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Ten-year service awards went to, from left, Teresa Brooks, Jason Cook, Mark Dickerson, Trellis McCann, Jo Ellen Russell, Stevie Stewart, Kathy Thames, Laura Vance and Denise Welch. (Not pictured, Kasi Broussard.)
December 7, 2018 - Panola College honored 15 faculty, staff and board members for service awards that totaled 230 years. The Wednesday, Dec. 5, luncheon meeting was held in the Frances B. Ross Ballroom of the Charles C. Matthews Foundation Student Center.
Dr. Greg Powell presented Charlene Johnson with a service award recognizing her 35 years with Panola College. Hal Palmer, a board member, was honored for 30 years of service. Mike Edens and board member Richard Thomas both have 25 years of service. Christina Lambright Oldham has been with Panola for 15 years.
Ten employees were recognized for having achieved 10 years of service. They include Teresa Brooks, Kasi Broussard, Jason Cook, Mark Dickerson, Trellis McCann, Jo Ellen Russell, Stevie Stewart, Kathy Thames, Laura Vance and Denise Welch.
Dr. Greg Powell presents a 15-year service award to Christina Lambright Oldham.
Dr. Greg Powell presents a 25-year service award to Mike Edens. (Not pictured is Richard Thomas.)
Board member Hal Palmer, accepts a 30-year service award from Dr. Greg Powell.
Charlene Johnson received a 35-year service award from Dr. Greg Powell.
Colby Taylor of Carthage asked Maggie Sims of Center to be his bride during the Christmas in Carthage performance.
December 6, 2018 - There were singers and dancers and musicians playing, but the highlight of the 2018 Christmas in Carthage was an unexpected “Love, Actually” moment when band member Colby Taylor walked on the stage, took the hand of choir member Maggie Sims, and proposed to her.
She said, “Yes,” much to the delight of the audience.
Christmas in Carthage was held this year on Tuesday, Dec. 4, at the Carthage Civic Center. The event is a local tradition, started by the late Larry Brumley, who conceived of the idea as a way for Panola County to usher in the holiday season, explained Dwaine Hubbard, master of ceremonies and instrumental music professor at Panola College.
The Panola College Choir performed Christmas favorites.
This year’s program included performances by the Panola College Choir and Panola Pipers, under the direction of Sandra Bauer, vocal music professor, along with the Concert Band and Jazz Band. In addition, dancers from the Carthage High School Bulldog Belles, Rowe Performing Arts, and singers from the Gary ISD Junior High School Choir performed.
Dr. Greg Powell, Panola College president, welcomed everyone to the event, and Freddy Mason, retired Panola College dean and speech professor, provided a reminder of “the reason for the season” with a reading of “One Solitary Life.”
Bulldog Belles included Savanna Gwinn, Shelby Walters, Emily Pyle, Constance Barber, Taylor Barton and Mary Kathryn Smith.
Students performing included from Rowe Performing Arts: Constance Barber, Brooke Cabello, Molly Windham, Madison Dunn, Ainsley Piedra, Jeriona Williams, Sh’Jerian Williams and Addison Pope.
Gary ISD Junior High singers, directed by their teacher Kristy Cawthon, were Bailee Lilly, Abi Kate Cawthon, Aubrey Kennedy, Katrina Pugh, Alyssa Thompson, Samantha Griffith, Jordan Brown and Michael Duron.
The Panola College Jazz Band played “Now Rock, Ye Rested Gentlemen.”
Panola College singers are Susan Adewale, Ronke Ajoniloju, Toluwani Ayodele, Boluwatife Babalola, Samiat Fashola, Charles Felix, Latifat Opeodu, and Ademola Sanni, all of Nigeria; Funminihi Alabi, Loma Linda, CA; Loren Caserta, Beckville; Victor Chinaka, Dallas; Kaitlyn Cox, Hallsville; Afrikina Dotson, Center; Lucy Eke, Carthage; Latiffannie Gardner, Center; Michaela Garrett, Center; Joel Martinez Gonzalez, Tenaha; Jamya Gossett, Nacogdoches; Emma Harden, Tyler; Joy Jekayinoluwa, Arlington; Kacia Johnson, Tatum; Abigail Joseph, Kenya; Carrie Lilly, New Caney; Destiney Miller, Ore City; Makayla Miller, Ore City; Hunter Moon, Beckville; Pamela Nichole Painter, Marshall; Whitney Ramsey, Center; Mia Sartor, Carthage; Maggie Sims, Center; Kailey Stephens, Carthage; Sydnee Taylor, Carthage; Aaron Tello, Center, and Jaren Whitton, Etoile.
