The Mail-Journal, Volume 29, Number 18, Milford, Kosciusko County, 13 June 1990 — Page 2

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THE MAIL-JOURNAL — Wed., June 13,1990

AIDS curriculum receives school board's approval

By MARK HUFFMAN Staff Writer

Describing the newlydrafted AIDS curriculum as one of the most important documents to confront them, Wawasee School Board members passed the outline for the infant program at their regular monthly meeting last night (Tuesday). “We all went back to school on this one,” stated Mr. Henry Smith, assistant superintendent for instruction, who joined 12 other volunteer committee members to plan a curriculum for the school system. An earlier draft received complaints from parents who felt the program would be too explicit. “I do think we have a better document this time around and am recommending that the board accept it for at least a year,” Smith said, adding, “This program wasn’t borrowed from anyone. It was written by Wawasee people and I think it reflects that.” The revised draft includes statements on abstinence. Board member Bill Troup expressed his appreciation for the volunteers’ efforts while president Curtis Jordan added, “I had 58 concerns (with the April document) and we addressed all of those, plus 65 others. The staff and community did an excellent job.” The board unanimously approved the revised curriculum, with the assurance that fourth and fifth grade boys and girls are separated during instruction. In another matter, several personnel recommendations were unanimously approved. Troy Akers will take over the school’s head football coaching position,

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replacing Myron K. Dickerson who has resigned to coach at LaPorte. Akers was signed to a three-year contract and will remain as a special education teacher. Keeman (Kim) Lobsiger will fill the dean of students position left vacant by Dickerson’s departure. He will be employed at the beginning step of the dean’s salary schedule for 205 days during the 1990-91 school year. Also, David Matz, a teacher for 17 years in the corporation, was appointed as half-time administration assistant. He will receive his teacher’s salary (industrial technology) in addition to 20 days at the administrator’s pay rate. Other appointments include: Betty Jo Smith-Roberts, Wawasee Middle School guidance counselor; Anne Gaston Slaughter, WMS language arts, French and Spanish teacher; Jeanne Dutton, Milford School LD-MIMH-MOMH instructor; Joyce Eades, Milford School LPN, and Joanne Barany, WMS LPN; Judy Wolfe, WMS bookkeeper. Summer school teachers hired include: Diane Carmichael, grade 1; Lera Reinholt, grades 2-3; Linda Stookey, grades 2-3; Phyllis Roberts, 2-3; William Lantz, grades 2-3; Robert Cockburn, grades 6-8; Debra Collins, grades 6-8; Diane Elliott, MIMH-MOMH, and Janet Shofner, MIMH-MOMH. Resignations accepted include: Lori E. Williams, learning disabilities resource teacher at Syracuse Middle School; Sheri A. Miller, home economics teacher at North Webster School; Dickerson, dean of students at WHS; Carol J. Perkins, Syracuse Elementary teacher, and Glenna Wagner, Milford School nurse. Also, Jo Ann Robinson, WHS paraprofessional; Doris Coburn,

Syracuse School cook; and Jane Grady, school bus driver. In other business, the board approved the payment of claims for May 6-June 12, totaling $2,635,823.06. Troup, noting the magnitude of the claims, commented, “This is no small business. There are a lot of bills to be paid and it’s no small task.” Dr. Roger Thornton, superintendent, added, “I’m sure that number dropped some jaws a bit, but s2>/ 2 million of that was an investment for 27 days. The actual claims would be $135,823.06.” In a related matter, Dr. Thornton explained the school’s reasoning behind borrowing from debt service funds, noting that the schools receive local tax monies after they’ve been spent (mainly in June and December). “We’re not allowed an operating balance from state government, essentially,” he said, noting that the state reasons that schools should not take money from the taxpayers until essential. “It’s not a decision (that) we locally can control,” he added. In related action, the board rejected all bids for a Tax Anticipation Warrant, although no such bids had been received, while 7 p.m. June 26 was set aside to let Tax Anticipation Warrant bids for July-December. The board also authorized the advertisement of bids for the upgrading (glass lining) of the school district’s four underground storage tanks. Bids will be opened at 10:30 a m. July 3 and will include a stipulation that work must be completed on the tanks between July 10 and August 10. Bids will also be accepted for milk, dairy and bread products on that same date at 10 a.m. After allowing the bids, the board agreed to a revised lunch

