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HAVE A SAFE H A I I O W F F N Johnsburg Schools Continue Volunteer Helper Program Johnsburg School District No. 12 is continuing to sponsor ' its volunteer helper program ? ( for parents and interested district citizens. Interest | q u e s t i o n n a i r e s w e r e distributed to all parents at the , general registration in August, . at which time seventy-five * parents signed up to par­ ticipate. These seventy-five V' parents were formally invited ' to a program kickoff crien- tation, at Bush elementary school. Johnsburg schools have involved interested parents in their volunteer program since 1974 and th£ program has continued to grow each year since its inception. Parents who have been involved in the program, have indicated a real pleasure in having the op­ portunity to work in the schools, and to get a first hand look at the day to day routine of school operation. A variety of tasks are available to volunteer helpers depending on their interest, abilities, and affordable time to devote. "Besides the natural provision of assistance to teachers and students, volunteer feedback has in­ dicated an increased sense of individual awareness of school programs, and improved un­ derstanding by parents of what their children are expected to do in school, and why they do it," said Principal Harry May, program coordinator. "Many parents who have served as volunteers, have said it has helped them help their children with their school work, and they better understand the different programs their children are involved in," he added. The orientation meeting attracted about forty parents. The program was planned by a committee of parents, teachers and administrators, and consisted of explanations of the programs purpose, activities in which volunteers will be in­ volved, and small discussion groups to give everyone an opportunity to ask questions about the various aspects of the program. Parents have been actively involved, primarily in the Ringwood, Bush and Middle schools since the first weeks in October, following their orientation. The recruiting program continues, allowing those parents and interested district citizens, who were unable to sign up originally, to do so. Because of these in­ terested people, Johnsburg students benefit. "Education of our children has to be a cooperative effort between school, home, and community, and this program is one opportunity that provides for that cooperative effort," May concluded. PUBLIC PULSE (The Plaindealer invites the public to use this column as an expression of their view on subjects of general interest in our •community. Our only request is that the writers give signature, full address and phone number. We ask too, that one individual not write on the same subject more than once each month. We reserve the right to delete any material which we consider libelous < or in objectionable taste.) THE SCHOOL REFERENDUM 1 "Editor: "My remarks are directed to citizens of McHenry. "Again McHenry has proven there is nothing more im- ' portant to them then the almighty dollar. It is more important to them then the f biggest asset they have, the f kids. "What happened to pride? Pride in our town, our school, our kids? What happened to all e people who took enough de in the kids to watch the mecoipiikflr^tarader watch ' itmas concerts by the band |uid choruses? What happened to the hundreds of people who took so much pride in OUR high school basketball team two years ago, when they got as far as the Sweet 16 state tour­ nament? Our pom-pom girls, cheerleaders, etc. Where were you Saturday? "For all the people who worked so hard on the referendum, the teachers, the "Vote Yes" committee, the administration, the kids, God bless you all. For the people who voted no and the ones who didn't vote at all, your con­ science will be your problem. I wish you could look a couple of these kids in the eyes and tell ;them you voted no and watch the hurt and tell me that doesn't bother your conscience. "For the few people who work for the school district and so openly voiced your disap­ proval, I hope your jobs are the first to go. •; "if someone were to ask what town I lived in, I certainly wouldn't be very proud to admit I was from McHenry. \ "I hope when and if the next Referendum comes up, everyone will think who we are helping and not how much it costs. Maybe then we can get the respect back from our kids and pride in ourselves. "A parent, "Virginia Anzinger "3008 Mary Lane "McHenry" "Editor: "As a member of McHenry high school, I am disappointed in the people of this town. "I thought when this referendum was brought up it would pass. I really believed this