LIN AND AROUND THE SCHOOL IN AND AROUND THE SCHOOL IN AND AROUND THE SCHOOL IN Page 6 May 1981 Cassiar Courier @> HONOR ROLL ® grades were: GRADE 8 Janet Pinto GRADE 9 Gabor Fricska GRADE 10 Wendy Cartwright Ursula Froelich Marlene Overton GRADE 11 Donna Taylor GRADE 12 Gale Fugere Kathy Johnston Heather Rattray” John Rattray Olavo Santos Karen Taylor On the other end of the. scale, those students who obtained a “C-’’ average or less have been made mem- bers of the Homework Club which meets Monday to Thursday from 3:15 to 4:00 o'clock. DATES TO REMEMBER cs Wed. Hid 13 — Teacher Professional Development Day No School for. Students Mon., May 18 — Victoria Day Holiday Tues., June 2 — Secondary Teachers involved in Secono ay Accreditation Procedures — No School for secondary students June 15 — 17 — Senior Secondary exams June 18 — 22 — Junior Secondary exams June 19 — Graduation Ceremonies June 25 — Awards Day Report Cards issued last day of school SPORTS DAY April 3rd saw Cassiar School hosting Atlin and Dease Lake Schools in a winter sports day. Under the direct- , ion of Mr. G. Millar the Community Recreation 12 students provided the leadership: for this energetic day Much assistance was provided by the teachers. AND AROUND THE SCHOOL IN AND AROUND THE SCHOOL IN AND AROUND THE SCHOOL IN ANDSAROUND THE SCHOOL IN AND AROUND THE IF ONLY I COULD by Kate Elhorn . _ If only I could write a itent? I could be famous. I could keep on writing. I could write for children and for grownups. I would like to do this. THE HARD HAT by Shelley Turner Once there was a hard hat.It was grey and heavy. The first man who put it on was killed. So when they moved they. left that hard hat behind. Tornados came. Hurricanes came but the hard hat was still there. THE PANTHER By David Zabot He lives in the hot steamy jungle Where he eats, sleeps, and hunts. . He’s barely seen through the steam And on cold winter months. THE PANTHER by Mark Prince Once in the jungle, there was a slick panther who saw a tourist. The tourist didn’t see the panther but the hunt ers dog saw him. It was in the night and the panther’s eyve’s were glowing. The panther leaped at the tourist. The hunter shot the panther but he didn’t die: The large animal leaped at the tourist anad the hunter shot him seven times. The slick animal fell heavily’to the ground. © OHOS FHL GNNOYV GNV NI 1O0H9S FHL GNNOYW ONY NI1OOHIS JHL GNNOYY CNV NI 100HIS 3HL GNNOYWGNY NI TOOHIS AHL GNNOYV ONY NI 100H9S Report cards were issued on Friday, April. 24, Those obtaining Honor Roll Status in the secondary’ CURLING This past week has seen the completion of a School Curling Bonspiel organized by Mr. R. Knowles. Ten teams, including two from Good Hope Lake, Particip- ated in this fun bonspiel. A high degree of enthusiasm was provided by all the participants. The results were as follows: A EVENT First — Cameron Joseph, Gord Kamlah, Joanne King, Rose Loverin Second — Karen. Taylor, Trevor Joseph, Ron Tates Darrin Loverin B EVENT First — Harvey Callow, Olavo Santos, Harry Meers, Barb Billingsley Second — Gabor Fricska, lan Cartwright, Gary Dennis, J. P. Larocque . A great deal of thanks goes to the Cassiar Curling Club for their co-operation and support in providing the ice time and trophies and pens for each of the win- ners, and brooms for each of the runners-up, NEW CHILD CARE WORKER A welcome is extended to Mrs. Anne-Marie Park, who is the Child Care Worker at the school. A recent arrival from Victoria, Mrs. Park has had experience in education and in working with children with special needs. We look forward to her assistance for the next two months of the school year. MILK RUN On Wednesday, April 29, at 2:00 p.m. approximately 180 “‘kids’’ participated in the Milk Run. This is a three kilometer run/walk sponsored by B.C. -School Sports and the B.C. Dairy Foundation. Students who com- plete the distance receive a container of milk and a Milk Run sticker. All participants are encouraged to make a donation, which is given to handicapped chil- dren. This year $168 was donated — a substantial in- crease over last year, when just over $100 was raised. The first person to complete the run was Olavo Santos. The first girl was Teresa Bartell. Oldest “kid’’ was Owen Corcoran(who refused to divulge his actual age) and the youngest participants were Andrew Chambers and Kelly Lee - both three years old. WRITERS CORNER THE PANTHER by Jenny Pewsey The sly longing hungry Panther was hunting at the dusk of the day. The big yellow round eyes gleaming spied his prey in the creepy hot jungle. The panther leapted in hunger and sharply ripped his small prey. His eyes gleamed in victory. He walked to his dark den and lay down. Calm silent and peaceful the panther went into a sleppy daze. Then the furious animal jumped up and ripped through the jungle! Running through the open country and a bang went! The panther lay silent and cold. He was dead in the night. THE PANTHER by Danny Walters He was in the boiling hot sun sleeping like a bear in the winter time. He’s as black as a rock and you can’t see him in the night. He’s sly, slick, snoget pouncing on other animals: THE BLACK PANTHER by Kevin Radford The black panther creeps after his prey, very, very, silently.