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Uncollected
4 00
$80 33
DR.
Fourth commitment, Dec. 10, 1945
$70 37
$70 37
CR.
Paid Treasurer
$24 00
Abated
2 00
Uncollected
44 37
$70 37
DR.
Fifth commitment, Dec. 10, 1945 $20 00
$20 00
CR.
Paid Treasurer
$8 00
Uncollected
12 00
$20 00
1945 PROPERTY TAXES.
DR.
Total Personal and Real Estate Taxes
Committed
$41,523 36
Interest
15 93
$41,539 29
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CR.
Paid Treasurer
$36,823 31
Abated
344 37
Subsequent Tax Title Credit
94 25
Uncollected
4,277 36
$41,539 29
Total Tax Refunds for 1945
$6 09
Respectfully submitted, ARTHUR P. DALTON, Collector of Taxes.
January 1, 1946.
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REPORT OF THE BOARD OF PUBLIC WELFARE.
TEMPORARY AID.
RESOURCES.
Town Appropriation
$3,000 00
Transferred to Snow Removal Account
$300 00
Transferred to Road Machinery Account
350 00
Expended
2,135 01
Unexpended
214 99
$3,000 00
DETAILED EXPENDITURES. MENDON SETTLED CASES.
One family in own home
$112 00
One person in own home
246 24
One person in own home
37 00
$395 24
CASES WITH NO SETTLEMENT, CHARGEABLE TO THE STATE DEPARTMENT OF WELFARE.
One person in private home $348 75
One person in private home 125 00
One family in own home
121 50
One family in own home
428 36
One family in own home
710 16
$1,733 77
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MISCELLANEOUS EXPENSES.
Greater Boston Community Council,
Social Index
5 00
Mass. Welfare Agents' Association,
dues, 1945
1 00
$6 00
PROPORTIONATE SHARE OF ABOVE EXPENSES.
State of Massachusetts
$1,733 77
Town of Mendon's Share
401 24
$2,135 01
Respectfully submitted, SILAS H. DUDLEY, Chairman, ROY A. BARROWS, D. VICTOR SMITH, Board of Public Welfare.
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REPORT OF AID TO DEPENDENT CHILDREN.
Town Appropriation, Annual Meeting $1,500 00
Town Appropriation, Special Town
Meeting
1,200 00
Federal Grant
693 00
$3,393 00
Expended :
Direct Aid
$2,899 00
Unexpended
494 00
DISTRIBUTION OF ABOVE AMOUNTS.
Federal Government
$754 00
State
966 31
Town's Share
1,178 69
$2,899 00
Aided Four Cases in 1945.
Amounts Due Town :
State, for July thru December $475 98
Federal Government for November and December 121 00
$596 98
Respectfully submitted,
D. VICTOR SMITH,
Agent.
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REPORT OF THE BUREAU OF OLD AGE ASSISTANCE.
Resources :
Appropriation
$10,700 00
Received from Federal Grant, Direct
Aid
7,593 54
Received from Federal Grant, Admin- istration 253 05
Federal Funds on Hand, Jan. 1, 1945 88 34
Total Resources $18,634 93
Expended :
For Direct Aid
$17,772 70
For Administration
362 86
Total Expended
$18,135 56
Unexpended
499 37
$18,634 93
SUMMARY.
Federal Government's Share $7,752 26
State of Massachusetts
6,680 28
Mendon's Share
3,340 16
Federal Government's Share Adminis- tration
341 39
Mendon's Share Administration 21 47
- $18,135 56
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Money Received 1945:
Federal Grant for Aid $7,593 54
Federal Grant, Administration 253 05
State of Massachusetts
6,707 06
Town of Holliston
30 59
Money Due Town :
Federal Government for November and
December, 1945
$1,373 00
State of Massachusetts, September,
October, November and December, 1945 2,365 84
Town of Holliston 47 15
Town of Easthampton
24 05
Respectfully submitted,
D. VICTOR SMITH, Agent.
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SIXTY-FIFTH ANNUAL REPORT OF THE
TRUSTEES OF THE TAFT PUBLIC LIBRARY.
The Trustees of the Taft Public Library present the re- port of the Librarian and the Financial Report for the fiscal year ending December 31, 1945.
This year the Trustees regretfully accepted the resigna- tion of Mrs. Verena R. Daley, who has faithfully served as Librarian for twenty-one years. We wish to thank her in be- half of the Townspeople for the splendid work she has done.
The resignation of Raymond Daley, Janitor, was also re- ceived, and Raymond Dudley appointed at a salary of $100.00 a year.
Mrs. Vestella Daniels has been appointed Librarian and is carrying on the work in a capable manner.
The old steps have been replaced with new ones.
