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French bike giveaway
Winners of the annual French Bike give away at Sullivan Elementary School is Destin Cook, 3rd grade, and Aubrey Jean, 2nd grade. Pictured from left is Destin, Joc, his daughters McKenzie Frye, Destynee French and Aubrey. Congratulations to the winners.
25 Years Ago This Week
The Sullivan girls’ basketball team finished 3-2 in the Mattoon Holiday tournament for a fifth place finish. The Lady Redskins swept the Decatur teams (Eisenhower and MacArthur) to finish up the tournament with two straight wins.
The Sullivan boys’ basketball team finished sixth place in a field of 14 teams at the Charleston Holiday Tournament. After winning their first game against Mattoon, the Redskins lost to Paris. For the fifth place finish they defeated Charleston before losing to Edwardsville. Read More
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The Broadcasting Club at Lake Land College recently collected several boxes of non-perishable food items to donate to the Lake Land College Laker Food Pantry. Pictured in the front row are Stephanie Sample, Sullivan and Chandler Smith, Charleston. In the back row are Paige Van Dyke, Louisville; Konner Remlinger, Martinsville and Anthony Vonderheide, Stewardson.
•December 29, 2021•
The Broadcasting Club at Lake Land College recently collected several boxes of non-perishable food items to donate to the Lake Land College Laker Food Pantry.
“Nobody should have to worry about where their next meal is coming from, and being a part of a community that takes care of their own is really one of the best parts of being a Laker,” Broadcasting Club President Stephanie Sample said. “I’m honored to have been able to participate and support the wonderful work that our food pantry is doing. I’m hoping that more people can become aware of its presence on campus and know that it is there for them if they need it.” Read More
•December 29, 2021•
By Cheri Burcham
Family Life Educator
I personally am not one to spend much time in the kitchen, but realize that it can have many benefits for children and their families – especially during the holidays. I would like to share this article by Extension Educator Amy Henschen that talks about all the benefits and how/when to have children help in the kitchen. Amy says: one of my favorite holiday traditions is my annual family baking day. Ever since I learned how to bake in 4-H, I’ve gotten together at least once every winter with family to spend time in the kitchen. These occasions are a great opportunity to celebrate community, foster relationships, create delicious treats, and share stories and family recipes. If you find yourself in the kitchen this holiday season, I challenge you to use this opportunity to introduce kids to the joys of cooking and baking.
It’s a great time of year to share your family’s food traditions with a new generation. Do you make a delicious holiday pie or casserole? Share your recipes and techniques with a kid in your life. While you’re at it, you can also share family stories. These types of informal conversations in the kitchen help improve family communication and strengthen our connections to our ancestors. Read More
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Sullivan Preschool donates to Moultrie County Food Pantry
Sullivan Preschool collected donations of food for the Moultrie County Food Pantry. All families at the preschool donated items.
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Photo with Santa
Averly Martin gets her picture taken with Santa and Mrs. Claus at Santa Bingo held at the Sullivan American Legion on Saturday, December 18.
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Santa Bingo
Zane, Jayla, Riyle, Kinsley and Beretta Black play picture bingo at the Sullivan American Legion on Saturday, December 18. The event included breakfast cooked by the Sullivan Sons of the American Legion, picture bingo and pictures with Santa. 100% of the proceeds raised will be donated to Down Syndrome Diagnosis Network.
•December 22, 2021•
ALAH High School senior, Layna Kapp from Lovington, will be performing in the VRBO Citrus Bowl in Orlando, Florida on January 1, 2022. Read More
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SES Christmas Program
Sullivan Elementary School students, Kindergarten through second grade, put on a festive Christmas musical learning how reindeer fly. The program was held December 16.
•December 22, 2021•
By Cheri Burcham
Family Life Educator
There is increasing evidence that brain health is directly related to body health. However, most people think more about keeping their bodies fit or their hearts healthy than working at maintaining a healthy brain. Cheri Burcham, Family Life Educator for the University of Illinois Extension, will be offering free “Wits Fitness: Brain Exercise Classes” in five different locations each month except for July and December. Locations and dates for 2022 include: Read More