The Taft Tribune (Taft, Tex.), Vol. 64, No. 15, Ed. 1 Wednesday, April 9, 1997 Page: 3 of 6
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CHARLOTTE PURL
Taft Junior High
SYLVIA MALDONADO
East Elementary
Wednesday, April 9,1997
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The Texas State Teacher of the
Year selection process begins at the
local campus level, each faculty is
eligible to submit one local noml-
' nee, who meets the local criteria, for
consideration of the District Teacher
of the Year. These nominees will
undergo an intensive interview
process by a committee comprised
of professional educators from out-
side the school district. Once the
finalist is determined, he/she will be
recognized at the Teacher
Appreciation Dinner on April 24,
1997.
The district representative will
then advance to the regional com-
petition. Regional competition will
be held at the Educational Service
Center-Region II in Corpus Christi.
The regional winner will automati-
cally become a semifinalist in the
State Teacher of the Year contest to
be held in Austin in September. Of
these semifinalist, six semifinaslists
will be picked.
The final judging is scheduled for
October of which the winner of the
Texas State Teacher of the Year con-
test will move on to the National
contest in January.
These four teachers have
been nominated by their campus
faculties and will begin their trek
through the contest on April 11,
when they partake in the interview
process. Members of the interview
panel consist of: Pat Romero,
Personnel Director, Calallen I.S.D.;
Mike McGowen, Aransas Pass I.S.D.,
Administrative Assistant; Pete
Cortez, Independent Insurance
Agent; Each interviewer will pre-
view an informational packet pre-
pared by each nominee. The packet
will consist of essays on:
"Professional Biography";
"Educational History & Professional
Development"; "Community
Involvement"; "Philosophy of
Teaching"; "Educational Issues &
Trends"; "The Teaching Profession"
and State Teacher of the Year-
"What would your message be?"
City Council-
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ominees For Taft
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Tandy Recognizes Two
Taft High School Students
ryanne Hamilton and dass.
. Punpr Bhakta were named Bhaktn was also recognized as an
_ f among 28,100 meritorious outstanding student to be nomtnat-
seniors in this year's Tandy ed in mathematics, science, or com-
Technology Scholars program. puter sdence.
To be nominated for die acco-
lade, graduating seniors must have Both received certificates
been in the top two percent of their acknowledging their achievements, ,
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Donations Needed For
Chemical Free Party
CAROLYN WEST
Petty Elementary
BERTHA BUITRON
Taft High School
1"fclans are underway for an
■ •^exciting Chemical Free
A Graduation Party for the
seniors at Taft High School. The stu-
dents have worked hard and they
deserve a celebration that is both
fun and safe. The Taft High School
Chemical Free Party is an all night
party held at the schools Student
Center. It is the organizers hope that
this Chemical Free All Night Party
will reduce the chance of any stu-
dents being injured or killed in alco-
hol-related car accident.
This year's party will be held
after the 1997 graduation on Friday,
May 30. The organizers of this event
are seeking donations to help defray
the cost of food, drinks, entertain-
ment and door prizes. Last year's
party was a great success due to the
generosity of previous contribu-
tions. Organizers of the Chemical
Free Party are hoping this year's
party will be as successful as in past
years; however, there have been
very few donations made so far this
year.
Anyone wishing to help with this
year's party by contributing a cash
donation, door prize or complimen-
tary meals or tickets are asked to
please contact party coordinator
Ann Miller at 528-3556 or 528-2421
or by writing to P.O. Box 126, Taft.
The 68 seniors graduating this
year will definitely appreciate your
help.
The next Chemical Free planning
meeting will be Wednesday, April 16
at 7:00 p.m. in the High School
Student Center. All senior parents
are urged to attend.
Trustee Candidate Workshop
Offers Information And Insight
For children - $9.29 for first
child, $2.07 for additional children
per pay check
For family - $16.77 per pay check.
The plan is a full insurance plan,
and not simply a discount package.
The board approved the additional
insurance unanimously.
No citizen items to discuss, coun-
cil moved on to the city manager’s
report by Mike Rhea:
The park equipment for Hidalgo
Park is due to be shipped on April 5
(it was, in fact, received April 8).
They anticipate a 5-10 day delivery.
Hopefully, we will receive the equip-
ment between April 4-15, and we
can get it set up by the end of the
month.
Entex has lowered its base rate
by $0.05. (In a letter sent to the City
from Entex: *. . . [A] decrease of
$0.05 per customer per month [will]
be effective with all bills rendered
on or after April 1, 1997. During
1996, Entex experienced a modest
decrease in operating expenses per
customer.")
The enclosed letter explains the
status of the CPL rate increase
request. The PUC has ordered a $25
million rate reduction. CPL will
probably file a motion for a rehear-
ing, so the process is not over yet.
The City received a recommen-
dation for funding for its second
year School Resource Officer
Program from the Coastal Bend
Council of Governments. The gover-
nor’s office still needs to approve the
grant, but there should be no prob**
lem with C|D approving the grant
request.
