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THE BOTTOM LINE…

1035 West Wayne Street • Paulding, Ohio 45879 • 419.399.4080

A SCREENING FOR COLORECTAL CANCERCOULD SAVE YOUR LIFE.

Colon cancer is the third leading cause of cancer deaths in the United States, and will be diagnosed in one of every 20 people in the U.S. But here’s the good news: Death rates due to colon cancer have been dropping steadily for the past 20 years, thanks to early detection and improved treatment. One in 8 Americans now qualify! The American Cancer Society recommends that all persons over age 50 be regularly screened for colon cancer. So why take the chance? Do it today! It could save your life.

WE DO SELF-REFERRALS! Please set up your appointment today by

calling 419.399.1148, or you can visit our self-referral colonoscopy site at pauldingcountyhospital.com.

1st Saturday of each month.Paulding County Fairgrounds 9-11

Cecil Fire Department 9-12If you have questions

call ERIE RECYCLING at 419-258-2345

COMMUNITY RECYCLINGNow Accepting Container Glass

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Would you like to work with funeral directors who understand how valuable it is for you and your family to have a truly meaningful funeral experience?

When the time comes to honor a loved one’s memory in a personal way, give us a call.

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Burial & Cremation Ceremonies

Knowing the families in our community, we understand that quality service and cost are both important. We pride ourselves on combining caring service at a cost you can aff ord. You will fi nd it’s only one of the things we do best.

Waters Insurance LLC

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AUTO • HOME COMMERCIAL • BUSINESS

FARM

1007 N. Williams St.Paulding, OH 45879

419-399-3586

600 South Main St.Payne, OH 45880

419-263-2127

CLEANING SERVICE

THERESA STOLLER, owner/operator contact.sparkleandshine@gmail.com

residential and business cleaningbefore and after events • move-in/move-out cleaning • etc.

419.231.3347

CALL ABOUT SPECIAL RATES EXPIRING 1.31.16

CLEANING SERVICE

Come in and see our sales staff: Stephanie Ankney, Jay Dachenhaus, Brad “Bubba” Davis, Devon Pearson and Eli Schlatter800-399-2071 • North on US Hwy. 127, 1255 N. Williams St., Paulding • www.stykemainchevy.com

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We Will Match Or Beat Any Competitive Service

Department’s Total Repair Price!*

*Includes all shop fees on any repair of GM vehicles. Customer must present in writing to Paulding Stykemain Chevrolet a complete estimate of the repair including all part numbers and total labor hours in advance of the customer giving Stykemain authorization for repairs.

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OIL CHANGE & TIRE ROTATION& Multi-point Vehicle Inspection

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COOLANT FLUSH - $79.95Keeps your car from freezing.

OIL CHANGES – $12.95Up to 5 quarts with filter. Excludes diesels, synthetic and dexos oils.

$15 discount on all excluded oil changes.

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We service & reprogram all makes and models of tire pressure monitoring systems.

Serving the Paulding Area for over 22 Years

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JOB OPPORTUNITYHealth Information Management DirectorResponsible for directing, planning, coordinating, and administering the medical records program. Responsible for supervising and managing de-partment operations, and managing the function as required. Work is performed in accordance with the hospital rules and regulations, the Joint Commission, the State Board of Health, State and Federal Statutes. Requirements: Associate degree in Health In-formation Management or related field. RHIT certification. Must meet required continuing education hours for the AHIMA and maintain ac-creditation status. Previous experience in a Medi-cal Records Department. The ideal candidate will be experienced in transcription and coding with strong managerial skills.Preferred Qualifications: Bachelor Degree, RHIA, 5 years of Medical Records experience, and prior management experience. Paulding County Hospital

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“This institution is an equal opportunity provider

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Rental Assistance Available

Industrial Automation Maintenance and CNC

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Classes begin in January!

Northwest State is holding IAM and CNC programs at

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NOTICESTHE JACKSON Town-ship December meetingwill be held on Wednes-day, December 30th at7pm. The 2016 AnnualOrganizational Meetingwill be held on MondayDecember 4th at 7pm.Both meetings will beheld at The JacksonTownship Hall . MaryHoward, fiscal officer ofJackson Township

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NOW HIRINGCrew MemberHartzog Lumber &Supply is lookingfor a new crewmember to join theteam. Constructionexper ience pre-ferred, but not ne-cessary. Competit-ive wages. Musthave dr iver ’s l i -cense and vehicle.Must pass a back-ground check.Apply at: HartzogLumber & Supply300 West JeffersonSt. Paulding, OH45879

FOR RENTNOW LEASING: One &Two Bedroom Apart-ments in Paulding, Ohio.For information, pleasecall Straley Apartmentsat 419-399-4068 or on-line at straleyrealestate-inc.com

HOUSE FOR RENT3 BEDROOM house forrent in Payne. Fi rs tmonth's rent plus depos-it. 419-263-8304 or 419-263-4700.

HOUSE FOR rent - 2BR, 1 bath. 710 W. Jack-son. $450/mo. Renterspay all utilities. $450 de-posi t . Cal l 419-399-7595.

