Regional Power of the Pen Results
An outstanding performance by both 7th and 8th grade Power of the Pen Teams at the Ohio University-Lancaster Regional Tournament on Friday, March 8, 2024. Out of thirteen schools that advanced to the regionals, the 7th Grade earned 1st place. The team consisted of the following creative writers:
Jordyn Hanna
Alexandria Lang
Alaina Leonard
Kate Springer
Ella Truax
The following writers earned individual honors:
Kate Springer- 3rd Place
Alanin Leonard- 10th Place
Ella Truax- 12th Place
The 8th grade team got 2nd place, consisting of the following creative writers:
Karah Borah
Addison Kellenbarger
Megan Maloney
Indianna Rader
Vivian Shafer
Ryanne Westenbarger
The following writer earned individual honors:
Addison Kellenbarger- 1st Place
Rushville Middle School earned the Sweepstakes Award, which is the highest honor in the Power of the Pen. This award is the combined scores of both 7th and 8th grade. They will get to house the trophy for one year at RMS.
Megan Maloney was recognized for her Best of Round award from the Licking Heights District Tournament. Round 3- Best of Round- Megan Maloney in her story “Thanks, Cheryl” (from the district tournament).
Top 12 medal winners and Best of Round automatically advance to State. We will find out in the next couple weeks who else advances to the tournament at Ashland University on May 16-17.
Excellent job writers! We are so proud of your accomplishments.
The 7th grade Power of the Pen Team earned 1st place.
Kate Springer earned 3rd place. Alaina Leonard earned 10th place. Ella Truax earned 12th place.
Addison Kellenbarger earned a gold medal, 1st place at the regional tournament.
The 8th Grade earned 2nd place overall.