00 p.m. 2:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m.

West Point High School Monday, July 25 (Seniors and Freshmen)

12:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m.

Tuesday, July 26 (Juniors and Sophomores)

12:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m.

For more back to school information, visit: www.westpoint.k12.ms.us

The Building Blocks For A Child’s Future...

First Baptist Preschool Ministry Morning Academic Classes Ages Three and Four Years • 7:30-12:00 a.m.

Preschool with Extended Care Ages Infants-Four Years • 7:00 a.m. - 5:30 p.m.

Mother’s Day Out

Tuesday and Thursday • 8:00 a.m. - 3:30 p.m.

202 Seventh Street North • Columbus, MS 39701 245-1212 • Director: Bonny Foreman

In today’s highly competitive academic and economic climate, there’s one thing college recruiters and top employers say students can do immediately to give themselves an advantage for the future: Get involved in community service. It’s a message Columbus High School 2011 graduate TORI EDWARDS took to heart. Through the school’s Community Service Club, she says she laid the foundation for not only a strong resume but also a lifetime commitment to serving others. On a recent afternoon, as she volunteered with Mississippi Lt. Gov. Phil Bryant’s gubernatorial campaign, she talked about how community service has enriched her life. She said she particularly enjoyed working with the Loaves & Fishes community soup kitchen. “I really liked that,” Edwards said. “I was involved in helping people instead of thinking about myself. Just to see the smiles on the people’s faces made me feel great.” She said she never realized people in Columbus went without food until she saw them lining up for a hot meal. “That made me want to give back more to help the community,” she said. Edwards, who plans to attend Mississippi State University in the fall to study civil engineering, said she plans to continue volunteering. It has become a way of life, not only for her, but also for her friends — many of whom volunteer with her. “I’ll continue to do it until I’m old,” Edwards said. “I love giving back. The expression on people’s faces…they don’t expect young people to go out and volunteer, but with the economy and people out of jobs, it gives young people something to do to stay out of trouble.” Edwards said even the busiest student can find at least two hours a week to volunteer. “It really looks good on your resume for colleges and jobs,” Edwards said. “You can always make time…it’s not hard at all.” Some of her other volunteer activities included working as a cashier at Baptist MemorialGolden Triangle’s gift shop and working with children at the Young’s Christian Academy daycare. Cindy Wiygul, guidance counselor at Columbus High School, said students like Edwards are on the right track when it comes to preparing for a bright future. “A lot of colleges are giving scholarships for community involvement and community service,” Wiygul said. “All scholarships are looking for volunteer community service. It’s just as large as the academic part.” Wiygul suggested students either try to get involved with a school club that has a community

service component or call local organizations like United Way to inquire about volunteer opportunities. By CARMEN K. SISSON Heritage Academy senior SCOTTIE DAVIS is getting pretty comfortable around construction sites. Working on Habitat for Humanity houses will do that. Whether helping to hang fixture boxes or putting up columns on a front porch, the 17-year-old doesn’t hesitate to get his hands dirty. By graduation, Heritage seniors are required to have a minimum of 100 community service hours. Davis endorses that program. “I think it definitely helps kids get out there and develop the habit of volunteering,” the HA soccer player stated. Heritage Headmaster Tommy Gunn added, “We just feel like giving back to the community is what we want to do — that needs to be who the school is.” Davis himself has already surpassed the 100 hour total he’ll need, even before his academic senior year begins. But that doesn’t deter him. “There are a lot of people around here that need help more than anybody can really imagine,” said the student, who worked on the Columbus-Lowndes Habitat for Humanity Heritage House in 2010 and currently is contributing labor at the Habitat build on Ninth Avenue South. His parents, Mike and Abby, are both active in community and church. Mike Davis was involved with the Habitat Heritage build and now serves on the Habitat board and heads the construction committee. “Whenever I need help, Scottie’s the guy that will get on the phone and, within 10 minutes, have five of his buddies there,” he said. Heritage teacher Rebecca Partain serves as advisor for the annual senior class initiative, which this year has been Patriot Park, a handicapped-accessible playground now open at the Baptist Memorial Hospital–Golden Triangle walking track. Young Davis helped on that effort, too. Those capstone projects, as well as the 100 community service hours, are designed to instill philanthropy, citizenship and leadership in students, Partain said. “We want to give kids opportunities to develop their own gifts, their own talents,” she stated. “They’ll then have a strong skill set to take with them post-graduation, so

