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Playing in or around water is one of the joys of summer, but this treasured seasonal pastime comes with some serious risks.
SOWELA Recognizes CNA Dual Enrollment Program Graduates
Despite all the challenges this school year has presented, the students of Jeff Davis have faced them head on and persevered, including the 2020-2021 CNA dual enrollment class of 2021. These students have just completed the CNA program at SOWELA Technical Community College where they were dually enrolled as high school seniors and SOWELA college students during the 2020-2021 Academic year. Valerie Gillespie, RN, BSN serves as their instructor. Students represented are from various high schools in the Jeff Davis Parish school district. Submitted photo
Delta Kappa Gamma Awards Local Teacher
Each year, the Jeff Davis Alpha Kappa Chapter of Delta Kappa Gamma Society international gives a $50 stipend to a new teacher in Jeff Davis Parish. This year’s stipend went to Cyrus Vidrine, a math teacher at Jennings High School. Pictured are (from left) Glenella Bowers, Vidrine and Frances Byler. Submitted photo
LHS students complete customer service credential
Twenty-eight Lacassine High School Family and Consumer Science students recently completed an industry-based credential for Customer Service. These students earned the credential through the National Retail Federation (NRF) Foundation. The Customer Service and Sales Certification measures a student’s grasp of excellent customer service. The course develops problem-solving skills that help them meet customer needs, become valuable workplace teammates, and achieve career goals.
Children should grow up in the church
Dear ole mom. She’s been gone a while now. I often wonder about what she is seeing, hearing, or doing — up there. No, I have no doubts of her whereabouts.
HOW TO BE SUCCULENT SAVVY
Cacti and succulents have become the trendy houseplant for urban gardeners and new growers in smaller living spaces looking to add more plants to their homes. These popular plants are an excellent addition to any space.
How to approach travel during an uncertain summer
Vacation season is right around the corner. For the second straight summer, travelers may have to contend with uncertain circumstances as the world continues to confront the challenges posed by the COVID-19 pandemic.
Celebrate a Classic Sandwich
Even though making sandwiches usually does not involve any cooking, that doesn’t mean layering flavors and selecting quality meats and cheeses involves any less intuition and skill. One of the most popular styles of sandwiches goes by many names, and what you call the sandwich may let others know which part of the country you call home.
Keep healthy items on hand for family snacking
Who hasn’t been spending more time at home lately? Many families have perfected the balance of managing a household in which kids may be engaged in virtual learning while Mom and Dad are putting in a full day’s work from the home office. At several points during the day, families need to recharge. Having nutritious snacking choices on hand can tame hunger in a healthy way.
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