program that increases the price of hot lunches 10 cents each day. The board agreed that the increase ($1.15 per day for elementary; $1.20 — junior high; $1.35 — high school; $1.85 — adult) was needed. “We’re very sensitive to what that increase will mean to a family of five for a full year, but we feel this increase is needed. We will continue to provide a well-balanced meal,” Jordan said. Rental fees for textbooks for the 1990-91 school year, recommended by Smith, were also accepted. They include: $39.40, kindergarten; $28.55, readiness; $72.60, first grade; $81.35, second grade; $74.75, third grade; $71.35, fourth grade; $65.95, fifth grade; $77.79, sixth grade; $81.04, seventh grade, and $73.39, eighth grade. A third reading of qualifications required of a corporation' registered nurse resulted in approval while the board also approved a waiver application to the Indiana Department of Education to continue granting credit for algebra in the eighth grade. A drug survey report was submitted by Smith while Donn Kesler, Wawasee High School assistant principal, read a report that showed an 86 percent graduation rate for the class of 1989. Dr. Thornton noted that the school features a “highly mobile population” and expressed satisfaction that the graduation rate was so high. A student who had returned to school, Michelle L. Adams, was granted a G.E.D. (General Educational Development) certificate by the board for her efforts. Donations from the Syracuse and Milford Parent-Teacher Organizations and the North Webster Palace of Sports were

accepted by the board. The Milford organization will provide a new playground circular slide while the Syracuse PTO purchased various items for its school. The palace’s board of directors donated two statues of knights on horses to the new middle school. In a final matter, a school patron questioned whether the length of a school day will be reduced for Syracuse Elementary School as a result of restructuring among bus schedules in the community. Dr. Thornton noted that the state requires five

Akers named new Wawasee football coach

(Continued from page 1) applicant for the job and we’re confident that he can do the job,” emphasized Hal Traviolia, Wawasee athletic director. Akers, 28, said that he plans to work hard in order to continue the success and tradition of the Warrior program, in addition to making the game of football fun for the players. “I’m going to expect a lot from the players and they know it, but at the same time I will put a big emphasis on academics and try hard to make the game something that the players enjoy,” he commented. “I really appreciate the opportunity to take over this program that Myron has built into a very strong and tradition-filled one. The rest is on my shoulders to prove that they made the correct choice in hiring me,” stated Akers. The 1985 graduate of Anderson College (now Anderson University) added that he will continue his role as a special education instructor at Wawasee while also still serving as girls’ track coach.

hours of instructional time, which Syracuse School surpasses. He added, “It is not my intent to request a shortening of the school day. The Syracuse tjme schedule is the one we wish to follow in all three of our elementary schools and we’re trying to address that.” Currently, Milford and North Webster Elementary schools meet for a shorter period of time. The school board meets again in regular session at 7 p.m. Tuesday, July 10.

“I really enjoy my role as a special education teacher and I plan to balance the two (teaching and coaching) in order to succeed at both,” he said. Akers, a native of Elida, Ohio, said that the work for the 1990 season will begin in earnest today (Wednesday) for himself and the rest of the coaching staff. “We’re going to try and recruit our own school to increase the numbers for the program for the fall and work on developing team unity during the summer months through workouts and conditioning sessions,” he said. “I know that I’m really starting from scratch, but with hard work and team unity, the rest of the transition will be easy,” the coach added. “It’s such an advantage for me to already know the program and the kids here and the support that I’ve received from everyone (Dickerson, school administration, assistant coaches) has been great,” emphasized Akers. “I want to bring the family back into the game of football this fall and to continue to build community awareness for the program.” Akers, who, along with his wife Tracey and 13-month-old son Tyler, resides on Sechrist Lake south of North Webster, said that he won’t put any type of limitations on his first squad. “We’re going to have a lot of young players but I’m confident with the type of kids we have that they’ll work hard with us (the coaching staff) to continue the success of the program,” he said. “I plan to work hard to continue the tradition of the program and to have the kids be able to say down the line (in five to 10 years) that they learned something positive from playing football for me here at Wawasee,” concluded Akers. Women have a slightly higher rate of mental disorders than men — 17 percent for women, 14 percent for men. A study by the National Institute of Mental Health indicated that overall, 15 percent of American adults have a mental disorder. — Health News Network

At Milford — Set June 25 meeting on proposed town hall

(Continued from page 1) include a basement, carport and fenced in storage area. In addition to the two composites, the architects also brought specs of what materials would be used to construct each room. Both the plans and specs will be available at the clerktreasurer’s office for public viewing. In his report on the utilities’ department, Dallas Winchester II requested the council’s permission to buy 10 new street lights.

