Saturday, May 18, 2013
The School District of University City held the dedication during the 'Jazz Under the Stars' event.
The School District of University City dedicated the Pershing Elementary School gymnasium to Richard Dockett, an active community member who resides in the 3rd Ward of University City. Dockett was honored for his dedication to the students of the district and particularly Pershing Elementary School. See a complete photo gallery from the dedication on University City Patch's Facebook page. Following the dedication, a formal plaque replaced the framed photo of Walter Daniels, a former Board member. The Pershing school library was renamed “The Walter Daniels Library” in August 2012. See more on Richard Dockett: Join University City Patch for more community news or join us on Facebook and Twitter.
Friday, May 17, 2013
The gym will be named for Richard Dockett.
The Pershing Elementary School gymnasium will be dedicated to Richard Dockett, an active community member who resides in the 3rd Ward of University City. Dockett will be honored for his dedication to the students of the School District of University City and particularly Pershing Elementary School. The dedication begins at 6 p.m. at the beginning of the school’s annual “Jazz Under the Stars” Parent Teacher Organization fundraiser, which will feature the University City High School Jazz Band, student performers and local artists. Tickets are $2. Refreshments are available for a fee. Dockett’s children attended school in the District, according to the school district, and for more than 40 years, he fought tirelessly for education, equal …
Friday, April 19, 2013
The School District of University City announced the honor Thursday.
Richard Dockett, one of the most involved citizens in the area, was honored Thursday by the School District of University City. The gymnasium at Pershing Elementary School will bear Dockett's name. This is the second major honor in the past few months for Dockett. At a January city council meeting, Mayor Shelley Welsch declared Jan. 19, 2013, as Richard Dockett day in University City. Dockett has attended city and school meetings for years, in addition to his involvement in his neighborhood. The measure to name the gym for Dockett was proposed by Board Secretary Rodney Jennings. The measure reads: Mr. Richard Dockett is an active community member who resides in the Third Ward of University City. Mr. Dockett has tirelessly fought for …
Wednesday, January 16, 2013
The city council honored one of the city's most involved citizens on Monday night.
Richard Dockett, one of the most involved citizens in the area, was honored Monday by the University City City Council. Mayor Shelley Welsch declared Jan. 19, 2013, as Richard Dockett day in University City. Dockett has attended city and school meetings for years, in addition to his involvement in his neighborhood. State Rep. Rory Ellinger returned from the state inauguration events in Jefferson City Monday to speak on Dockett's behalf. "He is a champion for civil rights and equality in this city," Ellinger said. "Pershing School has his stamp on it—he was on the committee." Ellinger said he came home simply to thank Dockett and honor him for his service to the city. School District of University City Board of Education President Stacy …
Monday, January 14, 2013
The University City City Council meets Monday, Jan. 14.
The University City City Council is slated to meet at 6:30 p.m. Monday, Jan. 14, at University City City Hall. Items on the agenda include: Proclamations Appointments Swearing In City Manager's Report Council Reports/Business New Business The meeting is open to the public.
Holston Black Jr.
1:37 pm on Saturday, May 18, 2013
Maggie, my compliments on an exemplary job of reporting and photography at this event honoring one of our outstanding citizens, of which we have many. This was such a novel presentation in that Richard Dockett is alive and still able to appreciate it. Mr Walter Daniels received his posthumously, but those of us who knew him,along with his family,d appreciate the ceremony. Thanks!! more ›