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Fort Stockton Community Theatre announces its third annual Be Cool/ Stay Cool Summer Theatre Camp for youth aged from end of Kindergarten to end of eighth grade. The camp will run at the Nelson Street Theatre, 102 South Nelson St., from Monday, June 13 through Friday, June 24 from 1-4 p.m.

It’s that time of year again, where the end of the school year means more free time for families with kids who are eager to take a break from the books and partake in outdoor pursuits. One way youngsters can become familiar with some of the national park sites while completing fun activities and earning merit badges is through the Junior Rangers Park program.

Apache Elementary held their annual Play Day on May 3 on their campus in Fort Stockton. Students were able to participate in array of fun outdoor activities. Pictured are students from Briana Ramos’ first grade class. Courtesy Photos

Apache Elementary in Fort Stockton held their Creative Youth Art Show for their students last month. Students had their art put on display at the Fort Stockton Public Library a week ago. The following are the placers in Michelle Natera’s kindergarten class: Nayeli Dominguez (first), Jaziah Morgan (second), Cali Terrazas (third), Kaira Smith (fourth), Caraline Freeman (fifth), Zaiden Mata (sixth), Kyrielle Perez (honorable mention), Yarithza Carrasco (honorable mention), Jonah Miller (honorable mention). Tobias Lopez placed first in Natera’s kindergarten class. The following were the place winners in her first grade class: Taylee Gregory (first), Emilio Salas (second), Ava Garcia (third, Sophia Sevillano (fourth), Lukas Barriga (fifth), Eduardo Reyes (sixth), Dezlyn Silva (honorable mention), Itza Murillo (honorable mention), Ricardo Melendez (honorable mention). Courtesy Photos

Fifth grader Joaquin Sanchez was named Intermediate Student of the Month for April at the school board’s regular meeting on April 27. Assistant Superintendent Amanda Urias presented the certificate. Courtesy Photos

The Fort Stockton Independent School District Child Nutrition Department and director Paul Casias were give a perfect review by the United States Department of Agriculture during a review conducted a month ago. Casias said the perfect score is the third one in three reviews since he took over the position in 2018. Sid Miller, Texas Department of Agriculture Commissioner said in a written letter to the district, which Casias is holding in the photo, “Mr. Paul Casias and your Child Nurtrition Department professionals are clearly committee to safeguarding the health and well-being of your students. They exemplify the highest standard of care and service by teaching children the relationship between eating and good health. Pictured from left to right is: Ivonne Acosta, Irma Mendoza, Maria Jimenez, Judith Morin, Paul Casias, Ama Sanchez, Lucy Ureste, Patsy Cartwright, Delma Sanchez. Photo by Nathan Heuer

If you have an event for our Do Something! listing, please e-mail nathan.heuerfortstocktonpioneer.com. MAY 5 The Midland College-WRTTC Alumni Association is hosting their Second Annual Cinco De Mayo Cornhole Tournament at K-Bob’s Steakhouse starting at 6 p.m.

Frontier CASA (Court Appointed Special Advocates for Children) in Fort Stockton hosted a hamburger sale as a fundraisr at their office located at 101 N. Jackson St. People who attended were able to buy a $10 plate that included a burger, chips, drink, and a sweet. Sponsors of the event were the Pecos County Sheriff’s Office, K-Bobs Steakhouse, Porky’s Ice House, Pepsi, Millers Meat Market and Colt. Pictured is Pecos County Sheriff TJ Perkins, left, and Sergeant Jerry Gonzales, who helped prepare food at the event. Courtesy Photos

Fort Stockton High School announced the Valedictorian and the Salutatorian for the Class of 2022, along with students who earned academic achievements, at the Academic and Honor Awards Program on April 28 in the Weaver Auditorium. Kaylee Soto, left, was named Salutatorian and Alexia Sanchez, right, was named Valedictorian. Both received framed certificates of the awards. Photo by Nathan Heuer

Fort Stockton High School hosted Decision Day on May 2 at the campus’ cafeteria. Seniors announced where they will be going to college and what they be majoring in/career path. Pictured are three future Midland College attendees in (L-R): Toni Carrasco, Christian Borunda, Kavorian Rodriguez. Courtesy Photo