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HomeMy WebLinkAboutClinton News-Record, 1977-11-17, Page 21Local board trustee reports on seminar By Dorothy Williams, Board Trustee Declining enrolment and the gifted child are two topics under discussion at seminars 41k, this year. I recently attended a seminar in Toronto entitled The ,Gifted Child: An Investment For the Future, and I would like to share some of my learning with you. The main speaker was a Mr. D.E. Marjoram an in- spector from England, who has been working with this program for the past 15 years in London. He claims that the talents of our children are our most precious resource and must not be wasted. In all of the United Kingdom more and more schools are giving serious consideration to the needs of the gifted children. His talk was interspersed with tape recordings and "pictures on the overhead. One M tape was recording an in- terview between an authority on the topic of planets and a seven-year-old boy. The youngster certainly was well informed on the topic, judging from his language and answers. He had done several "papers" on the topic which were given great ac- claim - so much so, that he was invited many times to be an "after-dinner speaker" at various clubs in London. "Who are the Gifted and how are they identified?" asked Ruth Banks of the Toronto Separate School Board. This is a difficult question because what is the measurement and who has authority to do the measuring? Mrs. Banks has her own set of characteristics in identifying Gifted children. The are as follows: most read at an early age; they resist drill and repetition; they have a wide range, of in- terests; they require much less rest and sleep; they need t time to work alone; they are emotionally stable; they are original and creative; they can work independently; they like orders and consistency; they demonstrate leadership qualities. Yet," in spite of all of these qualities and the basic 'cores of knowledge, they must be taught ethics and morals. Dr. McCarthy from Nova Scotia, claims that "beefing up" the present system of education with extra enrichment for +� high achievers would be sufficient, but Toronto authorities claim that self- contained schools can not provide for the gifted. Due to.. their concentrated population, they provide Saturday morning classes, which meet needs for the gifted. This program takes place in local schools with in- structors recruited from industry, business, public and secondary school staffs. Another suggestion that came forth was that of segregation combined with intergration. Provision is now made for pupils to be . excused from class to attend speech classes, music classes, remedial reading classes, then why not use the same withdrawal program for the gifted? This method would enable him or her to be engaged in a, more challenging, enriching, learning experience wherever facilities were available. This involves a great a a great deal of co-operation and a mature look upon 1 education by the staff. A good starting place would be for each school to develop .as part of their library resource centre, an in- ventory or resource people, or institutions, who would be willing to participate in the education of the gifted. Many city schools have found -this method to work well, because it involves the community in the school and it makes use of community resources. It also allows the child to pursue his interests at a more challenging level, but he remains with his peers. Acceleration • was discounted, because it ac- tually takes one year out of a child's childhood by putting him ahead by one whole year. Enrichment was the key word of the whole seminar with the consensus of op!nion being integration with segregation but not acceleration. On Thursday, we visited schools where they had classes of what was called "high achievers". The pupils were chosen because of good work habits rather than a high I.Q. One little girl showed me her booklet in which she would write one word and two descriptive words eg. Dogs - dig deeply; Spiders - spin slowly. This was her grade three favourite sparetime work. The other school had what they called a PACE program. It was the same idea but P stood for program, A for academic, C for challenge, E for enrichment. These classrooms had a happy, relaxed feeling in spite of the different nationalities out of 24 pupils. They used these differences to advantage by learning and researching home lands of other class members. Even the languages were being ex- changed - each learning from the other, within the class. There were many op- portunities' for enrichment within the four walls of the classroom and it illustrated the theme of the seminar integration with their own age group, segregation from the average worker, but they were not being accelerated. Along with a lively Christmas mood in the town, the Clinton Business Association's new executive is hoping to have a spirited organization in the new year. The enthusiasm of the new executive: secretary, Helen Bartliff; chairman, Heather Ross and vice chairman, Clarence Denomme was seen when they hammed It up for the News -Record photographer last week. (News -Record photo) Hensall UCW elect new slate By Bertha MacGregor UCW elect officers Following a morning of quilting Tuesday the Chiselhurst UCW met with the president, Mrs. Harold Parker opening the meeting with a poem "A message for today." Mrs. Harold Parsons was in charge of the worship "China is no laughing matter." A Remembrance poem was followed by two minutes silence. The roll call was answered by members giving a Bible verse with "Peace" The year-end reports were given by all committees an'd a report, of the visiting Com- mittee. Mrs. Jack Brintnell extended an invitation to all to attend a congregational. supper on November 18th. Mrs. Clarence Coleman continued the study from the study book "Employment in China." Mrs. Dick Taylor who was Prepare vegetables care Ontario's harvest of fall vegetables is plentiful and of good quality. Root vegetables and the eole- crops, which include Brussels sprouts, broccoli, cabbage and cauliflower, offer hearty eating and are family favorites on chilly fall and winter days. Food specialists at the Ontario . Food Council, ministry of agriculture and food, have a few tips on the preparation of these delicious vegetables. The -first step before cooking the vegetables is to wash it carefully, then rinse or