{"id":15589,"date":"2015-04-07T09:45:46","date_gmt":"2015-04-07T13:45:46","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/kennetttimes.com\/?p=15589"},"modified":"2015-04-07T09:51:43","modified_gmt":"2015-04-07T13:51:43","slug":"chesco-put-some-spring-in-your-step-with-good-stuff","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/kennetttimes.com\/?p=15589","title":{"rendered":"Chesco, put some ‘spring’ in your step with Good Stuff!"},"content":{"rendered":"

Businesses, Kids & \u00a0Organizations doing Good Stuff…Who do YOU know below?<\/strong><\/em><\/span><\/p>\n

\"GoodStuff\"<\/a>Got ‘good stuff’ to share?\u00a0 Send it to ki*<\/span>@*********<\/span>es.com<\/span><\/a>, submissions due by the 15th & 30th monthly and are subject to editorial review.<\/p>\n

Keep on Truckin\u2019<\/em>\u2026SPOTTED: Trio Excavating\u2019s<\/strong> latest fleet addition \u2013 a giant aqua dump truck promoting ovarian cancer awareness. Look for owners Charley & Denise Gaebel\u2019s<\/strong> BIG message of \u201cFaith, Hope, Love and Be Strong\u2026You never know who you are inspiring\u2026\u201d (and, be sure to give a wave!) while on your travels across the County\u2026<\/p>\n

Namaste<\/em>\u2026Transcend Yoga<\/strong> \u2013 Chadds Ford, has moved away from charging traditional class fees to a \u201cSacred Offering Box\u201d<\/strong> where clients can donate as much, or as little, as they choose.\u00a0\u00a0The \u00a0goal is to ‘give back’ and making yoga classes accessible to everyone. Transcend says this approach \u201c\u2026helps us all practice mutual non-judgement, trust, and respect, as stated in the 8 limbs of yoga, fostering positive karmic energy for all.\u201d For a list of classes & more information about the Sacred Offering Box visit: transcendwellnessandyoga.com\u2026<\/p>\n

Sensational Scientists<\/em>\u2026Coatesville Area High<\/strong> students bring home high honors at the Chester County Science Fair 9th<\/sup> grade competition<\/strong>. Samantha Noland \u2013 1st<\/sup> place<\/strong> Biochemistry, Janelle Pedroza – 2nd<\/sup> place<\/strong> Environmental Science, and Joshua Hallenbeck \u2013 2nd<\/sup> place<\/strong> Earth Science\u2026.<\/p>\n

Keepin\u2019 it \u2018REEL\u2019<\/em> \u2026National Penn Bank<\/strong> generously gives back to the community with a $8k donation to Oxford Area High\u2019s Project \u2018REEL\u2019 Science initiative\u2026<\/p>\n

Not Without Merit<\/em>\u2026Kennett High<\/strong> proudly announces its National Merit Finalists: PJ O\u2019Sullivan, Nichol Brown, Jonathan Baumel, Katherine Gallivan <\/strong>and Richard Doty.<\/strong> Nichol is heading to Arizona State to major in English and Linguistics, Katherine is heading to Philadelphia University to become a Physician\u2019s Assistant. The boys are each waiting to hear from their top choice schools\u2026<\/p>\n

A Thirst for More<\/em>\u2026Eighth grade students at CF Patton Middle School<\/strong> have raised more than $4,800<\/strong> to build a well for a school in Uganda and a hand washing station and water filtration system for a school in the Dominican Republic. Funds were raised via a \u2018Walk for Water\u2019 5k (the average distance people residing in developing countries have to walk for fresh water) and program partnership with the national H20 for Life<\/strong> charity.<\/p>\n

Leading Ladies\u2026.<\/em>Joan Holliday<\/strong> named the Southern Chester County Chamber of Commerce\u2019s 2014 Outstanding Citizen of the Year<\/strong> for her more than 23 years of community service\u2026.Chester County Chamber of Business & Industry <\/strong>names Holly Graver <\/strong>as its Female Business Leader of the Year.<\/strong> Holly serves as Fulton Bank\u2019s Sr. Vice President of Business Development \u2013 Brandywine Division.<\/p>\n

Warriors Feed the World<\/em>\u202680 Henderson High students<\/strong> recently packaged 11,034 meals<\/strong> for the hunger relief organization Stop Hunger Now<\/strong>. HH’s World Language Honor Society<\/strong> students fundraised for approximately two months, exceeding their goal of $2,900, to purchase the necessary ingredients. Students worked together in an assembly line to place the ingredients in meal bags, add the bags to boxes, and load the boxes onto a truck. Stop Hunger Now will distribute the meals, which will feed up to 65,000 people<\/strong>, children and their families in countries all over the world\u2026<\/p>\n

