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Hornet Review April 2019 Edition

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Clear Run High School Alumni Association

Founded in 2009

P. O. Box 413 - Clinton, North Carolina 28

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Editorial Greetings, It’s a pleasure to release these newsletters year after year. Over the years we’ve gotten positive reviews. That tells us our work is appreciated and enjoyed by you the readers. We invite you to also submit

noteworthy news to help us continue producing a quality newsletter. We look forward to seeing some new faces at the 21st Reunion this year. In addition, we would like to use this editorial to reach out to the classes of 1960, 1965 and Jr. Class of 1969 as these are the classes that will host the 22nd Annual Clear Run High School Reunion. Your ideas and support are needed to help make this event even better than what was done in 2015. Working together IT CAN BE DONE! Start planning today, to be a part of yet one of the greatest reunions of CRHS. If you desire to support the 22nd Reunion Committee, please get in touch with Faye (Ballard) Faison at faisonf47@aol.com or by calling 301-752-7708. We are eager to get started with the planning process. Faye B. Faison, CM, Class of ‘65 Recording Secretary, CRHSAA Co-Editor, Hornet Review

President’s Brief

Greetings Clear Run High School Alumni I hope that everyone’s New Year has started off well. Time is really flying up here in New England. The weather is getting warmer which means we will be out

playing golf soon. Also coming soon is our annual Reunion. The 2019 Reunion Committee has been on the job for a while. The Reunion will be in Fayetteville, North Carolina again this year but this time at the Ramada Plaza & Bordeaux Convention Center over the Labor Day weekend. The hosts this year are the classes of 1959, 1964 and 1969. The theme for this year is “Hornet Pride”.

Our annual business meeting will be held on Saturday morning, August 31st at 9 am. During the meeting, we will hold our biannual elections. Please plan to attend the meeting and elect your leaders for the next two years.

The Alumni is proud to announce that the 2018 CRHSAA Scholarship recipient, Ms. Leah Spearman, has fulfilled her requirements for her scholarship and has received the final payment of this award. Please encourage any and all descendants of Clear Run High School to send in their application. Also, don’t forget that any contribution to the CRHSAA Scholarship Fund is fully tax deductible as we are a 501(c)(3) organization.

Co-Editors: Faye Faison and Brenda Buchanon

In this Issue Editorial

President’s Brief Reunion 2019 - Information Membership Update

Birthdays & Anniversaries Scholarship Application/Guidelines

Membership Application Country Store

Scholarship Fundraiser-Knobs for Scholars

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The Clear Run High Reunion is a great time every year so please plan to attend and enjoy yourself. Additional information can be found in this newsletter.

Have a wonderful and safe summer and I hope to see you at the Reunion. Robert J. Graham, CM, Class of “66” President and Chairman of the Board, CRHSAA

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Prayer of Comfort –Sick We offer our prayers for any of our members that

may be enduring sickness or experiencing the loss of

a love one.

Membership Update

The Clear Run High School Alumni Association membership continues to increase with the addition of six (6) new members including five (5) Associate members. The organization now stands strong with a total of 97 members:

Regular/Annual: 38 Regular/Four-year: 8 Regular/Lifetime: 39 Honorary/Lifetime: 7 Associate/Annual: 5

Please join me in welcoming our newest members: Mia Bronson, Alicia L. Gray, Lee C. Gray, Sidney G. Gray, Marion Morrisey, and Rhonda Ward

Additionally, I would like to remind our annual members that their membership dues for FY2019 were due and payable October 1, 2018. I would also ask those members that are delinquent on their dues to please make a payment at your earliest convenience. Just fill out and mail in the attached application form along with your check or money order. As a valued member of the Clear Run High School Alumni Association, we look forward to you continuing your membership and maintaining a good financial standing.

