Graduation rule change makes good sense for honors
The Aiken County School Board approves a 2011 policy shift that delays valedictorian and salutatorian determinations until after final exams. The plan affects summa cum laude and other honors, aiming to reflect spring grades accurately. Superintendent Beth Everitt notes coverage may come later but accurately reflects students’ work.
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North Korea Eyes April Liftoff for Controversial Satellite Test
Jang Myong Jin, head of a rocket facility, says the country will launch a satellite and vehicle for peaceful purposes between April 12 and 16 despite international skepticism. Climate scientist Jerry Meehl notes record March temperatures at the National Center for Atmospheric Research as evidence of warming.
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Aiken Standard Staff and Contact Details
Publisher and editor credits for Aiken Standard listed along with executive editor, production director, advertising director, business manager, managing editor, classified advertising manager, and delivery manager. Includes names and email handles for Scott B. Hunter Timothy O Briant Phillip Yates Dee Taylor Terri Cheek Michael W Gibbons Letitia Jefferson Laura Tiedman.
Community improvement starts at home and faith
A column urges nearby action to better the community by honoring God in family life. It cites Joshua 24 15 Proverbs 22 6 and Ephesians 6 12 to stress reverence, teaching children, and unity. The piece calls individuals to live rightly, obey laws, and be each other's keeper under shared values.
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Unity in Christ and Community Improvement Proposals
Readers submit columns urging unity in Christ to heal Aiken County after officers to honor fallen heroes. Proposals include prayer meetings, youth programs, school and workplace involvement, and memorial CSRA walkalls to address societal divisions.
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First Hit Memory on a Dusty 1957 Little League Field
A seven year old narrator recalls teaching two urchin players in 1957 Long Island to play baseball without helmets or heart guards. He guides them through basics, notes aluminum bats vs wood, and describes a misplayed grounder that becomes memorable. The scene contrasts old field grit with growing, simple joys of hitting and learning the game.
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