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Newspaper
Odessa American
Location
Odessa, Texas, United States of America
Date
Mar 27, 2008
Page
1
An engaging feature from NASA's astronomy gallery highlights a striking image showcased on the APOD site. The entry promotes science outreach with vivid visuals and accessible explanation of the celestial scene.
Beta Sigma Phi Sorority hosts its annual First Lady Tea honoring Peggy Dean 58, partner at Johnson Miller and Co., at 2 p.m. Sunday. The event at 13 La Paz Circle is open to the public and continues a Odessa tradition since the 1940s. Dean, a Hobbs New Mexico native, has received multiple community service awards in New Mexico and Odessa.
The Patriot Guard riders host a benefit at Lost Coyote Saloon 6108 Andrews Highway to fund travel for local World War II veterans to the D C memorial. The event from 1 p m to 10 p m features drawings auctions and music plus a jail style fun warrant activity. Proceeds support veterans families and communities with a focus on respectful remembrance and protecting mourners from disruption.
Parents and teachers pressed ECISD officials over extending the high school day to nine periods to include lunch. The 4-by-4 committee, led by Randy Talley, suggested two options with a 7:45 a.m. start in one scenario. Officials Mendez Brown Guerrero and other leaders planned to review input today and may decide for 2008-09.
Margaret Muston, Special Olympics area coordinator, spearheads the Ragin Cajun event on April 5 at the Commemorative Air Force hangar to spotlight disabled athletes. Mothers like Gladys Qualls praise the fundraiser as both beneficial and enjoyable for the athletes and community. Kent McCord notes it funds snacks and medals for tournaments, sustaining Odessa’s Special Olympics programs.
The Ragin Cajun fundraiser runs from 4 PM to 11 PM on Saturday April 5 at the Commemorative Air Force hangar. Tickets cost 35 dollars and can be ordered by calling Margaret Muston or bought at the door. Proceeds support Special Olympics with Vince Vance and the Valiants performing.
ECISD reported reading pass rates for third, fifth and eighth grades from the March TAKS administration. Fifth graders improved to 81 percent and eighth graders to 88 percent, while state passing rates were higher overall. The district notes first year for eighth graders to require reading for promotion and links gains to the Student Success Initiative.
The UT System Board of Regents approved a $10 per semester credit hour increase for fall 2008 and fall 2009 at UT Permian Basin, funded by a $3 per credit hour student service fee and a $7 tuition share. A $5 per credit hour athletic fee rise was also approved to support program expansion and coaching salaries.
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