Michael C. Hayes, age 70, of West Lafayette, passed away unexpectedly on Sunday, November 24, 2024. He was born on November 10, 1954, in Coshocton, to John and Lois (Kinner) Hayes. Mike graduated from Ridgewood High School in 1973 and then worked part-time at the Post Office for several years in Fresno before being transferred […]
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Camp Inventions planned for Coshocton County
This summer in Coshocton County, nearly 200 local students will have the opportunity to attend the Camp Invention® program through the commitment of the area’s many community leaders. Through area organizations’ 2024 financial support, local students will attend Camp Invention this year at three regional locations: River View Elementary School, Warsaw, the week of June […]
Coshocton community support of Camp Invention leads to 3rd regional location
In Coshocton County, the opportunity for STEM (science, technology, engineering and mathematics) disciplines is expanding, as the commitment of residents and community leaders to provide the Camp Invention program continues to grow. Through area organizations’ 2022 financial support, 225 local students will attend Camp Invention this year at three regional locations: Coshocton Elementary School, Coshocton, […]
Camp Invention held at Warsaw Elementary School
Sienna Hughett has been to Camp Invention before and was happy to be back. “It’s fun,” the Keene Elementary School sixth-grader said. “You get to hang out with your friends, build different things and be creative.” She was one of 77 students entering kindergarten through sixth grade who took part in the week-long camp held […]
Camp Invention Connect brings a smile to young faces
This year, thanks to COVID-19, the one-week summer STEM program known as Camp Invention was formatted to be an at-home, virtual camp. Participants received a box in the mail complete with projects for each day and detailed instructions. Online video sessions for each activity was made available and opportunities to virtually interact with camp coaches […]
Camp Invention adjusts to offer lessons at home
Camp Invention has been around for 25 years, said Diane Schlegel, Coshocton City Schools Camp Invention Director and lead coach. “Twelve years ago, on a whim, I called to see what Camp Invention was about and I was sold the minute I heard about it,” she said. “Initially Camp Invention has been held at the school. It […]
Community support of Camp Invention spurs student success
COSHOCTON – In Coshocton County, the commitment of residents and community leaders to the success of local students is evident through their ongoing support of the Camp Invention® program. Through area organizations’ 2019 financial support totaling $36,000, local students will attend Camp Invention this year. Camp Invention, the nation’s premier summer enrichment program for children […]
Students enjoy hands-on STEM activities
COSHOCTON – Tracey Herron was more than willing to help when she heard about the chance to expand Camp Invention opportunities for students in Coshocton County. “We were contacted last year about the possibility of opening it up to more kids in the county and I thought it was a super idea,” she said. Herron […]
Community involvement spurs Camp Invention growth
COSHOCTON – Local residents’ investment in their community can pay huge dividends. The Coshocton area’s support of local Camp Invention® programs is proof. Through the financial support of several area organizations, 170 local students will attend Camp Invention this year. Camp Invention, the nation’s premier summer enrichment program for children entering kindergarten through sixth grade, […]
