The Citizen, 1999-03-31, Page 2PAGE 2. THE CITIZEN, WEDNESDAY, MARCH 31, 1999.
Paul Dyck new principal at Brussels PS
Centennial Public Schools.
Most recently he was president of
the Ontario Public School Teachers
Federation. When his two-year
term was completed, he was
appointed principal at Zurich, but
never spent a day there, being sec
onded as the assistant chief of
Human Resources for the board.
Though the plan was to go back
to Zurich in September, Morton's
retirement changed things. "I had
the option of parachuting in to
Brussels then leaving in September
for Zurich," says Dyck. "But I felt
the best thing was if I came to
Brussels then I close things off
here. Zurich will have to find
someone else, but being as I never
spent a day there I don't suppose
they'll miss me."
While Dyck admits that the board
does look for a good fit, when plac
ing principals he's uncertain why he
was perceived to be that fit.
"I don't know what the needs of
the school are and that is very
much a priority — to become
familiar with the community, staff,
students and parents." He is dis
tributing a survey to gather infor
mation and input.
Dyck says that coming in so late
in the school year means he is "in a
maintenance mode. I'm here with a
can of W-D 40. If there’s a squeak,
I'll give it a shot. Next year my sig
nature will go on and the survey
will help me develop a blueprint."
Though he doesn't see any partic
ular need stand out, Dyck says
every school is in need of strong
leadership. "I'm confident I have
that. I believe I'm a good manager."
Dyck sees the changing political
landscape will be the biggest chal
lenge facing local schools. "So
much is top-down decision making
there is not as much autonomy as in
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THE HAIR STOP
At the office
Brussels Public School principal Paul Dyck confers with
secretary Diana Dolmage, who has been a big help he
says, in helping him become better acquainted with his
new posting. Dyck took over administrative duties at the
school following March break. He replaces Howie Morton,
who retired.
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COMING EVENTS
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BRUSSELS LEGION
By Bonnie Gropp
Citizen staff
Students, staff and parents of
Brussels Public School welcomed
principal Paul Dyck last week.
He replaces Howie Morion, who
retired just before March break.
Dyck first began leaching in
Lambton County in 1969. After
two years there he returned to uni
versity as an undergrad in environ
mental science. While there he
married, his wife, Flo, who was
teaching with the Waterloo board.
When it came time to look for a
"family location" Dyck who had
lived in Blyth and finished high
school at Central Huron Secondary
School, returned to Huron County
in 1972. The Dycks, who have
three children, Caroline 20, a stu
dent at Queen's, and twins, Chris
and Andrew, 18, both in theipOAC
year, reside at RR2 Seaforth.
Dyck has taught at Seaforth,
Robertson, Holmesville and Huron
WEDNESDAY, MARCH 31
Stag Euchre Admission $5.00 per man
Starts 8:00 p.m.
Downstairs Lunch
Public Information
Meeting
on the proposed
amalgamation
of the
Village of Brussels and the Township of Grey
Tuesday, April 13, 1999
7:30 p.m.
B. M. & G Arena
THURSDAY, APRIL 1
Information Night
Learn more about the Legion.
Everyone Welcome! 7:30 p.m.
A Note from Betty
A nice week in Brussels it was. The flu and coughs are on the mend - no
break-ins, major crisis or earthquakes. That uplifting feeling of spring in the
air showed in garden hose and rakes at work and everyone out walking
enjoying the warmth.
Joan Jacobs, Waneta Leishman and crew used Sunday to celebrate Mother
Betty's birthday in the Upper Toronto regions.
The palm branches were waving in area churches on Sunday to celebrate
the beginning of Holy Week.
Andre is back - good to see you in Brussels again.
Amalgamation seems to be taking a lot of time in the north west part of
Huron. Perhaps I could suggest the south half of Morris, Blyth, Brussels and
Grey join as good neighbours; and we could get on with municipal
governing.
Enjoy the sunny days as you celebrate picking up the winter debris off
your lawn. Blessed Easter.
Bye now,
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Sunday, April 4
Brunch 11 a.m. - 2 p.m. $8.95
Dinner Buffet 4:30 - 7:30 p.m. $10.95
SATURDAY, APRIL 3
Euchre Tournament at 1:30 p.m.
No smoking Event. Bring your own
partner. Admission $5.00 per person
Cash Prizes of $100.
Lunch provided.
SUNDAY, APRIL 4
Singles Dance from 7-11 p.m.
Admission $8.00 per person.
Lunch provided.
"The Joy Bringers Band"
WEDNESDAY, APRIL 14
Last Stag Euchre.
Admission $5.00 per person
Starts 8:00 p.m
Downstairs Lunch
Reservations Recommended
Brussels Country Inn
887-9035
SUNDAY, APRIL 18
Sunday Morning Breakfast
Come before or after church
Served form 8:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m.
Adults $4.00
Children under 12 $2.50
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SUNDAY, APRIL 18
Singles Dance from 7-11 p.m.
Admission $8.00 per person
Lunch provided
Enjoy "The Blenders"
it's time to pay up...
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Steak Supper served from 7 to 9:00 p.m.
frizes - Surprises
Take a Break
Proceeds to New Air Conditioner Unit
Sponsored by Brussels Optimist
and Recreation
Tickets available
Call Mike 887-6449 or Gerry 887-6233
SATURDAY, APRIL 24
Euchre Tournament at 1:30 p.m.
No Smoking Event
Bring your own partner.
Admission $5.00 per person
Cash prizes of $100.
Lunch provided
MONDAY, APRIL 26
General Meeting for all
Legion members
8:00 p.m. Please plan on attending.
FRIDAY, APRIL 30 AND
SATURDAY, MAY 1st
Silent Auction
Open Friday from 7-9 and Saturday
from 10-4 for viewing and bidding,
live auction of various articles
Saturday from 2-3 p.m.
Inquiries on events, use or rent of
Legion, please ca// 887-6562
after 4:00 p.m.