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Home My WebLink AboutThe Citizen, 2013-05-02, Page 7THE CITIZEN, THURSDAY, MAY 2, 2013. PAGE 7.Grade 1 students enjoy experimenting with puppetsBy Morgan HowsonThe highlight of last week inGrade 1 was a puppet workshop onMonday morning. Everyone had a chance to experiment using different voices, try actions with different puppets and present a play. It was a fun-filled morning. Thanks to the Foundation for Education for providing the opportunity and thanks to Kristi Friday for introducing us to the world of puppetry.In the computer lab Mrs.Thompson’s class was also taughthow to use a new program called Comic Life. There they worked with characters from the fairy tale, “Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs”. Grade 1 students are now developing excellent computer skills. In Grade 2 in Mrs. Bell’s class last week they did garbage pick-up on school grounds and they also made promises to help Mother Nature intheir version of a healing circle.Grade 2 also enjoyed the puppetpresentation along with Mrs. Thompson’s class. By Jenna McDonald This week we started our dance unit with conversations and activities around slow, fast, smooth and jerky movements and low medium and high use of space. Students were racking their brains getting ready for the Big Chillproject which started on Monday,April 29. Whose ice cube do youthink lasted the longest? It all remains a mystery. We also had assemblies Friday. Boys and girls intermediate basketball teams were recognized for their hard work at the recent tournament as well as students who participated in the Legion’s Public Speaking Competitions and Remembrance Day activities. Finally, awards were also given out to students who participated in the Blue Spruce, Silver Birch and Red Maple reading program and those who demonstrated honesty this month. By Ben Stewart Hello everyone, Ben here. Lately the Grade 3/4 and 4/5 classes have been studying Medieval Times. Students have been identifying the people that lived or worked in the castles and then they created 3D models of the castles they were learning about. On April 22 they invited the school to view their castle displays. Students sure have had a lot of fun with this unit. They worked very hard on their castles which were of very good quality. A note from our School Council Hullett Central is entering a contest to see which non-profit organization could collect the most unwanted cell phones and chargers. If you have any of these around they could be dropped off at the school. This is a contest with “Think Green”. The contest runs from March 1 - April 30. The top three collectors will win cash bonuses in addition to the rebate value. For every 24 cell phones collected a treewill be planted on Hullett’s behalf.This year’s auction and carnivalnight will be much different than in the past as we are holding the event at the Blyth arena, on the arena floor. With so much more space we can offer more to the families. Some of these extras include: a “bouncy castle” and an inflatable basketball target unit, a clown-making balloon character for the kids, face painting, tattoos, as well as lots of games with some great prizes for everyone who participates. We are also having cotton candy, popcorn, treat bags, chocolate bars and chips for sale. Our food booth will be busy selling hot dogs, burgers, pizza and more. Kids can also enjoy the penny table which is always a huge hit. Make sure you head to the bake table early as baking always sells quickly. Make sure you tell all your family and neighbours as much of the money raised will be used to enhance the playground at the school and thus will benefit the entire community. Come on out and join us at the Blyth arena Friday, May 3 from 5:30 to 8:30 p.m. NEWS FROM LONDESBORO Loving cup A group of performers, with no specific name, but which did include members of the Ballagh Bunch, took to the cups on Friday night at Blyth United Church to perform some songs through slamming cups on a table and clapping. The evening was brought together by F.E. Madill Secondary School’s Mustangs Making a Difference group, which is raising funds for a mission trip to Nicaragua. (Shawn Loughlin photo) Camping, exercise teach to care for earth The decorations at the front of the sanctuary in Londesborough United Church on Sunday, April 28th truly set the stage for Camping Sunday. They were arranged by Barb Knox and Margaret Bakker. To begin the children’s time at the front Pastor Terry Fletcher suggested they look on the internet and have a look at the pictures being sent back to Earth from the space station by Chris Hatfield. The pictures are amazing and a reminder that we must all take care of our planet. Six children formed a circle and each touched a finger together. Terry set a ball, representing the earth, on the centre of the fingers. As the children pulled away their finger in turn, by the fourth child the ball fell. As he said, by working together we can keep the world [ball] safe. If anyone pulls back their helping, doesn’t do their part, the earth and all of us suffer. Camping teaches about nature and how to care for our world. Mr. Fletcher’s message to the adults was titled, God’s Back Garden. Supporting scripture passages were Luke 6:47- 48 and Psalm 8. He explained that front yards/ gardens are usually showy, neat, cultivated and something to be admired. On the other hand back yards/gardens are commonly places of activity and disorganization. This area of composting, learning and, perhaps food growing, is more interesting. And a rich growing place. God’s creation/Earth is more like back gardens. God gave Adam and Eve a garden and everything in it they would need to survive. This abundance is all around us. Rural children have a greater appreciation of nature and creation, being closer to it. That is why camping is so important to urban children. There they can learn about God’s creation through nature experiences. United Church camps are based on ‘faith formation programming’. Camping and being out of doors gives everyone a chance to ‘mess around’ in God’s backyard. The sacrament of baptism will be conducted at Londesborough United Sunday, May 5. Next Saturday (May 4) is cleanup day at Camp Menesetung. Help would be welcomed beginning at 9 a.m. Saturday is also the ham and salad supper at the Londesborough Community Hall from 5 to 7 p.m. Advance tickets are preferred so call Alex Westerhout, Joan Whyte or Bev Riley. By BRENDA RADFORD Call 523-4296 PEOPLE AROUND LONDESBORO Waste information coming soon As I prepare this column Bert Lyon is once again in hospital in isolation in Clinton. He continues to be uncomfortable as a result of the ‘superbug’ he picked up at some point during his first confinement. Both he and Joanne would benefit from your prayers and concern. This week in your mail you all received a new waste and recycling schedule. You might consider keeping it handy. On the reverse is a breakdown of items that can be recycled and we can all use an occasional reminder. New items have been added to the list and I spotted one or two things that are new. Spring has sprung as far as the flowers are concerned. Everywhere one is cheered by the sight of hyacinths, daffodils and fresh tree growth. Lawns are greening up suggesting hours of mowing ahead. The pleasant weather on Saturday was, hopefully, a precursor of days to come. The Happy Gang Seniors missed their last euchre night because of the ice storm. They will host cards again on May 10. Hullett Central Public SchoolCarnival & Silent Auction10th Anniversary Everyone Welcome! Blyth Arena Friday, May 3rd 5:30 - 8:30 pm Penny Sale, Face Painting, Clown, Bake Table, Food & Refreshments Donations Welcome! Funds raised go towards new playground equipment Some Live Auction Items: Blue Jays tickets, BBQ, bikes, camping package, men’s leather jacket, lawnmower, 4 tickets to the Broadway show West Side Story, autographed Knight’s jersey. Got Married... Call for pricing & details 519-523-4792 or 519-887-9114 Share your news by placing your announcement in The Citizen