LAND CONTRACT orRent to Own homesavailable. Several

available, addresses,pics and videos at:

chbsinc.com.419-586-8220.

MOBILE HOMES FOR RENT3 BEDROOM mobi lehome in Payne. Firstmonth's rent plus depos-it. 419-263-8304 or 419-263-4700.

FOR SALE2.5 acre lot near Sher-wood, $11,900, $1,000down, $135 mo. 828-884-6627

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C O M P L E T E L Y R E -MODELED 4 bedroomhome, very n ice at-tached garage, $69,900,$5 ,000 down, $585monthly. 419-670-5575.

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BUYING MIL ITARYitems, old signs, old pho-tographs, old photo al-bums, old postcards, oldtoys, antiques, etc. 419-393-2107

FOR SALE$150 QUEEN pillowtopmattress set. New inplastic, can deliver 260-493-0805,

SERVICESDJ SERVICES - Musicfor all occasions. 30years experience. CallJohn Martinez at 419-399-4583

STORAGEPAULDING MINI Stor-age: For unit sizes andprices please call 419-399-4068 or online atstraleyrealestateinc.com.

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Large Auction

Sat., Jan. 9 10:00 A.M.

1937 Pontiac Project Car & Wagon Load Of Model A Parts - Wilbert Bradbury was a “fussy” mechanic (he passed away approximately 1 year ago) and two of his many projects were to re-store a Model A and 1937 Pontiac - The Model A restoration was completed several years ago and in the process of restoration, Wilbert accumulated multiple parts of nearly every part for the restoration, except for the chassis - This wagon load of Model A parts are the remainder parts not used in the restoration - many are labeled, some are new, some are old - for sure there is a large assortment including multiple glass kits … One of the incomplete projects was the restoration of the 1937 Pontiac (photo of vehicle available prior to disassembly for restoration) - the chassis and pallets full of parts, including the engine, from the 1937 Pontiac will be sold as one group with the vehicle title.... Shop & Hand Tools & Related including multiple open and box end wrench sets (many Craftsman) ...Multiple Pipe wrenches from small to very large... Roll away tool chest and several other tool boxes and storage... Lincoln 225 amp welder...Acetylene torch set... Parts washer... Guardian 12 spd drill press... Small Chicago metal lathe…Buffalo metal cutting band saw...1½ HP Sears router ... Craftsman 5HP air compressor… Large Craftsman table saw... Pipe and bench vises... 3 t floor jack and several other jacks other varied sizes and type... Transmission & engine stands & hoists... Several metal storage cabinets and parts bins and bins with screws, bolts, nuts, nails, etc., etc. ...Shop vac... Bench grinder... Large & smaller levels... Many welding clamps, c-clamps, bar clamp and many other clamps of varied sizes and styles... Assortment of electric hand tools including saws, grinders, drills, routers, etc., etc plus multiple air tools, etc., etc. etc. …Boxes of hammers from large to small... Screw drivers, chisels, drill bits, etc., etc. …Air hoses, extension cords, work lights, etc., etc., etc. …Scaffolding... Shovels, rakes, etc., etc. …Wagon of lumber - still un-boxing and moving… Accordions, Glassware, Primitives & Collectables including... American Flyer Train…Chipped stone hammer …Plastic Wind Up Mickey Mouse, Mickeys tractor, Marx tin dozer and other old toys… Bernelli Polka King Accordion… Hohner Accordion…1937 Ohio license plate... Several nice framed pictures including oil on canvass... Rooster pitcher... Copper boiler… Old photos & pictures & paper items including 1888 diary, Delineator Magazines (1913) plus a few post cards plus books including Reprint of 1892 Paulding Co Atlas & Reprint of 1880 Putnam Co Atlas & Defiance Co. Men & women of WWII & Paulding Co. Sr Classes & Jay Goulds Hello World, etc., etc. …Jimmy Carter items... Wood wagon wheel converted to table …Fenton, Fostoria, Viking & other glassware... Carnival bowl… Glass birds… Depression Glasses & bowl... Hen on nest… Flow Blue plates... Coffer Jar...Tins... Amethyst vase... Milk Glass... Spatterware bowls... Honey pots & Bee related knick-knacks... Decorator & Collector Plates & Bowls including Paulding Co. plate, Apostolic Church Plates & Items...Stemware... 2 Hummel, 10+ Norman Rockwell & many other figurines... Salt dips... Cobbler Shoe Stand... Primitives & Kitchen Tools & old tableware...Piano rolls... Pitchers...Glass sets... Crock...Glass Baskets, Vases, Etc. ...2 sets of Mikassa China & partial Limoges China set... Compotes…Jewelry Boxes...Several Baskets...Silver plate serving set Old & New Books including many cook books…. Newer quilt …Nice newer pottery... Gone with the wind style lamp and other oil lamps …Toys, Games, Etc. …Linens, Doilies, Etc ….Over 20 box flats full of small old collectables sold by the flat box full - Partial Listing … Household & Related including Cannon EOS3 Camera …Minolta 9000 camera & lenses...Stands...box of newer Children’s books & toys… Sonic mobility scooter - needs repair …Round oak kitchen table with extra leaves…. Matching End Tables…Oak wall shelves... Glass top coffee table …Computer & Epson printer …Paper shredder …4 Card Tables …2 metal folding tables… Folding chairs …2 Blue matching side chairs & other side chairs …2 Blue matching recliner chairs …2 Blue matching platform rockers …Table Lamps …2 Sofas with matching chairs …Suitcases …Plant stands …2 dressers with mirrors …Dining room table and chairs …Wood Desk, office supplies, file cabinet, etc. … Blankets …Many, many Figurines, Knic Knacs, nice decorator items including bird houses, hives, etc., etc., etc. …Many candles & related …Wood book cases …Plastc storage tubs …Pyrex …Cassette Tapes, CD’s, LP Records, etc …Several boxes full of pots, pans, tupperware, linens, sewing items, tableware, small kitchen items, decorator items, Xmas & Holiday Items, etc., etc., etc. ---- Visit our web site @ www.gorrellbros-paulding.comm for over 200 photos .... Inspection: Fri., Jan. 8 from 1 P.M. to 5 P.M. and beginning at 8:30 A.M. on the day of the auction ----- 2 auction rings …… .Terms: Cash, Check, VISA, Master Card or Discover Card .…Seller: Wayne Stoller - and - Bradbury Farms - and - Betty Diamond Taft … Gorrell Bros. Auctioneers - Don Gorrell, Larry Gorrell, Chris AuFrance, Apprentice; Aaron Timm, Nolan Shisler

