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HomeMy WebLinkAboutClinton News-Record, 1985-09-11, Page 3ws and features Ron Jewitt Larry Black School year brings two new area principals For students, the first week of school is a time to adjust to the rigors of a new grade. But, chances are, it's also a time to get ac- customed to a new principal or a new teacher doling out the lessons. . This year is; no exception with a number of new principals and teachers taking up posi- tions in various schools .in the area. Both ,' Hullett Central School and Vanastra Public School welcome new principals this year to keep the schools running smoothly. Ron Jewitt, a .Clinton resident , has assumed the principal's duties at Hullett Central School in Londesboro. A teacher of 24 years' experience, he was the former principal at Colborne Central School for the past six years. "It's been a fairly comfortable couple of days. I've had lots of help from the ex- perienced staff and the thoughtful students," said Mr. Jewitt of his first week at the school. . His first teaching assignment was in a one -room schoolhouse in Dungannon, before • teaching at Clinton Public School for seven years and serving as the vice-principal for the last .four years. He was also principal of the Zurich Public School for seven years. He says the enrolment this year is a slight decrease from last year with 253 pupils at- tending the school this year. There is one ad- dition to the teaching staff with Joanne Lal- ly, a special education teacher, as 'the lone newcomer. Vanastra Public School's new principal is Larry Black. He took over from John Ross who is, now the principal at Colborne Central, School. Mr. Black has been a teacher for 23 years, starting at a a one -room school at SS 8 Alma, near Monkton. From there, ' he taught Grades 4 to 8 atthe.Precious Blood Separate School . in Exeter for four years and at Usborne Central. School near Exeter for seven years. Before moving to his present position, he was a Grade 7-8 teacher and vice-principal at Exeter Public School for 10 years. ' • "I've found the community to be very sup- portive with a number of parents stopping in to see me, in the first couple of days. The staff here are hard workers and do their best for the community," said Mr. Black; an Exeter resident. The school's one new teacher this year is Joan Shapton who teaches Grades 1 and 2. Central Huron Secondary School (CHSS) has a number of teachers returning to the school this year. Carl Ziebarth is back • at CHSS this year after teaching at the Goderich District Collegiate Institute last year. He will be teaching Grade 9, 10 and 11, math and science. French and Latin teacher Mrs. Leeper, and Guidance and physical education teacher Mr. Weber have returned to CHSS after a year's leave of absence. Miss Senn, the family studies teacher, has• resumed teaching at the school after, a four year leave of absence. Clinton Public School's newest member of the teaching staff is Gayle Beuermann, the special, learning needs teacher..,. She previouslytaught at the Luther College High School in Regina for two years. • The Clinton and District Christian School has a new fulltime and a part-time teacher starting this year. Trix Bradley is the part- time remedial teacher while Sonja Vannet- ten is the new kindergarten teacher, : Holmesville Public School has three new. teachers this year. Linda Steenstra, after a year's leave of absence, is back to teach Grade 3. Paul Dyck is the Grade 7 teacher and also teaches the physical. education classes. He previously taught at Robertson Public School in Goderich: Bruce Cookson is the new vocal and instumental music teacher and is also handling Grade 3 teaching responsibilities. The one new teacher at Huron Centennial School near Brucefield is Crystal Jewitt, the Grade 1 teacher. The school also welcomes Grant Townsend from Goderich who is their - new custodian. St. Joseph's Separate School welcomes new music teacher Mary Ann Kogan and special,educatien teacher Maureen Sabin to the school this year. • John Kerr is Blyth Public School's new Grade 6 teacher. He will also look after the schoel's special education needs on a part time basis. Personnel director named to Huron Education Board Sarnia native Gino Giannandreathas been named personnel relations administrator for the Huron County board of education. He. wilt be starting Oct. 15 Giannandrea attended elementary. and secondary schools in Sarnia. He is a graduate of the University of Windsor in Economics and. Mathematics. He received his Bachelor of Education degree at Queen's University in Kingston and is currently completing a Master's degree in educa- tional administration. He comes to Huron County from the Carleton board of education where he is employed as administrative head and also serves as staffine resource officer. Gian- CI 'NTQN iN p 71 S-mCO1 W ✓!EDt7,ti p.Ay, NQS' "r.MBFR 11,1905 -Pa e3 -Day is quickly approaching The A -Day or Atlas Day is drawing nigh. After three years and some controversy, the Huron County historical atlas will be released on Wednesday, October 23, Goderich Township Reeve Grant Stirling announced at the September session of county council. A "coming out" event is in the process of being organized for that day, when the atlas arrives'''from the printing company in