Winter, 2007-2008 - Holmes County Education Foundation

Keynotes
Volume 5 Issue 1 Winter 2007-2008
A publication of the Holmes County Education Foundation
Providing our community with
key opportunities for further
education.
Trustees
John R. Waltman
James J. McGuire
Judge Thomas C. Lee
Linda L. Angelo
Advisory Board
Matt Campbell
Investment Partners, LTD
Kurt Cline
Cline Plumbing & Heating
Carol Hochstetler
Fryburg Door
Pastor Dan Kirtlan
Nashville Church of Christ
David Kline
Farmer
Terri Loder
Loder Farms
Ellis Miller
Hummel Insurance Agency,
Inc.
Mary Miller
Dutchman Hospitality
Cleveland Indians Press Tour
Makes a “Holmes” Run!
T
he Carlisle Village Inn was packed with 275
people on Tuesday, Januar y 22nd as the
Cleveland Indians Press Tour made its biennial
visit to Holmes County. Emcee Matt Under wood from
Spor tsTime Ohio came along with Indians pitchers Jake
Westbrook, Jensen Lewis, and Jeff Stevens, as well as
hitting coach Derek Shelton. The program, sponsored
by Star Laser, Inc. of Berlin and WQKT Radio, began with
a Der Dutchman meal, continued with a highlight film of
Jake Westbrook and fans
the exciting 2007
season, followed by a question and answer
session by the Cleveland Indians. Children
under 18 then lined up for autographs and
pictures with the players while an auction
was held. Game day tickets and autographed
items were generously bid on by donors. All
proceeds from the program, which totaled
over $6,000, benefited the Holmes County L-R: Wes Schmucker, Star Laser, Inc. of Berlin;
Education Foundation’s scholarship program. Darla Stitzlein, HCEF Executive Director;
Jake Westbrook, Cleveland Indians pitcher;
The Foundation would like to thank Wes Amy Cline, HC College Access Coordinator;
Schmucker of Star Laser of Berlin for selecting Anna Patton, HCEF Administrative Assistant.
their organization as the event charity, as well
as all of the individuals and sponsors who made the evening a big success.
Cary House Displays New Sign
Margret Schlichting
Retired Businesswoman
Bruce Stambaugh
Retired Educator
Gary Sterrett
Retired Superintendent
Michael K. Taylor
Holmes County
Community Foundation
Staff
Darla A. Stitzlein
Executive Director
Anna M. Patton
Administrative Assistant
John Mathie (R) of Mathie Construction gives a
thumbs up after he and his crew successfully
placed the new Cary House sign.
On December 13, 2007, workers from Mathie
Construction LTD installed a final piece of the Cary
House renovation project, a sign crafted from a
1,925 lb. stone that was originally the home’s
back porch stoop. The stone was prepared and
sandblasted, then set upon two stone pillars.
The Education Foundation would like to thank
John Mathie and the Mathie Construction
crew for their help with transportation of the
stone and preparations; Ed Gales of Briar Hill
Stone for materials and preparation work;
Chisler’s for engraving; Joel Menuez for
placement of the stone; Holmesville Electric
and Grasshopper Property Maintenance
for lighting; the Village of Millersburg
for placement location; and Millersburg
True Value for transportation assistance.
Inside This Issue
From the Executive Director
New Scholarships Created
How to Establish a Scholarship
Senior Series News
Cary House Meeting Room
Spotlight on Alumni
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A Message from our Director
get stronger and faster and we cheered
each other on. We had great teamwork.
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Darla Stitzlein
have always enjoyed playing sports.
My earliest memories involved
playing football in the backyard with
my brothers and their friends. I was
the running back since I was small and
quick. I also remember playing rundown
with them. This was a game of stealing
bases. I tried softball but never really
liked it. My favorite high school sports
were volleyball and track. I was a bench
warmer in volleyball but MVP in track.
Sure it was great to perform well
and win the competition. But I think
even greater was being a member of a
team. Some of my greatest memories
of those days were daily practices with
girls who still today remain very close
friends of mine. We worked together to
Being a part of a team is a great place
to learn teamwork. But I know sports
are not for everyone. That is why other
activities are so important to offer the
same teamwork opportunities. Take the
Ohio State University Marching Band for
instance. This finely orchestrated and
choreographed group not only makes
superb music but they are a team working
together to craft that perfect Script Ohio.
