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PUBLIC INVITED TO OPEN HOUSE — The public is invited to an open house at Syracuse School on Monday. Sept. 18. from 6:30-8:30 p.m. This event will be the first public viewing of the new addition to Syracuse School as well as an opportunity for parents of Syracuse students to meet their child's or children's teachers. The new addition features seven classrooms, an art room, two music rooms, staff room, computer lab and a new library to the north side of the school building. Members

New addition in use — Open house Monday at Syracuse School

I By DEB PATTERSON Staff Writer Open house for the new addition to Syracuse School has been scheduled for Monday, Sept. 18. This event will be in conjunction with the normal open house for parents and students. The times have been set as 6:30-8 p.m., for elementary students and 7-8:30 p.m., for middle school students. The public is invited and encouraged to attend and see the new rooms John Naab, principal of Syracuse Schools, noted this will be the first public viewing of the addition, which is located on the north side of the building. During the open house, students will be serving as guides in this section of the building. Members of the Syracuse School Advisory Committee will be participating in the event and will be available for questions and comments from visitors. The addition connects the building wings in such away thatthe completed facility leaves the remainder of the site totally flexible for playground, outdoor physical education and traffic purposes.

Syracuse REAL site one of oldest

i By STACEY LESCH Staff Writer (EDITOR’S NOTE: The following article is pari four of a fourpart series about the REAL Services and general nutrition sites in the Milford, Syracuse and North Webster areas.) One of the longest operating nutrition sites in the Kosciusko County area is the Syracuse site located at the Boy Scout Cabin. Serving senior citizens aged 60 and over, the Resources for Enriching Adult Living Services (REAL Services), came to Syracuse approximately 15 years ago providing balanced meals, companionship, and social activities to keep seniors nutritionally and socially healthy Averaging about 24 people daily, the Syracuse site is quite active in the community. Site director Marilyn Taylor tells that the REAL participants share the building with the Boy and Girl Scouts, and also during the summer months, enjoyed the company of the Latchkey Kids. In maintaining the nutrition site, Marilyn says that the seniors, on two occasions, collected money to have the carpets cleaned. In addition, they take pride in their “good neighbor” hospitality as they take it upon themselves to do any minor repairs around the Boy Scout Cabin that they see fit. “We’re here the most so we see what needs fixing,” she says. The Syracuse REAL participants also enjoy working with the local Ministerial Association's food pantry for the needy, and the summer boat-in worship services. In return. Marilyn says the association sends a minister to the REAL Nutrition Site once a month for a dinner blessing and short after-dinner devotion. “We like to stay in touch with the community,” she adds. But, as any group that spends each day together, the seniors have formed a close, family-like bonding. In the past several months they have celebrated one 60th and one 50th wedding anniversary and are always up-to-date on birthdays and other special or unexpected events. “When someone goes into the hospital or nursing home we go visit and follow-up on (their condition),” says Marilyn She adds that since many of the seniors do not have children or other family nearby, the meals provide a message of encouragement —a message that very clearly says the REAL Services care about senior citizens.

The addition gives the Syracuse School seven additional regular classrooms, two new music rooms, one art room, a computer room, additional restrooms, storage areas and a teacher work spot. Additionally, there is a new 50-foot by 42-foot library with an outside door

Administrative structure approved for middle school

(By DEB PATTERSON Staff Writer The administrative structure for the new middle school was approved by members of the Wawasee Community School Board of Trustees last evening. The structure calls for an assistant principal and administrative assistant in addition to the principal. These

Consolidation of THE MILFORD MAIL (Est. 1888) and THE SYRACUSE-WAWASEE JOURNAL (Est. 1907)

leading to a courtyard area. All nine grades at Syracuse, kindergarten through eight, utilize rooms in this new addition with some of the rooms in use last fall. The addition has opened up space “badly needed," according to Naab. The former library has

two persons will be named by XShe end of October, but not employed until the summer of 1990. Board members raised several questions following middle school principal Larry DeWeese's presentation. The structure and salaries were questioned. Bill Troup questioned if this type of structure is found in other middle schools. Dr. Roger Thornton, superintendent, stated there are varied patterns in other middle schools, some have someone

