By CHARLOT M. DENMON Staff Correspondent Dallas Junior High School students were prepared to continue their battle to retain David Jiunta as their social studies feacher at the June 11 school board meeting. Mark Richardson planned to present the board with petitions requesting the retention of Jiunta. The students have a petition signed by nearly students and several other petitions signed Y parents and taxpayers asking the board members to rescind their vote at the May meeting to deny tenure to Jiunta and dismiss him pending a hearing. The directors’ vote by a 7-2 majority followed a recommendation by the Dallas District superintendent Richard Shipe. Jiunta, who has been a member of the junior high faculty for nearly two years, received a satisfactory evaluation for the'academic year 1982-83, but for 1983-84 his performance was termed unsatisfactory by members of the administration. Jiunta also has served as junior high track and cross country coach for two seasons and received excellent evaluation for each season of his coaching from Robert Cicon, junior high athletic director. meeting, a majority of junior high students and parents have made a concerted effort to have the board reconsider its vote and instead grant Jiunta an extension of time as a teacher and, if members of the education committee believe it necessary, have someone work with Jiunta to help him improve classroom skills. Several parents of students said that Jiunta works well with their children, shows a genuine problems. John Johnson, president of ‘the Dallas Educa- tion Association, told The Dallas Post he hoped the board would approve a resolution at the June 11 meeting to reverse its previous action, thus eliminating the need for the students action. Jiunta received a standing ovation from the students at an assembly held June 7 in the junior high auditorium. The students also attempted a walkout on Thursday as a show of support for Jiunta, but they were prevented from carrying it out by members of the junior high administra- tion. Many parents question the district policy which allows the board to first dismiss a teacher or coach and then allow that individual a hearing. «Jt seems backward to me,” said the mother of one student, who requested her name be withheld for fear of reprisal on the part of administrators. “I believe a teacher or coach should first have a hearing before the education or activities committee and then the case be presented before the entire board for action. The way that it is done presently gives too much opportunity for personality clashes or politics to intervene.” Since the board’s action in May, several directors have indicated they may have acted hastily and are interested in reconsidering the case. It appears to many that Jiunta gives the students first priority and, if lack of experience is his only weakness, he deserves a chance to prove that, with someone’s help, he can become an excellent teacher. : Attempts to contact principal Daniel Poorman on Friday were unsuccessful as he was attend- ing committee meetings. Neither Dr. William Camp, chairman of the education committee, nor Donald Jones, chairman of the personnel committee, could be contacted by telephone at press time. “I hope the entire matter is resolved at the June meeting,” said John Johnson. “I hate to see any more media spotlights on the Dallas District. We have a good school and good students; it’s a shame there has been so much bad publicity recently. Most of it is unnecessary and is doing the students, faculty and adminis- tration a grave injustice.” mt A Sm Notes birthday Brian Carlson, son of Paul and Diann Carlson, 51 Bedford St., Shav- ertown, will celebrate his first birth- day on June 14. Brian, who was born premature and spent the fist five months of his life at Geisinger Medical Center, Danville, will be honored with an open house scheduled for Sunday, June 17, from 1:30 to 8 p.m. at the family home on Bedford Street. No invitations have been issued and family and friends are invited to share Brian’s special occasion with him. Brian has a sister, Pamela, age 14 and a brother, Paul Jr., age 4. Jackson Twp. notes ® The Back Mountain Widows Club will meet on Saturday, June 16, at 12:30 p.m. at the Irem Temple Country Club, Dallas. New members are welcome. -0- Happy birthday to Mrs. Dorothy Laurence who will celebrate her 101st birthday on June 19. Mrs. Laurence resides with her daughter, Mrs. Dorothy Perkins of Ceasetown, RD 2, Hunlock Creek. Volunteers are needed Volunteers are needed at The Meadows Nursing Center in Dallas in the following areas: Receptionist: Saturday evenings, 5p.m. - 8:15 p.m. Dining Rooms: Daily, 12 noon to 1 p.m.; 5:30 p.m. to 6:30 p.m. Physical Therapy: Tuesdays, 10 a.m. - 12 noon; Thursdays, 10 a.m. - @ noon; Fridays, 10 a.m. - 12 noon. "Bookmobile: Mondays, 11 a.m. - 12 noon. Friendly visitors to wheel resi- dents outside: Daily, 11 a.m. - 12 noon; 2 p.m. - 5 p.m. 6 Ft.-7 Ft. Pyramidal ARBORVITA .... Large Size PURPLE : wear PLUM... 72 Ft.-8 Ft. MOUNTAIN ASH . 5-6 Ft. Flowering CRAB APPLE .... _ § 5-6 Ft. Japanese th CHERRY .... 