scr.ub it under cold running water, depending on the vegetable. Potatoes and carrots are best scrubbed with a brush to remove any dirt sticking to the skin. A leafy vegetable, such as spinach, is best rinsed two or three times in a large amount of water, using the fingers as a sieve. Cauliflower and broccoli are best 'cleaned by putting the heads, flowerets down, in a bowl of cold -salted water for about half an hour. This will release any sand or bugs SAVE $ $ ON HUNDREDS OF ITEMS FRIDAY NIGHT NOVEMBER 18TH DURING AINWA Y` IDNI D hot -t: in ear E S IN EXETER 9 P.M. - 12 MIDNIGHT Watch next week's TA for details. which may have lodged there. Clean beets carefully, rubbing them gently -with the fingers, under cold running water. Using a brush can damage the skin, causing the color pigment to ooze out into the cooking water, resulting in very dull -colored cooked beets. Cook all vegetables as quickly as possible, starting them in boiling water and cook just until tender -crisp. in charge of the program gave several poems on "Remembrance." The president, Mrs. Parker closed the meeting with prayer and lunch was served by Mrs. Ed Dick and Mrs. Rosa Harris. The following is the new slate of officers for 1978-79: past president, Mrs. Harold Parker; president Mrs. Jack Brintnell; first vice-president Mrs. Rosa Harris; second vice-president,_ Mrs. Thos.' Brintnell; treasurer, Mrs. Alvin Cole; assistant, Mrs. Freda Boa; secretary, Mrs. Ross Riley; assistant, Mrs. Dick Taylor; Christian citizenship committee, Mrs. Clarence Coleman; Christian stewardship, Mrs. Harold Parker; community frien- dship, Mrs. Earl Kinsman and Mrs. Harold Parsons ; committee conveners finance, Mrs. Alvin Cole; literature, Mrs. Vera Brin- tnell; social Mrs. Gerald Glenn; membership, Mrs. Vera Brintnell; supply, Mrs. Rosa Harris; auditor, Mrs. Gerald Glenn; cards, Mary Kinsman; Quilting, Mrs. Clarence `A Coleman; decorating, Mrs. Earl Kin- sman; , program, Mrs. Ross Riley; nominating, Mrs. Freda Boa; cummunion, Mrs. Ben Stoneman; pianist, Mrs. Alf Ross. Cover roses now for winter protection The need for protecting roses during the winter varies a great deal in Ontario, says Burke McNeill, Ontario ministry of agriculture and food horticulturist. "In the southwest, roses will winter with very little protection, but in the colder parts of the" province protection is a must for survival," The most common method of protection is to draw dry soil around. the base of the plants to a height of six or eight inches. After the soil is frozen Mr. McNeill recommends ap- plying a light layer of straw. Evergreen boughs placed on top of the straw will help to hold the straw and trap the snow in winter and spring. To protects climbing roses, Mr. McNeill suggests tying the canes together. Lay them on the ground and cover them with soil. "While many roses will winter without a great deal of protection those with a covering will come through the winter in better shape. This will result in strong spring growth and in turn larger blooms in the sum- mer." TICKLE -ROLL ON JOHNSON 8 JOHNSON ABSORBENT CLINTONNEWS-RECORD, THURSDAY, NOVEMBER 17, 1977—PAGE 3A ake Huron rec. meets Discussions on respon- sibility in recreation sparked evaluation and concern among the 85 deicgates at the annual conference of the Lake Huron Zone of the Ontario' Municipal Recreation Association held recently in Port Elgin at the Saugeen Secondary School. The conference chaired by President Jack Bird of Owen Sound showed an increase in attendance and brought delegates from councils and recreation committees in Grey, Bruce, Perth, Huron and northern Wellington counties. Provincial member of parliament, Murray Gaunt brought greetings from the Ontario government and Reeve Ian Jamieson welcomed the delegates on behalf of Port Elgin. The keynote address presented by Bud Bitton, consultant with the Ministry of Culture and Recreation discussed the responsibility of the federal, provincial and local governments in providing recreational op- portunities for its citizens and decried the fact that many people do not take their responsibility seriously.. A panel moderated by John Smith of Milverton, including Keith Angel from Derby Township, Annie-Dinniwell of Harriston, Ian Jamieson of Port Elgin and J. P. John- stone of Tobermory stressed the need for knowledge, constant review of policies, less confusion in the grant systems and careful plan- ning. The afternoon program featured four participation workshops covering these topics: upgrading leader- ship; comparative rates for facilities; teen programs and Wintario. Resource people for the workshops included Consultant Al Sinclair, Goderich Recreation Director Mike Dymond, Listowel Recreation Director Don Town, Kincardine Recreation Director Keith Davidson, Wiarton Director Bryan Peter, Port Elgin Director Clair Fowler, Audrey Woods, student at Fanshawe College, Projects officer Joan Peach and Toronto Ministry of Culture and Recreation Marna Snitman and John Ryerson. Special displays on minor lacrosse, L.H.Z.R.A. and the Ministry of Culture ' and Recreation were enjoyed. A resolution from the floor asking for a one day teen conference in the spring was endorsed by the delegates. Pat Artkin, ' executive secretary of O.M.R.A. reminded the Zone that it was one of nineteen Zones and with its cluster group activity a well -organized and ef- fective one. Christmas mailing dates given by p o. Greeting cards for distant Canadian points and the United States should be mailed no later than December 13 and the deadline for in -town is December 17 if they are to reach their destination in time for Christmas. Managing Post Master of Clinton, Ken Dobney also noted that the price for a sealed Christmas greeting is 10 cents for Canada and the United States. The deadlines for overseas letters and sealed Christmas cards are: Great Britain, North Ireland and the Republic of Ireland, December. 13; Europe,' December 8; Argentina and Paraguay, December 8; Haiti and the Netherland Antilles, December 2; Cuba, December 2; the rest of Central and South America and the West Indies, December 8, Africa, December 8; Asia, December 8; Oceania, including Australia and New Zealand, December 8. Mail for Canadian Forces overseas should be sent to Great Britain by December 13, Cyprus by December 8, the rest of Europe by December 8 and to the Middle East by December 8. 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