New books have been added during the year, in line with our policy of keeping our Library up to date.
Respectfully submitted, EDWARD T. WHITING, Secretary, ROY BARROWS, PERCY ROWE, LEONARD ROGERS, MRS. LENA W. GEORGE,
Library Trustees.
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REPORT OF THE FINANCE COMMITTEE OF THE TAFT PUBLIC LIBRARY.
Appropriation
$650 00
Expenditures :
Lake Nipmuc Ice Co., wood
$17 50
Worcester Sub. Electric Co.
11 00
Barney Coal Co., coal
79 65
Gaylord Bros., Inc.
1 60
Crossett & Williams, Publishers
1 65
Verena R. Daley, salary
225 00
Cadmus Books
13 20
Hart Publishing Co.
2 32
Nina M. Burr, magazines
30 35
Richard Harding, Scout Pamphlets
16 50
Edward Whiting, new steps
60 00
Personal Book Shop
33 82
Raymond Dudley, janitor
100 00
Cahill's News Agency, books
45 55
Balance
$638 14 11 86
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LIBRARIAN'S REPORT.
TO THE TRUSTEES OF THE TAFT PUBLIC LIBRARY :---
The circulation for the year (97 days) was 7,804 vol- umes. The largest given out in one day was 161, the smallest 26, the average 81. The circulation by classes was as follows : Fiction, 5,194; Magazines, 2,058; Biography, 147; Travel, 81; History, 152; Literature, 30; Useful and Fine Arts, 78; Science, 20; All others, 44.
There are 10,043 volumes in the library. 378 books were added this year. 130 were bought by the Town, 62 with the Fletcher Fund and 186 were gifts.
The library subscribes to the American Magazine, American Home, Atlantic Monthly, Better Homes and Gardens, Boy's Life, Child Life, Colliers', Good Housekeeping, Instructor, Ladies' Home Journal, Life, McCalls', National Geographic, Popular Mechanics, Reader's Digest, Red Book, Saturday Evening Post and Woman's Home Companion.
$16.88 was received in fines during the year.
Respectfully submitted,
VERENA R. DALEY,
Librarian.
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AUDITOR'S REPORT.
TO THE CITIZENS OF MENDON:
Pursuant to Chapter 41, Section 50, of the General Laws, I have examined and checked the accounts of the various Town Officers receiving and disbursing municipal funds for the fis- cal year ending December 31, 1945, and find their accounts correctly cast with vouchers carefully filed.
Respectfully submitted, WILLIAM A. BARRY, Auditor.
Mendon, January 29, 1946.
ANNUAL REPORT
OF THE
SCHOOL COMMITTEE
AND
SUPERINTENDENT OF SCHOOLS
OF THE
TOWN OF MENDON
MASSACHUSETTS
FOR THE
YEAR ENDING DEC. 31, 1945
SCHOOL DIRECTORY, 1945-1946. SCHOOL COMMITTEE.
Leonard M. Rogers, Chairman Term expires 1947
John L. Lundvall, Secretary Term Expires 1948 George F. Lee
Term Expires 1946
Regular meetings held at the Center School building on the second Thursday of each month at 7.30 P. M.
SUPERINTENDENT OF SCHOOLS-PERCY L. ROWE.
The Superintendent may be met every Tuesday and Wednesday at the Mendon Center High School or by ap- pointment.
Office-Center School, Bellingham Center
Office Hours-4 to 5 o'clock P. M. on school days.
Telephone, Office-Milford 152-4
SCHOOL PHYSICIAN.
K. A. Campbell, M. D. Telephone, Milford, 102 SCHOOL NURSE.
Helen C. Grady, R. N., Supervisor Milford District Nursing Association
JANITOR.
Raymond Barrows Center School ATTENDANCE OFFICER Harold C. Barrows Mendon, Mass.
TRANSPORTATION AGENTS Harold C. Barrows, Mendon, Mass. G. Kenneth Taft, Mendon, Mass. Merton F. Barrows, Mendon, Mass.
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TEACHERS.
Name.
Subject or Grade.
Preparation.
Degrees Yrs. Ser. or Yrs. in Town 18th
Henry P. Clough, Principal
Math., Science, French
Dartmouth College and
B.S.
Ed.M.
Barbara Hammann
English, Civics
B.A.
Second
Mary C. McCormack
Commercial Ed. History
Regis College
B.S. First
Frances A. White (Resigned) Commercial Ed. History
Salem State Tea. Col.
B.S. Eighth
Eleanor D. McDonough
Home Economics, General Framingham State Tea. Col.
B.S.E.
First
Science, Biology
Anne Sullivan (Resigned)
Home Economics, General Framingham State Tea. Col.
B.S.E.
Fourth
Science, Biology
Rita Manion
History, Geography,
Regis College
B.A.