3Ya Ft. Upright py ® © 0 0 oo © 0 o The Harveys Lake Homecoming Festival will be held Saturday and Sunday, June 16 and 17, with festivi- ties revolving around the theme, ‘“‘Re-Discover Our Own Greatest Natural Wonder.” Following is a program guide of the many fun-filled events the festi- val committee has planned. Pack up the kids and -take the family to Harveys Lake - it promises to be an action-packed Homecoming week- end. SATURDAY, JUNE 16 Dawn to 2 p.m. - PRO FISHING CONTEST - Sponsored by the Har- veys Lake Bassmasters. Weigh-in at the Access Aream Chairman, Ed Straka. 10 am. to 4 p.m. - BOATING SAFETY VAN - Exhibited by Pa. Fish Commission at Sandy Bottom Beach. Safety specialist Janet Mayer. 10 a.m. to 12 noon - HARVEYS LAKE RUN - 8.25 mile run and new 5 km. run starting at Hanson’s Park at 10 a.m. Also a 1 mile FUN RUN starting at 9:30 a.m. Sponsored by Irish Heritage Game Committee. Chairman, Tom O’Hara. 12 noon to 5 p.m. - OX ROAST - To Harveys Lake Protective Associa- tion will provide a complete Beef dinner with takeouts available. Ox Roast tickets must be purchased in advance. President, Guy Giordano. Chairman, Raymond Hall and Mike Shisko. 1 p.m. to 6 p.m. - OPEN HOUSE - D.C. Roberts Fire Co. proudly exhibits their equipment noting their 50th Anniversary. 1 pm. to 6 p.m. - INDOOR EXHIBITS - Sponsored by the Har- veys Lake Rod and Gun Club. Fish and Game exhibits will be displayed Building. Co-Chairmen, Jim Ward and Ret Nelson. 2 p.m. - TUBE RACE - Location Old Sandy Bottom, Division 1 ages 10-15, Division 2 agest 16-adult. Must be proficient swimmer, life jackets required and must supply rubber tube. Trophies awarded by Javers Store at the Awards Program. Chairman, Jon Thomas. 3 p.m. - SAND SCULPTURE CONTEST - Prio judging of sculp- tures at participating Lake beaches with 3 place awards presented at the Awards Program at Old Sandy Bottom. Chairman, Ed Shamus. 3 p.m. - LITTLE MISS HARVEYS LAKE - Final judging and crowning at Awards Program at Old Sandy Bottom. Preliminary selections coordinated by Lakeview Terrace Association. Chairman, Gloria *32.95 *45.00 $24.95 24.95 *24.95 35.00 12.95 4 ACRES OF NURSERY STOCK 28 years experience Call for free estimate 693-3260 Evans. 5 3 p.m. - AWARDS PROGRAM -- Awards will be presented at Old Sandy Bottom for this day’s events. Chairman Jerry Finnerty. 9 p.m, to 1 a.m. - HOMECOMING FESTIVAL DANCE - Sponsored by the Harveys Lake Women’s Service Club at the Harveys Lake Pub. Entertainment by Jack Dee and Encouragement. Proceeds benefit the Harveys Lake Scholarship Fund. Co-Chairmen, Andrea Picchi and Lex Hall. At Dusk - FIREWORKS DISPLAY - Sponsored by the Harveys Lake Homecoming Festival Committee in cooperation with Luzerne County Recreation, the Grotto Restaurant and Bill’s Cafe, to be held at the Sunset Beach Area. SUNDAY, JUNE 17 © 8 am. to 2 p.m. - AMATEUR FISHING CONTEST - Harveys Lake Bassmasters. Weigh-in at Grotto Marina. Awards to be presented at the Awards Program. Chairman, Ed Straka. 9 a.m. to Dusk - BOAT SHOW - Area boat dealers displaying top line boats and equipment at the Grotto Marina. Sponsored by the Grotto. 10 am. to 4 p.m. - BOATING SAFETY VAN - Exhibited by Pa. Fish Commission at the Grotto Marina. Safety specialist, Janet Mayer. 1 p.m. - VEHICULAR PARADE - Classic, Antique Cars and Unusual vehicles will form between Sandy Bottom and Lake Noxen School at 12:30 p.m. Trophies will be presented at the Awards Program. Sponsored by the D.C. Roberts Fire Co. Chairman, Chris deLeur. 1 p.m. - WATER PARADE - A parade of power boats to be coinci- dent with vehicular parade. Chair- man, Ed Conologue. 1 pm. to 6 p.m. - INDOOR EXHIBITS - Same as Saturday. 3 p.m. - FASHION SHOW - Profes- sional models from In Vogue School of Modeling will present a 1 hour program at the Harveys Lake Pub. Chairman, Carol Edwards. 3 p.m. - AWARDS PROGRAM - Awards will be presented at Grotto Marina for this day’s events. Chari- man Gerry Finnerty. 4 p.m. - SKYDIVERS AIR SHOW - The Ripcords from Hazleton will “Drop in” at Hanson’s Park. Spon- sored by Hanson’s Park. : Dusk - FIREWORKS DISPLAY - Sponsored by ‘Hanson’s Park and the Harveys Lake Lions Club. To be held at Hanson's Park. Throughout Saturday and Sunday, the Harveys Lake Knite Skiers will perform skits on the water in.cos- tume. Jerry Sands, President. Applications for all events are available at most area businesses. THOMAS PRODUCE STAND Opposite Natona Mills Dallas-Harveys Lake Hwy. LATE CABBAGE & CAULIFLOWER VEGETABLE AND FLOWER PLANTS THIS WEEK ONLY $1.00 per dozen/*5.00 per hundred Asters, Zinnias, Pansies, Alyssum, Ageratum ine Par COOK’S % ® Kingston e Shavertown has 0% PE Dinner Entrees: Ground broken JUNE 13, 1984 3 are the project with serving as architects. Arcuri Development, RD 1, Box 485, Dallas, was recently welcome as a new member of the Greater Wilkes-Barre Chamber of Com- merce. Arcuri Development, specializing in real estate rental properties and sored by Ray Sweitzer of the Greater Wilkes-Barre Chamber of Commerce. Gary M. Arcuri is the principal officer of Arcuri Development. Speaker: Location: Butcher & Singer Inc. Scranton, PA 18503 [1 Yes, will attend. GNMA’s” brochure. Name Address City State Zip Telephone 3 (Business)
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