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Standing Up for Mr. Boniti

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Audrey Holsclaw
9 years ago

This is a disgrace. I came to St. Joseph the Worker school after being bullied in public school, and Mr. Boniti made my new friendships his business. He checked on me daily to make sure I was being treated with kindness by my new classmates - that we were behaving like the Catholics we would grow up to be. How sad that someone thinks they know God's mind and believes that Mr. Boniti should be turned away from his vocation. Not only that, but this would open up the school to an ageism lawsuit. And bonus: St. Joseph would likely lose another dedicated teacher in Mrs. Boniti because who would want to work some olace where your husband's life's work was valued so little.

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Dean M Harris
9 years ago

I have known AL Bonita for many years and his dedication to the Weirton Catholic school system and his students is unparalleled. It would be a travesty to not keep this good and honorable person as the principal at St. Joseph's school.

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Rose Mader
9 years ago

Keep his job

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Lorrie Raymond
9 years ago

We should never lose someone in the catholic schools has true passion to be there

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Rose Annette Arnold
9 years ago

I have been trying to put into words how I feel about this situation and honestly I am at a loss for words. I went to St. Joseph and so did both my boys. All I can say we are family there. I sent my children there because of many reasons…the catholic Education, the safety, the wonderful and dedicated teachers and of course Mr. Boniti. I knew I could trust him with my children and to do right by them. I was 6 or 7 years old when I met Mr. Boniti…and his wife came when I entered 3rd Grade. We students attended their wedding...they dedicated their lives to us!! I am 50 years old now and have grown to love and respect them both. I wish I knew the “true” reason for all this…the rationale behind this decision…maybe I could process it better but I can’t believe that Mr. Boniti would be asked to leave. He listens, he cares, he is dedicated…he is the backbone of St. Joseph the Worker School and this is a disservice to the children, the families and to the parish. He is well respected and no matter what the child come first…How many people can say that about their principle? I hope that whoever made this decision would reconsider and allow Mr. Boniti to continue and retire on his terms and let’s put this behind us…he deserves that much for all his years of service to our school. I am heartbroken and disappointed in whoever made this decision because it is not right…myself and my family stands behind him…in whatever he decides to do. He is a kind soul and I personally thank him for taking care of my boys and giving them 100% percent all the time…you are one of a kind Mr. Boniti!!

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Rob Yocom
9 years ago

Mr. Boniti has been devoted as well as dedicated 42 years to the Catholic community as well as education in Weirton!

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Liza jonczak
9 years ago

Signed with pride

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Anonymous
9 years ago

Mr. Bonita is a pillar of parochial schools in Weirton, and has succeeded as principal at Madonna High School. I stand highly by his work ethic and moral standards.

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John Klee
9 years ago

An honorable man lives his life for others and not himself.

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Robert Notni
9 years ago

A great man who has given his life to his church and this school. My son and daughter attended St. Joseph's and he is a fantastic principal!

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Bob Marino
9 years ago

Mr Boniti is a good man who faithfully devoted his life to St Joseph School and it's students. He has my support to stay on as principal.

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Bob Marino
9 years ago

Mr Boniti is a good man who faithfully devoted his life to St Joseph School and it's students. He has my support to stay on as principal.

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Noreen saxon
9 years ago

Without knowing all of the facts, this indeed is a poor example of Christian Love. So close to retiring and to have a rug pulled out from under him, saddens my heart. If we could get a "Why" that made any sense that is different. Explanation please!

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Gerald Fulmer
9 years ago

My 3 children went to St. Joeseph the Worker School then Madonna. I have the upmost respect for Mr. Bonitie. He is a great educator.

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Michele Klee Tost
9 years ago

43 years of dedication and commitment exemplifies the Catholic spirit and passion demonstrated by Mr. Boniti.

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Bob valenti
9 years ago

absolutely disgraceful

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Jada Hookey
9 years ago

My friend has 5 kids that attend this school. They all love this man as not only a principal but as a man of God. They deserve to be taught by a loving respectable man and not by a stand in.

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Nicole leach
9 years ago

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Michelle
9 years ago

I don't know Mr. Boniti but I don't think this right on what you are doing to him This is just so wrong..

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Chuck Wright
9 years ago

This is an absolute travesty Al has been the epitome of what a true catholic educator is supposed to be I don't know who is behind this but rest assured I will do what I can to fight this.