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FHS Military Day has 7 recognized
March 19, 2025 by Tammy Cheek
Seven Farragut High School graduates and current students have sworn their oaths to serve their country.
To honor them, the school held a Military Signing Day in the school library Thursday morning, March 13.
Junior Ethan Giles Levy and senior Andrew Keely have joined the U.S. Army National Guard while junior Kat Lewis joined the Army Reserves and senior Isaiah Stafford-Hedge joined the Army.
Seniors Ruby Manning and David Mills joined the U.S. Navy and senior Isaac Vann joined the U.S. Marine Corps.
“Near and dear to my heart, and near and dear to every American’s heart, should be the young men and young women who decide to say ‘I’m going to put my name on the dotted line, I’m going to go through training, I’m going to wear the uniform and I’m going to serve our country,’” said FHS principal Dr. John Bartlett, a U.S. Marine Reservist. “They do so knowing that their country can call on them to put them in harm’s way while they are wearing that uniform.”
However, “There are benefits to that,” he said. “They are going to get some things that most young people won’t get without going in the military.
“But they’re putting their lives on the line from day one and they know that,” Bartlett added. “And, it’s honorable service.
“It’s honorable to say, ‘Hey, I’m here to serve others.’ And, if there’s anything we can do as a school, that we can do as a country, it is to instill the heart of service into our young people. So, I’m very, very proud of our students today. I’m very proud of your young men and women who say, ‘Hey, this idea of serving others, serving our nation and keeping our country safe and secure,’ I’m very proud of that.
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Ask the Vet
March 19, 2025 by Dr. Stephanie Myers
Q: We haven’t had a pet in a few years, and I think our family is finally ready. The kids really want a dog, and they are getting old enough to help. We welcome your thoughts and suggestions. P.W., Farragut
A: Congratulations! Having a family discussion about this decision is wise, as there is much to consider before bringing a new pet into your home.
First, consider the lifestyle of your family. Do you want a dog to run or hike with you or simply snuggle on the couch? Those thoughts may help you decide what type of dog would fit best into your family.
You didn’t mention the ages of your children. Are they old enough and willing to help with brushing and grooming? Long-haired dogs require frequent brushing to avoid tangles and mats. Or would you want to take him/her to a groomer every four to six weeks?
Or would a short-haired dog be a better fit for your family?
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March 19, 2025 by Tammy Cheek
The community can support Farragut schools’ art students while helping feed the hungry at the same time.
All four Farragut schools have joined efforts to host their 2nd Annual Shared Visions & Empty Bowls, which will take place starting with the Empty Bowls segment from 4:30 to 6 p.m., Monday, April 3, in Farragut High School Commons.
The art show segment take place from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. with the awards presented at 6:30 p.m. Farragut Middle School Band will perform from 6 to 6:30 p.m. and FHS Jazz Band will perform from 6:45 to 7:15 p.m.
Art teachers Mary Catherine Adams and Ruth Granoth with Farragut Primary School, Ebru Sahin Ekici and Christy Davis with Farragut Intermediate School, Haley Hall and Lauren Rutherford with FMS and Wendie Love, Angela McCarter and Laney Haskell all coordinated their efforts for the event, which benefits FISH Hospitality Pantries (helps feed people in need).
“It’s all a collaborative group project that combines the work of all the schools,” Granroth said. “All of the art teachers from kindergarten through 12th grade met together and decided we wanted to have a community art show that would get the community excited about visual arts happening in the schools.
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