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HomeMy WebLinkAboutTimes-Advocate, 1987-12-16, Page 23Biddulph-Lucan schools Computer programs being introduced Over the fall term, several staff members of Biddulph-Lucan school have been meeting together to de- velop a model plan for the integra- tion of computers into a school cur- riculum. Chaired by vice-principal Steve Wanamaker, committee members Ian Bennett, Mary Davidson, Shir- ley . MacMillan, Helen White, and Board Computer Consultant Bill Schreiter, have almost completed the draft plan which will be present- ed to the other staff members at a meeting in early January. When approved, the plan will al- low for a gradual introduction to the power of the computer by students in the school.. Encompassing all grades from Kindergarten to Grade eight, the elan will use to full ad- vantage the computers and software provided by the Board and the Home and School. As implemented, the plan would allow for students, upon graduation, to be computer literate in a variety of fields. Starting in the primary di- vision, students would be introduced to the computer and gain insight into its operation and some key - A LUCAN CONCERT -A scene from "A Flea on Santa's Tree" from Wednesday's Lucan-Biddulph School Christ- mas concert is shown here. ;.rzf/nA'4�.m `a 'MI6—. s,674 4::s;•:OZ::U;':.*MWrieMW cQ _ IMWMV4MARMWA �' �N boa, d features. Later in the primary grades, stu- dents would lfse the computer for word processing and problem solv- ing activities. In the junior grades, students would be exposed to key- boarding skills, and would learn the features of a more advanced word - processor. In addition, more com- plex problem solving and thinking activities would be continued. The concepts of the junior divi- sion would be continued in the in- termediate grades with the stress at that time being placed on more complex problem solving, thinking skills, analysing data from comput- er databases, and math applications involving spreadsheets. The concepts outlined above will be carried out through activities within the existing school curricu- lum. Thus, the features of the com- puter will be learned as part of the regular programme, and not as a subject added to the curriculum. The school planning committee is very anxious to implement this plan which will make Biddulph- Lucan not only the first school in Middlesex, but one of the first in the province to see the need,for and develop such a far reaching plan. When the final details are ap- proved, an information meeting, probably in the spring of 1988 will be planned to better acquaint the community. Good sounds from local United Church In Lucan United Church Sunday morning there were Christmas "carols", "Poinsettias", "warmth", "friendliness" and last but not least a "good choir" with piano and organ music played together. Sounds good, makes you wish you were there, doesn't it? - The Christmas Story as set down by Matthew - the angel came and talked to Joseph - yes - -Mary was with child and yes he, Joseph, was blameless, what to be done! What a different story would have been re - Struck from behind Both accidents investigated this week by officers of the Lucan de- tachment of the Ontairo Provincial Police involved vehicles .being struck from behind. Wednesday at 11.15 a.m., a vehi- cle operated by Brian Ankers, Lucan was northbound on Middlesex road 23 when struck from behind by a vehicle driven by Michelle Cun- ningham, RR 2, Lucan. Minimal injuries were sustained and damage was estimated at S6,000 by Corpor- al Foley. The same day at 6.57 p.m., a ve- hicle operated by James Dean, Bur- lington was eastbound on Highway 4 when struck from behind by a ve- hicle driven by Kenneth Lefler, London sending this vehicle into the path of a vehicle operated by Sandra Dickson, RR 2, Moorefield. Constable Vance listed damages at $26,000. Officers investigated a total of 41 general occurences which included three stolen vehicles, the same number of recovered vehicles and one each of break, enter and theft with intent; break, enter and theft; theft from a vehicle and attempted theft. Under criminal charges, three males were charged with escaping lawful custody, one male was charged with false pretences under $1,000 and two males were charged with taking a motor vehicle without the owner's consent. Schools aid need On Monday, December 7, when parents came to the Biddulph-Lucan school for interviews with their child's teachers, they had an oppor- tunity to assist glow less fortunate through the purchase of Christmas poinsettias. In a project jointly sponsored by Biddulph - Lucan School and Nich- olson Flowers, visitors to the schools were able to purchase pink, red, or white poinsettias for 55 each. • Proceeds from the sale of these plants totalled $185. This amount has beenforwarded to the local churches to assist in the purchase of Christmas hampers for the needy. The teachers and Nicholson Flow- ers wish to thank those who made this initial venture such a success, • and look forward to sponsoring this community project againmext year. Parents are reminde f that with De- cember and north-west winds, we sometimes encounter uncertain bus transportation situations. As you are aware from -a previous memorandum, we do have an emer- gency telephone network in place for times whcn students must leave the school before their regular dis- missal time. A special thanks goes to those parents who have volunteered their time 'in the event that the use of this service becomes necessary. Parents who require information - early in the morning regarding transportation