This week we are thrilled to write about a delightful young lady, TJ Verdegaal. TJ was a contestant in the annual Distinguished Young Woman of Oakdale program, which was held Saturday, Feb. 13 at Magnolia School. TJ is active in many community events, and is involved in school activities such as cheerleading, track and leadership. She has earned her Academic Block O as well as her Athletic Block O. TJ was also chosen as 2016 Winter Homecoming Queen. TJ is looking forward to attending San Diego State after graduation from Oakdale High. She is the daughter of proud parents, Sarah and Mike Verdegaal and the adored sister of brother Jack. Our Valley Home community sends its very best wishes to you TJ. We are so proud of you!
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Our Valley Home School basketball teams visited Paradise School and all had a super time. Special thanks to our Valley Home School Superintendent, Tom Price and awesome coaches, Bonnie Gellerman and Tom Cassinetto. You are all appreciated very much! Next basketball game will be played at home against Roberts Ferry on February 26th ... all are invited to come and support your Valley Home Hawks!
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Excitement abounds as we follow Oakdale High School basketball player, Mitch McDonald. Mitchell has tremendous ability and is a star player on the court and a true gentleman off the court. Great job, Mitch!
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Good news for Valley Home students ... at last week’s school board meeting, Superintendent Price announced that besides football, volleyball, soccer and basketball, students will now get to participate in track. What fun our students will have this spring!
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March 24th will be a very important day at Valley Home School. The day will be filled Ag education and hands on learning. It is going to be a great day for our Valley Home students, “Ag Day 2016!” More info to come.
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Please remember to mark your calendar for April 23rd. This is the date for our Valley Home School Spring Fling Dinner Dance. All dinner proceeds will go toward building a greenhouse at school! What a great learning experience a greenhouse will be for our Valley Home students. Watch for more details!
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We would like to offer our deepest sympathy to the Amerine family. The passing of Mrs. Connie Amerine at age 92 will leave a huge void for the Amerine family. Mrs. Amerine is survived by husband Reagan Amerine, daughter Jennifer Hibbard, sons Ronald Amerine and Gary Amerine as well as several loving grandchildren and great grandchildren.
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As always you may reach me by calling (209) 985-5233 or by email at winniemullins51@gmail.com. Until next time ‘Happy Trails to All!’
