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The Citizen, 1991-04-17, Page 22PAGE 22. THE CITIZEN, WEDNESDAY, APRIL 17, 1991. SLOW MUSIC, FAST MUSIC by Sharon Baechler and Becky Morrison On Friday, April 12 the Clinton High School Band came to visit Blyth School. The band played slow music, fast music, soft music and loud music. The conductor also played in the band. He played the Bass drum. Some of the band members also sang as a choir. There are four families of instruments in a band. The band stood up and showed us each family. All of the students enjoyed the band and hope that they will return very soon. BETTER TO BE SAFE THAN SORRY by Kim Lee and Toni Richmond On Tuesday, April 9, Constable Marshall from the O.P.P. visited several classes at Blyth Public School. In grade six, he talked to the students about what to do if one of Helping hand Sharon Brown is a volunteer at Blyth Public School every morning. She helps a young student with her reading. Many volunteers help keep the school going. E. Wawanosh students visit sugar bush GRADE 1/2 Grade 1/2 is reading a book called “Charlie and the Chocolate Factory”. They are involved in a transportation unit The grade 1/2 has made some books on transpor­ tation. Jimmy Rea and Mandy Gibbard made suns to hang up. The grade 1/2 class spoke up and said their part on a Students Forum on Canada. GRADE 2/3 On Tuesday, March 26 the Grade 2/3 class made a trip to the Maple Key Sugar Bush. They learned how pioneers made syrup in their day. They enjoyed sampling the butter, candy and cookies made with maple syrup. GRADE 3/4 The Grade 3/4 students are enjoying their Knights and Castles Unit. They have four different centers to choose from : Artistry, Weaponry, Imaginings and King­ doms. The Grade 3/4 class had a successful afternoon of strategic Blyth Public School salutes volunteers them met a stranger and felt threatened. He stressed the in­ structions “No!”, “Go!” and “Tell!” He showed a film that also will help students make decisions in unusual circumstances. In other classes he discussed the importance of using seatbelts. PREPARING FOR NEXT SEPTEMBER On Tuesday, April 19, Kinder­ garten Registration was held at B.P.S. There was a grand total of 22 pre-kindergarten boys and girls who entered the gym and met their teacher Mrs. Mary Buffinga. Mrs. Stupe from the Huron County Health Unit checked their hearing, Mrs. Harmon checked their vision and Mrs. Kolkman, our secretary helped parents fill out a registra­ tion form. On every regular Kindergarten day from then on, four or five of the newly registered students will visit our school for a half day. They will join in the activities and see how much fun school can be. We’ll see them again in September. VOLUNTEERS ARE SPECIAL PEOPLE Next week (April 21-27) is National Volunteer Week. Here at B.P.S., we are fortunate to have many volunteers who perform a wide variety of tasks. games, they hope to have a Medieval Fair. KINDERGARTEN The Kindergarten class has a new teacher for the rest of the year. Mrs. Heibein will be filling in for Mrs. Wilson. Mrs. Wilson is taking a leave of absence. The Kindergar­ ten class is beginning a new unit on Spring. GRADE 8 Science Fair is over and there is a sign of relief in the Grade 8 room. All projects were well done. The winners were: first, Aaron Barnes, Greg Young; second. Andrew Cull, Colin Campbell; third. Rowan Kerr and an honourable mention to Darryl Marks. The Houseleague Floor Hockey is over. The cham­ pionship games are underway. Grade 8 has also taken part in group discussion based on guide questions from the Students’ For­ um. We sent our recommendations to Ottawa. Several mothers and a grand­ mother volunteer in the grade two room. Mothers and fathers provide transportation to and from extra­ curricular events and accompany classes on field trips. Early in the school year, two high school students. Karri McClinchey and Lisa Watson, each volunteered for 20 hours in the primary grades as a part of their Co-op Programme 60 USES OF THE CITIZEN FOR ONLY 60c 1. The Citizen provides reading enjoyment. 2. The Citizen helps provide financial information. 3. The Citizen makes a great cover for unused furniture. 4. The Citizen makes excellent wrapping paper for large gifts. 5. The Citizen makes great paper hats. 6. The Citizen can be used to wipe up messes. 7. The Citizen can be used to wrap garbage. 8. The Citizen offers opinions. 9. The Citizen helps you find upcoming events. 10. The Citizen lets you know who graduated. 11. The Citizen offers livestock reports. 12. The Citizen is a permanent Historical record. 13. The Citizen makes a great floor covering protector. 14. The Citizen informs you of Church events. 15. The Citizen helps you find a car. 16. The Citizen can be used to bed livestock. 17. The Citizen helps you shop for groceries. 18. The Citizen lets you greet your friends. 19. The Citizen helps you find a job. 20. The Citizen tells of upcoming Auction Sales. 21. The Citizen is great to clip out stories from. 23. The Citizen makes a great bird cage liner. 24. The Citizen helps you find a home. 25. The Citizen lets you write to the editor. 26. The Citizen provides club reports. 27. The Citizen is great for stuffing in cracks to block drafts. 28. The Citizen can be used to wash windows. 29. The Citizen can be used to make paper dolls. 30. The Citizen can be used for insulation. 31. The Citizen is great for paper training your pet. 32. The Citizen helps you find telephone numbers. 33. The Citizen tells you about Buck & Does. 34. The Citizen brings you council news. 35. The Citizen tells you who visited the area. 36. The Citizen makes great wrap for packing. 37. The Citizen makes excellent paper mache. 38. The Citizen tells you who died. 39. The Citizen has sports reports. 40. The Citizen is good for covering a window. 41. The Citizen lets you announce events. 42. The Citizen helps you find a job. 43. The Citizen helps bring you court reports. 44. The Citizen tells you who got married. 45. The Citizen is good for wrapping stored dishes. 46. The Citizen is a great fireplace starter. 47. The Citizen makes a great gift. 48. The Citizen lets you cut out pictures you like. 49. The Citizen is good for making paper dolls. 50. The Citizen helps you find a babysitter. 51. The Citizen provides community awareness. 52. The Citizen tells of upcoming church services. 53. The Citizen helps you find new businesses. 54. The Citizen makes great wrapping for fish and chips. 55. The Citizen tells of upcoming commun­ ity improvements. 56. The Citizen lets you know who had a baby. 57. The Citizen helps you find entertain­ ment. 58. The Citizen provides school news. 59. The Citizen helps you find needed services. 60. The Citizen delivers your messages of thanks, etc. PRETTY GOOD VALUE EH!! in Secondary School. As well, we have been very fortunate to have two long-term volunteers this year. Sharon Brown, an aspiring teacher’s college student, comes to help us every morning. Karen Phillips, who works part-time at a group home in Wingham, helps us several afternoons each week. ’» Every month, a group of volun­ teer mothers spends a Monday morning checking for head lice. As a result of their efforts, our school has not had a serious outbreak this school year. Everyone at B.P S. appreciates the time and effort that our volunteers offer us. During Nation­ al Volunteer Week we would like to say a special thank you to each and everyone of our volunteers.