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HomeMy WebLinkAboutClinton News Record, 2013-12-18, Page 1212 News Record • Wednesday, December 18, 2013 Avon Maitland School Board elects chair and vice -chair Al Sygrove begins term as chair of the board for 2013 Whitney South Huron Expositor At its meeting of the board on Dec. 10, Avon Maitland School Board trustees voted Al Sygrove, representative of North- west Huron, to the position of chair of the board for 2013. An educator for 30 years, Sygrove began teaching at Victoria Public School in 1971 when he and his wife Louise first moved to Goderich. During his career, Sygrove has received a Masters Degree in Education as well as a Specialist in Special Education, and has previously served as principal at three elementary schools - Blyth, Victoria and Zurich. He is currently serving in his sec- ond term as a trustee. Sygrove stated, "I would like to give thanks to my fellow trustees for giving me the opportunity, and indeed the honour, of serving as chair of the board for the upcoming year. Having been involved in education for quite some time, I have in the past referred to the good ole days of education, and they were indeed good. But, I have to admit, in the past few years as a trustee, and more importantly as a grandfather, I've grown to appreciate the even better new days of education. Much has changed. Education has evolved. He went on to explain how, though student achievement is still a major focus of education, schools have begun to show more concern for the whole student, recognizing the importance of student well-being in all aspects of their life, not just in academics, as well as promoting students' rights to feel safe and accepted. According to Sygrove, trustees need to incorporate the essential skills for stu- dent success; creativity, communication, collaboration, critical thinking and prob- lem solving in their own work as well. "As board, we must focus our efforts to ensure our students have the best possi- ble educational experiences and every opportunity to achieve in a safe, caring and inclusive learning environment," he said. "We will face challenges in the upcoming year no doubt. But, following a guiding theme - none of us alone is as good as all of us together - I feel confi- dent we have the people throughout our system to meet these challenges." Trustee Julie Moore, representative for Perth East and an avid volunteer in her community, was elected as vice -chair. jIoipi' CRP!iINos The Municipality of Central Huron Council and Municipal Staff join together to wish you peace and serenity this holiday season. tillit A 1.1 A p -r r' as a i Dear Residents, During this Christmas season, take the time to reflect on the past year and be thankful for all the opportunities that have been made and the ones to look forward to in the new year. Remember those who are less fortunate and be grateful for the friends and family that surround you. As the new year makes its entrance, Central Huron Council will continue to serve the best interests of our entire community. In our efforts to connect and exchange ideas and perspectives, Council is committed to providing open communication lines. Contact any one of us at any time. Merry Christmas and Happy New Year to you and your family. Jim Ginn COUNCIL MAYOR Jim Ginn DEPUTY MAYOR Dave Jewitt COUNCILLORS Marg Anderson Brian Barnim Dan Colquhoun Alison Lobb Burk Metzger Alex Westerhout AirA thentrai THE MUNICIPALITY OF CENTRAL HURON PLEASE NOTE: THE MUNICIPAL OFFICE WILL BE CLOSED TUESDAY DECEMBER 24, 2013 AT NOON AND REMAIN CLOSED UNTIL THURSDAY JANUARY 2, 2014 AT 8:30 A.M. ADMINISTRATION CAO: Peggy Van Mierlo-West, Clerk: Brenda Maclsaac, Director of Finance: Terri Taylor, Brenda Armstrong, Belinda Axford, Lacey Murray, Genny Smith and Janisse Zimmerman Steve Doherty, Judy Dixon, Jane Harris, Sheryl Moran, Sharon Romphf, Deb Stephenson, Angela Smith. FACILITIES DEPARTMENT Facilities Manager: Steve Campbell, Doug Dolmage, Shawn Gautreau, Bev Marriage, Sabrina Baldwin, Paul Handy, Jean Bernard, Nathaniel Peel. BUILDING DEPARTMENT - PROTECTIVE SERVICES Chief Building Official: Lesley Adams, Fire Chief: Steve Cooke, Bylaw Officer: Bruce Brockelbank, Animal Control Officer: Bob Trick. ROADS DEPARTMENT Roads Manager: Tom Sinclair, Denim Layton, Erik Ramaker, Jason Cox, Ritchie Cox, Roger Cunningham, Mike Dixon, Randy Marriage, Stan McClure, Rick Pickett, Mark Wallace. UTILITIES Director of Municipal Services: Nick Verhoeven Greg Mayhew, Mark Krahn, Adam Wilson, Ian Koetsier, Craig Snell, Mike Ladd. Catholic school board appoints chair and vice -chair Ron Marcy begins ninth term; Amy Cronin starts her second At its inaugural meeting of the board of trustees on Mon., Dec. 2, Ron Marcy was acclaimed to the position of chair- person of the Huron -Perth Catholic District School Board. A retired secondary school teacher, Marcy's experience as a trustee dates back to 1975 with the former Huron - Perth County Roman Catholic Separate School Board. He is serving his ninth term as chair. Marcy stated, ""It is a privilege to be elected chair of the board. I look for- ward to working with my fellow trus- tees, student trustees, administration, our board chaplain and all employees of the board. Together we will continue to further the Catholic formation of our students and to maintain the excellent academic standards that are obvious in our Catholic schools. All of our board members bring a different set of talents and interests to the table and together we will be able to act in a cohesive man- ner for the best interests of the most important people in our system - the students." Trustee Amy Cronin was acclaimed to the position of vice -chair. This is her second term as vice -chair.