Alpha Beta Teacher Enrichment Grants Help, Encourage Students

On March 16, 2024, Alpha Beta Chapter of the Delta Kappa Gamma Society met at Hoss’ Restaurant in Bedford.

Sandra Hoenstine introduced Mary Ellen Laird, Northern Bedford science and geography teacher and theater owner in Loysburg, one of the recipients of Alpha Beta’s Teacher Enrichment Grants. Part of Ms. Laird’s presentation was the distribution of hats and other costume items to demonstrate how she has used the award to enhance the Drama Club she has instituted at the Northern Bedford County Middle School. The positive effects for students include building confidence, fostering life-long le...