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The Lucknow Sentinel, 2015-07-01, Page 88 Lucknow Sentinel • Wednesday, July 1, 2015 Living Library returns at LCPS Valerie Gillies Lucknow Sentinel There were 22 "books" at the 2015 Living Library put on by Lucknow Central Pub- lic School on June 10. This year classes from both Hill- crest Central in Teeswater and Ripley -Huron Commu- nity School were invited to take part in the program. This expanded program called for more coordina- tion, but it is considered well worth the effort to provide this unique learning experi- ence to the students. The Living Library consists of people who are invited to come and talk to the stu- dents about their life experi- ences and careers. Each stu- dent is given a list of the "books" and choose the ones they most want to see as they rotate through the schedule. Students are then assigned to specific books in specific time slots in small discus- sion groups. Many of the books bring visual aids or tools of their trade to share with the students. This year had a much dif- ferent line-up from the 2014 Living Library. There were some who returned, but for many presenters, this was their first time. The books included: Lynn Johnston, a Toronto lawyer who was raised in Teeswater and graduated from F. E. Madill in Wingham; Jessica Morrison who discussed unconventional farming including deer farms and CSA gardens; Amanda McClenaghan, a professional Real Estate Sales Representa- tive; Mitch Twolan who dis- cussed real estate, his involvement in many com- mittees and as councilor and mayor of Huron -Kinloss; Amy Pollard -Fry, funeral director; Amy Alton, a Social Worker currently with a women and children's shelter Valerie Gillies/Lucknow Sentinel A majority of the Living Library "books" were set up in the gymnasium at Lucknow Central Public School on June 10, 2015. Jackie Fischer brought along some tools of the trade for both auto mechanic and personal fitness trainer to show students at the Living Library held at Lucknow Central Public School June 10, 2015. in Kincardine; Jeff Pollard, spoke on emergency and fire protection for both Bruce Power and municipal depart- ment; Jackie Fischer, former mechanic and currently a personal trainer; Laura John- ston, dairy farmer and co- owner of Hodgins Home Hardware; Rick Snowden, pilot for both the military and Jeff Pollard gave a Power Point presentation to those who visited his Living Library "book" about emergency and fire services for Bruce Power and the municipality. Lucknow Central Public School June 10, 2015. for Air Canada; Trevor Black spoke of his involvement with many sports and cur- rently is equipment manager for the University of Waterloo Warriors; a farming couple from Elmira; John Rutledge, architect in Blyth; Mike DeGroot, veterinarian; Penny Loker, living with a congeni- tal condition that affects appearance and how it affected her life socially, now attending Wilfred Laurier University; Kayla Howald, nurse; Daryl Graham, anima- tor for Disney, Warner Broth- ers and more; Craig Smith, correctional officer; Ken Irwin, diabetic and active in community; Briana Cunning- ham, gay female, active in Many lively and animated discussions took place with Penny Loker at the Living Library at Lucknow Central Public School June 10, 2015. Loker explained what it was like to be left out of social activities and accepting name calling as part of life to the students who joined her. sports especially coach and trainer for rugby and hockey, works full time in health and safety; recovered alcoholic/ addict and the conse- quences; Julie McGuire, auto wreckers/recyclers. During the lunch break, many of the presenters shared with each other how each was doing with their groups. They were all quite pleased with the responses and questions from the stu- dents, remarking that each group of students brought out a different discussion. All agreed that this was a won- derful experience for them, as well as for the students and recommend anyone invited to take part to consider it. Registration still open for Summer School 2015 Bluewater District School Board Bluewater District School Board is still accepting registrations from any grades 7 to 12 students wishing to enroll in the Summer School pro- gram, which runs from July 6 to August 6, 2015 at Owen Sound Collegiate & Vocational Institute. Summer School provides students with an opportu- nity to regain a lost credit or to get ahead by registering for an extra course or a cooperative education experience. Students are able to increase flexibility in their path to success while enjoying learning experi- ences with energetic teach- ers and students from all over the area. "I was surprised that learning in the summer could be so fun! I feel like I finally understand," says a former Summer School student. Back by popular demand, elementary Summer School one or two-week courses are available to grades 7 and 8 students. Courses such as "Power -up Literacy" and "Math Booster Camp" help students prepare for second- ary school. There are no course fees or transportation charges for elementary students. The Summer School pro- gram is also open to any grades 7 to 12 students who are not enrolled in Bluewater District School Board. To learn more about Summer School 2015 regis- tration and course selection, please visit the Bluewater District School Board web- site home page or go to http://www.bwdsb.on.ca/ CONED/ss_school.