week. We will begin the alumni meeting at 10 AM and the public meeting will continue from 11:15 AM until Noon. The Center City Commission has commissioned an artist to paint a mural on the Community Center and we need the communities input on what that mural should represent.” “It’s nice to see other people in the community who care about the children at Mitchell High School,” said Street. “One such person who I personally witnessed providing food, clothes, shoes and more is Terry Applewhite. I want to recognize him with this plaque to let him know that he is greatly appreciated for what he does and continues to do for the students and community at large. Treasurer Gwen Wrushen Nelson followed with finan(Below left) Assistant Treasurer, Pam Hibler; (Below right) Alumni Event Chair, Elveen Street Carson. cial details on scholarships and other funding for Mitchell High. “In 2018, we gave 15 students $1,000 scholarships and we also provided the principal with another $5,000 to be earmarked for things the board does not cover like ACT Test Prep classes,” said Wrushen Nelson. “I want to again thank each of you for your continued support! In 2018, between July and November, we have raised $9,000 thousand towards our $20,000-thousand-dollar goal. Remember, we are a IRS recognized 501 (c) 3 organization; therefore, your donations are also tax-deductible. So if you need a deduction this year, just remember to make your contribution prior to December 31 for it to count! I have my receipt book in the back of the room with me. I can take checks, cash, even credit card and we also have pledge cards in the back for anyone who needs one.” “It’s giving time!” announced Ruth Murray, “We’ve been blessed. These children really need funds and we really need to give what we can afford to give to them. Whatever you can afford to give. We’ve done well but we want to and can do better if it’s from the heart. These young people are our future. We need to be able to raise that $20,000 thousand dollars to help the kids out in May 2019. They really don’t ask us. We know they need it.” (Above left) Treasurer, Gwen Wrushen Nelson. (Above Right) Couples took to the dance floor when DJ ‘Will Walk’ slowed down the sounds. (Right) Mitchell High School 1976 Alumnus and current Alumni Association President Linda Street makes a donation to the school fundraiser for current Mitchell students on Saturday night at the annual Christmas Gala. 11
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