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HomeMy WebLinkAboutThe Huron Expositor, 1989-03-01, Page 6*SA — THE HURON EXPOSITOR, MARCH 1, 1989 Queen's &tie Seaforth FRIDAY LUNCH BUFFET Featuring: English Style Fish & Chips Plus Other Delicious Choices. Including: Bottomless Coffee or Tea and a Fresh Muffin. $ 5 0 0Stadelbauer-Sampo Including s Tax iiLl WORLD DAY] tj OF PRAYER 0 FRIDAY, MARCH 3 (I 0 2:00 P.M. 410,RTHSIDE UNITEDa CHURCH Theme: "Lord Teach Us To Pray" Guest Speaker: Rev, Cheryl -Ann Everyone Welcome HOLIDAY HAPPENINGS MARCH RRgAK PROGRAM ' sy.................. The ''Seafarth;Recreation`. irtmeflt ..,.........................,.........,. IThitchert 10 Grades 410 '8 .,.... .........., Seaforth &;Distrl t Communityt'a.Centr!es 1. ..b, Monday, March 13 to Frtdayt, March 17, 798$ a.......... 9:00 a.m. to 4.00 pm. (Lunch wnfill tae :etalperoelsed) Wit, ...e '025.00'for he lull;< k or 85.00 per: day . •AIL vibes Include....Sports, tleMea, -Arts, s,•Skating Bearerailig VS0W1InaAfetit rtudkmorte. ' o ister _...... .A.. 5 Arr the'foyer'below ttrld return to the'Seafo!r!t Recreelne .before flliar`'l t, "10.'1 -. • Return Lower Half to the Recreation Office REGISTRATION FORM Name Address Township Telephone O.H.I.P. # Date Signature of .Parent or Guardia , Pp1 S -H AUSABLE • SAYERELD --— CONSERVATION AUTHORITY OVATION AU4H''''' . P TOPICS BLIC INFORMATION DAY ARCH 8 1:00 P.M. to 4:15 P.M. SOUTH HURON RECREATION CENTRE EXETER OF INTEREST: A.B.C.A. Mandate A.B.C.A. and Municipal Responsibilities in Flood Emergencies Fill, Construction and Alteration to Waterways Regulation Lakeshore Management Conservation Services FREE ADMISSION WORKING WITH YOU IN CONSERVATION Huron teachers hear ideas about whole language The concept of teaching elementary school children language in separate blocks such as grammar, spelling, phonics, writing, etc. is a thing of the past. Gone are the days when students will spend a half .lour at a specified time, studying a list of specified words for a spelling class. Instead that spelling class will be a part of virtually all other classes. At a professional development day held at Seaforth Public School on Friday teachers from the east region of Huron County learn- ed some new ideas about whole language. "What we're aiming to do is get children to use language in a more holistic way," said Professor David Townsend, a lecturer from England who was one of the key speakers at the P.D. day. "And we're not advocating this because it's trendy, or because it will be easier for the children, or because we're soft liberals. Research shows we should move away from a fragmented teaching style, and that a fragmented way of teaching doesn't deliver the goods." Prof. Townsend is a lecturer from the University of Kent, England, and advisor in reading to Kent County teachers. He has presented a number of workshops in Ontario during the past two years, and has run a summer school program for elementary teachers at the University of Maine. Dr. Jean Hewitt was the other speaker. Dr. Hewitt is a principal with the London Board of Education, has conducted many workshops around the province, and has authored a number of curriculum related articles. Prof. Townsend and Dr. Hewitt were not in Seaforth to design a new language cur- riculum for Huron County schools. Most schools have already moved away Ym teaching the various componeritg._.of language in a separate, or fragmented, wa The speakers did, however, offer some new ideas to the teachers present, and reaffirm that they art on the right track in their cur- rent teaching modes. "It's a good rejuvenation exercise, and we're lucky to have an opportunity to tap in- to the -resources of these people," said Jean Turner, vice-principal of Huron 'Centennial School in Brucefield, who helped organize the PD Day. The P.D. day was attended by about 100 teachers, school board trustees, and parents from across the east region of Huron Coun- ty, which includes Seaforth, Walton, Blyth, Brussels, Vanastra, Hulled, and Brucefield. Parents who had voiced concerns with the lack of a formal spelling or grammar class in their child's school were specifically in- vited to attend. Teachers fust heard from Prof. Townsend and Dr. Hewitt about what they can do in their Language Arts classes, and throughout the curriculum, to move away from a fragmented mode of teaching language. Dr. Hewitt observed teaching whole HOW DOES THIS WORK AGAIN? IT'S EASY:. •Do you have papers, orders, documents, that have to be in Toronto, Vancouver, New York, Los Angeles, Paris, Rome, or Listowel today? Right nowt •Ever faced with deadlines? MEET THEM WITH FAX Instant Document Transmission The Huron Expositor has a FAX machine in our office that lets you contact any other FAX machine in the world ... instantly. The Expositor offers you the service of the FAX for $4.00 for the first printed IPA" x 11" sheet