From all the student columnists in our school districts and myself I would like to say “thank you” to the Times News for allowing students to inform the public of their accomplishments and happenings in all schools throughout Carbon County. This was great to give our students the opportunity to play the role of “journalist” over the past few months and hope that some information sparked the readers’ interests.

I would also like to thank the principals in each district for allowing your talented students to be a part of this awesome opportunity.

Have a safe and relaxing summer vacation and hope to see you in the fall!

Sue Ann Gerhard, Coordinator

Weatherly

By Michael Berger and Kelly Michaels

Finishing off our last week, some important dates are coming up.

Our track team competed in districts on May 16 and 17.

Our seniors went on their class trip to Hershey Park on May 19.

They will participate in a baccalaureate service on May 28 and graduate on June 2.

The end of the school year is approaching fast; we wish our seniors the very best of luck in their future endeavors! Last but not least, we would like to thank the Times News and our readers for giving us this wonderful opportunity.

CCTI

By Isabel Wentz

The upcoming week is surely going to be busy for our students.

Juniors will have the opportunity to participate in Whitewater Rafting on Wednesday. Seniors will be enjoying a day at Knoebels on Thursday and all students will have a fun day on Friday - Field Day.

Graduation will be held at 5 p.m. June 1 at the school campus and June 1 is also the students’ last day of school.

Panther Valley

By River Knoblauch and Kyle Lin

In sports, with an almost-undefeated season, the Panther Valley Baseball Team is playing with their hearts and a current record of 19-1, only one loss to Tri-Valley.

The team also took first in the Rothermel Memorial Tournament. Several members of the Panther Valley track and field team brought medals home from Leagues held on May 9 and 10: Brad Jones took first in javelin, Austin Hadley took second in shot put, Michael Pascoe took third in discus and finally Bella Bochicchio was third in shot put.

These members and several others continued their competition at districts on May 16-17.

The Panther Valley softball team had an incredible comeback win against Jim Thorpe, winning with a final score of 15-14 after being down 9-0.

School activities: On May 18, the Panther Valley Newspaper and NHS planned a field trip to Knoebels. Many traveled to Dorney Park the following day with physics teacher Mr. Reabold to show how physics is implemented into real life.

Lehighton

Writers Josiah Kimmel and Gabriella De Dea wish everyone a great summer.

Palmerton

Natalie Mosier and Kira Hauser thank everyone for the opportunity to inform the public of the happenings at Palmerton.

Jim Thorpe

Madison Bukics and Kaylee Tate thank everyone for a great school year and wish everyone a great summer.