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16 -- PORT PERRY STAR -- Tuesday, November 28, 1989 tudents learn the hazards of illegal drugs Representatives for Addic- tion Awarenesss Week(Novem- her 9-28) entertained children the Immaculate Conception Otho School, with an infor- Hake lesson.on the hazards of T age of drug use was told by El Elizabeth Gilbert, Edu- on Dios for Paros n a story telli of how wrong decisions can at fect lives. This story also had a message of the importance of working together for a cause, and the wisdom to make safe choices. The Grade 1 and 2 childrens' interest was held as they an- swered questions on hazards around the home. The children were familiar with dangers around the home, and knew What was safe, and what was no Felicity Nelson from the John Howard Society, gave 2 informative "healthy resentation. This TAT a ot of participation from the children. They namec the vital organs of the body and what can happen to these organs if the wrong things are taken in- ternally. MANY THANKS... Port Perry , The Port Perry Star & the Media for your "Bonney" response to our musical "Anne Bonney...A Pirate Adventure" The Scugog Choral Society, Cast & Crew of our SOLD QUT show appreciate your support. and we, the Tom, Nina, Carol, Diane and Lynn . *Watch for the Socios Spd Productiog When the children were asked what they knew was dan- porns around their home, they ew what to stay away from. _One child stated he knew the skull and crossbones on some- thing meant it was dangerous, and not to touch it for any rea- son. Mrs. Nelson also informed the children that medication is something children should nev- er touch, unless their mother, father, or their babysitter gives ioe, Teyiparenis) know Tow much doctor say 8 J should take, to take it safy Even if you think the medicine tastes good, do not take it with- out permission, because it can make these parts very sic she said. The children were visited by another friend(Willie the Bear), whois the mascot for Ad- diction Awareness Week, Willie was on hand to hug the children sndsa display his logo ugs not drugs The children enjoyed the visi- tor who handed out buttons, balloons and hug coupons, re- deemable for a hug anytime, from whomever they wish. Workshop about substance abuse % Substance abuse is a major problem in today's society. cause it is present among the school age, the Durham Board "held a workshop to discuss ways to handle this problem. The teaching of the concerns of drug abuse has been made mandatory starting January, creators are thrilled! 1990, in grades four through ten. In 1991, the issue will be taught to Grade 1 and up. The Board realized it can not man- date enthusiasm, but feels the topic of substance abuse, is a necessary one. Dr. Ron Clavier, from the Council on Drug Abuse, spoke to key teachers at the Durham Board abuse clinic on Wednes- "Willie" the Bear was also on hand at the Catholic School to pass along the message "Try Hugs Not Drugs", to all the children. The students loved "WiIllie" as they each re- ceived a button, a balloon, and a hug from Willie himself. day. EachschoolinDurhamRe- = .. ... gion was represented by a key teacher. This clinic was to pro- vide the teachers with the infor- mation to be a liason between the substance abuse depart- ment and staff, parent groups and students in their school community. The Superiujsndens of Cur- ricallum and Program Bruce Walker addressed the audience on what was taking place and what he hoped to achieve. "We cannot solve all prob- lems in the classrooms, but we can do a bit to help out with the Shige problems," Mr. Walker said. Mr. Clavier gave an informa- (Turn to page 18) BEST SELECTION LATE MODEL JORG Jimmies ~ Blazers - Pickups - Vans Cargo - Passenger 9 ~- 4 Wheel Drive Models Financing with Terms to Suit Your Budget PHILP PONTIAC BUICK LIMITED 10 Vanedward Drive, Port Perrry 985-8474 Representatives for Addiction Awareness Week were at the Immaculate Conception Catholic School this week, to pass along their message of the hazards of drug 'use. Pic- tured with the prop used for the Daa bodies presenta- tion are: Jackie Miller, and Andrew Morin. A QUIZ ... Every week 100 Canadians are killed in traffic accidents. How many each month? How many each year? How many in the last 10 Years? Half of these deaths are alcohol related! WHY AREN'T YOU | ANGRY? Against Impaired Driving) Port Perry High School Branch Sponsored by Emmerson Insurance Brokers Limited, Port Perry