LOCATION: Gorrell Bros. Auction Facility – 1201 N. Williams St., Paulding, OH

1937 Pontiac Project Car ---- Model A Parts Large Amount of Shop Tools

2 Accordions - Collectables – Household

NOCAC NEEDS THOSE WHO ENJOY THE THOUGHT OF WORKING FROM HOME!

Looking for an opportunity to work from home with the company of children?

If you reside in Hardin, Paulding, or Van Wert County, NOCAC can offer you the opportunity to become a Type B Licensed Home Provider.

There are people looking for someone to trust with their children, while working or attending classes.

If you have the desire to work with and encourage children, please contact one of the NOCAC Child Care Specialists:

419-784-2150 or hkeween@nocac.org

NOCAC1933 E. 2nd St.

Defiance, OH 43512

Are you looking for a challenging and stable career? 24 months to top pay? Benefits and opportunities for advancement? Then look no further!

PRODUCTION OPERATORS NEEDED“Alternate Schedule” consists of 40 hours/week; Three 11.5 hour days and One 5.5 hour day. A Schedule works Sunday-Wednesday; B Schedule works Wendesday-Saturday. 1st Shift Schedule is 6am-6pm; 2nd Shift Schedule is 6pm-6am

Production Departments Include:• Hub Line • Assembly • Die Cast • Die Cast Manufacturing

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You may apply in person or mail a resume to:

Equal Opportunity

Employer

Sigg Realty, Inc.840 A. North Clinton St.Defiance, OH419-782-1685: Fax: 419-782-1782

Sandra Mickelson/Tamyra HumesPh: 419-506-1015

Email: sandramickelson@yahoo.com

SOLD!

Call Sandra & Tamyra 419-506-1015

“We work for you from sign up to sign down”

Coldwell Banker Sigg Realty, Inc.840 A. North Clinton Street

Defiance, Ohio • 419-782-1685

Sandra & Tamyra recently helped me sell my home at W. Woodcox St., Antwerp....Suzanne Zartman

Farm Location: 2 mi north of Antwerp, OH on Rt. 49 to C-220; then east on C-220 for 3 ½ mi. to Rd C-63; then north on Rd 63 ¼ mi --- located in Sec. 7, Crane Twp (watch for auction signs)..…30.588+- acres offered in one parcel - buyer farms it in 2016 ....FSA indicates 30+- tillable acres….mostly Latty & Nappanee soils....Call for survey, soil maps, aerial maps & auction information…..Terms: $3,000 earnest money day of auction with closing on or before Feb. 23, 2016…Auction Location: Gorrell Bros. Office & Auction Facility @ 1201 N. Williams St., Paulding, OH…..Seller: Bradbury Farms, Floyd Ramsier Attorney …. Gorrell Bros. Auctioneers & Real Estate; Larry D. Gorrell, Broker; Don Gorrell - Aaron Timm - Nolan Shisler - Auctioneers

Land Auction 30+- Acres

Sec. 7, Crane Twp., Paulding Co.Sat., Jan. 23 @ 10:00 A.M.