Tori Edwards | Photo by Carmen K. Sisson

Scottie Davis | Photo by Kelly Tippett

Christina Lemmermann | Photo by Luisa Porter

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Offering

that they can lead in really effective ways, in communities, on college campuses and in whatever organizations they get involved in.” By JAN SWOOPE The seeds of CHRISTINA LEMMERMANN’s volunteer spirit were planted years ago by her parents, Alan and Pat. “I think I was 11 or 12 years old, and my whole family took part in a gleaning project, through the Society of St. Andrew affiliated with our church,” the Caledonia High School junior said. “We’d go pick blueberries and sweet potatoes, I think it was in Noxapater, for their Helping Hands center.” Lemmermann, 16, remembers actually following the harvesters on occasion, going behind them to fill beds of pickup trucks with produce for agencies like Salvation Army. It’s often through her church, First Presbyterian in Columbus, that the teen finds ways to give back to her community. From washing and wrapping buckets destined for Haiti with Operation Ukraine, to serving meals at Loaves & Fishes soup kitchen, she has kept busy. “When you see you’re really helping people, there’s just an appreciation. And then you realize you’ve had a good time doing it,” she said. The actions of some too often give teenagers a bad rap when it comes to caring about community, she concedes. “I’d definitely say teens do care,” she stated, “but I do think it’s hard for some, because if they haven’t grown up doing volunteer work and they don’t know the satisfaction you get, I don’t think it kind of clicks with them.” That’s where city, school and church instigated programs for young people can make a difference. One of those is the Mayor’s Youth Council, which Lemmermann serves on. That group helped serve food and supervise the children’s play area during Columbus Mayor Robert Smith’s Unity Picnic in April. “The Council is really a community-building group, because you get to meet people from all over the area, and you become friends,” she said. Most recently, Lemmermann has become a volunteer at R.I.D.E.S., the therapeutic riding center in Caledonia. There, she’ll work primarily with children trying to improve their motor skills with the aid of horseback riding. “When I grow up, I want to find some way to always be helping others,” she stated. As a new school year begins, Lemmermann plans to continue volunteering where she feels needed most. She’ll carry with her a fundamental lesson from the Hugh O’Brien Leadership Conference she attended at Millsaps College in June: “To become a leader, you first must be able to serve and follow others.” A good lesson, at any age. By JAN SWOOPE

Quality Education with a Strong Christian Emphasis

• Pre-K 3 year olds through 12th grade • Daily Bible class and weekly Chapel for all students • Special Elementary classes include: Music, Art, P.E., Library, Technology and now offering foreign languages • College Prep Curriculum fully accredited by SACS, MAIS, ACSI • Complete sports program including: football, basketball, soccer, track, baseball, softball, golf, and cheerleading • All K5-12th grade teachers are certified • All new state of the art computer lab

Immanuel Center for Christian Education Call 662-328-7888

To request an information packet or schedule a tour 6405 Military Road (intersection of Military Road and Highway 12 East)

www.immanuelschool.net

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2011-2012 School Supply Lists LOWNDES COUNTY Caledonia Elementary K-5th Book Bag (No rollers) 3-ring 1” binder w/clear front pocket Paper (K: 7/8” primarywriting tablet/1st: 5/8” primary writing tablet/2nd-5th: wide-ruled loose leaf paper) Pencils (K-1st: 1 pack of regular #2 pencils/2nd-5th: 2 packs of regular #2 pencils) $10.00 Supply Fee Caledonia Middle School Book bag 3-ring 2" Binder for each subject Pencils and Erasers Pens - Blue, Black, or Red Loose Leaf Paper New Hope Elementary Book Bag (No rollers) Nap Mat (Kindergarten only) Primary (over-sized) Pencils: 1 pack, grades K-1st Wide Rule Notebook Paper: 2 packs, grades 1st-5th Regular Number 2 Pencils: 2 Packs, grades 1st-5th $10.00 Classroom Fee West Lowndes Elementary Book Bag (no rollers) Nap Mat: grade K only 2 Rolls of Paper Towel & 2 Boxes of Kleenex Paper & Folders Construction Paper (2 Packs) 2 Primary Writing Tablets: grades K-2nd 3 Packs Wide-Ruled Loose-Leaf Paper: grades 2nd-5th 7 Pocket Folders w/ Prongs: grades 2nd-5th 2 One Subject Spiral Notebooks: grades 1st-3rd 2 2” Binders: grades 4th-5th Dividers: grades 4th-5th 2 Packs of Ticonderoga Laddie Pencils: grade K only 2 Packs of regular #2 Pencils: grade K 3 Packs of regular #2 Pencils: grades 1st-5th $10.00 Supply Fee

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Cook Elementary Fine Arts Magnet * no names on supplies Pre – Kindergarten 3 Boxes of 16 count Crayola crayons 2 Boxes of Classic Color Markers 1 small plastic soap dish with top 1 bottle of Elmer’s Glue 2 packages of glue sticks 1 package of play dough 1 package of Expo Markers 2 boxes of Kleenex tissue 1 box of Ziploc bags (boys-gallon/girls-quart) 1 Kindermat (plastic folding) 1 package of #2 pencils 2 packs of multicolor construction paper 2 tubs of antibacterial wipes 4 rolls of paper towels 1 2” binder 1 backpack Complete set of clean clothes that can stay at school for emergencies