Panola College band members include on flute: Ma’Kayla Campbell, Henderson; Madison Cichoracki, Tatum; Jessica Coats, Henderson; Maricruz Gonzalez, Center; Savana Hanaway, Carthage; and Perla Mateos, Center.
On clarinet: Chelsea Ener, Hemphill; Kirsten Mayfield, Garrison; Destiney Miller, Ore City; Emily Ortiz, Carlisle; Samantha Stilley, Hallsville. On bass clarinet: Lucero Luna of Tatum. On contra-alto clarinet: Megan Gilley, Hallsville. On bassoon: Whitney Ramsey, Center; on saxophone: Kassi Orbaugh, Carthage; Elijah Johnson, Shelbyville; Selena Mendoza, Tenaha; Alex Rodriguez, Tenaha; and Lydia Woods, Beckville. On tenor saxophone: James Lilly, Jasper; and Whitney Ramsey, Center. On baritone saxophone, Somali Fletcher, Hallsville.
On trumpet: Sarah Allen, Henderson; Kaleb Baker, Carthage; America Cabriales, San Augustine; Ruben Hernandez, Tenaha; Miguel Mendoza, Tenaha; Makayla Miller, Ore City; Mahiko Moreno-Flores, Nacogdoches; Brandon Renteria, Tenaha; Maggie Sims, Center; and Josh Wood, Carthage.
On French horn: Sarah Allen, Henderson; Mauricio Alejaldre, Center; Dakota Brown, Marshall; Erica Lee, Center; Jose Torres, Center, and Maddox Whitaker, Hallsville. On trombone: Dakota Brown, Marshall; Jaime Gonzalez, Carthage; Hernan Hernandez, Center; Tressie Key, Henderson, and Eder Nunez, Center. On bass trombone: Carrie Lilly, New Caney, and Steven Sierra, Hallsville. On baritone: Colby Taylor, Carthage; Jessye Massey, Shelbyville; Makayla Bell, Garrison; Demetrius Cooper, Carthage, and Andres Leon, Center.
On tuba: Martravian Williams, Tenaha; A.J. Bowers, Carthage; Steven Sierra, Hallsville, and Daniel Quetzala, Garrison. On percussion: Nicklaus Powell, Shelbyville; Itzel Farias, Garrison; Moses Sangowoye, Lagos, Nigeria; Godwin Adewale, Lagos, Nigeria; and Crystal Whitehead, Marshall. On piano: Carrie Lilly, New Caney.
Sponsors for 2018 Christmas in Carthage were First State Bank & Trust Co.; First United Methodist Church; Bauer Furniture; Central Baptist Church; KGAS Radio; Pippen Motor Co.; State Farm Insurance, Tate Barber and Patsy Meck, local agents; Kay and Dwaine Hubbard; Sarah and Mike Isbell; the Panola College Foundation, and Complete Printing & Publishing.
December 6, 2018 - After a back and forth affair, Panola was able to pull away with a 79-71 victory over Lamar State Port Arthur. The Ponies led 33-31 at halftime. Lamar State came out hot in the 2nd half and were able to build a 69-61 lead with 5:16 left in the game. It was all Ponies from there on out. An 18-2 run to finish the game, pushed the Ponies to 10-3 overall and 1-1 in Region XIV play.
Tylan Dean led the Ponies with 22 points, 5 rebounds and 5 assists. Lenell Henry had another double double effort with 15 points and 14 rebounds. Tariq Simmons added 12 points, 5 rebounds, and 5 assists. Kamari Brown came off the bench to add 10 points, 7 rebounds, and a game winning steal and assist with just over a minute to play. The Ponies now have the rest of December idle, and will return to the court on January 1st at 7pm in a nonconference matchup.
The cast of “I Gelosi” take a bow.
December 5, 2018 - Panola College theatre students earned 27 awards at the 2018 Kennedy Center American College Theatre Festival held recently.
Five student actors were nominated for the Irene Ryan Award, which qualifies them for an invitation to the 2019 regional festival. These include Shelby Watson, Justin Gonzales, Sarah Owens, Jasmine Ryan and Cody Osburn.
