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HomeMy WebLinkAboutLakeshore Advance, 2011-04-27, Page 5Wednesda , ' ' 127, 2011 • Lakeshore Advance 5 Community letters to the editor When did coalition become a bad word? +t When did "coalition" become such a bad word? fairly recently 1 think, thanks to Mr. E Inrper and his cohorts, 'There have been many successful coalitions, both political and non-political,in the past. In most peoples' vocabulary, l think it has been a fairly positive word, and there is no good reason why it should not remain so, Mr. Harper insists that Mr. Ignatieff will forst a coalition govern- ment if he (! carper ) does not get a majority, in spite of Mr. Ignatieff saying many titres that he would not. And so what if he ( Ignatieff ) dict? Those are the rules of a L'arlintentary democracy. If you cannot win the support of the 1louse of Commons, then the other parties can try if the Governor General asks, I wonder what Mr, Harper would do it' the Liberals won a minority government, but then lost favour in the [louse. Oh, wait, we know the answer, because hlr, 1 larper wrote to the Governor General with the support of the NDP and the Bloc to ask her to consider "options" when the Paul Martin liberals had a minortiy, Le, ask the other parties to forst a government. Precisely what he accuses Mr. Ignatieff would do! So 1 atn happy with the way our Parliamentary detnocarcy works. But if I never hear Mr. flamer and his lot say the word "coalition" in their depreciatory wary again, it will not be too soon, 'There is one word though that has taken on a negative tone recently: "prorogation': Ron Holmes Developmentally delayed students need your help I ant a supply Educational Assistant with the I.ambton Kent District School Board. l am writing this letter to Inform the residents of I.ambton Shores of an atrocity that is happening within our school board. We all know that cuts are inevitable but are you aware of what some of the cuts are? 'The Developmentally Delayed or f )1) CI ASS at North latmhton .Secondary School has had the misfortune of being cut by 1.5 EAs in the past year. The result of these cuts has a very negaftve impact on these very special students. 'The students are no longer able to participate in the (;o -op program as there is inadequate staff to assist therm. Our business community 1s more than willing to to assist tate DI) students fulfill their Co-ops so they can learn luny to intentct with others , leant good work skills and help to elevate their self-esteem. 'the absene of this program is a major step backwards. 'these are the students that need the hands on experience. If regular stream students had their Co -Op programs cut 1 tun sure we would hear an outcry from the public. In the past the 1)I) program at N1,SS has held a reputation for success and this success has spread like wildfire, l have witnessed many , many parents, teachers and board members from other schools come to observe the DE) class and leant from our program. We had team of EIAs and a very experienced teacher that worked together smoothly and as a result the 1)1) students flourished. I can see the tvr(t(ng on the Wali already. Eventually the tx)art is going to try to integrate the 1)I) students into the regular classroom stream, In my opinion this is like re -inventing the wheel, Been there, done that and it does not work. Integnttion on some levels is great; physical education is an example of an area where it can work. But to plat the 1)1) students back into the regular stream is only going to result in lowering their self esteem resulting in failure. And guess what? 'the board will have to hie As to assist them in the classroom. I Irma, stakes one think doesn't 1t? Metter dated March 5 'lO11, written by a l atke Smltlt Conservation member advocating for the l )1) room was signed by approximately 300 people and submitted to our trustee Jane Bryce. It is now the tend of April and we have had no response. I ant asking you, the people of l arnhton Shores to step up to the plate and eontnct the tx)art and advocate for this I )1) classroom and other I)1) students within launhton Kent District School Board. the number is 1-800-754-712,5, 'the students need your help. Monica McPherson, UM Thanks to Oakwood and Custom Catering. Everything was perfect We have. just enjoyed the marriage of it son and a daughter here in Grand Bend.1 would like to take the oppor- tunity to remark on the excellent experience that was provided by our host, "'lite Oakwood Inn". 'the plan- ning and delivery of all details of their service and accommodation was exceptional, We feel fortunate to have chosen this venue and to have stayed local for such an important family event. 'thank you, Dave Scatchard and all the professionals responsible for staking the wedding so memora- ble. The weather may not have cooperated, but everyone else did! An additional thank you to "Custom Catering" by Stephen and Barbara of Grand Bend. Before and after the wedding, you provided our guests with a delightful feast. Everything provided was timely and perfect. For anyone local, we suggest that you do not have to travel fur to host that important event. Thanks from the Brunelle and Hodder famllles, Grand Bend and Exeter St. Anne's celebrate Earth Week and the environment Mikenna Lane Lakeshore Advance '!he students of St. Anne's were able to reflect ttpott two values which are close to their hearts this post week. 