ELECTION OF SCHOOL COMMITTEES.

Waikato Times, Volume 107, Issue 17996, 15 April 1930, Page 11

ELECTION OF SCHOOL COMMITTEES.

ANNUAL MEETINGS OF HOUSEHOLDERS. INCREASED INTEREST SHOWN. The annual meetings of householders for the annual election of school committees was held last evening. More than usual Interest was manifested In the proceedings. Below we give the results so far as they have reached us up to the time of going to press.

HAMILTON WEST.

There was a good attendance at the annual meeting of householders of the Hamilton West School district last night. The chairman of the school committee, Mr A. M. Bisley, presided. In ‘a lengthy report covering the committee’s operations for the year the chairman stated that during the past year very satisfactory progress had been maintained under the able guidance of the headmaster, Mr Henderson, and his staff. The departmental inspectors were at the ! school in September last, and their report once again reflected great credit upon the headmaster and his staff. There had been several ohanges during the year, which' would be referred to in the headmaster’s report. The committee felt that they had lost several good teachers, but at the same time, realising the importance of the school, the department had replaced those transferred or leaving with equally efficient teachers, and parents had every justification for feeling that their children were receiving the best of tuition. The report continues: “The Hamilton Ministers’ Association has continued to conduct a series of lessons for half-an-hour weekly. The attendance by the children, which is voluntary, has been verV good. The headmaster is keeping strictly to the Nelson system and the conditions as laid down by the Auckland Education Board.

“During the past year extensive improvements have been effected to the grounds, a contract having been let to Air Tregonning and the sum of £l4B spent on excavation, levelling and sanding. A vast improvement has thereby been effected, and tholeveiling of the ground has substantially increased the playing area. Air Tergonning’s contract so far as the infants’ playing area is concerned has not yet been completed, in that that area has to be properly sloped and levelled and will ultimately be sown in grass. Further work has yet to be done to complete the grounds- levelled, arid your committee has an extensive sohefne of improvements in view. Works Attended To. “Other works which have had the attention of' your school committee during the year are as follows: Complete overhaul of the sanitary system has now been effected, and the system is now in first-class order and condition. Further, the sanitary arrangements are now cleaned daily during the school term, as against weekly, when the present committee was elected The Education, Board, in response to our request,' has granted u« considerable sums of money to make the necessary alterations to the system. Outside seats have been erected round •the main school and are largely'taken advantage of by the children. Your committee have done away with the calico towels and in place are supplying paper towels and rollers which are proving most efficient and sanitary. The committee, with further financial assistance from the Home and. School Association and subsidy, have purchased a complete-first--.id outfit. This the committee regard as a necessity for a school of this size.

“In December last the board's architect visited’ the school and met the chairman, together with two members of the Education Board, and thoroughly inspected the school. As a result of this visit the committee was authorised to increase the ventilation of a number of rooms, effect numerous repairs, to lower the floors to a uniform level in three of the class-rooms, etc. The architect also-approved of our. receiving a grant of £2 per chain for the erection of a new fence on the Anglesea Street side and- intimated that the Education Board would be prepared to provide a new gate.” Melville School. Enlargements to the Melville School have been completed and tuition is able to proceed now under much more cofortable conditions. The Melville representatives of the committee are well satisfied, with the improvements effected. Considerable improvements have also been effected to the grounds by the Melville sub-committee in the nature of a basketball court, which has been tarred and sanded, the planting of shrubs, etc. Considerable further expenditure on the grounds of this school is being considered by the Melville sub-committee. “During the year the Melville subcommittee, by means of a fair, raised the sum of £45 towards grounds improvements. This has been subsidised by the Department by a further £45, making a total of £9O, of ■which the sum of £23 15s has’ been expended. 'The committee was also successful in securing two grants for tarring and sanding, one of £lB for the year 1929, and one of £8 for 1930. The total amount of capitation received by this committee in connection with the Melville school has proved quite inadequate—in fact same does not cover cost of the janitor. Representation in this connection has been made to the Education Board, in conseqpuence of which we have just received a payment of £lO, which will go towards reducing the deficit for the year to £4 11s 4d. However, it will be necessary for the new committee to consider this matter very fully and to make further representation to the board in this connection. Home and School Association.