Glenn Washington, CM, Class of ‘69

Chairman, CRHSAA Membership Committee

Remembering our Loved Ones Katie (Bennett) Hay, Class of ‘64 Blanche M. Fennell Patricia (Robinson) Whitted, Class of ‘60 Robert Boone

Birthday Celebrations Brenda Spearman 5/15 Glenda Bowens 5/15 Donald Vann 5/17 Sandra Spearman 5/30 Jacqueline Sellers 6/10 Charlie M. Williams 6/27 Grady Vann 8/25 Janice Boykin 8/27 Vivian Peterson Williams 9/19

Anniversary Celebrations

Charlie & Vivian Williams 5/4 Donald & Wilma Vann 5/29 Glenn & Heather Washington 9/28 (Please continue to submit your birthdates and anniversaries. We would like to acknowledge all of our readers special dates, therefore, make sure your special dates are submitted by the next edition of the Hornet Review.) The CRHSAA Administration and Newsletter Teams send Best Wishes for a: Happy Easter Happy Memorial Day Happy Father’s Day And an Enjoyable 4th of July Please plan to take part in the National Day of Prayer on May 2, 2019. We need prayer in our world today. And we hope to see you Labor Day Weekend for the 21st Annual CRHS Reunion.

Invite

The Sampson High School Alumni Association invite you to come out and take part in their 1st May Day Community Festival, scheduled for May 4th at the James L. Newkirk Park in Clinton, NC. They are planning for a great day of talent, food, games and fellowship. Even the wrapping of the May Pole. So, plan to join them.

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Quarterly Meeting Schedule

The meetings for the next two quarters are scheduled for Sunday, April 28, 2019 and Sunday, October 20, 2019 at 7:30 PM EDT. These meetings will be conducted as telephone conference calls by dialing 1-712-832-8320. This is not a toll free number--normal long distance charges by each caller's carrier may apply. All callers must call the same dial-in number and use the same access code, followed by the # key as specified below:

Participant Access Code: 3735997#

After you have entered the access code and # key, follow the recorded prompts to enter the conference. Once you are connected to the conference, please put your phone on mute until you want to ask a question or make a statement. All CRHS Alumni are welcome to attend.

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WORDS OF INSPIRATION!

Our greatest weakness lies in giving up. The most certain way to succeed is always to try just one more time --Thomas A. Edison

God changes caterpillars into butterflies, sand into pearls and coal into diamonds using time and pressure. He’s working on you too. --Rick Warren`

Life is a brief intermission, between birth and death, enjoy it. --M. K. Soni

Long ago I came to the total assurance that God loves me. God knows where I am every second of every day, and God is bigger than any problem life’s circumstance can throw at me. --- Charles Stanley

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CLEAR RUN HIGH SCHOOL ALUMNI ASSOCIATION

Membership Application Date_____________ Section I: Applicant’s Information

Name (Last, First, Middle Initial) Spouses Name (Last, First, Middle Initial)

Home Address Home Phone

City, State, Zip Code Work Phone

Year(s) Attended Clear Run High School (CRHS) Year Graduated CRHS Cell Phone

Type Membership (Regular, Associate, Honorary, Lineage, or Other) Email address

Section II: Sponsor’s Information (required for Associate, Honorary, Lineage, and Other Members; not applicable for Alumni)

Sponsor’s Name (Last, First, Middle Initial) Year(s) Attended CRHS

Section III: Membership Dues (check only one) _____ $25.00. One year membership _____ $75.00. Four year membership (25% discount) _____ $185.00. Lifetime membership _____ N/A for Honorary Members only (Free Lifetime Membership)

Section IV: Referral Information [Member referring you to Clear Run High School Alumni Association (CRHSAA)]

Member’s Name (Last, First, Middle Initial)

Section V: Privacy Information (check only one)

_____ I authorize the CRHSAA to print my contact information in the Membership Directory. _____ I do not authorize CRHSAA to print my contact information in the Membership Directory. Applicant’s Signature: Printed Name: __________________________________ _____________________________ Date: ______________________________ Complete above form; make check or money order payable and mail to:

Clear Run High School Alumni Association Post Office Box 413 Clinton, NC 28329-0413 Rev C –August 2011

Do not complete: For CRHSAA Official Use Only. Application Fee Received: $ ___________________________ Date Received By: Fin. Sec.: ___________________ Treasurer: _________________

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CLEAR RUN HIGH SCHOOL ALUMNI ASSOCIATION

ATTENTION

CLEAR RUN ALUMNI

Due to increased mailing costs, we will no longer mail hard

copies of the CRHS reunion invitations to individuals with e-

mail addresses. To ensure that you receive an electronic copy of

future invitations and help us cut costs, please send us your

e-mail address.

