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Auburn High School had 15 band students
perform in the Tri-County Honor Band held
March 11, including, front (L-R): Colton
Brummett, Jonathan Jones, Ashley Curtis,
Hannah Rhoades, Katie Cartwright, Lacey
Luke, Erika Bergmann, Megan Chrisler; back:
Bryan Diemer, Brett Davis, Matthew Burke,
Logan Kuhn, Brandon Townsend, Anthony
Coffman, Austin Wilson and Demi Bonds.
perform in the Tri-County Honor Band held
March 11, including, front (L-R): Colton
Brummett, Jonathan Jones, Ashley Curtis,
Hannah Rhoades, Katie Cartwright, Lacey
Luke, Erika Bergmann, Megan Chrisler; back:
Bryan Diemer, Brett Davis, Matthew Burke,
Logan Kuhn, Brandon Townsend, Anthony
Coffman, Austin Wilson and Demi Bonds.
Senior members of the Auburn High School
Prom Court are, front (left to right): Maggie
Dambacher, Lacey Armstead, Katie Howard,
Taylor Hunt, Andrea Jones; back: Jordan
Bartolazzi, Rob Barrow, James Dambacher,
Sam Greifzu and Chris Costello. The annual
Junior-Senior Prom will be held Saturday,
April 24 at the Route 66 Hotel in Springfield.
Prom Court are, front (left to right): Maggie
Dambacher, Lacey Armstead, Katie Howard,
Taylor Hunt, Andrea Jones; back: Jordan
Bartolazzi, Rob Barrow, James Dambacher,
Sam Greifzu and Chris Costello. The annual
Junior-Senior Prom will be held Saturday,
April 24 at the Route 66 Hotel in Springfield.
Top music students at Auburn High School
were honored at the May 11 Spring Concert.
They included, seated (left to right): Hannah
Rhoades (Outstanding Senior Band
member), Jonathan Jones (Arion Award),
Chelsea Gill (Outstanding Senior Choir
member, National Choral Award); back:
Ashley Curtis (All-State Chorus), Austin
Wilson (All-State Future Music Educators
Seminar) and Megan Chrisler (John Phillip
Sousa Award, All-State Band, Outstanding
Senior Band member).
were honored at the May 11 Spring Concert.
They included, seated (left to right): Hannah
Rhoades (Outstanding Senior Band
member), Jonathan Jones (Arion Award),
Chelsea Gill (Outstanding Senior Choir
member, National Choral Award); back:
Ashley Curtis (All-State Chorus), Austin
Wilson (All-State Future Music Educators
Seminar) and Megan Chrisler (John Phillip
Sousa Award, All-State Band, Outstanding
Senior Band member).
SAFE Place Camp starts June 2
Auburn C.U.S.D. #10 is pleased to announce the continuation of the SAFE Place Summer
Activity Camp (daycare program) to be held at the Divernon Grade School. The SAFE Place
will be open Monday-Friday, 7 a.m.-6 p.m. The camp start date is set for Wednesday, June
2 and will run through Friday, August 13. At the conclusion of the camp, regular day care
programmng will be available. The program is open to students entering Pre-K (or last
least three years of age on or before September 1, 2010) through students entering the
sixth grade during the 2010-2011 school year. The program consists of field trips,
recreational activities, arts/crafts, computers, engaged learning opportunities, supervised
play and lots of fun, fun and more fun! Snacks will also be served two times daily, but
students need to bring a sack lunch. The cost of the program is $95 per week per child.
Families with more than one child may receive a discount if all children enrolled in the
program are full time. There is also a part-time rate of $23 per day for one to four days a
week. A $75 non-refundable registration fee will be due with the registration form. This
registration fee covers the cost of entrance fees charged on field trips, supplies and
materials. The weekly charges are due on Monday of each week. Dana Beck will serve as
the project coordinator throughout the summer. Staff members, which include school
personnel, high school graduates and Auburn High School students, will provide fun,
educational activities for the attendees. Registration forms are now available. This
program is open to full-time and part-time participants. Registration forms and financial
assistance application forms may be obtained by contacting Dana Beck at Safe Place
(438-5149) or the elementary offices at Auburn (438-6916) and Divernon (628-3611).