St. Catherines. Although no confirmations nave been received, Premier David Peter- son, Minister of Health Murray Elston and Minister of Agriculture Jack Riddell will be invited as will Huron -Bruce MP Murray Cardiff: When undertaken by Huron County Coun- cil in late 1983, the atlas contemplated was similar in size and style to the original Beldon Atlas of 1879 and a subsequent Perth atlas published in 1982. However, Reeve Stirling said increasing public interest and participation have resulted in a much larger book consisting of 350 pages. Atlas Co-ordinator Bev Brown cautioned that people arriving to pick up atlases shouldlrote that the books are heavy. Editor A.Y. McLean said each book weighs 7.5 pounds. Special arrangements have been made to assist patrons and those who have purchas- • ed pre -publication copies of the atlas to pick up their copies on presentation of their cer- tificate and receipt. A temporary office in a Laidlaw transport van will be located next to the north entrance to the Court House in nandrea has extensive experience in the field of employee relations. As personnel relations • administrator, Giannandrea's chief areas of respon- sibilities will be negotiating with the major unions, including the teachers' federations, as well as recommending appropriate. remuneration for non-union employees. His responsibilities will also include allocation of staff to the schools. His starting salary is about the same as a. secondary school principal's or about $63,000. - Giannandrea • replaces Peter Gryseels who started employment with the London board of education on Aug. 1. Ralston - Purina Canada Inc. would like to congratulate DURST FARM CENTRE on their recent business expansion. We are proud to be associated with Durst Farm Centre. The added delivery truck now available is just another step taken to provide better service to the surrounding community. Goderich. It was noted that Laidlaw donated the use of the transport van. Brown said copies of the atlas will be available for distribution from the Court House location commencing at 10 a.m. Wednesday, October 23, continuing daily Monday to Friday from 9 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. for two weeks until November 6. After those dates, copies of the atlas may be picked up from inside the Court House or by delivery after paying $6 per copy to cover Shipping- and handling. Brown also noted that pictures which have been on loan for use lathe atlas may be pick- ed up at the temporary office. Reeve Stirling pointed out that the present pre-publiction price of $45 for the pre- publication certificate would continue to be in effect until October 22, the day before the atlases actually arrive in Goderich. Ap- West Wawanosh Mutual Insurance Company Dungannon, Ont. `NOM 1R0 FARM AGENTS: 529-7961 RESIDENTIAL AUTO Frank Foron Lyons 6 Mulbern Donald MacKay Kenneth9. MacLean John Nixon Donald R. Simpson Delmar Sproul R.R. 2, Lucknow 46 West St., Goderich , R.R. 3, Ripley R.R. 2, Paisley R.R. 5, Brussels R.R'. 3, Goderich R,R. 3, Auburn 528-3824 524.2664 395-5362 368.7537 887.9417 529-7567 529.7273 FOR A QUOTATION ON YOUR FARM, HOME, COTTAGE OR AUTOMOBILE INSURANCE CONTACT THE AGENT IN YOUR AREA DIRECTORS: Eldon Bradley Lucknow 52e 2214 John Bryce R.R. 3, Paisley 353-5631 Glen Coulton R.R•. 5, Brussels 887.6124 Gerald Kerr P.O.11._9z 62, Blyth 5239275 Gordon A. Stewart R.R,111J,, 2,171pley 395-5235 Donald McKenzie 163EIgin A4i'e. , .. west, Goderich . 524.7602 CLAIMS SHOULD BE REPORTED PROMPTLY TO THE DIRECTOR IN YOUR AREA plications for this special price should be forwarded to the atlas office. The post- • publication price of $59.50 will become effec- tive with the publication and release of the atlas'on October 23. Following publication, copies of the atlas will also be available at a number of retail outlets in the county, Reeve Stirling said. Containing nearly one million words and 1,000 pictures, the atlas includes 16 township maps showing property owners,' nearly 50 maps of towns, villages and hamlets, and lists of small lot owners. ( under 40 acres). In addition, the stories of some 600 families, organizations, churches and businesses, as well as 26 Huron municipalities, are featured in the atlas. "It will be a bench mark," said Brown about the atlas. Society supports telethon CLINTON - The monthly meeting of the Huronia Branch of the Humane Society was held September 4 at. the Ontario Ministry of Agriculture and Food Offices, Clinton. Members studied a letter from the presi- dent of the Southwest Regional Branch of the Society regarding a North American Telethon to help raise funds for an inspector in the area, and to educate the people on the necessity of the Humane Society. Huronia members agreed t tat a letter should Ue sent in support of the telethon plans and the branch's willingness to assist. Huronia branch members are selling 1986 calendars and already sales have been good. Plans were discussed to hold a Tag Day in the near future. It is hoped that young peo- ple from various organizations in the area will help with the event, as well as share in the profits. A meeting will. be held at Catherine McKnight's home, Clinton on - September 18 to make more definite plans, SEETHE TORONTO HOCKEY CLUB SATURDAY, OCTOBER 5 AT 7:00 P.M. 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