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HomeMy WebLinkAboutThe Citizen, 1997-05-21, Page 22PAGE 22. THE CITIZEN, WEDNESDAY, MAY 21,1997 HCBE briefs Schools get new computer system Trustees for the Huron County board of education were treated to a demonstration of new technology at the May 5 meeting of the board. Thanks to a technology grant from the provincial government each school in Huron County now has a personal digital assistant (PDA) system. The unit has 40 portable computers, stored in a re­ charging cabinet, which is rolled from classroom to classroom for use. The system allows each child in the class to have a lap top type Chess mates Francis Deitner, a Grey Central Public School student and Dwight Schiestel from Wingham, played in the first game of the 7th annual Chessamania, May 15, at Grey. Students from Wingham, Colborne, Grey, Howick, Brookside and Hullett met in this non-competitive event. Brussels PS news Busy week for students computer at their desk instead of having to share one or two more conventional computers. Each school in the county has one system, with two in some of the bigger facilities. Students from Wingham Public School demonstrated use of the computers for the trustees, after having only an hour and a half of training. *** The elementary staffing levels are under review, with full-time student numbers down by 70, a human resources committee informed the board. Junior and senior kindergarten registration lev­ els are being watched closely to determine the correct allocation of staff. A motion from the management- committee was passed which would result in the sale of the portable at Exeter Public School, when appro­ priate. *** The tender from Jim Gregus Construction Ltd, for the library alterations at South Huron Sec­ ondary School, was accepted, at a cost of $262,150. ••• Plant Services Administrator Mike Rau reported that since the board has joined the gas consor­ tium, considerable savings have been realized. In the past seven months, $13,000 have been saved, he said. *** The Learning Resource Centre Computer Store showed a net income of $15,323.56 for the peri­ od ending March 31. ••• Through talks with the trustees and staff of the HCBE, Ontario Secondary School Teachers' Feder­ ation representative John Clarke said staff layoffs were avoided when determining allocations for 1997/98. . The total staff allocation will be 211.5 for next year, down from 222.7 this year. Clarke said much of this is due to a 4.8 decrease in enrollment as well as being able to make other adjust­ ments for teacher retirements. HCBE Director of Education FORTHCOMING MARRIAGE Harold and Clara Gibson are pleased to announce the marriage of their daughter Mary-Anne to Robert, son of John and Carol Bone- schansker. Wedding to take place at Fordwich United Church on May 24/97 at 5 p.m. Open reception to follow at Howick Community Centre. Paul Carroll said it is the board's long-term goal to hold on to staff, avoid layoffs and preserve pro­ grams. "Everyone has to come out a winner, particularly the students," said Carroll. •** The trustees passed a motion which said the HCBE and the Perth County board of education commit to the principle of maintaining job security and employment for all employees in all discussions related to the creation of the district school board. Wedding Announcement Mr. & Mrs. Ken Bird and Mr. and Mrs. Wayne Mellin are pleased to announce the uniting In marriage of Krista Marie & Terry William at Greenway United Church on May 31,1997 Friends and family are welcome to come and help them celebrate at Hensail Community Centre 9 p.m. -1 a.m. By Nicole Lowe and Trish Teeft We've had a very busy week here at Brussels Public School. As the year slowly comes to an end, our workload increases and more special activities are planned. Our skipping team seems to be working around the clock to get ready for Jump Rope for Heart on May 30. All pledges go to the Heart and Stroke Foundation of Ontario, so be on the lookout for our participants. We do strongly suggest that they do not go door to door and only get pledges from family and friends. K-8 students will be participating and we hope the weather will co-operate. The Grade 6/7 class trip to the Science Centre in Toronto was successful. They weren't too excited about leaving the school at 6:45 a.m. though. They toured the facility, but paid special attention the mining and finger printing special exhibits. They returned at about 8:30 that evening with stories to tell their families. Plans are also underway for the Grade 7/8 class trip to the Hamilton/Niagara area. We'll be visiting the Levi jean factory in Hamilton, then going to Fort George at Niagara-on-the-Lake, and finally ending up in Niagara Falls at the butterfly conservatory. We think that everyone is looking forward to the free time at the Falls. One thing that's not exciting is the fact that we'll be leaving at 6:30 in the morning. We're expected to be back at 11 p.m. The School Advisory Council has been planning the Family Fun Night on May 29. We’re looking for donations for our Silent Auction, as well as Canadian Tire money for our Canadian Tire Money Tree Raffle. There will also be penny draws, a bake table, used toy and book sale, great food, a craft table, and fun for the whole family! Come one, come all! The Grade 7s had a fun time on Tuesday getting their last hepatitis B needles (ha, ha, ha!). No really, we bet that they're glad to have them over with. To end our article, we'd like to thank a special person who recently left us. Margaret Thomas has been the school's health nurse for several years. She transferred to a new district, and we would like to thank her for all the kindness she showed us. Our new health nurse is Marilyn King. We wish her the best of luck. Best GIC Rate / 6.00% 5 yrs as of May 16/97 INVESTMENTS ^^524-2773 Goderich 1-800-265-5503 Looking for local heroes There are so many people out there who do so much to improve their community. Now you have a chance to say thanks. Nominate that special person for the 11th Annual Citizen Citizenship Awards. Each year a committee chooses an outstanding citizen from each of the Blyth and area and Brussels and area communities to receive an award for contribution to the community. If you know someone you think should be honoured, please fill in the ballot and send it in. You may attach a longer explanation of why you think your nominee should win, if you like. If you have nominated someone before and he or she didn't win, please feel free to try again. I nominate-------—_________________________________ as Citizen of the year for Blyth □ Brussels & area & area I feel she/he deserves this award because___________________ HUNTINGTON'S DISEASE You Can Make a Difference HUNTINGTON SOCIETY OF CANADA 13 Water Street North, Box 1269 Cambridge, Ontario N1R 7G6 Nomination Deadline May 31,1997 Name and phone number of nominator__________________________________________________