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12 The Canadian Statesman, Bowmanville, Wednesday, May 26,1993 AROUND THE SCHOOL BOARD by Bob Willsher, Ward III Trustee, N/N Board of Education Education m Will our Board be changing its name to the Northumberland and Claringlon Board of Education? Or how about the Claringlon and Northumberland Northumberland Board of Education (CN Board of Education for short)? At the last meeting I introduced a motion to have Administration prepare a report for the Board on the process and cost of changing our name. Previously we had estimated the cost of the change to be $30,000 to $35,000. I expect it will remain roughly the same. The process, as I understand it, is far less complex than the municipality went through; Although I have enjoyed telling people I was from Newcastle, Newcastle, Newcastle, the people of the Town have' spoken. It seems appropriate , to me that the Board change its name to reflect reflect the largest municipality that it serves. The change would occur on a gradual basis and not sec major expenditures expenditures to accomplish it. I rather like the name Claringlon and Northumberland Board of Education. Education. Just think of the logo costs we could save if we used the material of, that famous railroad, CN! The budget has been set and the mill rates established. Although I am not happy with the increase, it reflects reflects the need of the system and provides provides optimum flexibility for the board as we roll through very difficult difficult times. The province has made it very difficult to set a financial course for the next year. The timing of the many announcements could not have been poorer. The budget from the province announced announced last Wednesday will only add to the problem of managing our budget. There are increases that we did not anticipate and we will need to make adjustments during the year. I am convinced we did the best we can for now and will need to further economize and reduce services. As I said in last month's column, parents should be prepared for changes in services that schools provide that are not directly related to classroom activities. activities. The press continues to run stories and editorials on the disaster of our current education system. It seems that hardly a week goes by that some "expert" isn't suggesting how poorly our students arc being educated compared compared to the "good old days." Well, I just don't buy it. Before you conclude this comment comment is just another trustee trying t.o i protect his turf, let me explain. I will acknowledge there is room for improvement. But that is no different different than it has been in the past. Education Education has not, and cannot, rest on its .laurels. Education must evolve and change with our society's needs. And it has been changing. There have been many changes and improvements since I was a student. student. I just ask you to think back to your tecnaged years .and compare your ability to deal with a society as Action Committee for Training Holds Annual Meeting May 27 The Durham Region Action Committee Committee for Training (ACT) will be holding its 7th Annual General Meeting Meeting at Cullen Gardens in Whitby on Thursday, May 27th, 1993. A cash bar will be open at 11:30 a.m. and the business luncheon meeting will begin at 12:00 noon. Our guest speaker will be Louise Farr, Chairperson of The Durham Board of Education. ACT is a not-for-profit incorporated incorporated company and is one of 57 Community Community Industrial Training Committees Committees which operate in the province of Ontario. ACT provides training and training related services to the Federal Federal and Provincial Governments on a pay for service basis. During the 1992/93 fiscal year, ACT sponsored training programs' provided subsidized training in management management techniques, skills upgrading and computers for .95 employed people, people, and, fully funded training in various various skilled trades' for 255 unemployed unemployed people,. ' \ ACT is a staunch believer in the need for a true "Training Culture" in the region encompassing a continuous continuous learning process. A'CT and nine community partners just completed a Labour Market Needs Assessment Survey of 2,000 local businesses to determine employment anti training requirements in Durham .Region. Other community partnerships have been forged through the formation of our Education and Training Subcommittee, Subcommittee, chaired by Pauline Laing, Director Director of Education, for the Durham Board of Education and the Board of Tradc/Chambcrs of Commerce Subcommittee Subcommittee chaired by Vaughan Sawyer Sawyer of the Ajax-Pickcring Board of Trade. This CLEARANCE is Really difficult and complex as what we see today. I suspect many of us would be basket cases. But, for those who require statistical statistical proof of the changes, please consider consider the following information from the 1991 census: - 2.9'million people or 11 per cent of the population over the age of 15 held university degrees, a 27 percent increase from 1986. - 4.8 million people held diplomas and certificates from community colleges, colleges, CEGEP's or technical institutions. institutions. - nearly 80% of people aged 15 to 19 attended school full time, up from 66 percent in 1981. - only 4 percent of 15-to-24-year olds had less than a grade 9 education, education, down from 12 percent from 1971. - nearly 33 percent of people aged 20 to 24 were pursuing their education education full time compared to 18 percent in 1981. If one accepts the position that public education is not providing a sound base, then it follows that the universities, colleges and technical institutions have lowered their standards standards to permit all these people to earn degrees and certificates. I don't believe that is the case either. What is happening is that change is coming