First 73
Physiology, Arithmetic
Helen Casey (Resigned)
History, Geography,
Fitchburg State Tea.
B.S.
Second
Physiology, Arithmetic
Virginia Mayo
Grades 5 and 6
Bridgewater State Tea. Col.
B.S.
Second
Barbara Seaver
Grades 4 and 5
Framingham State Tea. Col.
B.S.E.
First
Nancy Serignano
Grades 4 and 5
Emmanuel Col.
B.A.
First
Grace Gaskell
Grades 2 and 3
Framingham State Tea. Col.
Two
Seventh
Bertha Hammann
Grade 1
Rhode Island College
21/2
First
Alice V. Freeman
Grade 1
Perry Kindergarten
3
(Substitute)
Normal
M. Elizabeth Rafter
Grade 1
Perry Kindergarten
3 First
(Resigned)
Normal
New Hampshire University Pembroke College
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SCHOOL CALENDAR FOR PERIOD FROM JANUARY, 1946 TO JUNE, 1947.
HIGH SCHOOL.
Open January 2, 1946, Close April 12, 1946 Open April 22, 1946, Close June 14, 1946
SUMMER VACATION.
Open September 4, 1946, Close December 20, 1946 Open January 6, 1947, Close April 18, 1947
Open April 28, 1947, Close June 19, 1947
ELEMENTARY SCHOOLS.
Close February 15, 1946
Open February 25, 1946
Otherwise, same as High School
Close June 7, 1946
Close June 12, 1947
SCHOOL HOLIDAYS.
February 22, 1946, Washington's Birthday
May 30, 1946, Memorial Day
November 11, 1946, Armistice Day
November 28, November 29, 1946, Thanksgiving and Friday following
All legal holidays
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AGE OF ADMISSION TO SCHOOL.
Any child who becomes six years of age on or before January first of the year following the term when he wishes to enter school may be admitted into the first grade, but in every case the admission of a child under six shall be de- pendent upon the fitness of the child to profit by the work of the school, such fitness to be determined by the superin- tendent. Pupils under seven years of age who have not previously attended school shall not be permitted to enter later than thirty days after the opening of school in Sep- tember of any school year.
SCHOOL REGULATIONS.
Any complaint or representation which any person de- sires to make shall be presented or referred in writing to the superintendent of schools, who, in his discretion may bring it before the school committee. In cases of discipline or other school matters relating to their children, parents shall first discuss the matter with the teacher concerned. If for some reason they are not satisfied they will further discuss the matter with the following persons, if necessary, and in the following order: first, the principal of the building and then the superintendent of schools. If, finally, the superintendent has been unable to satisfy the parents, he shall report the case to the school committee for consideration and action.
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REPORT OF SIGHT AND HEARING TESTS.
Number of pupils examined for hearing 231
Number of pupils retested 58
Number of pupils found with hearing loss 20
Number of pupils tested for vision 249
Number of pupils retested 71
Number of pupils found with defective vision 35
Number of parents notified
35
THE NO SCHOOL SIGNAL.
It is the policy of the school officials to practically aban- don the use of the "no school" signal on account of weather conditions. This is in line with what many other cities and towns are doing. The reasons for so doing are that much con- fusion has resulted from the use of the "no school" signal, and the realization that the loss of even one school day is a very serious one.
However, there may be days when it is advisable to close schools on account of severe weather conditions or other emergency.
Arrangements have been made with Radio Stations WNAC, WBZ, and WEAN to broadcast the fact whenever it is necessary to close the schools. The siren will also blow two blasts twice at 7.30 A. M.
If schools do not close on any particularly bad day (rain, snow, or cold) parents are requested, and urged, to use their own judgment in sending their children to school.
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SCHOOL FINANCIAL REPORT.
RECEIPTS.
General Appropriation
$23,047 76
Dog Tax, 1945
452 24
Total Receipts
$23,500 00
Total Expenditures
$23,498 67
Balance
1 33
REIMBURSEMENTS.
General School Fund, Part I $2,081 25
General School Fund, Part II
3,077 64
Superintendent's Salary 773 33
High School Grant
885 75
Tuition, Transportation State Wards
134 37
Total Reimbursements $6,952 34
TAXATION COST OF SCHOOLS.
Total Expenditures
$23,498 67
Reimbursements
6,952 34
Net Cost by Taxation
$16,546 33
EXPENDITURES.
