By Monty Siekerman
After nearly 20 years, Christy Beaschler (left) will be leaving the Ada school system as district treasurer when Kim Light becomes treasurer.
The change will occur probably in late May after Kim completes course work for her treasurer's license.
The school budget amounts to $11 million annually. Christy noted that the district saved $1.3 million in 2012 when it refinanced the loan for the new building. Christy will become an assistant professor of accounting at ONU. Kim has been assistant senior manager at Ada Technologies for 18 years.
Who needs to wait until spring to mow? Paul Lawrence was spotted by a photographer mowing on Wednesday morning, Dec. 9. Better to mow than shovel snow...and the recent string of warm weather days will help the heat bills, too. (Monty Siekerman photo)
Ada students experienced outstanding scores in the Ohio Department of Education’s 2015 spring tests, according to figures released in November by the ODE.
Dr. Suzanne Darmer, Ada superintendent, told The Icon: "Overall, our students performed well on the 2014-2015 state tests.
“Recognizing that these results are preliminary, our teachers continue to align their instruction to Ohio's Learning Standards in preparation for the 2015-2016 state tests.
“Most importantly, our teachers put their hearts into their teaching and understand that student success is based on much more than a test score. We strive for a well-rounded educational program.”
Ada HS grad Christopher Beaschler, University of Dayton senior linebacker, and Butler senior quarterback Matt Shiltz were named the Pioneer Football League Co-Scholar Athletes of the Year, Wednesday.
The two also were among 52 PFL student-athletes selected to the 23rd annual Academic All-PFL Teams, as selected by the league’s sports information directors.
It is the second year the PFL has recognized its top student-athletes, both on the field and in the classroom, with the Scholar-Athlete of the Year award. It also is the second year there were two honorees due to a tie in the voting.
By Max Gauthier
Ada Public Library AmeriCorps volunteer
Imagine a world where you can pick an object and then watch it form before your very eyes.
What if I told you this technology has been around for years and is growing more popular everyday? All it takes is a 3D printer and a 3D model of your desired object (which can be obtained via the internet or can be made yourself using 3D modelling software) and you are on your way.
The show must go on...even with a broken arm. The Ada HS Varsity Singers performed for the local senior citizen following a luncheon. Candyland is the theme of this year's show. Here, singer/dancer Ace Gamble holds a giant Tootsie Roll used in the program. (Monty Siekerman photo)
