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Pleasant Valley students made a special sign for a classmate ’ s dad who is deployed .
VETERANS DAY ACTIVITIES
Our staff and students marked the celebration of Veterans Day with many events . The PTMS Works crew welcomed Jason Camilletti to share his background in the U . S . Air Force as a fighter pilot , our Marching Band proudly took part in the Veterans Day Parade , and students at Pleasant Valley had a zoom call with a classmate ’ s dad who is currently deployed . Our students also made cards and letters for veterans that were delivered to our service men and women in the Middle East in time for Veterans Day .
50th Day of School at Bower Hill .
THIRD GRADE CELEBRATES 50TH DAY OF SCHOOL
Third graders at Bower Hill celebrated the 50th day of school with some fun games and activities around the number 50 and the 1950s . Students dressed in their 1950 ’ s clothes , played classic games , learned some dance moves from that era , and even enjoyed a root beer float . eters Township
PETERS TOWNSHIP SCHOOL DISTRICT NEWS
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David Young
One of the most special aspects of our schools are the talented and dedicated individuals who work hard every day to make Peters Township one of the best Districts in the region . In this issue , we would like everyone to Get to Know Mr . David Young , band teacher at Peters Township High School and director of the Mighty Indian Marching Band . Mr . Young is a newer member of our team , having joined the High School staff in August of 2023 . We took a few minutes to help you Get to Know Mr . Young !
What made you want to become a teacher / sparked your love of music ?
I have always wanted to be a teacher since I was a young child watching my mother who was a Choir Director for over 30 years .
What other interesting jobs have you held ?
I also serve as the Head Coach for the Varsity Softball program here at Peters Township . Before I came to Peters Township , I served as the Athletic Director at California Area School District for a brief stint .
What is your favorite thing to do outside the classroom ?
My favorite thing to do outside the classroom is to watch sports . I am a huge Football and Baseball fan as well a fan of Ohio State University sports .
What has been one of your favorite projects / events / days at school ?
One of my favorite events at school is our Meatballs and Music fundraiser . This is such an awesome event where all of our students have the opportunity to perform at one event . This serves as our largest fundraiser for the Peters Township Music Boosters .
What do you wish every student would know after their time in your classroom ? About school , about themselves , about anything !
If there was one thing that I would wish for my students to know , it would be that music is something that will stay with them forever . Music can be such a powerful aspect to their life that will bring some of their best memories as well as some of the best friends .
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