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The Canadian Statesman, Bowmanville, July 20,1983 3 SMALL TALK Donna Fairey \ Cover your eyes for I'm about to impart four dirty words. Alternate full day kindergarten. They're only off-color if you happen to be an individual who opposes five year olds attending kindergarten classes on a full day basis, every other day. The hornet's nest exploded a few weeks back • when the Northumberland and Newcastle Board of Education introduced a proposal to implement the AFD program in jurisdiction schools. No bones were made about the purpose of the proposal. It surfaced around budget time along with several other cost saving suggestions. The rest is history. Parents rose up strongly against the AFD proposal. Irate moms and dads lashed out at the board saying that members had tried to railroad the proposal through in secret. Accusations were also made that the board failed to properly research the effects of such a program and that elected representatives lacked sensitivity. Too, parents suggested that board member interests were restricted to budget cutbacks rather than a responsible attitude focusing on the education of children. AFD was a proposal based strictly on dollars, they contended. Responding to the obvious resistance, the board unanimously agreed to set up a full scale committee which would undertake an in-depth study of the matter. The task group would optimistically consist of three board members, three parents, representatives from primary education and board administration staff. After several weeks and persistence by various board representatives, the AFD committee has been established. Vy SPECIALS V< ^m Discontinued Make-Up 1 /2 Price (off original price) Fancy Combs Head Bands Vz Price Flowers $1 00 1 ■ + tax Kui 'n KmaI feeauty, &lt04i Open 6 Days a Week Thursday and Friday evening (by appointment) Early hours Saturday only 7 a.m. - 2 p.m: 71 King St. East Bowmanville 623-5019 Unfortunately, some on both sides ot the fence have made it known they feel the study is a waste of valuable time. I don't. This time around the cart is before the, horse and the committee's study will either support the AFD program or give it a decent burial for all time. The dubious honor of chairing this contentious committee has been bestowed upon me. Elected board members, Verna Shackelton and Elizabeth Parken, representing the eastern and central areas respectively, will also serve on the taste force. Administration is currently in the final processes of rounding out the remainder of the study group which is scheduled to begin meeting in September. It is intended that the sessions will be open to the public in order to avoid any further suggestion of board secrecy. Perhaps Northumberland MPP Howard Sheppard, who lent energetic support to parents during their resistance attack on the board, will turn out. He may even explain to parents and others that cost saving proposals like the AFD program are becoming exceedingly necessary partly Decause of provincial cutbacks in education funding. The board has made every attempt to form a committee which will approach the AFD issue with objectivity. This study group may indeed settle more than the merits of the kindergarten program. It may be proved that parents are indeed willing to pay the pricey cost of education today in spite of rampant grumblings to the contrary. Opponents of the AFD program urged the board to undertake budget surgery in other areas. However, having tried that also, it's becoming abundantly clear that no individual or group is receptive to cost saving measures when they are personally affected by the end product. A plea to cut taxes without reducing service in a labor intensive business is a difficult request to meet. The situation is further complicated by provincial legislation which mandates the implementation of new and costly education programs. And while the government pulls its purse strings tighter, school boards are left 1 holding the dirty bag. It's a tough league but