“The thanks of the committee and of the staff of the school are due to Mr A. L. Mackay for life-saving and swimming instruction which he has extended to the pupils. This has been thoroughly appreciated by all concerned and much valuable instruction has been given. “Your committee cannot permit the occasion to pass without extending its most sincere thanks and appreciation to the Home and School Association for the work and assistance which they have rendered during the past year. Without the assistance of this body it would have been impossible to proceed with the levelling of the grounds and many other smaller undertakings which the committee have handled, quite apart from those which the association have themselves conducted. The House and School Committee have during the year instituted morning cocoa and installed the electric heating plant. They have installed electric light in the infant school, subsidised the purchase of a printing outfit for the headmaster, gramophone and records for the school, etc. This body under the guidance of its president, Mrs Kent-Johnston, deserves our sincere thanks.”

Headmaster’s Report. Air A. Henderson, the headmaster, reports:“The roll number of the school is at present 428, with a special class of 14, and 55 at Alelyille, making 497 all together. At lilt end of the year 56 pupils .were successful in passing the proficiency examinations, while three pupils gained their competency certificates. Two pupils, Helen Rapps and Pat Kingston, were successful in passing the scholarship examination. “Air Fenwick, who was first assistant on the staff, left on promotion to the headmastership of the Ashhurst school- His place has been very ably filled by Mr A. L. Harris, B.A. At the end of the year the following changes took place:—Mr Morton and Aliss Capper, probationary assistants, and Aliss Christian, substitute assistant left, their places being taken by Air A. L. Alackey, substitute assistant, and Aliss Van Houtte, probationary assistant. Air Goodall and Miss Luxford, probationers, left to continue their studies at the Auckland Training College, Alisses Tait and Tomlinson being appointed to fill the vacancies. Alss Wayne, at the beginning of the year was appointed to succeed Aliss Onions as assistant >at Alelville. Interest in Swimming. At the teachers’ certificate examinations Aliss Luxford gained special mention with 98 per cent in instrumental drawing. During the winter months the children had been provided with cocoa and it was proposed to continue the scheme as a large number of the children attending the school stayed for lunch. Great interest had been taken by the pupils in swimming during the summer months. Although the school has no baths the following certificates were gained by the pupils for life-saving: — Aledallion: Athalic Gaze; proficiency, Alargaret Watt, Lyna Calvert, Joyce Sorenson, B. Wadham, B. Luxford, J. J. Dean; elementary, Joyce Lambert, Cecil Gaze, Marjorie Greenslade, Jean Alason. Two of the staff, Alessrs Harris and Clarke gained lifesaving honorary instructions certificates.

At the beginning of the year a special class was formed at the West School under Aliss A. J. Greville. This class is doing good work and is the only one of its kind in Hamilton at the present time. The school generally has had a very successful year. The inspectors reported very favourably on the work and the general activities of the school have ben carried on enthusiastically by the staff. I wish to express my thanks to both the committee and the staff of the school for their willing assistance and co-operalion in anything pertaining to the welfare at the schol. After the reports had been read the meeting adjourned to inspect the improvements, which all regarded as excellent. The chairman stated that there was still £439 in hand for further work. Dual Control of Swimming Pool. In answ r er to Air J. Dawson, the chairman stated that the proposal to remove the school to the Palmerston Street site was dead. The Minister had definitely stated that there was no possibility of the school being substituted for some time to come —not until the commercialisation of the area rendered it unnecessary. Replying to a question by Air N. Holden, the chairman said the matter of the dual construction and control of a swimming pool had not yet,been discussed with either the High School or the Technical School boards. Such a proposal w'ouid be far cheaper and the cost of ..maintenance would be easier.

