Readers Give Octorara A Passing Grade

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Teachers and administrators received a passing grade in a very unscientific poll conducted this week by Parkesburg Today.

Of the 59 readers who voted 39, or 66 percent, said YES to the question, 'Does Octorara Provide Quality Education For Area Children?  Only 20 responders, or 33 percent, voted NO.

Readers yesterday posted some interesting comments on what they thought of Octorara's educational value.

Let's continue the conversation.  If you voted YES, why and what could the district do better?  If you voted NO, explain why and give at least one aspect of the district you think they do provide value.

Last Day to Vote, Does Octorara Make The Grade?

Parkesburg Today wants to know;

DOES OCTORARA PROVIDE A QUALITY EDUCATION FOR AREA CHILDREN?
 
Today is the last day to cast your vote to the poll in the upper right hand corner.

Cast your vote and leave a comment with the reason you voted YES or NO.

Voting ends tonight at midnight.

YMCA Fund Raiser For Area Families

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The Good Kids Garden Party benefits Octorara families struggling financially to pay for day care, preschool, day camp, summer camp and participate in area sports programs.

According to Andrea Evans, YMCA's Program Director, the money raised at the Good Kids Garden Party goes to families in the Octorara area.

Along with Twin Brook's own wines and "heavenly" deserts the Garden Party features a live and silent auction.  Items to be auctioned include:

• A wooden 6X8 children's playhouse
• A new chainsaw
• Trees, bushes, shrubs, and landscaping supplies
• Handyman and lawn care services
• Event tickets

Sounds like a good time.  Tickets are $50 each.  Make reservations here.