Jasmine Ryan and Cody Osburn starred in “Gruesome Playground Injuries.”
Earning meritorious achievement honors were Maelbi Calderon, dramaturgy and festival coordinator; Nathaniel Endsley, dramaturgy and festival management; Lacie Sepulvado, costume design; Tailer Chong, sound design; Kyree Williams, directing; Angel Kammer, Kassidy Weatherford, Bethany Crowe, and Madison Spence, festival hospitality; Kassandra Escobar, Keath Kibbey, Peyton Proffitt and Brenton Humphries for technical support excellence; and Karen King, festival hosting.
In addition, the Panola College cast and crew of “I Gelosi” received a meritorious achievement award for production ensemble, and were invited to showcase a scene at the 2019 regional festival. Panola College also earned the Director’s Choice award for “Gruesome Playground Injuries.”
From left, Aaron Tello, Center, Bass 2, Kacia Johnson, Tatum, Alto 2; Loren Caserta, Beckville, Soprano 2; Nichole Painter, Marshall, Soprano 1; Sydnee Taylor, Carthage, Alto 1, and Hunter Moon, Beckville, Tenor 1, were selected to the All-State Choir.
December 4, 2018 - Six Panola College students auditioned and were selected to perform with the 2019 Texas Two-Year College All State Choir.
“I am so proud of these fine singers,” said Sandra Bauer, director of vocal music at Panola College. “They worked hard to prepare for the audition, and I’m thrilled that they were selected for this honor.”
The students include Aaron Tello, Center, Bass 2; Kacia Johnson, Tatum, Alto 2; Loren Caserta, Beckville, Soprano 2; Nichole Painter, Marshall, Soprano 1; Sydnee Taylor, Carthage, Alto 1, and Hunter Moon, Beckville, Tenor 1.
The students will join other college singers from across Texas at the 2019 TMEA Clinic and Convention, February 13-16, at the Henry B. Gonzalez Convention Center in San Antonio.
Bauer is serving as president of the Texas Two-Year College Choral Directors Association for 2018-2019. “It’s quite an accomplishment to be selected as All-State Choir members. At this event in February, my students will have the opportunity to meet other college musicians and learn from some of the best in the State.”
Beginning Yoga
December 4, 2018 - Panola College/Shelby College Center is offering Beginning Yoga classes. The class will meet Monday and Wednesday: January 7 – February 13, from 5:05 pm – 6:05 pm, at the Shelby College Center. The cost of the class is $50.00 and pre-registration is required. For more information, contact Shelby College Center at 936-598-9543 or email tmccann@panola.edu
Zumba® Gold
Panola College/Shelby College Center is offering Zumba ® Gold. This class takes the Zumba formula and modifies the moves and pacing to suit the needs of the older participant. The class will meet Monday and Wednesday: January 7 – February 13, from 4:00 pm – 5:00 pm, at the Shelby College Center. The cost of the class is $50.00 and pre-registration is required. For more information and to register, contact Shelby College Center at 936-598-9543 or email: tmccann@panola.edu
December 3, 2018 Brenham, TX - The Fillies opened up conference play today with a 69-54 win against Blinn.
Panola would jump out to a 25-0 lead and not look back. Tight defense early would lead to multiple transition baskets in favor of the Fillies. The Buccaneers would not go away easy. They would outscore the Fillies 26-13 in the second period leading into the breakdown 41-29.
At the start of the second half the Fillies would jump out to a blistering start again. A triple in the corner by freshmen Jolicia Williams and three transitions lay ups my Daryna Barchrova would help the balloon to 26. The Fillies would close the game and secure the win.
Barchova lead the Fillies posting a double-double with 16 points and 10 rebounds. Williams would come off the bench and pour in 14. Maryia Adashchyk posted a game high 11 boards.
They Fillies return to AJ Gym Wednesday, December 5th, to take on Kilgore College at 530pm.
December 3, 2018 - After a tough 85-75 loss to Jacksonville College to open Region XIV play, the Ponies returned back to the friendly confines of the AJ Gymnasium, racing to a 99-52 win over DFW Prep in a non conference tuneup. The Ponies jumped to an early lead and were up 52-30 at half. The lead continued to grow until the final buzzer sounded.