Transportation Information For those who are unable to drive themselves to the nutrition site Marilyn tells that the Happy Wanderer Van will provide transportation on Tuesdays, Thursdays, and Fridays to and from the Syracuse nutrition site. Anyone needing a ride should call the Kosciusko County Council on Aging at least one day prior to the engagement at 267-2012. There is no fee, however, the council does ask for donations. Because most of the Syracuse REAL Services participants take advantage of the transportation, on Mondays and Wednesdays when the Happy Wanderer Van is not available, the Samaritans on Standby (SOS) provides the bus service. For additional information contact the SOS office at 457-5548. Special Activities Much like the other nutrition sites, the Syracuse site is also involved in free health screenings including blood pressure and cholesterol level checks. The seniors are also treated to monthly movie presentations by Syracuse Librarian Rosalyn Jones. As other senior citizens and site directors have already stated. Marilyn agrees that the socializing is perhaps the most important part of the REAL Services meals. “I think it’s just a little more important than the meals because a lot of these folks don’t have families around and this gives them the opportunity to socialize with other people. Edward Kurpinski and Mary Evans also say that their favorite part of the nutrition site is the fellowship and getting acquainted with other seniors. For the most part, the seniors enjoy the meals consisting of juice, a mefit entree, a vegetable, potato, bread, butter, dessert, and coffee, however, Marge Bonv noted, “I’m getting a little sick of green beans. Anyone interested in participating in the Syracuse REAL Services meals can call Marilyn Taylor at 457-2631 Monday through Friday from 10 a m. to 2 p.m. Milford’s site director. Darla Routson. can also be reached at the above time at 658-9702. Mabie Shawver, site director at North Webster can be reached after 2 p m. at 834-2964 See related photo on page 2.

of the Syracuse School Advisory Committee will be on hand to answer questions from visitors. The photo above shows members of Lera Rineholt’s fourth grade reading class in the new library. The library was built with elementary students in mind. All the furniture has been scaled down in size. The most popular place for the students thus far seems to be seating in the bay window area on the south side of the library. Additional photos of the new addition are on page 12 of this issue. (Photo by Deb Patterson)

been divided up into a workroom and a meeting room. The former music room is now a fourth grade classroom. Other classrooms have been utilized by Jan Perzanowski and the Chapter One program; middle school* art; middle school social studies and health classes and for speech and

in charge of athletics and so on and there are some title differences but are similar. Troup directed a question to board member, Phil Payne, who is a member of the middle school parent advisory committee, asking if this was the rationale that committee had. Payne stated it was as the committee wants WCSC to have the best middle school in the state. He also noted that DeWeese's presentation was on target with the guidelines of PAC.

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psychology services. Playground areas have also been completed. The play area for students in kindergarten through second grade can be found north of the new addition. The play area for those in grades tfrfbe through five are to the south, along Boston Street.

Salary ranges were questioned by Dennis Mikel. Dr. Thornton addressed this question by stating he and DeWeese envision the assistant principal salary to be on the scale of a kindergarten through five principal and administrative assistant salary scale to that of a kindergarten through eight assistant principal. It was also questioned if the administrative assistant would have to have a degree in administration and would be teaching any classes. It was noted the person would not need to have an administrative degree. This person may or may not have teaching responsibilities. During the discussion it was noted that once the middle school is open there will be one principal at Syracuse and North Webster for grades kindergarten through five. The selection for assistant principal and administrative assistant may be from within the corporation or outside of the corporation. Structure Explained DeWeese highlighted the rationale, qualifications and responsibilities of the three positions. As principal, he will be responsible for the total school program and implementation of the middle school concept. He will provide vision and direction for the school's mission and set the instructional climate. The principal is the curriculum coordinator, monitors relations between teachers, instructional decisions and the school philosophy. He is constantly evaluating the overall school program. and its effects on students, teachers, parents and the community. Among other responsibilities are evaluating certified and classified personnel and administrative staff, assist teachers in developing interdisciplinary teaching units, develop school schedules and manage the school calendar. He will be directly responsible for school discipline for one year with the final responsibility with him, supervise eighth grade advisor/advisee program and pro-

Milford residences are in violation

I By MARY JANE LORTON Staff Writer Building Commissioner Bill Durbin briefed the Milford Town Council on the results of a survey of residences requiring skirting or storage areas. Durbin’s report came at the regular meeting of the council on Monday, Sept. 11, and revealed 20 offenders of Ordinance 81-5 which requires such skirting and storage areas for single-family residences. According to Durbin, a 1981 ordinance dictates that these residences must the appropriate skirting and storage space in order to meet the town’s standards. This ordinance amends the zoning ordinance of Kosciusko County and reads that the minimum restrictions on all single-family residences include: “. . .a permanent (mortared together) fully enclosed block foundation around the outside perimeter of the structure. . .’’ In addition, it says: “If the residential structure has no basement or garage (attached or detached) a storage building of no less than 384 cubic feet (Bx6xß) must be placed on the property for purposes of storage space. Structure must be anchored.” Exceptions to this ordinance are established mobile home parks, which are state approved, and established mobile home subdivisions, which meet with Area Plan Commission approval.

mote on going staff development programs. The assistant principal will be directly involved with teachers who are developing interdisciplinary team teaching and will be a resource for teachers during the entire day. He will help with the implementation of the curriculum and concentrate on classroom instruction. His qualifications include understanding and supporting the middle school concept, interdisciplinary team organization dnd team teaching, and having a positive attitude. Among the responsibilities are evaluation of the professional staff, assist in school discipline, coordinate academic teams and competition, scheduling of substitute teachers, lunchroom supervision and "supervise seventh grade advisor/advisee program. "The administrative assistant will hold a key to the success of students going to school.” noted DeWeese. This person will be directly involved in student activities, keeping the students interested in school. The assistant's key responsibility is student life and activities. The administrative assistant will coordinate school clubs, student government and publication. direct the school athletic program and intramurals, direct school newsletter, coordinate field trips, and other responsibilities. The assistant will be monitoring student interest constantly. MAD meeting this Saturday The regular monthly meeting of the Milford Area Development Council was postponed last Saturday. Sept 9. due to the absence of several council members. President John Replogle has announced that the meeting will be held this Saturday. Sept. 16. at 9 am. in the Milford Community Building.

