Sudi Napalan, SSHS librarian, said: “It is a productive and meaningful service-learning activity for our students. Students see the need to encourage our military men and women serving for our country and they were very happy to make cards.”
Napalan added, “We are very blessed to have supportive parent volunteers to encourage lifelong civic engagement through activities like these. The students are very proud of what they have contributed to strengthen our community.”
The cards will be packed along with other items at the multi-purpose center on Nov. 27 at 8 a.m.
Special thanks to Jill Arenovski, Kerry Rabago, Dorsha Guinto and Craig Garrison.
Auditions
(FOA) — Friends of the Arts announces upcoming auditions for “I Love You, You’re Perfect, Now Change.”
Auditions are open to the general public, and will held on Nov. 19, 6 p.m. to 8 p.m., and on Nov. 20, 3 to 5 p.m. at Hal Easton’s classroom at Marianas High School: D-102. All ages are welcome to audition.
For more information, contact Frank Gibson at flgibson@yahoo.com.
Public hearing on Rota
THE Senate Tax Policy and Enforcement Review Committee will continue its public hearings at 10:30 a.m. on Thursday, Nov. 18, at Rota NMC Campus Rm. B2, its media release stated.
The purpose of the hearing is to discuss the following:
1. Collection/enforcement of fees and taxes in the CNMI
2. Proposed changes of CNMI fees and taxes
The following witnesses are requested to be present for this public hearing:
1. Honorable Mayor of Rota
2. Chairman, Rota Municipal Council
3. Rota Resident Director, Department of Commerce
4. Rota Resident Director, Department of Finance
Members of the general public are encouraged to attend. Oral testimony will be received during the public hearing.
Early dismissal and report card for MHS
(MHS) — Marianas High School will have early dismissal at 1 p.m., Nov. 18, Thursday, for Report Card Day. The school will have an Open House from 3:30 to 6:30 p.m. on the same day.
Counselors will distribute all report cards accordingly by last names at the counselors office. All teachers will be in their classrooms ready to assist any parent.
Also, MHS will have a presentation from AIC-Health and Life Insurance possibly today, Nov. 17. MHS will need to confirm this date again but for sure if not this Wednesday it will be held on another Wednesday.
The following will be included in their child’s report card: SAT-10 results for 12th and 10th graders, graduation status letter (seniors and graduating juniors), and flyer for parent orientation for Saturday, Nov. 20.
Russian couple celebrates golden anniversary on Saipan
(Saipan World Resort) — Compared to Russia, with its bitter cold winters, hazed sky and wind chills, Saipan’s tropical weather sand, sun and surf may seem like heaven. Recently, a Russian couple, married 50 years ago, celebrated their golden anniversary at the Saipan World Resort.
The Kilin’s family on vacation was comprised of a three generations. Valentin Kilin and his wife Zinaida along with his daughter, husband and grandson made the choice to visit the commonwealth.
Originally they thought to go elsewhere as Mrs. Kilin was not so upbeat about the commonwealth, but soon after they arrived, the climate, the hotel’s hospitality and amenities suited her well.
“I was very concerned for my knees, but upon arriving on Saipan and feeling this warm weather, I feel great and younger,” stated Mrs. Zinaida Kilin.
Mr. Kilin, who was also celebrating his 73rd birthday, made waves at the Wave Jungle. Despite his age, he is as active as his grandson.
“Being here and around the many children at the water park brings back my youth. I am enjoying every bit of my vacation especially knowing I can be active with my grandson on the many water park attractions here at Saipan World Resort,” stated Mr. Valentin Kilin.
The couple and their family made a big splash at the wave jungle.
The Saipan World Resort wishes to congratulate the Kilin couple on their 50th wedding anniversary.
Chacha report card night and PTSA meeting
(COJHS) — Chacha Ocean View Jr. High School will be having a report card night and PTSA meeting on Thursday, Nov. 18, from 5 to 7 p.m.
Chacha is encouraging all parents and guardians to join the school’s first SY 2010-2011 report card night.
Call the school at 237-3921 or 664-4100 if you have any question or concerns. Your support and understanding is appreciated. Thank you.
New schedule for MLSC visits to Rota and Tinian
(MLSC) — Micronesian Legal Services Corporation attorney Dimitri Varmazis will be on Rota on Thursday, Nov. 18, Wednesday, Dec. 1, Thursday, Dec. 16, and Thursday, Dec. 23.
MLSC Attorney Linda Wingenbach will be at the MLSC office at the PM Building in Tinian on Friday, Nov. 19, Thursday, Dec. 2, and Friday, Dec. 17.
Those living in Rota and Tinian who want MLSC help may call its Saipan office (670-234-6243) for an appointment or walk-in and will be served on a first-come/first-served basis on the dates of the visits.
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