at a torrid pace. Demands from our society for teachings never contemplated a few years ago have dramatically increased. We expect more from our schools than ever before. before. In most cases that's okay. What we need is a focused effort;. on what we really want from our schools. The recently announced commission on education may provide provide that, but I am hot optimistic. We already know some of. the changes that are required, all we need is the will to implement them. In the past month there have been a lot of activities in our schools. A number of successful information meetings have been conducted. On Wednesday, June 2, Ncwtonville Public School will be hosting a session session for everyone on crime. The presentation by the Durham Region Police Department is a "must see" for parents and community members alike. They very clearly present a picture picture of a dangerous trend and what we as individuals can do about it. Please be there! Happenings at Bowmanville Senior Public School I ■ ^ i . » r • w i Srtnn Nn;irrrui/c cinoina During the week of May 10-14, Bowmanville Senior Public School had a Kids Help Phone Challenge. We raised $127.00 that will be donated donated to the Kids Help Phone. We would like to thank Ryan McKey for organizing this successful fundraiser. The students at Bowmanville Senior Senior Public. School have participated in a folk dance club. As a year-end activity activity this group will be participating in the First Annual Northumberland and Newcastle Dance Fest. The students students will be performing four dances at Victoria Park, in Cobourg, on the 26th and 27th of May at 1:00 p.m. to 2:30 p.m. This is an event not to miss! On Friday, May 28,1993, the students students from Mrs. Sponder's and Mr. Veldhuis' history class will be taking a day trip to Midland as part of their history course. Mr. Velhuis, a grade 7 core teacher, states, "the trip will be very educational and interesting." The students will be taken on guided tours throughout the Huron Museum, Indian Village, Martyrs' shrine and Fort Saint Marie Among the Hurons. " On Friday, June 4, our school is having a track and field meet at Bowmanville Bowmanville High School. It starts at 8:30 a.m. and ends at 3:30 p.m. There is going to be a barbeque at lunch. We will be selling hamburgers, hot dogs, pop and chips, thanks to our parent hot lunch committee. So, come out and watch your child's athletic athletic ability. On Wednesday, May 19, 87 students students from B.S.P.S. and 9 adults attended attended the Shakespeare play "A Midsummer Midsummer Night Dream" at Stratford Theatre. Mrs. Seeny, a grade 8 teacher who accompanied the students to the play states, "The costumes were fabulous! Definitely a next year activity!" It was an exciting experience for all students and adults. This year, the grade 8 students took their 23rd trip to Camp Tawin- go. Over 4000 students have attended over the years. Mr. Putnam, a veteran of Camp Tawingo, says, "This trip rates in the top 5". All of the staff and students would like to congratulate congratulate Mr. Putnam for his 23rd year at Camp Tawingo and Mr. MacArthur for his 20th year at Camp Tawingo where he was presented with a plaque. The following is a brief ac count written by Marion Rough, a grade 8 student who attended Camp Tawingo this year. Amanda Vandcrveer Jennifer Somerscales reporting from class 77 on Bowmanville Senior Public School news The Trip to Tawingo By Marion Rough Class 88 From May 3rd to May 6th, the grade eights of B.S.P.S. went on a trip to camp Tawingo. During the time we spent there we did many enjoyable enjoyable things. We played wide game (a variation of capture the flag), which the students loved. We also played animal survival, where everyone everyone had to survive in the forest, as real animals do. And we did Vita Parcours, Parcours, which is a two km run through the forest. That gave us a real workout. workout. The cabins were filled with ice water. It woke us up in the morning. I'm sure all the girls in grade eight will agree that the camp counsellors, Matt, Jim, and Ian were the best part of the camp. And they were nice as well as cute! The campfires at night were fun. The counsellors were good story-tellers. They taught us a song that we arc all still singing. The song ' was called "Herman the Worm". I think that all the grade eights at B.S.P.S. will agree that Tawingo was a great trip. I hope that the grade sevens sevens will have as much fun at Tawingo Tawingo next year, as we did. Haiku Poetry from Grade 7 Touches of Spring Old caves full of fish Moving precise as a clock Synchronized swimmers Andrew Cook Happenings at Bowmanville H.S. written by Lisa Bryn Rundle Saturday, May 22nd, 1993 is the date to remember for the 310 people who attended B.H.S.'s annual Prom. Both before and after the actual date, , xthc Prom, held this year at Hey den- , an< * [ or shore Pavilion in Whitbv. was a fre- c °rpniitte White Elephant SALE DAYS Thursday, Friday, Saturday May 27 - 28 - 29 & Spring and Summer Fashions 30 ALL SALES FINAL NO EXCHANGES or REFUNDS Leisure Lady 21 King St. W. Bowmanville Telephone 697-1963 shore Pavilion in Whitby, was a frequent frequent topic of conversation. A great deal of preparation went into it before before hand, and a great deal of partying'afterward, partying'afterward, but why all the fuss? What's so special about the Prom anywhy? According to the dictionary it's only a school dance but in the minds of all the graduating students it is so much more. . For weeks before the actual day, it seemed like the Prom was all that people could talk about. What docs your dress look like? Where did you rent your tux? How arc you doing your hair? D61 really have to buy her a corsage? A'çort of nervous excitement excitement appeared whenever it was mentioned. mentioned. After all, for students, the prom is a big financial investment, and, it seems, an