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GAME CLOSER

Fifth graders at Council Grove Elementary School in Tiffany Bunn’s writing classes recently completed their final major assignment of the year: writing a persuasive letter to members of the community about volunteer opportunities in Council Grove. Each student selected a local organization they felt passionate about and worked to encourage others to get involved.

Mother’s Day is celebrated annually on the second Sunday of May. Since 1914, when it was officially recognized as a national holiday by President Woodrow Wilson, families have been gathering to celebrate mothers, and celebrations typically include thoughtful gifts.