State Lawmakers to honor DCHS Valedictorian and Salutatorian

March 19, 2022
By: Dwayne Page

State Senate Joint Resolutions honoring DeKalb County High School Class of 2022 Valedictorian Isabella France and Salutatorian Jacey Hatfield have been introduced in the Tennessee General Assembly by State Senator Mark Pody.

The resolutions are expected to be adopted by both the State House and Senate and signed by the Governor.

The Resolution honoring and recognizing France states as follows:

“A RESOLUTION to honor and recognize Isabella France, 2022 Valedictorian of DeKalb County High School.

WHEREAS, it is fitting that we should pause to pay tribute to those students who, through their natural talents and unflagging commitment to academic excellence, have distinguished themselves in the classroom; and WHEREAS, Isabella France is one such exceptional student, who was recently named Valedictorian of the 2022 graduating class at DeKalb County High School; and

WHEREAS, through diligent study, steady composure during examinations, and steadfast commitment of time and talent, Ms. France has achieved outstanding academic success and joined the ranks of the best and brightest students in Tennessee and our country; and

WHEREAS, in her remarkable high school career, Isabella France has earned an exemplary grade point average while participating in numerous extracurricular activities; she is a member of Future Business Leaders of America, Fellowship of Christian Athletes, Literature Club, Service Society Club, Beta Club, HOSA, and Science Club and has been a cheerleader since the age of eight; and

WHEREAS, in addition to her academic excellence, Ms. France commits her time to a number of community pursuits, including distributing meals to those in need, helping her elders get groceries, and participating in the maintenance of her school’s appearance; and

WHEREAS, her noteworthy accomplishment is a tremendous source of pride for her parents, Kim Frazier and Tim France, her school, and her community; and WHEREAS, Isabella France’s display of intellectual aptitude and ambition surely bodes well for her future success; and

WHEREAS, Ms. France’s dedication to excellence is clearly deserving of the respect, admiration, and commendation of the members of this General Assembly; now, therefore,

BE IT RESOLVED BY THE SENATE OF THE ONE HUNDRED TWELFTH GENERAL ASSEMBLY OF THE STATE OF TENNESSEE, THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES CONCURRING, that we hereby commend and honor the 2022 DeKalb County High School Valedictorian, Isabella France, on her impressive academic achievement and extend to her our best wishes for a happy, successful future”.

The Resolution honoring Hatfield states as follows:

“A RESOLUTION to honor and recognize Jacey Hatfield, 2022 Salutatorian of DeKalb County High School.

WHEREAS, it is fitting that we should pause to pay tribute to those students who, through their natural talents and unflagging commitment to academic excellence, have distinguished themselves in the classroom; and

WHEREAS, Jacey Hatfield is one such exceptional student, who was recently named Salutatorian of the 2022 graduating class at DeKalb County High School; and WHEREAS, through diligent study, steady composure during examinations, and steadfast commitment of time and talent, Ms. Hatfield has achieved outstanding academic success and joined the ranks of the best and brightest students in Tennessee and our country; and

WHEREAS, in her remarkable high school career, Jacey Hatfield has earned an exemplary grade point average while participating in numerous extracurricular activities; she is a member of Future Business Leaders of America, FFA, and Fellowship of Christian Athletes and is a Senior Beta Club member; she has played softball since she was eight and for the past four years, has been a starter for the DeKalb County High School team; and

WHEREAS, in addition to her academic excellence, Ms. Hatfield commits her time to a number of community pursuits; she has volunteered with the White County Fair, distributed Thanksgiving meals, and read to the youth at Smithville Elementary School; and WHEREAS, her noteworthy accomplishment is a tremendous source of pride for her parents, Jeremy and Jennifer Hatfield, her school, and her community; and

WHEREAS Jacey Hatfield’s display of intellectual aptitude and ambition surely bodes well for her future success; and

WHEREAS Ms. Hatfield’s dedication to excellence is clearly deserving of the respect, admiration, and commendation of the members of this General Assembly; now, therefore,

BE IT RESOLVED BY THE SENATE OF THE ONE HUNDRED TWELFTH GENERAL ASSEMBLY OF THE STATE OF TENNESSEE, THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES CONCURRING, that we hereby commend and honor the 2022 DeKalb County High School Salutatorian, Jacey Hatfield, on her impressive academic achievement and extend to her our best wishes for a happy, successful future”

March 18, 2022
By: Bill Conger

Mix in some Music, Reading, and Art with Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math, and you have a concoction of academic entertainment. Science disciplines and the liberal arts joined forces for S.T.R.E.A.M. Fair at Camp Read S’More on March 3 as more than 400 students, families, faculty, and staff attended at DeKalb West School. Going on a book hike, making slime, a search for Legos, and Minute-to-Win-It games were all part of the fun.

