And so they're pretty much ready for graduation with the project. They've did a great job uh putting notes up of what's been shut down already with water and what's still open. You'll be glad to know that we'll have AC on Saturday. So we're keeping that open till our very end. Um and then uh the middle school is busy. We have moved some uh different programs over there. They've taken charge. I I asked the head custodian over there to take charge and get them rooms ready and uh work with the principals and and make sure that we can get all them activities in and we were able to do that. Um Along with them doing everything from light bulbs to deep cleaning, they're changing filters. Uh one uh they're they're busy. getting ready to put about 80 yards of mulch at both the elementary schools and their playgrounds to bring them up to code.
Pellegrino over to Parsons. Parsons to Marino. Now it looks like it'll be Marino and Whitworth's turn to take two-man. Marino goes around, nothing there. Gets the ball back to Mack Whitworth. Now Mack turns around, sees a little bit of space, goes around the back of the cage, turns around, fires one in. Nice pass by Whitworth. McKechnie misses just wide. Good job by Parsons to back it up. Parsons hits the Marino as she's coming in, gets knocked loose. Marino stays with the ball. Marino looking for a call saying something as time has expired. The Spartans will go into the second quarter with a three to nothing lead or three to two lead. >> All right, we are back for second quarter action as Matthews and Daniels had the goals for the Red Raiders and Mack Whitworth the only goal scorer for the Spartans with a hat trick.
We're going to move on to public participation. Lauren, the board of education welcomes public participation and ask that speakers please limit their comments to three minutes. Speakers may offer objective comments of school operations and programs that concern them. The board will not permit any expression of personal complaints or defamatory comments about board of education personnel or students nor against any person connected with the Danbury public school system. Okay. Uh first on the list I see have Jarice and Max. Good evening, members of the board. We are students at Danbury High School here to advocate for better funding to connect the main and west campuses. As students move through high school, choice becomes increasingly important. Electives and specialized courses help students explore career interests and develop skills as well as discover what they want to pursue in life. Before the school was divided into two campuses, students still had access to a wide variety of classes because teachers and courses were all located in one area.
So, please help me applaud Tyler Williams, who's receiving a $500 scholarship from 4. [applause] >> [applause] >> Good morning. I'm Renee Springmire. Mrs. Mangles and I are here today representing the board of the Greensburg Community Schools Education Foundation. The foundation's mission is to provide resources to supplement and enrich educational opportunities that prepare students to be effective, successful, and responsible citizens. In 2017, two years after the foundation's inception, the first scholarship of $1,000 was awarded. Today, less than 10 years later, we are about to award eight scholarships totaling $30,500. The first scholarship from the Greensburg Foundation for $5,000 goes to Ashley Kalinowski. [applause] The next $5,000 award from the Greensburg Foundation goes to Avery Helms. [applause] The next Greensburg Foundation scholarship for $5,000 goes to Declan Bruns. [applause] These were all academic scholarships. Okay, the next scholarship is the class of 68 for $5,000. That goes to Sydney Casses.
So, we have that dropped and uh Rick Hayes pretty much starts getting that all spread out. And so, it's a busy It's a busy time. The days fly by. And with a we asked for a Craig's permission this year again for the fourth year, we're going to >> do a staff development on June 17th where we have a two uh good speakers coming in to talk to the custodial staff about a couple topics that they have brought up to me. How do we handle different situations? And so, they're doing that and then we're having a vendor come in on chemicals and material data sheets and what they have to keep up to date. We'll treat them to lunch and uh take them in in the Peru for ice cream after lunch. So, that's about 4 hours that's going to happen in in June. We're We are still moving the high school staff after we tear down graduation next >> [clears throat and cough] >> Monday.
So, what do you think the Spartans need to do more of? I mean, they it was a good good back and forth the first 5 minutes of the game, Bo, and then we kind of slowed the pace down. What do you think we need to do? >> Yeah, I was going to say the same. I mean, not too many nothing crazy. I just think I I like the patience on offense. I think just got to you know, convert, finish, like take the chances when you get them, and go from there. So. >> Definitely. I agree. I like to see I think we need to pick up a little bit more. We haven't had any of the transition really plays. Because they've scored and we've only had really two blocks. So. We will see. Stay tuned. Mac Whitmer and Matthews on the draw. Followed up. Ball's loose and looks like Healy comes up with it.
