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8 The Clarington/Courtice Independent, Bowmanville, Saturday, August 31, 1996 Is That T Before 'E'? by Lorraine Manfredo If you want to be a winner in this year's spelling bee at the Qrono Fair, better brush up on those small words. That's the advice from local local author Sher Leetooze, one of the Toastmasters who'll help host the Spelling Bee at the fair on Friday, September 6th. Having witnessed the best young spellers in action over many past fairs, she's seen many contestants stumble on simple words. "They prepare for the big words but they forget the little little ones. Sometimes it's just the case of a misplaced a and e." Vincent Massey / Lockhart Public School JK/SK Programme The Northumberland-Clarington Board of Education Leaders in Learning The JK/SK programme for Vincent Massey Public School will commence at the Lockhart Campus, as scheduled, in September, 1996. Both Junior and Senior classes will operate on an alternate full-day basis. Senior Kindergarten classes will commence on Thursday, September 5. There will be a staggered entry for Junior Kindergarten students and the information regarding these entry dates will be provided during the home visits. Please feel free to contact the school at 623-5502. will be held at Ihe Ofono Fairon n The Spelling Bee is open to all students. Registration will begin at five p.m. The contest is scheduled for 7:00 p.m. at the area stage. Toastmasters President Connie Nelson will read the words. As an ex-English teacher, there aren't many words Nelson Nelson won't know off the top of her head, Leetooze says. But just in case, there will be back-up judges nearby with their dictionaries open. Oh, and one more Spelling Bee tip: Listen carefully. The way a word is pronounced pronounced will often be the best clue to how it should be spelled, adds Leetooze who frowns as much at sloppy pronunciation as she does at sloppy spelling. Kids who think they can rely on the spell-check function function of their computers will never know the satisfaction and self-confidence good spelling brings, she says. "If you can't spell, you probably can't speak well; and if you can't speak well, you probably won't be able to present yourself very well in the business world." Considering Alternatives? Call Durham Christian High School Bowmanville 905-623-5940 Quality Education for Grades Nine through OAC Transportation throughout Durham Region ©j.p. Dr. Ross Tilley Public School YES! WE WILL BE OPEN!! Norlhumhvrland- Clariiitttoii Board of Education /.< <#«/<•/ x ni /.< iii mu j Tuesday, September 3, 1996 School Hours are: 8:55 a.m Start 11:55 a.m. to 12:55 p.m Lunch 3:30 p.m : Dismissal Registration for new students will be held at the school on Thursday, August 29th, and Friday, August 30th, 1996 from 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. Please call the school at 623-3841 for further information. Orono Fair Friday, September 6, has been designated as Children's Day at the four-day Durham Central Fair. Other special events on Children's Day include a school parade, decorated bike contest, a tug of war, junior talent contest, and clowns, games and contests for kids. 'Oi Clarke High School Will Be Open Monday, August 26 to Thursday, August 29 from 9:00 a.m. to..3:00 p.m. for the registration of new students to the area and timetable changes. -V Please call 987-4771 for an appointment. OPENING DAY PROCEDURES Tuesday, September 3, 1996 8:30- 8:55 DISTRIBUTION OF TIMETABLES Gymnasium 8:55 - 10:25 HOMEROOM AND PERIOD 1 Students will be called to the gymnasium for an Assembly PERIOD 2 LUNCH PERIOD 3 PERIOD 4 10:25-11:30 11:30-12:30 12:30- 1:45 1:45- 3:00 The Northumberland-Clarington Board of Education Leaders in Learning BUSES LEAVE AT 3:15 p.m. ©j.p,. Courtice Secondary School Opening And Registration (90S) 436-2074 SEMESTER 1 BEGINS TUESDAY, SEPTEMBER 3,1996 The Northumberland-Clarington Board of Education Leaders in Learning IT IS ESSENTIAL THAT EACH STUDENT ATTEND ON OPENING DAY. The Cafeteria will he Open for Lunch. Students who have recently moved to this area should contact the school prior to opening day. * Please call Student Services (Ext. 229) for an appointment. FIRST DAY SCHEDULE: 8:24 a.m. Students go to your Homerooms as indicated on the lists posted around the school. 8:29 a.m. 9:45 a.m. Period 1 9:50 a.m. - 11:04 a.m. Period 2 11:04 a.m. - 11:45 a.m. Lunch 11:50 a.m. 1:06 p.m. Period 3 1:11 p.m. 2:27 p.m. Period 4 2:40 p.m. Buses Depart G . Milovick - Principal ©j.p. OPENING AND REGISTRATION ST. STEPHEN'S SECONDARY SCHOOL (905) 623-3990 MARY-CATHERINE KELLY, PRINCIPAL WELCOME: SEMESTER 1 BEGINS TUESDAY, SEPTEMBER 3,1996 STUDENTS ARE EXPECTED TO ATTEND FOR A FULL DAY SCHEDULE. SCHOOL DISMISSAL WIT T, BE AT 3:15 P.M. It is essential that each student attend on opening day. The Bus Drivers will make contact with you just prior to opening day. Morning Bus pick up will be at the normal time. In order to obtain a student timetable, all textbooks, library books and all student fees must be up to date to begin the school year. The cafeteria will not be open for lunches on September 3, 1996. STUDENTS ARE REQUESTED TO BRING A BAGGED LUNCH. Students who have recently moved to the area should contact the school during the week prior to opening day. MAIN OFFICE: WILL BE OPEN AUGUST 19 - AUGUST 30,1996 FROM 8:00 A.M. -12:00 NOON and 1:00 P.M. - 4:00 P.M. NOTE: The Guidance Office will be open to register students and/or make changes in timetables August 26 - August 30, 1996,8:00 a.m. - 12:00 noon. PLEASE CALL THE SCHOOL FOR AN APPOINTMENT *PLEASE NOTE* THE SCHOOL OFFICE WILL RE-OPEN AUGUST 19,1996 AT 8:30 A.M. This is a great time to return school textbooks and Library materials. j