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Student of the Month: Shawnee High School senior MacKenzie Steele
Senior MacKenzie Steele is a leader at Shawnee High School and maintains a perfect 4.0 GPA.
She has been selected as one of The Shawnee News-Star and Patriot Auto Group Students of the Month for January and is now in the running to win a car.
“I have watched her grow from a young, somewhat naive freshman to a confident, well-spoken, astute high school senior,” Shawnee High School Counselor Cindy Bartley said. “MacKenzie has set herself apart from her peers through her strong desire to help others.”
3 Things to Do: Dec. 11-13
The Shawnee News-Star
Christmas is just around the corner, and there are several things going on around Shawnee to get you in the holiday spirit. Whether giving back to the community, buying crafts, or making your own, here are some of the things to do this weekend.
1. Take part in Claus for a Cause: Some Shawnee businesses have teamed up for Claus for a Cause to benefit a local non-profit. Cuckoo Bird & Dashing T Boutique, located at 1817 N. Harrison in Shawnee, will be accepting toys for a toy drive each day through Sunday. Discounts will be available for each new toy brought in. Rachel Cleere Photography is also participating and will be offering 10-minute time slots for photos with Santa Sunday at the boutique, with packages starting at $40. Eats & Sweets is also donating treats for those attending. All proceeds from the photos will go to Legacy Parenting Center. Sessions are by appointment only and can be booked at www.RachelCleerePhotography.com. F