Send e-mail addresses to the CRHSAA Recording Secretary:

faisonf47@aol.com

If you no longer wish to receive these invitations:

Please call our President, Robert Graham at 508-944-8533 to be removed from the mailing list.

Privacy Policy: The e-mail address provided to us will only be used to send you information and updates pertaining to the Clear Run High School Alumni Association (CRHSAA). Addresses provided to the CRHSAA will not be shared with anyone outside the organization.

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CLEAR RUN HIGH SCHOOL 2019 REUNION “HORNET PRIDE”

You are cordially invited to the 21st Annual Clear Run High School Reunion in Fayetteville, North Carolina on August 30 – September 1, 2019. The Classes of 1959, 1964, and 1969 will host this year’s Reunion as they celebrate their 60th, 55th and 50th Anniversaries:

Ramada Plaza & Bordeaux Convention Center 1707 Owen Drive

Fayetteville, NC 28304 Friday, August 30, 2019 3:00 PM Hotel Check-In 6:30 PM to Midnight Ramada Plaza Hospitality Suite.* Meet & Greet. Friday is an evening of friendship, fellowship, and fare as we recall those memorable days and years at Clear Run High School Saturday, August 31, 2019 6:00 AM - 8:30 AM Breakfast (on your own)

9:00 AM - 11:00 AM Annual Clear Run High School Alumni Association Business Meeting. Ramada Plaza Hospitality Suite.*

11:00 PM – 12:00 PM Lunch at the K&W Carolina Kitchen 1758 Owen Drive, Fayetteville, North Carolina

12:30 PM - 3:00 PM Tours of one of the following areas in Fayetteville, North Carolina: 82nd Airborne Memorial Museum, 5108 Ardennes St, Fort Bragg The Cape Fear Botanical Gardens, 536 N Eastern Blvd

3:00 PM - 6:00 PM Ramada Plaza Hospitality Suite.* (early arrivals)

6:00 PM - 7:00 PM Social Hour. Ramada Plaza, Wellingtons Room

7:00 PM - 12:00 AM Banquet (Semi-formal/business casual dress): dinner, program, and dance. Ramada Plaza, Wellingtons Room Sunday, September 1, 2019 8:00 AM - 10:00 AM Breakfast (Dutch treat). Ramada Plaza, Café’ Bordeaux 10:00 AM Farewell and Departure * Room number and location will be available at the Ramada Plaza reception desk. COST **CRHSAA MEMBER NON-MEMBER Per Person Before July 10, 2019_____ Late fee: add $10.00 Friday/Saturday $85.00** $95.00 after cut-off date of Banquet Only $70.00** $80.00 July 10, 2019

**CRHSAA member’s spouse or guest receives the same rate as members (only 1 per member). To receive full

membership benefits, dues must be paid on or before registration date.

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TO ENSURE RESERVED SEATING, FULL PAYMENT MUST BE RECEIVED ON OR BEFORE JULY 10, 2019. ANY LATE RESERVATIONS MUST BE COORDINATED WITH MS. IDA PARKER AT (910) 564-4060 BEFORE July 31, 2019.

REUNION REGISTRATION CANCELLATION BEFORE JULY 10, 2019 IS REFUNDABLE. YOU MUST CONTACT MS. IDA PARKER AT ((910) 564-4060 IF YOU NEED TO CANCEL.

MAKE CHECK PAYABLE TO: Clear Run High School Alumni Association or CRHSAA

R.S.V.P. Please mail your reservation along with full payment to:

Clear Run High School Alumni Association

Post Office Box 413 Clinton, NC 28329-0413

ROOMS – Ramada Plaza, 1707 Owen Drive, Fayetteville, North Carolina A block of rooms (Run of House) has been set aside for the group at a special rate of $79.00 per night (breakfast included) plus 13% tax for standard doubles or king based on availability. Check-in time is 3:00 PM and Check-out time is 11:00 AM. To reserve your room, please call (910) 323-0111 and identify yourself with the Clear Run High School group code (CLEAR1). Rooms will be available until August 15, 2019. To ensure you get the special rate, please make your reservations early. All reservations require a guaranteed method of payment and must be cancelled by 6:00 PM on the day of your arrival to avoid being charged to your credit card.

