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HomeMy WebLinkAboutThe Citizen, 1996-04-10, Page 6Karen and Paul Menheere Couple marries in Seaforth ceremony Blyth, Brussels, Belgrave & Londesborough for Choosing Natural Gas Union Gas is very pleased to be serving North Huron. Since September, over 300 homes and businesses in your area have switched to natural gas. They're now enjoying the energy savings and environmental benefits of natural gas and natural gas products. So, thank you for being EnerSmart and choosing natural gas. Because your business is important to us, we'll do everything we can to proyide you with superior customer service. However, there's no getting around the inconvenience that sometimes comes with building a pipeline. Lawns are dug up, traffic can be diverted, and driveways are sometimes blocked. Your patience while things were under construc- tion was appreciated. If our construction caused you any inconvenience, we apologize. Spring Clean-Up Now that the wintry weather is upon us, immediate repair to lawns, and driveways is not possible. However, come spring, we will be back with grass seed, top soil and cement to restore your property to its original condition. For More Information If you have any questions about the project, the restora- tion of your property or about how natural gas can benefit you, please give us a call. We're always happy to help. CALL Blyth Brussels London 523-4862 or 887-9962 or 1-800-265-4173 (Tues. & Thurs.) (Mon., Wed., Fri.) (Ext. 249) Union Gas Energy For You THE EDITOR, On Wednesday, April 17 from 6:30 - 9:30 p.m. the Parent Associations of Clinton Public School (CPS), Clinton and District Christian School (CDCS), and St. Joseph's Separate School in Clinton have planned an evening of fun, learning and sharing for all parents and educators in Huron County. The second annual ''Strengthening the Partnership" evening will be held in the cafetorium of St. Anne's Catholic Secondary School in Clinton. Last year's event was hosted by St. Joseph's Separate School Parent Teachers Association. Because of its success, this year's committee has invited members from CDCS and CPS to serve on the planning committee as well. After several meetings, invitations were sent to parent committees and principals of all Huron County elementary and secondary public, separate and Christian schools. The evening program is in its final stages of planning. The night is planned to give schools in Huron County an opportunity to share ideas, to gather information about improving the climate in the schools by improving communication between parents, teachers and students. Various fundraising company represen- tatives will have exhibits there. Parents will have opportunity to sample fundraising products and, as well, there will be door prizes. The committee is pleased to provide an opportunity for parents and educators to hear motivational speaker, Rob Black. It is the committee's sincere wish that every school in Huron County be represented. Schools have been invited to show off their school colours, school logo, and pictures of school achievements such as special in-school displays, awards, programs and school playground equipment. riere is an opportunity that transcends all politically motivated changes and all deficit motivated cut-backs. Everyone knows the student's achievement occurs in direct proportion to parental involvement with the child's education. This committee hopes to offer an opportunity to discuss ways to strengthen the partnership between parents, teachers and students in order to improve the educational opportunities for all Huron County children. We are looking forward to a great evening. Readers, please spread the word. We want you to know that even though you or your school have not responded to the invitation, you are most welcome to attend on April 27. The program runs from 7:30 - 9:30 p.m. but the doors will open at 6:30 p.m. in order for you to examine the wonderful exhibits and sample the products. SCHIZOPHRENIA IF You THINK SPELLING IT'S HARD, IMAGINE LIVING WITH IT. 414 Schizophrenia Society of Canada Societe canadienne de schizophrenie FOR MORE INFORMATION, PLEASE CALL: 1-800-809-HOPE If parents need more information they are encouraged to call St. Joseph's Separate School at 482- 7035, CDCS at 482-7851, Joanne Riehl at 482-7865 or Clarence Bos at 482-9609. Sincerely, Clarence Bos_ THE EDITOR, Residents of Huron County should be outraged by the provincial government's continued attack on our educational system. Despite years of funding inequities - Metro Toronto's over-ceiling expenditure per pupil is about five times that of Huron County - we continue to have one of the finest systems in the province. Our pupils consistently score above the provincial average on standardized tests and we are among the leaders in bringing technological advances into the classroom. The leadership, at all levels, and the high degree of professionalism and dedication shown by our teachers, has enabled our system to withstand years of inadequate funding and emerge from the Social Contract with our high standards intact. However, there is a limit, and I'm afraid that the recently announced funding cuts will present an insurmountable challenge. We are told that these cuts will not affect the classroom and are to be made by reducing funding for junior kindergarten, adult educa- tion, central administration and transportation. Huron County has shown leadership by already having undertaken such measures. We recognize the importance of junior kindergarten and are committed to it. We have already reduced administration at the central level and share transportation. How then are we to live with these cuts without affecting the classroom? To add insult to injury, we are also told to expect to be amalga- mated with our neighbouring board. Among many concerns is that of our technological leader- ship. What happens when we are amalgamated? Given the current economic realities, obviously there will not be the resources necessary to bring an amalgamated board up to the level we enjoy. The manner in which we are treated is shameful. As I said at the beginning of this letter, residents should be outraged. They should be expressing this outrage to their local MPP. Sincerely, George Barker, President .OPSTF-Huron. Mixed messages anger writer Continued from page 4 government is tearing down what Ontario's farmers have taken years to build. This announcement can't be about open trade. I have had access to semen from other countries for years. What I want protected is the integrity of my technician service, the quality of semen, health regulations and the infrastructure that ensures breed improvement. The government is putting all at risk with their recent actions. This week, the minister, Noble Villeneuve is leaving on a trade mission on behalf of Ontario Agriculture. Mixed messages seem to prevail — on the one hand the government wants to increase exports and on the other, they are eliminating dollars, programs and regulations that allow Ontario agriculture to excel. Yours truly, Gary West, RR 1, Shakespeare, Ontario. PAGE 6. THE CITIZEN, WEDNESDAY, APRIL 10, 1996 Letters to the editor Schools plan evening of fun MENHEERE - KNIGHT Karen Knight, daughter of Jim and Dona Knight, Brussels and Paul Menheere, son of John and Karen Menheere, St. Columban were united in marriage in Seaforth Presbyterian Church on March 16, 1996. Reverend John Neilson officiated the ceremony. Judy Taylor, friend of the bride was maid of honour. Bridesmaids were Carol Colquhoun and Melinda Ten Pas, friends of the bride. Al Menheere, cousin of the groom was best man. Groomsmen were Richard Snell and Darren Faber. A reception followed at Seaforth Community Centre. The happy couple will reside at Lane of Pines, RR 1, Bayfield, Ontario.