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MAYOR: Habingreither faces off with Narvaiz for post 4 - The University Star
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He said he has done numerous things for the city and he intends to continue doing the things that need to be done. “I would like to continue with my efforts to make the relationship between the university and the city strong,” Habingreither said. “I think we need to work hard on making that relationship better all the time and that’s something I plan on doing.” He takes credit for bringing order to City Council meetings and said with his more than 30 years of experience managing budgets, he has never spent more money than the amount he has been allotted. Narvaiz said she is leaving it up to
the voters to decide who the mayor will be, but she brings to the city valuable experience in business leadership. She said she believes the job of mayor would be an expanded role of her current council position. “The voters will decide on the performance of the mayor and I believe that the community should have and deserves a choice in leadership,” Narvaiz said. “I believe I’m providing that choice.” The year leading up to the election has been riddled with controversy for both Habingreither and Narvaiz. Ethics complaints were filed against both concerning separate issues they voted
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on in which it was alleged they had a conflict of interest. Habingreither originally lived in a neighborhood annexed by the city in 2000. He ran for mayor saying he would vote to disannex if the issue
the plan. Shortly after the vote, a complaint was filed alleging he should have abstained from the vote because he had a conflict of interest. Habingreither established a permanent residence within the city limits so he could remain in office shortly before he voted for disannexation. The Ethics Review Commi—Robert Habingreither ssion was called to San Marcos Mayor investigate whether or not the disannexation of the area would cause a significant came across his desk. When the City Council voted on increase in value to the council memthe area’s disannexation in November bers’ properties. The commission 2003, Habingreither voted in favor of dropped the investigations for all
“I would like to continue with my efforts to make the relationship between the university and the city strong,”
council members when they found that a major increase in property value would not occur. Habingreither said he feels he handled the situation very well and he would vote for a candidate who handled the situation the way he did. “I feel like the ethics commission strengthened my credibility,” he said. “What I said from the beginning is exactly what they decided in the end.” Both candidates feel they are best for the job, but Habingreither said he feels like it should be an easy decision for the residents to make. “I think I’m the best person for the job,” he said. “If you compare the two people running, I think you’ll see a significant difference between them.”
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about participating; that’s really the important part.” Chris Frost, psychology professor and honors program coordinator, is a co-chair with Beck for the fund drive. Last year, the effort received donations from 56 percent of full, three-fourths or half-time faculty and staff. Beck and Elizabeth Frisbey, development officer for annual giving programs, said they would take donations of any amount, even if it’s for $1. Part-time faculty and graduate students were not solicited for the drive but they are still welcome to participate. This year, they are encouraging gifts to the Jerome H. and
Catherine Supple Professorship of Southwestern Studies, the Memorial Scholarship Endowment and campus beautification. Frisbey said this program has been a success in previous years because it has taken place for such a long time. “When you combine this long held tradition and then you add faculty and staff volunteer leadership, you can’t help but have a formula for success,” Frisbey said. “All the generosity is what makes the program successful. They respond to the message.” Because of the success of the program, Frisbey said she hopes students are aware of what the program is doing and show thanks to faculty for their
hard work. “More than anything, students can show their appreciation to faculty and staff because (they) do benefit from projects, programs and scholarships being funded,” she said. “The mission of the university is to develop fine young people and these dollars do just that because they are enhancing projects on campus.” Beck said she and Frost want to make certain they are doing everything possible to support students and their organizations. “If we reach the 62-percent mark, it’s a testament,” Beck said. “It shows that faculty and staff are committed to the new direction that the university is taking.”
City of San Marcos PARKS & RECREATION DEPARTMENT Posted - March 1, 200 The City of San Marcos needs qualified individuals to fill the following vacancies:
Summer Aquatics Program: May 17-August 14, 2004 Employees MUST be able to work a flexible schedule, including evenings and weekends. More information is available through the Parks and Recreation Department, Activity Center, 393-8280. * Employees returning to the same position will be given an additional 3% pay increase per year up to 3 years.
Job #22225 LIFEGUARD/SWIMMING INSTRUCTOR: 5 positions
$7.40 per hour
Performs lifeguard duties; instructs swimming lessons; ability to learn and administer first aid and CPR; enforces safety rules; cashiers; and maintains pool area. Must be at least 16 years of age and possess both Lifeguard and Water Safety Instructor Certificates. Red Cross Certification preferred, (YMCA Lifeguard and Ellis & Associates certifications may be considered.) Must attach current certifications to application.
