KGHS raises funds for 'heart month'

"February for the Heart" is the saying of the month at King George High School. Students and staff will show their support of the American Heart Association through fundraising and sweet activities.

The Leadership Council, which consists of presidents and advisers from all the school's clubs, classes and organizations, came up with the idea. They want to promote the American Heart Association and support loved ones affected by heart disease by raising $1,000.

On Friday, Feb. 1, everyone on campus is asked to wear red to promote heart health, especially in women.

From Feb. 6 to 14, the National Honor Society will sell rose-grams and candy-grams that will be delivered on Valentine's Day.

From Feb. 15 to 22, faculty and staff will participate in a "Shower me with flowers" challenge. The person who raises the most money for the heart association will be showered with flowers and receive a dozen roses. The winning person also will be able to deliver a pie in the face to Principal Cliff Conway, or designate someone else to do it.

More information about the activities is available from Dee Strauss, who can be reached at
Email: dstrauss@kgcs.k12.va.us or 540/775-3535, ext. 2103.

Stafford man gets faculty award

Robert Bausch, a resident of Stafford County and a faculty member at Northern Virginia Community College, received the 2013 Outstanding Faculty Award administered by the State Council of Higher Education for Virginia.

Bausch is one of 12 faculty representatives from the state's public and private universities and colleges who received the honor, the highest given to Virginia faculty members. It is sponsored by Dominion.

Bausch has taught English composition, literature and creative writing at NOVA's Woodbridge Campus for 38 years.

He attended the NOVA campus before transferring to George Mason University, where he received his bachelor's degree. He also holds two master's degrees.

Legion announces oratory winners

American Legion 16th District has announced the results of its Oratorical Contest held Jan. 19 at Stafford Post 290.

First place went to Karen Me of North Stafford High School.

Jack Farnam, also of North Stafford, finished second, followed by Steven Tian of Battlefield High School and Alexandra Vasel of Battlefield.

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