New teachers at Grain Valley

New faces at the Grain Valley school

We have some new teachers and they have come to visit the Optimist Club. Dr. Small introduced them and the trio told us a little about the accomplishments they have done. The Band director is Reid Atkinson, his assistance is Davis Gronneberg and Heather Makely is the High School English teacher ans sponsor/coach of the girls color guard.

The Gifting Gals visit the Optimist Club....

The Gifting Gals

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DJ Malotte, Linda Johnson, CJ Johnson


On Saturday August 23rd, these three ladies were one of our guest speakers to the club.
The Gifting Gals dedicated to bringing donations of goods, services, and funds to the elderly, women/mothers and children who need assistance fulfilling needs that are unmet by other sources. This is their mission. In the picture are examples of some of the gift cakes they offer as part of their fundraisers. The 'Gift Cake" they have created and selling are for baby showers, anniversaries, birthdays, special occasions and much more. You have got to see these in person to appreciate the work they have done.

DJ Mallotte spoke to the group on how they became the Gifting Gals and shared some of the things they have done. To find out more you can call any one of the three ladies.

Contact information:

CJ Johnson 224-8808

DJ Mallotte 847-7647

Linda Johnson 847-0178

Strack named Citizen of the Year....

Mark Strack

A family that helps fight cancer, a community volunteer, and the team behind the transfer of seven schools from the Kansas City f Independence School District are some of the honorees as Citizen of the Year.

The honoree for Grain Valley is Mary Strack, who has been very involved in the Grain Valley community by volunteering her time to the work of the Historical Society, school district. Christian Church, Community Service League and the Grain valley Assistance Council. We are also very honored that she is one of our members of the Grain valley Optimist Club.

After 25 years of service, the THCF continues to serve the region with assets reaching $35 million and annual grants surpassing $3 million.

Congratulations Mary.