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■TVNWM 1 Bfc B iOa . I FIB KgtKP \ Mu ROGER THORNTON SPEAKS TO ROTARY MEMBERS — Roger Thornton, superintendent of Wawasee Community School Corporation, spoke to the Syracuse-Wawasee Rotary Club at its Tuesday meeting, June 12, at Gropp’s Restaurant, Syracuse. Thornton spoke on school statistics, basic facts, comparisons with Warsaw and Whitko School systems until 1994, and project information on Wawasee Middle School. A statement was made regarding the asbestos problem in the old Syracuse Middle School building. Pictured are Tom Jackson, left. Rotary president, and Roger Thornton. (Photo by Lewis Immel)

Annual dinner last night — Director, solid waste are topics for C of C

(Continued from page 1) member of the year, Caskey presented Tallon with this special honor. Caskey in turn was honored for his leadership as the outgoing president by Cotton. Guest Speaker Currently working with thecounty commissioners on the problem of getting rid of solid waste, Bob Knudsen spoke about his efforts along these linear Though he noted there are many environmental problems which should be of concern (groundwater contamination, solid waste disposal, toxic waste disposal, etc.), Knudsen remained positive stating, “we’ll have a better environment by 1990. . .it’s all of us working together.” Several members of the chamber commended Knudsen for his work, noting his initiation of the former recycling program in Syracuse. Although the recycling bins are gone, Knudsen said a committee is investigating the possibility of buying a mobile recycling unit. The committee is applying for a grant for this purchase.

The council approved the purchase at $250 per pole. The commissioner also told council members his department would soon be starting on this year’s sidewalk program. Residents interested in participating should contact Winchester or Clerk-Treasurer Monica Bice. Informing the council that sign bids were submitted to the state, Winchester said it appears that the town will receive a grant for the signs in November. Painting of street and crossing

Knudsen concluded, “I look with great enthusiasm toward the young people coming up with solutions.” “They’re smart,” he said, adding, “they’re already coming up with new inventions for recycling.” Visiting children After school and during the summer months, my children have their friends over to play. The children were constantly asking me what time it was since they had to be home by a certain hour. This got very tiresome for me. Now when the friends come to visit my children, I ask them what time they have to be home. J tell them that I am going to set the kitchen timer for the amount of time they can stay. I set the timer a few minutes earlier so they will have time to get all their things together, help pick up toys and also give them enough time to get home on time. This has sure helped my days go more smoothly, and the children can play until the time they need to leave. Helen R., Eagle River, Ark.

lines was completed last month. Winchester added the parade in the town went over extremely well. The commissioner commended Bob Rassi on his exceptional work with this year’s parade. In another matter, Winchester said mosquito fogging will continue in the town. He said it will be difficult to give advanced notice with respect to the fogging because it is done whenever the weather cooperates. Where the fogger is run depends on the direction the wind is blowing. “We fog the town of Milford for the benefit of everybody,” the commissioner concluded. Upon Winchester’s recommendation, the council accepted a proposal to pay a tree trimming service to remove broken limbs that are still hanging in trees. In other business, Bice read a letter from the U.S. Department of Justice commending Town Marshal Dave Hobbs on his exemplary trial and investigative efforts in a recent case. The council voted affirmatively to allow Dick Casto’s proposed mobile home park hook onto the town’s water system, at Casto’s expense. The town also confirmed it will draft a letter to the state outlining this agreement per Casto’s request. In new business, the council approved Ordinance 1990-9, reclassifying property from residential to commercial. Previously accepted by Kosciusko County Board of Zoning Appeals, the ordinance involves a property owned by Bruce Hunsberger on the corner of SR 15 and Emeline Street. The council set June 28 as the date for the town’s first budget meeting. The next regular session of the Milford Town Council will be Monday, July 9. Meetings of the council are conducted at 6:30 p.m. in the Milford Town Hall.