changes due to bad weather should listen for news on the London radio stations. _In most instances, the Board transportation supervisor contacts the local stations by 7 a.m. so that parents can be fully informed about possible bus problems and school closures. ON AN AUSTRALIAN VENTURE - Jonathan Jenkinson of the Lucan Venturers leaves this week for a two-week World Scout Jamboree in Aus- tralia. Above, he is being congratulated by Lucan Venture leaders Dave Barr and Jeff Roestenberg. On Australian venture A member of the Lucan Ventur- ers, 16 year-old Jonathan Jenkinson is off this wcck on a trip -of -a - lifetime. Jonathan will be one of 15,000 scouting members from around the world attending a World Jambore from DcccmLer 29 to January 8 in Sydney, Australia. He has been an energetic Scouter, has received the Chief Scout award; the bronze Duke of Edinburgh award and is eyeing the Edinburgh gold medal which is the ultimate in scouting' awards.Venturc advisor Dave Barr added, " In regard to get- ting the gold medal, Jonathan will make it. He is a hard and diligent worker." In return Jenkinson complimented his leaders saying, 1t helps a lot to have good leaders when they make you do things right." corded here if Joseph had hardened his heart and had not listened. The story goes on - the child would be a boy, a name was given, even the place of the birth arranged - all before He was even conceived by the Holy Ghost. The eternal ques- tion which faces all true believers today. Is the story believable - how could this happen? .A fable of course. The Bible is the true record of God's Word, absolutely correct, He has never made a mistake. Rev. Shaule, in this interesting account, showed how sin came into being, as far back as the Garden of Eden and has increased in velocity over the centuries until today we are faced with worse sins than those re- corded in the book of Romans by Paul, long ago. Mrs. Robertson's story for the children was about camels. The three chosen to bear the Wise Men to find the Christ Child. The sup- posed discussion about which ones to choose. There were two which were practiced and proven satisfacto- ry, while a third needed work to bring him up to standard. You see he was clumsy and was so nick- named Clumsy Clem, easier to write than say. How sad. In any event, Clumsy Clem did get to go, at a cheaper rate, of course, and when he saw the baby, why, even as he looked he felt himself beginning to change, his dreams were realized. He was as good or better now; than the others. The moral - we may not be perfect yet but when Jesus finishes with us, we will be. From Revival Centre Sunday morning Pieter Schinkle- shock led the worship service. He read Isaiah 42:10-13. Rev. Roger Mason spoke from Luke 1:14-17, the prophetic announcement from the angel to Zechariah of ,the birth of John the Baptist. From his birth, John's life was turned over to God. As a Christian, is your life turned over toGod? On becoming a Chris- tian, a believer into relinquish con- trol of his life to Jesus. A life that is turned over to God is great in the sight of the Lord. This is not necessarily great in the sight of men, as-God-'s.standards-arm so radically different from ours. John was a man great in God's sight. Many of the common Jews streamed into the wilderness to hear John. John was honcst, outspoken, and harsh in his preaching, as a great man of God. His motives pleased God. John lived a lift turned over to God with strong convictions. He was raised never to drink wine or strong drink, the mark of a Nazarite, a man set apart for God. His parents were instructed to raise him in the ways of the Lord. Parents have to live what they say to transmit their conviction to their children for them to live for the Lord. Communion was served after the message. Sunday, evening Rev. Roger Ma- son opened the, service leading in chorus singing. Rev. Mason intro- duced the Phillips Family from Cambridge. Norman Phillips first taught Sing unto ,the Lord a New Song. Phillips plays • the trombone, while daughter Sharon Sullivan plays the saxophone. Son-in-law Bobby Sullivan plays the guitar, daughter - atliyVandenBerg plays the banjo. Mrs. Joy Phillips plays the elec- tric piano, with son-in-law Lloyd VandenBerg oversees the sound sys- tem. They played' instrumentals Victory in Jesus, and We Shall see the King. They sang a true to life song -I've -Never-seen-a -Rainbow-un- til after the Rain. Phillips, using the overhead, dis- cussed aspects of prayer from Mat- thew 6:9-13 when Jesus taught the disciples how to pray. First is to open prayer time in worshipping God. Then seek the priorities of God's will in your life. Third pray for God to provide for your daily needs. Fourth is forgiveness which is to pray about relationships with others. Upcoming events: Dcccmbcr 22, Tuesday 7:00 p.m., the Jesus Film part two, All wel- come. December 29 - Sunday both ser- vices - Mr. Pieter Schinkleshock .will be ministering in both servic- es. December 31 - Watch Night Ser- vice, and a Pot Blessing. ME WIEL1EL LB ON -Hot, nutritious 3 course dinners delivered twee a week at noon (Tuesdays and Thursdays) in Lu - can dnd Granton by friendly visitors for only $3.5Operciay. If you are a senior who lives alone, just home from hospital, handicapped, or sick and would like this service, please•call: - Andrea (Lucan)- - 227-4834 Lloyd ,(Granton) - 225-2568 Why not give the gift of meals on wheels to your parents, aunts, uncles, grandparents? , This thoughtful gift lasts all year (or part there -of if desired). 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