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HomeMy WebLinkAboutLakeshore Advance, 2012-10-31, Page 1Wednesds , November 16, 2011 • Lakeshore Advance 5 Community letter to the editor GBPS Home & School Christmas Wee Fundraiser!! *Sloan's Nurseries have partnered th GBPS H&S to bring your Christmas Trees to you, your friends & your families. To order your Christmas Trees please call Amy @ 519-238-1116 by Monday November 28th! 6'-$45 & 7'-$55 Fraser Fir Christmas Trees available. Pick up at "It's Thyme" in Grand Bend on Saturday December 3rd from loam -5pm! For supporting our Christmas Tree Fundraiser your name will be entered into a draw for aChristmas Basket, donated by Jackie Stenhouse. It's Christmas Thyme after all! Thank you for supporting our efforts in making a difference for our children & our school. Be safe, happy & healthy! Sincerely, GBPS Home & School Association A Parent's Role in Children's Vision Q: My child started school about two months ago and never men- tions having difficulty seeing, should he still have their eyes examined? A: Yes. It is recommended that all children have their eyes exam- ined routinely. The first eye exam is recommended when a child is six months old and then again at school age, unless advised other- wise by an eye care provider. In Canada, it is estimated that 86% of children under the age of six years old have never had a comprehen- sive eye exam. It is also estimated that 25% of grade school children have a vision problem that stops them from excelling in the class- room and of those children who struggle with a learning disability, approximately 60% will have a vision problem. Since an esti- mated 80% of learning is achieved through the eyes it is important for all children to have regular eye exams. During a comprehensive exam the eye care provider will assess the vision, how the eyes work together and the health of the eye. At the end of the exam, eyeglasses and/or eye exercises may be recommended to allow your child to see clearly and perform their best. An average of one in four children has an undetected vision problem that can interfere with the ability to read and learn, Proper eyecare and eyewear are critical to their performance inside the class- room and in everyday life. Most tittles children cannot communicate that they are not seeing clearly so as a parent you can watch for the following signs that may indicate that something may be wrong; • holding reading material too far or too close • using fingers to trace words when reading • constantly rubbing the eyes • constantly squinting • complaining about headaches • tilts or turns the head • sensitivity to extreme light • irritated and teary eyes Whether or not your child has any of the above signs make an appointment today to make ensure your child is seeing properly. Exams are covered by 0111P for all children and teenagers under the age of 20, Laura MacDonald, O.D. School prepares for crowded schedule The week of November 7th to 11th at St. Anne's Catholic Second- ary School came with several sport- ing events and trips. On Monday the 7th, the curling team began their practices at Vanastra, and both the junior and senior boys' volley- ball teams competed in the Huron Perth tournament in Stratford on Tuesday. On the 9th, the swim team, curling team and boys' hockey team had practices and played in the new Clinton Arena. Student cabinet has introduced the first ever "Movernber Council wants province to deal with alcohol decisions Lynda Hillman-Rapley Lakeshore Advance Lambton Shores has voted to back MADD Canada by referring their 4ietter of support to the area Community Health Centres. Lambton County council has voted to back MADD Canada, the Ontario Public Health Association and the Centre for Addiction and Mental Health in their opposition to efforts to allow beer and wine to be sold at convenience stores in Ontario and Deputy mayor Elizabeth Davis Dagg wanted the local council to follow suite with their support. That motion was lost as some councilors felt this was a provincial mandate. We should not be taking a stand on this, let the province deal with it." — Councilors Doug Bonesteel Councilors Doug Bonesteel and Martin Underwood said they did not want to encroach on something they have no control. "We should not be taking a stand on this, let the province deal with it," said Bonesteel. The original motion from councilor Ruth Illman to send the letter from MADD to the CHCS passed. LET'S MAKE CANCER HISTORY.,,El ,,". Calldit fl/ydlf.M Fa Information about comet,a„ team •entices or to make a donation 10888.939.3333 • www.eancer.ea Competition" in the school to raise money for prostate cancer and encourage the students to partici- pate in any way they can. Students have a chance to win a great Movernber prize pack, or to earn the title of having the best, or most original facial hair in the halls of Si. Anne's. On 'Thursday, November 10th, the school hosted a Remembrance Day assembly and invited students from our partner schools, and vet- erans from the local legion who spoke to the student body. The presentations were created by stu- dents from the school's history and drama classes in dedication towa nls soldiers who have fought in the past wurs.'1he'se presentations Included skits, songs, anti dances, as well as Soule visual presentations which allowed all in attendance to reflect upon what Soldiers have dune and sacrificed for aur nation, anti we continue to remember these actions. The school would like to recognize Ms, (;ale, Mine. Glavin, Ms. Drennan -Yeo, furs. Van itakel and the other staff members who always make our Remembrance I )ay assembly such a great success, The school continues to prepare for the crowded schedule ahead, as November 1:1th to 19th is Bullying Awareness Prevention Week, and teachers are busy preparing mid- term report cards to hand out later in November, Additionally, Student Cabinet is working (lard to organize this year's fall (toffee house which will be held on the evening of Novemher 1Gth, featuring talents from around the school in a "caeca„ styled environment. Little wants someone to hang out with 'this Little Brother is 11 years old. He is excited to get a Big Brother and is looking forward to having someone to hang out with. Ile enjoys playing video games, riding his bike and going 4 -wheeling. He would like to go fishing and play baseball with his Big Brother. Ile loves pets and would like it if his Big Brother had pets. This Little Brother is one of the many children waiting to be matched within a mentoring friend- ship. If you are unable to commit to being a Big, consider our In -School Mentoring program. For informa- tion on becoming a Big or our other volunteer programs, call our office at 519-237-3554, e-mail us at cw@ shbbbs.on.ca or visit our web -site at www.shhbbs.on.ca inline Iakeshoreadvance.com