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The Exeter Times-Advocate, 1952-11-27, Page 5THE TIMES-ADVOCATE, EXETER, ONTARIO, THURSDAY MORNING, NOVEMBER 27, 1952 P.A. Substitute For Assembly By BOR CHAFFE And BOB FLETCHER If you were to ask a Grade IX studont in South Huron High today the reason for not having an assembly every morning he would give you a blank stare and reply "An assembly?”. Yes, it’s true! More and more schools are doing away with as semblies and installing P.A. sys tems. Our school has one of the most modern in Western On tario. It was ready for use when the school was officially opened on January 25, 1950. The system it self is onclosed in a metal cab inet located in the principal’s office. It consists of two pro gram channels with intercom munication to all classrooms and also includes a radio and three-speed record player. The announcements are carried to the classrooms where they are further amplified through 1 O’ inch speakers. In the auditorium there are two 12-incli speakers with a special booster amplifier. Also attached to the system are small microphones in each room for the teachers’ use in talking to anyone in the office. These messages are carried to the cab inet in the office and are ampli fied by two small speakers in the cabinet. In the office there are a num ber of different switches, one connected to each speakei- in the different rooms, so that a teach- •er calling one particular class room would not have to inter rupt another one, To call all rooms at one time, an "all call” switch Is turned on, thus elim inating the trouble of turning S.H.D.H.S. Editorials Students Argue Value Of Examinations Let’s Abolish Examinations Examinations Are Essential «■ facing examinations three main classes. By MARY KLOPP And BARBARA BECKER There is possibly no more controversial subject related to school than the subject of ex aminations. Are examinations ne cessary or are they a waste of time? Do they measure a stu dent’s real knowledge of his sub jects? Can the authorities not find a substitute? Studem fall into There are those who like exams (Can you believe it?) and exult when examination season arrives. On the other hand, there are those who become nervous and consequently, do more poorly than their daily work warrants. There are still others who just "loaf” during class periods but, through a system known as "cramming” and a hit of good luck, succeed in passing the ex aminations. Are not the teachers wasting their time and energy when they are planning and marking these burdensome tests? This time could be well spent in drilling the classes more thoroughly on the different phases of the sub ject, rather than finding out by examinations that the students on all the different switches. It is interesting to note during the summer when P.A. system is not in use a is kept burning inside the inet. This is a special precaution taken against moisture reaching the intricate workings of the system. that the hulb cab- -■ Exeter Starline Barn Equipment Shallow and Deep Well Pressure Pumps Water Bowls Track and Door Hangers Stanchions and Litter Carriers Milking Parlor Stalls DOUG TRIEBNER Phone 458-r-12 Mom! Dad! AH the Kiddies! , You’ll all love Santa’s New Toytown . our full-of-fun department where Santa makes Christ mas promises stock of toys . . . and keeps and dolls! them, with our huge ★ ★★ GAMES .... CUT-OUTS BOOKS .... up up up and and and «=& it© ”1 * 1 — 190 150 150 FULL ASSORMENT OF HOCKEY AND SKATING EQUIPMENT “Use Our Lay-.Away Plan” Beavers Hardware PHONE 86 EXETER do not understand the work. How many unnecessary hours are spent in planning, studying, writing and marking both by the teachers and by the students? Since only 20 out of every 100 students like examinations, why couldn't a substitution be found for them? Jf informal class per iod tests were carried out, of which students were unaware, whey would be forced t ostudy their work from day to day, There would be no loop-hole for the ’’ dents cover more best, the highlights of the courses. This plan benefits the student who becomes nervous and excit ed when examinations arrive. Thus by having these informal tests, we would avoid much cramming and confusion which is non-beneficial to the student and should be eradicated. Many progressive schools have abolished examinations and the Ontario Department of Educa tion conducts examinations for Grade XIII students only. Can this not be taken as proof that the Department frowns upon long, formal examination? May we not take this as encouraging sign that soon examinations (except those < a in our entire are here 'crammer”. Also the stu- would have less work to and consequently thoroughly tested since, at examinations could be cover only tlie ! an all con ducted by universities for en trance to their courses) will be abolished? Report From Edgewood By MRS. ROY MOORE Mr. and Mrs. Don Johnston an<i sons, of Galt, were weekend visitors with Mr. and Mrs. Hay- sei Perrin. Mr. and Mrs. 0. Metters and Charlie were Sunday visitors with Mr. and Mrs. Fraser Dixon, of Brinsley. Congratulations to Mr. T'~1' (nee were and Bernice married Mrs. ''Bob Cook Westman) who ■ on Friday in London. Mr. and Mrs. James spent Monday afternoon Mr. and Mrs. Allen Westman, of Lucan. Mr. Leslie Parnell is on the ■sick list. Mr. and Mrs. Leslie Parnell have rented a house from Mr. Earl Middleton and are shortly. Mr. Leslie Moore is Mr. Clare Dunlop in London. Mr. and Mrs. Olla and Gordon, afternoon with Bendall, of St. Marys. A large number of ladies from Edgewood attended wick-Hobbs wedding last Saturday. Mr. .Tames Moore Larson with moving with Roy spent Mrs. helping rooting Moore, Friday William the Hart- at Ebenezer spent ues- day and Wednesday with Mi and Mrs. Trevor Foster, of the Mitchell road. Mr. Don Middleton, student 'teacher, took over the teaching duties at S.S. 5 last. week. Miss Jane Nichols and Miss Mary Sprole, of London, took over the teaching duties at ‘Re vere school last week. Revere Circle W.M.S. Revere Circle W.M.S. met at the home of Miss Grace Lindsay. Mrs. Milton Hardie gave a read ing on remembrance and two minutes of silence was observed. A poem was read Stanley Crawford and on the theme, "Faith,” by Mrs. Ken Hardie, ville Nuby read the Mrs. K . ”reading land Mrs. Warren Greg ory; a solo. Mrs. G. Rathburn reported the Perth rally at Kirkton. Mrs. Floyd Dykes offered her home for the December meeting. The program committee is Mrs. Ken Hardie and Mrs. Stanley Craw ford. by