Nancy Purcell

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GIREA honors teachers, students

1 month ago | thebrunswicknews.com | Nancy Purcell

At the April meeting of the Golden Isles Retired Educators Association, a student from each local middle schools was honored for their efforts and contributions at their respective school.
GIREA visit Grace House

2 months ago | thebrunswicknews.com | Nancy Purcell
GIREA visit MOSAIC Museum

2 months ago | thebrunswicknews.com | Nancy Purcell

By Nancy Purcell Submitted by Nancy PurcellAt the March meeting of the Golden Isles Retired Educators Association, members traveled to the MOSAIC Museum on Jekyll Island. Dana Karstensen of the Jekyll Island Authority (JIA) explained the mission and goals of the JIA. She also shared some historical information about the island. Members then had the opportunity to tour the MOSAIC Museum.
GIREA honors veterans

Feb 26, 2025 | thebrunswicknews.com | Nancy Purcell

At a recent meeting of the Golden Isles Retired Educators (GIREA), members learned about the Coastal Georgia Honor Flight, which honors area veterans for their service and sacrifices.
GIREA hold meeting, donate gifts

Jan 29, 2025 | thebrunswicknews.com | Nancy Purcell

By Nancy Purcell At a recent meeting of the Golden Isles Retired Educators Association, members were treated to a selection of holiday music by the Brunswick High School Band's saxophone ensemble. Also, the retired educators continued their annual Toy Drive tradition by bringing wrapped gifts, for three and four year old students who attend the FACES (Family and Children Educational Services) Center, and who live in disadvantaged circumstances.
Keenagers collect canned goods

Dec 10, 2024 | thebrunswicknews.com | Nancy Purcell

At a recent meeting of Keenagers of First United Methodist Church in Brunswick, canned goods were collected to be used in Thanksgiving gift baskets for families served by the local Dreams Come True program. Pictured with the donation are Keenagers members Diane Lawton, left, and Kathy Walker.
GIREA receives proclamation

Nov 19, 2024 | thebrunswicknews.com | Nancy Purcell

At the October meeting of the Golden Isles Retired Educators Association, local Georgia House Representative Rick Townsend, presented the unit with a proclamation for Retired Educators' Day. Sondra Anderson, president-elect of GIREA, accepted the proclamation.
GIREA makes treat bags for school staff

Nov 19, 2024 | thebrunswicknews.com | Nancy Purcell

At the October meeting of the Golden Isles Retired Educators Association, members made treat bags for Glynn and McIntosh high school staff members. Pictured are Ann McKinney, GIREA secretary, left, and Marion Cherie, GIREA past-president, with bags they completed.
Retired educators donate to schools

Oct 7, 2024 | thebrunswicknews.com | Nancy Purcell

At the September meeting of the Golden Isles Retired Educators Association, members collected and delivered school supplies to several Glynn County Schools, including Golden Isles Elementary, Altama Elementary and Goodyear Elementary.
GIRE awards middle schoolers scholarships

Jun 11, 2024 | thebrunswicknews.com | Nancy Purcell

By Nancy Purcell At a recent meeting, the Golden Isles Retired Educators honored five local middle school students and three local high school students with scholarships. Middle school recipients were John Prescott, Jr. of Janet Macon Middle School, from left; Vincent Coppola of Glynn Middle School; Hannah Landers of Needwood Middle School; Faith Roberts of McIntosh County Middle School; and Sofia Fernandez of Risley Middle School.