Please call if additional information is needed.
Auburn C.U.S.D. #10 is pleased to announce the continuation of the SAFE Place Summer
Activity Camp (daycare program) to be held at the Divernon Grade School. The SAFE Place
will be open Monday-Friday, 7 a.m.-6 p.m. The camp start date is set for Wednesday, June
2 and will run through Friday, August 13. At the conclusion of the camp, regular day care
programmng will be available. The program is open to students entering Pre-K (or last
least three years of age on or before September 1, 2010) through students entering the
sixth grade during the 2010-2011 school year. The program consists of field trips,
recreational activities, arts/crafts, computers, engaged learning opportunities, supervised
play and lots of fun, fun and more fun! Snacks will also be served two times daily, but
students need to bring a sack lunch. The cost of the program is $95 per week per child.
Families with more than one child may receive a discount if all children enrolled in the
program are full time. There is also a part-time rate of $23 per day for one to four days a
week. A $75 non-refundable registration fee will be due with the registration form. This
registration fee covers the cost of entrance fees charged on field trips, supplies and
materials. The weekly charges are due on Monday of each week. Dana Beck will serve as
the project coordinator throughout the summer. Staff members, which include school
personnel, high school graduates and Auburn High School students, will provide fun,
educational activities for the attendees. Registration forms are now available. This
program is open to full-time and part-time participants. Registration forms and financial
assistance application forms may be obtained by contacting Dana Beck at Safe Place
(438-5149) or the elementary offices at Auburn (438-6916) and Divernon (628-3611).
Please call if additional information is needed.
75th annual Divernon Homecoming July
15-17
The Divernon Homecoming will celebrate its 75th anniversary July 15-17. This year’s
theme is “Celebrating in the Park since 1935.” From its earliest days, the Homecoming
has been an annual event where family and friends come together to renew old
acquaintances and meet new friends.
The Homecoming features a carnival, bands, car and tractor show, tournament games
and more. On Saturday, Sunshine the Clown and Tim the Twister present a Clown Magic
Show from 11 a.m. - noon followed by special priced wrist band for the carnival from noon
- 4 p.m. only. Advanced ride tickets will soon be available at area businesses.
Entertainment is Roscoe and the Roosters (Thursday); Royal Pain (Friday); and Sarin
(Saturday afternoon) and The Rave (Saturday night). Tournament events to be held are
Washers, Hillbilly Golf, Horseshoes, Kids Tractor Pull and Corn Hole. Tournament events
cost $5 per person with 100 percent prize payout awarded with the exception of the Kids
Tractor Pull (no entry fee to participate).
Saturday activities include the annual Divernon Homecoming Car and Tractor Show.
Registration is from 8 - 10 a.m. with judging from 10 a.m. - noon. Awards will be
announced at 1 p.m. Contact Julie Patterson about the car show at 494-4520 and Curtis
Kessler about the tractor show (including transportation of tractors) at 722-3593.
The popular Divernon Mystery Cook-Off takes place on Saturday. There is a limit of 12
teams. Get your team pre-registered by calling Brittney Crist at 416-8617. The annual
homecoming parade begin at 6 pm. Trucks, cars, and floats are welcomed to join the
parade. Contact Stephanie or Melissa at 628-3441. For more information, contact Herman
Goddard, (628-3404), or Troy Squires, (628-1379).
15-17
The Divernon Homecoming will celebrate its 75th anniversary July 15-17. This year’s
theme is “Celebrating in the Park since 1935.” From its earliest days, the Homecoming
has been an annual event where family and friends come together to renew old
acquaintances and meet new friends.
The Homecoming features a carnival, bands, car and tractor show, tournament games
and more. On Saturday, Sunshine the Clown and Tim the Twister present a Clown Magic
Show from 11 a.m. - noon followed by special priced wrist band for the carnival from noon
- 4 p.m. only. Advanced ride tickets will soon be available at area businesses.
Entertainment is Roscoe and the Roosters (Thursday); Royal Pain (Friday); and Sarin
(Saturday afternoon) and The Rave (Saturday night). Tournament events to be held are
Washers, Hillbilly Golf, Horseshoes, Kids Tractor Pull and Corn Hole. Tournament events
cost $5 per person with 100 percent prize payout awarded with the exception of the Kids
Tractor Pull (no entry fee to participate).