and $1.00 for each additional 81/2 " x 11" sheet for transmission to Canada or the continental U.S. For transmissions to machines outside that area, or for sheets larger than 82" x 11", call for details. Our FAX number is also your number so If you want to be reached instantly — we will receive your FAX message for $1.00 per 81/2" x 11" sheet. Huron i. xpos for o• r� 527-0240 Call us at 527-0240 for details. PROFESSIONAL D .VELOPMENT DAY - Dr. Jean Hewitt, a principal with the London Board of Education, w one of the speakers at the PD day held at SPS recently. Dr. Hewitt and a second spe er, Professor David Townsend of the University of Kent, England, enlightened their a ..'fence of about 100 teachers, school board trustees and parents about ideas in w?lple la quage. Corbett photo. language creates more work for teachers, that teachers have to be more prepared and have to be able to deal with each child's dif- ficulties individually. "It is much easier to stand at the front of the class and teach in the traditional way," she said. Dr. Hewitt also assured a whole language teaching style does not mean that individual difficulties are ignored, but rather "are dealt with very definitely in conferencing with an individual." Prof. Townsend said language standards will only increase if a whole language pro- gram is adopted. There is sometimes a value placed on teachers from the "old school," but he says we can't disregard cur- rent research and asks "would you go to a doctor from the old school?" "We've got to move away from some of the methods of the past and equip students to live in the next century," he says. Louise Keskinen, a resource teacher from SPS, was one of the people who benefitted from the PD day. She says the day was a good review of the concept of teaching whole language, and that it included some very concrete plans to promote whole language. Of Mr. Townsend she says: "He was able to give a view of the British system, how whole language developed over there, and some of did pitfalls." Mrs. Keskinen says she thinks the teachers who attended the day took something away with them, and that such instructional sessions are important for teachers. "I think they took away the optimism that they are on the right track, and that whole language is something that can be done," said Mrs. Keskinen, adding "We have to be taught ourselves before we can teach in the classroom. If a teacher doesn't have a good grasp of a topic it reflects in the classroom." Maplewood activities center around euchre At Maplewood Manor the activities at the beginning of this week centred around the dessert euchre'that was held on February 22. • ' On Monday and Tuesday afternoons residents helped in the kitchen preparing tasty desserts for the event on Wednesday. Those residents practising their culinary skills were Laura Toll, Gertie Taylor, May Habkirk, Ethel Coleman, Olive Traviss, Jennie Turnbull and Agnes Hunter. Thank you to Lynne Robinson, cook and Donna Miller, co-op student, for organizing the baking bee, Tuesday afternoon regular weekly euchre was held in the dining room. Mary Lupu] always looks after getting the cards and tables ready for euchre. Then the rest of the afternoon is spent enjoying the game. Wednesday morning Pastor Sadler of Bethel Bible Church, Egmondville con- ducted the ministerial service at Maplewood. Mr. and Mrs. Mervin Lobb and Mrs. McGonigle accompanied Pastor Sadler. Mrs. Lobb provided' the music for the hymns. Wednesday afternoon the dining room tables were colorfully set to serve desserts and tea to everyone who came for the dessert euchre. After everyone had enjoyed sampling various desserts the tables were cleared and 12 tables of euchre were organized. Thank you to Grace Broadfoot, Betty Hulley and Deb Dillon for helping with the first progressive euchre. The tinkling of the bell was heard all afternoon as partners switched places. At the end of the afternoon Jean Pinder won high lady, Bea Robinson won high man, Ethel Coleman won low lady, Lloyd Rowat won low man, Annie Malcolm won most lone hands, for ladies. Ann Douney won most lone hands for men and Jennie Turnbull won the door prize. A cheque of $146 will go to the Seaforth Com- munity Hospital Fund, thanks to the com- munity's support to make the afternoon a success. Wednesday evening the hopeful bingo players gathered in front of the T.V. for the weekly Lions .Bingo. Thank you to Anne Douney and Marj Maloney for helping with the bingo. Maybe next week there will be a big winner! Thursday morning Edith Dunlop came to Maplewood to provide entertainment for the music lovers. It is such a relaxing hour to. just listen to the old tubes. Most residents of course look forward to joining in for a sing along. Also Thursday morning Matt and Nancy came to Maplewood to help residents. These two students are from Mrs. Hoelscher's Manor Grade 6-7 class at Seaforth