When asked how many of the 20 offenders were serious violations. Durbin responded that all 20 “are in major violation.” Although Durbin pointed out that some of the violations may “fall under the grandfather clause,” he asked the council’s opinion on sending a letter to the violators stating that they “may be required” to make some changes in order to comply with Ordinance 81-5. Even though some concern was expressed about requiring these additions of people who already have neat residences, the council decided to proceed with the letter. Department Reports Dallas Winchester 11, utilities commissioner, presented a bid for the painting of lines on three streets in the town. A bid of $1,675.62 was accepted by the council for lines at the following locations: Syracuse Street, from SR 15 to Old SR 15, then from Old SR 15 (on Syracuse St.) to the town limits; South Main Street, from the Turkey Creek Bridge to CR 1150; and CR 1250, from the west side of SR 15 to the town limits. Winchester also apprised the council of a state mandate that will require dechlorination within 36 months. This requirement carries with it building renovations and other additions The total project will run approximately $12,000. The utilities commissioner brought this project to the attention of the council to see how members wanted to proceed. No action was taken at this time. Town Marshal Dave Hobbs told the council that he would like to add items to the schedule of violations which are listed in Ordinance 89-7 “which can be admitted or denied at Milford Ordinance Violations Bureau.” Unsafe start, which Hobbs translates to the “squealing of the tires,” is not currently among the list of violations. Hobbs noted that this violation along with speeding, are the two most common infractions that he comes across. Following Hobbs' report, councilman John Lehman commended the police department on their job in the recent Leesburg bank robbery. Hobbs commented, “we were just in the right place at the right time.” He added, “it shows people who think about these things that it just doesn’t work.” Town Hall Council members decided to write down their own ideas about what they would like to se& in a new town hall. They discussed

Can you match the managers?

If you are good at guessing, then inside this week's MailJournal there is a challenge for every reader. This newspaper is running a contest, along with Lakeland area business managers, from today (Wednesday) until Wednesday, Sept. 20. •* r . WHO IS THIS? Inside there is a group of photos of youngsters and babies who are

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later taking their ideas to a local professional for suggestions in coming up with a plan for a building. Although council members previously discussed contacting some area universities to see if plans might be drawn up by architecture or engineering students, Clerk-Treasurer Monica Bice said that these programs look to plan something “more elaborate” than what Milford has in mind. In addition, if they were to do the work, it may be a year or longer before they are able to begin. Other topics of discussion at the meeting included: •Winchester noted the completion of eight sidewalks so far as a part of the town’s sidewalk program. •The utilities commissioner is looking to develop a three-year plan for a storm sewer project. •Discussion concerning a request for a machine that would vacuum up leaves and catch basins was tabled until next month. •Hobbs has ordered the lenses for the light bar on the police car. •Jay Rigdon, town attorney, brought updated copies of the town code for the council members and clerk-treasurer. •Council members approved a request made by Ruth Angle to sign a proclamation supporting October 22 through 29 as Red Ribbon Week. •Since the paperwork for a rezoning request by Lee Price did not arrive for the evening meeting, the matter was tabled until Area Plan Commission Director Dan Richard gets the information to the council. Vandalized with white liquid Syracuse Police were notified by Timothy Ray Mock, Pierceton, on Wednesday, Sept. 6, that someone had vandalized his 1969 Dodge Charger. Mock stated his vehicle was parked on the west side of the access road, across from McDonald’s, due to mechanical problems, between Monday, Sept. 4 and Tuesday, Sept. 5. When he went back for the vehicle on Tuesday evening, he found where someone had thrown a white liquid on the hood and left side of the car. The damage was estimated up to S6OO.

now business managers from Milford, North Webster and Syracuse for people to identify. There is alsd a list of those store managers participating and current photos. All you need to do is match the names with the pictures before the deadline next Wednesday. Those participating are also asked to name the cutest picture. On Wednesday, Sept. 27, the pictures will be published again along with a current picture of the managers. The winners will also be announced. The first place winner will receive SIOO in Match the Manager Bucks and the second and third place winners will receive SSO each in Match the Manager Bucks. These bucks can be used at any of the participating businesses. The winner of the cutest picture will receive a free dinner for two. When each of the pictures have been identified, the entries should be dropped off at any participating business before closing hours on the deadline day. One entry per person is allowed and entrants must be over 16 years of age Ballot stuffers will be eliminated.