As our cover story describes, team
members of the Cleveland Indians
recently stopped in Holmes County on
their annual press tour. The Foundation
was fortunate to be chosen as the event
charity. The players were commended
for their contributions towards winning
their Division championship.
They
quickly pointed out that they were
striving to do the best they could to
give their team the best chance to
win. They worked to stay healthy and
to be the best teammate they could be.
The Holmes County Education
Foundation is a wonderful team to be
a part of. I am coached by experienced
leaders who have a passion for higher
education. I am joined by a talented
assistant that does her best for the
team. I am supported by the tax and
legal professionals and donors in the
community that come together to create
scholarship funds to forge a victory
in higher education for our students.
My glory days of high school sports
are long gone now but I still enjoy
being part of a team. These days
my teamwork efforts focus on my
marriage, my job, Rotary Club events,
and conservation and recreational
groups' endeavors. These may not be
as exciting as crossing the finish line in
first place of the 110 meter hurdles, but
they are a lot less painful than skidding
across the cinder track after crashing
into that hurdle in a not so perfect race.
J
Darla A. Stitzlein, Executive Director
Three Scholarships Recently Created
with the Education Foundation
The Roy & Dorothy Stallman
Memorial
Scholarship
was
established in 2007 by Guy Roy
and JoAnne Stallman to honor his
father and mother, Roy & Dorothy
Stallman. Preference will be given to
those pursuing the field of education.
Roy Stallman (1908-1998) taught
school a total of 45 years in Holmes
County; first in one room schools at
Stuber School (Upper Wolf Creek)
Roy & Dorothy Stallman
in Richland Township; Dye’s School
in Ripley Township; Lecky’s School and Todd’s School, both in
Prairie Township; then for Holmesville Elementary School where
he served as Principal for 19 years until his retirement in 1972.
He graduated from Holmesville High School in 1926, Holmes
County Normal in 1927, and later earned his Bachelor of Science
degree in Education from Kent State University in 1957.
The [Anonymous Donors] Achievement Scholarship was
also established in 2007. This scholarship is intended to only
be awarded to students of high potential for success in their
Page careers. Those eligible for this scholarship must be Holmes
County residents and graduating seniors of West Holmes
High School pursuing the fields of teaching, engineering,
science, nursing, or selected pre-med programs.
The Master’s Service Scholarship was established
anonymously in 2007. Those eligible for this scholarship
must be Holmes County residents pursuing further
education and demonstrating financial need. Preference
will be given to those attending a Christian college
such as Cedarville University, Liberty University, Moody
Bible Institute, Mt. Vernon Nazarene University or Taylor
University, and/or pursuing the fields of ministry, music,
music therapy or pharmacy.
All three scholarships will be awarded to assist Holmes
County students having financial need as they pursue their
higher education goals, and they will be administered for
students to be eligible to receive in the future.
To learn more about establishing a scholarship with
the Holmes County Education Foundation, stop in at the
Foundation office or contact Darla Stitzlein, Executive
Director, at (330) 674-7303.
How to Establish a Scholarship
T
he
Holmes
County
Education Foundation has
had the privilege of working
with several donors throughout
the years in establishing
educational scholarships. Each
of these scholarships is created
by a donor to meet their unique
philanthropic interests, achieve
their charitable goals, and
improve the quality of life for
Holmes County residents.
As a special recognition of
donors of $10,000 or more,
we establish named Endowed
Scholarships. These are often
a tribute to a milestone event,
such as an anniversary or birthday,
or to honor a celebrated life. The
donor may determine the name of
the scholarship and its criteria.
The Holmes County Education
Foundation relies solely on the
contributions of citizens who
recognize the importance of
education.
Help us continue
to provide the residents of
Holmes County with educational
opportunities by remembering
the Holmes County Education
Foundation in your will. Contact
Executive Director Darla Stitzlein
at (330) 674-7303 to discuss
establishing a scholarship.
