Nappanee Advance-News, Volume 130, Number 40, Nappanee, Elkhart County, 4 October 2007 — Page 11

; - 1 - .' v, ' ;•' ~ v '-■ * ' ‘ -. ■% -?;■ .-fjasL AAmAf | *<. ijf%Fl I WPUIPS ifWf • ».-■- c.• ; 4 '#' wr |be Aptitude Tester wll be given Wednesday, Oct 17, from Bto 11 a.ntat NprthWood High School. The deadline to sign-up in the guidance office is Thursday, Oct. 11 and the cost is $5. D spending on the number of juniors who sign-up for this test, there may be room for the top sophomore students to take test Juniors are given priority. fhilMg CEjyyuAD Viwucvt ximnw . ;: *v On Oct. 4, during homeroom period, there was an informational seminar for junior students interested in pursuing post-secondary study. Handouts were provided. If ytjur student did not attend, please contact die guidance oipce for information. The date tor the ASVAB test has been changed from Oct. 2 ;to Oct. 11. Students who take this test will have the opportunity to participate in career search activities during homeroom once the results of the test are returned to the high school. COLLEGEFAIRS It is not too late to attend local college fairs. This is a fantastic opportunity to visit with admissions counselors from over 100 different colleges and university. Students and parents will be able to compare college options without driving from place to place. Oct. 11: Warsaw High School, 6:30 to 8:30 Oct. 18: Century Center; South Bend, 5:30-8:30 Computer Resources The internet can be helpful in answering questions about colleges, testing services, financial aid and scholarships. Many Web sites explain how to apply for assistance and practice test options. Urey also may provide links to other informative and credible Web sites. Below is a limited list of sources available: www.students.gov; www.collegeboard.com; www.leammoreindiana.org; www.elkhartccf.org; www.collegeviewxom; www.embark.com;www.collegexpresß.com; www.fafsa.ed.gov;www.collegeview.com; www.collegraiet.com; www.collegelink.com;www.review.com.

Nappanee Window changes name to Terra Group, LLC Nappanee Window announced that it has changed its company name to Terra Group, LLC. "Our new name reflects the changes we have made as a company as well as the direction we are heading," said owner and CEO, Steve Brenneman. "Nappanee Window has evolved significantly over the past eight years and our new name symbolizes this growth. We have not changed ownership, location, or staff." Terra Group is a growing company with a vision to bring sustainable engineering and component solutions to rapidly developing industries. "Our goal is for each Terra Group division to offer specialized expertise in every industry served," said Terra Group President and COO, Evan Bontrager. "Our values and passions have shaped our company's development, and thus, Terra Group offers an unparalleled commitment to finding the best solutions to match industry needs. Our goal is to eqtiip everyone in our ext nded partnership - our employees, vendors, and customers - for optimal success. To achieve this, we work intensely with each one to develop customized solutions to

meet requirements." Terra Group and each of its divisions have adopted new logos, visual identities and a new Web site found at wwvf.terragroup.net. Tefra Group, LLC manufactureifc ramps, doors, and comfor the recreational vehicle and cargo vehicle industries, customized aluminum extrusions, and instreajn hydro-power systems. S

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Parent-teacher conferences scheduled

NWMS CONFERENCES North Wood Middle School parent/teacher conferences will take place Oct. 29 from 3:30 to 7 p.m. Report cards will be distributed at the learning fair. Sign up schedule will be available at the learning fair Oct. 25 form 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. Parent/teacher conferences will be Oct. 29 from 3:30 to 7 p.m. Those who cannot attend may call 862-2710. NWMS LEARNING FAIR North Wood Middle School will host its learning fair Oct. 25 from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. Parents will accompany their students to a shortened class schedule. Teachers will present a course overview, grading policy and upcoming events. Parents may schedule individual conferences at that time.

Libraries offer educational opportunities

Nappanee FURTHER INFORMATION More information on the following Nappanee Public Library events is available at 773-7919 or at www.nappanee.lib.in.us. STAMP CLUB The Ben Franklin Stamp Club will meet at the Nappanee Public Library Saturday, Oct. 13. Dr. Forest Kendall, a local collector, organizes the club and leads discussions concerning tips for new and experienced stamp collectors. Anyone in third grade through adult age with an interest in stamp collecting and trading is invited. Participants learn more about stamps and stamp collecting and participate in games for prizes. The club meets the second Saturday of each month at 10 a.m. in the library. CHILDBIRTH CLASSES Find out what to expect when you're expecting in a class offered by Goshen General Hospital. Class meets Mondays, Oct. 15 and 22 at the Nappanee Public Library from 5:30 to 8:30 pm. Meals will be provided. An OB unit tour is held Tuesday, Nov. 6 and a labor rehearsal is scheduled for Tuesday, Nov. 13. Cost is $65. To register, toll free at 877-846-4447. BODY SHAPING CLASSES The Wa-Nee Community Education program offers a Advance News subscriptions s2l a year 773-3127

KINDERGARTEN Kindergarten conferences will be the week of Nov. 12. Kindergarten children will attend school Monday, Tuesday and Wednesday, Nov. 12,13 and 14 and will not attend school Nov. 15 or 16. The Kindergarten teachers will schedule conferences with all parents. ELEMENTARY SCHOOLS Parent-teacher conferences for all three elementary schools are scheduled for Thursday, Nov. 15 after dismissal until 7 p.m. The procedure for scheduling conferences is as below: Nappanee Elementary School: Sign up schedule will be available at the Bulldog open house Oct. 9 from 7 to 8 p.m. Those who cannot attend may call 773-7421. Wakarusa Elementary School: Sign

body shaping class at the North Wood Middle School weight room Monday and Thursday evenings from 6:30 to 7:45 p.m. Oct. 15 through Dec. 6. The class will be devoted to weight loss and body shaping for both adults and students. Cost is S4O. Wakarusa AFTERSCHOOL SPECIAL An afterschool special will fake place Oct. 9 at 3:30 p.m. Students in kindergarten through fifth grade will create a leaf rubbing collage. Registration is required. FRIENDS OF THE ÜBRARY The Friends of the Library will meet Oct. 10 at 1 p.m. Persons interested in giving time and talents to the library are welcome to attend. ÜBRARY TOURS Library tours will take place at 10:20 a.m. Oct. 1 and

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up schedule will be available at the Wildcat open house Oct. 11 from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. Those who cannot attend may call 862-2000. Wood view Elementary School: The PTO open house/ice cream social will be Oct. 2. Those who were unable to attend may call 773-3117. CLASS SCHEDULE Students in T-lthrough 12th grade will attend school mornings only Thursday and Friday, Nov. 15 and 16. Schools will be dismissed according to the following schedule: Wakarusa Elementary School, 11 a.m.; Woodview Elementary School, 11:35 a.m.; Nappanee Elementary School, 11:30 a.m.; North Wood Middle School 11:13 a.m. North Wood High School, 11:15 a.m.

and 10:20 and 11:20 a.m. Oct. 2. These tours during Story Hour time. All patrons are welcome. IN RECOGNITION "Personal Notes: How to Write from the Heart for Any Occasion" by Sandra E. Lamb and " Twelve Extraordinary Women" by John McArthur is given in honor of Cindy Baum by the Wakarusa 1 Library Board of Trustees in recognition of the service Mrs. Baum performed as a Wakarusa Library Trustee. IN MEMORY "The Magic of Ireland" by

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