Hey guys! I'm the 7th grade math teacher here at Finneytown, Mrs. McCrea! I am a buckeye who grew up close to Finneytown, graduating from Princeton High School. I love the Bengals, Buckeyes, and Reds. I am also partial to the Texans, Astros, and Dynamo since Houston has a special place in my heart. I lived there for 7 years starting my career, and I met my husband there. We decided to move back to Ohio to raise our family. I currently have 1 son, Luke, who is almost 3 years old and 2 energetic dogs, Scarlet and Riggins. I love spending my free time with family and friends, just laughing while hanging out together.

1. This year, more than any other year in my 15 years of running Book Fairs, I witnessed overwhelming acts of generosity by our Finneytown community. Staff members asked me to let them know if kids wanted books but couldn't afford them. Students loaned each other money to be able to buy Book Fair items. One student overheard a younger student speaking passionately about one of the items, and he simply bought it for the other student. Students, staff, and community members placed change in the donation boxes at the Brent Book Fair and at the Secondary Campus Book Fair, and volunteers at Brent left money in the cash register for students who didn't have quite enough to buy the books they wanted. I know that it's the season of giving, but people went above and beyond to spread love and joy at our district Book Fairs, and I think that should be celebrated and applauded. I'm so proud to be part of the Finneytown community!--Lara

2. The Varsity Boys Bowling team was victorious against St. X on Friday December 10, led by Nathan Deuitch who averaged 208 and Adam Stiemle who averaged 198. The Varsity Boys are currently 2nd in our athletic conference. The Varsity Boys posted a 269 baker game (which is a new school record). In a losing effort to St. Ursuline, the Varsity Girls continue to be competitive, led by Anya Revelle who averaged 154 on Friday. The girls are currently 3rd in our athletic conference.