MENU SELECTION The Ramada Plaza Dinner Buffet Choices include two entrees, two salads, two vegetables, two starches, dinner rolls, and a Chef’s Choice dessert. Freshly brewed coffee, iced tea, hot tea on request, and water are also included.

If you have any questions, please contact Glenn Washington at (321) 635-9283. If you would like more information on the Ramada Plaza, go to https://www.wyndhamhotels.com/ramada.

SCHOLARSHIP The CRHSAA is a 501(c)(3) organization and all donations to the scholarship fund are tax

deductible. Please mail tax deductible donations to CRHSAA at the address above.

The CRHSAA is offering a scholarship to the descendants of Clear Run High School Alumni seeking higher education or training. To apply for the CRHSAA Scholarship; just fill out the application form, follow the instructions contained in the package, and mail to the address below. Applications must be returned by July 10, 2019.

Mail Scholarship Application package to:

Mrs. Thelma V. Gray C/O CRHSAA Scholarship

401 Ezzell Road Clinton, NC 28328

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Hello CRHS Alumni,

We are looking forward to a fantastic reunion in Fayetteville, NC this year. The reunion committee is still working hard to ensure that we have a successful event.

With that said, we need your help. In order to accurately plan for the number of guests attending the reunion, we ask that you send in your registration by July 10th which is the cutoff date as stated on the registration form. We have to notify the venue weeks in advance with a headcount. Submitting your registration to us early will help tremendously with this process and ensure that everything will be a success. There is a $10 late fee (also stated on the registration form) that will be added to any registration received after the cutoff date. If the late fee is not included with your registration, it will be payable at the door before entering the banquet. Hopefully everyone will be motivated to get their registration in to us before or by the cutoff date.

Thank you in advance for your help. We look forward to seeing you at the reunion.

Respectfully,

The 2019 Reunion Committee

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CLEAR RUN HIGH SCHOOL REUNION August 30 – September 1, 2019

RESERVATION FORM I (We) plan to attend the 20st Annual Reunion: NAME: ___________________________________ Graduated or Attended In: _____________________

CRHSAA Member: (in good financial standing) Yes No Membership Card Number: _______________

Spouse/Guest: _______________________________________________________________________

ADDRESS: __________________________________________________________________________

Phone: __________________________ E-mail: _____________________________________________

(MAIDEN NAME FROM HIGH SCHOOL) ___________________________________________

ACTIVITIES: {write-in below} *Member of CRHSAA Non-Member Late fee: add $10.00 Friday & Saturday $ 85.00 $ 95.00 after cut-off date of

Banquet Only $ 70.00 $ 80.00 July 10, 2019 *CRHSAA member’s spouse or guest receives the same rate as members (only 1 per member). To receive the “CRHSAA

MEMBER” rate, you must be a current member in good financial standing with the CRHSAA—membership dues must

be paid in full and up-to-date.

TO ENSURE RESERVED SEATING, FULL PAYMENT MUST BE RECEIVED ON OR BEFORE

JULY 10, 2019. ANY LATE RESERVATIONS MUST BE COORDINATED WITH MS. IDA PARKER AT

(910) 564-4060 BEFORE JULY 31, 2019.

PAYMENT {write in name(s) and the activity amount}

NAME NUMBER EACH ACTIVITY AMOUNT

$

$ TOTAL AMOUNT: (Full payment due by July 10, 2019) $ _______________

MAKE YOUR CHECK OR MONEY ORDER PAYABLE TO: Clear Run High School Alumni Association or CRHSAA

To select a tour, enter the number of attendees in the box next to tour site

82ND AIRBORNE WAR MUSEUM (Fee)

CAPE FEAR BOTANICAL GARDENS ($10.00 Pay at door)

Mail Reservation Form with payment to: Clear Run High School Alumni Association

Attn: Reunion

P. O. Box 413

Clinton, NC 28329-0413.

