REUNION of the AGES
MORRISTOWN, TN
REUNION
of the AGES
"Preserving Our History"
REUNION
of the AGES
PHILANTHROPY
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COMMUNITY
SERVICE
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City files suit to acquire former Morristown College campus
Posted on Wednesday, June 22, 2016 at 11:43 am
http://www.citizentribune.com/city-files-suit-to-acquire-former-morristown-college-campus/
EVENTS
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Monthly meeting - 1st Monday every month at 05:00 p.m. at Dockery's Funeral Home
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May 31, 2016 - James A. Nichols Scholarship Application Due
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July 28th thru 31st, 2016 - 2016 Reunion of the Ages Bi-Annual Celebration
OUR MISSION
…To preserve, honor and celebrate the history and heritage of former black educational institutions in the Morristown-Hamblen County area in conjunction with present and future needs of the community.
Morristown College
Morristown College High School
West High School
Judson S. Hill Grammar School
Miller W. Boyd Grammar School
Lowland Grammar School
Pineville Grammar School
Russellville Grammar School
Whitesburg Grammar School
Nelson Merry School
FUNDRAISING
OPPORTUNITIES
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EDUCATION
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Charles “Bo” Simpson, a graduate of Morristown College, known on campus and throughout the years by students as Ms. Hazel’s son. Ms. Hazel was the former cafeteria manager at Morristown College. His father, the late Charles F. Simpson was also a graduate of Morristown College Normal High School. His three siblings are Charlotte J. Simpson Charles, Gaynell Simpson Scott, both of which are Morristown College NHS graduates and Virginia C. Smith.
Bo received an Associate of Arts degree from Morristown College and continued his education at East Tennessee State University where he earned a Bachelor of Science in Physical Education K-12. After college, he coached basketball a Morristown College and football a Gardner-Webb University located in Boiling Springs, North Carolina.
In 2000, Bo was ordained and elected pastor of Thorn Hill Baptist Church where he continues to pastor. After working for 17 years in, the sporting goods industry as a graphic designer, Bo started his own business. He adequately named his business venture Rev’s Trophies and Screen Printing located it in Morristown, TN. There he designs logos, transfers for screen printing, plaque engravings and build trophies. Bo’s motto is “Courteous and Professional Service”.
BOARD of DIRECTORS
DARLENE ELY
PRESIDENT
WILLIAM THOMPSON
VICE PRESIDENT
TALMAR BRYAN
EXECUTIVE SECRETARY
Tel: (423) 000-0000
JOAN SIMON
RECORDING SECRETARY
Tel: (423) 000-0000
SAMUEL RICHARDSON
HISTORIAN
Tel: (423) 581-5877
Tel: (423) 000-0000
WALTER EVANS
FINANCIAL SECRETARY
Tel: (423) 581-3428
BARRY WALLACE
TREASURER
Tel: (423) 586-3957
DELPHINE BLEVINS
CHAPLAIN
Tel: (423) 000-0000
LETHIA YEARY
SERGEANT AT ARMS
Tel: (423) 000-0000
Tel: (423) 000-0000
JAMES A.
NICHOLS
SCHOLARSHIP
Mr. Nichols was a Black Educator in the Lakeway area for many years. He was instrumental in motivating and encouraging many children about the importance of obtaining an education.
The Reunion of the Ages James A. Nichols Scholarship is awarded annually. The amount of each scholarship is determined by the Reunion of the Ages Executive Board based on funds available. To be considered for a scholarship, the following is required of each applicant:
• A completed application form returned to the organization on or before March 31. Applications received after this date will not be considered.
• Applicant must have a GPA (grade point average) of a “C” or above.
• Applicant must (or will) be a high school graduate or have obtained their GED.
• Applicant must provide proof of acceptance to and enrollment in a university, college, or trade school.
• Applicant must provide information on community involvement.
• An essay (typed or printed) on why applicant is requesting financial assistance in pursuit of their educational goals must be included with the application.
