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2. EDENTON CLAIMS DIVISION CROWN SPORTS, B1 INSIDE, A3 HELPING HANDS Q&A with Katy Shook BARBECUE RECIPES COMMUNITY, C1 4 ' * • INSIDE, A2 Schools surprised by test scores First year raises ) concerns, second shows increase By Earline White Managing Editor The preliminary results for new standardized state tests have raised concerns across the state. New testing standards implemented last year for Algebra I, n, Geometry and English I have result ed in scores lower than anticipated, Willie Koonce, director of ac countability and testing, told the local school board at their ' July meeting Monday night. “Raising the standards en sures a period of adjustment,” Koonce said Monday ..., Students in English I scored j 68 percent proficient; in Alge bra I, 42 percent proficient; Geometry, 71 percent; and Al gebra II, 84 percent. Across the region “But the scores reflected at our schools Eire in line with schools throughout the north east region,” Koonce SEiid. “Anytime something changes it takes three-to-five years for the students and staff to ad just. “The state is requiring more higher-level thinking, which takes time for the teachers to apply that knowledge and the students to respond,” Koonce added. Koonce added that even state officials were concerned when the' test results came back lower than expected. “The state is looking into it,” Koonce said of the lower than-anticipated preliminary test results.. V “We want the children to See SCHOOLS, Page A2 > INDEX A Local Opinion . A7 Land Transfers....,.A6 B Sports Steamers News......... B1 Nascar...,.*.B2 C Community News Upcoming Events.C2 Society......C4 Obituaries.... C6 Church...C7,8 D Classifieds Buy/Sell/Trade .....,.....D1 Service Directory.D2 Employment.;.D4 II IM iwi ■ 6 "—8 907 6“4 4813,,u 0 02006 The Chowan Herald All Rights Reserved •iVvft; Peter Nizborski and "Uncle Sam" prep for tonight's festivities and fireworks at Colonial Park. WHAT — CHOWAN-EDENTON OPTIMIST CLUB,28™ ANNUAL FABULOUS FOURTH OF JULY f WHEN — 4 P.M. TODAY | WHERE — COLONIAL PARK, EDENTON WATERFRONT WEATHER — SUNNY, 86 DEGREES ■/” • <: CQuncil mulls new teen curfew By Sean Jackson Staff Writer Seeking to curb youth-re lated vandalism and otherv crimes, town officials are considering strengthening the curfew law. “If x that’s what we gotta do, that’s what we gotta do,” Councilman Steve Biggs said. “I just know it’s going to be tough.” Town councilors are^con sidering a move to require anyone under 18 years of age to be off the streets by 9 p.m., Sun day through Thursday. Teens would be allowed to stay out till 10 on Friday and Saturday. In addi tion, anyone under 18 causing mischief after hours cpuld face crimi nal charges. Edenton Police Chief Greg Bonner said violations have declined recently. , Councilman Willis Privott said that mandating every one 18 and under be home by 9 p.m. — or have an ap proved reason to be on the streets — would be difficult. But he said the town needs to do all it can to keep kids out of trouble. “I thjnk somebody needs to step forward and do some thing,” about kids being out late, Privott said. Both Biggs and Privott said they of ten see kids as young as 12 on town streets at all hours of the night. Councilors noted that some parents don’t moni tor their children as they should, allowing them to roam the town as —- and When — they please. Councilors did not set a (iimeline for when — or if — they would adopt a strength ened curfew. Privott Project Lifesaver: No takers for program so far Inexpensive wristband offers peace of mind By Rebecca Bunch Staff Writer Missing: There’s no more terrifying word ta a family caring for an elderly rela tive with Alzheimer’s, or a child living with autism or Down Syndrome. Yet all across our coun try every day media re ports tell the sad news of loved ones who disappear from home. Some, the lucky ones, 4re found in time by law enforcement officers or search parties. Others are not so fortunate. But if you have someone who needs protecting, the Chowan County Sheriffs Office stands ready and willing to offer you some very valuable assistance through Project Lifesaver. Deputy Sheriff Buddy Bunch heads the project on behalf of local law enforce ment. Surprisingly, Bunch said that despite doing his best to spread the word about the benefits of the pro gram, not 6ne pefton in Chowan County has signed up this year. He’s not sure why but thinks that cost may be a concern. It shouldn’t be. “This is such a great op portunity for you to protect your loved one,” Bunch said. “And Project Lifesaver wants to mhke this ser vice available to everyone who needs it, regardless of their financial situation.” Small charge There is a charge to par ticipants of about $12 per month that covers the cost of a replacement battery and wristhand, which must be replaced once a month. But there are other op tions for families in need of the service that'are un 1 able to pay. ‘‘The program will place a wristband on your loved one at no cost to you,” said Pat Davis, a spokesman for the project. “Project Life saver is dedicated to saving lives and doesn’t want cost to be an issue with those who can’t afford a brace let.” The idea behind the pro gram is simple — a wrist band which can be worn by those with Alzheimer’s and other life challenges where “wandering” may be an issue. “The wristband contains a transmitter that emits a unique signal every sec ond, 24 h<*yrs a day,” Davis said. /y( “This signal calfi( Nae tracked on the grounder in the air over several mries-^ “Since each wristband has a unique signal, a Proj ect Lifesaver search team can positively locate the person who has wandered away from home or a care facility.” Bunch said he would gladly talk with interested family members, or give presentations concerning the project to local civic or healthcare organizations if asked. He can be reached at 482 8484. All inquiries will handled on a strictly confi dential basis. ^ i
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