To see nice color pictures & interior shots of properties offered by Gorrell Bros. go to: www.gorrellbros-paulding.com

Multiple Listing Service

#1682 1163 Emerald Rd. Paulding.. Spacious 3 BDRM, 1.5 bath home, C/A, wood floors throughout. Lg. family room, sunroom, fenced in yard. New Price $67,000...... Call Don Gorrell

#1733 21387 Rd. 128 Oakwood... 4 BDRM, 2 bath country home on 3.74 acres. Many updates incl. shin-gles, wiring, plumbing & windows. C/A, 3 out buildings. New Price $129,000 Call Joe Den Herder

#1747 NEW LISTING 3 BR, 2 1/2 Bath ranch, ready to move into. Newer roof, kitchen & some flooring, C/A, 2,000+ sq. ft. 808 Tom-Tim Dr., Paulding. $119,900. Call Don Gorrell 399-7699

#1739 SELLERS WILL LOOK AT ANY OFFER 3-4 BDRM home w/sunroom, office, 2 baths, C/A, pool, sheds, etc. Must See! NEW PRICE, Country Side Estates Pldg. Call Don

#1738 Large 3 bdrm 2 bath home, w/some updates, C/A, newer roof, 756 N. Cherry, $69,900. Call Don

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Wayne Trace Local Schools hope that you are having a blessed holiday season and look for-ward to serving the students of our great school district in 2016 and beyond.

Speaking of 2016, we are actively seeking nominations for the Wayne Trace Staff Hall of Fame Class of 2016. Should you be interested in nominating a worthy former staff member, please contact either Mrs. Ann Olwin or me in the central office, and we will get a nomination form sent to you in a timely manner.

In academic news, the Ohio Department of Education is set to release district and building report cards over the next several weeks. Our preliminary results appear favorable, so we are anxiously awaiting our official results, expected in January or February. Much like the previous school year, the 2015-2016 school year is a year of transition for public schools in the state of Ohio, and the Wayne Trace faculty and staff continue to teach the academic content stand-ards as set for by ODE. With that said, I wish to elaborate on one of my constant themes: Continued collaboration between school and home is essential for all students to be as suc-cessful as possible, and the administration, faculty, & staff wish to thank all of our parents, grandparents, and guardians for their contin-ued support of our great school district.

Speaking further of appreciation, we would like to thank all of our senior citizens who attended the annual “Senior Citizens Lunch-eon” on December 3. Your support of our school district is very much appreciated, and we hope that you enjoyed both an excellent meal and some festive music provided by our high school music department. Thanks also go out to everyone involved in making this program possible, especially Mrs. Karen Wagonrod, who once again organized and coordinated the event.

Congratulations go out to our three music teachers: Miss Sharon Spinner, Mr. Kaleb O’Donnell, and Mrs. Ann Wieland for coordi-nating and directing this year’s holiday concerts at their respective buildings. We would like to thank these teachers for continu-ing to bring performing arts education to our students. Thanks also go out to Mrs. Joni Wen-ninger, who plays a key role in many of our musical performances.

In further news involving our music depart-ment, the Wayne Trace Performing Arts Campaign Committee (WTPACC) is currently diligently working to bring a state-of-the-art auditorium to the JH/HS campus. Such a facility would provide further educational and co-curricular opportunities for our students in both the arenas of music and performance. If you have an interest in helping to make this dream a reality, or you simply wish to learn more about this privately-funded project, contact the WTPACC hotline at 419-622-6300 ext. 500. You can also contact Randy Wen-ninger, Jay Schmidt, or me. We will be happy to answer your questions as best we can.

Finally, a tremendous thank you goes out to our staff and student organizations for the many Christmas events they sponsored and supported, which allowed people right here in our community to have a more joyous Christ-mas. Not only do our teachers and staff mem-bers provide a quality education, they also motivate our students to give back to others. After all, the real purpose of our lives is to give what we’re able to give to other people.

In calendar news, school will resume on January 4. We have a scheduled two-hour delay for teacher in-service training on January 15, and school will not be in session on January 18 in honor of Martin Luther King, Jr. Day.

As always, if you have questions or concerns about your child’s educational experience at Wayne Trace, feel free to contact your building principal or superintendent.

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Laurie DeLong, Student Services/Early Learning The next free Early Childhood Screening is

scheduled for Friday, January 15, at Paulding Elementary from 8:30 to 11:00 a.m. and at Oakwood Elementary from 12:30 to 3:00 p.m. Children birth to age 5 will be screened in development, hearing, speech, and vision. Appointments are preferred, but walk-ins will be accepted. Call 1-877-473-8166 (toll free) for registration information; after hours, dial extension 41 to leave a message.

Coordinated by Help Me Grow, Dept. of Edu-cation, Paulding Co. Hospital, Ohio Dept. of Health, NOCAC, Paulding Co. EI/DD, Family & Children First Council, Antwerp Local School, PEV Schools, and Wayne Trace Local Schools.

WT PAYNE ELEMENTARY Jody Dunham, Principal

Happy New Year from Payne Elementary! The teachers and staff are excited and ready to begin the second half of the school year. After Christmas break is when the teachers and students celebrate all of the tremendous accomplishments from the first semester.

One of the first things that the building does in January is gather growth data in the content areas of reading and math. AIMSweb diagnos-tic assessments will be administered to students in all grades the week of January 4. Data collected from these assessments identi-fies specific reading and math sub-skills. With this information, teachers are able to provide specific targeted interventions as needed. Please feel free to visit with your child’s teacher throughout the school year to ask about ways that you can support these goals.

