EDUCATION

Te Ao Hou, July 1958, Page 59

EDUCATION Bursaries: In the past years the various branches have been raising funds for Education purposes. One branch has two children attending Boarding School and has raised towards their upkeep, £30, by way of dances, bring and buy and raffles. The members of this particular branch appreciate very much the Government subsidy. A young branch raised £50 towards assisting two children in their area. One of their parents is a pensioner and the other is buying a new home; if it had not been for this kindly help the children would have had to leave school and both are very brilliant. School Affairs: We encourage our members to become members on School Committees and Parent and Teachers Associations and get an insight into the work that is being done for the betterment and welfare of our children. The following figures show the very satisfactory number of mothers who have resigned: Porangahau 4, Omahu 2. Mangateretere 2. Parkvale 2. Te Hauke 2. Pukehou 2. Takapau 2. Adult Education 1957: Classes so far have not been arranged through Adult Education, but our Welfare Officer. Mrs Otene, has been keeping the branches active in weaving, pottery, home furnishing, upholstery and millinery and the members appreciate very much her efforts to keep the work ahead. Scout Jamboree: One of the highlights of the year was the selection of a member's son to attend the Scout Jamboree in England. The branches were so proud that they gave donations amounting to £26 towards the cost of the trip.