Job #22226 LIFEGUARD: 2 positions
$6.75 per hour
Performs lifeguard duties; ability to learn and administer first aid and CPR; enforces safety rules; cashiers; maintains pool area. Must be at least 16 years of age and possess a Lifeguard Certificate. Red Cross Certification preferred, (YMCA Lifeguard and Ellis & Associates certifications may be considered.) Must attach current certification to application.
Summer Fun Program: June 7 – August 5, 2004 (Orientation: June 1 - June 4, 2004) All summer program staff must obtain certification of completion of the Red Cross First Aid/CPR Course prior to the first day of the program. Classes will be available for applicants interested in obtaining this certification. The work schedule for all summer positions is Mon.-Th., 7:30-4:30; 8:30-5:30, for nine weeks. May be required to work overtime. More information is available through the Parks and Recreation Department, 393-8400. * Employees returning to the same position will be given an additional 3% pay increase per year up to 3 years.
Job #22217 SUMMER PROGRAM COORDINATOR: 1 position
$11.19 per hour
Management and administration of summer youth program. Plans, develops, and administers program recreational activities for approximately 700 school aged children at three sites; training, orientation, and supervision of approximately 25 summer employees. A bachelor’s degree plus two years related experience and a valid Texas Driver’s License with acceptable driving record required.
Job #22218 ASSISTANT SUMMER PROGRAM COORDINATOR: 1 position
$8.80 perhour
Assists with the management and administration of summer youth program including supervision and training of approximately 25 summer employees. Assists in preparing and scheduling on and off campus site activities. A high school diploma or equivalent plus two years related experience, and a valid Texas Driver’s License with an acceptable driving record required.
Job #22219 CHALLENGE PROGRAM COORDINATOR: 1 position
$10.56 per hour
Administration of summer youth challenge program involving planning and implementation of programming recreational activities for school aged children with physical/mental disabilities including swimming and field trips. Supervises, trains, and schedules employees. A bachelor’s degree in special populations or a related field plus two years related experience. Two years of directly related experience may substitute for 30 hours of college with a maximum substitution of 60 hours and a valid Texas Driver’s License with an acceptable driving record required.
Job #22220 ASSISTANT CHALLENGE PROGRAM COORDINATOR: 1 position
$6.61 per hour
Assists with the administration of the summer youth challenge program including supervising and scheduling of summer employees. Organizes recreational activities for school aged children with physical/mental disabilities; enforces safety rules; ability to learn and administer first aid. A high school diploma or equivalent plus one-year related experience, and a valid Texas Driver’s License with an acceptable driving record required.
Job #22221 CHALLENGE PROGRAM AIDE: 2 positions
$6.24 per hour
Child supervision on campus sites and during transportation and field trips. Administration of recreational activities for school aged children with physical/mental disabilities including swimming and field trips; maintenance of campus site area; ability to learn and administer first aid. A high school diploma or equivalent plus experience working with physically and/or mentally challenged children required.
Job #22222 PLAYGROUND SITE SUPERVISOR: 3 positions
$7.42 per hour
Performs supervisory duties for Playground Leader positions. Supervises children, develops, and administers program recreational activities on playground campus sites for over 300 children. Maintains campus records; enforces safety rules; ability to learn and administer first aid. A high school diploma or equivalent plus two years related experience and a valid Texas Driver’s License with acceptable driving record required. Extensive experience working with children preferred.
Job #22223 ASSISTANT PLAYGROUND SITE SUPERVISOR: 3 positions
$6.61per hour
Assists with the supervision of the playground leaders. Supervises children and administers program recreational activities on playground campus sites. Maintains campus sites; enforces safety rules; ability to learn and administer first aid. A high school diploma or equivalent, and a valid Texas Driver’s License with an acceptable driving record required. Experience working with young children preferred.
Job #22224 PLAYGROUND LEADER: 12 positions
$6.24 per hour
Child supervision on campus sites and during transportation and field trips. Administration of program recreational activities; maintenance of campus site area; ability to learn and administer first aid. Must be at least 16 years of age. Experience working with young children preferred.
All positions close March 29, 2004. An application must be completed for each position and the job number stated. APPLY TO: Human Resources Department, City Hall Building, 630 E. Hopkins, San Marcos, TX 78666 Phone: 512-393-8066 Fax: 512-396-4656 Job Line: 512-393-8290 Web site: www.ci.san-marcos.tx.us Email: humanresources@ci.san-marcos.tx.us *EOE/AA/Drug Free Workplace* Successful completion of pre-employment drug testing required.
