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Recent graduates
The following Plainville residents graduated from: Western New England University, Springfield, Mass. Daniel S. Rich, graduated with a bachelor of arts degree. Rich graduated Summa Cum Laude. Tunxis Community College, Farmington - Alissa Agritelly A.S. Criminal Justice: Drug & Alcohol Treatment; Lenore Barger A.S. General Studies; Denise Berry A.S. Liberal Arts & Sciences (LAS); Jacquelyn Bournival A.S. Criminal Justice; Christina Cavallaro A.S. Business Administration: Marketing Management, CERT Business Administration; Hillary Dube A.S. Business Administration: Accounting; Alina Duda A.S. General Studies; Cassandra Elmer A.S. Human Services, CERT Human Services; Damon Flowers A.S. General Studies; Kevin Gawronski A.S. Graphic Design; Justin Godin A.S. Computer Information Systems: Computer Programming, CERT Computer Programming; Jillian Goldsmith A.S. General Studies; Richard Gordon CERT Business Office Technology: HEALTH CLAIMS PROCESSING; Theodros Kassahun A.S. Business Administration, CERT Business Administration; William Kozak A.S. Criminal Justice; Tara Kuharski CERT Marketing Management, CERT Business Administration; Alyse Lessard A.S. Business Administration, CERT Business Administration; Marissa Mancini A.S. General Studies, A.S. Visual Fine Arts: Photography, CERT Photography; Heather Martel A.S. Drug & Alcohol Recovery Counselor; Kara Martinelli CERT Dental Assisting; Jason McDermott A.S. General Studies; Elvis Methoxha CERT Business Administration; David Mocarsky A.S. Criminal Justice; Thomas Naples A.S. General Studies; Marie Pearlingi A.S. General Studies; Tricia Pelletier A.S. Human Services: Family Violence Intervention, CERT Family Violence Intervention; Joseph Petro A.S. Business Administration: Mar-
The Plainville Citizen — Thursday, June 28, 2012
School News keting Management, CERT Business Administration; Johanna Pirog A.S. Visual Fine Arts:Photography, A.S. Graphic Design; Jevana Ramdeen A.S. Criminal Justice; Rachel Urso A.S. Criminal Justice; Jamal Wynn A.S. Graphic Design; Margaret Zalewski A.S. Business Administration. American International College, Springfield, Mass. Jasmine Walker received a bachelor of science degree in business administration. Suffolk University – Christopher Siarcia, 2008 Plainville High School graduate, son of Elaine Jeffrey, graduated May 20, cum laude with a bachelor of science degree in sociology/criminal justice and a minor in psychology. He is a member of pha phi sigma and alpha kappa delta. Fairfield University, Fairfield - Desiree Pina, received a bachelor of arts degree from Fairfield University’s College of Arts and Sciences and Sarah Tanner received a bachelor of science degree from Fairfield University’s Charles F. Dolan School of Business.
Tunxis scholarships Over 100 Tunxis students received awards and scholarships at the 29th Annual
“Student Achievement Recognition Ceremony,” held on May 4 at Tunxis Community College, Farmington. Scholarships awarded to Plainville residents include: Phyllis Smith Scholarship to Alysha Mitchell; Dr. Sidney L. Roth Dental Auxiliary Scholarship to Gary Sasso; Trumpf Scholarship to Cynthia Asiamah; Dance Club to Elvis Methoxha; and Theater Club to Katy Scotella.
The Sunset reflects off of Hamlin Pond as the longest days of the year arrive with the summer solstice. The solstice arrived at 7:09 p.m. on June 20 to mark the beginning of summer, according to the Old Farmer’s Almanac.
England, Rich was president of the Pre-Law Society, a member of Class Council, a member of the Resident Hall Association, and a participant in two Alternative Spring Break trips.
Distinguished award Goodwin College, East Hartford, named alumna Tiffany Hoxie the winner of the 2012 Distinguished Alumni Award for her work with the Bristol Boys and Girls Club as a program director and mentoring specialist, as well as through work with an early childhood program at Bristol Eastern High School. Excellence in polisci Daniel S. Rich of Plainville, CT, received the Excellence in Political Science Award during Baccalaureate ceremonies at Western New England University. The award is given to the outstanding graduating senior in Political Science. Peter Fairman, associate professor of Political Science, presented the award.
So long, spring Photo by Francis Rexford Cooley
Rich graduated summa cum laude with a Bachelor of Arts degree. He is a member of the Alpha Lambda Delta, Pi Sigma Alpha, and Omicron Delta Kappa honor societies. While at Western New
Photo by Phil Hoyt
Don Moon, No. 9, is one of the original Plainville Stadium Racers who will be at Wings and Wheels July 1.
Wings Continued from page 11 will include the Plainville Historical Society. “We’re basically there to support the guys, the racers,” said the society’s president, Nancy Eberhardt, who wants to encourage people to check out their special exhibit featuring the racers this summer. Don Moon, a winning racer from Plainville Stadium’s hey-day in the 60s, said about a dozen drivers and their vehicles are expected to attend. Fans can meet the drivers, and have their photos taken, as well as get autographs. Moon said the list of drivers includes #54 and #85 Ronny Carlson; #61, Johnny Lane and his Chevrolet Coupe; Pete Jacobs and his #32½ replica, and Don Moon, himself, with his car, the famous Pinto-body #9. In addition to Wings and Wheels, Moon said the Plainville Stadium Racers host a yearly reunion; the next meeting is at the Berlin Fairgrounds in October. The grounds of Robertson Airport will have numerous areas for children’s activities and fun with facepainting, clowns, balloons and even bouncy houses. Entertain-
ment includes live bands. Local businesses, vendors and non-profits will be onsite to showcase what they do and what they offer. Food choices and vendors are many, with the Plainville Fire Company doing the cooking and providing the cooking facilities. Town Manager Robert Lee said Wings and Wheels is a perfect way to utilize the airport. “It’s a great opportunity to come to the airport for a family event and to support two major charities in our community,” he said. Saunders said he is looking forward to Wings and Wheels as a day where people can not only learn more about the town, but to see Plainville as the great town it is, while they enjoy a fun day of great entertainment and raise money for two worthy charities. The charities that will benefit from Wings and Wheels will be Plainville’s Petit Family Foundation, and another in-town charity that Saunders feels strongly about, the Plainville Community Food Pantry. More information can be found at h t t p : / / w w w. p l a i nv i l l e w ingsandwheels.com.