The headmaster said the teaching staff had no objection to dual control. ■Mr J. Dawsrin: Why not take in the three schools? The headmaster said he had no objection to this. Airs Kent-Johnston raised the question of the supply of water, pointing out that to keep the bath supplied from the borough system would be an expensive item. Air Bisley said the question of sinking a bore could be discussed when the bath had been decided on. The proposed concreting of a bank at the back of the school was referred to by Air Wheeler, who thought that whatever process was adopted the grade should be lessened. On the motion of Mr Kent-Johnston the meeting recorded its protest at the low' capitation grant to primary schools. The following committee was appointed:—Alessrs D. G. Cook, G. C. Hunter,'G. Hovey, A. Al. Bisley, C. G. Lambert, A. H. Burn, Duff, 11. W. Brant, and Airs C, 11. Hollow’ay. Air A. M. Bisley was reappointed chairman. HAMILTON EAST. About 80 householders attended at •the Hamilton East School last evening on the occasion of the annual meeting of householders. • Air G. R. B. Speight, the outgoing chairman of the school committee, welcomed the gathering, and expressed appreciation of the large number. of parents present, which showed their keen interest in the school’s affairs. After Mr G. Clevely had been voted to the chair, the outgoing chairman’s and the headmaster's reports (as published in the Waikato Times on Friday) were read and received. In addition the headmaster, Air W. A. Curteis, stressed on the school motto “Live Nobly,” and said that in the future, as in the past, the school would live up lo it. Mr Curteis also thanked all those business men w ; ho had advertised in the school magazine and made its publication possible. Voles of thanks for the work clone during the • past year to the headmaster, the staff, the outgoing chairman, the school committee and the •secretary, Mr Aluir, were passed with acclamation. Mr Speigiit thanked the parents for [heir co-operatibn and assistance throughout the year. The Bible in Schools. In explaining how the Bible in schools system affected the school in regard lo tlie Education Department’s recent circular, the headmaster said that as far as Hamilton was concerned all the headmasters had adopted a" common system. The first school half-hour on Thursday morning w’as devoted to Bible instruction, which was purely voluntary. Each minister was asked to take charge of his own assembly; the headmaster

w'as present as a matter of courtesy to see the bell rung. The teachers did not need to be present, but many attended of their own accord. Those children, not taking part who arrived at 9 a.m. were not permitted to make any noise while playing during the half-hour, and were encouraged to read or study. At 9.25 the classrooms were emptied and at 9.30 the school assembled for the work of the day. Remarking on the results obtained, Mr Curteis said they were in some directions good. The classes under the system adopted in Hamilton were not bad for discipline as in the cases of other schools he had seen where the ministers were weak. The Hamilton system obviated the question of teachers being compelled to give Biblereading. The Dental Clinic. Reporting on the dental clinic. Mr H. M. Baker traced the history from the original scheme for one clinic to the present position which provided for two, one for schools in Hamilton West and hinterland, for wide hthe building was already in course of construction at Whitiora, and one for Hamilton East and hinterland, for which th.c building in the grounds of Hamilton East School. The money had been raised, limber was on the spot, and the work would be started. The speaker paid a tribute to the dental clinic system, and remarked how it imbued in children the “ dental habit.” Election of Committee. The election for the new school committee resulted as follows: — Alessrs 11. Al. Baker, F. Best, R. W. Gower, J. Irwin, 11. Jacka, C. AI. Aluir, C. R. B. Speight, E. J. Watkins and E. L. Watkins. Willi the exception of Alessrs Irwin and Jacka all are members of last year’s committee re-elecled. Air Irwin lias previously served on the committee, but Air Jacka is a newcomer. After the result of the election was announced Mrs Craig, speaking on behalf of Airs Seal and herself as members of the retiring committee said that the only reason they had offered their services was because they were old teachers willing to place their iime and experience at the school’s service. Dr. Henderson, a national authority, was of the opinion women could accomplish good work on school committees, especially in matters of hygiene. Apparently those present at the meeting did not hold a similar opinion. She was rather sorry that no women had been elected to the committee. FAIRFIELD. There was a fair attendance at the annual meeting of householders of the Fairfield district, held in the school last night. Air F. W. W. Hubbard occupied the chair in the absence of the chairman of the committee, Air J. Primrose. The reports of both the committee and the headmaster reviewed a very successful and progressive year. Speaking of home-work, the headmaster, Mr C. Hotson, said that some parents had objected to any homework being set at all for the children, but it had been proved that a small amount was most beneficial, in that it assisted the children in their school work. The staff of the school had been instructed to set home-work according to the abilities of the children, and if parents found that too much was being given it was their duty to acquaint the head-master of this fact. Sohool Reference Library. A recent addition to the school has been a reference and reading-room, which, although at present only in its early stages, is proving of immense benefit to the children. In commenting upon this innovation, Air Hotson said that Fairfield was the only school in the Auckland province to possess such a library. If the idea was progressed with it would be a fine acquisition io the school, in fact, it was really a necessity. in English and American schools such libraries are part of the standard equipment. In the near future it was hoped to enlarge the present library, and already a considerable sum had been donated for this purpose. The New Committee. As there were just the number of nominations required to form a committee, the candidates were declared elected. Following is the new committee, Alessrs R. R. Paterson, G. Rollo, G. F. Sherley, A. Woodward, A. R. Clark, A. Williams, J. Primrose, 11. Fisher, T. Waite. Votes of thanks were passed to the retiring members. A tribute to the enthusiasm of the committee was paid by Mr Hotson, who said that the school was fortunate in having such an active body of men behind it. Mr F. W. W. Hubbard, particularly, had been a lower of strength for several years past, and was always prominent in all movements to benefit the school. To the secretary, too, thanks were due for the time and energy which he had devoted to his work. Improvements to the School. A summary of the improvements' carried out in and around the school during the past few years by the committee, was given by Mr Hubbard. An unsatisfactory sanitary system was the first problem that was tackled, and this had been replaced by modern equipment. The grounds bad been much improved with the planting of hedges and laying down of asphalt. In the play-grounds the physical and recreational requirements of the children had been considered in the erection of suitable equipment. The head-master was an ardent horticulturist, and lie had done much to beautify the grounds with gardens. These improvements were entirely due to the support of the householders of the district. Financial Matters. The question of finance was raised by Air Fisher, who said that a certain sum was granted annually by the Education Board for various necessities in the school, and this grant had been found insufficient to cover expenses. As a result the committee had been forced to draw on another fund lo meet its obligations. Air Hubbard considered that this matter should be brought before the Education Board. Air Fisher stated that high schools receive something like eight times as touch as the primary schools per head in capitation. After some discussion the following resolution was passed “ That this meeting of householders beg to draw the attention of the Minister of Education to the altogether inadequate grant in respect to capitation, to the primary schools, it having been necessary for this school to draw on a separate fund to meet i's obligations for cleaning and other necessities.” Mr. A. R. Clark said that a pleasing feature of the school was the fact that it had not resorted to outside canvass for funds, as had other

