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Sorority celebrating anniversary Alpha Delta Kappa, an international honorary sorority for women educa- tors, is celebrated its 56th anniversary this month. the sorority, which was char- tered in Jefferson City, MO, now has its headquarters in Kansas City, MO. The sorority promotes excellence in education and recognizes outstanding women educators. In North Carolina there are 103 active chapters with a membership of over 3,000. In 2002 the organization See Sorority, 9A COME IN AND SEE ~~ OUR DIAMOND BRIDAL COLLECTION Forever Hoging with a forcée Dimond jie 14K WHITE OR YELLOW GOLD TE J re 487-4521 LIMITED SUPPLY OF VACCINE, COME EARLY! The Kings Mountain Herald ANDIE BRYMER / HERALD Margaret Ledford, left, and Shirley Brutko talk to children at North Elementary School in Kings Mountain about how life was during the days of the American Revolution. North students learn customs of the 1780s BY ANDIE L. BRYMER Staff Writer Two visitors from the 18th Century stopped by North Elementary School Wednesday afternoon. Shirley Brutko and Margaret Ledford, both dressed as women from the Piedmont Backcountry, spoke to fourth graders. The pair explained that their linen clothing was made from flax, a grass which was grown in this region. Brutko told the children that her outfit covered her elbows, ankles and neck to sat- isfy the modesty standards of that time. “Today you wear Bermudas and halter tops. Back then it wasn’t the decent thing to do,” she said. The students were surprised to learn that the garments were not hot. “You sweat under it. It actually keeps you cool,” Brutko said. =. 704-629-5161 704-890-0433 100 EAST MAIN ST. CHERRYVILLE, NC 28021 704-435-6011 FLU VACCINE CLINIC HOUSER DRUG WILL BE GIVING FLU SHOTS ON OCTOBER 9TH FROM 9:30 AM TILL 5:30 PM & OCTOBER 10TH FROM 9:30 AM TILL 2:30 PM FREE TO MEDICARE PATIENTS WITH MEDICARE CARD. 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They are making candles, corn husk dolls and feather pillows. “We're trying to do the things of that time that the children would have done,” said teacher Beth Sellars. The study is a combined effort of Sellars and teachers Liz Garr and Kim Parker. Open October 9,2003 Committee deals with community concerns BY MARY S. ACCOR Kings Mountain Schools Bottom line, the public has a right to know about the operations of and be engaged in their schools. The Public Advisory Council approved by the Kings Mountain District Schools Board of Education has had its Mary Accor initial OTEN" est Column tation meet- p————— ing with plans to conduct monthly sessions for the purpose of addressing specific issues. The council is made up of 33 parents/community repre- sentatives and 13 educators. During the meeting, the council addressed the fol- lowing three questions as a means of determining per- ception of our school sys- tem. What is the public’s per- ception of our schools? In most cases, the council found that public perception is good. KMDS is a strong educational community. Student success is top prior- ity. The council also com- mended the banding togeth- er of the KMDS community to keep out school system unmerged. However, all perception was not positive. The coun- cil addressed areas needing improvement: high school discipline, process for assur- ing cultural diversity (cheer- leading specificialy), second hand information about school curriculum changes, positive race relations by administrators (central office and building level) and individualized educa- © 2001 Alistate Insurance Company, Northbrook, Illinois. “THERE’S A NEW PLACE IN TOWN THAT SERVES A GREAT CUP OF COFFEE” STOP BY MY NEW OFFICE AT 308 E. King Street S Kings Mountain, NC Allstate Ric Francis 704.739.1820 & You're in good hatids. No Membership Fee! tion plans for all students (accelerate learning). The business perception of KMDS is good organiza- tion, dedicated leadership and strong education in ele- mentary schools. The council felt that with positive public relations positive results would be seen in all perceived improvement areas. What issues are heard in the community? The council addressed increased growth, excessive transfers, equality, sports, too much attention on sports, not enough atten- tion on academics and cele- brating success, drop-outs, student behavior, lack of parental support, closing the achievement gap, lack of black educators, crime - neighborhoods flowing into schools, unemployment affecting student support needs, elementary academi- cally gifted programs (grades 3 through 8), alcohol use in teens and younger children, poverty, discipline in schools, peer pressure, understanding cultural diversity, merger, uneducat- ed parents and the changing economic situation in Cleveland County as com- munity topics. As more high tech indus- tries replace textiles, stu- dents will have to prepare themselves to work in those high tech industries. What issues may come our way? The council addressed the rise in home- less children, drug activity, funding at the building level, drop in enrollment at East School, if merger hap- pens, what effect will it have on our schools, transition of children in private schools to public schools, are they prepared, improved com- munity involvement due to See Accor, 9A CONTRIBUTED PHOTO Kings Mountain Middle School’s Top Readers for the month of September are, front row, Ker Medero, Katherine Rush. Middle row, Elizabeth Theuamthalaray, Keri Westlund, Jessica LaPoint, Chris Potts. Back row, Samantha Spry, Jacob Bridges, Rebecca Broadway, Matt Frazier. Students were selected by their teachers for their outstanding reading effort. The group was treated to pizza and soft drinks for lunch. Read The Herald weekly and stay on top of all the local events and sports . 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