Saturday activities include the annual Divernon Homecoming Car and Tractor Show.
Registration is from 8 - 10 a.m. with judging from 10 a.m. - noon. Awards will be
announced at 1 p.m. Contact Julie Patterson about the car show at 494-4520 and Curtis
Kessler about the tractor show (including transportation of tractors) at 722-3593.
The popular Divernon Mystery Cook-Off takes place on Saturday. There is a limit of 12
teams. Get your team pre-registered by calling Brittney Crist at 416-8617. The annual
homecoming parade begin at 6 pm. Trucks, cars, and floats are welcomed to join the
parade. Contact Stephanie or Melissa at 628-3441. For more information, contact Herman
Goddard, (628-3404), or Troy Squires, (628-1379).
Awards presented at May 11 spring concert
Auburn High School band and chorus students received awards at the annual spring concert held
Tuesday, May 11. (more)
Auburn High School band and chorus students received awards at the annual spring concert held
Tuesday, May 11. (more)
Jordan Bartolazzi and Katie
Howard are this year's recipients of
the Tony Parola Award, given
annually to one male and one
female senior student-athlete at
Auburn High School. The winners
exhibit good leadership, moral
character and sportsmanship
while also earning letters in at
least two sports as a senior.
Howard are this year's recipients of
the Tony Parola Award, given
annually to one male and one
female senior student-athlete at
Auburn High School. The winners
exhibit good leadership, moral
character and sportsmanship
while also earning letters in at
least two sports as a senior.
AHS Class of 1980 to hold reunion July
23-24
The Auburn High School Class of 1980 has scheduled two events to celebrate their thirtieth
anniversary of its graduation. On Friday, July 23 at 6 p.m. a gathering will be held at Fulgenzi's, 214
West Chestnut Street, Chatham, for dinner. This event welcomes all members of the Class of
1980, whether they attended Auburn schools for one year or 13 years; all members of the classes
of 1979 and 1981, and all of our teachers. On Saturday, July 24 at 6 p.m. the Class of 1980 will
hold its reunion at Edgewood Golf Club in Auburn. All members of the AHS class of 1980, no
matter when they attended, are invited to the reunion.
For the Friday event, Fulgen-zi's has created a special menu with items such as grilled chicken
and jumbo shrimp dinners, as well as 14 pastas. The cost is $18. If more than 45 people plan to
attend, a buffet will be served for the same price. Please RSVP to Linda Chandler LaFever at
ljlafever@att.net. On Saturday, the Class of 1980 will enjoy a relaxed atmosphere, a few surprises,
and a catered buffet at Edgewood. If you did not receive an invitation, contact Linda Chandler
LaFever at the above e-mail address. The Class of 1980 Reunion Committee has developed a
page on Facebook titled AHS Class of 1980 30 year reunion.
23-24
The Auburn High School Class of 1980 has scheduled two events to celebrate their thirtieth
anniversary of its graduation. On Friday, July 23 at 6 p.m. a gathering will be held at Fulgenzi's, 214
West Chestnut Street, Chatham, for dinner. This event welcomes all members of the Class of
1980, whether they attended Auburn schools for one year or 13 years; all members of the classes
of 1979 and 1981, and all of our teachers. On Saturday, July 24 at 6 p.m. the Class of 1980 will
hold its reunion at Edgewood Golf Club in Auburn. All members of the AHS class of 1980, no
matter when they attended, are invited to the reunion.
For the Friday event, Fulgen-zi's has created a special menu with items such as grilled chicken
and jumbo shrimp dinners, as well as 14 pastas. The cost is $18. If more than 45 people plan to
attend, a buffet will be served for the same price. Please RSVP to Linda Chandler LaFever at
ljlafever@att.net. On Saturday, the Class of 1980 will enjoy a relaxed atmosphere, a few surprises,
and a catered buffet at Edgewood. If you did not receive an invitation, contact Linda Chandler
LaFever at the above e-mail address. The Class of 1980 Reunion Committee has developed a
page on Facebook titled AHS Class of 1980 30 year reunion.