schools. This, he considered, was a credit to Fairfield School. Prior to the conclusion of the meeting votes of thanks to the head-mastei and his able assistants were carried by acclamation. HILLCREST. MOST SUCCESSFUL YEAR. The annual meeting of householders of the Iliilcrest School was held last evening, Mr E. E. Hale presiding. The chairman, in his annual report, pointed out that the year had been a most active one, and it was due to the co-operation of all those who had the interests of the school at heart that a great deal had been achieved. The upper tennis court was laid down in “Colfix,” and was proving most satisfactory. The school had been fortunate in promoting the formation of a liillcrest Tennis Club, whose rental should ensure the maintenance ol' the courts. A new tennis net was purchased. The work of laying down the tennis court was subsidised by the board, who provided the “Colfix’ and 50 per cent.'of the labour and material. A subsidy was also granlctl on the purchase of a gramophone, roto roll, handicraft in schools, and additional pictures. Grants were made for new seats around the outside of the school, additional shelves in classrooms, and the painting of the school and outbuildings. A complete septic sanitary service had been installed and a grant made towards the erection of a cycle shed. He was pleased lo report that the ground-levelling behind the school had now been completed. This would be the second largest improvement carried out during the existence of the school. Swimming Baths. Financial difficulties had cropped up in connection with the swimming baths. It was to be hoped that the incoming committee would obxiate these difficulties in the coming year. Swimming subscriptions were still below' the maintenance charges, and it was found necessary during the year to provide a longer drive on account of pumping trouble. The fact that it still took ten days to fill _ the baths, however, constituted a serious inconvenience to both children and ticketholders, especially in the height of summer.