emotional one too. So, on Friday, the day before the Prom, I decided to find out what people's people's expectations were and how they were feeling about the upcoming event. The following is a selection of quotes which sum up the general mood: "I hope it's better than the last two years." "Twenty-five dollars is a good price, I'm glad thèrc's no dinner." dinner." "It seems well-organized, I hope it doesn't rain." "I'm not looking looking forward to it, it's just another night." "It's going to be a nostalgic evening, like Cheers last call - the final final big party with high ' school friends." "It will be the best night of my life." "My dress isn't done." "I'm getting pimples in places I've never had them before." "It will be a night filled with love and friendship, with everybody together for the last time." "I'm looking forward to being dressed up and seeing everyone else dressed up too." There was quite a range of feelings from absolute excitement excitement to indifference but the latter was rare. Most people had high ex- Enniskillen News The U.C.W. meeting was held 9:30 a,m. May 19 in the Church. The committee in charge Muriel Butson, Velma Griffon and Joan Spcakman opened the meeting with a verse on Mothers. We sang hymn 148 with Marie Sharp at the piano, Joan read a beautiful tribute to Mothers from one of Helen Steiner Rice's books. Scripture was read from Corinthians. Velma had a reading reading on Grandmothers, Love and understanding, understanding, any discipline was done with kindness, Offering was received and dedicated by Muriel. The three ladies then presented a skit a comedy "The Hat" the theme ladies who wear large hats in church. Joan's liât was certainly the envy of everyone there. We were invited then to enjoy a delicious lunch and coffee liefore the business meeting. Lois Nimlgon our President opened with a welcome to all. Minutes Minutes of the last meeting were road and approved. Treasurer's report was given. A Good Time and a profitable evening was the report on the Concert the üshawa Srs. presented here. Song Sparrows singing Quietly through the morning In the warm spring sun Kevin Donovan Leaves flutter about Constantly in a whirlwind Dancing butterflies Tabilha Ludykd Frigid rain pounds down Collects in muddy puddles Then Evaporates Chad Lipop The Sea waves crashing Against the Barren Shoreline The sun slowly sets Allison Rotmark Stars above in space 1 Guiding us through cool spring nights Sparkles of bright lights Jennifer Somerscales ; Gurgling water Frigid and crystal clear brook ■ Excited and happy Stephen Ewles ; B.S.P.S. School Trip A Midsummer Night's Dream > By Gathi Chadwick We departed at about 8:30 a.m., wc arrived at about 11:15 a.m. We had 2 hours of free time to roam the grounds and cat our lunch. At 1:30 wc gathered at the main - building to get our tickets. At 1:50 , they let us in to the theatre at 2:00 1 p.m. they dimmed the lights and the ; play began. They had very modem ] costumes and it was vciy funny. It's a story of love and magic, fairies and - pranks. It had singing and dancing, music and laughter. The background effects were great. Wc stopped at a little plaza for dinner, some people had Mr. Sub and others had. McDonald's. Wc arrived back at school at about 8:25 p.m. MY GALFRIEND'S CLOSET Heritage Celebration Sale & 50%Îall LADIES CLOTHES and ACCESSORIES 17 King Street East Bowmanville,.Ontario 416-623-4410 pectations of the Prom as their final big party with all their old friends before before they start off to a new life, leaving leaving everyone behind. Unfortunately, that's a lot of pressure for a school the members of the committee too. <i The Prom committee was made up of volunteer OAC students who completely organized the much anticipated anticipated evening. All of those students were sharing the same feeling on the day before the Prom - stress! They were all experiencing last minute panic and they swore that if they heard any complaints they would beat up the complainer. The committee committee has been working since October to make the evening a success but last minute crises still came up. The group said much of the work involved involved continuous phone calls, running running back and forth to Whitby, and learning how to come to a consenus. Most of the members felt they would never join another committee again but they did say they learned about co-operation and that you can't please everybody. Much of the work preparing for the Prom consisted of fundraising. Earlier this year a slave auction was held in which graduating students were bought as slaves for a day with the proceeds going towards the Prom. The committee also held a bake sale to raise money. Selling the tickets was a major money maker as well. However, even with all the fundraising, fundraising, with the high cost of everything everything from food to hall rental to decorations, decorations, the committee estimates that they just broken even. If there is a profit, it will be donated to the school. In the end, all the work paid off and the Prom was a success. There was dancing and picture taking, lots of food and punch and a lot of beautiful beautiful looking people - including the chaperones who were B.H.S. staff members. Perhaps, not cvciyonc's expectations were fulfilled but sonic people's were. Whether at the Prom itself or at the post-prom parlies, eve- rylrody can say they had a lime they will never forget. SPECIAL ANNOUNCEMENT Nurse Chevrolet Oidsmobile would like to welcome Bill Waller to their New Car Sales Team. Bill has a wealth of knowledge and automobile experience and has been employed in the automobile service community for over 20 years; " > 1 • nçotfi . ■ Bill now resides in Couroce and welcomes all friends, neighbours and past customers, to drop by and see him for any automotive needs. 668-3304 668-5881 1530 Dundas St. E. 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