because I felt the people of this town cared about the future of the students. "I don't think people realize that without this referendum students will no longer have the opportunity to be able to fur­ ther their education in the fields they choose. "Society is becoming more complex and so must the teaching and educational programs. "Sincerely, "Gigi Smith "DebFreeland "Vici Switzer "Members of the Senior Class 78" Home Sweet Home Hpme is the place where we're treated the best and gffftimbll ' most. -Journal, Sioux City. mooooooooooeooooocwoa { V.A. NEWS ] EDITOR'S NOTE: Following are representative questions answered daily by VA coun­ selors. Full information is available at any VA office. QM receive VA pension, and am also going to school under the GI Bill. Are my educational beneifts considered income for pension purposes? A - Yes, but amounts ac­ tually spent for educational expenses may be deducted from this. You should report the entire amount, along with any deductible expenses. Q - Is the widow of a veteran killed in service entitled to a VA home loan? A - An unmarried widow of a veteran who died while on active duty may receive VA home loan benefits on a one­ time basis. Q - I have lost my original discharge paper. Can the VA help? A - Your local VA office can assist you in obtaining a cer­ tificate in lieu of the lost document. . Q -1 would like to apply for a loan on my $10,000 five-year level term National Service Life Insurance policy. Haw much cap receive? j A - Tenia insurance has no cash value; consequently there is no loan available. WHICH MEANS ALL THREEOFUSAREDOING MMMS ENTERPRISES 3017 W.RTE. 120 MCHENRY 385-5970 We Are Very Pleased To Announce "ORIGINALS" A Small Gallery Of Fine Art and Mastercrafts IS NOW OKN FOR nSINESS SAT. SUN. Noon til 5 P.M.--MON.- FRI. Noon til 7 P.M.--CLOSED WED. Wt proudly too fur* tho outstanding work* of noted prize winning AREA ARTISTS in vortuolly all of the medias; Oilt-Watercolor»-Pa»tel»-Silverpoint-lnk»-Print»-Scratchboord-Tomani (Japanese Silk Art.) BEAUTIFUL REALISTIC SCENES, LANDSCAPES, AND STILL LIFE. DRAAAATIC DESIGNS & ABSTRACTS, AND SUR REALISTIC IMPRESSIONS. Works An Framed* Gland and Matted Ready For Hanfitif - Suited For Gmn| •Fraimd By Th* Arttot To Enhonc* ThMr OMiHy and Amplify The Artist's Feelings BRIM TEN 9* A WALL - LIVEN VP A ROOM DECORATE THAT FAMILY ROOM WE HAVE ART SALES EVERYDAY--MOT JUST SUNDAY (We Do Not Deal In Cheap Foreign, Imported, Mass Produced Art) Spring Grove Eva Freund 675-2135 Show Gospel Road Film At Evangelical Church Village Board Approves New. Steel Industry Ground-breaking ceremonies were held Oct. 15 for the erecting of the Scott-Forge company, a steel making firm. Members of the village board, residents of Spring Grove, and all interested parties including a bus load of friends of the Chicago firm were present. The Scott-Forge plant will be built on thirty-One acres of land north of Milwaukee railroad tracks, west of Winn road. The plant will employ sixty to eighty people. There have been some ob­ jections from residents of the village, but Mayor Lyle Thomas has assured them this plaqt will not cause pollution or noise. Mayor Thomas, the village board, the planning board and the zoning board have all visited the Scott-forge plant in Clinton, Wis. They had good recommendations from the mayor and chamber of com­ merce in Clinton. SOCIETY MEETS Members of the Christian Mother's society of St. Peter's parish held their first meeting of the year Thursday, Oct. 20, at 7:30 p.m. Presiding was Kay Smith, newly elected president. She welcomed all and asked for the same cooperation as shown in the past. Bev Schmitt told of the renovating of the classrooms to be used for CCD classes. An invitation was received from Catholic Daughters of Isabella to a potluck dinner in St. Joseph's hall, Richmond Nov. 3. OUR ARTISTS ARE Christian Action committee urged all parishioners to help replenish the supply of groceries used for the poor and needy in the community. The mother-daughter break­ fast served by the men of the parish will be held Oct. 30. A most interesting program was presented by Ben Tvaroh, a parishioner. He showed his beautiful art in wood carvings of deer, fish, wild ducks, etc. Cake and coffee were served. 1 LOTUS CLUB Members of LCWC and their guests enjoyed a luncheon and matinee at Shady Lane Oct. 19. Before leaving for Marengo, a meeting was held in town hall. A report was given on the IjHstrict 4 meeting held Oct. 17 at Garden Prairie. Frances Heinemann told of the death of State President Mrs. Lambert Miller. A scholarship for retarded children will be donated by the club as a memorial because of her great interest and generosity in this project. Emma Kattner was chosen woman of the month. The Thanksgiving party will be held Nov. 16 in town hall. Potluck dinner will be served and a flower demonstration will be given. 