The Kiwanis Club of Oakdale concluded the 2018-2019 school year by presenting the 2019 Hope America Awards to sixth graders at each of the four Oakdale elementary schools. Awardees are chosen for excellent grades, outstanding character and leadership. Here, Cloverland Cougars Jack Johnson and Samantha Powell are shown alongside Kiwanis President Myril Tougaw, left, and Secretary Nanci Tougaw, right. Look for the honorees from other elementary schools in upcoming July issues of The Leader.

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