Houston County, GA –Northside High School FFA chapter members attended the National FFA Organization’s 2012 Leadership Conference held June 19-23, 2012.  Members Dee Dee Michell and Leigh Shawhan traveled to Washington D.C. for the summer conference.  They were accompanied by their advisor, Ryan Talton.

The annual conference focuses on leadership development, personal growth and community service. More than 2,200 FFA students from throughout the U.S. attended a seven-week session in June or July.

Houston County, GA - The Warner Robins High School Chorus will perform the Star Spangled Banner at the Atlanta Braves baseball game on Thursday, September 6.  They were given this opportunity based on an audition CD that was sent to the Braves organization. The game starts at 12:00 noon, so they will perform early in the day.

Students Ashley Diaz Pizarro and Kira Bowden agree that, “It is a great honor to be asked to stand on the field at Turner Stadium and sing our National Anthem.” They, and the 50 students singing with them, are excited about this once-in-a-lifetime opportunity.

The Warner Robins High School Chorus strives to be an active organization, educating students to become musicians rather than mere singers, and giving them experiences that they will never forget.  They are under the direction of Joy Dumas. 

HOUSTON COUNTY, GA – Pearl Stephens Elementary School has been selected to participate in the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) Fresh Fruit and Vegetable Program (FFVP).  The program provides schoolchildren an opportunity to try a nutritious snack to help them stay focused on learning.  The program increases the children’s consumption of fresh fruits and vegetables, exposes them to new fruits and vegetables, improves healthy eating habits and helps create healthier school food environments.