Kindergarten 1 box of Ziploc bags (boys-gallon/girls-quart) 2 packs of Clorox Wipes 2 pump bottles of hand sanitizer 1 box of #2 pencils 1 box of Wet Ones or Baby Wipes 2 boxes of Kleenex 2 boxes of Classic Crayola Color Markers 1 bottle of Elmers Liquid Glue 2 packages of glue sticks Kindermat (thin plastic folding) 1 box of Crayola Watercolor paint 1 pack of Construction Paper – heavy duty 2-16 or 24 count Crayola Crayons 1 Fiskars scissors (blunt) 1 pack of Play Dough 1 pack of Expo Markers – broad tip 2 plastic folders with pockets 1 large nylon pencil pouch (no boxes, please) 1 Clearview 1” 3-ring binder Complete set of clean clothes that can stay at school for emergencies First Grade 3 boxes of #2 pencils (pack of 20) plain yellow 2 large erasers 3 twenty-four (24) count boxes of crayons 1 package of dry-erase markers (4-6 pack) broad tip 1 box of Ziploc bags (boys-gallon/girls-quart) 1 pair of scissors 1 box of antibacterial wipes/Clorox wipes 2 packs of glue sticks (4 per pack) 2 large boxes of Kleenex 2 wide-ruled subject notebooks 1 package of loose leaf paper, wide ruled 1 large vinyl pencil pouch---no boxes please 2 2-pocket PLASTIC folders with fasteners 3 rolls of paper towels Second Grade 1 box of watercolors 2 boxes of # 2 pencils (Papermate Classic) 1 box of Crayola crayons 1 8 oz. bottle of Elmer’s glue 1 Fiskars scissors (blunt) 1 plastic pencil box 3 large boxes of Kleenex 1 package of baby wipes 1 package of Lysol wipes 1 package of colored pencils 1 box of markers 2 Mead composition notebooks 2 rolls of paper towels 1 box of Ziploc bags (boys-gallon/girls-quart) 1 package of white paper plates (boys-large/girls-small) 1 pack of Expo dry erase markers 1 bottle of hand sanitizer (boys) 1 bottle of Lysol spray (girls) Fairview Elementary Kindergarten 1 pair of Fiskars blunt-end scissors 2 packages of #2 pencils 2 boxes of Crayola 24 count crayons

12 glue sticks 2 large erasers 1 box of Crayola markers 2 large boxes of Kleenex 1 kindergarten rest mat (thin) 1 school supply box (5”X8”) 1 backpack 1 towel for nap 1 box Ziploc bags (boys-gallon/girls quart) 1 box of Wet Ones or baby wipes First Grade 1 backpack 2 boxes of Kleenex 4 packs of ten #2 pencils 12 glue sticks 2 boxes of 24 count crayons 1 pair of Fiskars blunt-end scissors 3 spiral notebooks w/120+ sheets 1 pack of wide-ruled loose leaf paper 4 pink pearl erasers 4 pack dry erase markers 1 box Ziploc bags (boys-gallon/girls-quart) Second Grade 1 backpack 2 dozen #2 lead pencils 4 glue sticks 1 pair of Fiskars blunt-end scissors 2 composition notebooks 1 package of markers 3 large boxes of Kleenex 2 boxes of 24 crayons 1 highlighter 2 packages of wide-ruled loose-leaf paper 2 folders w/pockets 1 package of pencil erasers 1 plastic pencil box 1 roll of paper towels 2 bottle of sanitizer 1 package of dry erase markers Third Grade 3 large boxes of Kleenex 4 packages of #2 pencils 2 packages of wide-ruled loose-leaf paper 4 folders with brackets (for paper) 1 box of crayons 1 pair of Fiskars blunt-end scissors 1 pkg. highlighters 1 pencil bag 1 bottle of hand sanitizer 1 black and white marble composition journal 1 package of dry erase markers Fourth & Fifth Grade 3 large boxes of Kleenex 4 folders with pockets and brads 2 bottles of hand sanitizer 2 glue sticks 4 packages of #2 pencils 1 box of 24 count crayons 4 packages of wide-ruled loose-leaf notebook paper 1 box of 8 classic markers

DON’T FORGET THE ESSENTIALS! The first day of school is just around the corner and local boutiques are brimming with new Fall fashions for your back to school wardrobe. A special thanks to Madison Evans (8, Hamilton Elementary), Gavin Fields (10, Franklin Academy Medical Sciences & Wellness Magnet) and Reed’s stylist, Tanya Noggle!

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1 pair of blunt-end scissors 1 backpack 2 yellow highlighters 1 package of pencil erasers 1 black & white composition journal (no wire) 1 3-ring binder 6 subject dividers 2 packages of 6 Expo Dry erase markers Franklin Academy Medical Sciences & Wellness Magnet Kindergarten 1 Rest Mat 2 Boxes of crayons (8) & (16) count 8 Glue Sticks 1 Pair of Fiskars blunt tip scissors 4 Boxes of Kleenex Tissue (large) 2 Packages of wet wipes 1 Pack of Clorox disinfecting wipes 3 Boxes of Ziploc Bags (gal./qt. or snack size) 4 Hand sanitizers 2 Packs of 24 count #2 pencils 1 Pack of construction paper 1 Pack of Expo Markers 2 Heavy Duty Folders with prongs 1 Composition Wide Ruled Notebook 1 Navy or White jacket/sweater for classroom *No rolling bookbags *$15 Workbook fee First Grade 2 Packs of 24 count #2 pencils 2 Boxes of crayons 16 count 4 Glue sticks 2 Solid 3 prong folder with pockets 2 Boxes of Kleenex tissue 1 Fiskars blunt-tip scissors 2 Pack of wide ruled paper 1 Box of Clorox wipes 1 Box of Ziploc bags 1 Pack of large pink erasers 1 Bottle of hand sanitizer 1 Steno pad 1 Box of baby wipes 1 Pack of Expo Markers 1 Navy or White jacket/sweater for classroom *No rolling bookbags *$15 Workbook fee