Public School. At Christmas, each student in this class made a unique gift for a particular resident. Now when the students come to Maplewood they- always heyalways have a catch up visit with their special resident. Friday afternoon volunteer Ruth Bock called the numbers for the weekly bingo., The lucky winners this week were Anna Agar, Ethel Coleman, Ed Johns, Evelyn Willis and Elsie Shaddick. Welcome back to Edgar Allan who return- ed to Maplewood after a stay in Seaforth Community Hospital. Edgar has a favorite chair at Maplewood and it is nice to see him back in it. residents form band ANOTHER YEAR Count not your age by the years you live But by the happiness you give, The friends you make, The good you do, The confidence that's placed in you, The little things that day by day Bring cheer to others on life's way And count this year, one more mile Upon the road of things worthwhile. - author unknown Both residents having birthdays in February celebrated them this past week. Inez Spittal celebrated hers on February 20 and Maxine Elliot celebrated hers on February 25. The February birthday party also took place on Saturday with the residents providing their own entertain- ment. Residents chose their favorite old tyme selections and accompanied themselves with rhythm band instruments. They are finding they are getting better each time they play together. The kitchen staff made a lovely cake for the occasion. It was served by Ivy Broadfoot, Trudy Mac- Donald and Betty Huisser. Over the past week Fun and Fitness has given residents the chance for physical ex- ercise whereas trivia, word games and quizzes have given the opportunity for a mental aerobic workout. Baby - Secret of the Lost Legend was the movie shown this past week and thoroughly enjoyed by the residents reviewing it. Residents were sorry to cancel an evening with the Seaforth Brownies this past week due to illness. Residents are hoping though that the Brownies will plan to come again sometime soon! Kathryn Waltham and Cassie Nicholson were welcomed back from Seaforth Hospital this past weekend! Get well wishes continue to be extended to George Fox, who is still a patient at Seaforth Hospital. Queensway residents enjoy Harmony Kings quartet Queensway residents enjoyed tea in the sunroom while listening to a tape of the Hen- sall United church service on Monday. They appreciate having these tapes provided for them. In the afternoon the Kippen UCW played Bingo with the residents. Reverend Van Essen led the worship ser- vice Tuesday afternoon with Joyce Pepper as pianist. Wednesday drawing club met and everyone produced pictures pertaining to Easter. "Shane" was the featured movie, Thurs- day afternoon for those residents not travel- ing to Bluewater Rest Home for the Euchre and Crokinole party. Thank you Elva For- rest, Eileen Rennie and Helen Anderson for being volunteer drivers on this outing Residents had a good time playing games with Bluewater residents and doing lots of visiting. Afterwards they enjoyed a delicious snack. The Harmony Kings Quartet entertained in the evening at the monthly birthday party.Residents wished them luck in their competition in Seaforth. Birthday greetings td Mabel Chowen, Olive Heal, Harold Penhale, Esther Barry and Christina Taylor. Thank you to Marj Steckle of the Zurich Mennonite Church for pro- viding the birthday cake and the ladies aux- iliary members for a to;serve. Resident Council metft7 ,.y,-.plorrljngand *the afternoon Agricditute faith viewted a film entitled "selling out" regarding foreign QUEENSWAY ownership of land. It was an interesting, thought provoking film. Residents discussed the difference between absentee owners and foreign ownership, also family farms and for some of us how many years our farms had been in the family. An interesting afternoon. Coming Events at Queensway are: March 10 at 6:30, International Day, a presentation by Rosemary Scott on Poland. March 17 at 7 p.m. St. Patrick's Dance with George Mathonia, Ivan Norris and friends. CRIME STOPPERS Phone 1-800-265-1777 Crime Stoppers and the Ontario Provin- cial Police are seeking your assistance to help solve this break, enter, and theft. Sometime over the weekend of February 18 and 20 thieves broke into the Nabours Store in Goderich. Once inside the culprits began loading up gym -bags. The bags are described as "LYNX" and are blue with grey trim. It appears the thieves got away with two or three litres of Diet Pepsi, "Q & Q" and "SASSON" watches, propane lighters, bat- teries, Easter Eggs and some change. The stolen property amounted to over $600. If you have information about this or any other crime call CRIME STOPPERS OF HURON COUNTY TOLL FREE AT 1-80D•265.1777. You will never have to iden- tify yourself nor will you ever have to testify in court. When an arrest is made you will get a CASH reward of between $50 to $1000. CALL NOW AND EARN" I I I "