Support exceeds school's expectations; more spor 9 rom S LUDENTS on page A36 dad to donate," adds Knoll. One youngster even found $3 and donated it to the cause, she says. In less than two weeks, enough money was raise d flot only to sponsor a littie English boy and French girl (to reflect the French Immersion achool), but to offer one time donations of a clean water weIl, mos- quito nets, 10 mango trees, thrce hens and a rooster, a home birthing it and classroom supplies. Before the project even began, students had to 'persuade' principal Gary JenIns that it was a viable idea, which they did by writ- ing letters to him. Among the pleas was one from Nick Gharabaghi wbo wrote "the lega- cy aspect of the Foster Child program ia a great way to learn responsibility and a way to practice Pay It Forward. .... when you're *2011 ,Ra il Hal 'ton Region will be hosting four ramn barrel sales events ta promnote wise outdoor water use. Halton residents can purchase a rain barrel for $42, cash only, at any of the remaining truckload sales. Diverting water from a downspout into a ramn barrel allows you ta capture ramn water and store it for future use ta water gardens, shrubs and potted plants. Dat . cat.io Saturday, May 7, 2011 8:00 a.m. ta 12:00 p.m. Mapleview Mail, 900 Maple Avenue, Burlington (lawer parkinq lot) Saturday, May 14, 2011 Oakville Place Mail, 240 Leighland 8:00 a.m. ta 120 p.m. Avenue, Oakville (lower parking lot) SatudayMay28, 011 Milton GO Station Parking Lot Satuda May 28, 12:01 . 780 Main Street East 8:00a.m.to 1:00 .m. (Main &Thompson), Milton Saturday, June 4, 2011 Robert C. Austin Operations Centre, 8:00 a.m. ta, 12:00 p.m. 11620 Trafalgar Road, Georgetown e Limit of one per purchase, per household * Must provide proof of Halton Region residency (i.e. Driver's License) * 208 litre (55 gallon) capacity * Minor assembly required For more information visit www.halton.calwaterconservation. done, you pasa the job on to the next Grade 5's. This way, you learn to be responsible for eamning the money, and for taking care of the foster child. Cady Bisbop listed two reasons for pursu- ing the sponsorsbip were to teach the Grade 5 students to get more involved in their world and to set an example for aIl Halton schools. "My third reason la it will make two lîttle 1Halton SmaII BL Upcoming Business Sei Startling a SmaIi Uusiness:A general overview of the things you will need ta consider, along with resources ta help yau succeed. Covers structure, registrations, regulations, licences, taxes and financing options. Wed., June 8 Milton Public Library .6:30 - 8:30 p.m. $25lperson Marketing: Convert those prospects into paying customers by learning about targeting, branding, marketing plans and promotion. Wed., Junel15 Halton Hilîs Public Library, Acton Branch 6:30 - 8:30 p.m. $25lperson Registration and pre-pymbnt for ai seininars is required as seating lis limited. "g- The start of the warm weather means West Nile virus (WNV) season is quickly approaching. Beginning in May, Halton Region's Health Department will be monitoring the mosquito population ta determine the human risk of WNV. When required, the Regian will also begin larviciding catch basins and other public areas of standing water where mosquito larvae have been identified. Help reduce the risk of WNV by removing standing water where mosquitoes like to lay eggs, including old tires, toys, clogged eaves traughs, plant saucers-anywhere water can gather for seven days or more. For more information about WNV or the WNV program, visit Halton Region's website at www.halton.ca/wnv. Gary Carr Regionai Chair flioW set" June 1 9,30 ah. Regional council June 14 9.30 arn. Health & Social Services cte June 15 9-.30 a.m. Planning & Public Works cte June 15 1:30 p.nî. Administaton & Rnance cte Contact us for more information and registration details for these events. Join our online community. Get connected at www.halton.calbusiness! isorship added children in a big scary world very, very . happy. 1 think thia ia important because noe one on the face of our planet should be hun- 51 gry and/or homeleas,"- she wrote. Added Brynne Madden, " ... Canada haas so mucb and it would be veiy nice to give some of our extra money to help (a) smail- child in need. Maybe if we do things to help other countries now they can help us some time in the future!" aa ninars and Programs Consulltant-on-Site Progranc In partnership with the Halton Hilîs Public Library, a business consultant will be available ta meet with small business clients at the Georgetown - Branch Library on Thurs., June 16. Appointments must be booked in advance. No cost.