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On May 23, Maple Grove Charter School, located within the Athens School District, concluded the 2021-22 school year by celebrating its fourth quarter C.R.I.S.P trait award winners.
Like many schools, Maple Grove Charter School has key character traits its students and staff live and breathe every day. Those five character traits follow the CRISP acronym. C represents craftsmanship. R means respect. The letter I symbolizes integrity. S stands for stewardship and P is for perseverance.
Each grade-level teacher selected the following students for very specific reasons: In Sabrina Riehle’s kindergarten class, Jaxon Stieber was chosen because his craftsmanship has come so far from the beginning of the school year and you can tell he is really proud of himself for that growth. His patience, friendliness, desire to learn and overall growth in his C.R.I.S.P traits has not gone unnoticed, and he is truly ready for first grade.
Also selected was Jael Thunder because she is a very respectful student who has shown amazing growth in her perseverance. She used to ask how to spell words, but now does it independently and as a result is constantly writing. She is extremely inquisitive, shows integrity in all areas of school and is also ready to tackle first grade as well.
From Treva Etten’s first grade class, Mason Severt was chosen because his craftsman- ship in his work can always be counted on. He also knows respect and kindness to all creatures big and small. Mason’s perseverance has also helped him move mountains and make immense growth this year.
In addition to Mason, Cali Schmidt was selected for her strong desire to be pushed academically which results in success. She shows respect to others and to herself as she makes the world around her a better place with her positive attitude and with her sense of humor.
Within Alyssa Narloch’s second grade, Kassidy Beasley was chosen for integrity because she’s always doing the right things. She participates in all classroom areas which has allowed her confidence to shine. Kassidy also shows respect to every single person she encounters by giving them help with what they need or just by giving them a simple smile. Finn Scantlin was also chosen for his perseverance because he’s had to try harder than others at writing and didn’t give up. Through this, he has grown academically and emotionally from the encouragement from his peers and teachers. Finn also shows respect because he always cares about how others feel and enjoys being friends with everyone.
In Jessica Barrick’s third grade, Briana Beaty was selected for being a very reflective student who noticed all by herself that she has really persevered and shown improvement in all of the C.R.I.S.P traits since the beginning of the year. She also noticed she is more inclusive to others who are different than her and now respects and appreciates those unique qualities that everyone has.
Mia Eder was also selected because she has had to persevere in her life more than most of us. She works so hard every single day on her academics as well as on her social skills. Besides having perseverance, Mia is also one of the most respectful students. She always has a smile on her face, always has a positive attitude and is always concerned about everyone’s well-being; she would literally give you anything that you would need to make your life better.
From Brianna Zondlo and Cindy Artus’ fourth grade, Jordan Henrichs was chosen for showing consistent respect and perseverance. He is always looking out for others in the classroom and makes sure they are okay. He always used his manners, held doors open for others and is a true “gentleman.” Jordan works very hard in the classroom on all of his work and projects and never gives up; he just keeps on trying and trying.
Also selected was Wyatt Bergmann for the trait of perseverance. He works very hard in the subjects of math and literacy and isn’t too proud to ask for help when he doesn’t understand something. With his persistence, he was able to overcome his challenges and turn them into successes.
Finally, within Emily Szutkowski’s fifth grade room, Jesse Henrichs was chosen for his growth as a leader. Showing stewardship is one of his greatest strengths as he always was willing to help withk composting and sap collection. He also persevered through some difficult academic tasks that ultimately helped him grow into a well-rounded student.
Also selected was Robert Gilles for his quiet perseverance and craftsmanship. He attempted some new experiences this year that were outside of his comfort zone which really impressed others with his displayed determination. Robert’s kind and gentle soul will be missed at Maple Grove.
To conclude, Madelyn Scantlin was chosen as well for her craftsmanship skills within reading and writing. She is a creative, bold and independent thinker. Her inner motivation and self-discipline have pushed her this year to be suc- cessful for middle school next year.
