Red Ribbon Week observed Red Ribbon Week was observed at Elida Schools during the week of Oct. 22-25. Highlights of the week included a visit on Wednesday by Doug Steward, a motivational speaker, and a ballon release by elementary students on Thursday. Red Ribbon Week is observed thoughout the nation for the prevention of drug abuse. Elida FFA competes at nationals Elida FFA members competed at the National FFA Convention in Indianapolis, Ind. Ryan Best competed in the prepared public speaking career development event. The parliamentary law team competed in the national career development event. Team members include: Trent Bilberry, Wesley Gilmore, Ethan Jasso, Nicole Jasso, Christyn Lee, Drew Sanders, and Janice Taylor. Results will be published next week. District volleyball set to begin The district volleyball tournament will begin this week. See the school Web site at elidaschools.net for an updated schedule.