Rotary hears presentation about PolioPlus program
Richard Porter, Plainview Rotary Club
Dec. 17, 2020
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Plainview Rotarians got together for their weekly meeting Tuesday via Zoom as a precaution as the holiday season approaches.
The program for the day was presented by club member Charles Starnes, Plainview mayor and Wayland Baptist University professor. Starnes gave a presentation on Rotary’s PolioPlus program, developed to eradicate the disease.
The international organization began its fight against polio in the Philippines in 1979 and PolioPlus was launched in 1985. The program is funded in part through donations from organization members and in 1989, The Plainview Rotary Club pledged $153,500 to the program. The club still makes weekly donations.
School Board approves agreements with WBU, ASU for Plainview Collegiate HS program
Dec. 18, 2020
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The Plainview Independent School District School Board unanimously approved memorandum of understanding (MOU) agreements Thursday night paving the way to provide more college credit opportunities for Plainview High School students.
The agreements approved with both Wayland Baptist University and Angelo State University will create the Plainview Collegiate High School (PCHS) program, which will allow students to start their college career track as 9th graders at no cost to their families.
“Wayland and PISD leadership have worked together for more than 18 months to design this educational opportunity,” said WBU President Bobby Hall in a news release provided by the university. “I always find it meaningful when Wayland serves those who know us best, our neighbors and friends in Plainview.”
Tarleton named among Texas best online colleges, universities
Stephenville Empire-Tribune
Tarleton State University has been named among Texas best online colleges and universities by www.edsmart.org. Online colleges in Texas offer different incentives, such as free textbooks for undergraduates or special tuition rates for active military and veterans, to ensure students have every opportunity to succeed, according to information posted on edsmart.org. The same faculty that teach on-campus often teach their subject’s online course as well, which means the virtual courses are just as comprehensive as they are accessible.
EDsmart assesses online colleges in Texas based on data that covers four main areas:
This and That - Dec. 16
Dec. 15, 2020
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The City of Plainview is accepting applications for several boards within city government. The board accepting applicants include: Zoning Board of Adjustment, Building Trades/Fire Code Board of Appeals, Parks Advisory Board, Planning & Zoning Commission and the Board of Health. Descriptions of each board are available at www.plainviewtx.org/69/Boards-Committees-Commissioners. Those interested can also call (806)296-1100. Applications are also available at www.plainviewtx.org/BoardApplication. Applications must be received by Dec. 31. They can be dropped off at City Hall or mailed to Belinda Hinojosa, City Secretary, 901 Broadway, Plainview, TX 79072.
Sacred Heart Catholic Church will host an advent penance on Wednesday from 6-8 p.m. in the gym, cafeteria and CCE building. Adoration of the Blessed Sacrament is set for 5:30-8 p.m. Those interested in attending are asked to practice social distancing and wear a mask.
Rotarians learn about cyber security threats
Richard Porter, Plainview Rotary Club
Dec. 10, 2020
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Makayla Cruz, a Plainview Christian Academy senior, was introduced as the December Student of the Month for the Plainview Rotary Club.Submitted by Plainview Rotary Club
Plainview Rotarians got together for their weekly meeting Tuesday via Zoom as a precaution as the holiday season approaches. Makayla Cruz was introduced as the December Student of the Month. Makayla is the daughter of Thomas and the late Erin Cruz. She is a senior at Plainview Christian Academy and enjoys participating in sports. She is a member of the National Honor Society, works in the nursery at Harvest Christian Fellowship, is on her church’s youth leadership team, participates with her school for the Adopt-a-Highway program, volunteers for the Faith in Sharing House and works part time in the office at Sears. Makayla plans to attend Wayland Baptist University, majoring in nursing, with a