Halifax Grammar School - Grammarian Yearbook (Halifax, Nova Scotia Canada)

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ADVISORY COUNCIL First Row: M. Helleiner, E. Simpson, Mr. Crimson, R. Hawkins, R. Boyd Second Row: A. Lynk, R. Aterman, G. Gordon, A. Heard Student Advisory Council This year, the student body saw a change in student government. In addition to the Student Council, the Student Advisory Council — a means of expression for the student — was created. It was conceived by Mr. Crimson so that more students could become involved in school affairs and as a channel for students to relate their grievances, their opinions, and their suggestions to the Headmaster. In this way, Mr. Crimson and the staff could keep in closer contact with the student body and better understand its problems. The Advisory Council is a special committee operating with the Student Council but with definite priorities. It was decided that the Advisory Council would deal strictly with school matters such as the curriculum. The Student Council would devote its time to social affairs. Thus, the Advisory Council could relieve some of the burden of the other Council leaving each to concentrate on its own particular business. Hopefully, more could be accomplished this way. The Advisory Council was elected at the beginning of the school year. It is comprised of one representative from each form from Middle 3 through Upper 4, the President of the Upper School Student Council, the President of the Middle School Council, and the Headmaster. The first task was to draw up a new dress code. Last year, there was much discontent among students because of the strict dress regulations. After discussion in which all points of view were heard, the Council aided Mr. Crimson in forming a more liberal dress code that was put into effect in the school year. Now, it is the responsibility of the Advisory Council members to assure that the proper dress of the students is worn. Other accomplishments of this Council are the initiation in January of a driver ' s education class and a Saturday morning typing class. Further, Council meetings included discussions regarding discipline, class excursions, and future improvements in school facilities. A thorough course evaluation was made in April to determine what adjustments could be made in each course. Many students expected drastic changes in the school on account of the formation of the Advisory Council. However, this was not the case. The Council was devised merely to discuss and inform Mr. Crimson on student opinion. The final decisions still rest with the Headmaster. A good beginning has been made in the direction of student involvement in school affairs, but much remains to be done. We are hopeful that the Student Advisory Council will be continued next year with greater achievements being made. Gayle Gordon Upper 3 29

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I SENIOR SCHOOL STUDENT COUNCIL First Row: R. Grant, R. Hawkins, P. Merchant, M. Burnstein Second Row: Mr. Blake, D. Black, J. Grantmyre, C. Matheson Senior Student Council When this year ' s Student Council took office, the treasury contained $43.87. At the moment the bank holds $250.00. The Council has undertaken several activities; some were successful, some were not. Among the failures the most disheartening was the necessary cancellation of a projected bridge and cribbage tournament. The Council ' s problem was its inability to motivate students to have a greater respect for their school. However, not all our activities failed, and all our dances have been financially successful. A January slave auction grossed over $150.00, while a chocolate bar sale held at mid-year cleared a profit of over $200.00. The Council outfitted the hockey team with sweaters and socks. A non-profit Winter Carnival was very successful, thanks to the co- operation of parents, teachers, and students. Future plans include a Spring Revue, an Arts Festival, and the graduation formal. Overall the Council has had a rewarding year and Council members are pleased. ! 28

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LIBRARIANS First Row: C. Jones, Mrs. Scobbie, G. Gordon Second Row: E. Glube, A. Finley, P. Evans Librarians This year, as usual, the hbrary is serving a multiple-purpose as social centre, refuge from malevolent staff members, study hall, and stacks. There is an overflow of books from shelves and of students from the corrals, and the result is a good deal of complaining. The librarians, however, work hard at their job, cataloguing and checking out books, and resolving problems of all sorts. What book can I write an essay on, in two days, that is short, interesting, and famous? I saw a book in here, that had a coloured cover and some pictures of the brain in it. Can you help me find it? Mrs. Scobbie is assisted in this task by five regular librarians — Gayle Gordon, Christine Jannasch, Philip Evans, Carolyn Jones and Erica Glube, and one standby, A. Finley. Our branch on the lower floor has librarians from each class, serving on a rotating basis. This year, again, we have acquired many new books, including welcome donations and 210 dollars worth of books from the successes of our Reach For The Top Team. Circulation is lively, and we can feel proud of ourselves. All that is needed is more space. 30