However, when the new campus was created, transportation between campuses during the school day was not included in the budget. Many classes remain primarily at the main campus and without transportation, these students cannot access them during the school day because they cannot get transportation. As a result, students are losing opportunities that were previously available to them before the main and west campus. >> For example, I've participated in orchestra for eight years and before the campus split, students were offered a wide variety of music classes. such as orchestra, band, and many others. And after the split, while the main campus kept the majority of classes offered, the west campus was forced to narrow down to a more general band class and orchestra was discontinued because transportation between the campuses was not available during the day. Students were forced to miss out on opportunities that they've been working for for years.
[applause] The next scholarship is from the Greensburg Community School Education Foundation um for the technical scholarship of $3,500 and that goes to Zachary Blahett. [applause] The next scholarship is the Bobby Mock scholarship for $1,000 and that goes to Alejandra Hernandez. [applause] The next scholarship is the Virginia Garvey female athlete scholarship for $5,000. And that goes to Emma Couns. [applause] The final award we have to present is the Roland and Willadine Wood music scholarship for five for $1,000 and that goes to Matteline Shrader. [applause] Thank you. Good morning. On behalf of New Directions Domestic Violence Shelter of Decar County and New Directions Teen Council, I'm honored to be in the presence of such a bright group of graduates. and New Directions. Our teen council mission is lived out through an active and passionate group of teens who work hard to raise awareness about teen dating violence and to support healthy relationships in Decar County.
We'll tear graduation down. They'll get the building buttoned up and we'll get out of Quality Plumbing's way and let them go on with the project. And then uh then four employees will go to other buildings and they look forward to that. And then the last 2 weeks before school opens we'll all 17 of us will go to high school and knock that out. So, if you want to write that date down, I wouldn't care. >> [laughter] >> You didn't tell the last one, so >> I have limitations on this year. No, [laughter] but they are They're What's neat is they're willing. The staff is willing to move. And uh we did have some community leaders that are going to serve them the day before we open the school up to to float group air floats and just do that for them. So, they're they're working hard and that's you know, you think 17 employees and a lot of them have vacation time that they'll squeeze in between now and the end of July.
Healy gets ball over the restraining line, gets the ball to the back of the side. Downs with the ball. Downs all the way back to Matthews. Matthews looking to go by a screen stepped on by McEachney. Kicks it out to Arnold. Arnold turns around, does a roll dodge, throws the ball high. Is the other Daniels is there to back it up. So, just Daniels and Matthews? >> Yeah, I think there's two Daniels, too. >> two Matthews. All right, so I'll just call Daniels and Matthews all the time. >> And two or two Healys? >> right? But there's an Arnold, Healey. Yeah, Healey Healey. Yeah. >> [snorts] >> So you can't go wrong with whoever we bunch of sisters on the team, I guess. I don't know. >> So this is Matthews with it. 20 number 22 Matthews. Matthews with the ball or 8-m attempt for uh Red Raiders first attempt of the game on an 8-m.
So, in speaking with principal Mr. Donovan, he explained that a transportation system would cost approximately $3 million to connect buildings during the day, increasing access to classes and reducing the need to duplicate specialized courses across both campuses. We ask that the superintendent and the board recognize transportation as a necessary part of the two campus system and to include this funding in future budget planning so students at both campuses have access to equal educational opportunities. Thank you, Carla. Okay. Good evening, Board of Education members. I'm Carla Pereira and I teach social studies at Danbury High School main campus. This year I am teaching AP government and politics and as required by the college board students have been diligently working on a civic action project of their choice. Standing behind me are four gentlemen out of my 40 AP students this year who I've had the pleasure of teaching and overseeing their projects.
Their efforts also provide the funding for this award. Statistics show that one in three teens will experience some type of physical, emotional, or digital abuse before graduating high school. The council has made a meaningful impact in spreading awareness and its success is possible by the active commitment of our student leaders. This scholarship award is being given to a student who has served as the team council has served on the team council since its inception four years ago and has served for the president as the last two years demonstrating outstanding leadership, dedication and heart for this mission. It's my pleasure to award New Direction Teen Council Scholarship to Brenley Jameson.
I think I have probably every bit of some employees have 2 weeks and they'll squeeze those in. So, they're working hard. So, it's a fun time. I encourage you if you're ever out and about, get a hold of Craig or myself and walk into those buildings and and see them. It's a It's a fun time for them.
Matthews runs it in, goes low. Julia Gray >> Oh. Great save. >> Nice little kick save by Julia Gray. Keep that out in front. This is a little bit of a different uh ride move >> [cheering] >> that we saw against Minnechaug. Minnechaug really backed up to prevent us from really getting down the field. Looks like the Red Raiders are going to do a uh full court man-to-man press. >> I was thinking the same thing there. >> Yeah. So at some point I would like to turn around and be When that happens, see Julia Gray put the ball behind the cage. And good job. Nice stick check by Mary Devoe. Another stick check. Good hustle by Mary Devoe. Good work by Mary Devoe to turn around and shield the body and get that ball. As she gets the ball back to Julia Gray. This is what I was talking about.