Be Driven<\/em>\u2026Erin Fay<\/strong> has been asked to be the keynote speaker at this week\u2019s at the Kennett Y\u2019s Annual Dinner<\/strong>. Erin has a very inspiring journey to share\u2026. We congratulate Erin on her personal and professional accomplishments; and also give the Y\u2019s Good Kids Campaign<\/strong> three cheers for the opportunities it provides to the youth and families of Chester County\u2026<\/p>\n

60 Years Young!<\/em> Kings Highway Elementary School<\/strong> students and staff celebrate 60 years of educating great kids\u2026Students watched a movie from 1955 that showed children entering a brand new school. During the celebration, teachers had students compare the old and the new buses, clothing, hairstyles, and much more…Word is<\/em>, current teachers Julie Regenski, Eileen Leypoldt, <\/strong>and Patti Smith<\/strong> are also alumnae; carrying on the gift of great education\u2026<\/p>\n

Friends of a Feather Flock to Fundraising Together…Elk Ridge Elementary School\u2019s<\/strong><\/em> first grade held a fruit & veggie sale to raise funds to \u2018adopt\u2019 the Philadelphia Zoo\u2019s Bald Eagles. The adoption is in honor of all those who have served in the US Armed Forces, past and present \u2026<\/p>\n

Luck O\u2019 the Irish<\/em>\u2026Bishop Shanahan High<\/strong> defeats Lansdale Catholic 2:1 taking home the 1st<\/sup> girls\u2019 ice hockey title<\/strong>\u2026quite the sweet\u00a0‘icing’ on the cake ladies!<\/p>\n

What \u2018Wood\u2019 You Do?…<\/em>Unionville High\u2019s Library<\/strong> just received a new 3-tiered book custom display table made by Mr. Linkmeyer’s Woodworking <\/strong>and Construction<\/strong> classes. Mrs. Mustin, UHS Librarian, received a grant from the PTO to purchase the materials needed…handy-dandy indeed!<\/p>\n

\u2018Unmasked\u2019 Goodness…<\/em>Oxford Area High\u2019s National Honor Society<\/strong> (NHS) recently hosted a Masquerade Ball to benefit the Leukemia & Lymphoma Society. The dance featured food and beverages donated by several area businesses, as well as a DJ and a \u201cselfie booth\u201d\u2026the Ball raised and impressive $1,000…<\/strong>AND OAHS’ Rotary Seniors of the Month<\/strong> are: Jennifer Coleman and Joshua Stillman<\/strong>…<\/p>\n

Top Teachers<\/em>…15 finalists have been announced for Citadel Bank’s Heart of Learning Award;<\/strong> a prestigious, annual\u00a0tradition that highlights teaching excellence across Chester County.\u00a0 To view the full\u00a0list of nominees and the finalists visit: https:\/\/www.citadelbanking.com\/citadel-announces-15-finalists-for-the-citadel-heart-of-learning-award…<\/p>\n

‘Cradling’ Success<\/em>…Kennett Community Wrestling Club<\/strong> has its best season yet, taking 3rd out of 46 teams in the Inter-County Wrestling League.\u00a0 Eight KCWC wrestlers qualified for the PA State Tournament: Caden Rutt, Blake Boyer, Dean Houser, Spencer Barnhart,<\/strong> Trent Kochersperger, Tyler Mousaw, Nick Barnhart<\/strong> and\u00a0Nicholas Florschutz<\/strong><\/p>\n

FOR YOUR ‘RADAR’\u2026<\/em><\/p>\n

Tail Waggin\u2019 FUN!<\/em>\u2026Chester County SPCA\u2019s Annual Walk for Paws<\/strong> fundraiser: Sunday, April 26, 8 AM- 1 PM Hibernia Park. Park Road, Coatesville, PA. For more details, to register or donate visit www.ccspca.org<\/p>\n

Sunny Day, Sweepin\u2019 the Clouds Away\u2026<\/em>Sesame Place is hosting Autism Awareness Day<\/strong> – Sunday, April 26th<\/sup><\/strong>. Open exclusively for autism advocacy groups Autism Speaks and Variety Club as part of Autism Awareness Month, Sesame Place will offer individuals diagnosed with autism and their families a fun-filled day at the park. Park officials are making special accommodations for guests with autism including designated quiet areas, low sensory shows and volume adjustments throughout the park. Tickets are available on a first come, first serve basis; for details visit:https:\/\/www.autismspeaks.org\/events\/autism-day-sesame-place-0<\/p>\n

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