A tight race in the girls shuttle relay.

By Rich Wicks | Times Vedette

 On May 22, an annual tradition was observed as students from Guthrie Center Elementary participated in Track Day. Perfect weather greeted the competitors, who gave their all in front of many parents and grandparents in the bleachers.

Track Day spectators brought cases of water for Greenfield tornado relief.

Elementary Principal Diane Flanery took a moment from her duties at the track to share her thoughts as she heads into retirement.

“We’ve been doing Track Day for, gosh, I don’t know how many years. As long as I’ve been a teacher here,” Flanery said. “It’s something the kids really look forward to…just a lot of fun, and it’s always great to see all the parents show up.”

She then reflected on her career in education.

“I’ve been at Guthrie Center Elementary for 27 years. They’ve been great years,” Flanery said. “I really appreciate the kids, staff, parents and community. It’s a great place to have kids. I’ve really enjoyed my career, and I’m looking forward to whatever comes next.”

The boys give it their all.

Principal Diane Flanery’s final Track Day at Guthrie Center Elementary.