John Baumgartner is pictured with photos of his grandkids and his motto for coaching, “Stay Hungry, Stay Humble,” as he looks to vacate his athletic/activities director office to opt for retirement from full-time work this month. — The Holyoke Enterprise | Johnson Publications
John Baumgartner has much to reflect on as he ends a 33-year career as a classroom teacher and athletic/activities director this month.
Coaching salaries in Holyoke School District Re-1J will see an increase for the 2021-22 school year as approved at the May 18 meeting of the Board of Education.
While the last day of school felt like a jailbreak for some, for others it was bittersweet as they took time to hug, cry and say goodbye to friends and teachers before heading home for the summer. Third grader Aitana Sanchez, at left, embraces counselor Kathleen Kropp outside the doors of Holyoke Elementary School when the bell rang just before noon Friday, May 21. — The Holyoke Enterprise | Johnson Publications
Five elementary school students got to experience what it’s like to ride in an ambulance when they were picked up Thursday morning, May 20, and given a ride to school for winning this year’s EMS coloring contest. Holyoke EMS director and emergency preparedness/safety coordinator Brady Ring, pictured at right, rode with the kids and gave them an inside view of the inner workings of an ambulance. Winners of the contest are pictured from left, Jenor Frost, Aubree Kammer, Jenna Hoffner, Hudson Lueth and Lakyn Luedke. — The Holyoke Enterprise | Johnson Publications
The bill to ban the use of Indian mascots in Colorado public schools and public colleges and universities took a major step forward on May 20.
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