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The Citizen, 1987-04-22, Page 9THE CITIZEN, WEDNESDAY, APRIL 22, 1987. PAGE 9. Walton Compiled by Mrs. Betty McCall. Phone 887-6677 Walton Wl holds annual meeting l Walton Women’s Institute members met for their regular April meeting and annual meeting, Wed­ nesday evening. Institute Grace was sung prior to supper at the Golden Lantern in Brussels. Helen Craig presided for bus­ iness, opened with the poem, “Are you an active member?” Minutes were approved as read by Margaret Shortreed followed by the financial statement. It was reported a good crowd had attended the noon luncheon that day with the next luncheon (turkey) to be on May 20, regular meeting at night. May 28 is the dessert euchre beginning at 7 p.m. Each member is to take two des­ serts. New meal prices were ac­ cepted with luncheons set at $4.50. It was suggested to try a rotating schedule handed out to each member. Moved on to the annual meet­ ing. Secretary-treasurer gave her report and mentioned six members had perfect attendance the past year, Marion Godkin, Maxine Marks, Maijorie Humphries, Leona McDonald, Alberta Stevens and Betty McCall. Standing committee conven­ ors gave their reports. Margery Huether for Agriculture and Can­ adian Industries; Margaret Craig for Citizenship and World Affairs; Maijorie Humphries for Education and Cultural Activities; Ruth Ax­ tmann for Family and Consumer Affairs; Betty McCall for Resol­ utions. Annie Reid gave a report on the Tweedsmuir book she has been compiling the past several years. The Public Relations officer Betty McCall reported on the improve- Board studies drop-outs As a result of an interest expressed by its trustees, the Huron County Board of Education (HBE) has just released a report on the student drop-out rate at county secondary schools. The purpose of the report was to examine the transition from school to the community and to employ­ ment for students who choose not to complete their secondary educa- tion, commonly referred to as ‘ ‘ dropouts’ ’. The process is seen as being helpful in beginning to identify potential dropouts early in an effort to stem the tide of children who leave school prematurely, and also in giving information about school programs which may impact on school-leaving decisions. However, Bob Allen, director of education, speaking to trustees at a board meeting in Clinton on April 6, cautioned that the report should only be used as a preliminary study atthistime, and that data should be collected for at least a second year before becoming truly meaningful. The report shows that 5.5 per cent of the student population at Clinton Central Huron Secondary School, or 44 students left school during 1985-86; 4.5 per cent of the students atGodtrich Collegiate, or 35 persons, quit school; 4.4 per cent, or 39 students left the Exeter High School; 4.3 percent, or 15 students left Seaforth Secondary; and the lowest percentage, at 4 per cent, or 37 students, dropped out at F.E. Madill. The total of 170 ments and happenings in the past year. The President’s summary was given by Helen Craig. She then asked Mary Humphries to read the slate of new officers for 1987-88. They were installed by Peg Cud- more, a guest from Brussels In­ stitute who was later presented with an Easter Lily. New .officers are as follows: Past President, Leona McDonald; President, Helen Craig; First Vice- President, Marion Godkin; Second vice-president, Margaret Short­ reed; assistant, Annie Reid; Dis­ trict Director, Leona McDonald; Alternate, Ruth Axtmann; Public Relations Officer, Betty McCall; Curators, Annie Reid and Mar­ garet Craig; Auditors, Leona Mc­ Donald and Margery Huether. Standing Committee Con­ venors are: Agriculture, Leona McDonald; Canadian Industries, Mary Humphries; Citizenship and Legislation, Berva Watson and Margery Huether; Education and Cultural Activities, Marjorie Hum­ phries and Margaret Craig; Family and Consumer Affairs, Elva Bolger and Betty McCall; International Affairs, Viola Kirkby; Resolutions, Marion Godkin and Helen Boven; 4-H co-ordinator, Ruth Axtmann; program, Marjorie Humphries. In the new business, hall rent is to stay the same as last year, donations to fire victims to be raised. Speakers to receive the same as last year with mileage added. It was moved to donate $ 15 to the Fair Board. A gift is to be sent for the convention in North Bay. The Historical society and Tweedsmuir fees are to be for­ warded by the secretary. The meeting was adjourned. represents 4.5 per cent of the total number of secondary school stu­ dents registered within the county in September, 1985. An overwhelming number of these, 128 students, left while they werebetweentheagesof 16 and 18, but 12 children under 15 years of age quit school as well, as did 11 over the ag£ of 20. A major number left during the first three months of the school year, although minor peaks also appeared in February and April, while the lowest number of dropouts occurred in December, March and June. Ninety-nine boysand 71 girls left Huron secondary schools in 1985- 86, with 75 of these quitting to go to work, and 73 dropping outwith “no definite plan.’’ During the follow­ ing months, all identified dropouts were contact by the executive committee drawing up the report, with 74.4 per cent reporting that they were working, while a further 18.6percentwereunemployed. As well, 58.8 per cent said that further schooling figured in their plans for the future, 23.2of those unemploy­ ed hoped to find work, and 27.9 per cent had “other plans’’. Seventy per cent of the dropouts reported that at least one other family member had not completed school, while 44.1 per cent said that they had experienced difficulty with attendance before leaving, while 20.9 per cent claimed that difficulties with teachers figured largely in their decision to quit \ ■\Many visit on holidays Miss Patricia Hackwell, Tor­ onto spent the holiday weekend at the home of her parents, Mr. and Mrs. Howard Hackwell. Danny and Karen Achilles, Stratford were visiting at the home of grandparents, Mr. and Mrs. Roily Achilles. Jim and Ann Sills and family visited at the same home Saturday evening. The community was saddened over the weekend with the passing of Trish Clark. Sympathy goes out to her parents, Bruce and Pam, Easter celebrated at Duff's church Easter Service at Duff s United was well attended with friends of the community members Sunday morning. Greeters were Stanley and Donna McClure. Or­ ganist Glenda Carter. Ushers were Martin Baan, Howard Hackwell and Steven Dennis. Rev. Bonnie Snell conducted the junior choir as they contributed several numbers during the serivce. Marion Godkin was their pianist. The sermon was on different Easter symbols, the egg, butterfly, a bulb, and candle. Scripture lessons were read by Amy Workman. Next Sunday the youth group is at 7:30 p.m. Sunday, May 3 at 3 p.m. Grey-Bruce Singers Concert at DufFs United Church. Tickets available from U.C.W. members. Cancer drive raises $207 The canvassers in the village of Walton have completed the fundraising drive for the Cancer Society. Appreciation is expressed for all the contributions, when $207 was realized. Canvassers were Viola Kirkby, Isabell? Short­ reed and Audrey Hackwell. school. Some 67.4 per cent of (he dropouts contacted said they felt that a feeling of personal failure hastened their decision to leave school, while others quoted a conflict between themselves and the school and/or a parent, the feeling that they would still be unable to find employment even if they had a diploma, and the scarcity of finding part-time (as opposed to full-time) work. Other reasons for quitting early ranged all the way from an involvement with the law, through a variety of health and home-related prob­ lems, to problems with the beha­ viour and attendance rules impos­ ed by the school. Asked to respond to the question of what changes they would make in the school to make it more worth theirwhile tostay, the dropouts responded with a list which included such things as a grade for “kids their own age,” more courses dealing with home and family problems, more communi­ cation between teacher and pupil, morecourses in Grade 13, and a large number of changes relating school to * * real life”. Changes they would like to see in their communi­ ties included more training and educational programs for kids who leave school early, more job-relat­ ed programs, more opportunities based on personal qualities, an apprentice program, and a home for unwed mothers. brothers Jim and Greg, also to her grandparents, Mr. and Mrs. John McGillvary of Stokes Bay. Mr. and Mrs. Earl Emmrich, Kitchener spent Good Friday with Clint and Judy Emmrich, Jamie and Katie. A surprise party was held on Friday evening when Margaret Shortreed entertained relatives in honour of Gordon and Elva Short­ reed’s 20th anniversary. Those present included Bill and Valerie Shortreed, Jason and baby Kris­ ta; Ken and Judy Shortreed; Isa­ belle Shortreed; Mack and Janet Webster, Emma Shortreed; Wil­ fred Shortreed and Margaret. Ruth Thamer entertained her family on Easter Sunday. Those present were Volker and Shirley Hertlein and Crystal, London: John and Kim Thamer, Tony and VILLAGE OF BRUSSELS PUBLIC MEETING CONCERNING A PROPOSED COMPREHENSIVE ZONING BY-LAW TAKE NOTICE that the Council of the Corporation of the Village of Brussels will hold a public open house, as indicated below, to consider the proposed comprehensive zoning by-law. OPEN HOUSESCHEDULE MONDAY, MAY 25,1987 Drop in anytime between 1 -4 p.m.; 7-9 p. m. Location - Brussels Library Basement, Turnberry Street, Brussels. Theopenhouseisdeemedtobeapublic meeting under Section 34(12] of the Planning Act; it provides a flexible timetable to suit the majority of ratepayers and an opportunity to consider and discuss specific concerns. Everyone is welcome to drop by anytime to discuss the by-law with Council or a County Planner. The proposed zoning by-law affects the entire Village of Brussels as shown on theattached map below. It implements the Village of Brussels Secondary Plan by establishing land use controls and zones in the Village. ANY PERSON may attend the public meeting and/or make written or verbal representation either in support of or in opposition to the proposed zoning by-law. ADDITIONAL INFORMATION relating to the proposed zoning by-law is available at the Village Office in Brussels during normal business hours, or alternatively by contacting theHuron County Planning Department [524-2188]. In addition, a draft copy of the proposed by-law is being sent, for information purposes, to all owners of property as noted on the latest revised assessment records. DATED ATTHEVILLAGEOF BRUSSELS, APRIL 22,1987. Hugh Hanly Clerk-Treasurer Village of Brussels Box 119, Brussels, Ont. NOG 1H0 [519] 887-6572 Jason, London; Clint, Jamie and Katie, Walton; Ruthie Thamer, Kitchener, Pauline Gulutzen and Darlene, Westfield and Steve Rad­ ford, Londesboro. John Beuremann, Stratford visited with her mother, Isabelle Shortreed on Good Friday. Mr. and Mrs. Ray Huether were Easter supper guests on Sun­ day with Mr. and Mrs. Jack Holmes, Mary and Margy of Clinton. Just a reminder that the In­ stitute card party is the last Thursday of the month, April 30 at 8 p.m. Mary Humphries’ Easter guests were: Mr. and Mrs. Robert Humphries and family, London; Mr. and Mrs. George Kruse, Bay- field and Mr. and Mrs. Stan Stroop and family, Palmerston.