New Britain herald., 1925-10-10

proving they grasped the thought in the reading. Other methods were followed for other grades. More silent reading will be done the com ing year in all grades because of the practical value of 1t.
 Following the suggestion of our acting school visitor. the making Of magazines in all the grades was an added feature the past year and proved very interesting work for pupils as we'll as practical and edu- cational. Pupils contributed articles on different subjects from their own experiences, Illustrating them with pictures. Other kinds Of school work were put into the magazines. The magazines were taken home so parents could see the quality Of work done in school.
 "In the Kindergarten several new features were itroduced this past year. The aim was to develop in- dividuality and coordination.
 | husiN HbFl tildllVh uIlu WI III rhythm was done, besides relaxation periods were introduced for rest, and pupils sometimes almost drop ped off to sleep. when chord from the piano warned the init was time to wake up. Care was taken not to swamp the child with too much material, for over Stimulation Is as disastrous for little children as lack of stimulation. Free period pro- |vides conditions for the submerging of indiyidualistic tendencies in group Iactivities, so that the children may be seendeveloping the ability to Itake turns In talking, to take and give suggestions and criticisms in order 10 improve or elaborate their work, 10 realize the difference be- tween poor and good work. 10 gain new Ideas from the discussion, 10 play in groups, 10 follow tho rules of the game, to think and act quick fly, 10 cooperate and work together for a common purpose, and to be willing to help the slower and duller children.
 "1t was with regret that some changes had 10 be made In the teaching force for another year. Mrs, Carolyn Stow Trask who taught grade "A the past year and did excellent work. resigned. She also had charge of the eighth grade music and her conscientious efforts in this were seen in the excellent music at the graduation.
 Miss Dinion Of New Haven did good work In grades and 6 com- bined, but resigned to accept posi- ton in her own city. In December. Miss Dorothy Shanahan of Southing- iton resigned 10 accept a position in that town, after teaching here sev- cral years and doing excellent work. Two teachers resigned 10 he mar ried. Miss Terry and Miss Mecorney. Miss Terry did faithful work for sev- en years In second grade and we were sorry 10 lose her. Miss Mecor- ncy accepted position in our high school as assistant to her husband, Mir. Lord. Miss Root of Meriden and Miss Arnold of Bristol, our kindergarten teachers, did good work the past year, but resigned 10 accept positions in their own cities. 1 Miss Ida Moore of New Haven took Miss Shanahan's place and did good work in that grade. She will con- tinu" with us another year.
 Mrs. Hannah King. d teacher Of splendid experience resigned al Eas- Ter time. after teaching in fourth grade for several years. Mrs. King did excellent work in our school and we were sorry 10 release her, Her place was taken by Miss Mary T.. , McNahb of Portland. Me, who has done good work and will remain with us. Mrs. Alice K. Williams. our supervisor of music. drawing and sewing for sixteen years, re- signed in July 10 retire from school work, Mrs. Williams has done ex- Ccllent Wor'j in OFT schools and We are sorry to lose c. as supervi- [ ShT. Sli otH'T lcdtntIs aIt Io t'- main. They have done good, con- scientious work, and we arc glad 10 1 retain them on our teaching force. i The new teachers who are coming are all new to us except Mrs. H.. Rnrnicc Gray, who taught in our schools before accepting a position in Bristol. We are glad 10 secure her services again for grade seven.