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Groesbeck resident Charlotte Cheske enjoys a snack after a long day fishing at Lake Springfield during the Fort Parker State Park Kid Fish event Jan. 28.

Families from throughout Limestone and surrounding counties attend the Kid Fish event at Fort Parker State Park at Lake Springfield on Jan. 28. Kid Fish is an annual event that has been held for more than 40 years.

The Friends of Fort Parker State Park volunteer Dan and Director Daryl Garner manage the sign-in area where children receive a free rod and reel for participation. Friends of Fort Parker State Park is a non-profit organization composed of volunteers who enhance visitor experiences and provide resources through fundraising.

Abbott resident Bailey Brightup waits for a fish to bite during the Fort Parker State Park Kid Fish event at Lake Springfield on Jan. 28.

Wortham residents Erika and Danny Mosely, Dani Mosely and Anthony Rodriguez smile during the Fort Parker State Park Kid Fish event at Lake Springfield on Jan. 28.

Despite rainy conditions, State Park Police Officer Kyle Ware, Groesbeck residents Kasen Robinett, Raven Robinett and Natalie Burroughs enjoy the Kid Fish event at Lake Springfield during the Fort Parker State Park Kid Fish on Jan. 28.

Kosse resident Cayden Wilson casts his fishing rod into Lake Springfield at the Fort Parker State Park Kid Fish event Jan. 28.

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Lori Longenbaugh, Groesbeck Middle School Educator of the Year

Thu, 02/02/2023 - 12:00am

Groesbeck ISD employs more than 100 teachers and close to 300 total staff members between the four campuses, administration, and various departments. Staff members are all working toward the common goal and mission of the district: to ensure students achieve maximum potential. As in any business, some employees go above and beyond in their work, and staff from each campus were tasked with selecting the Teacher of the Year by popular vote before Christmas Break. The winners are as follows:

H.O. Whitehurst Elementary: Regina King

Enge-Washington Intermediate: Amy Davis

Groesbeck Middle School: Lori Longenbaugh

Groesbeck High School: Elizabeth Tidwell

Though all these teachers deal with different subjects and grade levels, one thing they have in common is their emphasis on caring for their students and seeing them as individuals with needs and unique life experiences. As GHS Health Teacher Elizabeth Tidwell said "These kids honestly just need to feel like they're believed in."

Each of these four educators will be recognized at the upcoming Chamber Banquet on Thursday, Feb. 9. In this edition of the Journal, you will find features on Amy Davis and Elizabeth Tidwell, and can expect features on Regina King and Lori Longenbough in the next week’s issue.