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p or t s c a n pl ay a ke y role in a young person’s development. A nontraditional spor t , archery is given an avenue through the Junior Olympic Archery Development (JOAD) program, which provides participation and competition opportunities for students. Perhaps the most important thing that JOAD does is bring out the best in kids. “I want (students) to learn about archery, their archery,” said Bryan Baker, an assistant manager at the L ancaster Archery Academy. “Their archery Archers enrolled in the JOAD program hone their skills. is different than other people’s, just success. That’s a very dangerous governing body USA Archery. The the mechanics of it. But beyond that, place for an athlete to be.” program is designed to teach young I want them to learn who they are. I Located at 2195-A Old Philadel- people the sport, get them involved want them to figure out what their phia Pike, Lancaster, Lancaster with it and develop national and identity is, especially if they’re doing Archery Academy both hosts and world-level competitors, dependthis at a very high level. I don’t want sponsors the JOAD program, an ing upon each individual’s level of their identity to be defined by their initiative created by the national interest.

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Don’t Kick That Christmas Tree to the Curb BY FRANCINE FULTON

Many families have chosen to display a live Christmas tree this season, which means more trees will be disposed of now that the holidays are over. However, people are encouraged not to throw their real Christmas tree into the trash. R124668

Rather, trees can be reused or recycled in other ways, such as for mulch or to create a bird feeder. After all decorations, hooks, garland and tinsel strands have been removed, homeowners can place the tree in their backyards for the birds. According The goats at Rusty Jax Farm in Parkesburg to the National Christmas Tree would enjoy getting recycled Christmas See Christmas Tree pg 7 trees to dine on.

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Boosters Support PV Music Programs BY FRANCINE FULTON

Supporting the music programs in the Pequea Valley (PV) School District is the goal of the parent-run Pequea Valley Music Boosters. The group assists with covering costs for student trips to competitions and other expenses and supports and provides volunteers at fundraising events - all with the goal of enhancing the music educational experience for all students in the district. Most recently, the boosters provided carpeting in the music room at Pequea Valley Secondary School, which is where PV music teacher Jim Ackerman leads the PV Rock Band program. In a thank you letter to the boosters, Ackerman stated, “The carpets you bought for our room have helped give the space some muchneeded sound treatment, as well as provide a warm and welcoming feel.” “I am essentially running a School of Rock at Pequea Valley,” noted Ackerman. “(The room) has a drum set and a stage built for the drummer and amplifiers and keyboards. I (realized) that I needed some sound dampening in there. I asked (the boosters) to help me, and they did.” Ackerman said the students in the program focus on instruments like guitars and drums. “We explore pop music. We have lighting and effects like smoke machines,” he noted. “(The students) are quite good. They play multiple instruments, and they all sing.” To view the students’ performances, visit www.youtube.com and search for “PV rock bands.” See Boosters pg 2

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