On Madison: Blouse by Erge $40, !it Jeans (Slim Cut) $51, Toms Classics (Pink Sparkle) $38, Life Is Good Lunch Box $15, Kavu Mini Keeper Purse (Pink) $20—All from Reed’s of Columbus. Hair Feather available at Salon 417 in Columbus. On Gavin: E-Land American Classic Sweater Vest $38, E-Land American Classic Knit Shirt $22, Polo Jeans (Traditional Fit) $45, Sperry Top-Sider $50, North Face Surge Backpack $119—All from Reed’s of Columbus.

Second Grade 2 Box of Kleenex tissue 1 4-Pack of Glue Sticks 2 Boxes of crayons (16 count) 1 Pair of scissors 2 Pack of wide ruled notebook paper 2 Packs of 24 count #2 pencils 2 Heavy duty plastic pocket folders w/brads 1 Pack of Expo dry erase markers 1 Bottle of hand sanitizer 1 1/2” 3-ring binder 2 Packs of pencil top erasers 1 Boxes of Clorox disinfecting wipes 1 Box of Ziploc bags (quart or sandwich size) 1 Navy or White jacket/sweater for classroom *No rolling bookbags

*$15 Workbook fee Third Grade 2 Packs of 24 count #2 pencils 4 Packs wide ruled notebook paper 1 4-Pack of glue sticks 1 Pair of scissors 2 Packs of crayons 2 Boxes of tissue 2 Packs dry erase markers 1 Bottle of hand sanitizer 1 pack of Clorox Wipes Girls - 1 roll of paper towels Boys - 1 quart size zip lock bags 2 3-subject notebooks 2 Packs of pencil top erasers 1 Navy or White jacket/sweater for classroom *No rolling bookbags *$15 Workbook fee Fourth Grade 4 Packs of 24 count #2 pencils 2 Boxes of 24 count crayons 1 Fiskars sharp tip scissors 2 Package of pencil top erasers 2 Boxes of Kleenex tissue 2 4-Pack of Expo dry erase markers 2 Bottle of hand sanitizer 1 School box or pencil pouch 1 Pack of wet wipes 6 Packs wide ruled notebook paper 1 pack of colored pencils 1 handheld pencil sharpener 1 pack of 5 subject dividers 2 Roll of paper towels (Girls) 1 Can of Lysol (Boys) 1 Two inch notebook 1 Navy or White jacket/sweater for classroom * No rolling bookbags *$15 Workbook fee Fifth Grade 3 boxes of Kleenex tissues 1 4 pack of glue sticks 2 boxes of 16 count crayons 1 pair of fiskar blunt tip scissors 3 packs of 24 count #2 pencils 2 bottles of hand sanitizer 1 pack of clorox disinfecting wipes 2 packs of expo markers 2 pack of pencil top erasers 4 packs wide ruled paper 1 1.5” 3-ring binder 1 box quart (boys only) 1 box of gallon ziplock bags (girls only) 6 subject dividers 1 pencil pouch 1 Navy or White jacket/sweater for classroom *No rolling bookbags *$15 Workbook fee Sale Elementary Interntational Studies Magnet Pre-Kindergarten 2 boxes of 8 large Crayola crayons (Not Jumbo) 4 glue sticks

1 pair Fiskars scissors with blunt tip 2 large boxes of Kleenex 1 box baby wipes 1 box Clorox/Lysol wipes 2 bottles of hand sanitizer 1 rest mat 1 king-size pillowcase to cover rest mat 1 towel or SMALL blanket for rest time 1 backpack (no wheels) Kindergarten 1 pair of Fiskars for Kids scissors 2 box of 24 count Crayola crayons 1 pack of Elmer’s glue sticks 1 box of Kleenex tissue 1 Kindermat (rest mat, not extra thick) 1 box baby wipes 2 12 oz. bottles of hand sanitizer (pump or refill) 1 backpack (no wheels) First Grade 2 plastic folders with pockets (no brads) 1 pair of Fiskars scissors 4 boxes of Kleenex tissue 2 boxes of 8 count Crayola crayons 2 packages of #2 pencils (24 count) 2 4 oz. bottles of Elmer’s glue 4 large Sanford erasers (white) 1 composition notebook (black & white) 1 small plastic school supply box 4 dry erase Expo markers (4 black,) 1 box sandwich Ziploc bags 2 12 oz. bottles of hand sanitizer 1 roll of paper towels 2 boxes of 10 Crayola washable markers 1 backpack (no wheels) Second Grade 2 boxes of 24 count Crayola crayons 1 pack of loose-leaf paper (200 count/wide rule) 3 boxes of Kleenex tissue 2 rolls of paper towels 1 package of 6 Expo dry erase markers 2 12 oz. bottles of hand sanitizer 1 pair of Fiskars scissors 2 packages of #2 pencils (24 count) 1 package of red pens 2 4 oz. bottles Elmer’s glue 1 small plastic pencil box 1 1" binder (notebook) 2 1 subject spiral notebooks (wide-rule) 1 backpack (no wheels) Third Grade 3 composition notebooks (not spiral) 2 packs of loose-leaf paper (200 count/wide rule) 2 packages of #2 pencils (24 count) 1 box of 24 count Crayola crayons 2 boxes of Kleenex tissue 2 4 oz. bottles Elmer’s glue 2 boxes of 10 Crayola markers 1 plastic school supply box 3 plastic folders with pockets (no brads) 2 12 oz. bottles of hand sanitizer 2 packages of 6 Expo dry erase markers 1 box red pens