'Throughout April pith - 20th, the globe celebrated Earth Week where environ- mentalists promote the importance of improving all aspects of the 'ecological world: On April 19th, selected students volunteered their time improving the environment and raising awareness regarding environmental issues by competing in their first 'Envirothon' meet of the year at the Pinery in Grand Bend. As always, the'Envirothoners' represented St. Anne's well. In addition, St. Anne's reflected on their appreciation of Christ's sacrifice during our I poly Thursday Liturgy. A wonderful prayer service was offered where the St Anne's community remembered all that testis has done for us and how it is our responsibility to act as his disciples. On behalf of St. Anne's, we would like to wish everyone a safe, reflective, and joyful }aster. 'The! more active than ever group, St. Anne's Me to We, wish to invite people from the community to come and join them on April 29th, 2011 at their first 'Freedom Fashion Show: 'tickets are $5 for children, $10 for students and $15 dollars for adults where Al.l. proceeds will put forth the development of a school in the developing country of Ecuador. Phil Main, Run -Wary Shows and South American Dancers will he just part of the entertainment. For fur- ther information please do not hesitate to contact the school at 519-482-5454. The Friends of Pinery Park annual general meeting Lakeshore Advance 'I'he Friends of Pinery Park is embarking on its twenty-second year of operation. The organization was formed by a group of area residents who soured both a passion and Beep interest in Pinery Park. 'the Friends of Pinery Park was incorporated in 1989 as a registered charity and continues to support the Pinery in a multitude of ways, Over the past year, The Friends of Pinery Park has obtained a number of grants to support trseturh on the Park's turtle population, which include u number of "species at risk': The "Savanna Strollers", to community walking group that utilizes the trail system in the park, is sponsored by the "Friends" and has just celebrated Its first anniversary. 'The community Is invited to learn more about the friends of Pinery Park and become a new member by joining them for their Annual Gen- eral meeting on Saturday April 30, 2011. (Details helow) 'Ihe Friends of Pinery Park AGM If you go: Saturday, April 30th ■ 1:000 pan - Annual General Meeting - Visitor Centre indoor 'theatre • 2:00 pm - Speaker - 'Turtle Researcher, Christina Davy Mennlers will receive free entrance to the pork for the day of the A(;M, Let the gate staff know that you will be attend- ing the friends' AGM to receive your temporary day pass, 'the Friends store will be open and will be featuring an inventory reduction sale to snake room for some new product lines, the guest speaker at the AGM will be Christina Davy who has been lead- ing the turtle research at Pinery for the past few years. Christina is a PhD Candidate at the lhniversity of'li)mnto and holds a Mas- ters in Zoology from the University of Western Ontario, and a BSc (''Zoology) from the University of Guelph. 1ler PhD dissertation investigates the conservation genetics of freshwater turtles in Ontario, and the efficacy of ex situ nest incubation as a tool for tur- tle conservation. She has worked with endangered turtles in Canada, Costa Rica and Greece, with endangered passerines and reptiles in Mauritius, and with hats in Canada, Costa Rica and 'Taiwan. She is happiest when wandering around in a wetland, Please RSVP by sending an entail to foppooxford.net, or by phone to Barb Ferris, Executive Director at (519) 243-1521 Stephen Central wrap up their graduatlon fundralser Ste hen Central Be lee an d Emil BY Y Y Wow, this week Is crazy. With the much dance corning up on Friday and the Easter egg hunt being put on by stu- dent council yesterday we are a very busy school! last week on Monday our grade 8s girls got their IIPV shots and the grade 7s got their hepatitis shots, Also Inst Thursday our junior floor hockey team went to Zurich to compete against many surrounding schools. With the help of the coach, Mrs Hempel, and the support they gave each other they did a very good Job! Yesterday we had an Baster egg hunt put on by stu- dent council. 'Ihe classes had the opportunity to a little extra egg hunting with a rewarding prize of six chocolate eggs per student. 'Thank you student council! Also our grade 8 class wrapped up their Huron Ridge flower sales which gave them $1,858 to go towards gradua- tion. ibis Friday the Optimist club is holding the Much Dance at the Exeter Arena. That will be a very fun night full of dancing and celebrating the arrival of spring. 'this past weekend was Easter of course and all of our kids were excited that they got a 4 day weekend and loads of chocolate, Our local Crediton optimist club held a Easter egg hunt here at our school due to the park being under construction. 'there was lots of fun for all and a coloring contest for all ages. !lope you all have a great week! Bye now.