committees like the AFD group may, if nothing else, engender a mutual respect and understanding for today's growing education dilemmas. Marching Bands Compete For Central Canada Title On Sunday, July 24, nine competing drum and bugle corps will meet at the Marching Marching Band Spectacular to be held at the Oshawa Civic Fields at 1:00 p.m. Appearing in competition will be the Ridge Raiders, Hamilton; Rebels, Oshawa; St. Andrews, Cambridge; Cadets of Dutch Boy, Kitche ner; Conqueror Two, Hamilton; Hamilton; Ambassadors, Newmarket; Newmarket; Canadian Knights, Peterborough; Kavaliers, Kitchener; Frontiersmen, Buffalo, New York. An added attraction will be an exhibition by the Brantford Girls Drum and Bugle Corps. The girls are celebrating their ,30th anniversary this year. They are one of the oldest continuously operated corps in North America. The bands will be competing for the "Central Canada Championships." Tickets are $3. for adults, $2. for senior citizens and children between 5-12. Children under five will be admitted free when accompanied accompanied by an adult. Tickets are available from the Rebels Marching members members or at the gate. it's so easy... HOME OF THE FUEL ECONOMY CAM. MIDWAY DATSUN 1300 Dundas St. E., Whitby 668-6828 ^uiUkUcle - 'fVedulimÿ Hampton United Church was the scene of a lovely wedding on Saturday, June 11th, 1983, at 3 p.m. when the Reverend F. Paul Erb united in marriage Patricia Lyn Guest and Russell John Gilbride. The organist was Mr. Douglas Dewell. The bride's parents are Mr. and Mrs. Joe Guest Jr., Hampton, and the groom's parents are Mr. and Mrs. H. Clifford Gilbride, Oshawa. Given in marriage by her parents the bride wore a traditional formal white gown with train, Juliet beaded cap and fingertip veil, and she carried a bouquet of long stemmed pink roses. The bride and her father were driven to the church, and the bride and groom from the church, by a horse drawn antique buggy driven by Mr. Lome Hoskin of Blackstock. The maid of honour was Heather Ballard of Hampton and the bridesmaids were Glenda Lavender of Windsor, Heather and Chris Gilbride, both of Oshawa, sisters of the groom. Ian Gilbride of Oshawa, brother of the groom, was best man. Ushers were Joe W. Guest of Hampton, brother of the bride, Eric McLaughlin and Gord Libby, both of Oshawa. The reception was held at Tyrone Community Centre. Mr. Jim Pascoe of Chagrin Falls, Ohio, was Master of Ceremonies. Following the reception, the happy couple left for Jamaica on their honeymoon. The bride's going away outfit outfit was a two piece white linen suit with pink hat and acce- sories. Sne wore a pink gardenia corsage. Mr. and Mrs. Gilbride are now residing at R. R. No. 3, Little Britain. Photo by Cruysen Photography SCOTTY'S COLLECTABLES antiques, gifts hand crafted treasures 123 King West Newcastle Village 987-5028 Open 6 days 10 a.m. - 5 p.m. Closed Wednesay * Open Sunday * We are also located at the Oshawa Bazaar and Flea Market every Sunday. 727 Wilson Rd. S., Oshawa (2 Blocks south of Bloor St.) Sidewalk eatance Thurs., Fri., Sat. - July 21-22-23 Exterior Alkyd White SAVE 25% æ $14.95 Imperial Gallon WALLPAPER REMNANTS CHEAP!! Many In-Store Paint and Wallpaper Specials 2" and 3" Bristle Brushes $ Price m ABERNETHY'S Paint and Wallpaper HR •OWMANV1US Erteroftoueenst^ 55 King St. W. 623-5431 Bowmanville Hour*: Monday to Thursday 8 a.m. - 8 p.m. Friday 8 a.m. • 9 p.m. Saturday 8 a.m. • 5 p.m. Hey Kids ! IT'S THE FIRST Bike and Trike Parade to be held on Friday,July 22nd Starting at 9:00 a.m. at Vanstone's Mill Parking Lot and finishing at Graham's IGÀ Parking Lot where the judging will take place. Bicycle or Tricycle Must Be Decorated and Rider Must Be In Costume! Contest open to boys and girls ages 14 and under - ENTRY FORM - Name ADDRESS i ffi . TTt~"~T do 5h iraifc BOWMANVILLE BUSINESS CENTRE Category □ Most Original □ Most Comical □ Most Patriotic □ Kindergarten to Grade 3 □ Grade 4 to Grade 6 □ Grade 7 or Grade 8 Send or bring in to: THE CANADIAN STATESMAN King St. West - Bowmanville