10 SUNDAY, JULY 17, 2011 | cdispatch.com 1 package of #2 pencils 1 pack of multicolor construction paper 2 tubs of antibacterial wipes 4 rolls of paper towels or napkins 3 glue sticks 2 boxes of Crayola markers 1 bottle of hand sanitizer 1 6 pack of dry erase markers 1 bottle of liquid soap 1 change of clothes (uniform)

2 boxes cap erasers 1 pair of Fiskars scissors 1 box of sandwich Ziploc bags 1 backpack (no wheels)

Fourth Grade 2 boxes of Kleenex tissue 3 packs of loose-leaf paper (200 count/wide rule) 2 packs of #2 pencils (24 count) 1 yellow highlighter 1 package of 6 Expo dry erase markers 2 12 oz. bottles of hand sanitizer 2 3 prong plastic folders w/pockets 1 1.5" 3-ring binder 6 subject dividers 1 small pencil sharpener 1 composition notebook (black & white) 1 box of 24 count Crayola crayons 1 pack of lined/white index cards 1 pair of Fiskars scissors 1 4 oz. bottle Elmer’s glue 1 roll of paper towels 1 box sandwich Ziploc bags 1 backpack (without wheels)

Fifth Grade 3 box of Kleenex tissue 2 12 oz. bottles of hand sanitizer 2 packs of #2 pencils (24 count) 1 package of assorted construction paper 6 subject dividers with pockets 4 packs of loose-leaf paper (200 count/wide rule) 1 box of 24 count Crayola crayons 1 pair of Fiskars scissors 1 1.5" 3-ring binder 1 pack of lined/white index cards 1 pencil pouch 2 Elmer’s glue sticks 1 package of colored pencils 1 package of 6 Expo dry erase markers 1 box of gallon Ziploc bags 1 box of quart Ziploc bags 1 handheld pencil sharpener 1 backpack (no wheels) * Please label all supplies with your child’s name. * $15.00 Elementary Workbook Fee *All students need 1 backpack style book bag without wheels Stokes-Beard Technology & Communication Magnet PreKindergarten 4 boxes of 16 count Crayola crayons 1 small plastic school supply box 2 boxes of Kleenex tissue 1 box of gallon Zip Lock bags 1 box of quart Zip Lock bags 1 Kindermat

Kindergarten 1 pair of Fiskars scissors 2 boxes of 24 count Crayola crayons 1 package of Crayola washable markers 8 Elmer’s glue sticks 2 vinyl/plastic folders with pockets & brads 4 boxes of Kleenex tissue 1 box of gallon Zip Lock bags (zipper closure) 1 box of quart Zip Lock bags (zipper closure) 1 Kindermat 2 packages of #2 pencils 2 1” ruling writing tablet 1 Primary Journal 4 jumbo erasers 3 tubs of Clorox antibacterial wipes 2 bottles of hand sanitizer 1 clipboard 2 packs of Post-It Notes 1 package of 6 Expo dry erase markers First Grade 1 pack of Post-It Notes 6 plastic folders with pockets (6 different colors) 1 pair of Fiskars scissors 3 boxes of Kleenex tissue 1 box of 24 count Crayola crayons 3 packages of #2 pencils 1 large bottle of Elmer’s glue 1 package of loose-leaf paper (wide rule) 3 spiral notebooks (70 sheets) 6 jumbo erasers 1 small plastic school supply box 2 packages of 6 Expo dry erase markers 1 package of multicolor construction paper 2 bottles of hand sanitizer 2 tubs of antibacterial wipes 1 clipboard Second Grade 1 box of 24 count Crayola crayons 2 packages of loose-leaf paper (wide rule) 4 boxes of Kleenex tissue 1 package of 6 Expo dry erase markers 1 pair of Fiskars scissors 2 tubs of baby wipes

FIRST BACKPACK? Your child’s first backpack and lunch box are keepsakes. Try one with a personal touch like the ones from Stephen Joseph available for monogramming at Polka Tots — 123 W. Main Street in Starkville!