Completed application and supporting documents must be returned before the application deadline to:
REUNION OF THE AGES
Attn: Scholarship Committee
P.O. Box 1751 Morristown, TN 37816-1751
Notification to scholarship recipients will be made by the Education Committee. Application must be completed in ink. PLEASE PRINT
ROBERT JENKINS
FACILITY MANAGER
Tel: (423) 000-0000
SCHOLARSHIP
LINEAGE
Reunion of the Ages James A. Nichols Scholarship of $300.00 each was awarded to the following high school graduates. Nathan Blake McMahan, Morristown, TN Erin Elizabeth Kramer, Morristown, TN Richard W. Turley, Indianapolis, IN Andrew Kerry Thompson, Newbury Park, CA Alyssa Janae’ Knight, Morristown, TN Allen Nicole Casanova Alana, Morristown, TN Heather Annette McCarter, Jefferson City, TN Benjamin Carroll Love, Jefferson City, TN
Reunion of the Ages James A. Nichols Scholarship of $300.00 each was awarded to the following high school graduates Front row left to right - Kayran Tyresha Hoard, Shireena Delecia Weston, Kemia Shanell Talley, Monica Rochelle Lewis Second row left to right - Lina Nichols (daughter of Mr. Nichols),father of Zachary Scott Thompson, Terence Nicholas Maxwell, Jonathan Paul Brown, Betty Kyle (Scholarship Chairperson)
Reunion of the Ages James A. Nichols Scholarships were awarded to the following high school graduates. L/R - Jacey Diaz (Jefferson County HS); WSCC Dayon Cuberson (Morristown East HS); Tennessee State University Lina Nichols Bradley (Presenter); Autumn Dodson (Jefferson County HS); Brenau University Casey Mason (Knox Central HS) University of Tennessee at Knoxville
Reunion of the Ages James A. Nichols Scholarship of $300.00 each was awarded to the following high school graduates. Nathan Blake McMahan, Morristown, TN Erin Elizabeth Kramer, Morristown, TN Richard W. Turley, Indianapolis, IN Andrew Kerry Thompson, Newbury Park, CA Alyssa Janae’ Knight, Morristown, TN Allen Nicole Casanova Alana, Morristown, TN Heather Annette McCarter, Jefferson City, TN Benjamin Carroll Love, Jefferson City, TN
CONTACT
REUNION of the AGES
OUR ADDRESS
Post Office Box 1751,
Morristown, Tennessee 37816-1751
Email: reunionoftheagesmorristown@gmail.com
Tel: (423) 581-3428
For any general inquiries, please fill in the following contact form:
William S. Braziel
Scholarship
William Samuel Braziel was devoted to being involved in the Morristown community as a coach, former president of the Lakeway Area Football Association, Tee To Green Golf Association, and 1st president of the Reunion of the Ages. The William “Sam” Braziel scholarship amount is predetermined by the family.
To be considered for a scholarship, the following is required of each applicant:
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A completed application form must be returned to the organization on or before May 31, 2016. Applications that are incomplete and received after May 31, 2016 will not be considered.
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Applicant must have a GPA (grade point average) of a “C” (75-84) or above.
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Applicant must be a high school senior.
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Applicant must provide, with this application, a copy of high school transcript and diploma or a copy of high school transcript and GED, along with proof of acceptance to a university, college, or trade school.
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Applicant must provide information on community involvement.
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An essay (typed or printed) on why applicant is requesting financial assistance in pursuit of their educational goals must be included with the application.
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Applicant must be present in order to receive this scholarship or send a family representative on your behalf.
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Please do not send outdated applications.
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Completed application and supporting documents must be returned before the application deadline (May 31, 2016) to:
Reunion of the Ages
Attn: SCHOLARSHIP COMMITTEE P.O. Box 1751
Morristown, TN 37816-1751
NOTE: The awards will be given - TBA. Recipients will be notified.
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LOCATION
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Reunion of the Ages
8th Bi-Annual Reunion
Thursday July 28th thru Sunday July 31st, 2016
REUNION
of the AGES
"Preserving Our History"