Teacher Applicant

After being interviewed by the school administration, the prospective teacher said "Let me see if I've got this right."

You want me to go into that room with all those kids, correct their disruptive behavior, observe them for signs of abuse, monitor their dress habits, censor their T-shirt messages, and instill in them a love for learning.

You want me to check their backpacks for weapons, wage war on drugs and sexually transmitted diseases, and raise their sense of self esteem and personal pride.

You want me to teach them patriotism and good citizenship, sportsmanship and fair play and how to register to vote, balance a checkbook, and apply for a job.

You want me to check their heads for lice, recognize signs of antisocial behavior, and make sure that they all pass the final exams.

You also want me to provide them with an equal education regardless of their handicaps, and communicate regularly with their parents in English, Spanish or any other language, by letter, telephone, newsletter, cell phone, email, and report card.

You want me to do all this with a piece of chalk, a blackboard, a bulletin board, a few books, a big smile, and a starting salary that qualifies me for food stamps.

You want me to do all this and then you tell me. . I CAN'T PRAY?

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In Memoriam

George P. Della Pia

1921 - 2009

George P. Della Pia, aged 87, a longtime Holy Family University friend and supporter, died on Tuesday, April 7, 2009.

At the time of his death, Mr. Della Pia served as a member of the executive committee of Parents & Friends of Holy Family University and chair of the group's Ways and Means Committee. He also served as a member of the Development and Public Relations Committee of the University's Board of Trustees.

He was the beloved husband of Dorothy M. Della Pia.

George was a devoted father to Marilyn DellaPia, Julia Sangillo (Bob), Anna Marie Senita (Gary) and the late George P. Jr. (Debbie).

He was brother to Gloria Forchetti and the late Mildred Zappile.

He was the grand-father of Jude (Margaret), Jeffrey, Curt, Doug, Vincent, Anthony, Marie, Julie, Michele, Nicole and Deanna.

He is also survived by many nieces, nephews and cousins.

Relatives, friends and members of Parents and Friends of Holy Family University and Our Lady of Calvary Ushers are invited to a Funeral Mass Tuesday evening 8 P.M., Our Lady of Calvary, 11024 Knights Rd., Philadelphia. PA 19154 where friends may call Tuesday evening 6 to 7:45 P.M. and Wednesday 8:30 to 9:30 A.M. Interment at Resurrection Cemetery.

In lieu of flowers, mass cards or donations to Our Lady of Calvary Tree of Blessing in George's name would be appreciated. Arrangements by Visconto Funeral Home.

My Uncle George was always the great encourager and motivator. He would always ask, "What else are you doing?" He was one who could make you feel like you could do anything if you put your mind to it and maintained your integrity. It is his personality that we need in today's world. We will miss him very much.

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