Did sign do the job?
It was $1,501,102.23. As of the first of the week, it is $895,830.23. (more)
It was $1,501,102.23. As of the first of the week, it is $895,830.23. (more)
DUMC starts Back to School supplies
drive
The Divernon United Methodist Church is collecting school supplies or donations for its
annual Back to School Drive. School supplies collected will be placed in backpacks and
provided to families seeking assistance at the start of the new school year. Not sure what
to donate or where? There will be drop boxes and supply lists available at these area
businesses, Divernon Library, Illini Bank and United Community Bank. Contributions will
need to be received by August 13. For further information, contact the Divernon United
Methodist Church at 628-3530 or mail contributions to 503 South Second Street,
Divernon, IL 62530.
drive
The Divernon United Methodist Church is collecting school supplies or donations for its
annual Back to School Drive. School supplies collected will be placed in backpacks and
provided to families seeking assistance at the start of the new school year. Not sure what
to donate or where? There will be drop boxes and supply lists available at these area
businesses, Divernon Library, Illini Bank and United Community Bank. Contributions will
need to be received by August 13. For further information, contact the Divernon United
Methodist Church at 628-3530 or mail contributions to 503 South Second Street,
Divernon, IL 62530.
Joe Seibt, left and Julia Potts are the
Valedictorian and Salutatorian of the
2010 Auburn High School graduating
class. Seibt, son of Ms. Diane Doglio,
will attend the University of Illinois at
Champaign/Urbana and major in
engineering. Potts, daughter of Kathy
and Curt Fishburn, will be a political
science major with a focus on law at
the University of Missouri at Columbia.
Valedictorian and Salutatorian of the
2010 Auburn High School graduating
class. Seibt, son of Ms. Diane Doglio,
will attend the University of Illinois at
Champaign/Urbana and major in
engineering. Potts, daughter of Kathy
and Curt Fishburn, will be a political
science major with a focus on law at
the University of Missouri at Columbia.
Kids fishing tournament Sunday, Sept.
19
The Divernon Sportman’s Club will hold the 22nd Gabby’s Kids Fishing Tournament
Sunday, September 19. All anglers 16 years or age and under are invited to try their luck at
catching either the most or the largest fish. Prizes will be awarded in many categories.
Sign up begins at 12 noon and the tournament will be held from 1 to 3 p.m. with the family
picnic to follow. A pole and some bait is all that is needed to join in the fun.
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The Divernon Sportman’s Club will hold the 22nd Gabby’s Kids Fishing Tournament
Sunday, September 19. All anglers 16 years or age and under are invited to try their luck at
catching either the most or the largest fish. Prizes will be awarded in many categories.
Sign up begins at 12 noon and the tournament will be held from 1 to 3 p.m. with the family
picnic to follow. A pole and some bait is all that is needed to join in the fun.
LIHEAP coming to Divernon
Thursday, Sept. 30
LIHEAP representatives will be coming to Divernon Thursday, September 30 from 9 a.m.
to 12 noon. This is only for elderly and disabled residents, who are asked to bring: 1. Proof
of income for the last 30 days; 2. Social Security cards for everyone in the home; 3. Most
recent heat and electric bills. For more information, call the village office at 628-3416.
Thursday, Sept. 30
LIHEAP representatives will be coming to Divernon Thursday, September 30 from 9 a.m.
to 12 noon. This is only for elderly and disabled residents, who are asked to bring: 1. Proof
of income for the last 30 days; 2. Social Security cards for everyone in the home; 3. Most
recent heat and electric bills. For more information, call the village office at 628-3416.
