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MARK 12:24-27 "And Jesus answering said unto them, Do ye not therefore err (go astray), because ye know not the scriptures, neither the power of God? For when they shall rise from the dead, they neither marry, nor are given in marriage; but are as the angels which are in heaven.

Assumption of the Blessed Virgin Mary Parish Dante second graders received their First Holy Communion at Mass on Sunday April 25th followed by a noon meal to celebrate their special day. Pictured L-R Pam Roth-teacher, Weston Koupal, Cooper Kafka, Thomas Krcil and Father Jim Friedrich.

Nicole Phillips, breast cancer survivor, Hallmark Channel guest, and author, came to Avon High School on February 17 to present an assembly she calls Kindness is Contagious! She told her life story and how she overcame her battles using kindness in her daily life.

Avon students performed a two-act play called The Purrfect Crime on April 17. At 6:00 p.m. the Post Prom committee served supper in the Avon gym prior to the play. Supper consisted of a side salad, pork loin, baked potato, green beans, a bun and dessert...served during intermission.

Avon School is upping their tech game. Mr. Brad Poppe is pleased to announce that there is now an Avon Pirate School App available for those with iPhones and Androids. If interested, the app may be downloaded in the Apple Store for iPhone users and Google Play for Android users.

April 8-9 was filled with many learning experiences for five high school girls. Early Thursday morning Cassie Stewart, Makayla Kopp, Madi Mudder, Kim Tolsma, and Gracie Small hopped on a bus headed to Sioux Falls for the state HOSA (Health Occupations Students of America) event.

Monday, April 12 the high school choir (9th through 12th) and high school band (8th through 12th) performed the Pops Concert at 7:30 p.m. in the main gym. Seniors Keely Bares, Kristen Namminga, Alexa Sees, Megan Soukup, and Cassie Stewart opened the concert with “If I Die Young,” by The Band Perry.

If you are a veteran or widow of a veteran on limited income or with significant medical expenses, you may be eligible for a monthly pension from the United States Department of Veterans Affair (VA).

The development of partnerships for the 605 Unity JAM began a few weeks ago and is ready to wrap up this week. The purpose of the partnership process is to encourage local individuals, business, clubs and organizations to become financially supportive in the creation of this culture and music event.

Andes Central students attended the State FCCLA Conference in Sioux Falls on April 18-20th. Students from across the state participated in workshops, STAR Events, Social Activities, and General Sessions. FCCLA stands for Family, Career, and Community Leaders of America.