![]() ![]() In his speech, Miller cited the value of living in Fort Atkinson, which he described as a “positive and supportive community.” Miller told those in attendance that the path to success requires “tactics,” including “hard work,” “kindness,” and “dedication to perseverance,” the release stated, adding that Miller said he had no “magic secret.” ![]() Miller spoke about failure, noting that, from his view, “failure is not only okay, but almost required,” the release stated. Miller’s speech, titled: “5 Things I Wish I Knew in 5th Grade,” contained life lessons about finding the courage to try new things, the release noted. ![]() In addition, Tuesday’s ceremony featured guest speaker Pat Miller, head coach of the Men’s Basketball Team at the University of Wisconsin-Whitewater. In a second demonstration, Purdy Elementary School fifth-grade teacher Kayla Telfer donned a protective “bite suit.”Īfter receiving a command, Truman lunged at the teacher and bit the suit.Īccording to the release, “students were audibly impressed with the dog’s strength and obedience.” Within moments, the release noted, Truman identified the correct box. Three boxes were empty and one box had training materials that represented a possible illegal substance.Īdams issued a one-word command instructing Truman to begin his search. One assignment that stood out was the DARE Essay,” Enger told audiences on Tuesday, according to the release.Įssays focused on assignments learned in class.Īlso on hand Tuesday was the Lake Mills Police Department K-9 team of officer “Truman,” a 4-year-old Belarusian Dutch shepherd, and his handler Officer TJ Adams.ĭuring the graduation ceremony, Adams spoke about Truman’s training and capabilities, which include proficiencies in searching for narcotics, patrol and utility purposes, tracking a subject, and article searches, according to the release.ĭuring a demonstration of Truman’s training, Adams placed four cardboard boxes on the front of the stage. “In addition to the weekly classes, some homework assignments were a part of the program. Offering insight into the program, during the ceremony, Enger was quoted as saying in the release: “The DARE program is not only focused on harmful substances, such as drugs, tobacco, and alcohol, but also teaches students about ways to handle stress, friendships, and other healthy decision-making tactics.”Įnger said program goals were enforced in the classroom through such activities as informational presentations and role-playing games, all of which are designed to support safe and responsible decision-making. He cited Enger as instrumental in bringing about that result. Luther Elementary School Principal Dave Geiger in his opening remarks Tuesday noted the overwhelmingly positive response of the students to the program. Its goal is to bring tools and education to students to help them make healthy choices in their lives, the release stated.Įntering his third year as the Fort Atkinson Police Department DARE Officer, Brian Enger teaches fifth-grade classrooms throughout the district one day per week. The DARE program was founded in the early 1980s. In recognition of their achievement, a graduation ceremony was held in the Fort Atkinson High School auditorium, according to information released by the district.Įach year, the release continued, the Fort Atkinson Police Department, School District of Fort Atkinson and multiple area businesses sponsor the ten-week DARE program. ![]() The district extends its apologies.įifth-grade students within the School District of Fort Atkinson graduated Tuesday, April 26, from the Drug Abuse Resistance Education (DARE) program. Editor’s note: information supplied by the school district incorrectly spelled a student’s last name. ![]()
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