Lions Club meetings
Athens-area residents are welcome to attend the Athens Lions Club’s monthly meetings, which are held at 7 p.m. on the second Monday of each month, alternating between Balz Inn and Landmark Bar.
Anyone wtih questions can call Athens Lions Club member Steve Sondelski at 715-218-1496. New members and guests are always welcome at the monthly meetings.
Christian music
Rockin’ Redemption will perform free Christian music for the public in the Athens bandstand On the Square on Thursdays, June 30, July 28 and Sept. 15.
People are asked to bring their friends and family, along with lawn chairs to enjoy an evening of positive music and fun.
College notes
Maleah Redmann of Athens made the dean’s list at UW-River Falls for the spring 2022 semester. She is majoring in animal science.
To be named to the dean’s list, a fulltime undergraduate must earn a grade point average of at least 3.5 on a scale of 4.0, or midway between an “A” and “B” average.
Greta Mahler of Athens was named to the dean’s list at Ripon College for the spring 2022 semester.
To qualify for the dean’s list at Ripon College, students must achieve a 3.40 grade point average or higher on a 4.00 scale and complete at least 12 credits of regular letter-graded work.
The following students from Athens were awarded for attaining highk grade point averages at UW-Stevens Point during the spring semester fo the 2021-22 academic year: Alex Bloch, Kailee Davis, Evan Neigum, Caleb Sarasin, Paige Sondelski and Kiera Weiler, honors; Bradley Drexler, Cobie Ellenbecker, Jacklyn Gajewski, Faith Seliger and Allison Wolf, high honors; and James Daul, Sierra Eckardt, Andrew Hartmann, Reanna Stowe and Gabriel Weiks, highest honors.
Full-time undergraduates who earned grade points of 3.90 to 4..0 (4.0 equals straight A’s) are given the highest honors designation. High honor citiations go to those with grade point averages from 3.75 to 3.89 and honor recognition is accorded to those with grade point averages from 3.50 to 3.74.
Personalized certificates of scholastic achievement are sent to those who earned highest honors distinction.
Dinner by the Gazebo
Dinner by the Gazebo this Friday night, June 17, will be hosted by the Trinity Youth.
Serving food will start at 5:30 p.m. and go until the end of the Old Timers Band concert. The food menu consists of Arby’s roast beef, chips, pickle, assorted drinks and pie. If it’s raning on Friday night, then the dinner and concert will be relocated to the Veterans Memorial Shelter in Memorial Park.
Proceeds from the dinner will go to help fund the National Youth Gathering in Texas later this summer.
Any group interested in hosting a Dinner by the Gazebo during Athens Old Timers concerts on Friday nights this summer needs to call Jean at 715-257-7353 and leave a message if she doesn’t answer the phone.
June Book Club
The public is welcome to stop by the Marathon County Public Library’s Athens Branch during the month of June to pick up a copy of the book titled, “The Light Through the Leaves” by author Glendy Vanderah, along with discussion questions.
People with questions on the June Book Club can call the Athens library at 715-257-7292.
Grab & Go kit
During the month of June, adults can pick up a free Grab & Go kit from any of the nine Marathon County Public Library locations.
The kit will contain supplies for making a beach-inspired mermaid barrette.
Kits are free and available while supplies last. People wanting more information can contact the MCPL main headquarters in Wausau at 715-261-7230.
Senior Citizens
The Senior Citizens card group met on June 9 for weekly card playing at the Athens Area Fire and Ambulance Hall.
Three games of Sheepshead were played. Butch Boris won the first game and Steve Klockziem took second place. Andy Hoest won the second game and Gale Verpoorten placed second. David Perrodin won the third game and Shelly Stubbe took second place. Ceil Frank received low score.
Newcomers are encouraged to come play Sheepshead every Thursday from 1-3:30 p.m. at the Athens fire hall.
