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HomeMy WebLinkAboutClinton News-Record, 1986-04-23, Page 9• The Clinton Legion has made it possible for the Clinton Fire Department to rescue and serve area residents more efficiently. With the donation of $1,000, the department pur- chased air bags and an hydraulic jack with accessories. The ail' bags enable the firemen to raise objects off victims who are trapped under an object which a jack cannot fit under. Presenting the cheque are Noel Flagg, second vice-president (left), and Gord Tait, president. Accepting the cheque are Clayton Groves, Craig Cox and fire chief Fred Lobb. (Anne Narejko photo) CLINTON NEWS -RECORD, WEDNESDAY, APRIL .23,11386 -T -Page 9 More resources needed in school Usborne native Joan Westicott, executive director of the Federated Women Teachers Association of Ontario, called for action to press the provincial government for more resources for Ontario schools while address- ing 170 female employees (trustees, teachers, teachers' aides, secretaries and custodians) of the Huron County board of education. Westeott was guest speaker at a dinner in the Stanley Complex sponsored by the FWTAO and organized by the Huron County Women Teachers Association to mark the second anniversary of the addition of sec- tion 15 to the Charter of Rights, guarantee- ing equality of protection, rights and benefits under the law to every individual regardless of sex. After acknowledging women's long strug- gle to be recognized as persons, Westcott turned to her current concern, the present state of projected future of education as detailed in a brief entitled The Clouded Crystal, which was prepared by the 105,000 -member Ontario Teachers Federa- tion and presented to the Peterson cabinet in January. The brief's arguments are built around the premise that the one constant in educa- tion from now until the year 2000 will be rapidly accelerating change. Both govern- ment and educators need to realize the ef- fect of current trends, and learn to be prepared beforehand, rather than reacting afterwards, Westcott said, The Clouded Crystal outlines some of the increased pressure on the educational system of Ontario. Growing drug and alcohol addiction, young suicides, loss of deep personal relationships as families break up or change, the effect of easily ob- tainable pornograpby on unformed minds, a multicultural society with a consequently thinner base of shared expectations, al- titudes.. customs, social habits and goals, technological advances, and demographic trends to a lower birth rate, an older popula- tion and an aging teaching profession with less opportunity for new challenges all directly affect Ontario schools according to the brief. A study by a Guelph professor proved that external factors such as the level of com- munity unemployment or family conflicts resulted in negative attitudes and decreased interesting learning among students. Demands for increased schooling and more credentials, French education for any Franco -Ontario pupil whose parents request it, return to the classroom of many adults, declining enrolment and other educational trends are putting more pressure on teachers, Westcott observed. Westcott, stressed the importance of values education, and the need to integrate this subject into the entire curriculum. There has to be a balance between "creatives" and the traditional basic sub- jects, she said. Children must also be taught to problem -solve and develop the ability to think critically. Research shows young women are still choosing traditional careers, Westcott pointed out, and she put part of the blame on stereotyping by women teachers, noting "we do it without thinking, because we were socialized the same way". Westcott was interrupted by loud apw plause when she quoted government figures saying it costs $900 less to educate each elementary student and added "we say more money for smaller classes'. Summarizing the need for more money for textbooks, teachers and other learning resources to cope with the growing respon- sibilities of the school system, Westcott con- cluded by saying "No .longer can we sit back and hope that some day the government of Ontario will wake up to the fact that to build a firm foundation for every child we need more resources ... and we can't do it without the support of the provincial government. It's 1986. We need to act this year. I hope you are going to be with us." Goderich hosts Spring Rally THE BEST MEAT TO EAT Farb 6.L. LAUNDRY.DTE,F GE 1126 The llth Spring Rally of Zone 8 of the United Senior Citizens of Ontario was hosted by the Golden Gate Club of Goderich at MacKay Centre on Apr. 16 with 156 register- ing. There are 16 clubs in Zone 8 which takes in most of Huron County. Past President Percy Blundell was chair- man for the occasion owing to the absence of President Irene Davis. After opening exer- cises, devotions were conducted by Rev. • A.C. Young. Goderich Mayor, Eileen Palmer, extended a welcome to all visiting clubs. Reports of Zone 8 were given by Secretary Mildred Thomson and Treasurer John Deeves. Reports of the 16 clubs were given by the secretaries. , The slate of new Zone officers for 1986 and '87 was elected by nominations from the floor. In recognition of her dedicated work on behalf of Seniors, Irene 'Davis was nominated as a candidate for an Ontario Senior Citizens award. The ladies of the Golden Gate Club served lunch. The afternoon program commenced with a sing -song with Adelaide Feagan at the piano. Nola Love introduced the guest speaker, Erich Freiter, a native of Poland but a resi- dent of Canada for several years. He told of conditions in Poland as he found them on a recent visit there and compared them with life in Canada. He felt every Canadian citizen should ap- preciate the freedoms and opportunities here that are so often taken for granted. Jean Sinnamon, President of the Golden Gate Club, thanked Freiter for a most in- teresting and informative talk and presented.him with a gift. Hhrry Bakier, a"foi'rtter'President of Zone 8, presided at the installation of the new Zone Officers as follows: President, Elmer Hayter, 1st Vice Pres. Minlue Rumball, 2nd .Vise Pres. Donald Haines, Secretary, Keith Rowntree, Asst. Secty. Jean McEwen and • Treasurer John Deeves. Incoming Presi- - dent, Elmer Hayter, asked for the support of all Zone 8 members in carrying on the work of the organization. Musical selections by Gordon Harrison and Francis Schram were enjoyed by all present. Courtesy remarks were given by Mrs. Alex Hamilton of Grand Bend. 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