The Mail-Journal, Volume 23, Number 59, Milford, Kosciusko County, 11 February 1987 — Page 14
THE MAIL-JOURNAL —Wed., February 11,1987
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School news
Present drug program at Syracuse Junior High
state, county and city law enforcement agencies are working together with Syracuse schools to present the “Just Say No” anti-drug program. Indiana State Trooper Thomas Perzanowski opened the Syracuse “Just Say No” antidrug program on Friday, Feb. 6, by showing a drug display. Perzanowski explained dozens of drugs that young children are using and explained the damages that could result from using them. Pictures of birth defects attributed to marijuana use were shown to the eighth grade students, reminding them what can happen to their future children and themselves should they get on drugs. He explained that drugs, like alcohol, alter and destroy genes and chromosomes that may be passed on from one generation to another, causing birth defects. The thing he stressed the most xxps the dangers of taking “look alike” drugs, because the user never knows what is in them or the dosage. Things such as rat poison, drain cleaner, moth ball crystals, etc., have been used as fillers causing serious medical problems. The fact was also stressed that THC, the psychoactive substance in marijuana, is fat soluble and not water soluble. The THC stays in the fatty tissues of the body for an average of 30 days, providing the user stops. If not, a person who smokes just two joints a day for six months will have his or her body completely saturated with THC. Burdell Blackburn, county juvenile detective, also spoke to the students about the effects of drugs and alcohol. Detective Blackburn explained the effects alcohol has on the human body and the consequences of being arrested. He advised the students to "Just Say No” to drugs and alcohol.
SAVE SCHOOL FROM DRUGS — Chief Robert Ziller of the Syracuse Police Department sums up the drug talks by telling the students the school is theirs, and only they can save it from drugs.
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Syracuse Chief of Police Robert Ziller told the children the school is theirs and they are the only ones who can save it from drugs. Throw the pushers out, Ziller said, and embarrass the users. Then and only then, can one save the schools and get down to learning and planning for the future. Christy Cobbum, 16-year-old junior at Wawasee High School, told her story of alcohol and drug abuse. She told the group of students how she started on drugs and alcohol at the age of 14. First it was beer, then marijuana, and on to acid and speed. Cobbum told of the pain she suffered, along with the pain and suffering she caused her family. She told the group of how she first ran away from home and was arrested. After being placed on probation, she was caught with drugs and spend eight months in Girls’ School. Cobbum told the group that true friends do not get each other involved in drugs and alcohol. A true friend would want to see the other get ahead and make something of one’s self instead. “Just say ‘no to drugs and alcohol’ and you'll say ‘yes to life’,” advised Cobbum. - In fashion When navy blue and white appears in shop windows, can spring be far away? This combination in garments returns year after year as a spring favorite. For contrast, a rich, navy blue chanel cotton cardigan is pure elegance over a pale ivory blouse and skirt accented with a navy belt. The navy blue duit .with>- a creamy white silk blouse will be quite fashionable/fdr almost any occasion. The occasion will determine accessories and jewelry.
• J" ■ IV i WMHi TELLS OWN STORY — Christy Cobbum, a 16-year-old junior at Wawasee High School, tells of her own experiences with alcohol and drugs to the eighth grade students at Syracuse Junior High. ■ra “ ■IX Bl SB DANGERS OF ALCOHOL — Burdell Blackburn explains the alcohol to the eighth grade students at Syracuse Junior High School during Syracuse’s “Anti-Drug” month.
Legislative update
Betty Corbitt, external affairs specialist from the Indiana Department of Education, will be giving a legislative update on House Bill 1360, also known as the Evans Package, Monday, Feb. 16, at 7 p.nK,' in the Wawasee High School Cafeteria Annex. The update is open to the public and is co-sponsored by the Parent-Teacher Organizations of Milford, North Webster and Syracuse. A question and answer time will be provided. House Bill 1360 is the new school proposals in which Governor Robert Orr is recommending to spend $372.5 million on 31 new or expanded programs in education during the next two years. Some of these programs include a 10-day longer school year, full day kindergarten, increase in student achievements, make up
for snow days, state wide testing for education progress and remedition and learning base promotion, just to name a few. This bill will effect taxpayers, as well as students, teachers and parents. Syracuse school kindergarten census now being taken The Syracuse school kindergarten census will be taken during the month of February. The purpose of the kindergarten census is to obtain the names of students who will be attending kindergarten at the Syracuse school during the 1987-88 school year. To be eligible for admission to the kindergarten program, a child must be five years old on or before September 1 and reside in Turkey Creek Township porth of CRIIOON. If anyone has knowledge of a child eligible for admission to the kindergarten program who resides within the Syracuse school attendance area, contact the school by calling 457-4484 or by writing to Syracuse School, 201 East Brooklyn, Syracuse, Ind. 46567.