A new exciting after-school tutoring program will begin the week of January 4. Students in grades 3-6 may receive a special invitation based upon the recommendation of their teacher to participate in this one hour, one day per week opportunity. Each grade level has a special evening when they can have lessons retaught or have assistance with homework questions. The students, families and teachers are thrilled about this very special learning and support experience.

In January, there are two events to put on your calendars. There will be a scheduled two hour delay on Friday, January 15 for staff development and No School on Monday, Janu-ary 18 for Martin Luther King Day.

Congratulations to sixth grade student Kate Laukhuf for winning the building-wide spelling bee. The winning word was hoity-toity. Kate is the daughter of Mick and Lisa Laukhuf. We wish Kate the best of luck as she represents Payne Elementary at the Paulding County Spelling Bee on February 4.

We also wish to congratulate our PTO for securing a $15,000 grant to update the play-ground. The grant requires a PTO commitment of adding $9,000 of local funds. Please contact the school at 419-263-2512 if you wish to financially support this amazing opportunity. PTO President Mrs. Lora Lyons did an excellent job of writing and submitting this grant last fall and we cannot thank her enough!

Finally, I would like to share some really awesome information to help children grow and learn to their maximum potential. It is the “9-5-2-1-0 Let’s Go Rule”. If your children par-ticipate in school sports, you know proper nutrition will help them perform their best. The same holds true for academics. Mayo Clinic’s Children’s Center pediatrician Dr. Brian Lynch says healthy, nutritious foods will bene-fit kids’ academic performance, behavior and overall health. Plus, it will combat childhood obesity.

Lynch says when it comes to feeding your children; avoid processed foods and food con-taining Trans fats, saturated fats, sugar and sodium. Instead opt for more of what he calls “real” foods- fruits, vegetables, whole grains, lean meats and low-fat dairy.

Lynch and his colleagues encourage families to follow 9-5-2-1-0 Let’s Go! Rule as a guide to good health and nutrition for kids:

9: Get nine hours of sleep per night 5: Eat five or more servings of fruit and vegetables every day 2: Limit screen time to two hours per day 1: Get one hour of exercise per day 0: Drink zero sugar-sweetened beverages such as soda and juice As always, thank you for your continued

support. Stay Warm!!! WT GROVER HILL ELEMENTARY Kevin Wilson, Principal

As we begin the second semester, we need to take time and reflect on the many outstand-ing activities that took place in December. The first activity is the annual Christmas Program. At this time, it is only right to congratulate Mrs. Wieland and her fourth, fifth and sixth-grade students on an outstanding program. Standing room only crowds attended this outstanding program. Next, big thanks to the members of the PTO. The PTO held their annual bake sale and basket raffle the same day as the Christ-mas Program. This year the bake sale and raffle combined brought in over $1,100. The Student Council members held a Food Drive to help the local churches supply their food pan-tries. There were many food items donated during the food drive and on behalf of the

Student Council I would like to thank everyone who participated in this very worthwhile project. It is great to see the excitement gen-erated by the students and community as they come together to support the Grover Hill com-munity’s needs.

With school back in session for the beginning of the second semester, the students are very busy. The first major activity taking place will be the annual Spelling Bee. This year’s fifth and sixth-grade students are preparing for the Spelling Bee. To find a student to represent Grover Hill at the Paulding County Bee, we must first hold the local Spelling Bee. The school Spelling Bee will be on January 7, 2016, in the afternoon. We would like to wish every-one who is participating in this year’s event the best of luck.

Wayne Trace Local Schools have a new web-site. Our district website is now: www.waynetrace.org. Be sure to save this new address to your favorites. We are sorry for any inconvenience this change has caused, but we are confident once you visit the new site you will appreciate the changes

The return from Christmas Break also indi-cates the beginning of the second semester. It is during this semester all schools give the state assessments. This year the state assess-ments are given in late April or early May. As we continue to prepare for these assessments, I want you to know that our tutoring program is still in full swing. Tutoring takes place every Monday thru Thursday from 3:30 to 4:30. Tutoring is a good time for students to finish their homework, study for a test, or if they are having issues with their homework a great time to ask for assistance. We always have someone who is there for assistance. Parents, I would ask that as you and your child reflect on the success or failures of the first semester that you would consider taking advantage of our tutoring program. WT JR./SR. HIGH SCHOOL Phil Nofziger, Principal

December brings to close the first semester of the 2015-2016 school year while January opens up our second semester at Wayne Trace JR/SR High School. I passed out some of the results of last year’s state testing toward the end of the first semester. Early in January, I will be passing out some more parent reports that have been given to us by last year’s testing company. Please look for these reports after we are back after the Christmas break from your son or daughter.

I noted in the September newsletter that our present sophomores will be the first class that will not be responsible to take the Ohio Gradu-ation Tests as a requirement for graduation. As we make our way into the second semester and into the spring state testing, this and further information is worth noting again. The Class of 2018 (sophomores) and beyond are required to take seven “end-of-course” exams that the state of Ohio is providing in the fol-lowing areas: English I and II, Algebra I, Geom-etry, American History, American Government and Biology (the Class of 2018 took a Physical Science test last year as their science but the Class of 2019 and beyond have the Biology requirement).