“The pace of the night was great,” says Librarian Amanda Mullinax, who coordinated the night’s activities. “I saw several pinch pots as well as books, buttons, and bookmarks,” Mullinax said. “I heard about instruments and experiments as well as the question “Do I have to complete this in a minute?” randomly throughout the night.”

This year’s fair took at twist on past years when literacy was the primary focus.

“By bringing Science, Technology, Engineering, Art, and Mathematics together with Reading, we were able to expand our ideas and take a different direction with our activities and sessions,” says Mullinax. “The experiments and makerspaces were a hit! Since we haven’t had many opportunities over the last few years for events such as this, Full STEAM Ahead at Camp Read S’More allowed us to be together as a DWS school family. It also provided an opportunity for the students and families to enjoy learning together.”

DWS Junior Beta students and high school volunteers gave of their time to pull off the large scale endeavor. Lisa Cripps and Jennifer Matthews with DeKalb Prevention Coalition, Leigh Fuson with DeKalb County 4-H, DTC, Ria Baker, and Mary Ann Puckett contribute their time, talents, and resources. DWS staff and Central Office employees rolled up their sleeves to work the project.

“I know sometimes my name is associated with this night, but it would not be possible if the teachers and staff weren’t willing” Mullinax said. “They go above and beyond to make this night what it is. I could plan and plan and plan, but this night would not happen without them, without their creativity, and without their love for this school and our students.”

Computer teacher Lori Pryor coordinated the STREAM Fair projects that were on display that night. Judges chose the following students as winners in their respective categories.

PreK-1st Literature:
1st Marley Pyburn
2nd Auna Starnes
3rd Ripley Barnes

PreK-1st Science:
1st Drew Salvilla
2nd Claire Cripps
3rd Josee Cripps

Family Science:
1st Kaden Mullinax and Karson Mullinax

2nd, 3rd, 4th Literature
1st Mollie Reynolds
2nd Cash Hancock
3rd Carson Maynard
Honorable Mention Jackson Dunnaway

2nd, 3rd, 4th Science
1st Levi Reynolds
2nd Christian Cripps
3rd Bryce Harvey
Honorable Mention Billy Clark, Cameron Pursell, Emma Thomason , Aiden Garza, Hailey Brown and Cainnan Humphrey

2nd, 3rd, 4th Social Studies
1st Grady Thomason
2nd Jaxson Keenan
3rd Charley Prichard
Honorable Mention Averie Winchester , Zane Griffith, Lillian Dillard

5th, 6th, 7th Literature
1st Camille Barton
2nd Autumn Crook
3rd Porter Hancock
Honorable Mention Ava Melton, Lucy Moore, Bella Franz

5th, 6th, 7th Social Studies
1st William Johnson
2nd Michael Justice
3rd Fiona Street
Honorable Mention Pixie Willingham, Cameron Salas, Cash Dotson, Ellie Ray

5th, 6th, 7th, Science
1st Katie Beth Swearinger
2nd Sophie Desimone

8th Author Study
1st Danica Collier
2nd Ethan Reynolds
3rd Chaylea Lunsford
3rd Cameron Stanley

March 18, 2022
By:

The 2022 concert season at Bert Driver’s Burlap Room and Beer Garden kicks off Saturday, March 26 with “Lebowski By the Lake,” a concert and celebration of the comedy classic The Big Lebowski.

Directed by the Coen Brothers, this cult favorite features Jeff Bridges as The Dude, aka Jeff Lebowski, a stoner mistaken for a millionaire who shares the same name. Festivities include a photo booth, trivia, concert, and costume contest. The featured band for the evening will be Kinfolk, playing a mix of classic rock.

All shows in the 2022 concert series will be held on the scenic grounds of Bert Driver Nursery in Smithville. These are family and pet friendly events, and gates open at 4. Specialty food trucks will be on hand with refreshments. Local craft beers and CBD-products will be available inside the Burlap Room Tap Room.

“Every year, attendance at our concerts and festivals has grown as word spreads about the unique experience we’ve created here for live music under the stars” says Driver. “This year we’re offering a series of shows with something for everyone, whatever your taste in popular music.”

The current line-up for the 2022 Burlap Room concert series includes:

•Lebowski By The Lake festival with Kinfolk
•Crawfish Boil II with Soul Project NOLA
•Earth Day IX with Airshow and East Nash Grass
•Center Hill Lake Fest with McKinley James
•The Upper Cumberland All-Stars Tribute to Tom Petty
•Southern Rock Jam featuring The Joe Harvey Band
•Outlaw Country Review featuring Cody Purvis & Friends
•Middle of Somewhere Hemp Fest IV
•Music City Stones Tribute to the Rolling Stones
•Dia De Los Muertos III

All events are rain or shine; in the event of rain the concert and festivities move inside to the enclosed Solstice Stage. Tickets can be purchased in advance or day of show.

For more information, head to www.bertdriver.com, follow us on Facebook: @bertdriverburlaproom, and Instagram: @burlaproom

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