A “graduation” Assembly on November 15th wrapped up the 6-part Pet Responsibility Program at Vass-Lakeview Elementary School in a fun way! All three classes gathered together in the media room to celebrate. After Sherri Grantham welcomed the students and teachers and introduced the Pet Responsibility Committee (PRC) teachers, the Speuter Poem was read by our Speuter Mascot pup, Kathy Constantino. She told her heartwarming story of having been rescued by a young boy and his father and she encouraged the students to “just do their part” and help just one pet in some way.
Nancy Mack reviewed the “I Can” statements for sessions 1 thru 5 by asking one important question about each. The students enthusiastically responded, showcasing all they had learned.
Next came guest speaker, Dr. Janice Baker, a local veterinarian who talked about training to be a vet, her time in the military, other careers in veterinary medicine, as well as being the vet at our PRC Pet Care Days. Wendy Borst brought her doodle, Barcode, who was examined by Dr. Baker as if she were getting her annual exam. Dr. Baker brought an extra stethoscope so a lucky student could hear a dog’s heartbeat. Many students have never met a vet, let alone see one examine a dog.
One student, Addison C, was awarded the Speuter Story Contest Award. She gifted her prize to another student for her pet. Six Clinic Bag Star Artist Awards were presented to Cora L., Sage McK, Abigail D., Nicola B., Harper J., and Bella H.