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Rhea then spoke ta the board about
Taft junior High's request for the
City's help in restoring the side-
walks around the campus. Trustees
expressed their eagerness to con-
tribute whatever they could.
No councilmember items to be
discussed, the board adjourned.
Football Camp
To Be Offered
. |"" he Bill Bates Footbal Camp
I will be held June 11-14 at
X the University Of North
Texas in Denton.
The one session, open to boys age
eight to 18, will feature Daryl
lohnstoh, Kevin Williams, and of
course, Bill Bates.
Coaches from Baylor, Texas Tech,
TCU and SMU are expected to
attend
Cost for the camp will be $330.
For more information, call 1-800-
827-5122.
San Patricio County
State Comptroller's Office
To Offer Local Tax Assistance
Imelda Oliver of the
Comptroller's Corpus Christi office
will be available Thursday, April 10,
to assist local taxpayers in the San
Patricio area. *
Oliver will be on hand from 10
a.m. to 11 a.m. at the
Commissioner’s Courtroom at the
San Patricio County Courthouse to
discuss tax questions.
“State taxes can be very complex
E.M.S. Responses
To 46 Med-Calls
m
' 4-MVA * ..
* 2-Chest Pain
* 13-Sick Calls
•2-Lacerations
* 8-Breathing Problems
* 1-Dog Bite
* 1-Assault
* 6-Falls
* 2-Seizures
* 1 Anxiety
* 1 Nosebleed
* 2-CPR
* 1 Weakness
* 1-Poisoning
and for obvious reasons taxpayers
can not just pick up and travel to
Austin whenever they have ques-
tions,” said State Comptroller John
Sharp. "For this reason, that’s why
we bring these free services to you."
Oliver will be on hand to deliver
quick And accurate information to
all tax questions, assist with filing
tax returns, collect on delinquent
taxes, and provide other valuable
information,” Sharp added.
Those tax payers who are unable
To attend the Sinton seminar can
call the Comptroller's toll-free hot-
line at 1-800-252-5555 for addition-
al assistance.
For more information about the
San PAtricio seminar, call the
TK rea school board candi-
/\ dates will have an oppor-
i Xtunity to learn more about
the challenges and rewards of board
service at a school board candidate
workshop, Monday, april 14, 7-9
p.m. at the Kingsville Independent
School District Administration
Building (207 N. 3rd, Kingsville).
The workshop will provide school
board candidates and other interest-
ed citizens with a better under-
standing of what is involved in
being elected and serving as a
trustee. Experienced school board
spiembers will explain board mem-
bers' key responsibilities and outline
the qualities necessary for effective
service.
Topics to be covered include the
school board's duties and responsi-
bilities, important ethical practices
during board service, how members
are accountable for the education of
students, and keys to responsible
campaigns. Participants will also
view, "A Call To Service,” a Texas
Association of School Boards video
highlighting many aspects of board
service and featuring several school
board trustees.
The workshop is open to ail
school board candidates, interested
community members, and current
school board members. Admission
is free. For more information, call
David Koempel at TASB, 512-467-
m??. or 800-0580-8272, extension
6191.
Corpus Christi Comptroller field
office at 512-854-2600.
(Left) Joe Riojas and Steven West were selected to the East-'
All-Star game (Shane Graber Photo). _
4> COLUMBIA . .
Northwest Hospital
is proud to introduce
Jose E. Benamu, M.D.,
Internal Medidne
A native of Peru, Dr. Benamu received
his undergraduate and medical degrees
from Cayetano Heredia Peruvian
University in Lima, Peru and recently
completed his Internal Medicine
Residency at State University of New York
Health Science Center at BrooklynKIngs
County Hospital Center.
Dr. Benamu will be joining Primary
Care Physicians of Corpus Christi
and will also serve on the medical
staff at Columbia Northwest Hospital.
Jose E. Benamu M.D.
Jose E. Benamu, M.D.
Now Accepting New Patients
1210 Gregory, Suite #1 • ‘ftft, Texas 78390
Mon. - Frt • 8 ajn. - 5 pjn. • (512) 528-5373
3/97
TCiC &(**44lf
rT\ Capsule Pharmacy, Inc.
is now filling prescriptions for
members of
AND
Humana* Health Plan
213 Meyer Ave
Taft. Texas 52*3121
Tune Up For Spring
Safety!
No musical talent required —just use your
common sense and follow a few guidelines to enjoy
the coming spring season safely. For example:
• When you use electrical appliances and tools
outdoors, make sure they're properly grounded
and that your work area is dry.
• Remind your children never to climb utility poles
or play near substations, ground-level transform
ers, or any fence, building or equipment marked
“Danger: High Voltage.”
• Don’t post or attach signs or announcements to
utility poles. They create a safety hazard for
personnel who need to climb poles for routine
maintenance and repair.
And there’s more you can do to tune in to a sale
spring season. Simply contact us with your questions
We’ll be happy to advise you.
San Patricio Electric Cooperative, Inc.
402 E. Sinton • 364 2220
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