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Yahoo
09-05-2025
- Health
- Yahoo
Harris County to provide free meals during summer break for all children
HARRIS COUNTY, Ga. () — The Harris County School District announced today it's 'Seamless Summer Feeding Program', which will offer free on-site and weekly pickup meals to children in the district. The school district says that during the summer months, many children miss out on the regular and nutritious meals they receive during the school year. This program helps bridge the gap and ensures children stay nourished during their break. Children ages 0-18 can benefit from the federally funded program. The school district is offering two options for receiving the meals — on-site meals available Monday through Thursday or a 7-day meal pickup. On-Site Meals at Harris County High School Dates: Monday-Thursday only June 2-26, 2025; closed on Friday and June 19 for federal holidayLocation: Harris County High School (8281 GA-116, Hamilton, GA 31811) Breakfast: 7:30 a.m. to 8:15 a.m. Lunch: 10 a.m. to Noon *Meals must be consumed on-site in the school cafeteria. 7-Day Meal Pick-Up at Park Elementary Dates: Mondays – June 2, 9, 16, and 23, 2025Time: 10 a.m. to NoonLocation: Park Elementary (13185 US Highway 27 N, Hamilton, GA 31811)*A parent or guardian must be present to pick up meals.*Each child's legal first and last name is required. 'Our goal is to make sure every child in Harris County has access to nutritious meals, even when school is out.' said Brad Johnson, HCSD School Nutrition Director. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
Yahoo
06-05-2025
- General
- Yahoo
Harris County students sign to become future teachers
HARRIS COUNTY, Ga. () — For 16 Harris County High School seniors, a chapter is closing, but a new one is just beginning. Each year, the Georgia Future Educators Program holds a signing day for students across the state who are committing to get education degrees. This year's date is May 6, but Harris County High School held their signing one day early. 'You all have the biggest opportunity to make such a massive impact in the smallest of ways in each little baby that comes into your class every single day,' said Jennifer Robinson, an HCSD educator who has taught 14 of the 16 signing students. 'I don't want you to forget that either… this is not for the faint of heart. It takes stamina. It is a marathon. It is not a sprint, but it is so worth it.' While the signing itself is symbolic, not binding, it represents a decision which will define students' lives. It was emotional for both students and teachers. 'It marks a new start for teachers everywhere, especially the other seniors who are also signing,' said Karlee Grubbs, an HCSD senior. 'I get to go to Schwab in the fall to be a music educator, and I just get to share how much I love music with other students.' Grubbs said she was inspired to become a teacher by educators like Robinson. Throughout the Monday morning ceremony, the teacher stood behind students as they shared their stories with the audience. When Grubbs became too emotional to finish her speech, Robinson stepped up to the podium and spoke her student's words for her, offering a gentle hug. 'Her support in that moment meant so much to me because I wouldn't have been able to finish my speech at all without her help,' Grubbs said, adding, 'She's very bubbly and she's just an extrovert and she's amazing and she's kind to everybody and she makes everybody feel seen and welcome in her class. So I want to be like her in those ways.' Once Grubbs receives her degree from CSU, she hopes to someday teach music at HCSD. About two-thirds of Grubbs' fellow classmates on stage also signed to become educators through CSU. Robinson said, 'It gives me real hope and encouragement for the education future, that we've got kids who are passionate, who are excited and who want to be great teachers for students in their future.' HCSD future educators also signed to study at the College of Coastal Georgia, Middle Georgia State University, Georgia College and State University, Valdosta State University and Columbus Technical College. Last year, 18 students from HCSD signed to pursue education degrees. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
Yahoo
05-05-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
Local high school senior breaking barriers: welding her way forward
COLUMBUS, Ga. () — Welding isn't usually considered a job for teenagers, and it's even more rare to see a young woman in the role. One Harris County High School senior is defying expectations, thanks to a work-based learning program that combines classrooms and careers. Mary Rehrauer works in a male-dominated field, but she's not just holding her own, she's excelling. 'As soon as I got into the Metals class, I knew that was what I wanted to do, ' she said, 'So as soon as I got this job, I applied for the work based learning program and that has helped me tremendously because I would not be here where I am right now without the work-based learning. ' The program allows high schools students to leave campus and work part-time jobs in the field they're studying. For Mary, this was the perfect opportunity, after she had already completed all the welding and art classes offered by the high school. She said those were her only interests and she didn't want to take filler classes for the rest of high school. She admits there's judgement surrounding her interest, 'It's definitely been a wild road, getting over a lot of judgment with not only kids my age but adults. Especially here, [they] see that I'm a female worker and I fix their stuff and they're like, wow, you did that. A lot of people will take you for granted because you're just like you're a woman doing this.' Mary continued, 'I try to do my absolute best to prove everybody that has their doubts about me wrong. Most people have been very encouraging, including my family. They have been nothing but supportive.' Her determination hasn't gone unnoticed, Todd Sibert, co-owner of Sail Trailer, said her work ethic sets her apart. 'She lifts her share… just like the guys do,' Sibert said, 'She's polite, She does the work, she doesn't hesitate and I don't need to tell her anything twice, which is wonderful.' Across Harris County, the work-based learning program connects students with employers in trades like healthcare, construction, engineering, and welding. The goal is to prepare students for life after high school, whether that means college or a career. Georgia House Bill 402, gives employers a discount on workers' compensation premiums, making it easier to hire students like Mary. The program gives students a head start and helps employers find young, local talent. 'Students can explore careers, find out what they like and don't like,' said Gary Johannes, the HCHS work based learning coordinator. 'Moving into college whether that's two or four years, they can also save college debt because they can learn a trade early and not get into a career and come to find out they wanna switch later on. It allows them to learn soft skills, maybe work locally and just have a great work experience.' For Mary, welding is more than a class or a job; it's her passion. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
Yahoo
17-04-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
CTAE student signs with MetroPower
HARRIS COUNTY, Ga. () — At Harris County High School, students in the Career, Technical, and Agricultural Education, or CTAE, program don't just prepare for college. They prepare for careers. Construction teacher Joshua Tracy says students in the CTAE program are introduced to key trades like carpentry, masonry, plumbing, and electrical work. 'The goal here of our program being at the end to turn out quality young workers and to provide them with quality businesses in which they can make a career with.' Tracy said. 'We're heavy on credentialing. And so when the students leave our program, it's our goal that we give them all the credentials that we can.' Senior Trey Wyche was placed in an introductory course with Tracey and quickly found his path through the electrical program. He competed in several SkillsUSA competitions – taking home two first place finishes and a third. At one event, judges from MetroPower watched Wyche work, and they liked what they saw. That interest turned into an offer. Wyche signed with MetroPower as a part of their apprenticeship program- officially launching his career in the electrical trade. Tracy says Wyche's skills and character set him apart. Wyche is set to graduate with a 4.4 GPA. He'll then start college and training with MetroPower. He says he is grateful for the opportunity. Tracy says he hopes this signing strengthens the school's relationship with MetroPower – and shows what's possible when education and industry work hand in hand. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
