Justin Belill , son of Mr. and Mrs.

Thomas Belill of Peachtree City, has been accepted as

a member of the 1999 Spirit of America National Honor

Band for its 22nd annual Performing Tour of Europe. He was

chosen on the basis of maturity, performance and the ability to

represent the best of American youth. He will be raising a major portion

of his expenses himself; anyone interested in helping or

sponsoring him can call 770-486-6593.

Belill is a member of the McIntosh High School

Band, directed by Jennifer Hamilton. He plays trumpet in the

marching band, wind ensemble and jazz band.

Leslie Rice of Peachtree City has been

nominated for a Fulbright Scholarship, which would provide

her with an opportunity to study in Europe next year. Rice, a senior

Theology student, is among eight students from the University of

Dallas nominated for the prestigious scholarship. Final interviews

are set for this month.

Herman Whitehead , a chemistry and physical

science teacher at Sandy Creek High School, attended the

National Science Teachers Association's Southern Area

Convention recently at the Birmingham-Jefferson Civic Center. More

than 2,500 educators gathered information on the latest and

most innovative teaching methods and explored new developments

in science. They participated in hands-on workshops,

sessions and short courses, and heard from nationally known speakers.

Michael Desmond , son of Leslie and David Dukes

of Peachtree City, recently completed the 10-week Georgia

Law Enforcement Training Course in Tifton. Dukes, a 1994 graduate

of McIntosh High School, is an officer with the Valdosta

Police Department. He has a bachelor's degree in criminal justice

from Valdosta State University.

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