One change from last year is that a perfor-mance based assessment that was given in March has been eliminated for the future. This will provide more time on task and relieve some of the “testing time” that had been required of our students. Each of the seven exams will be scored on a scale from one to five (five being the highest). A total of 18 points is required to meet the state graduation requirement along with the credit require-ments set up by the state of Ohio and our local Wayne Trace board of education. Our seventh graders will be tested in the areas of reading and math, while the eighth graders in reading, math, and science. This year the PAARC assessments used for reading and math last year will be replaced by tests generated by the American Institute for Research (AIR). This company has been used by the state of Ohio for science and social studies in the past. Testing will occur near the end of April and early in May. We will keep you informed as testing time draws nearer.

It continues to be a privilege to provide lead-ership at Wayne trace JR/SR High School. If you have questions, please do not hesitate in contacting your son/daughter’s teachers. Together, we can make a difference in the edu-cation and well-being of every student.

News from the Athletic Department On Saturday, February 13, the High School

boys basketball teams from Grandview Heights City Schools in Columbus will travel to Wayne Trace to play the Raiders at 4:00 p.m.

Members from both communities will take time to pay tribute to Steve Hall and what he meant to all of us. Steve's #50 jersey, which will be worn by his nephew, Justin Speice, will be retired that evening.

A benefit auction will be held immediately following the game, with all proceeds going to Steve & Kelly's family, in particular some type of scholarship fund for their children, Eli and Emma. Anyone interested in donating an auc-tion item, please contact Jim Linder or Tony Langhals at WTHS at 419-399-4100.

Jan. 1 NO SCHOOL Jan. 4 School Resumes Jan. 6 Payne Elem.-PTO mtg. 4:00 in art room Jan. 7 GH Elem-Spelling Bee 2:00 Jan. 8 Report Cards Jan. 12 Payne Elem.-Coffee with the Principal 9:30-10:30 Jan. 15 2-hr. Delay—Staff In-Service Jan. 18 NO SCHOOL—Martin Luther King Jr. Day Jan. 23 Dodgeball tourney in HS Gym 2:00 Jan. 25-29 GH Elem.-Book Fair

Scholastic Bowl Jan. 6 Pandora-T 4:00 Jan. 7 Fairview-H 4:00 Jan. 13 Kalida-T 4:00 Jan. 14 Holgate-H 4:00 Jan. 20 Ottoville-T 4:00 Jan. 21 Ayersville-T 4:00 Jan. 27 Fort Jennings-T 4:00 Jan. 28 Hicksville-H 4:00 JV/Varsity Boys Basketball Jan. 2 Napoleon-H 6:00 Jan. 7 Fairview-H 6:00 Jan. 9 Delphos Jefferson-H 6:00 Jan. 14 Holgate-H 6:00 Jan. 16 Lima Shawnee-T 6:00 Jan. 22 Ayersville-T 6:00 Jan. 29 Hicksville-H 6:00 Jan. 30 Kalida-H 6:30 Freshman Boys Basketball Jan. 4 Fort Jennings-T 5:00 Jan. 7 Fairview-H 4:30 Jan. 12 Miller City-H 5:00 Jan. 14 Holgate-H 4:30 Jan. 21 Ayersville-T 4:30 Jan. 28 Hicksville-H 5:00 Jr. High Boys Basketball Jan. 4 Delphos Jefferson-T 5:00 Jan. 7 Edgerton-H 4:30 Jan. 9 7th gr. Tournament-H 10:00 Jan. 12 Van Wert-H 4:30 Jan. 14 Tinora-T 4:30 Jan. 16 7th gr. Tournament-H 10:00 Jan. 19 Antwerp-H 5:00 Jan. 21 Ottoville-T 5:00 Jan. 26 Holgate-T 4:45 Jan. 28 Kalida-T 5:00 JV/Varsity Girls Basketball Jan. 4 Lima Shawnee-T 6:00 Jan. 5 Edon-H 6:00 Jan. 8 Fairview-T 6:00 Jan. 11 LCC-H 6:00 Jan. 15 Holgate-T 6:00 Jan. 19 Delphos Jefferson-H 6:00 Jan. 21 Ayersville-H 6:00 Jan. 28 Hicksville-T 6:00 Jan. 30 Miller City-T 12:00 Jr. High Girls Basketball Jan. 4 Tinora-H 4:30 Jan. 7 Antwerp-T 5:00 Jan. 12 Ayersville-T 5:00 Jan. 14 Paulding-H 4:30 Jan. 16 GMC-H 10:00 Jan. 18 GMC-H 5:45 Jan. 19 7th gr. Tournament at AW TBA Jan. 21 7th gr. Tournament at AW TBA Jan. 23 GMC-H 10:00 Wrestling Jan. 9 JV at Bluffton-T 8:00 Jan. 16 Coldwater Inv.-T 9:00 Jan. 22 Van Buren Inv.-T 5:00 Jan. 23 Van Buren Inv.-T 9:30 Jan. 29 LCC Inv.-T 5:30 Jan. 30 LCC Inv.-T 9:30 Jr. High Wrestling Jan. 9 Antwerp Inv.-T 9:30 Jan. 16 Ayersville Inv.-T 9:30 Jan. 23 Wauseon Inv.-T 10:00 Jan. 30 GMC at Fairview 9:30

