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Richland Source
Abraxas hosts winter fest for students
From the Abraxas School of Ohio
Feb 26, 2021 Comments
MANSFIELD – The Abraxas School of Ohio, in conjunction with the Abraxas facility, had its second annual Winter Fest on Feb. 18.
The facility and school staff coordinated to create a day full of
winter-themed activities for students as a way to unwind and celebrate
the winter weather.
Students spent all day with their second block teachers learning how to
fold origami balls, competing in a sports-themed Jeopardy game as well
as participating in a winter writing contest. Indoor activities
included Minute-to-Win-It games in the gym, such as cup stacking,
balloon volleyball, and an M&M sorting game.
They also participated in cupcake decorating, bingo, and enjoyed a hot
chocolate station. Students in Julie Pfeifer’s Life Skills class spent
the entire week leading up to the Winter Fest baking cupcakes for the
decorating activity and brownie bites as a special lunch treat.
Students had a lot to say about Winter Fest.
“I loved designing my own look for the cupcake and adding as many toppings as I wanted!” said one student.
“It was great not having to do school work and getting to participate in fun activities,” replied another.
“Having a special lunch made for us and getting ice cream sandwiches
was my favorite part,” was another common theme heard among the
students.
The day would not be complete without the hard work and dedication of
Abraxas School principal Shelly Patrick, School Supervisor Matt Porter,
and Community Service/Recreation Director Jordan McCune. The facility
and school staff look forward to continuing the tradition next year and
appreciate all of the support provided by Abraxas to make this day
possible for our students.
Private Residential Treatment Facility (PRTF) Programs include the
Abraxas School and FIRST School, which are funded through the Ohio
Department of Education Private Residential Treatment Facility Pilot
Program to operate the academic program at two of the three PRTF sites:
Abraxas, located east of Shelby and Foundations for Living, located
west of Lucas.
These programs are also supported through Title 1-D (Delinquent) funds
administered by Mid-Ohio ESC. Mid-Ohio ESC partners with the
residential treatment program administration and staff to deliver an
educational program that meets the requirement of the Ohio Department
of Education for students in correctional facilities.
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