- Holmes County Education Foundation
Scholarship
- [Anonymous Donors] Achievement
Scholarship
- Baserman/Irving Family Scholarship
- Jennifer Bird Duff Memorial Scholarship
- Joe & Frieda Bock Scholarship
- Ami Breitenbucher Memorial Nursing
Scholarship
- Cary Scholarship
- College Access Last Dollar Grant
- Herbert & Corrinne Drushell Scholarship
Diverse Classes
Continue to
Engage Seniors
Cold weather did not keep
senior citizens from venturing
out and learning new things this
winter! The University of Akron |
Wayne College’s Senior Series,
funded by the Foundation, had
a handful of classes to offer
seniors in Holmes County,
including
a
Retirement,
Annuities, and Investing class
taught by Rob Hovis of Edward
Jones Investments, a water
aerobics class taught by Rose
Habrun, and a book discussion
class covering The Grapes
of Wrath, facilitated by Robin
Hauenstein.
Future classes in the Senior
Series include Yoga Pilates
Fusion, a beginning computer
class, a Holmes County Histor y
Class, Ballroom Dancing, and
Practical Spanish in Action.
Scholarships Funded through the
Holmes County Education Foundation
- Donald C. Egger Memorial Scholarship
- French Ridge Title Co. LTD Scholarship
- Aimee Frenette Rickly Memorial Scholarship
- Robert & Elsie Galley Educational Scholarship
- Melanie A. Gehm Memorial Scholarship
- Graven Family Nursing Scholarship
(L-R) Rob Hovis and Gerald Nowels
discuss finances and investments.
- Paul & Esther Haudenschild Memorial Music
Scholarship
- Holmes County Historical Society Scholarship
- Jennifer M. Jones Memorial Scholarship
- Killbuck Area Scholarship
- Helen Logsdon Scholarship
- Master’s Service Scholarship
- McNutt Scholarship
- Patricia M. Morganti Memorial Scholarship
- Keith Nowels Memorial Scholarship
Ladies enjoy a water aerobics class
at the Comfort Inn in Millersburg.
- William H. Patten III Memorial Scholarship
- Dr. Owen & Mildred Patterson Scholarship
- Raymond J. & Louella F. Patterson
Scholarship for Teachers
- Sauerbrey Memorial Scholarship
- John W. & Geneva Schuler Scholarship
- Blair Slutz Memorial Education Scholarship
- Darb Snyder Educational Scholarship
- Roy & Dorothy Stallman Memorial Scholarship
- Maxine Waltman Memorial Scholarship
Robin Hauenstein (back, center)
moderates dialogue during the book
discussion class.
Page - Helen Youngs Music Scholarship
Spotlight on Alumni
I never left Holmes
County,”
said
Darlene
Lint.
“I enjoy the tight
knit community and family
atmosphere most places
in Holmes County have.”
Darlene has been a
system and information
specialist at Holmes Lumber
and Building Center, where
she has been employed
for ten years.
She is
responsible for daily reports
for
upper
management,
bookkeeping of licensing,
quarterly taxes, purchase
orders, and other various
duties such as maintaining
the intranet website used by
Holmes Lumber employees.
Darlene graduated from
West Holmes High School
in 1991, and attended
The University of Akron
– Wayne College, where
she focused studies in
Meeting Room a Good
Location for Local Groups
accounting. “When I first
started at Holmes Lumber,”
Lint states, “I was employed
as the Credit Assistant, and
due to my schooling, quickly
accepted a position as the
Accounts Receivable Clerk.”
Darlene attributed her
educational
experiences
partly to the help she
received from the Education
Foundation.
Money was
restricted for her family
at the time, she said, “so
the amount I received
[from
the
Foundation]
helped me to attend a
college.” Lint received a
scholarship award the ver y
first year the Foundation
provided
scholarships.
Darlene and her family
of four live in Killbuck. She
spends her time with her
husband and children, and
volunteering at her church.
Darlene Lint
“The amount
I received
[from the
Foundation]
helped me
to attend a
college.”
Integral to the service mission of the
Foundation is the provision of meeting
room space to further educational activities
for local groups. The Holmes County
Historical Society is one such group, and
its Board meets on a monthly basis at the
Cary House (see picture, below). Susan
Helal, President of the Holmes County
Historical Society stated, “The board room
is such a nice, quiet place to meet, and
the table is large enough to include all
board members.”
Other groups to have used the Cary
House meeting room include the Civil War
Roundtable of Holmes County and the
local chapter of the American Association
of University Women (AAUW).
To learn more about how your
organization can meet at the Cary House,
call the Foundation at (330) 674-7303.
Holmes County Historical Society Board Meeting
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Providing our Community with
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