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The hustle and bustle of December is com-ing to a close as we settle in for the winter months and a pattern of unpredictable weather. The Honeywell Instant Alert noti-fication system is a valuable tool to keep you informed of changes in the school day or activities. You may make changes to your account at any time. If you choose to only receive texts, please be aware that we are very limited with the length of texts al-lowed, so many times it is difficult to put an entire message in text format. If you choose to receive messages via text, but not voice, I suggest also receiving messages through email to ensure that you receive the entire message. As always, if you have trouble with your account, please call Kathy Smith at 419-258-5421, ext. 2300. January is School Board Recognition Month and a chance for all of us to say “thanks” to our school board members for the important work that they do for our school. The posi-tive leadership of the board members and their concern for the well-being of the stu-dents in our district continue to make Ant-werp a great place to work, a wonderful place to go to school, and a source of com-munity pride. As we move into the second semester of the school year, our teachers will continue to offer curriculum that meets or exceeds state standards and similarly prepares our stu-dents for the state assessments given to many of our students during the months of April and May. These assessments will be computer based and similar to assessments given during the prior year with the excep-tion that we will no longer be required to give the PARCC assessments. Furthermore, our teachers continue to integrate and incor-porate technology into their daily instruction and student coursework. January brings a new year and a renewed opportunity to work together for the benefit of our students. Community support is nec-essary for our district to continue to im-prove. By working together, we will make a difference in the lives of the children in our district. Go Archers, Dr. Martin Miller

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GUIDANCE NEWS Antwerp High School will host a Financial Aid Night on Monday, January 25, 2016, in the auditeria. Amy (Eaken) Barnhart, a 1995 graduate of Antwerp High School and current Financial Aid Director at Wright State University will be here to present in-formation to senior students and their par-ents about the FAFSA. Any senior planning to attend college should plan to attend with his/her parents. Scheduling materials will be distributed to students in grades 8-11 during the month of January. Parents, please sit down with your student(s) to help them plan for the 2016-2017 academic year. All college bound juniors should plan to take the ACT or SAT in the second semes-ter. For test dates and link to registration sites, go to http://www.antwerplclschs.beta. schools.bz/1/Content/guidance-testing.

I sincerely hope that the Christmas break provides everyone with the opportunity to spend quality time with family and friends. As we are returning from Christmas break, it signifies the beginning of the second semes-ter of the 2015-2016 school year. Grades—The first semester grades will be available to students on Wednesday, January 6. Student grades will be accessible on Pro-gressbook and I encourage parents/guardians to review them. If you have any questions, please contact the teacher. Student Fees—As we have completed the first semester of the 2015-2016 school year, I want to remind everyone about the student fees. The middle/high school office will be mailing letters to those families who haven’t paid their student’s fees. Seniors will need to have all fines/fees paid to be eligible to participate in the graduation ceremony. Progressbook—As we begin a new semes-ter, I again encourage you to monitor your student’s grades on Progressbook. If you have any questions regarding an assignment or grade, please contact the teacher. This communication is a two-way street; the ad-ministration highly encourages our teachers to make contact with the parents as well. Having an open line of communication is a contributing factor of improvement and suc-cess for our students. AP Exams—Students taking AP exams need to have their $18.00 deposit (per exam/course) turned in to Mrs. Rogge by January 29. This deposit is mandatory for test tak-ers. Contact Mrs. Rogge at 419-258-5421, ext. 2143 or by email at rogge_d@antwerpschools.org with ques-tions.

STUDENT HOLIDAY PROJECTS

Our High School and Middle School Stu-dent Councils, National Honor Society, and National Junior Honor Society worked to-gether to adopt six families this holiday sea-son. All families were local to Paulding County. These families were referred to us because they were in need of clothes, shoes, and presents for Christmas. NHS, NJHS officers, and class treasurers went shopping at Walmart with Mrs. Reyes and we were able to meet all of the families’ needs with money raised throughout this school year.

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MENU—1st WEEK of JANUARY

Mon., Jan.4 Hotdog on Bun, Corn, Mixed Fruit, Milk Tues., Jan.5 Goulash, Green Beans, Pears, Bread & Butter, Milk Wed., Jan.6 Cheeseburger on Bun, Carrots w/Dip, Pineapple, Milk Thurs., Jan.7 Chicken Fajita, Baked Fries, Orange Smiles, Milk Fri., Jan.8 Pizza Bagel, Coleslaw, Applesauce, Milk

The complete menu is available on our web-site, or you may pick up a copy in our office.

LUNCH PROGRAM Applications for the Free & Reduced Lunch Program are always available in all of the school offices. If you have had a change in your income, or feel you might qualify, feel free to contact our offices to request an ap-plication.