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adoption of one rule, we would be eliminating the need for any knowledge on how to teach in order to become a certified teacher.” Haschke said the board was trying to eliminate Texas’ teacher shortage without addressing the underlying issues, which she cited as low salaries, bad working conditions and poor benefits. A June 2002 study released by the State Board of Education estimates the shortage of teachers in public schools at between 37,000 and 40,000. John Beck, Texas State College of Education dean, who was appointed to the certification board by former Gov. George W. Bush, said the supporters of the plan claim it will ease the teacher shortage in “high-need areas,” such as the inner-cities and in rural school districts. “I have little appreciation for this plan,” Beck said. “Research evidence shows that successful teachers require more than knowledge in the areas they teach — they require training as teachers.
“Assuming the plan passes, the department will try to find ways to work with the districts to provide teachers with the training they need,” Beck said. “We also need to find ways to reassure the people in the program that they are doing the right thing, and to keep them from dropping out.” Beck said it is possible the College of Education will see dropouts as a result of the “instant certification” plan, but he is more concerned the college will lose new students because a faster way to become a teacher will be available. “The proof will happen when they take the tests,” Beck said. “It is probable that not as many people will pass as the supporters think.” Local administrators also disagree with the certification plan. Mark Stedman, vice principal of Lockhart High School in Lockhart, said during his time with the Lockhart Independent School District, which is a rural district, he has not seen a problem with teacher shortages. “Even when we do have a shortage, we’re able to get teachers from somewhere else,” Stedman said. “I listened to the
new commissioner of education tell us how this plan is going to empower us, but I think that it could potentially cause more problems than it solves.” Stedman said within the current rules, administrators either see teachers at work, or are able to obtain references from other sources. The new plan means teachers will be applying for jobs without administrators having any prior knowledge of whether they are good teachers, he said. Board members are divided along party lines on the issue. The five Democrats on the board, along with three of the 10 Republicans, voted to veto the plan. The remaining Republicans voted against rejecting the rule change, which has been supported by Gov. Rick Perry and Education Commissioner Shirley Neeley. Perry appointed her in January. Perry appointees also dominate the voting membership of the certification board, which will vote on the plan’s final approval during an April 2 meeting.
APPLICATIONS SOUGHT Editor-in-Chief The University Star Application Packets Available: 10 a.m.; Monday, March 22 ; Old Main 102 Deadline: Noon; Friday, April 2; Old Main 102 Meet with Advisory Committee: Week of April 5 The Student Publications Board of the Texas State Department of Mass Communication is conducting an all-campus open petitioning process to select students to serve as Editor of The University Star beginning the Fall Semester. Each applicant is asked to complete a written petition which is subsequently screened by the board. Qualified candidates for the position are then interviewed by the board.
M inimu m Qu alifications: To qualify, applicants must be a full-time student at Texas State
and must carry at least 12 hours during the term of office. Students must have worked in a professional editorial environment, or have served as a section editor at a university student newspaper. Students of all majors and classifications, including graduate students, may petition for the position. Applicants must be in good academic standing with the university with a minimum grade point average of 2.25.
The Univ ersi ty Star Missi on: It is the official student laboratory newspaper of Texas State University. Its mission is to inform, educate and entertain readers, while serving as a forum for the free exchange of ideas and as a marketplace for the sale of goods and services in an instructional environment characterized by dedication to freedom of expression, to cultural diversity and to the highest professional standards in both editorial and business practices.
Ed itor's Jo b Descr iption : The Editor is the primary student editorial administrator for the
Star and has authority over news, feature and opinion content. The editor also recommends guidelines for daily operation, provides a role model for professional behavior, delegates operational authority and fulfills policies and procedures as determined by the Advisory Committee and faculty adviser. All copy and artwork for each publication is evaluated by the Editor, who also oversees staff meetings and handles personnel problems. Each editor carefully recruits and properly trains new staff members and effectively supervises them. The editor also promotes relations between the publication and campus organizations.
Term of Offi ce and Sal ary : The editor’s term of service is for the Fall 2004-Summer 2005 semesters. A salary is paid to the editor.
P eti tioning P rocess: A written petition is to be filed by each applicant. This petition consists
of questions to determine the applicant's qualifications in journalism, academics and management, and also seeks information designed to elicit the applicant's interest in the position and personal characteristics. Those applicants determined to be qualified will be interviewed by the Advisory Committee which will make the final selection.
P eti tion Dead lines: Petitions for the position will be due by Noon, Friday, April 2 to the
Director of Student Publications, Old Main 102. Persons interested in petitioning should sign a candidacy list in Old Main 102 and pick up a petition packet. Qualified applicants will be notified by Monday, April 5 and scheduled for an interview with the Student Publications Board during that week. Following interviews, selection and notification will be made as soon as possible thereafter. The formal assumption of duties is Monday, August 2.
Application packets will be available at 10 a.m., Monday, March 22, 2004 in Old Main 102.