5RE5T0P MMBII md AMTMK The story is old, but the perspective is up-dated and brought into sharp focus by the film The Gospel Road to be shown Sunday, Oct. 30, at the Chain O'Lakes Evangelical Covenant church, 4815 N. Wilmot road, McHenry, at 6 p.m. The Gospel Road, distributed by World Wide Pictures, was conceived and produced by Johnny Cash and his wife, June Carter Cash, whose desire was to tell the story of Jesus Christ in a realistic, meaningful way. The film is an unique blend of scripture-based narrative, an abundant supply of specially written songs, and a series of in-depth character portrayals with Israel itself as the mixing bowl. ^ The viewer is there, walking beside the Jordan and the Sea of Galilee; he is there seeing Him in many human situations that establish a practical personal rapport with every viewer. He is there, being in­ troduced to the disciples, and gaining insights into their varied personalities. He is there, experiencing the highly charged emotional impact of the trial before Pilate, and becoming so personally in­ volved that he feels sym­ pathetic pain when Robert Elfstrom, in an outstanding portrayal of Christ, suffers the travel service Hunhn • C«iltb»»n cmifl A trip to ivrop*.. .Maxlco ...Hawaii? Yaw can comper* ttiem eW wilder eee reet el ewreNkal We era agaeM ier physical attack that precedes the Crucifixion. Adding to the effectiveness of The Gospel Road in its en­ deavor to convey reality for this day is the fascinating treatment of the Crucifixion, making this tragedy an event of significance that reaches from its own time across the years to take on meaning for all men of all ages; also the songs and background music of Johnny Cash and other outstanding musicians, whose con­ temporary style is not out of keeping with the story--a story that reveals that His darkest day has become the brightest for people today. / * • • • * Nearly everyone can find a good excuse for what one wishes not to' do. • o * • The best way to make a fortune is to work for it and begin while young. Meet 'n Treat' This Halloween Take the trick out of Halloween treating this year With "Meet 'n Treat." A Halloween safety pro­ gram sponsored by the Nat­ ional Confectioners Asso­ ciation, and supported by mayors, governors and police chiefs throughout the coun­ try, "Meet 'n Treat" encour­ ages parents to meet their neighbors and treat the kids by accompanying their chil­ dren on treating rounds and having neighborhood parties. Other safety tips? * Make sure costumes are light in color, non-flammable and short enough to prevent tripping. Use reflective tape so they glow in the beam of headlights. * Observe all pedestrian safety rules^ as given by the National Safety Council. Walk, don't run when crossing streets...and look both ways. * Use face make-up in­ stead of masks which might obscure vision and cause breathing difficulties. * Turn porch and exter­ ior lights on to show that "Meet 'n Treaters" are wel­ come. * Give -- and urge child­ ren to accept -- only wrapped or sealed candy and other treats. Tea Wad Chain-O-Lakes TRAVEL SERVICE 3405 W. Elm St. McHenry, Illinois 60050 mi 395-7500 ArM Code 815 T0WNSQUARE PLAYERS PRESENT MEREDITH WILSON'S "THE MUSIC MAN" WOODSTOCK OPERA HOUSE OCT. 14,15. 21,22,2S, 2f 9:00 P.M. *3.50 OCTOKt 16 • 3:00 P.N.-*2.50 OCTOBER 23 • 740 P.M.'J.SO 312-3304212 (GROUP RATES) TICKETS: R rat (lard's Rookstoro-Crystal Laka the Bookmark looketoro-McHanry Lara Grigg Bookseller-Woodstock . 1st Come* 1st Sooted I Tickets sold at tho door also. w.-m . • «... res 1 "ORIOINALS" COMMISSIONED PORTRAITS AVAILABLE, PEOPLE, PETS, ESTATES PUASR COM! IN ANO BROWSE SPECIAL MESSAGE T« Parents THE CHILDREN OF OUR COMMUNITY ARE LOOKING FORWARD TO HALLOWEEN WITH GREAT ANTICIPATION, DRESSING UP AS GOBLINS AND GHOSTS AND GETTING TO STAY OUT AT NIGHT. HOWEVER, WE, AS ADULTS, SHOULD REALIZE NOW MORE THAN EVER BEFORE, DUE TO THE EVENTS OF THE PAST FEW YEARS, HALLOWEENS HAVEN'T BEEN SO MUCH FUN FOR OTHERS. SO MANY CHILDREN HAVE BEEN TARGETS OF MALICIOUS ACTS. - ; OBSERVING THESE PRECAUTIONS MIGHT SAVE YOUR CHILD'S LIFE 1. Remind children of safety rules. 2. Go with them or have older child-chaperone. 3. Have your child wear light colored and fire-proof clothing. 4. Go only to homes of people you know. 5. See that all candy is store wrapped. 6. Check the trick or treat bag for home made goodies. J k j U--M [ rr o n , A FULl SERVICE BANK 3510 West Elm Street McHenry, III. 385-1040 - i X SJVir PAGE 5 - PLAINDEALER - FRIDAY. OCTOBER 28, 1977