'City Lights' theme for Homecoming,
parade October 9
The 2010 Auburn High School Homecoming Parade is coming soon, and the theme this
year is "City Lights." The parade will begin Saturday, October 9 at 10 a.m. and will follow
the same route as previous years. Line up for the parade will begin at 9 a.m. Citizens and
community organizations interested in having an entry in the parade should contact the
Auburn High School office, leaving the name of the organization, a contact name, a phone
number, the type of entry (float, car, truck, people walking, etc), and the approximate size of
the entry. Any questions regarding the homecoming parade should be directed to John
Moranski, Auburn High School librarian.
parade October 9
The 2010 Auburn High School Homecoming Parade is coming soon, and the theme this
year is "City Lights." The parade will begin Saturday, October 9 at 10 a.m. and will follow
the same route as previous years. Line up for the parade will begin at 9 a.m. Citizens and
community organizations interested in having an entry in the parade should contact the
Auburn High School office, leaving the name of the organization, a contact name, a phone
number, the type of entry (float, car, truck, people walking, etc), and the approximate size of
the entry. Any questions regarding the homecoming parade should be directed to John
Moranski, Auburn High School librarian.
During this past summer, Bob Hilligoss,
social studies teacher at Auburn Junior High
at Divernon, along with his friend Henry
Weaver, became acquainted with a group of
college students from the People’s Republic
of China. The students were in America as
part of a work study group sponsored by their
government. Their goals were to improve
their use of the English language and to
learn about American culture. Prior to this,
the girls worked at the Gateway to the Glacier
International Park in Kalispell, Montana.
Taking Mr. Hilligoss’s invitational to visit his
school, the girls took the time to visit in
September where they spoke to the students
about their lives in China and answered
many questions. After their visit, the group
toured several Springfield attractions,
including the Abraham Lincoln Presidential
Library and Lincoln’s Tomb. Courtney
Murphy served as master of ceremonies for
the event. Pictured are, left to right: Mr.
Hilligoss, Mengyl Yu (Michelle), Mengxian
Zheng (Veronica), Yue Dong (Amy), Con
Wang (Clair) and Mr. Weaver.
social studies teacher at Auburn Junior High
at Divernon, along with his friend Henry
Weaver, became acquainted with a group of
college students from the People’s Republic
of China. The students were in America as
part of a work study group sponsored by their
government. Their goals were to improve
their use of the English language and to
learn about American culture. Prior to this,
the girls worked at the Gateway to the Glacier
International Park in Kalispell, Montana.
Taking Mr. Hilligoss’s invitational to visit his
school, the girls took the time to visit in
September where they spoke to the students
about their lives in China and answered
many questions. After their visit, the group
toured several Springfield attractions,
including the Abraham Lincoln Presidential
Library and Lincoln’s Tomb. Courtney
Murphy served as master of ceremonies for
the event. Pictured are, left to right: Mr.
Hilligoss, Mengyl Yu (Michelle), Mengxian
Zheng (Veronica), Yue Dong (Amy), Con
Wang (Clair) and Mr. Weaver.
Divernon UMC sponsoring Holiday
Giving Mission
The Divernon United Methodist Church Food Pantry is sponsoring a community-wide
Holiday Giving Mission. With your help, it is the church's goal to provide families with a
bountiful Thanksgiving basket and a joyful Christmas. In 2009, the DUMC and the
Divernon community served 20 families during the holiday season. The need to help
continues today. You can be part of this mission by making a voluntary donation or by
letting us know of a family who would welcome some holiday cheer. Donations received
will be used to purchase traditional holiday items. Any monetary donation is welcomed; all
are tax deductible. Please make checks payable to the DUMC Food Pantry and mail to
DUMC, 503 S. Second Street, Divernon, IL 62530. A $45 donation covers the cost of a
traditional holiday feast, which will feed a family of 4-5. Donations must be received by
November 19. If you have questions, please call 628-3530.
Giving Mission
The Divernon United Methodist Church Food Pantry is sponsoring a community-wide
Holiday Giving Mission. With your help, it is the church's goal to provide families with a
bountiful Thanksgiving basket and a joyful Christmas. In 2009, the DUMC and the
Divernon community served 20 families during the holiday season. The need to help
continues today. You can be part of this mission by making a voluntary donation or by
letting us know of a family who would welcome some holiday cheer. Donations received
will be used to purchase traditional holiday items. Any monetary donation is welcomed; all
are tax deductible. Please make checks payable to the DUMC Food Pantry and mail to
DUMC, 503 S. Second Street, Divernon, IL 62530. A $45 donation covers the cost of a
traditional holiday feast, which will feed a family of 4-5. Donations must be received by
November 19. If you have questions, please call 628-3530.