The Ponies were lead by Franklyn Penn with 18 points and 7 rebounds. Lenell Henry added a double double with 15 points and 15 rebounds. Josh Williams, Tariq Simmons, and Kamari Brown all chipped in double figure scoring efforts with 13, 12, and 10 respectively.
The Ponies return to the hardwood on Wednesday night at AJ Gym on the campus of Panola College facing region XIV foe Lamar State-Port Arthur. Tip is at 7 pm.
November 19, 2018 - Students in the Panola College School of Energy participated in fire safety training provided by the Carthage Fire Department and Fire and Safety Equipment on Monday, Nov. 12. The training was funded by a grant from the Panola College Foundation.
“We wrote this grant proposal because we recognized the importance of fire safety awareness for our technical students whose careers will expose them to flammable liquids like motor oil and gasoline,” said Michael Pace, School of Energy instructor. “Knowing what to do in the case of a fire can mean the difference between life and death.”
The training introduced students in Panola College’s ENER 1375, Introduction to Mechanical Engines class to the safety procedures required in the event of a fire emergency.
“Every School of Energy student will go on to work in a technical environment that requires fire training,” Pace added. “By introducing them to some real life scenarios while still in school, they will be better equipped to succeed in the workforce and add this training to their resumes.”
The Carthage Fire Department met with the students in the College Petroleum Lab, then the group moved outside to practice using fire extinguishers to put out a real fire under the supervision of trained fire fighters.
“We requested this Foundation grant because we realized that company safety policies are becoming more detailed each year,” Pace said. “This training provided our students the skills to better handle an emergency situation, and will be able to show future employers that they already have practical fire safety training.”
The grant covered the cost of the training system used by Fire and Safety Equipment. The company offered the system at a discounted rate to assist the students.
Pace said student response was excellent and the hands-on training enhanced the classroom instruction. “Our industry contacts have continued to support the College’s efforts to provide up-to-the-minute training to prepare our students for their careers in technical fields,” he said.
Students who completed the fire safety training included Clinton Bray, Marshall; Charles Felix, Nigeria; Bradford Fisher, Liberty; Evan Green, Lufkin; Blake Griffin, Center; Kase Hooper, Center; Tomas Martinez, Waskom; Michael McCammond, Pelican, La.; Edward Oden, DeBerry; Braden Russell, Carthage; Nick Sewell, Dallas, Chad Storer, Henderson, and Daylon Swearingen, Piffard, N.Y.
Panola College students visited the Kimbell Art Museum on a field trip funded by the Panola College Foundation.
November 15, 2018 - Art, Spanish, communication and humanities students from Panola College visited the Fort Worth Cultural District on Wednesday, Nov. 7, thanks to a grant from the Panola College Foundation. The cultural district encompasses the Kimbell Art Museum, the Modern Art Museum of Worth, the Fort Worth Museum of Science and History, the Amon Carpenter Museum of American Art and the National Cowgirl Museum and Hall of Fame.
“We chose Fort Worth because the Kimbell Museum is currently hosting an exhibit of Francisco de Goya’s black and white works,” said Teresa Beasley. She, along with Dr. Kathryn Watlington and Amanda Clements wrote the grant. “The 75 pieces in the Goya exhibit are important for art, the humanities and communication students. The works include examples of his painting, drawing and printmaking.”
Participating students included Jade Allen, Malcolm Bell, Madison Buck, Kacie Caserta, Loren Caserta, Brandon Castillo, Drew Diverdi, Julianne Edge, Dulce Gonzalez, Maricruz Gonzalez, Sarah Hooten, Kailey Isbell, Shelby Kite, Sarah Kushner, Lucero Luna, Brandon Medrano, Erin Phillips, Morgan Ray, Serena Rascoe, Yareli Salinas, Aubrey Thomas, Clint Walker, Aaron Williams, and Evan Yount.
In a follow-up survey, students commented that the benefits of visiting a city museum include: “It’s a good experience for some who have never been to an art museum like myself. It can open the mind of others to new experiences.” Another student wrote: “I believe that it helps students to really appreciate art. To me, it is more interesting to see it in real life, and truly experience it, than to just simply learn about it.”
From left: Drew Diverdi, Serena Rascoe, Yareli Salinas, Shelby Kite, Lucero Luna, Maricruz Gonzalez and Dulce Gonzalez enjoy the exhibits at the Kimbell Art Museum.
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