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Home My WebLink AboutThe Goderich Signal-Star, 1986-05-14, Page 13PAGE 12 —GODERICH SIGNAL -STAR, WEDNESDAY, MAY 14, 1986 Education el a Excellence in Education Awards were p'iesented to two local citizens, two teachers at Goderich Collegiate Institute and five GDCI students when the first awards banquet for the Huron County Board of Education was held in Hulmesville April 30. Mel and Dorothy Bogie received their Dor Y certificates for their contribution to educa- tion through the Music Boosters which raises money for music programs at local schools. GDCI teachers Bill Wark and Ray Donnelly received recognition fur their leadership as the mainstay of the Jazz Choir's pizza campaign and dedication as wrestling and football coach, respectively. Mel and Dorothy Bogie of Goderich received an excellence in education certificate for their involvement in the Music Boosters, a local organization which raises money to support school music programs. The award is presented by the Huron County board of duianion and District 45 of the •Secondary School Teachers Federation.(photo by Paul Young people play major role Talented, area young people showed up for auditions held in London and Grand Bend in mid-March, and because of special considera- tion by the Actors' Equity Union, the Playhouse will be able to offer many of these interested "stars to be" a place in the 15th An- niversary Season. A chance to be a part of the professional companies of CAROUSEL and ANNIE, will not only be a treat for these up and coming actors, but will als7 be a special treat for the audience. . In addition to those who have already audi- tioned; the Playhouse would be delighted if area high-school students, able to carry a tune, and able to attend every performance (June 24 to July 12) would join the cast of CAROUSEL by singing onstage during the last scene – `high-school graduation". Those interested should contact the Huron Country Playhouse (238-8387)• as soon as possible. gie receive ed Five students received the honour, Dave Ain -Iasi, Melody Falconer, Julie Meyers, Shawn Rahbek and Christine Stapleton. The awards were providedjointly by the Huron County board of education and District sof the Ontario Secondary School Teachers Federation. The first three goals of the program in- clude reinforcing the pride amd self- esteem of Huron teachers in thein own skills, profession and what they offer students; to build an understanding and appreciation of the excell ce of Huron schools and narrow the gjfk between the public's misconception and the realitites of the excellence of the public secondary system. • The final two are promotion of conununi- ty awareness of the scope and the role of public:. secondary education and the teacher in the school and community and to actively involve the community in the public secondary system.• Huron board of education chairman, Art Clarke, said his board was behind the pro - 'gram. He continued •"It',s a characteristic of Canadians not to honour excellence. We seem to revel in mediocrity. We hope af- fairs of this kind will raise the level of knowledge of the community about educa- tion and make people aware of what educators are doing." The following summaries outline the contribution each have made to achieve excellence in education. Mel and Dorothy Bogie are well known in the community for their work in the Lions Club, business groups, and curling bonspiels, but their great contribution to excellence in education comes through their involvement in Music Boosters. Through their efforts in ways and means, secretary -treasurer, chaperoning trips, fund raising - ba - they have ena groups in tuxed Ottawa, Michig Sudbury, and Robertson Me Dedicated peo cellence possibl cation -award e sales,bingo, car washes led G.D.C.I. to outfit its uniforms, go on trips to , Kingston, Windsor and •ovide instruments for orial Public School. e like this make ex - to attain. Bill Wark has •hown quiet leadership at G.D.C.I. for ove twenty years. Always the voice of reason, ill served as chairman of salary negotiati ns during the 70's and has been the Stude ts' Council advisor and financial repres ntative since 1965. Lately, he has turned hi enthusiasm to music and is the mainstay of the Jazz Choir's pizza campaign whir will culminate at Expo '86 in Vancouver. I e was for many years the chairman of th • Arthritis Society. In addi- tion to this, Bill • an excellent teacher who is' respected by staff, students, and com- munity and an onoir to our profession. Ray Donnelly • a dedicated teacher who is extremely •uccessful both in the classroom and in extra -curricular ac- tivities. Whethe he's coaching wrestling or football, his t am always goes the extra mile for him. Ri 's work in the Geography department wit the basic level is a suc- cessful challen . He teaches by example and instills "hart" and "hard work" in everyone with om he comes in contact. His great know dge of sports medicine in ' preventing athl tic injuries, has made him a.humanitariai who is well respected. In the community he organized Beavers and baseball, and everyone 'recognizes his voice. Dave Almasi is an involved senior stu- •dent. Besides ; aying in the town -band, brass quintet, c incert and stage bands, he is in the comb for Jazz Choir and Jazz Vox. He also onducts the Junior Stage Band. Add thi. to all-star basketball, star- ting football positions and track teams, and see how much he adds to our school. Melody Falconer is the driving force behind our fine yearbook. As editor and chief organizer, she arranges afid runs the individual picture days for recording all school teams and groups. Her superb organizational abilities and sense of humour have brought the yearbook in on time and within budget for the past two years, providing lasting memories for all at the school. Julie Meyers plays in every musical group in the school - spirit band, brass quinetet, concert band, junior stage band. She has been praised as one of the best high school trumpet players in Ontario. Julie also sings in Jazz Choir, is on the Stu- dent Council, conducts brass quintet, and organized Winter Weekend. Her bouncy enthusiasm is infectious and adds greatly to school spirit. Shawn Rahbek combines academie ex- cellence with sports, music and Student Council. He has achieved over eighty per- cent for the last five years as well as balan- cing junior hockey, football, track, concert band, stage band, jazz combo,, teaching guitar lessons, and being in a successful band. Shawn always strives for excellence and adds quality to our school. • Christine Stapleton is a big asset to our school. She •,is the starting centre for basketball, is on the volleyball and bad- minton teams, takes lead roles in drama productions, as well as playing lead tenor in the stage band, concert band, scat soloist in the jazz choir. Along with Julie, she organized Winter Weekend but her most demanding role this year is as Social Convener, Organizing dances, events, school involvement • and the formal. Christine's achievements show that ex- cellence comes with involvement and enthusiasm. Teachers receive awards Three GDCI teachers received Excellence in Education awards -presented Huron County board of education and,District 45 q ithe Secondary School Teachers`Feiferation at the first.aWardsf►anquhtifTeld 'recently in Holmesville. From the left are Shirley Weary, Bill4Wark and Ray Donnelly. (Exeter Times Advocate photo) Five GDCI students received c'cc11'ente 'itr,"tJ'diicW.1'. Clop certificates presented by ,the Huron County board of .education and Distric 45 of the Secondary School Teachers Federation a f an awards banquet THIS WEEKEND: 00111 MISS. ONE OF WESTERN ONTARIO'S BEST PARADES CLINTON'S 6th ANNUAL KLOMPEN FEEST PARADE THIS SaTURDAY, MAY 17 STARTING AT 12:45 P.M. 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