They will be sharing a little to you all about the action steps they've taken, what they've learned, and they are eager to share a proposal with you all to continue growing our district into a place where all students will continue to thrive. Thank you for your time and your continued support of Danbury teachers, staff, and students. >> Thank you. >> Okay, we have Cyrus, Tanya, Aselin, and Gregory. Good evening, esteemed board of education members. We are students from Danbury High School. >> His name is Tanav. This is Cyrus. My name is Gregory. And this is Aelen. Tonight we are here disc to discuss the effectiveness of themies of Danbury High School for our capstone project and as the first students to undergo thesemies we investigated general opinions and the effectiveness of themies in their current state. We have done this by speaking with the school with a school administrator Mr.
[applause] Good morning everyone. I'm Lieutenant Casey Jones with the Greensburg Police Department. Today, I am proud to present this year's FOP Lodge 104 scholarship to students who have demonstrated hard work, dedication, and outstanding character throughout their high school career. The Greensburg FOP Lodge 104 has a long-standing history of understanding the importance of investing in the youth in our community. Thanks to our local FOP members and our fundraising events, we can provide at least one scholarship per school in the county every year. We would like to thank those in our community because tonight, thanks to success of our fundraising efforts, we can award three $1,000 scholarships to Greensburg students this year. Scholarships are more than financial support. They are an investment in the future. This award recognizes not only academic achievement, but also perseverance, leadership, and the potential to make a positive impact in the community.
So, any questions? Good luck. Thank you. >> Thanks. Okay, [clears throat] that brings up to item 8.2, donations. >> Yeah, we have several donations. Sayota Sayota's been very generous this this year around. [clears throat] $500 for elementary music, another $684 for elementary speech. Middle school band got $375 and then Boy and Stacy Bonafit donated $375 to middle school band. Sayota donated $376.90 to Gold Rush. Rob Anderson donated $180,000 to the track and field. Mining County Sheriff's Department that light bar that you've seen on the on the cruiser, they donated that. Olson Body did all the decal work which is beautiful, flawless. Appreciate that also. Appreciate Mr. Danny sending some of that out for us. Uh Sayota donated $120 to high school band. Tri-County $200 to art. Keystone Charitable Foundation $100 FFA. And then various donors $169.65 to choir. Ask for your approval as presented. >> Entertain a motion to approve the donations as presented.
>> Yep. >> Get the ball in the back. Or we can just put the ball in the back of the cage and let Kylie go get it. Another stick check. Mac picks it up one hand all nonchalantly. Mac gets the ball over the restraining line, sets the Spartans offense up. Or she finds a seam, turns around, takes a shot, misses just wide. Crimmins there to back up the ball. >> Definitely likes the look of that though, getting up the field quickly. >> Yes. >> Creating a little bit of chaos on the defensive end through that transition game. >> Crimmins always really really good in uh that quick transition. Cachney with the ball. Cachney over to Pelletier. Pelletier behind the cage to Parsons. Parsons all the way back out to Cachney. Cachney going in. Cachney turns around, goes by one, takes a roll, goes through another, gets the ball taken away from her.
Davidson conducting a survey to gather a student opinion and we will speak with Mr. Donovan next week. In our meeting with Mr. Davidson, we have found that as an administrative group, the staff at Damry High School is actively working towards improving the benefits of each academy such as internships and job shadowing. Yet, they understand the current slow start of themies, but many of the previously wanted things are not being met. After reviewing the survey results, we found that a majority of students don't feel they are well informed about the changes going on in their academy. An example of misinformation that even some of us faced was in the cyber security academy where we were told that one of our senior level courses weren't going to be offered. After a conversation with Mr. Davidson, he explained the process of selecting courses for themies and that this course would be running for next year.
This year, our scholarship committee has chosen three recipients. If you can please come forward. Zack Blit, Madison Ortman, and Brinley Jameson. [applause] Good morning. My name is Annie Swinny and I have the honor of serving as a staff development coordinator at Decar County Memorial Hospital. I have the distinct honor of working closely with several of our local high school programs and seeing firsthand the passion and potential of students who are pursuing future careers in healthcare. On behalf of Decatur County Memorial Hospital, it truly is an honor to be here today to recognize such an outstanding group of students. This year, we're proud to award multiple thousand dollar scholarships to individuals across Decar County who have chosen to pursue careers in healthcare. A path that requires not only intelligence and dedication, but a whole lot of heart. Each of you represents the very foundation of what we value at DCH.