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Education classes set to begin
Adult education in the school is a direct service to the taxpayer. It serves young and old alike. During the past year, many people in the community were served by recreation or trade-related classes. Again, a wide variety of classes are offered this fall to include a few new classes. This spring, classes will be held at Wawasee High School, Fairfield High School, Milford Elementary, North Webster Elementary, and in businesses as appropriate. The spring classes will begin the first week of March and run as designated for each class. No classes are held when school is closed for any reason. In this event, a class is extended for the number of sessions missed. Adult Education flyers are available from the Vocational office at Wawasee High School, 457-3147, ext. 202, and from various scho'ols and businesses in the community. Mail-in registrations are being accepted at the time. The attached form in the Adult Education flyers may be used for registration. Class enrollments are limited in some classes and registrations are accepted on a first come basis. A registration fee must accompany each" registration form to be enrolled. For the convenience any of the following options may be followed for registration: 1. Use the mail-in registration form in the Adult Education flyer with a check attached. 2. Come to the vocational office any day during school hours (8 a m. to3p.m.). 3. Come to the vocational office Monday, Feb. 23, from 8 a.m. to 6 pin. New classes offered in the spring program are Spanish. Creative Writing, Money Management and Color Analysis. The following is a listing of the classes offered. Please include the number of the class when registering. The deadline for registration is Monday. Feb. 23. 111. Woodworking — Starts Monday, March 2, 6:30-9 p.m. J. Garber, instructor. Eight weeks, at Wawasee, Room 306. Work with types of wood, hand tools, power tools, by completing small projects. Help for the beginner and access to power equipment lor the advanced students. 212. Woodworking/fciirfield — Starts Thursday. March-ft 6:30-9 p in. J. Garber, instructor. Eight weeks at Fairfield High School. Room 118. Work with types of wood, hand tools, power tools, by completing small projects. Help for the beginner and access to power equipment for the advanced students. 113. Upholstery — Starts Tuesday, March 3, 6:30-9 p.m. P. Farber, instructor. Eight weeks, at Room 306. Learn basic skills in restoration, foundation and installation of new fabrics. Have a small project in mind. >■ 114. Typing/Keyboarding — Starts Tuesday. March 3, 6:30-9 p.m. M. Brewer, instructor. Eight weeks, at Wawasee, Room 217. Learn basics, develop speed and accuracy in the fundamentals of typing. 1 15. Computer Literacy/Milford — Starts Monday, March 2, 6:30-9 p.m. Five weeks, at Milford School. Learn how to use software and become familiar with the computer keyboard, printer, disk system, terminology and Basic language
terminology. Limited enrollment. 216. Computer Literacy/North Webster — Starts Tuesday, March 3, 6:30-9 p.m. B. Hoffman, instructor. Five weeks, at North Webster School, Room 208. Learn how to use software and become familiar with the computer keyboard, printer, disk system, terminology and Basic language terminology. 217. Computer Literacy/Fairfield — Starts Thursday, March 5, 6:30-9 p.m. M. Jordan, instructor. Five weeks, at Fairfield, Room 208. Learn how to use software and become familiar with the computer keyboard, printer, disk system, terminology and Basic language terminology. 118. Computer Word Processing Starts Monday, March 2, 6:30-9 p.m. Monday and Wednesday. J. Robbins, instructor. Two weeks, at Wawasee, Room 215. Learn how to do word processing on the computer; a valuable skill for letters, reports or paper writing. Course will deal with word processing, data base and spread sheet. Limited enrollment. 119. One Minute Manager — Starts Tuesday, March 3, 7:30-9 p.m. J. Evans, instructor. Three weeks, at Wawasee, Voc. office. This class will provide first line managers with three valuable management techniques. One will learn how to increase profits, improve productivity and 'contribute to individual growth and development. Maximum enrollment, 10. 120. GED — Call 457-3147, ext. 202, for enrollment information. N. Nelson, instructor. Tuesday/Thursday, Wawasee library annex. Individual assistance to take the GED test. 131. Bodyworks (Aerobics) — Starts Monday, March 2, 7-8 p.m. Monday and Wednesday. T. Sumpter, instructor. Eight weeks, at Wawasee, PE annex/weight room. One hour of workout to music: 20 minutes cardiovascular, individual may work at his/her own pace. The rest of the hour is toning stomach, hips, inner/outer thighs and arms. 132. Co-ed Volleyball — Starts Tuesday, March 3. 7-9 p.m. D. Eldridge, instructor. Eight weeks at Wawasee PE annex. A good game for physical exercise. Enjoy competitive volleyball while learning to volley and serve in weekly matches. Instructions will be given. 133. Ballroom Dance — Starts Monday, March 2, 7-9 p.m. R. Duesler. instructor. Eight weeks, at Wawasee/old gym upstairs. For some fun in one’s life, learn the basic steps in foxtrot, waltz, rumba, swing and polka. 134. Beginning Quilting — Starts Monday, March 2, 6:30-9 p.m. C. Clark, instructor. Six weeks, at Wawasee, Room 103. “Let’s finish that quilt project.” Started a crib quilt, Christmas tree skirt, table runner or quilt in a previous class? Now’s the time to get it finished. Cover assembly, quilting and finishing techniques such as mitered corners, bindings and prairie points will be covered. 135. Painting — Starts Tuesday, March 3, 7-9 p.m. N. Glover, instructor. Eight weeks, at Wawasee, Room 200. Techniques will be explored from the stretched canvas to the finished painting in acrylic or oil. Both beginning or more advanced painters are invited. 136. Conversational Spanish — Starts Tuesday, March 3, p.m. N. Ashpole, instructor. Six weeks, at Wawasee, Room 213. Learn basic Spanish grammar and vocabulary, helpful tips for traveling to a Spanish-speaking country and interesting cultural highlights. 137. Creative Writing — Starts Monday, March 2, 6:30-8:30 p.m. N. Ashpole, instructor. Six weeks at Wawasee, Room 213. Untap one’s literary potential by creatively expressing one’s feel-
