19 (XJ History “StorZ. "downplay her role. The Dallas Post Dallas, PA Wednesday, April 17, 1996. (continued from page 1) This marks the first time that ‘Dallas has won any awards at the competition, and Storz is very proud of her pupils. “There was no ‘class time used to work on these projects, so they did most of it at home and after school, and it proves that students can balance academics with a hectic sched- ule,” she said. Both groups are quick to credit ‘Storz for her guidance. “She was -'a big help, whenever we needed “it,” said West. “Shi helped us coordinate every- Vodzak added, ‘thing, and became our mentor.” however, chooses to “My job was mainly to get them started brain- storming, and to help them in ‘their organization and prepara- tion," she said. The students also gained per- sonally from their work. “It really taught us what teamwork was all about,” said West. Robert Webb added, “It gave us a tremendous sense of accomplishment.” The two groups are now mak- ing improvements on their dis- plays, in preparation for the state competition. “They received feed- back sheets at the regional com- petition, and theyre using the criticism on those to better the displays,” said Storz. Depending on the outcome of the state competition, there is also a possibility the students could go to the national competition, to be held in Maryland in June. “It's a real credit to the students that they've come this far,” said Storz. “Detail of the second-place display, a model of Ebbetts Field complete with lights and sound. Going to state competition are, Jennifer Vodzak, left; Gwen Zarambo, kneeling, and Sarah Williams. Their subject was the American revolutionary group, the Sons of Liberty. ‘o J i J ALS rey Friends, associates will honor Dr. Fahmy gd ie ag By GRACE R. DOVE Post Staff DALLAS - Well-known educa- tor and former Dallas School ‘Board member Dr. Mahmoud Fahmy will be honored for his ‘many contributions to the com- ‘munity at a banquet April 24. Recently retired from Wilkes : University, Fahmy began teach- ing there 30 years ago as a profes- 'sor of education, later serving as special assistant to the president for external affairs and dean of | graduate affairs and continuing ‘education. + He is president of Luzerne {County Community College's ‘board of directors, a member of College Misericordia’s Diversity Institute and the chairman of the International Trade Development ‘Council of Northeast PA. Pe Dr. Fahmy is also an interna- tional education consultant and has provided far-reaching volun- teer leadership to the community in education and civic and hu- man services. To honor his many contribu- tions to the area, a scholarship has been established to assist graduates of Luzerne County Community College who continue their education at Wilkes. “Dr. Fahmy has helped the re- gion to be competitive in the world- wide economy,” said Howard Grossman of the Economic Devel- opment Council, describing Fahmy as “a humanitarian with global interests and international connections.” “He's a man for all seasons, involved in community, regional, national and international issues,” Grossman continued. “His tre- mendous abilities to rationalize problems and be involved in a wide variety of issues all at the same time are an asset to the area. Dr. Fahmy sees people not as objects but in terms of what they can contribute as individu- als to society.” Committee member Joseph Persico is impressed with Dr. Fahmy's commitment and dedi- cation to the community, particu- larly its youth. “He's a real champion of edu- cation,” Persico said. “He has a passion for the area which is un- paralleled and is a great asset to DR. MAHMOUD FAHMY lar of the community and a leader with great commitment,” Rosenn ‘Mature drivers' course May 7, 9 at Meadows . The Meadows Nursing Center, Dallas, has joined the American ' Association of Retired Persons (AARP) to offer a “55 Alive/Mature Driving” Course for drivers over 50 years old to improve their driving skills. Participants receive a state mandated 5% discount on their auto insurance. <Thefirst session will be held May 7, 8:30 - 12:30 at the Meadows, all purpose room, first floor. The second session will be held on May 9, at ‘the same time and location. Course fee is $8. | =P Tegister, please contact Marilyn Gregorski at 675-8600, ext. 138. Pre-registration is required and enrollment is limited. i ¥ i [] | Visit Our DALLAS Store For Ice Cream, Milk, Yogurt Hillside Farms Ice Cream Store Eat In ® Take-Out ¥ Tunkhannock Highway, next to Gino's Shoes 10-8 Daily said. “Dr. Fahmy is a pillar of strength who has found a true place here.” To make reservations for the dinner or to contribute to the scholarship honoring Dr. Fahmy, call Margaret Steele at 825-7311. the community.” Attorney Harold Rosenn has known Dr. Fahmy for about 25 years. “He came here as a stranger from a foreign country and adapted himself to become a pil- 14K Gold Y Necklaces Roth Jewelers 659 N Memorial Hwy., Dallas 675-2623 Dallas PTO to present special program The Dallas Elementary School PTO will host educational speialist Richard P. 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