Paulding, OH: This year the Paulding Area Chamber of Commerce wanted to do something to encourage the growth of leadership skills and kindness in the area youth. There are many ways that you can try to guide and encourage students but Erica Noggle, Executive Director for the Chamber, wanted to do something a little different. Noggle reached out to Mrs. Doster, a 3rd grade teacher at Paulding Exempted Village Schools. Together they came up with the Pathfinder Program.
Each week the students will have the opportunity to earn the Pathfinder of the Week Award. The criteria to earn this award are to show acts of kindness, demonstrate leadership skills, step outside his/her comfort zone, be kind to everyone, lead by example, etc. The student that is chosen will receive a certificate, get to pick a small prize from the treasure box, and get their picture taken to post in the hallway, on the classroom Dojo page, and be submitted to the local newspapers.
Mrs. Doster will pilot the program for the 2023-2024 school year. The hope is that next year the program can be expanded to include all 3rd grade classrooms in Paulding County. Noggle and Doster are also very appreciative for the support of MY102.7 in making this program a reality. This is a wonderful opportunity that we have to help develop leadership skills in our youth!
