– Kaston Hofer Market Beef: Grand Champion – Lilly Johnson, Reserve Champion – Tally Berwick Feeder Beef: Grand Champion – Keira Stentoft Overall Breeding Beef: Grand Champion – Ally Johnson, Reserve Champion – Payton Labatte The Round Robin Showmanship Contest gives an opportunity for the champion showman from the 4-H/ FFA divisions in each species of large animals to compete

How Parents, Educators Can Work Together To Inspire Youth Parents and educators alike aspire to help students perform their best in the classroom. An effective parentteacher partnership can go a long way toward helping children reach their academic potential. With that goal in mind, parents and educators can employ the following strategies as they seek to develop a strong working relationship.

Bigger Sky Kids Program Seeking Adult Volunteers By Bill Vander Weele As the start of the school year approaches, organizers for Bigger Sky Kids are hoping additional volunteers step up to assist the popular after-school program. “We’re always looking for adult volunteers,” Barb Olson, program director, said. “If there are activities and skills they would like to share, just

How To Help Student-Athletes Balance Academics And Athletics The rigors of academia demand every student’s utmost devotion. For some, the challenges in the classroom are accompanied by the thrill of competition on the playing fields. Multi-tasking may be most associated with modern professionals, but many might have learned how to balance multiple responsibilities at once during their days

Continued from page 3 character and morals at the same time we develop thinking skills. In our areas of influence, whether it is in the home, church, school or the community, we must build knowledge and character. If we have integrity and character, our children have a better chance to do the same. Educators must engage the parents and the students to find a path forward that works. Good communication

Tips To Protect Young Athletes’ Feet, Ankles StatePoint In today’s competitive youth sports landscape, injuries are common, and when they do occur, young athletes are often pressured to play through the pain. “The back-to-school season is prime time for foot and ankle injuries from fall sports like soccer, football and cross country,” says Richard Baker, DPM, FACFAS, a foot and