A special vote of thanks was extended to the Hamilton Ladies’ and Old Boys’ Swimming Clubs for their assistance during the “Learn to Swim Week. A children’s fancy dress ball was held in August in aid of the school funds, and a most successful fair conducted on March 1. The gross sum of £52 was taken during the day. A complete set of cricket accessories had been purchased. During the year the attendance had improved considerably, 10 pupils having gained good attendance certificates, against six last year. .• Twelve gained proficiency certificates. The school had now 16 pupils from News Lead and one from Eureka attending the school, and this certainly reflected credit on the standing of their school. Tlie committee considered, slated Mr Hale, that it would be to the advantage of some of the older and poorer equipped schools to seriously consider consolidation with such a modern school as Iliilcrest. This opinion was not tendered out of personal gain, but in the interests of education. Appreciation Voiced. Aliss Bertlesen left at the end of the year and Aliss Peart had been appointed temporarily in her stead. Air F. Forster, an ex-pupil, had replaced Aliss Farelly as pupil teacher. The chairman concluded by voicing appreciation of the co-operation of parents, residents and teaching staff and committee during the year. The financial statement disclosed a healthy slate of affairs. The general account showed a credit balance of £37 15s 3d, and the special account for levelling off the football ground a credit balance of £SO 9s sd. The general account of £37 15s 3d was practically all earmarked for the ground improvement scheme. During the year £l6 16s 5d was raised by subscription towards the tennis court. A fancy dress ball brought in £7 2s, and a school fair held during the year netted £47 6s Id. A tribute to the w'ork of the headmaster (Mr C. Boyle), the chairman (Mr E. E. Hale) and the secretary (Air H. 11. Short) of the outgoing committee was paid by various householders, and voles of appreciation of their services carried by acclamation. The election of a committee for the ensuing year resulted- —Messrs E. M. Masters (chairman), 11. Saunders (secretary), W. D. Shore, A. Crawford and A. 11. Davies. FOREST LAKE. Mr J. W. Walsh, the chairman of last year’s committee, presided over a very large attendance at the annual meeting of the Forest Lake School householders held in the Forest Lake School last evening. The reports of the chairman and the headmaster (previously published) were read and unanimously adopted. The statement of accounts was also read and adopted. A motion off sympathy with the relatives of the late Mr N. S. Bradley was passed, the meeting standing in silence. In calling for nominations for the committee, Mr Walsh said that the committee last year worked very hard for the good of the school, as their results proved only too well. It was a pleasure being on the committee, as they were so ably and unselfishly assisted by the householders, whose valuable assistance was greatly appreciated. He hoped that the householders would continue to give the incoming committee the support they accorded them in the past. The members of the Education Board had said, he continued, that they always bad much pleasure in assisting the Forest . Lake School, as the committee and the householders of the school had always been eager to help themselves. Air Walsh .added that the Board had denied them nothing, and he hoped the householders appreciated the Board’s efforts.

The following were elected to the committee: —Airs L. Gucrnall, Messrs F, W. Sanders, J. W. Walsh, J. Graham. L. Marquand, R. McCaw, and G. Watkins.

Mr Walsh remarked that this winter it was proposed to reduce the price per child in the cocoa fund, as they had some money in hand and did not Wish to make the scheme a profit, but to pay its way. A hearty vote of thanks to the headmaster and teachers for the help they had given the children and parents, in school and out, was carried by acclamation, Mr Robinson, the headmaster, responding. Air Walsh spoke highly of the good work clone by the secretary during the vea-e. and a vote of thanks to Air F*

W. Sanders was carried by acclamation. Votes of thanks to the retiring committee and the chairman terminated the. meeting. At a meeting of the new committee Mr J. W. Walsh was elected chairman and Mr F. W. Sanders secret-ary for the ensuing year. FRANKTON. There was a very poor attendance at the annual meeting of Householders at the Frankton School. Mr R. P. Kilham was unanimously elected to the chair. The report of the outgoing committee which has already appeared in these columns was adopted. The balance-sheet showed a credit balance of £4B 16s Bd, as against £4O Os lid last year. Election of Officers. As there were only nine nominations for the committee, which was the required number, the following were declared elected :—Messrs R. P. Kilham, A. ,T. Hayward, T. 11, J. Halcrow, .T. Ogilvie, H. Lee, W. H. Houston, PI. E. Iloadley, F. Herbert, R. Gilmore. In referring to the recent visit of the Hon. H. Atmore, Minister for Education, the chairman informed the meeting that representation had been made to the Government for the supply of free water for the school baths, but a reply had been received to the effect that the Education Department was unable to assist in the matter. Presentation From Old Boys. Mr Halcrow, on behalf of the Frankton Old Pupils’ Association, pre- ' sented the chairman with £5 to assist the committee in the purchase of a gramophone for the school. The chairman thanked Mr Halcrow for the donation. I The meeting closed with a hearty vote of thanks to the chair, also to the. Press. WHITIORA. NO MEETING HELD. Owing to the notification regarding the closing of nominations not being received from the department, it was felt that perhaps sufficient publicity had not been given to the matter, and it was therefore decided not to hold the meeting of householders at Whitiora last night. The five names submitted for nominations were withdrawn. A meeting will be held in about a fortnight. TE AWAMUTU. The following report was presented by the chairman of the committee, Mr G. Clarke:—

