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Room with a view

Posted by Paula Scott on Wednesday, October 26, 2022

The Icon spent a quiet moment enjoying the view from a cozy spot on Ada's Main Street. Do you recognize it? The couch in the Ada Public Library reading room offers this view.

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October 19 School Board meeting summary

Posted by Paula Scott on Wednesday, October 26, 2022

The Ada Board of Education held its October meeting at 5:00 p.m. on Wednesday, October 19. The meeting included 

  • Report from Apollo Career Center Superintendent Keith Horner
  • Report on a $4K fundraising drive by the Ada United Methodist Church
  • Plans to introduce 24 new employees at the November 7 Town & Gown banquet
  • Comments on the district’s state report card

ATTENDANCE
All board members were present: Amy Mullins - President, Ron Fleming, Matt Gossman, Ted Griffith and Steve Ramey. Staff present: Robin VanBuskirk - Superintendent, Kim Light - Treasurer, Dan Lee - High School Principal, Britton Devier - Assistant High School Principal, Jeremy Clark - Elementary School Principal.

EXECUTIVE SESSION
The board entered a confidential executive session to consider employment matters, resuming the regular session at 5:12 p.m. 

HEARING OF THE PUBLIC
Keith Horner, superintendent of the Apollo Career Center, presented an update to the board.

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SAFER Alert: Lock cars and remove valuables

Posted by Staff on Wednesday, October 26, 2022

The Ada Police is reminding residents to lock car doors and remove valuables as thefts are being reported.

Get alerts at www.nixle.us/E28CK

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Email Wellness Challenge: “Unwrap Your Gifts”

Posted by Staff on Wednesday, October 26, 2022

Are you interested in improving your wellness by exploring: gratitude, traditional foods with a twist, sustainability, self-care, and more–all wrapped up with new gift ideas?

Ohio State University Extension is offering an “Unwrap Your Gifts” 6-week email wellness challenge to learn about these and other wellness topics. The email challenge connects participants with tips, research, and resources to help blend the traditions of healthy holidays while also taking care of yourself.

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Erin Torres flute recital

Posted by Staff on Wednesday, October 26, 2022

At 8:00 p.m. on October 26, Dr. Erin Torres will present "Old and New Treasures" in a faculty recital at Presser Hall on the ONU campus.

Dr. Torres is Visiting Assistant Professor in Music and Principal Flute of the Lima Symphony Orchestra; Principal Flute, McConnell Arts Center Chamber Orchestra; Second Flute, Evansville Philharmonic Orchestra; Principal Flute, Queen City Opera.

You can also experience a virtual concert by Torres from Spring 2022 at https://youtu.be/Z-LTa9ckzOE

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Friday entertainment moves from the patio to the fireside

Posted by Staff on Wednesday, October 26, 2022

Temperatures may be hovering in the 70s as you read this, but such warm days are numbered. And therefore, The Inn at ONU is making the transition to Fireside Fridays. On October 28 entertainment in the lobby will be Jazz Blue Trio. Note: on October 29 the Inn will be closed.

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