3 packages of #2 pencils (24 count) 3 folders with pockets and brads 2 packs of Post-It Notes 4 Elmer’s glue sticks and 1—large bottle of glue 1 box of washable markers 1 box of gallon Zip Lock bags 1 box of quart Zip Lock bags 1 small plastic pencil box 2 5/8” primary tablet 1 clipboard 1 package of 3 1/2” X 5” lined note cards 2 8 oz. bottles of Germ-X

1 handheld pencil sharpener *All students need a backpack *Please label all supplies with your child’s name *$15.00 Elementary Workbook Fee Columbus Middle School REMEMBER! Registration Dates: July 27, 7:30 a.m.-5:30 p.m. and July 28, 7:00 a.m.-3:00 p.m. in Rotunda of CMS. All parents will have to show proof of residency, pay student fees and pick up their child's schedule for 2011-2012. The school will be open for students and parents to walk around and tour.

STARKVILLE Third Grade 4 packages of loose-leaf paper 4 packages of #2 pencils 1 box of 24 count Crayola crayons 4 boxes of Kleenex tissue 2 Elmer’s glue sticks 1 tub of baby wipes 1 large pencil case 4 plastic folders with pockets and brads 1 handheld pencil sharpener with container 1 package of index cards 2 bottles of Germ-X 2 packages of Post-It Notes 1 clipboard 1 pair of blunt tip scissors Fourth Grade 3 boxes of Kleenex tissue 3 packages of loose-leaf paper 4 packages (24 count) of #2 pencils 1 package of 6 Expo dry erase markers 2 bottles of hand sanitizer 2 tubs of antibacterial wipes 1 1.5” binder 1 package of lined 3 1/2” x 5” index cards 1 package of colored pencils 1 package of multicolor construction paper 2 packages of Post-It Notes 1 clipboard Fifth Grade 2 boxes of Kleenex tissue 1 bottle of hand sanitizer 2 packages of #2 pencils 1 1 1/2” 3-ring binder 6 subject dividers 3 packages of loose-leaf paper 1 pencil case/pouch 2 glue sticks 1 package of colored pencils 2 packages of 6 Expo dry erase markers 1 box of gallon Zip Lock bags 1 box of quart Zip Lock bags

Sudduth Elementary Kindergarten 2 Boxes of facial tissue 2 Boxes of 24 ct crayons 2 Bottles of school glue (8 oz.) 2 Rolls of paper towels 1 1” 3-Ring Binder 1 Box of color markers (8 basic colors) 1 Tri-fold kinder mat (plastic) 1 Book bag/backpack (must hold 8”x11” notebook, no wheels) 2 Bottles of hand sanitizer 1 Pkg. # 2 pencils (1 doz.per pkg.) First Grade 2 Bar erasers 1 Pkg. #2 pencils (1 doz. per pkg.) 2 Tablets (8 broken lines/white paper) 2 Spiral notebooks (70 pgs. Wide rule) 2 Bottles of school glue (8 oz.) 1 Box 24 ct crayons 1 Box of color markers 1 Pair safety scissors 2- Boxes of facial tissue 1- Small school box 2- Rolls of paper towels 2- Bottles of hand sanitizer Second Grade 2 Pkg. #2 pencils (1 doz. per pkg.) 1 Pair safety scissors 1 Box 24 ct crayons 2 Bottles glue (8 oz.) 2 Boxes facial tissue 2 2nd grade manuscript tablets (available at school store) 2 Erasers 1 Small school box 2 Rolls of paper towel 2 Bottles of hand sanitizer 1 Pkg. wide ruled loose leaf paper 2 Spiral bound notebooks 2 Folders with pockets and fasteners (1 plastic)

Preschool Directory Annunciation Catholic School

First Baptist Church

Pre-Kindergarten 4 year old program Academic Curriculum Full or half day options Space is limited Contact: Terri Heath 662-328-4479 annunciationcatholicschool.org

Infants to 4 year old Mother’s Day Out Contact: Bonnie Foreman 662-245-1212

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Fourth Grade 1 Bottle of hand sanitizer 3 Wide-ruled loose leaf paper 1 3-ring notebook (No Trapper Keeper) 2 Pkg. #2 pencils 1 Bottle school glue 1 Box facial tissue 1 Box of crayons 1 Backpack (no wheels) 6 Pocket folders with fasteners 1 Roll paper towels 1 Box of quart or gallon storage bags 1 Pair of scissors 1 Pocket folder with holes 1 Yellow highlighter 10 Plastic sheet protectors 1 Bar eraser 1 Pkg. colored markers (basic colors) 3 Composition books Henderson Elementary Fifth Grade 2 Bottles of hand sanitizer 4 Pkg. loose leaf paper (wide-ruled) 2 Pkg. of #2 pencils 2 Glue sticks 2 Boxes facial tissue 1 Box 24 ct crayons 1 Pack of subject dividers 2 1.5” Binder (clear view) 1 Pair of scissors 2 Pencil pouch (fits in binder) 1 Pencil sharpener (hand-held) 2 Bar eraser 1 Pkg. assorted construction paper 1 Box of storage bags quart or gallon size

