Ridgway schools can release a sigh of relief after receiving donation

Angie Henn, Feb. 15, 1918-May 5, 2012

Angie Chapman Henn, 94, passed away May 5th in Montrose, CO. She is survived by her husband of nearly 70 years, Roger also of Montrose, and her three children, Frank C. Henn and wife Janet of Brandon, MS, Patty Ratliff and husband Stephen of Ouray, CO and Alan Henn and wife Linda of Starkville, MS. She had five grandchildren and 2 great-grandchildren, and one surviving sister, Edith Sessums with husband David, of Byram, MS. Photo right: Angie and Roger Henn on their 65th wedding anniversary in 2007. See "Obituaries" for more details. Read more...

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Ridgway schools can release a sigh of relief after receiving donation

Thursday, 29 December 2011 11:04

by Jessi Marlatt
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Ridgway School District has received a substantial donation from Victoria Hearst of Praise Him Ministries. This donation, coupled with recent news from the Governor’s office, will allow the district to minimize further cuts in the 2012-2013 school year, said Superintendent Cheryl Gomez.

"The Lord has really placed Ridgway Schools on my heart. We've offered the Ridgway Christian Center as a safe haven to children for many years. This created an 'after school' sanctuary, but what about the 'in school' needs? When I became aware of how many children were affected by cuts to our schools' budget, it made sense to contribute to those areas of greatest need. I am really impressed by how many people in this community do volunteer and give charitably to aid our schools.

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