“The past year lias been one of unusual activities. The old building used as an infant school bad become so congested, in spite of the temporary leasing of the Methodist Hall, and the internal state so unsatisfactory, that the need of a new building to house the lower standards was imperative. The space at the main school is also fully occupied. After repeated and incessant applications the department authorised the building of three new rooms on the Technical School site. This

was considered by the committee both uneconomic and not in the best interests of the health, of the children, and would still further tax the headmaster’s time trying to supervise another building. Further representations were made to have the rooms attached to the present main building, and the acquirement of Bockett’s paddock to he used as'a playing area, or as a future building site, as the town and district progressed. Within the last few days the department has authorised the erection of three classrooms and a science-room on this site, which will temporarily relieve the congestion at the old school. It is a matter for congratulation that after years of representation Bockett’s paddock has been bought by the department. This was only made possible by the generosity of the late owner in making a substantial donation towards the purchase price. The present area places Te Awamutu and district in the enviable position of possessing -one of the finest and healthiest school sites in the Dominion. Interest In Sport. “The staff and committees’ relationship continues most cordial. We would take this opportunity of thanking the headmaster and his assistants for their keen co-operation when any matter for the welfare of the school is in question. The interest in sport is in a very healthy state. Whilst not having produced many outstanding champions, there is keen participation by all scholars in games conducive to health and character forming. The visit of Professor Anderson, we think, more than justified the committee’s action in engaging him to return again next summer. The number of children not able to swim is very small. Life-saving, and improved methods of swimming were special features of the Professor’s visit. Our best thanks are accorded to the Swimming Club for tlie use of the baths on that occasion and during school hours.

“The school grounds are in good order, showing care and supervision. The committee wishes to endorse the Minister of Education’s views of-the importance of the effect of school surroundings on staff and scholars. The improvement of the new site is a matter that should receive the attention of the incoming committee. A garden fete, swimming carnival and school picnic were held during the year. All were successful. We would again take this opportunity of thanking the public for their assistance on those occasions.

“Mr Jourdain, the secretary, has intimated his intention of not being able to act in that capacity. this year. It is our unanimous wish to place on record appreciation of his services during his long term of office. The committee’s attitude with regard to ihe advisability of the establishment of a Junior High School is unanimous, but we consider the first duty is to endeavour to expedite better apcommodalion for the children now at school.'’ CAMBRIDGE HIGH SCHOOL. The annual meeting of the Cambridge District High School was held last night, Mr A. N. Macky, presiding over a fair attendance of householders. The secretary (Mr S. N. Ziman) submitted a comprehensive report on the year’s working. In addition to the usual grant from the Education Department, a considerable amount of money had been raised by local effort, as the result of which a new piano and two new type-writers had been purchased. Funds had also been available for improvements to the playing grounds.

The year had commenced with a credit balance of £l3 8s 3d and ended with a credit of £25 12s. There w'ere eleven nominations for the nine vacancies on the committee, as follows:—Messrs A. N. Macky, S. N. Ziman, V. G. Boulton, G. Calvert, B. Ferguson, Rev J. Hay, A. Garrard, G. F. Huge, W. A. Grummett, 11. L. Possenniski and G. G. L. Taylor. A ballot resulted in the first nine being elected. New Headmaster Welcomed. Mi’ Macky took the opportunity of introducing to those present Mr P. J-. Sefton, the newly-appointed headmaster. Mr Sefton stated that on taking over, he had found the work of the school in a very high state of excellence. The chairman referred to the approaching departure of the assistant Headmaster (Mr H. Vause). Mr Vause had been first assistant for 17 years, and while congratulating him on his promotion he felt that the school, and Cambridge generally, was going to fee) the loss of Mr Vause. Rev. J. Hay also spoke in appreciative terms of Mr Vanse as a teacher tive terms of Mr Vause as a teacher A hearty vote of thanks was accorded the outgoing committee, special mention being made of the splendid service rendered by the secretary (Mr S. N. Ziman). Chairman and Secretary. At a meeting of the new committee after the general meeting, Messrs A. N. Macky and S. N. Ziman were unanimously re-elected chairman and secretary respectively. TE RAPA.

The following were elected to the Te Rapa School Committee :—Messrs R. J. Church (chairman), W. N. Smith (secretary), A. A. Holmes, S. P. Treloar and P. J. Barber.