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Indian Creek junior gets
perfect score on ACT exam
WINTERSVILLE -- The first time's the charm for Indian Creek High School junior Santosh Schaefer, who gained a perfect score on his ACT exam.
Schaefer, the son of David and Nantha Schaefer of Wintersville, received a perfect 36 on his ACT Composite Test when he completed it on March 17, ironically St. Patrick's Day. Schaefer said he still was very surprised by his score.
"I was hoping for a 27 or above," he said. "I guessed maybe a 31 or 33, but I was as surprised as anyone else. That was everyone's reaction."
However, he has more than luck on his side as he presently carries a 3.998 GPA and studies several advanced placement courses at school. Those include U.S. history and calculus while other subjects are college-level physics and art history through the College Credit Plus Program at Kent State University, plus he participates in a game design class. He has been interested in program since taking classes in 2017 and is on the ICHS eSports and academic teams. Schaefer hopes to study computer science and web development one day, although his college choice remains undecided.
He attributed his high score to the practice he received during his ACT Prep course at school.
"Most of my studying was from the Flex class, and they go over it," he said. "I did a full-length practice test. Once you get the test, you know what it's like."
He said teachers help students understand the reading, math and science portions of the test and it kept him well-prepared. Schafer recommended taking practice tests to improve time when taking the actual exam.
"You need to study to answer the questions faster than the time allotted. Once you know what's expected on the test, you can skip the harder questions and come back to them. I had the base knowledge of what was on the ACT."
Schaefer said he has strived to be a good student for a long time, and he takes his education seriously.
"I really value learning," he added.
Interactive media teacher Dave Moffat, who also serves as eSports coach, said Schaefer was an excellent pupil.
"He is smart enough to challenge you as a teacher, always gets his work done and asks questions," Moffat said. "I have him in class and in eSports. He's a joy to have in class and a one-in-a-million student."
ICHS Principal Louie Retton echoed those comments.
"He's outstanding student, probably one of the most hard-working and conscientious students I've known. He approaches the academic side of school like you'd want someone to approach their career. He's always seeking answers and his work ethic is second to none."
Three Score Seniors Club is
47 years old, has 73 members
WEIRTON -- The Three Score Seniors Club met April 28 for its dinner meeting at Undo’s in Weirton.
President Ed Powell welcomed members and guests. Bob Shirer gave the invocation and benediction at the meeting. Powell led in the Pledge of Allegiance. Members sang "God Bless America."
Vice President Sandra Briggs, program chairman, introduced the evening's entertainment -- Zachary Gordon and Jariel Henthorne, who are members of the group Faire May.
Secretary Cindy Richards read an abbreviated version of the March minutes. A report was given by George Pohlman, treasurer.
Membership Chairman Brenda Edwards reported that the club has 73 paid members.
Sunshine Chairman Winnie Kemp tallied April totals of seven birthdays, two get-wells and two anniversaries. The group sang to those celebrating birthdays and anniversaries.
House Chairman Kathy McCarrick decorated the tables to an Easter theme.
Reservations Chairman Vivian Weigel reported that there were 53 members present along with three guests. She read the menu selected for May.
Historian Lee Edwards noted there were up-to-date albums to view.
Powell reported that the club is 47 years old and was established for recreation, fellowship and good will. Members get that in addition to a meal, entertainment and laughter, noted Powell, who quoted Charlie Chaplin in saying, "A day without laughter is a day wasted."
The club has been spending more per year than was collected, according to Powell, who encouraged regular attendance and stressed the importance of keeping reservations once they are made or pay for the reservation and pick up the meal(s) after all members are served.
Powell suggested that members invite guests to meetings and cultivate new people to join. He encouraged all members to buy prize tickets to help increase the receipts of the club. In an effort to get to know other club members and their guests, Powell suggested members move around and sit at different tables to have that opportunity.
Winners of the 50/25/25 were Barbara Purks and Nancy Smurda.
Brenda Edwards drew the red tickets for the free dinner, and winners were Nancy Lellie and Nancy Smurda. Winners of the Dairy Queen gift cards were Linda Walter and Lee Edwards.
Fundraiser dinner Friday to benefit Eagle Scout projects
RICHMOND -- Boy Scout Troop 20 will be holding a fundraiser spaghetti dinner Friday in the fellowship hall of Richmond United Methodist Church, located at 112 S. Sugar St., Richmond.
The hours are from 3 p.m. to 7 p.m., and the cost is by donation. Patrons can dine in or get takeout.
The Eagle Scout project fundraiser for Troop 20 will help generate money for three projects for Richmond Park, including an exercise station (Scout Luke Linscott); picnic tables for the new pavilion and a community bulletin board (Scout Max McConnell); and a fire ring at the pavilion on the hilltop (Scout Gage Cable).
Annual chicken blasts starting Wednesday at picnic grounds
WEIRTON -- A local tradition and fundraiser in place for decades returns Wednesday with the 2022 installment of the “chickens blasts.”
The Serbian Men's Club will hold the first of them Wednesday at the Serbian Picnic Grounds of Holy Resurrection Serbian Orthodox Church. The picnic grounds are located on Kings Creek Road in Weirton.
The chicken blasts will continue every Wednesday through Aug. 31.
Orders for the hearth-cooked, slow-roasted poultry may be called in from 6 a.m. to 8:30 a.m. to (304) 748-9866 the day of the sales. Orders must be picked up by 6 p.m. The price this year is $9.
St. Joseph Christian Mothers 'May Flowers' card party set
WEIRTON -- The annual "May Flowers" card party sponsored by the St. Joseph Christian Mothers will be held Sunday in the grade school gymnasium, beginning at 2 p.m.
For ticket information on the event at 151 Michael Way, Weirton, call (304) 723-0668.
MSL sponsoring NYC trip
NEW MANCHESTER -- Montani Semper Liberi -- Music and Art at Oak Glen is sponsoring a New York City summer getaway July 23-25 to depart from Chester.
Attendees will have the opportunity to create a personal itinerary. Accommodations will be at the historic Wall Street Inn. The cost per person, based upon quad occupancy, to cover round-trip transportation and two nights' accommodations, is $254. Packages are available for double and triple occupancy. For information, call or text (304) 374-7474.
Alumni Association to meet
STEUBENVILLE -- The Steubenville High School Alumni Association will hold its next meeting on Tuesday at Scaffidi's Restaurant and Tavern in Steubenville. It will begin at 6 p.m.