December 24, 2018

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CLEAR RUN HIGH SCHOOL ALUMNI ASSOCIATION

SOUVENIR REUNION JOURNAL

The Clear Run High School Alumni will be hosting its 21st Annual Reunion in Raleigh, North Carolina, August 30, 2019 through September 1, 2019. As part of the reunion celebration, the group prints an 8.5 inch x 11.0 inch Souvenir Journal to commemorate this event and support the Clear Run High School Alumni Association Scholarship Fund. Over 120 graduates and/or attendees from Clear Run High School will attend this momentous occasion along with their spouses and friends. All of these attendees still have ties and influence (families, friends, etc.) in Eastern North Carolina. We are asking for your support through the purchase of an ad in this year’s Souvenir Reunion Journal. All proceeds will go toward the Clear Run High School Alumni Association Scholarship Fund. If you have any questions please contact Mr. Glenn Washington at (321) 635-9283. We ask that you support the Clear Run High School Alumni Association by purchasing an ad in the following manner: Size Black & White Ad Color Ad ___ Full page (8.5” x 11.0”) $ 80.00 $ 100.00 ___ Half page (8.5” x 5.5”) $ 45.00 $ 60.00 ___Quarter page (4.25” x 5.5”) $ 25.00 $ 35.00 ___ Patron Ad $ 10.00 (Name and year attended/graduated CRHS) E-mail “ready-to-publish” ad to Mr. Glenn Washington, crhs5769@att.net. Enclosed is my check or money order for $ _____________ made payable to Clear Run High School Alumni Association or CRHSAA. Please mail on or before July 6, 2019 to:

Clear Run High School Alumni Association P. O. Box 413

Clinton, NC 28329-0413

Advertiser/Contributor NAME: __________________________________________________________________ COMPANY/ORGANIZATION; OR FOR PATRON AD--YEAR GRADUATED/ATTENDED CRHS ________________________________________________________________________ ADDRESS: _______________________________________________________________ CITY: ___________________________________________________________________ STATE: __________________________________________ ZIP: __________________ PHONE: ______________________________________________ DATE: ________________________________________________

Do not complete: For CRHSAA Official Use Only. Form Received: $ ___________________________ Date Received By: Fin. Sec.: ___________________ Treasurer: ___________________

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CLEAR RUN HIGH SCHOOL ALUMNI ASSOCIATION SCHOLARSHIP P.O. Box 413

Clinton, North Carolina 28329-0413

Who May Apply Any Clear Run High School Alumni or descendant who has been accepted for undergraduate work to an accredited

institution of higher education, i.e. university, college, vocational school or trade school.

What is Available Currently the Scholarship Committee may award up to the following amounts:

1. A grant-in-aid of $500.00 each semester; but not to exceed $1,000.00 for the academic school year. This is a

one-time award and the amount of the grant may vary based on the availability of funds.

2. The award will be dispersed each semester after all the requirements below have been met.

Information Needed to Qualify 1. Official copy of high school transcript including the seven semester grades and SAT/ACT scores or an official

copy of college transcript.

2. Copy of acceptance letter from the college/university applicant plans to attend (if applicable).

3. Completed CRHSAA Scholarship application.

4. Essay (250 words, including future goals, major career plans, etc.)

5. Two letters of recommendation

6. Recent picture of scholarship applicant

Mail Scholarship Application package to: Mrs. Thelma V. Gray

C/O CRHSAA Scholarship

401 Ezzell Road

Clinton, NC 28328

Other Stipulations 1. The application must be signed by the student applicant, one parent/guardian, and CRHS Alumni (parent

grandparent, relative, etc.).

2. All applicants must have a minimum overall GPA of 2.85 (4.00 scale). High School applicants overall minimum

GPA must be earned during seven semesters of high school work. Applicants with lower GPA’s will be

considered on a case-by-case basis by the Scholarship Committee.

3. Scholarship award money will be given to recipient upon receipt of official college registration for the semester

(fall/spring) the student is enrolled. The necessary documentation should be turned in to The Clear Run High

School Alumni Association at the above address.

