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» Congratulations to Luke Bryant of Meek High School for being one of two students selected on the Cullman Electric Youth Tour to attend an all expenses paid trip to Washington, D.C. this summer.
» Technical Center winners at the Bevill State Torch Competition (Sumiton):
Nick Bryant LHS 1st Place Electronics, Mark Fisher AHS 2nd Place Electronics, Nick Alich MHS 3rd Place Electronics, Adam Denson AHS 1st Place Residential Wiring, Josh Crawford AHS 2nd Place Residential Wiring, Clay Johnson MHS 3rd Place Residential Wiring, Devin Rivers MHS 2nd Place Diesel Technology, Ryan Prescott LHS 3rd Place Diesel Technology
» Congratulations to the 2006 Double Springs Middle School Math Team for the third place win at the Northwest Alabama District of Mathcounts competition held February 25th at UNA. Team members include: Nick Bell, Jordan Courington, Leah Mayhall, Jessica Bloom, Robert Bryant, Harris McKinney, Megan Posey, and Lucas Posey.
» Congratulations to the Lynn High School Weightlifting team for their 1A State Championship. The team also placed 2nd in the State 1A - 4A division.
» Friday, January 27th the DECA Chapter carried 47 students to Drake Technical College in Huntsville to compete in the Regional Competitions. There are 29 winners who will advance to the State competition in Birmingham March 17 & 18.
» Congratulations to Lance Mailloux of Meek High School for being accepted to the University of Alabama at Birmingham Nursing Scholars Program. Ten incoming freshman are accepted to this prestigious program each year and are guaranteed acceptance to the UAB School of Nursing. Lance has also been awarded a four year Green and Gold scholarship to UAB worth $14,000.
» Congratulations to Josh Tolbert of Meek High School for being selected as a semi-finalist in the Coca-Cola Scholars Program. Coca-Cola Scholarships are awarded based on character, personal merit and commitment. Merit is demonstrated through leadership in school, civic and extracurricular activities, academic achievement, and motivation to serve and succeed.
» Congratulations to Addison High School Senior Caleb Parker for being selected as the Wendy's High School Heisman State Winner for Alabama.
Nominees are judged equally in three area: academics, community service and athletics. ACT, Inc. reviews all materials and scores the nominees based on the program criteria.
» Congratulations to Lynn High School Seniors Ashley Lawson and Cory Baughn on their ACT high scores. Ashely scored 32 and Cory scored 31.
Also to Lynn High Football's Jr. Dustin Cagle who holds the state of Alabama record for most passing yards in a single game (548).
» According to an October 18, 2005 press release by the Alabama State Department of Education, Meek High School is one of one hundred thirteen schools to be included on the AYP Honor Roll. The schools included on this prestigious list were schools that met or exceeded Adequate Yearly Progress for two years in a row in the state of Alabama.
» Congratulations to Danny Stallings for being elected to the Council for Leaders in Alabama Schools (CLAS) 2005-2006 Board of Directors. Mr. Stallings is serving on the Alabama Association of Secondary School Principals.
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2005-2006 Spotlight on Winston County Schools
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Congratulations to Mr. Bob Wilder, Teacher of the Year at Double Springs Middle School. Presenting his award is Mr. Ben Aderholt, Principal. |
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» Congratulations to Mr. Bart Shannon, Marketing Instructor and DECA Advisor. Mr. Shannon received the DECA Outstanding New Chapter Advisor for 2005-2006 at the DECA State Conference in Birmingham. Mr. Shannon also serves as Chairman for the DECA Administrative Board for the State of Alabama. |
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» The Meek High School Students of the Month for March are Josh Thompson and Chase Cliatt. Presenting plaques to Josh and Chase is Alan Owens of Traders and Farmers Bank in Arley. Meek High School wishes to thank Traders and Farmers Bank for sponsoring this program. |
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» The Meek High School Students of the Month for February are Blayne Sinyard and Tiffany Marchman. Presenting plaques to Blayne and Tiffany is Alan Owens of Traders and Farmers Bank in Arley. Meek High School wishes to thank Traders and Farmers Bank for sponsoring this program. |
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» The WCTC Overall Outstanding Student for the 3rd Nine Weeks is Megan M. of Meek High School. Megan received a $50 savings bond compliments of Traders & Farmers Bank, Double Springs. |
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» The WCTC Overall Outstanding Student for the 2nd quarter is Jamie B., Cosmetology - AHS. Jamiereceived a $50 savings bond, compliments of Traders and Farmers Bank |
» Congratulations to Lance Mailloux of Meek High School for being accepted to the University of Alabama at Birmingham Nursing Scholars Program. Ten incoming freshman are accepted to this prestigious program each year and are guaranteed acceptance to the UAB School of Nursing. Lance has also been awarded a four year Green and Gold scholarship to UAB worth $14,000. Lance was also accepted into the UAB Honor's Program. The UAB scholarships totaled $22,000.
» Congratulations to Cory Baughn, senior at Lynn High School, for receiving a University Scholars Award Scholarship to The University of Alabama at Birmingham. This scholarship covers full tuition and books for four years. Cory has also been offered a scholarship to The University of Alabama.
Update! Cory has been accepted into the UAB HONOR'S PROGRAM. This is in addition to the University Scholar's Award valued at $22,500.00. There were 250 applicants for only 50 openings in the fall of 2006. These are exceptional honors. Cory's parents are Richard and Lisa Baughn of Lynn.
