On August 1, more than 350 freshmen students and parents attended the John Hardin High School “Freshmen Welcome” during Open House.

On August 5, 500 6th, 7th and 8th grade students attended the Bluegrass Middle School “Start of the Year Welcome.”

On August 12, Buffalo Productions Presents: Glen Rice; Family and Friends presented their musical concert series before an audience of 350.

On August 15, 116 1st through 8th grade students attended audtions for Missoula Children’s Theatre’s Pinocchio. 65 students were cast representing 15 Hardin County Middle and Elementary Schools, three Elizabethtown Independent Schools and one Fort Knox School, as well as St. James Regional Catholic School, North Hardin Christian School and home schools.

On August 19 and 20, 570 students and teachers attended the school time performance of Missoula Children’s Theatre’s Pinocchio. Nearly 600 patrons attended the Friday evening and Saturday afternoon public performances.