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HomeMy WebLinkAboutThe Citizen, 1988-10-05, Page 17\ m mi < 'v> [ > ........ The new Tenth Line Bridge in East Wawanosh Township is proceeding well ahead of schedule, according to township clerk-treasurer Winona Thompson, and its official opening has been scheduled for the afternoon of Saturday, November 28. The $1.1 million bridge will be THE CITIZEN, WEDNESDAY, OCTOBER 5, 1988. PAGE 17. opened to traffic at that time, and will be one of the last official acts undertaken by council before a new council takes office in December. The above photo was taken on Sunday. Sharon Ramsey heads Belgrave Beef Eaters The first meeting for the Bel­ grave Beef Eaters was held on September 20. This club project was about how to care for, and prepare meats. It deals with meat storage, health aspects and how to properly prepare it. The meeting was opened wit the 4H pledge lead by the leader The first lesson was the facts abou faton meat. At this meeting tl members, assisted by the leadei prepared two dishes: Terrifii Tacos and Potato Skins. The 4F motto was said and the meeting was adjourned. The second meeting for the Belgrave Beef Eaters was held on September 27 at the Women’s Institute Hall in Belgrave. The election of officers was held. Lloyd Dennis to speak in Wingham The Huron and Bruce Districts of the Ontario Public School Teach­ ers’ Federation are pleased to have one of Canada’s best known educators, Lloyd Dennis, coming toWingham to present his pro­ gressive views on the realities of education in today’s society. His workshop entitled “The Learning Circus” will focus on the “greatand wonderful” and the “frightening and horrendous” that make up the world of teaching and learning. The purpose of the presentation is to portray some of the trials and tribulations and the successes and joys that children, teachers, trustees, administra- tors, politiciansand parents exper­ ience in the great public enter­ prise: education. Captivating and entertaining the presentation is laced with threads of modern classroom experiences and tied with the realities of education in today’s society. Enlightening for consumers and uplifting for teach­ ers the Learning Circus is guaran­ teed to enhance you and send you away with an enlivened view of the school and what it seeks to do. Teacher, writer, consultant and administrator, Dr. Dennis has a colourful and varied background in education. Dr. Dennis was the product of a difficult disjointed school life. He became part of a Bd. of Ed., secondary citizens’ group in Ontario during the restless 60’s who were to examine the education system of that era and recommend changes. In 1967 he co-authored a report called “Living and Learning” that suggested a major overhaul of the philosophy and methods that were being used in education. The report, also known as the Hall- Dennis Report, suggested an educational system based on active learning centres. This controver­ sial report was cheered by some and booed by others. It sparked debate that raged for years and is still prevalent today. The philoso­ phy of this report has shaped education from its inception to the present Known throughout Canada as a dynamic, entertaining and inspir- ationalspeaker, Dr. Dennis will present a workshop that is guaran­ teed to inspire. This O.P.S.T.F.-sponsored workshop will be held on Wednes­ day, Oct. 12 at 7:30 p.m. at the Wingham Public School. All mem­ bers of the public are cordially invited. It will give educators a chance at further professional development and will allow the public to learn more about the directions of education and why it is going that way. It should be a night worthwhile for everyone concerned about education in the area, so plan to attend. Sharon Ramsey is President; Carol Hopper is Vice-President; Jennifer Elston, Secretary; Sharon Ram­ sey, Press Reporter and Junior Leader is Carol Hopper. The leaders are Isabel Campbell and Arlyn Montgomery. This project is “Much Ado About Meat.” This meeting was opened with the 4H pledge lead by the President. Roll call was taken by the secretary and lesson number two wascompleted. At this meeting there were also two dishes prepar­ ed - Oriental Vegetable-Beef Stir Fry and Pork and Peaches, both turned out to be delicious. The 4H motto was said and the meeting was then adjourned. unicef teachers sign pact The Huron County Board of Education and its 283 secondary school teachers have ratified an agreement which will see current teachers’ salaries rise by approxi- ately 4.6 per cent during the 1988-89 school year. School board spokesman Gino Giannandrea, superintendent of personnel, said Monday that the new agreement calls for 3.7 per cent increase in grid salaries retroactive to September 1, 1988, followed by another increase and a re-structured grid effective Febru­ ary 1, 1989. As of the latter date, the minimum and maximum se­ condary school teacher’s salaries in Huron County will be $24,500 and $53,000 respectively. The agreement passed by the HCBE in Clinton on Monday and ratified by the teachers earlier also calls for small changes in staffing and benefits, Mr. Giannandrea said. Meanwhile, negotiations be­ tween the board and its elementary school teachers continue. Government-appointed fact fin­ der Helen Finley has met with representatives of both the board and the teachers, and is expected to release a report next week, Mr. Giannandrea said. Under the terms of the Boards’ and Teachers’ Collective Negotia­ tions Act, the Education Relations Commission appoints a govern­ ment factfinder whenever a board and its teachers have not reached a settlement by early September. Mr. Giannandrea noted that for three successive years now the Huron board and its teachers have concluded negotiations before Christmas in the year in which they began. Morris Twp. grants increase to clerk Morris Township Council has granted a wage increase of over 10 per cent to its clerk-treasurer, effective next January 1. Clerk-treasurer Nancy Michie accepted council’s offer, which will raise her annual salary from $26,400 to $30,000, atcouncil’s September 20 meeting. She will also be paid $50 per night meeting she attends, and will receive full insurance coverage under the township’s group employee plan, up from the 50 per cent formerly covered by the township. Following the meeting, Reeve Doug Fraser said that Mrs. Michie had provided council with a wage comparison of area municipal employees, but had made no specific increase request. How­ ever, hesaidthatsincetheclerk was on the low end of the municipal wage scale, council decided to grant the increase to reflect the responsibilities of her position. Council made a proposal for wage increases to the township’s road employees at the same meeting, but since none of them were in attendance, it was decided that the matter be raised again at the next meeting, scheduled for September 29. 2 out of 3 ain’t bad Unbelievable Buy! The color selection is very limited, but you might find one that suits you. Nice tweedy 100% polyester Scotchguarded fabric to complement any decor. Louvre Drape Fabric Ratio Door Verticals Fits 5’ or 6’ patio door at an unbelievably low price. 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