Richland Back-To-School Plan Approved in April
Richland officials approved a back to school plan set for April. The approval involves local school preparations and community updates through K.C. Free Library and Bakersfield area resources.
13 Apr 1983
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Newspaper
Shafter Press
Location
Shafter, California, United States of America
Date
Apr 13, 1983
Page
1
Richland officials approved a back to school plan set for April. The approval involves local school preparations and community updates through K.C. Free Library and Bakersfield area resources.
Richland School District plans fingerprinting for children with parents during Back to School Week April 26 and 28. Shafter Police will operate booths at Ju nior High on April 26 from 6 to 9 p.m. and at Primary School April 28 from 7 to 8 30 p.m. A $2 fee applies, consent forms are required, and cards may be kept by parents or returned to police records.
Superintendent Stone notes 9 1/2 teacher openings 4 1/2 temporary positions four resignations and four leaves. Enrollment rose to 1726 with 98 percent attendance. The district nearing a growth pattern as spring arrivals begin.
The Shafter Chamber of Commerce and Agriculture will host an Open House on Saturday April 16 from 2 to 5 p.m. at the new office in the Shafter Depot. The public is invited to tour the new quarters. Refreshments will be served. The Chamber will then open weekdays 9 a.m. to noon with Secretary Ben Grundy present. President Don Zachary announced the Cinco de Mayo Parade for April 30 in Shafter and other actions included appointing Don Little to the board and thanking Bill Prout for painting the Harness Races sign.
Mayor Loyd Link proclaimed April 16 1983 as Health Fair Day in Shafter at a City Council meeting. The proclamation cites Health Fair Week April 14 23 1983 and the Saturday Health Fair at Richland Primary School from 9 am to 3 pm with health screenings education and follow up.
City officials led by Fire Chief Robert Thompson Public Works Director John Guinn and Police Chief Richard Hoffer presented a broad overview of needs for fiscal year 1983 84 through 1988 89 at City Hall Among requests were three new positions a five year apparatus replacement schedule and capital projects including new fire engine refuse containers street repairs and sewer plant improvements The plan anticipates cost increases in utilities and new staffing while outlining efficiency measures and community oriented goals.
Shafter Junior Miss candidates include Jennifer White daughter of Carlos and Patricia White with siblings, Selina Barnes daughter of Darrel and Connie Barnes, Marina Gonzales daughter of Longino and Margie Gonzales, and Kim Haag daughter of Edward and Maria Haag. Each profile notes family, activities at SHS, clubs, honors, future goals, and personal interests reflecting the pageant emphasis on community service and scholastic achievement.
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