Mrs. a reading was given Mrs. Or- Scripture. Harvey Kennedy gave a g land Mrs. Wan Revere Farm Groups Discuss Machinery Questions under discussion by the Revere Farm Forum at the last meeting were, "Are we over mechanized?” and "Farm ma chinery — does it pay?” For the first question, the general feeling of discussion groups was that farmers were not over-mechanized. They felt that with the present shortage of labor, changes of seasons When work must be rushed and the change from standard time, farmers must have the proper machinery to do work rapidly. They felt that standard alone - - - - rural To farm that _ . ____ that is too expensive for the in dividual farmer, neighbors should agree to operate machine ry on a cooperative basis have work done by a operator. They felt their bors sound The home Mass and the next meeting will be held Monday, December 1 in conjunction with the Federa tion of Agriculture in the hall at Rannoch. Mr. Mass was named convenor for the meet ing. At the close of discussion periods, lunch was served by the hostess and Mrs. Kennedy, con venor for the evening. _______ time should be recognized by districts. the second question of machinery, groups replied if machinery is required were mechanized basis. irieeting was held of Mr or else custom neigh- on a at the and Mrs. William Dolls galore at. the Fair! By JOYCE WITMER And JEANNETTE SCHENK Examination are essential! Ex- aminatiaons have played an im portant part in our entire school educational system ever since its inception and since their abolish ment would” probably have radical change school life, examinations to stay. Examinations are for pose of adapting and of the information the student has learned to new situations. Stu dents of medicine, nursing and law must be able to pass long, tedious examinations. Young peo ple, when they are seeking jobs, ,Are required, as a rule, to write man serv- com- the pur applying examinations. The young who is enterinng the civil ice is required to write a petitive examination. Furthermore, examinations the entire student body on equal basis; they give the student, who is somewhat fright ened under the glaring eyes of his fellow student, a chance to write what he knows rather than havxe to talk. Similarly students are all given the same amount of time and the same questions. Many students dislike examina tions intensely since they have to spend two or three weeks in preparation for them. Therefore many students are not able to participate in all their social ac tivities. We all know that study ing and cramming for an ex amination is very tedious for most students. But let us face the facts; Although we dislike exams, exams, without a doubt, help us a great deal in motivat ing our study. Can you imagine our high put an shy school without exams? The stu dents would have no reason to study and therefore they would nat’ui'ally become very lazy and fall into a never-ending slump. Thus, at the end of the term, some students would have only a foggy idea what their work was about. .Examinations help the teacher by showing him those pupils who have really mastered their work. The teacher then knows those who need more help and he may give these students extra assign ments to enable them to clear up their difficulties. Exams not only help to create a responsibility in students but also they help to prepare the students for their chosen future vocations. Examinations are playing an important part in our secondary educational system and so abol ishing them would be very fool ish. Huron County Crop Report By G. W. MONTGOMERY The two-day rainfall received in the county this week was greatly appreciated by farmers, partiularly those whose wells and water-holes had been dry for some time. A number of soil meetings held in the county have been well attended. The Rural Community Night School has again commenced in the south end of the county with slightly over 400 persons en rolled in the 13 courses of in struction. Strip Projector Teaching Aid By MARY FORD And MARY ELSON “Seeing is h elieving” forms the purpose of the milmstrip pro jector at our school. It fulfils many duties, by introducing, re viewing and creating interest in various subjects. A filmstrip is a roll of still pictures printed in sequence, ac companied by a commentary in printed form, or text super imposed on the pictures. Anyone can operate a filmstrip project after a few minutes’ practice. The filmstrip moves through the projector, one picture at a time as the operator turns a vnob. These filmstrips may be obtained ■through the National Film Board in black and white or in color. The screen upon which the pictures are focussed can be fold ed compactly for storing. The teachers consider our new film projector far superior to the old one, in that it can be operat ed in a non-darkened room. Filmstrips are used to illustrate school subjects such as health, guidance, history, French, Eng lish and commercial. Students believe that, besides being entertaining, they are able to gain a better understanding of a subject. With all these advantages we feel that a filmstrip projector is a worthwhile asset to any in stitution. CHOOSE FROM A Shop Today! Christmas Is Only 23 Days Away! And Now For The Male As The Time Will Allow .. Time is fleeing , » , if you are still wonder ing what to give the men on your list here is the- quick and satis fying answer . . . Some thing to wear, That’s sensible I And here is the place to buy . . . because it is our business the year ’round to please men. Stop in today or to morrow for the gifts he’ll like selected by men whose business it is to know that he’ll like them. xr O Pyjamas Mufflers Belts Billfolds Ties Socks WIDE SELECTION OF Robes Sport Shirts Cuff Links Nylon Shorts Gloves Hats S.H.D.H.S. HI-LIGHTS Published and written week by students on the of "Ink Spot”, official book of South Huron District High School, Bill Batten, Edi tor; J. B. Creech, Advisor. for a T each staff year If in doubt—GIFT CERTIFICATES in any amount. A small deposit will hold any purchase. McKnight & Walper Men’s and Boys’ Wear >• steadier... more level... softer Illustrated—Dodge Regent 4-door sedan includes certain extra equipment items. Cheek with your local Dodge dealer for information on standard equipment. Phone 200 a P0P6F a> new performance You'll like the finer performance of the new Dodge, its ease of handling when parking ... its nimbleness in heavy traffic or on the highway. 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