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Knights work hard for exams

By Kate Bauer

Mr. Bowen’s third period sophomore American History class takes notes to prepare for their exam. This class works on topics such as the Civil War, World War II, and other popular events in American History. (Photo submitted.)

With the first semester of the school year almost finished, the Crestview Middle and High School students began their exams this week. Exam periods began Tuesday this week and will conclude on Friday. Teachers worked hard to prepare students for these exams.

The varsity basketball team has been having a very successful season and continues to play hard with a game against Spencerville tomorrow. Middle school basketball teams are preparing to face off in tournament and they are working very hard in practice and they have been very successful this season. Varsity girls’ basketball has been very successful this season as well. Senior, Catelyn Mefferd said, “My favorite part of basketball my senior year was beating Jefferson. It was the highlight of my season.”

Knight Vision and Jazz Band are preparing for their upcoming competition on February 4 at East Noble. The group is working very hard to achieve success at this competition. They are also beginning preparations on their dinner theater performance coming up in March. The Crestview Chapter of the National Honor Society held their annual blood drive on January 17 they received 114 units of blood only one unit short of their goal. “It is fun to sit down in the gym all day and work together with others to witness people saving lives,” said senior NHS member Brittany Longwell.

The junior class is working on preparations for their prom at the Willow Bend Country Club in Van Wert. Student council members are forming committees to help with prom such as the decorating, food, and promenade committees. Junior James Myers said, “I am really looking forward to prom. I can’t wait to get my tuxedo and I am looking forward to eating.” Go Knights!

POSTED: 01/25/12 at 3:12 pm. FILED UNDER: Knights in the News