<body><div><figure><img src="https://img.particlenews.com/image.php?type=thumbnail_580x000&amp;url=2rfziM_1H5s2Moi00" alt="https://img.particlenews.com/image.php?url=2rfziM_1H5s2Moi00" width="1662" height="1247" ><figcaption>Mingo County students from six schools competed at the West Virginia National Beta Club Convention, held Nov. 4-5 in Charleston. Organizers and county leaders praised the students for showcasing their talents and representing the community. Mingo Messenger photos by Heather Duty</figcaption></figure>Mingo County students from six schools competed in academic, art, robotics and leadership events at the West Virginia National Beta Club Convention on Nov. 4-5 in Charleston, joining hundreds of students from across the state.Students represented Lenore PK-8, Burch PK-8, Kermit PK-8, Mingo Central High School, Tug Valley High School and New Beginnings Christian School at the convention, which included elementary, junior and senior divisions. Williamson PK-8, Matewan PK-8 and Gilbert PK-8 did not participate.Organizers said that the National Beta is a student organization that promotes achievement, leadership and service.“Our schools brought home numerous awards this year, but what means the most to me is seeing students discover confidence in themselves they may not have had before,” said Michael Baisden, a Lenore PK-8 teacher and West Virginia state Beta sponsor. “I have always believed every child deserves the chance to be seen and to shine. That is what makes Beta so special to me.”Baisden, who is completing his fourth and final year as state sponsor, said he helped organize and oversee state conventions during his tenure. He thanked Mingo County Schools for supporting Beta and giving students opportunities to participate.<figure><img src="https://img.particlenews.com/image.php?type=thumbnail_580x000&amp;url=2LNQ8w_1H5s2Moi00" alt="https://img.particlenews.com/image.php?url=2LNQ8w_1H5s2Moi00" width="1662" height="1247" ></figure>Lacy Burns, a Beta sponsor and teacher at New Beginnings Christian School, said she joined the school’s team last year and made starting a Beta Club one of her first goals.“Some of my very favorite school memories were made through Beta, and it will always hold a special place in my heart,” Burns said. “Little did I know that one day I’d get the opportunity to help create those same kinds of memories for a whole new generation of kids.”Burns said Beta gives students opportunities to discover their talents, try new challenges and make lasting memories.<figure><img src="https://img.particlenews.com/image.php?type=thumbnail_580x000&amp;url=39k96t_1H5s2Moi00" alt="https://img.particlenews.com/image.php?url=39k96t_1H5s2Moi00" width="1727" height="1200" ></figure>Mingo County Commission President Nathan Brown said he was proud to see students represent their schools and community.“Our children are our greatest investment, and I’m proud of each of them for representing Mingo County so well,” Brown said. “We have a lot to be proud of in our young people.</div></body>

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Mingo County students from six schools competed in academic, art, robotics and leadership events at the West Virginia National Beta Club Convention on Nov. 4-5 in Charleston, joining hundreds of students from across the state. Students represented Lenore PK-8, Burch PK-8, Kermit PK-8, Mingo Central High School, Tug Valley High...

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Mingo County students from six schools competed in academic, art, robotics and leadership events at the West Virginia National Beta Club Convention on Nov.

Mingo students compete at WV Beta convention

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