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The Canadian Statesman. Bowmanvillc, April 29, 1998 Section Two Pace 9 Future Dog Guides Visit School Six-year-old April Dolson was among the students at Dr. Ross Tilley School in Bowmanvillc who enjoyed a visit from nine guide dogs in training last week. April is petting "Foxy," while Lions Club volunteer Jim Goombcs holds the dog. Students at Dr. Tilley were told how dogs arc trained at aLions International facility in Oakville for roles as guide dogs to the blind and helpers of people who arc physically physically disabled or hearing impaired. But, before they arc old enough to start intensive intensive training, they arc cared for as pups by local volunteers. Youths Offered Job Internships On March 9, 13 students between the ages of 18 and 30 began a unique 17-wcck Youth Internship Training program designed to give students opportunities to pursue careers in skilled trades. This latest round of training training courses represents the second time the program has been offered by the Board's Community Training and Development Centre in Cobourg. Last year, 15 students graduated and two continued their education education by enrolling in post- secondary programs at a community college or university. university. Twelve students were successful in obtaining jobs in the construction industry. The training program gives students direct benefits benefits by broadening their base of skills and opening doors to new career opportunities. The training plan includes basic welding, carpentry, blueprint reading, drafting AutoCad, health and safety, mathematics, report writing, electrical WHIMIS, communications, communications, personal and teams development, employability skills and computer training. Of the 90 individuals who attended the information information session about the program, program, 43 participated in the two-part assessment, which included mechanical and vocational testing. From this pool of applicants, 21 individuals individuals were interviewed and 13 selected for the program. program. Tracy Vandenbcrg, Community Education Coordinator, Coordinator, notes, "The selection selection committee was extremely pleased because there were more applications applications from female applicants this year and two young women were selected to participate." participate." Upon completion of their 17 weeks of training, each participant will be given an opportunity to hone their skills through a 12-wcek work placement. Employers who hire one of these graduates graduates will receive a wage subsidy through Human Resources Development Canada. "The Youth Internship Program is proof positive that partnerships are integral to creating successful education education programs that help students find meaningful employment." Partners in the program include: The International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers: The United Association of Journeymen and Apprentices of the Plumbing and Pipe fitting Industry; the Lake Ontario Carpenters' Union; the Board's Community Training and Development Centre "For Innovation and Improvement", and Human Resources Development Canada, which provided funding for both the 17 week "in-school" instruction instruction and 12 week work experience. Pines Senior Public School "Virtual Classroom" The Pines Senior Public School has been busy the last couple of weeks. Events such as the EDUTEC science science and technology project, project, science fair and the annual school play have kept both staff and students on their toes. The Pines is currently piloting the EDUTEC Science and Technology project. One of the partners in this project is TV Ontario, who are currently providing us with the Virtual Classroom. In this two-way audio, one-way video program students' are exposed to a variety of field •trip-like events. Some of the events include a science lesson. lesson. and conversations with sports , , C | professionals. Classes are transmitted live to the Pines via satellite and students are given the opportunity to interact with lie program host by phoning phoning in with questions or comments on the program. Students are currently working on the interactive PLATO math unit as well as the science World in Motion unit. Every other Wednesday, adult students participate in an ECE refresher course through Lambton College. In this way, the Virtual Classroom facility is being used by community members outside outside of school hours. The Pines annual school play is well underway. This year the play is Alice's Adventures in Wonderland adapted by Tim Kelly. The cast of 30 is eagerly getting ready for the first show. Vlany of the cast say, "It is treat, we are trying really lard to remember our lines, some of us have a lot to memorize!" The stage crew las yet to begin work on the set, but one of them says, "It will be cool, we will com- )ine a lot of colours to set he mood for the evening." Carolyn Wilson, the director of the show says, "This is a very challenging production or us because of the witty wordplay and outrageous characters, but the students arc trying hard to develop really zany interpretations." The production takes place on May 14 at 7:00 p.m, Tickets arc two dollars, or six dollars per family. Not only were the school's actors very busy earning their lines but so were the school's scientists. Dn April 3,1998,35 student vinners from the Pines Senior Public School went o the Regional Science •air. These students were Cicnan Williams, Erika Schroedcr, Ilallie dcKinnon, Jessica Nichols, .aura Greer, Nathan Wright, Josh Wcstcrink, Shawn Rypstra, Mike Mtiizclaar, Ricky Morrison, Adam Preccc, Stephanie Cameron, Heather Bangay, Pam Htirvid, Jennifer Cox, Lisa Welch, Jennifer Stewart, Shawna Petldar, Yvonne Verkuyl, Liz Dcwcll, Kirstie Kay, Trevor Baker, Josh Rutledge, Laura Tutkoluk, Ashlynn Ostrander, Dale Lcmay, Brenda Burt, John Stafford, Dylan Cull, Chris Bngelli, Geoff Rivers and Mike Schumann. Many of these students came home with regional awards. These events arc only a few of the many activities recently enjoyed by The Pines students. Submitted by: Kate Goyne, Jessica Nichols, Kari Squire, Katie Rutherford, Stephanie Birkett, Amanda Johnson, Nathalie South, Laura Greer, Mandy Willson, David Seager, Pet of the Week Magic is a male, shepherd-cross who needs a good home. He is a clean, well- behaved dog and is a beautiful sable color. 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