2 Rolls of paper towels Armstrong Middle School Sixth Grade 1 2” or 3” 3-ring Binder (preferably zippered) Pencils 2 Rolls of paper towels 3 Boxes of facial tissue 4 set of 5-subject dividers Notebook Paper (loose leaf wide rule) 1 Pkg. graphing paper 1 Pkg. of assorted construction paper Colored pencils or markers Pens (black or blue ink) Dictionary (needed at home) 2 Bottles of hand sanitizer 1 Ruler with metric & standard measurement 1 Combination lock (Master) (Note: Spiral Notebooks are not allowed at AMS) Combination lock (Master) Seventh Grade Notebook paper (wide-ruled) Pens (blue or black) #2 Pencils 4- Sets of 5-subject dividers 1- Pkg. colored pencils or markers 3- Boxes facial tissue Combination lock (Master) 1- Pkg. assorted construction paper 1- 1?” 3-ring binder 1- 2” or 3” 3-ring binder (preferably zippered) 1- Roll of paper towel 1- Pkg. graphing paper Calculator (Note: Spiral notebooks are not allowed at AMS) Dictionary (needed at home) Eigth Grade Notebook paper (wide-ruled) Pens (blue or black) Pencils 4 Sets of 5- subject dividers 1 Pkg. colored pencils or markers Calculator 3 Boxes facial tissue 1 pkg. assorted construction paper 1 1.5” 3-ring binder 1 2” or 3” 3-ring binder (preferably zippered) 1 Roll of paper towel 1 Pkg. graphing paper Combination lock (Master) Dictionary (needed at home) *Spiral notebooks are not allowed at AMS

Heritage Academy

Main Street Presbyterian Church

Junior Kindergarten 4 year old program Academic Curriculum Full or half day options Space is limited Contact: Beth Lucas 662-327-1556/662-386-3392

Pre-Kindergarten 2 to 4 year old Half day/Extended Day on Wednesdays Small Class Size Contact: Cindy Donald 662-328-0240

Heritage Elementary School Junior Kindergarten (for children who are 4 years old by Sept. 1 of the current school year) 1/2 Day or Full Day Option 5 Day Program Only Academic Curriculum Language Arts, Math & Technology in a Developmentally Appropriate Setting School Uniforms Field Trips After-Hours Available until 5:30 p.m. daily for full day students Opportunities for on-site private pay Gymnastics, Dance and Music Lessons For more information, contact: Beth Lucas, Director of Admissions

662-327-1556 If no answer, call 662-386-3392 Summer Hours: Monday-Thursday, 9:00-12:00 and by appointment. t

Heritage Academy does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, ethnic origin or sex. Qualified applicants of all races and creeds are welcome.

The English School of Dance 882 North Lehmberg Lehm Road • Columbus, MS

Celebrating 50 Years in Columbus Ballet • Tap • Jazz • Pointe Tumbling • Hip Hop • Competition Team Lunch Hour Power Yoga 18 Months & Up • Adult Classes Upcoming Website: englishschoolofdance.com

English School of Dance...Past, Present, Future For information on fall registration call 662-329-3712 E-Mail: englishdance@cableone.net Deborah L. Guist, Owner/Director • Family Owned and Operated Since 1962 Artistic Director - Lyndsey Lamas Miller • Associate Instructor - Kristen Colvin Buntyn

Ward-Stewart Elementary Third Grade 2 Pkg. #2 pencils (1 doz. per pkg.) 2 Boxes of facial tissue 1 Pencil box 1 24 count box of crayons 2 Rolls of paper towels 1 3-Ring binder 1 Pair of safety scissors 2 Pkg. loose leaf notebook paper wide ruled 2 Highlighters 1 Bottle of hand sanitizer 1 Box washable markers (basic colors) 1 School glue 1 Bar or cap eraser 1 Back pack (no wheels) 1 Box of quart or gallon size storage bags 6 1 subject notebooks (wide rule) 6 Folders with fasteners (assorted colors)

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Preparing Your Pocketbook for College It’s never too soon to begin thinking about your child’s college education, but with a little planning, you can alleviate a lot of the financial stress. Cindy Wiygul, guidance counselor at Columbus High School, said she sees a lot of parents come into her office with worries about everything from how to improve their child’s ACT scores to how to scale the financial hurdles of higher education. Making an appointment with your child’s guidance counselor is the first step to ensuring success, she said, and it’s never too soon to begin. In fact, she encourages parents to meet with her as early as their child’s freshman year. “You need to start earlier than senior year, that’s for sure,” Wiygul said. “You need to start in the ninth grade to find out what you need to be doing.” In addition to providing informational pamphlets and advice about college, Wiygul said she can also provide parents with a timeline to follow, letting them know exactly when their child needs to begin doing things like taking the ACT and applying for scholarships, some of which require specific high school activities and classroom prerequisites. “Come in with questions,” she encouraged. As for funding, there’s a plethora of options, from fed-

eral grants to state savings programs. Here are a few ways to take the financial bite out of higher education: • Apply for grants. During your child’s senior year, fill out the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA). This form, available at your local high school guidance counselor’s office, and also online at www.fafsa.ed.gov, will use your previous year’s income to determine your child’s eligibility for federal financial aid, such as Pell Grants. • Aggressively seek scholarships. Many scholarships are available for academic and athletic achievement, but don’t overlook niche scholarships. Wiygul recommends visiting www.scholarships.com, which offers finely-tuned search options based on grade level, major, state, scholarship type, etc. The site, which boasts 2.7 million local, state, and national scholarships and grants, also provides financial aid tips, student loan information, and other help.

