August 24 , 2023 The Beacon • 17
CHS varsity golf CHS varsity volleyball
Michelle Brown
Coshocton ’ s varsity golf team includes seniors Chris Mobley , Coby Moore and Carter Summers ; juniors Mason Campbell and Zach Fink ; sophomore Jerison Spain ; freshman Bransyn Dawson ; and coach Jimmy Allison .
Michelle Brown
Coshocton ’ s varsity volleyball team includes juniors Maggie Laaper , Sophia McFadden , Leah Mathias , Jaeli Tiedt , Lacey Guthrie , Saige Abbott and Kenidi Jackson ; freshmen Payton Hemming , Mallorie Stamper and Lilah Laaper ; and head coach Cari Bahmer , assistant Susan Jackson , JV Mee Ok Won and freshman coach Dawn Peterson .
Tree commission gives update on its projects
The August meeting of the tree commission centered on tree concerns and the planting on Chestnut Street in September .
Tree concerns located on city right-of-ways include 1117 E . Main St ., a dead tree that needs to be removed , and 509 N . Ninth St . and 607 S . Sixth St ., where trees need to be pruned . The property at 235 N . Eighth St . has two trees that need pruned due to branches near power lines . Also , vines growing along Pleasant Valley Road over the guard rail will be cut back .
On Sunday , Sept . 17 , the tree commission will plant trees on the south side of Chestnut Street . Members of the tree commission will mark spots and talk to residents in the 1400-1600 blocks where trees will be planted . On Sept . 17 the curb along the south side of Chestnut will be blocked while holes are dug and trees are planted , but the road will remain open to two-way traffic .
The Coshocton Tree Commission consists of five members who are appointed . They volunteer their time looking at trees throughout the city and offer advice when someone informs the city of a tree issue .
To report a concern about a tree , go to the city ’ s website at www . cityofcoshocton . com and scroll to the bottom of the page . There are two small boxes . Click Report a Tree Issue , fill in the required information and push the send button . Information will be forwarded to members of the tree commission .
Enriching non-sports extracurricular activities
A school experience goes beyond lessons learned in the classroom . Part of what helps shape well-rounded students are the skills they sharpen and memories they make while engaging in extracurricular activities . Extracurricular involvement shows that students can stick with activities for extended periods of time , indicates they have passions and interests , and illustrates that they can take initiative outside of their schoolwork .
Athletics is a popular extracurricular activity . A love of sports often develops in elementary school , with children participating in recreational or school-based leagues each year . That enjoyment of the game only builds in middle school and high school . However , there are plenty of students who are not sports enthusiasts but still fill their after-school hours with activities that can help cultivate leadership , teamwork , time management skills , confidence , and much more . The following are some extracurriculars that go beyond the scholastic playing fields .
Arts activities : These can include painting , sketching , ceramics , jewelry-making , and yarn work .
Band or chorus : Music instruction is ideal for those who want to explore a passion for singing or playing an instrument .
Theater : Students can participate in theater productions after school . It ’ s possible to get involved both in front of the curtain and behind with positions in the cast , crew and even promotional team .
Newspaper : Many schools still produce studentled newspapers in print or digital versions . Students handle all of the roles , from reporting , editing , photography , and managing the publication .
Foreign language clubs : Students may want to expand on their foreign language studies by participating in language clubs . Often these clubs include learning more about the cultures where specific languages are spoken , including exploring culinary delights and possible travel .
Philanthropy : Likeminded students may want to participate in school-organized volunteer activities .
These keep students busy , but also benefit recipients in many ways . Activities can include beach sweeps or volunteering at animal shelters .
Coding and programming : Students can learn the
BF-51302 basics of writing code and building computer applications or websites .
Culinary arts : Certain schools may be equipped with kitchen facilities and still offer elective courses in culinary arts , while others may reserve cooking classes to extracurricular activities . If a school does not have a culinary club , chances are students can find a cooking class offered through a private group .