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Kathy Richardson returned 10 high school last fall 10 work towards her diploma and found the experience very rewarding in more ways than one. Starting this fall Port Perry High School will be oflering & Return and Lear program designed for adults students. Ses story below. PPHS invites adults to Return and Learn this fall When Kathy Richardson quit high school 21 years ago to go to work, she never thought that one day she'd be back in class working towards her dip Some of the courses planned for the "Return and Learn" program include introductory word processing, introduction to But with the full support of her husband and two daughters, the math, co-op (job placement) education, Greenbank resident started classes at Port Perry High School last September and is looking forward to graduating this June. "I would really like to stress that the teachers, all the staff and the students have been very supportive, very accepting. The kids (students) say to me: 'you're like one of us,'" she told the Citizen last week. While Mrs. Richardson is taking her four credit courses in regular classes, Port Perry High 8chool will be offering a new program this coming September tailored for people like her. Called the "Return and Learn" program, it will offer adult students the chance to up-date business skills, obtain new skills for the job market and get their Ontario Secondary School diploma in the process. "There are a lot of people out of work these days. This program will be a great way for them to get exposure to computers and business courses and can even be a stepping stone to post- y P Cindy Cole of the school's Student Services Department. ing, business law, business English, and phys od for adults. Ms. Cole stressed, however, that the courses will only be offered if there is sufficient enrolment. It may be a little intimidating for adults to consider a return to high school where the students are the same age as their children. Mrs. Richardson said her experience since last September has been nothing but positive. "I really look forward to the school day. This has helped to boost my confidence and my self- esteem," she said. One initial concern was the fact her 14-year old daughter was starting grade nine at the same time. "We talked about this and I wanted to be sure she (her daughter) would be comfortable," said Mrs. Richardson. Now, Mrs. Richardson and her daughter spend a lot of time talking about their classes and even do homework together at the kitchen table. To get the four credits she needed for the Secondary School diploma, Mrs. Richardson took . Town Hall 187 "Queen & Simcoe Streets PORT PERRY presents its 3rd Performance in its Concert Series SATURDAY, FEBRUARY 19th (PLEASE NOTE DATE CHANGE from FEB. 12th) 'Quartetto Gelatto' .. an evening of romantic music Tickets $20. available at the door or at Irwin Smith Music. American History, English, ife Management, and co-op job placement with two local stores-the Linen Corner and Big V Drugs. And she has achieved honours standings. As for what shell do when she gets her diploma this June, she said shell be looking for a job in the retail sector. The "Return and Learn" program for adult students this September is a first for Port Perry High School, although it Take the time to complete survey The Township of Scugog E i Develop t Committee sent out copies of a survey to all households in the Township. The purpose of the survey is to obtain the opinions of residents on issues such as tourism promotion, business development, recreational and ittee chairman Ken Gadsden said that "hopefully this will become an important resource in developing plans and projects in each of these categories. He went on to say the committee is actively encouraging all Scugog residents to take the time to complete the survey and make their views known. If some households in outlying areas did not receive a copy of the survey, a copy can be obtained at the following locations: Aldred"s Store, Blackstock Country Store, Dowson Valu Mart, Greenbank General Store, PP IGA, Mac's, Nestleton Country Store, Seagrave Store, Sunnyside Market Caesarea, Utica General Store, Scugog Memorial Library and the Municipal office at 181 Perry Street. Completed forms may be left at any of the above locations. Mr. Gadsden said the deadline for returning the completed survey forms is Friday, March 4. Sea of Slaughter to be seen on video On Thursday, February 24, there will be a free showing of the video "Sea of Slaughter", a Nature of Things episode narrated by Farley Mowat and based on his book of the same name. The documentary details man's destruction of various Atlantic Ocean species, including whales, seal pups, lobsters, herring and tuna. Don't let the title put you off - this show is well worth seeing and, although disturbing, is not as bloodthirsty as its name suggests "Sea of Slaughter" will be shown at 7:30 p.m. in the staff lunchroom at Port Perry High School, and those who attend are invited to bring along a mug for tea or coffee. To learn the schedule for the Video Nights for the period March - May, either call 985- 3226, or simply keép your eye on the paper's Community Calendar. has been available at other schools in Durham Region. Anyone interested in attending can contact Kipp Wilson of the PPH8 Student Services Department 985-7337 before March 4. There is no charge for any of the courses. As for fears or doubts anyone might have about going back to high school with teen-age students, Kathy Richardson says it takes "a little courage," but the experience is more than worth it. 1 000000000000 000000600000000000000000000040044 HOT SOUNDS for COLD DAYS! J JOE'S PIZZERIA Thanks, Port Perry! CORNER of HWY. 7A & WATER STREET