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ings via poetry or short story. Write for pleaure or publication. 138. Money Management Class — Starts Tuesday, March 3, 7-9 p.m. L. Lahr, instructor. Five weeks at Wawasee, Room 118. The topics include inflation, investments in stock and bonds and mutual funds, general financial planning and taxes in light of recent tax changes. Whether one has money to invest or want to accumulate for future needs, this class is a must. One will have the opportunity to develop one’s own financial plan. 139. Color Analysis — Starts - Tuesday, March 3, 7-8:30 p.m. R. ■ King, instructor. Three weeks at Wawasee, Room 116. Discover,
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Vocational Education Week observed in area schools
By RICHARD M. WYSONG 1 Vocational/Continuing Educ. I H'awasee Area Vocational Coop. Vocational education helps fulfill the need for expanded career exploration, job preparation, vocational guidance and related experiences through which all students, especially general students, realize the importance of their high school education. Vocational education has often been considered as apprenticeship training for those capable of working with their hands and not with their heads,, slow learners or students not college-bound. This is actually a myth. Vocational training is for everyone! Vocational education develops job skills that enable students to finance advanced education and to secure full-time employment should they not complete post secondary education. Vocational education provides the student with knowledge and skills to immediately enter into a wageearning situation and become a tax-paying citizen. The Wawasee area has a vocational cooperative system which serves Wawasee, Fairfield and West Noble High Schools. The students attend the' school that specializes in their vocational interest. For example, Wawasee offers office education, DE, automotive and agriculture mechanics; and building trades. West Noble teaches printing, LCE and ICT; aiid Automotive Mechanics. Fairfield offers cosmetology and building trades. By combining the three school corporations, more programs can be offered to more students. This year, there ar? 70 transfer students commuting to and from three schools. Vocational education is generally offered during the
through being color-analyzed, by a professional color consultant, the correct use of color in clothing and cosmetics. Learn the correct colors, how to feel confident about one’s self and look younger, more alive, more vibrant. Wardrobe techniques and how to_dress for success in the business world will be covered. 240 Beginning Sewing/Fairfield — Starts Thursday, March 5, 6:30-9 p.m. V. Steffen, instructor. Eight weeks at Fairfield, Room HL Learn basic clothing construction, fitting and selection of pattern and fabric while making a garment of one’s choice. (The registration fee does not include the cost of materials.)
junior and senior years of high school. The classes are taught in three-hour blocks. Attendance is mandatory to avoid failing. Students taking vocational courses learn much faster on the job than their peers in the work situation. The vocational program tries to simulate the work experience. Each vocational class offering has an advisory committee. It is composed of those in that vocational field, the instructors and parents. All committees have between five to 12 members, with some groups more active than others. To teach vocational classes, instructors- must have more than a fdrriTal education. The teachers pnist have real work experience in the field they are teaching. Vocational training is for someone who wants to learn a skill and get training "before” leaving school. It is cost-saving for both the student and the employer. The student with a vocational background doesn’t have to be taught from the ground up. In the vocational cooperative, the students are still a part of their classes. The homerooms, elections, and other school activities are before vocational classes so students do not feel disoriented from their peers. Recent statistics indicate high school graduates have a high unemployment rate. Many do not know how to find employment. Vocational program graduates have lower unemployment rates than either academic or general program graduates, according to a recent consumer’s report on Indiana high school education. The National Alliance of Business recently made the statement that “Employers welcome new employees with the kind of background that only vocational education can offer.” Vocational education enhances student success in building the bridge to the adult world through job-oriented experiences. Vocational education can be for everyone. Area students on Purdue dean's list A total of 3,233 Purdue University students earned a spot on the distinguished-student list for the fall semester. Representing slightly less than 10 percent of the undergraduate enrollment on the West Lafayette campus, these students achieved a 5.5 or higher grade-point average on a scale of 6. Those area students achieving this honor are Thomas Alan Hamilton, r 2 box 488, Leesburg; Annette Sue Beer, r 1 box 250, Milford, pharmacy and pharm. science,- 7 Sharon Kay Bohnstedt, PO Box (327, Milford, consumer and faimly—science; Ryan W. Wuthrich, r 2 box 107, Milford, mechanical engineering; and Michael R. Yoder, 16 Camelot Dr. r 1, ivniford, eiectrrcai engiuvei* ingtech. (AAS).