» Congratulations to the Winston County High School chapter of the National Beta Club. The club attended the annual convention in Birmingham on February 2-3, 2006.The scrapbook team (consisting of Kayla Anthony, Haley Batchelor, Tara Breed, Tiffany Cole, Holli Jacobs, Ashley Millwood, Laci Tomlinson, Bethany Wright, and artwork by John Bailey) won first place. Marcus Posey earned first place in oratory, and Megan Forsyth received a first place award for on-site creative writing. In the math competition, Lee Batchelor earned a second place finish, and Sara Benson placed second in the on-site pen & pencil drawing competition. Kayla Anthony also placed third in the on-site scratch art competition. All of these participants received an automatic invitation to compete at the national convention in Greensboro, NC, June 28-July 1, 2006. Also, John Bailey was one of eight finalists in the special talent competition for the third consecutive year.
» Lynn Elementary Teacher Retires at Christmas Mrs. Gwen Nelson celebrated her retirement from Lynn Elementary School with 25 years of service. She was teaching Kindergarten at the time of her retirement. The faculty and staff of Lynn Schools surprised Mrs. Nelson with a party along with a new rocking chair and plenty of springtime gardening supplies to send her into a blissful retirement. Mrs. Nelson taught many students over the years, and her impact was always loving and memorable. Mrs. Nelson is married to Dan, and they have two children, Matt and Mindy.
» Congratulations to Chase C. and Phalicia M. for winning the Parisian Operation Career essay contest! The contest was sponsored by Parisian, Portico magazine, and the Birmingham News. Chase and Phalicia are two of 24 students chosen statewide to participate in the program which involves shadowing a mentor in each student's desired career field. Phalicia will be shadowing the 2004-2005 Alabama Teacher of the Year, Cynda Fickert, and Chase will be shadowing Robert Ingram, a professional pilot. Chase and Phalicia will meet their mentors at a luncheon at the Parisian corporate offices on Wednesday, December 7th. They and their mentors will set a date for their mentoring experience, and the students will write follow-up essays for publication in Portico magazine. Additionally, Chase and Phalicia each won a $1,000 scholarship to the college of their choice. Chase is a senior and Phalicia is a junior at Meek High School. Again, congratulations Chase and Phalicia!
» Congratulations to Terry Youngblood at Meek High School for receiving a $1,000 grant from Channel 42 news! Mr. Youngblood will be able to use the money for classroom supplies.
» Meek High School's Students of the Month for August are Bradly M and Holly A. They received a plaque in honor of their achievement. Shown with Bradly and Holly are Danny Stallings, Meek High School principal, and Alan Owens, vice president of Traders and Farmers Bank at Arley. Traders and Farmers Bank at Arley sponsored the plaques. Congratulations Bradly and Holly!
May 2005 - Parent Involvement Poster Contest winners - Isaac J, 4th grader at Meek Elementary School. 2nd place, Tracy G, 6th grader at Lynn Elementary, and 3rd place, Elijah P, 5th grader at Double Springs Middle.
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2006 Top Seniors:
»Addison High
Amber Meigs, Valedictorian
Ory Hampton, Salutatorian
»Lynn High
Ashley Lawson, Valedictorian
Cory Baughn, Salutatorian
»Meek High
Josh Tolbert, Valedictorian
Lance Mailloux, Salutatorian
»Winston County High
Lee Batchelor, Valedictorian
Kayla Anthony, Salutatorian
» Congratulations to Sr. Ashley Lawson of Lynn High School for receiving a 4 year scholarship to Auburn University value of 29,000.00 for tuition, books and fees.
Ashley also received a University Scholars Award for fall 2006-2007 academic year to UAB. The scholarship is estimated at a value of $18,500.00 plus an additional books and fees award at a value of $4,000.00. Ashley is planning on a career in pharmacy.
Ashley has also received a Presidential Scholarship from The University of Alabama, a full-tuition academic award. This is an exceptional honor.
Ashley is the daughter of Rodney and Connie Lawson of Lynn.
» Congratulations to Chelaine McCarty of Addison High School. Chelaine was named to the All-American Volleyball Team. She was one of only two girls in the state of Alabama to earn this honor.
» Congratulations to Addison High School's Caleb Parker for being named the Bryant-Jordan Scholar Athlete for the state class 1A. This scholarship is based on scholastic achievement, athletic achievement and community service.
Congratulations to the 2006 Torch winners:
» WCHS 1st place winners: Ashley Millwood, Aaron Snoddy, Arica Whaley, John Bailey, Kaylee Bohon. 2nd place winners: Ethan Lolley, Sara Benson. 3rd place winners: Jenni Burleson, Ethan Walker, Melanie Wakefield.
» Tech Center 1st place winners: Bretley Clark, Amanda Baker. 2nd place winner: Candice Aderholt. 3rd place winners: Kevin Emburg, Brooke Hamby
» Ashley Harden, an alumnus of Meek High School and student at UNA recently received her scores on the PRAXIS, a required test for all who wish to enter the field of education. Ashley rated the highest score in Alabama. She graduated in December 2005, ready to put all her knowledge to work for the children of Alabama.
Congratulations, Ashley! We are so proud to claim you as one of our own.
Update - Ashley received the Keller Key for having the highest grade point average of the 421 graduates at UNA's December graduation. The elementary education K-6 major had a 4.0 GPA on a 4.0 scale.
» Meek High School Recognized for Yearbook Excellence:
DALLAS (special) » The Meek High School yearbook staff has been recognized by Taylor Publishing Company with an Honorable Mention Award for their overall dedication, effort and accomplishments. The Meek High School yearbook is featured in the 2005 Yearbook Yearbook. The adviser of the book is Marla Murrah.
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