There is nothing like birthday festivities to brighten up an otherwise overcast Saturday afternoon! We received news from Hazel Rushman that husband, Pete’s granddaughter, Haydin Hale turned two years old on Sunday, celebrating the occasion with a party held at Chuck E. Cheese in Modesto. The birthday cake was decorated in pink and white frosting with a Cinderella theme and shared by all, with Haydin enjoying her very own small cake with a Cinderella figure on top. Enjoying the festivities for Haydin were her parents, Adam and Julie Hale of Ceres and her brothers Joshua, Chris and Brandon Hale. Others attending the festivities for Haydin were grandparents, Pete and Hazel Rushman, uncles, aunts and cousins and 12 party guests.
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Mike Burghardt and son, Jeff will be driving to Pomona next weekend to attend the NHRA Funny Car Races and enjoy a visit with their friend and champion racer, John Force and his team. The event will be the first race of the season. Mike and Jeff will also be guests at a special open house to be held at John’s home.
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Just a reminder that our Valley Home School MoHawk the Mascot wants to see you at Bunko! Tickets are on sale now by calling Lisa @ 849-3178. Remember that seating for the fun event is limited so call now and don’t miss out on the fun! Tickets for the fun event are priced at $20 and covers dinner and game. Mark your calendars, come out and have some fun with fellow teachers, staff, parents and neighboring friends! The event provides a great way to meet others and enjoy a night out as well. We understand that tickets are going fast this year!
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The evening festivities will also unveil the winner of the Annual Jog-A-Thon Shirt Contest. Remember the deadline for the judging of the shirt design is on February 19th and entries can be turned into your class or the School office PTC drop box. Judging will be held on Bunko Night scheduled for March 12th in the MPR/Gym.
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Our Valley Home 4-H’ers enjoyed an evening of great fun at the Annual Box Social! There was a lot of excitement as the crowd bid on brightly colored packages and the auctioneers really kept the evening moving along with their lively banter and the event was deemed a wonderful success! The 4-H’ers will now turn their attention to their community service projects and other upcoming events! In May, the 4-H’ers will be traveling to Knotts Berry Farm for a family fun trip. They will be holding a fundraiser dinner and silent auction in March to help with the cost. More details to come!
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This past Friday night Stanislaus County honored our 4-H leaders at a lovely dinner. Valley Home 4-H leader Mrs. Diane Hougland was honored for 20 years of service to our 4-H community. Thank you Diane! Mrs. Hougland was escorted to dinner by her husband, Jerry, who also has many years of dedicated service to Valley Home 4-H.
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Please mark your calendars for February 24. Come out and support our Oakdale FFA students as they present their homemade cakes for auction at the Bianchi Center.
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Jenna Heaton and Jordan McCain will be traveling to Paso Robles this weekend to the California Junior Livestock Association Annual Banquet to accept their awards and honors for this past year’s hard work! Valley Home is very proud of these young people!
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This past weekend, Jenna Heaton traveled to the Red Wave Classic at Fresno State and came away with Overall Supreme Champion Meat Goat Award. Jenna won a beautiful buckle, jacket and cash prize as well! Congratulations, what a great way to start the show season, Jenna!
