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HomeMy WebLinkAboutThe Citizen, 2015-11-12, Page 10PAGE 10. THE CITIZEN, THURSDAY, NOVEMBER 12, 2015. Huron Bay CO-OPERATIVE INC. Cty. Rd. #25 519-526-7262 Lots and lots of new toys! Be sure to check out our flyer to see more GREAT DEALS! Thurs., Nov. 19 & Fri., Nov. 20 ~ 8 am - 6 pm; Sat., Nov. 21 ~ 8 am - 4 pm Thursday, November 19th to Saturday, November 21st Auburn Co-op Windsor Water Softener Salt $599 20 kg.Butter! 1 Queen St., Belgrave 519-357-2711 Belgrave Co-op CUSTOMER APPRECIATION DAYS Local Farm Fresh Potatoes 10 lb. bag $188 Members $555 New programs at MRES demonstrate school values By Angela Cowley, Principal at Maitland River Elementary School Thank you for the wonderful opportunity to share with you some things that are taking place at Maitland River Elementary School. Like many schools, we have so much going on, which means there is an abundance to write about. I have decided to tell you about two projects that are reflective of one of our main goals: to create a positive and inclusive learning environment. It is vital that students are well nourished in order to be able to learn. We ensure that food is readily available through our Maitland Munchies student nourishment program. Each day a nutritious, appealing, and often new and interesting snack is available to all students. Snack carts, with student help, make their way down the hallways, making stops along the way for hungry students to select a healthy snack. We have truly amazing parental and community volunteers who plan, shop for food items, prepare them, and then keep our servery clean as well. There is no stigma attached to this program, any and all students use it freely, just as it is intended. How positive and inclusive is that?! We are in the process of setting up our Community Closet. Very soon, in our front foyer, there will be racks for holding new and gently used coats and snowpants, a bin for holding mittens, and another for hats. We want to ensure that as many children as possible have a decent, warm, and well fitting coat, a clean and functional pair of snowpants, snuggly mittens, and a comfy hat. We anticipate cold and snowy days ahead. Children enjoy recess much more when they are well prepared for the weather that comes with it. Many families struggle at this time of year to keep on top of everything financially especially as electrical bills skyrocket, heating bills return, and Christmas is just around the corner. There are many people who can appreciate this and are willing to help. Maybe you can? If so, we would so appreciate help with any of these clothing items. They can be dropped off at the school. If you are cleaning out your closets, getting ready for winter, and have items that your family no longer needs, you might consider donating them to our Community Closet. Maybe you are in a financial position that would allow you to purchase brand new items knowing that someone young will use them for sure and on a daily basis soon. Parents and children are welcome to take an item from the Community Closet as needed. They can drop in during the school day, before school, or after school. It will also give staff members a means to readily solve a problem for students who come to school ill- prepared for the weather. If you have any questions, comments, or would like additional information please call me at 519- 357-3551 or e-mail angecowl@fc.amdsb.ca I am scheduled to write to you again in a few weeks and I look forward to that. Until then, know that Maitland River Elementary School is a great place to be! Presenting the colours The Blyth Legion Branch 420 held its annual Remembrance Day church service on Sunday, just before Remembrance Day. This year the service was held at Trinity Anglican Church, which is just up the street from the Branch. Here, from left: Denise Morris, Elaine Fraser and Sam Dougherty present the colours at the church, which were then accepted by Interim Parish Priest and Archdeacon of Huron-Perth Allan Livingstone of Goderich. (Shawn Loughlin photo) Continued from page 2 year was reviewed and plans started for next year. Ideas were shared and stories told. Well done folks, a year that local money held the market. Stall rental, ticket sales and donation jars covered the cost of the market. Now if we could get some of the government agencies to take lessons, we’d all be way ahead. With Rene Richmond, oh yes and Bob, and the board doing the work and organizing and Don Chesher lining up the music, all was well in their world. It was Hetherington time at our place on the weekend with all the Ontario brothers here for a visit. Both Bob and Bill have additional family in the area, so it was a bonus for Cora Alcock, Pauline’s sister and Mary and Jeananne, Barb’s sisters in Gorrie and Listowel to have a visit as well. Jim and Beth from Hallville came the farthest to check out our new spot. So chats, laughter and food covered our time together. Family visit are always so much fun when you hear another side of a story from long ago – oh memory can be so selective. Ralph and I have been in our Royal Home for a couple of months now, so quickly putting your hand on something can still be an irritation. I’m telling myself that this is our practice run at disorientation and so far we’re coping well. Take care of yourself. Bye now, Betty G.W. Farmers’ Market event sheds light on good year And, march... Members of the Blyth Legion were out on the street bright and early on Sunday to help mark their annual Remembrance Day church service, marching the colours up Dinsley Street to Trinity Anglican Church, where the service took place. Leading the way were Elaine Fraser, left, and Sam Dougherty. (Shawn Loughlin photo)