Every month we compile a list of students doing great things across the River Region. We have so many talented students in our area. River Region Parents joins with their families and schools to celebrate their achievements!
PES Students Design Fence for Math
In a culmination activity for math, Mrs. Ferguson’s third graders at Prattville Elementary School were challenged with the task of designing a fence for Grandma Gingerbread with a specific number of sides and perimeter. The students had to map out their plan, take it from abstract to concrete by taping off the perimeter in the hall, then program their Dash Robots to travel the perimeter of the fence.
PIS Canned Food Drive
The HOUSE of ALtruismo sponsored a canned food drive at Prattville Intermediate School. Students donated over 700 non-perishable items to the Autauga Interfaith Care Center to assist in their mission to feed the hungry during this holiday season and beyond. We are very proud of how our Cougars serve their school and community.
The Polar Express at Prattville Elementary
Mrs. Ferguson and Mason’s classes put on a stellar performance of The Polar Express at Prattville Elementary School. The students were the cast and crew as they maneuvered the curtains, learned about lighting, memorized lines and performed dances. It was a beautiful show!
Elmore County High Student Signs to Play College Softball
We would like to celebrate Morgan Spear signing a scholarship to play softball at Central Alabama Community College. Thank you to all of her teammates, coaches, family, and friends who came to support her. Congratulations Morgan, we are very proud of you!
Global Outdoor Classroom Day at Daniel Pratt
Children are spending less time outdoors than ever before, which some say is affecting their health, well-being, and development. Time outdoors can make children happier and healthier…which is why we participated in Global Outdoor Classroom day at Daniel Pratt Elementary on November 2, 2023. Students had time outdoors planting, exploring, and completing their assignments.
Holiday Food Drive at Stanhope Elmore
The SE Junior Civitan would like to thank everyone who participated in their annual Holiday Food Drive. They collected new, unwrapped toys for Millbrook’s Operation Blue Santa.
Prattville Elementary Honors Vets
The HOUSE of ALtruismo sponsored a canned food drive at Prattville Intermediate School. Students donated over 700 non-perishable items to the Autauga Interfaith Care Center to assist in their mission to feed the hungry during this holiday season and beyond. We are very proud of how our Cougars serve their school and community.
Prattville Elementary Student Performs at ASF
Prattville Elementary School Bobcat, Annmarie Mitchell delivered a stellar performance in A Christmas Carol at Alabama Shakespeare Festival in December! Her talent and dedication truly shone on stage, captivating audiences with a memorable portrayal.
Wetumpka Middle Spelling Be Winners
We are so proud of all of the students who represented their classmates in the Wetumpka Middle School Spelling Bee!
Congratulations to our 2023-2024 Spelling Bee winner, Makenna Burton, and to the runner-up, Robbie Dennis! Makenna will represent our school in the district competition in February!
Thank you to our official announcer, Troy Stubbs, and to our “guest star” judges (aka former teachers and admin of WMS), Evelyn Boyd, Jenny Barrett, and Sally Pendergast!
Also, a HUGE shout out to Ms. Justiss for organizing the Bee and helping our students prepare!
HOUSE Ambassadors at Prattville Intermediate School
Prattville Intermediate School is proud to introduce our HOUSE Ambassadors. This is a student-led organization that is responsible for actively engaging in serving the school and community. Around campus, these Ambassadors help new students find a place to belong, provide academic support, and promote activities to students to help them build valuable friendships. We are very excited to see how this brand-new group will impact our community and help us maintain our culture of FOUR HOUSES, ONE FAMILY here at Prattville Intermediate School!
PES Spelling Bee Winners
Congratulations to Brody Vest and Sophia Chapman, Prattville Elementary Schools spelling bee winner and runner up. Brody will go on to represent PES at the county spelling bee. Best of luck to Brody, and kudos to all our participants for their impressive spelling skills!
Tallassee Band Director Dr. Glasscock Honored by National Publication
Tallassee’s Dr. Robby Glasscock, a graduate of Troy University and Auburn University, was selected as Alabama’s representative for the “50 Band Directors Who Make a Difference” in School Band & Orchestra magazine. Under his leadership of 23 years, the THS Band has had an uninterrupted string of successes. Congratulations, Dr. G!
Canned Food Drive at Prattville Elementary
Prattville Elementary School donated 1075 items to The Autauga County Christmas Team during their 2023 canned food drive. The students were able to “vote” for their house with each can they donated. The winner of the canned goods drive this year was Altruismo!
Grinch Day at PES
Prattville Elementary school celebrated grinch day with the cutest bunch of grinches!
Victory Christian Academy Shares Christmas Cheer
The first and second graders from Victory Christian Academy visited Charleton Place nursing home to spread some Christmas cheer! They sang carols, gave Christmas cards, and encouraged the residents. As the saying goes, “The best way to spread Christmas cheer is singing loud for all to hear!”
PES Christmas Fundraiser
The House of Reveur organized a fundraiser for OCC at Prattville Elementary School and collected small toys and gifts. They collected four HUGE boxes of donations for children in need!
PES Christmas Concert
Prattville Elementary School’s 4th-grade choir showcased exceptional talent during their Christmas concert. The students delivered a wonderful performance that captivated the audience with festive spirit. Hats off to the young performers and the amazing Mr. Hunt for creating a memorable musical experience.
