By Brandy Young
On Tuesday, May 31, the Magazine School District hosted its first Volunteers in Public Schools, or V.I.P.S., Banquet. The goal of the V.I.P.S. program is to recognize and thank the many volunteers that positively impact the school and its students.
Approximately 35 guests were in attendance for this inaugural event, and the district hopes that it will grow each year. Guests were provided dinner and were entertained by members of the Magazine Show Choir.
Superintendent Dr. Beth Shumate, Athletic Director Buck Chappell, High School Principal Karen Gipson, and Elementary Principal Jared Higginbotham all addressed the crowd. “We didn’t want the year to end without saying ‘Thank You’,” stated Dr. Shumate. “We cannot be successful as a school without them.”
Many area churches were represented, as well as Sherriff Jason Massey and Chief Deputy Josh Scott from the Logan County Sherriff’s Office.
“I felt recognized,” said long-time volunteer Amy Hopper. “It and the many other banquets we have had this year have done a great job recognizing both what Magazine has to offer and recognizing the people who help make it happen.” Hopper has given countless hours volunteering at the elementary school, Cross Country meets, and Track and Field meets.
During the event, it was announced that Magazine Schools will be establishing the “Charles Ihle Volunteer-of-the-Year Award.” This award, which will be given annually beginning with the 2022-2023 school year, will be voted on by the volunteers themselves. Charles Ihle was a long-time resident of Magazine and dedicated much of his life to serving the community and school. The School District hopes to honor his legacy with this award.
The district wants to sincerely thank everyone that has volunteered their time and resources.
