Book contest deadline announced

The Bradford County Library is reminding all students in grades 1-8 that the deadline for the annual "Write Your Own Book" contest is at 8 p.m. Tuesday, Feb. 19. The reception to honor the winners will be at 2 p.m. Saturday afternoon, March 9. This year's presenter will be Kelsey Miller, author of "Retribution." Contact Sarah at the library if you would like a copy of the guidelines or more information about the contest by calling the library at 297-2436 or emailing stoodys@bradfordco.org. This program is sponsored by the Friends of the Bradford County Library.

Kindergarten registration to be held in Troy

The Troy Area School District is pleased to announce the dates, times, and procedures for Kindergarten Registration at the W.R. Croman Primary School for the 2013-2014 school year, according to a news release on the school district's website. The following schedule applies:

Tuesday, March 19, 2013

Wednesday, March 20, 2013

Thursday, March 21, 2013

Please call the W.R. Croman office at 297-3145 to schedule an appointment to register your child.

The times for appointments on all three days are: 8:45 a.m.; 9:45 a.m.; 1 p.m.

(There will be 10 -12 students scheduled per time slot.)

The following information must be brought to the registration site:

- Official birth certificate (student must be 5 years of age on or before Aug. 31, 2013)

- Immunization record

- Custody / visitation papers

- A recent picture of your child

- A proof of residence (i.e. utility bill; such as gas or electric, tax bill or letter from landlord, and drivers license with physical address within the district)

- Bring the child with you

Again this year we will be using a technique called "Kidwatching" which allows the teachers to observe your child in a play situation while you attend to the necessary paperwork.

We eagerly look forward to meeting our new 2013-2014 students and their parents. If you have any questions or require more information, please call the primary office at 297-3145.