I sincerely hope that you and your family have a very restful and blessed break. The first semester is now over, and we are enter-ing the last half of the school year. Our stu-dents and staff have worked very hard to make it a time of learning and excitement. We look forward to a second half of the year that is as full of excitement and learning as the first half. Spelling Bee Champ—We would like to congratulate Cohen Hitzeman who was our elementary spelling bee champion, and Rayni Rister who was our runner-up. Cohen will be participating in the county spelling bee on February 4, 2016, at 7:00 p.m. at Payne Elementary. Come out and support Cohen, as well as all of the other county spelling bee participants. Family Feud—I would like to thank and praise Mr. Cord Ehrhart and his high school AP Stats class for their creation and imple-mentation of an elementary Family Feud game show. The Stats class surveyed the middle school and high school on various topics and then turned these results into the popular game show. The two 4th grade sec-tions competed against each other on one day, the two 5th grade sections against each other the next, and then the two winning sections competed in the championship round the third day. Congratulations to Mrs. Smazenko’s class for winning this competi-tion. PTO Update—The next regular meeting of the PTO is at 7:00 p.m. on January 12. I encourage you to attend and add your ideas to this organization. The PTO Bingo Night is scheduled for February 9 in the auditeria, with the make-up day scheduled for Febru-ary 16. Come and join us for an evening of fun and excitement, as well as a chance to win many wonderful prizes. Student Drop-Off—I would also like to remind you that in the morning when drop-ping off your student(s), please pull forward as far as possible so that we can fit more cars in the circle drive. We are trying to move vehicles through as quickly as possi-ble so we do not have cars waiting on the road. When picking your student(s) up, please do not park your car in the circle drive and walk up to the doors to get your student(s). If you want to walk up and pick up your child, please park in the parking lot. If you park in the circle drive and get out, cars have to drive around you, which is a dangerous situation for your children. Please stay in your vehicle and pull ahead when possible. Communication—As we continue to pro-gress through the school year, I continue to encourage you to be in contact with your child’s teachers. There are many ways in which you can contact the teachers and share concerns or positive praise that you may have. Too many times, teachers only hear from parents when there is a concern or a problem. I encourage you to also share positive comments with your child’s teach-ers, and thank them for their hard work and efforts. In this manner, we can continue to build upon our positive and caring educa-tional culture here at Antwerp Elementary.

VARSITY BOYS BASKETBALL Jan. 4 6:00 Home w/Liberty Center Jan. 7 6:00 @ Hicksville Jan. 14 6:00 Home w/Tinora Jan. 16 6:00 Home w/Lincolnview Jan. 22 6:00 @ Holgate Jan. 23 6:00 Home w/North Central Jan. 29 6:00 @ Edgerton Jan. 30 6:00 Home w/Montpelier VARSITY GIRLS BASKETBALL Jan. 5 6:00 @ Woodlan Jan. 8 6:00 Home w/Hicksville Jan. 12 6:00 Home w/Lincolnview Jan. 15 6:00 @ Tinora Jan. 19 6:00 Home w/Continental Jan. 21 6:00 Home w/Holgate Jan. 26 6:00 Home w/Crestview Jan. 28 6:00 Home w/Edgerton FRESHMAN BOYS BASKETBALL Jan. 4 5:00 @ Paulding Jan. 7 4:30 @ Hicksville Jan. 14 4:30 Home w/Tinora Jan. 21 5:00 @ Holgate Jan. 26 5:00 @ Crestview Jan. 28 5:00 @ Edgerton JUNIOR HIGH BOYS BASKETBALL Jan. 4 5:00 Home w/Fairview Jan. 7 5:00 @ Hicksville Jan. 9 TBA 7th Tourn. @ Wayne Trace Jan. 12 5:00 Home w/Edgerton Jan. 14 5:00 Home w/Crestview Jan. 16 TBA 7th Tourn. @ Wayne Trace Jan. 19 5:00 @ Wayne Trace Jan. 21 5:00 @ Paulding Jan. 26 5:00 @ Parkway Jan. 28 5:00 Home w/Ayersville JUNIOR HIGH GIRLS BASKETBALL Jan. 4 5:00 @ Fairview Jan. 5 5:00 @ Bryan Jan. 7 5:00 Home w/Wayne Trace Jan. 12 5:00 @ Hicksville Jan. 14 5:00 @ Crestview Jan. 16 TBA GMC @ Wayne Trace Jan. 18 TBA GMC @ Wayne Trace Jan. 19 5:00 7th Tourn.—Home Jan. 21 TBA 7th Tourn.—Home Jan. 23 TBA GMC @ Wayne Trace VARSITY WRESTLING Jan. 16 9:00 @ Woodlan Jan. 30 9:00 @ Wapakoneta JUNIOR HIGH WRESTLING Jan. 9 9:30 Home/Antwerp Inv. Jan. 16 9:30 @ Ayersville Jan. 23 10:00 @ Wauseon

Jan. 4 Classes Resume Jan. 8 AHS Staff vs PC Tigers—1:00 Jan. 12 PTO Meeting—7:00 Jan. 15 No School—Inservice Day Jan. 18 No School—Martin Luther King Day Feb. 4 County Spelling Bee—7:00 @Payne Feb. 15 No School—Presidents Day Feb. 18 4:00-7:30 P/T Conferences Feb. 23 4:00-7:30 P/T Conferences Feb. 29 No School—Inservice Day

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