Blackhawks fan in a hairy situation

HOBART | Recently, one fan that attends Joan Martin Elementary School is growing his beard out (fake of course). Posed as an extra credit challenge by one of the 5th grade teachers, this fan keeps adding on to his beard every day. Once the Blackhawks reached the playoffs, they think it is go…

Joan Martin third graders experience immigration at Swedish American Museum

HOBART | During the month of February, third graders at Joan Martin Elementary School got to experience immigration firsthand with a study trip to the Swedish American Museum in Chicago.

Pi Day a big hit at Joan Martin Elementary School

HOBART | This March 14 was National Pi Day. Two Joan Martin classes along with Barbara from Mariyln's Bakery celebrated this special day! It was very exciting for everyone, especially Mrs. Steege's fifth grade class and Mrs. Patterson's second grade class.

Noelani Howland: Nobody wins with bullying

HOBART | I've been thinking a lot about what to do for a story and I thought bullying would be great topic.

Joan Martin Elementary School has annual food drive

HOBART | Joan Martin Elementary school is having it's annual food drive. Miss Sieffert the student council head person is in charge of taking student council officers to prepare baskets for family in need. Miss Sieffert said, "I feel it is great to give back to the community and give food to…

Joan Martin students perform 'Th Nutcracker Suite'

HOBART | On Thursday December 6, second graders at Joan Martin Elementary put on a wonderful production called 'The Nutcracker Suite' at Joan Martin Elementary.

Joan Martin third graders build their minds and brain through yoga

HOBART | Mrs. Decker's third graders at Joan Martin Elementary School are building their minds and brain by doing yoga every Friday.

Local business owner reaches out to 5th graders

HOBART | Today, on Nov. 6, Jeffrey Nowell spoke to Joan Martin's fifth graders about running a business. He shared some of his tips to having a successful career.

Joan Martin Elementary announces 2012-2013 Student Council

HOBART | After several weeks of campaigning, thirty-seven students were inducted into the Joan Martin Elementary Student Council on October 23.

Joan Martin hosts Veterans Day celebration

HOBART | Joan Martin Elementary hosted a Veterans Day celebration on Friday, Nov. 9. During the Joan Martin Elementary School assembly for veterans, 40 were honored for their service to the country.

Next Generation born at Joan Martin Elementary School

HOBART | At Joan Martin Elementary School, Mrs. Heather Steege’s fifth grade class is working with The Times Media Co. to promote positive news stories in their school.

3rd Grade Learns About Hobart History

HOBART | Over three days in May, six third grade classes from Joan Martin Elementary went on a Hobart History Walk around our community to learn about Hobart History. We left early in the morning and returned at the end of our day.

Joan Martin Elementary 5th graders graduate from DARE Program

HOBART | Hobart-On April 18, 292 5th grade students graduated D.A.R.E. at Hobart High School. D.A.R.E. is a Drug Abuse Resistance Education prevention program for teaching students the danger of drugs. D.A.R.E. was first taught in Los Angeles, California in 1985.

Students display Personal Best and Pride

Joan Martin 4th Grade present 'Treasure Island' on Feb. 24

HOBART | Joan Martin Elementary School's 4th grade Drama Club is doing the musical 'Treasure Island.'

Local family shares love of racing under direction of local legend

HOBART | Marty Chappo never says no to racing.

Joan Martin third graders make time for yoga in the classroom

HOBART | On Thursday, February 9, Joan Martin Elementary School 3rd graders in Mrs. Deckers class got to learned yoga.

Joan Martin 1st Graders rock the school

HOBART | On January 24, Joan Martin 1st graders, had a music performance directed by Mrs. Audrey Amsler, the Joan Martin music teacher.

Joan Martin Students step back in time for history lesson

HOBART | At Joan Martin Elementary School, Fourth Grade Teacher Ms. Coady and her students created a project that might change the way people think about history for life.