-He is about to pounce on his prey when thére is a disturbance. It is the roar of a lion. He must act fast! The prey is dead! He eats his fill and leaves the rest. The smart panther carries on. It passes a stream! It notices some fish and catches one. The sly Panther hears the hiss of a snake and the singing of a bird. He returns home for it is light again. The slick panther is tired. "Ty and Around the School ~~ \ Elementary School Self Assessment SURVEY RESULTS The following is a brief summary of the results of the questionnaires that went out earlier in the year to Parents and members of the community. Of the 187 Parents’ Questionnaires distributed, 65 were returned, representing a 35% return. Of the 500 Community Questionnaires distributed, 50 were returned, represent ing a 10% return. The following strengths were-identified: 1. PROGRAM — a) a general satisfaction with the emphasis on the “basic” areas of the program. b) students individual needs are oeing catered for through a very good Learning Assistance Program, Teacher Aide use, and Child Care worker. 2. PERSONAL DEVELOPMENT — The respondents perceive the following areas being encouraged and developed: a) independence b) honesty c) self-confidence d) homework e) responsibility 3. SCHOOL OPERATIONS — The respondents perceive that: a) attendance is thoroughly checked b) students are reading at an appropriate grade level c) students are on a program suited to their needs 4. COMMUNICATIONS — The following were identified as aiding in commun- ication: a) newsletter b) “comfortable about contacting school c) rise of parent-teacher conferences d) Parents Advisory Council e) awareness of channels to pursue The following weaknesses were identified: 1. PROGRAM — : a) lack of community awareness of programs offer- ed. 2. PERSONAL DEVELOPMENT — a) lack of discipline and courtesy — although there was no consensus of agreement on whether this problem should be the responsibility of the school or the home. 3. SCHOOL OPERATIONS — a) inadequate facilities - school, playground fence b) lack of awareness of school’s philosphy and ob- jectives. GENERAL — a) the school is meeting the expectations of the parents and the needs of the community. b) the staff is generally held in high regard in terms of: : i) calibre ii) student-teacher relationships iii) willingness to upgrade professional standing and improve competencies. A NEW SCHOOL FOR CASSIAR As was announced in the last issue of the Courier, a new elementary school will be built for Cassiar. Con- struction on the school which will accomodate stu- dents from Kindergarten to grade six, should begin this summer. This is a tremendous asset to Cassiar and much of the credit for this must go to the Official Trustee, Sherry Sethen and District Superintendent, Owen Corcoran. The present building will accommodate students from grade 7.to grade 12 in September 1982. However un: til that time the present facility will have to acquire more space in the community on a temporary basis for next year. : IN AND AROUND SCHOOL DISTRICT 87 THE HOMEWORK HASSLE Homework can be creative and stimulating or bor- ing and mindless. But whichever it is, you-can help your child find the best approach without its being a daily struggle. What is the proper place of homework in a child’s education — and what's the parent's role in relation to it? First, what homework is not. It is not a test of the child’s capacities — and surely not of his parent's. (1 recall a father who thundered at report-card time, “What do you mean, we got a C in our electricity pro- - ject!’) It is not punishment or busy work. Ideally, homework trains pupils to plan and study on their own. It gives them an opportunity to review and mast- er skills taught in class; it encourages them to explore creatively in directions of their own choosing. For parents, the problem with homework is to strike a balance between detachment and overinvolve- ment. You needn’t play policeman. ("If you don’t do your homework right now, there’s no baseball game.”’) You certainly shouldn’t have to bone up on the new math or African nationalism. On the other hand, when a child is clearly anxious or struggling, some support is in order. What's appropriate? ***1+ is always appropriate to say, ‘‘Tell me about the assignment.’ What exactly has the teacher asked for? When a child sits blankly before an essay topic, ask leading questions. (What causes acid rain? In what re- gions is the problem most severe? What solutions have been proposed? And so on.) Don't provide answers, don’t edit or “improve” the child’s work. If you spot mechanical errors, say ‘“You’ve made four spelling mis- takes’’ or “The connection between these statements isn’t clear.’ Remember, what’s important is the learn- ing process, not the grade. If you do the work, you un- dermine the child’s confidence and mislead the teacher as to his needs. *** | et the child determine his regular homework time and stick to that.. Otherwise you're in for battles and delayed bedtimes. During this period, it’s understood there will be no phone calls and no TV. *** Provide a good place to work. If homework is ser- ious business, the child needs the right equipment: a desk, proper lighting, an atlas and a dictionary. Don’t overlook the seductive charms of professional-looking supplies; an assignment book, stapler, file folders, note cards, stationery. *** Take your child to the library. If you don’t your- self know how to use indexes like The Reader’s Guide to Periodical Literature, ask a librarian’s help. Most kids are thrilled to discover how swiftly they can locate material on their subject. *** Never disparage a‘ spect s ee ie It may in- SECRETARY Applications are invited for a post of Secretary to the District Superintendent of toc ls) in the School Board Office. QUALIFICATIONS — The successful candidate will have excellent typing, shorthand and interpersonal skills, with the ability to es- tablish and maintain effective working relationships with superiors, staff and the public and to answer. telephone calls pleasantly and efficiently. DUTIES —> 1. To take and transcribe dictation 2. To type a variety of confidential correspondence and reports 3. To make and cancel appointments for the Board Ad- ministrative staff 4. To take minutes of meetings as Ne by super- intendent 5. To compose non-routine letters in ‘response to en- quiries based upon a knowledge of Board Policies and procedures and 6. To perform other related work as required SALARY RANGE — This is a permanent (12 month period) job with $1450 per month (1981 rate) and includes two weeks holiday pay, as well as one travel claim either to Vancouver or . _ Edmonton for himself/herself and a dependent spouse. ~ Probationary period for permanent positions is 3 months. by Owen Corcoran things the child will have to do in life), but the worst assignment can still provide discipline in responsibility and following directions. And an inventive parent can help the child find ways to make a boring job less bor- ing. Has the teacher really — ho hum — asked for an es- say on How | Spent My Summer Vacation? Suggest a spoof, a fantasy, the vacation of a favorite superhero... A last cheering thought from a veteran teacher: “We do not expect parents to do at night the instruc- tion we are paid to do by day. If you teach your kids that life is wonderful, we will teach them to write and punctuate it.” ON TRAINING FOR PARENTING STEP Systematic Training for Effective Parenting Are you interested in recognizing and accepting the rewarding challenge of creating an effective parent- child relationship that can grow and grow in an atmos- phere of love, understanding, co-operation and mutual respect? If you are, you should consider registering for the STEP Program, which will be conducted by Owen Corcoran, District Superintendent of Schools, in the Cassiar Library on the evenings of May 27, June 1, 3,8 10, 15, 17, 22 and 24. There are nine 2% hour sessions. Before you register please make three decisions: 1. Do | have the courage to be open to, and accept new ideas and attitudes... 2. Will | practice applying the STEP principles and techniques at home with my own family... 3. Do | have the patience for the time it takes to discourage my children’s once effective mis~ behavior patterns... To register please phone 778-7758 and leave your name. Registration will be limited to fifteen. The Parent’s Handbook for the course will cost each registrant $7.50. ON THE SIGNIFICANCE OF SELF-CONCEPT THOUGHT ABOUT YOUR SELF—IMAGE LATELY? Your self-concept is composed of all the beliefs and attitudes you have about. yourself. They actually ~ determine who you are! They also determine what you think you are, what you do and what you can become! It’s amazing to think that these internal beliefs and attitudes you hold about yourself as so powerful; but they are. In fact,.in a very functional sense, they are your SELF. Just go to the mirror and look at yourself And see what the man has to say; For it isn’t your father, or mother or wife Who judgement upon you must pass. i The fellow whose verdict counts most in your life Is the one staring back from the glass. STIKINE SCHOOL DISTRICT NO. 87 POSITIONS AVAILABLE RECEPTIONIST/SECRETARY Applications are invited for a post of Receptionist/_ Secretary to Director of Instruction in the School Board Office. QUALIFICATIONS — — The successful candidate will have excellent typing, and interpersonal skills, with the ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with superiors, staff and the public and to answer telephone calls pleas- antly and efficiently. DUTIES — 1. To act as District Office Receptionist 2. To type a variety of confidential correspondence and reports 3. To make and cance! appointments for the Board Ad- ministrative Staff 4. To compose non-routine letters in response to en- quiries based upon a knowledge of Board Policies and procedures; and 5. To perform other related work as Reauired SALARY RANGE This is a permanent (12 month period) job with $1330 per month (1981 rate) and includes two weeks holiday pay, as well as one travel claim either to Vancouver or Edmonton for himself/herself and a dependent spouse. Probationary period for permanent positions is 3 months. 1ehpIiAd rw, 2e809 Cassiar Courier ‘Mad 1981 Rage 7 ND THE SCHOOL IN AND AROUND THE SCHOOL IN AND AROUND THE SCHOOL IN AND AROUND THE SCHOOL IN AND AROUND THE SCHOOL IN ANDSAROUND hs An If self-image is so important to you, think how im- portant it is to your child as a student and as a person.--’ In the light of the influence of self-concept on per- sonal and academic growth it would seem like a good idea for parents and teachers to follow the /Precept I saw printed. on a drag-strip racing program: ~ Every ef- fort is made to ensure that each entry has a reasonable chance of victory.” Did you encourage a child today? QUOTABLES — Allowing a child to ‘own’ his personal feelings and reactions has a strong impact on his self-esteem. It per- mits him to say: “It’s all right to be me, My: inner ex- periences are legitimate even when they differ from my folks! Having certain feelings at certain times in no way detracts from my value as a person! Dorothy Corkville Briggs, Your Child’s Self-Esteem The most deadly of all sins is the mutilation of a child's spirit. i Erik H. Erikson Young Man Luther ON THE SCHOOL BOARD The Stikine Joint Advisory Board (S.J.A.B.) will hold its next meeting in Atlin on Saturday, May 22, 1981. The Board will consider reaction to the policies proposed at the March meeting and will discuss the draft statement of the District Philosophy of Educ- ation. New olitine are being developed on Schoo! Codes of Student Behavior, Suspension, Expulsion and/or Prohibition of Students, Parent-Teacher Liaison, Dis- trict Expectations for Students, Teachers, Principals and Parents, and Teacher Leaves of Absence. These policies will be presented to the May meeting of the S.J.A.B. for initial discussion. The District Superintendent will be the Ministry of Education’s appointee on the Accreditation Team for Sir Charles Tupper Secondary School in Vancouver during May 4 - 8, 1981. He will also represent the Minis- try at the Advisory Group for Rural Teacher Prepar- ation (University of Victoria, May 19 - 20, 1981). This group will focus on the identification of skills and char- acteristics needed by country school teachers and will make recommendations on special training needs for rural teachers. ON THE OTHER SIDE — Every person needs recognition. It is Scpressed co- gently by the child who says “‘Mother, let’s play darts. I'll throw the darts and you say ‘wonderful’, SECRETAR¥-BOOKKEEPER Applications are invited for a post of Secretary-Book- keeper to the Secretary Treasurer in the School ve Office. QUALIFICATIONS — The successful candidate will have excellent typing, andl interpersonal skills with one year minimum R.1.A. or €.G.A. and general office experience and the ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with superiors, staff and the public and to answer tele phone calls pleasantly and etticiently: DUTIES — 1. Prepare payroll data 2. Assist with general ledger accounts 3. To type a variety of confidential correspondence and reports 4. To make and cancel appointments for the Board Ad- ministrative Staff _ 5.-To compose non-routine letters in response to en- quiries based upon a knowledge of Board Policies and procedures: and 6. To perform other related work as required SALARY RANGE — This is a permanent (12 month period) job with $1450 per month (1981 rate) and includes two weeks holiday pay, as well as one travel claim either to Vancouver or Edmonton for himself/herself and a dependent spouse. Probationary period for permanent positions is 3 months, -PERMANENT:EMPLOYEES MUST CONTRIBUTE 50% OF THE PREMIUM COST OF M.S.P. AND GROUP LIFE INSURANCE PLEASE APPLY IN WRITING TO: SECRETARY—TREASURER, SCHOOL DISTRICT 87 (STIKINE), P.O. BOX 190, CASSIAR, B.C., VOC IEO THE COMPETITIONS CLOSE MAY 19, 1981 AND THE JOBS COMMENCE ON MAY 26, 1981 HL ONNOYY GNV NI 100H9S 3HL GNNOYY GNV NI 100H9S JH GNNOYV GNV NI 100H9S 3HL GNNOYY GNV NI 1OOHIS FHL GNNOUW ONY NI 100H9S 3HLG GNNOUY GNV NI 100H9S 3HL GNNOYV GN NI 100H9S 3HL GNNOYY ONY NI700H9S JHL ONNOYY GNV NI 100H9S 3H1 GNNOUY ONY pubes NOUV GNV NI 100H9S 3HL GNNOYV GNV NI 100HIS 3HDaNNnOuY Nv NI TOOHOS 3HL =