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Section Two The Canadian Statesman, Bowmanville, February 12, 1997 Page 9 Bowmanville High School News Students "Starve" To Help the Hungry by Laura Martin The 30 hour famine had finally come and this year it was better than ever. Starting at 12:00 p.m. on Friday and ending at 6:00 p.m. on Saturday, the participants of this event were able to look forward to a couple of exciting, exciting, fun-filled days. There were 140 participants signed up for the famine this year. Five bands played. They were: False Prophet, Deviation, Oxymoron, Sage, was beneficial and rewarding. A guest speaker spoke about environmental issues and the students seemed to respond very well to this workshop. Youth In Action's goal was to educate the students on what they were about, as well as inspire the individual to stand strong in the issue or issues she/he believes in. Youth In Action covers such issues as discrimination, violence violence against women, envi ronmental issues, AIDS and many more. Over all, the famine was a success and we look forward to one again next year. "Famine" Ends -- Becky Cooper, Crandall Kern and Emilie Lavictoire break their fast on Saturday around six p.m., during the conclusion of the World Vision "30-Hour Famine" held at Bowmanville High School. Over 100 students at BHS went without food much of Friday and Saturday during the "famine." Although they did not consume solid food, they drank water and juice. The students passed the time playing games, watching movies, holding an auction, and listening to performances by local bands. At the end of the 30 hours, the group "broke bread." The famine was a fund-raiser to assist developing countries and remind everyone of the fact that, for many people in the world, going without food is not a choice but a necessity. and the Steve Wraith Band. The result of months of preparation from head organizer organizer Becky Cooper and a group of fifteen other Bowmanville High School students led to many different activities and games arranged to entertain the participants. Basketball, volleyball, and badminton were available and several movies were played during the evening, including The Power of One and Phenomenon. Saturday afternoon at approximately 12:00 p.m., there was an auction. Many companies donated products to be sold at the auction and donated to World Vision Cdnada. Juice was also donated donated for the students by several companies which included A & P, M & M Meats, and Everfresh. . Bread was also donated to the famine kids at the end, to break the 30 hour fast. Bread was donated by A & P, Sugar's bakery and Carter's bakery. A peace workshop by Youth In Action was also held Friday night. The workshops covered the topics of how to be an activist, an individual, and to appreciate ourselves, others and the earth. Each Youth In Action member told his or her story of why she/he joined the group and how it Board Opens Home Page The , Northumberland- Clarington Board of Education officially launched its Board Home Page on the World Wide Web at last week's meeting. Trudy Lum, Superintendent of Program, and Dave Meldruip, Manager of Computer and Information Services, demonstrated demonstrated Phase 1 of the Page which included the Board's Motto, Mission's Statement, and Department Services. Links are available to other sites including the Municipality of Clarington, the County of Northumberland and other related sites. Phase 2 of the implementation implementation is planned to include links to all schools within the Board's jurisdiction. The Board believes that this will be a good way to provide parents and community members access to information regarding programs programs and services offered to students within the jurisdiction. The Board's general E-mail address is "general® ncboard.edu. on.ca" and the World Wide Web address is "www.ncboard.eclu.on.ca". r i wmM, 11(1 I t' : i I w i I - - - Here's what we'll do: • Replace front brake pads with new premium quality brake pads with a Lifetime Warranty. Includes semi-metallic pads where applicable • Inspect caliper mounting and sliders • Inspect rotors for wear and/or damage • Top-up brake fluid • Inspect hydraulic system for leaks • Road-test vehicle NO-CHARGE BRAKE INSPECTION DID YOU KNOW? Over time, brake fluid absorbs moisture which may result in: • Overheating fluid causing 'soft pedal' • Corrosion of metal components • Deterioration of vital rubber components Most vehicles should have a brake flush every 4 years or 50,000 km. Consult your owner's manual for details. It is important to have this service performed on vehicles with ABS brakes. Come in to Canadian Tire for FROM Most cars, light trucks and vans Licensed, Trained Technicians • Top Quality Parts • Nationwide Guarantees