_ ream by teacher Greig Houlden Students who contributed books to Skeana Junior Secondary School recently, were served Ice (left) and library assistant Marilyn Soules {right}. - Skeena Students hold | ‘successful book drive TERRACE — Students at Skeena Jr. Secondary recently completed a Book Drive to collect books for Silent Reading -next Fall. ‘Starting in September, students will spend fifteen minutes per day doing silent ‘reading in class. For the first three weeks of. June, students collected books and ‘ magazines in their English classes to pro- vide material for the new reading pro- gram. ‘*The response was far beyond our ex- ‘pectations,”* said Greig Houlden, English Department Head. ‘‘We had hoped for perhaps a couple of thousand items, but the final tally showed 5497 were collected! We wish to thank all the parents: and students who participated and con- . tributed. With the number of items we have available, we should be able to pro- vide material in every classroom ‘for students to read.’* The winning class in the Book Drive contest, which collected an average of 45 items per student, was treated to a pizza lunch on the last day of classes. Other students who contributed items were treated to ice cream courtesy of the Skeena Jr, Secondary Library. Librarian. Ray Walker and assistant Marilyn Soules deserve recognition for their organiza- tional efforts in the drive and the awar- ding of prizes. . Daniele Berquist ~ ___ photos Over 5000 books were collected recently by Skeena Junior Secondary when a drive was set to obtain books for the school’s 15 minute silent reading period. -Superhost program promotes positive attitudes — The winning class of the rece © recent Skeena Junior. Secon lunch. Warren Wilson (right) and his pupils won the ¢ dary School book drive received a pizza ontest for having collected 45 books per student for the drive. f . TERRACE — Tourism is a coiisidered an important ¥ industry by many people zn in the community. Not on- 7 ly do tourists bring money ' to the area, they also pass on good or bad exper- iences to their friends. q _. by Philip Musselman } If a visitor to Terrace is . treated well he or she may return, or even recom- mend the community as a good tourist spot. It is im- portant for residents to promote a friendly exam- ple, and to feel good local environment. about themselves and their Good comments about -any community can result in- investment by busi- nessmen or government agencies, a The Superhost Program was designed to make workers in the hospitality industry friendly, helpful hosts; but the program can also be utilized by in- dividuals who just want to be more courteous. Giving clear directions - in a helpful manner can lead to another visit by a touring family, while not helping at all can con- tribute to ruining their whole trip, it’s up to you. Your decision affects con- cepts about Terrace, you are a representative of Northwestern B.C. The Superhost Program -is. rewarding in that it helps to improve attitudes in people. The idea of goodwill -becomes more important, and it’s a sure way to make a good im- - pression. ~~ _ For more information on Superhost call 635-2063. : cael tinuation of their education. transported to the CaledonlaS to show concern over drinking the celebration of Caladonia's Caledonia Grade 12 students recent! y¥ graduatad from school into either work experience or con- Although this eyent Is cause for celebration, a reminder was anior Secondary Schoo! grounds prior to grad ceremonies in order driving. This vehicle was damaged in a recent aceldent related to graduation. The incident occurred on Kalum Lake Drive. service pins awarded TERRACE — Paul Axelson was pre- sented with a 25 year pin by School Board Trustee, Mrs, Nancy Orr, during an Em- “ployee Recognition Evening, ow Axelson is Super- visor of Elementary Instruction - with School District 88.' Rick Shaw was one of five employees recently awarded a 25-year pin for his service to School District No. 88, Shaw Is principal of Cassie Hall Ele- mentary School in Terrace. Presentation was made by School Board Trustee, Mrs. - Nancy Orr. ; School Board Trustee, Nancy Orr, (left) presented Christine Eide, Principal of Parkside Elementary School in Terrace, with a 25 year pin for her years of dedication to the District.:. ACTIVITIES PLANNED TERRACE — Youth bet- ween the ages of: 12-18 years of age are welcome to the following activities; Teen Talk: A drop-in discussion’ group which has talks and videos on many subjects for youth. It’s all there. . Field Trips: Many in- teresting places... Come and see. . Sports: Interested in having some games? Bring your iriends and join in some fun. . -For more information and to sign. up phone 635-2229. All Activities are free. Our aim is to have a place with information for youth and activities that promote responsible ac- tion. — R.A.F.T. stands for Responsible Action For Teens). .