The aegis & intelligencer. [volume] (Bel Air, Md.) 1864-1923, 1901-09-06

Mill May" after which Rev. K. G. Muir
ray, of the North Hartford NJ. Z. Circuit,
conducted the ACKNOWLEDGEMENTS Roll
WIS called and the third district respond
ed with quot ations.
Mrs. Elliott continued the lecture on
geography, describing her methods by
illustrations.
On her departure Mr. A. F. Galbrcath
made a motion, which was unanimously
carried, that vote of thanks be extend
cd to Mrs Elliott for her excellent in
struction in teaching geography.
A discussion on "How we can teach
conduct work as arranged in the new
course of study without making special
periods for it in our daily schedules" was
opened by Miss Hannah A. Coale, who
read an essay bearing on the topic on
Morals and Manners" In part she
said: The true aim of education is to
train the character. Train the mental,
physical and moral sides of child to-
gether, with the assistance of home train
ing. Quotations, history, good hterature
and reading are useful auxilaries in teach
| ing morals A teacher should never be
artificial in her manner, and never let
child know that he is distrusted. Look
into the smallest details to save great
mistakes, and teach the child the abuses
of using narcotics. Hold up the noble
qualities of good men, read noble stories
to the children, and bring them as close
at home as possible. Teach kindness to
one another and love for all, and fill the
mind with good things to dispel the bad.
Miss Leila Beatty-Good conduct should
be taught in all grades. especially in the
first three. Point out the good in lessons,
and by their goodness they will help
others. Teach thepupil to note the sacri-
fees of noble statesmen.
Miss Kate A. Ricker-Conduct work
should be taught in the first three grades
and continued through the pupils life.
Biographical sketches and history will
aid great deal along the line OF conduct.
Teach morals and manners by example
and precept, and remember that true po-
likeness springs from the heart snd
awakens love for good literature.
Miss Tacy Matthews-Find examples
of heroism near home, and by heroism We
can show how God cares for the lowly
ones.
Mr.. A. F. Galbreath thinks the conduct
of pupil outside originates in the school,
Further discussion was made by Prof
Wright, Mr.. Charles T. Wilson, MIR. Cum
ningham and Miss Ethel Curtiss.
THE Teachers Dream" was recited in
charming and expressive manner by
Miss Martha Amoss.
Round Table on Fractions" was con-
Quoted by Mr.. A. F. Galbreath. Children
may become acquainted with fractions iii
the first grade, but they should not be
taught until the child has reached the
fourth grade. Objects should be used I'M
til the child has idea of fractions. Do
not use silver money in teaching fractions.
because the half dollar is the same shape
as the whole dollar, while objects change
their shape when divided. He ILLUSTRATED
that fractions can only be added when
alike and then continued to show further
methods of dealing with them.
The musical instructor, Prot. Gibson,
of Pennsylvania, spoke of training the
vocal chords of child while young, so
that the melodies may be sung smoothly.
The Welsh, he said, far excel the Ameri-
cans in singing.
Prof. S. S. Simpson, of Carroll county,
addressed the teachers on Concentration
of Consciousness" He touched upon
fictitious works and showed how they
lead the mind to work without putting
forth the power of concentration, and in
the end the person will lose the real
power his mind should possess. The
mind must be trained not to submit to
confusion.
AFTERNOON SESSION.
The teachers assembled at the Bel Air
Graded School and the institute was re-
opened by singing Maryland My Mary
land" Roll was then called, the teachers
Of the fourth district responded with
quotations.
Ex-Examiner Worthington then ad-
dressed the teachers bringing their minds
and hearts back to his old occupation.
H. spoke of the new schedule which has
been prepared by busy educators. Poor
and good work is seen by the Examiners
official eve and there is always a place
for good teachers. Right and duty will
raise the teacher above the money side
IF his occupation.
The teachers then divided themselves
into three groups. Room l discussed
"My First Week in my First School,
Things to do and not to do and why?
under the supervision of Miss Nellie Slye |
Room II discussed accomplishing the
Extras" under Mr.. Cunningham Room
III took up Faculty Meeting" under
the direction of Prof. Wright.
Examiner Galbreath spoke ofthe friend
" relations that should exist between
principal and assistants and said a
strained situation between members of a
faculty is not for advancement.
Prof Wright.-Iffrictione exists between
members of faculty it should not go
outside of the school. cultivate, give and
take and work harmoniously. The
principal should not command the assist
ants to do, but ask them to act.
Mr.. A. F. Galbreath.-One teacher
should not criticise another, but the
complaint should be brought to the
principal.
Prot. Gibson-Always get the teacher
70 think for the best and not command. |
Lead them unconsciously. Then the
teachers reassembled in one body and
sang "Wee-Wees" and "My Grandfather's
Garrett" under the direction of Prof
Gibson.