REV A – August 5, 2017

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Clear Run High School Alumni Association Scholarship Application Form

Name: __________________________________Parent/Guardian Name: ____________________________ Address: ________________________________________________________________________________ City: ________________________________________State:________________Zip:____________________ Phone: _______________________________________ Date of Birth: _______________________________ School: _________________________________________________________________________________ Name/Relationship of CRHS Alumni (parent, grandparent, relative, etc…)_____________________________

I. ACADEMIC RECORD 1. Overall Grade Point Average: ____________________________________________________________ 2. Honors Received: _____________________________________________________________________ _______________________________________________________________________________________ _______________________________________________________________________________________

II. COMMUNITY SERVICE Volunteer Activities: _____________________________________________________________________ ________________________________________________________________________________________ ________________________________________________________________________________________ ________________________________________________________________________________________

III. EXTRACURRICULAR ACTIVITIES/JOB EXPERIENCE 1. Describe Activities (sports, cultural, school clubs, etc.) and Number of Years of Participation. ________________________________________________________________________________________ ________________________________________________________________________________________ ________________________________________________________________________________________ ________________________________________________________________________________________ ________________________________________________________________________________________ 2. Citations/Honors Received: ____________________________________________________________ ________________________________________________________________________________________ ________________________________________________________________________________________ ________________________________________________________________________________________ * Applicant may add an attachment if additional space is required in Sections I, II, or III. I understand the qualifications for the Clear Run High School Alumni Association Scholarship and have filled out the application completely. I have included an essay (a 250-word essay including future goals, major career plans, etc.) and two letters of recommendation. I agree to allow CRHSAA to use my name and picture in promotional material should I be selected as a scholarship winner.

______________________________________ _______________________________ _____________ Signature (Applicant) Print Name Date

______________________________________ _______________________________ _____________ Signature (Parent/Guardian) Print Name Date

______________________________________ _______________________________ _____________ Signature (CRHS Alumni—parent, grandparent, relative, etc) Print Name Date

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THE CLEAR RUN HIGH SCHOOL ALUMNI ASSOCIATION COUNTRY STORE

Order Form

Golf Shirt—Kelly Green or White. Em- 11 x 14 inch reprint, Clear Run High

broidered circle with Gold Hornet Logo School Graduation Photo—Classes of

School Alumni Reunion”. 1959 thru 1969 are available.

11 x 14 inch Print, Clear Run High 5 x 7 inch Clear Run High School Photo

School—black mat with black foam Card with envelope__ black trim with light

backing. gray border.

CRHS Cap –Kelly Green with

gold letters. Embroidered Gold

Hornet Logo and inscription:

. " CRHS Alumni Association”

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THE CLEAR RUN HIGH SCHOOL ALUMNI ASSOCIATION COUNTRY STORE

Order Form

11 x 14 CRHS Print ________ea. x $35.00 = $____________

5 x 7 CRHS Photo Card ________ea. x $10.00 = $____________

11 x 14 Graduation Photo ________ea. x $20.00 = $____________

Golf Shirt (S, M, L) ________ea. x $30.00 = $____________

Golf Shirt (XL) ________ea. x $32.00 = $____________

Golf Shirt (XXL) ________ea. x $34.00 = $____________

CRHS Cap ________ea. x $15.00 = $____________

Shipping (if required) ________ea. x $ 6.00 = $____________

TOTAL $____________

Enter Golf Shirt Color (White or Green): ________________________

Name:____________________________________________________________________________

Address:__________________________________________________________________________

City:___________________________________ State:______________ Zip:___________________

Phone:_________________________________ E-mail:____________________________________

NOTES: (1) To insure timely delivery, all orders must be received by July 10, 2019

(2) Orders available for pick up at the CRHS Reunion, August 30 - September 1, 2019.

(3) All proceeds will go to the CRHSAA Scholarship Fund.

(4) Pictures are for illustration only; actual logo/design may vary slightly.

Make check or money order payable to CRHSAA and mail to:

Clear Run High School Alumni Association

Post Office Box 413

Clinton, NC 28329-0413

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Knobs for Scholars

We invite you to join our effort in raising dollars for scholars. We ask you to count the number of door knobs

within your home and make a tax deductible contribution of

$1.00 per Knob

To the Clear Run High School Alumni Association Scholarship Program.

Have a friend or a family member that would join our efforts?

Make sure to pass the information on to them.

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Make your check payable and mail to:

CRHSAA-Scholarship Program

P O Box 413

Clinton, NC 28329