• Enroll in a prepaid tuition plan or any type of savings plan. Wiygul, a mother of twins, had high praise for Mississippi’s MPACT program, a guaranteed, state pre-paid tuition plan which locks in college tuition rates on the day you open an account. Wiygul said she opened MPACT accounts for her sons when they were two years old. The boys, now 20, are juniors at the University of Southern Mississippi and Auburn University. She estimates that the MPACT program has saved her more than $5,000 per year. “MPACT puts the money in right before the semester starts,” Wiygul said. “I don’t have to call and remind anyone. I don’t have to do anything.” Many banks also offer savings plans, and Wiygul said anything parents can do now to begin saving for college will ease stress further down the road. For more information about MPACT and other pre-paid tuition options, visit www.collegesavingsmississippi.com. By CARMEN K. SISSON

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Athletes thrive on pushing limits. But what happens when you’ve gone too far? Don’t let pain or injury compromise your competitive edge. Call us. Make an appointment today, and get back to doing what you love. 662-328-1012 Joint reconstruction • Hand Surgery • Arthroscopic Surgery Sports Medicine Foot & Ankle Surgery

COLUMBUS ORTHOPAEDIC CLINIC 670 Leigh Drive • Columbus • 39705 • 662-328-1012

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Main Street Christian School Successful Preschool Program Since 1969

Prepare Your Preschooler

AUGUST 29TH!!! Now Accepting Enrollment Applications for 2011-2012 school year

Half day preschool for 2’s, 3’s & 4’s Biblically Based Curriculum Qualified Teachers Small Class Size Extended day offered on Wednesdays

A PRE-SCHOOL EDUCATIONAL MINISTRY of MAIN STREET PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH (PCA) for further information, please call:

Cindy Donald, Director, (662)328-0240

Through dance, we mold children for the future by teaching poise, self-confidence, discipline and stage presence.

Come be a part of our dance family! Registration Tuesday, July 26 Thursday, July 28 6:00-7:30 p.m. Classes begin August 15

Cost is $40 per month for a once a week combination dance class of tap, jazz and ballet. Family rates are available.

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6:00-7:30 p.m.

For more information, please call 662-328-2772 or 662-549-9906 or 662-327-5223.

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Starkville School District 2011-2012

www.starkville.k12.ms.us

Experience Success. Join the Best!

The Starkville School District invites you to join the Yellowjackets for another award winning year! 2011 Best Marching Band, Festival Disney 2011 Golden Achievement Award, GoPlay Initiative 2011 Mississippi Coach of the Year 2011 Music Educator of the Year 2011 Mississippi Teacher of the Year Finalist 2011 Congressional Art Award, Best in Show 2011 Congressional Medal of Honor 2011 Mississippi Theater Conference, First Place 2011 National Merit Finalist 2011 Mississippi Scholastic Press Association, First Place 2011 National History Fair 2011 National Science Fair

OPEN HOUSE AND ORIENTATION DATES SHS SCHEDULE PICK-UP/ORIENTATION Thursday, July 28, Seniors: 10:30am-12:15pm, Juniors: 12:15-2pm Friday, July 29, Sophomores: 10:30am-12:15pm, Freshman: 12:15-2pm Thursday, August 4, SHS Orientation 5:30-7pm

ARMSTRONG MIDDLE SCHOOL SCHEDULE PICK-UP/ORIENTATION Monday-Thursday, August 1-4, 8:00am-3:00pm Parents may bring proof of residency and pick up child’s schedule

Tuesday, August 2, 6th Grade Orientation: 5:30-6:30pm Parents may bring proof of residency and pick up child’s schedule

Wednesday, August 3, 7th & 8th Grade Orientation: 5:30-6:30pm Parents may bring proof of residency and pick up child’s schedule

HENDERSON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL OPEN HOUSE Thursday, August 4, 3:00-6:00pm*

WARD STEWART ELEMENTARY SCHOOL OPEN HOUSE Wednesday, August 3 3rd & 4th Grade: 4:30-6:00pm*

SUDDUTH ELEMENTARY SCHOOL OPEN HOUSE Friday, August 5* 8am-4pm *Parents are invited to stop by to drop off their child’s school supplies, visit their classroom(s) and meet their teacher(s) during open house hours.

First Day of School Monday, August 8

New School Times SUDDUTH Classes Begin:7:40 a.m. Dismissal:2:45 p.m.

HENDERSON WARD STEWART Classes Begin:7:40 a.m. Dismissal:2:55 p.m.

ARMSTRONG Classes Begin:7:40 a.m. Dismissal:3:00 p.m.

STARKVILLE HIGH SCHOOL & MILLSAPS Classes Begin:7:50 a.m. Dismissal: 3:10 p.m.

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