School Committee Expense $28 90
School Census
20 00
Superintendent's Salary
1,019 20
Superintendent's Expenses
160 00
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Salary of Music Supervisor
414 08
Salaries of Teachers
12,749 10
Textbooks
132 62
School Supplies
269 33
Wages of Janitor
1,597 52
Fuel
1,055 74
Janitor's Supplies
395 75
Electricity
192 58
Telephone
73 20
Repairs
472 38
Health
325 00
Transportation
4,310 26
Tuition
209 76
New Equipment
73 25
Total Expenditures
$23,498 67
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REPORT OF THE CHAIRMAN OF THE SCHOOL COMMITTEE.
Mendon, Massachusetts. January 19, 1946.
TO THE CITIZENS OF THE TOWN OF MENDON :
In submitting this annual report to the citizens of Men- don, it is the desire of the School Committee to place before the townspeople pertinent facts and problems which relate to the administration of our school system; some of these prob- lems being the result of the wartime upheaval of salary schedules, and consequent increases in cost of supplies, labor, fuel and repairs.
We have been fortunote in having a complete corps of teachers thruout the whole year, with very few changes dur- ing the teaching months, however the committee is trying to keep a long-range teaching program in view, so that the teaching staff turn-over during the summer will be reduced as much as possible. If our teacher salaries are so low in comparison with other towns, that our school becomes a training ground for green teachers, the town and its chil- dren suffer thereby, and our money to some extent, benefits the other towns to which the teachers go, rather than our- selves.
Therefore the committee, basing its judgment upon the salary schedules of towns of similar size and assets, have tried, and will try, to keep experienced teachers here, by pay- ing them salaries commensurate with their ability and ex- perience. Knowing the value that most of the people of
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Mendon, place on the education of our youth, we feel that they will back up a program having this object in view.
Other items in our budget besides salaries, such as trans- portation, fuel, text-books, supplies, and repairs, still require increased amounts in our budget, which of course are neces- sary as the cost of these items depends on the charges made by the manufacturers, contractors, and dealers, rather than on anything which we can control; however this is a country- wide problem and not wholly a local one, so it requires no special explanation.
Specific improvements in our buildings and equipment, will be covered in the report of the Superintendent of Schools and requires no comment here, except that we plan on keeping our schools in the finest shape possible by current upkeep ex- pense, rather than by larger spasmodic repairs, which cost more in the long run.
In general we are striving to furnish to the youth of our town, the top value in education possible for every dollar spent by our taxpayers toward our educational system. We believe that the town has been, and will continue to be, proud of its contribution to the development and education of our share of our nation's youth.
The School Committee wishes herewith, to thank our School Superintendent, Principal, Teachers and Custodian, for their efficient work in our schools, our Transportation agents for their care over the children's safety, and the Citizens and Parents of the town for their interest and cooperation.
Respectfully submitted,
LEONARD M. ROGERS, Chairman, JOHN L. LUNDVALL, Secretary, GEORGE F. LEE,
Mendon School Committee.
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P. S. TO THE PUPILS:
Can each one of us realize, as we read this and related reports that, this (The Mendon School System) is not some institution unrelated to me, but is the means which my own Father and Mother, and other taxpayers of Mendon have es- tablished and maintained by real sacrifice, to place in MY hands, TOOLS, wherewith I can earn my OWN living in the very near future, becoming, as is the ambition of everyone, a Man or Woman among men, and a VALUABLE citizen of a Great Nation, that THIS is MY VERY OWN SCHOOL, and these teachers are NOT taskmasters, but PERSONAL friends and Partners of a lifetime.
Are WE making the most of a GREAT opportunity? Sincerely, Leonard M. Rogers.
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REPORT OF THE SUPERINTENDENT OF SCHOOLS.
Mendon, Massachusetts, January 16, 1946.
TO THE SCHOOL COMMITTEE OF MENDON : GENTLEMEN :
It is with pleasure that I submit for your approval my third annual report as Superintendent of Schools of Mendon.
For the first time in nearly four years the schools opened in September under peace-time conditions. Business and in- dustry had already begun to re-convert from war-time to peace-time production. Instead of an aim for all-out war ef- fort, the objective had become an all-out effort for a lasting and enduring peace. Some adjustments have been made in the educational field, and additional changes will have to be made as time goes on. In the lower grades those funda- mental habits, attitudes and skills must be taught and learned which enable all pupils to succeed as their education continues. In the upper grades and secondary schools must be taught those subjects which prepare for life and higher education. In addition to these, great stress must be placed on the creation of a better understanding on the part of all students which will enable them to participate with intelli- gence in world affairs. Only by such education can concepts be established whereby better relationship and inter-relation- ships among all peoples and all nations be assured.
The total school enrollment figures show a slight decrease from the preceding year. The total enrollment on October
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1, 1944 was 262. On October 1, 1945 the enrollment was 249, a decrease of 13. There are 5 less students in the secondary grades, and 8 less in the elementary grades. Beginning in September it was possible in the elementary organization to have a separate grade one, instead of a combination grades one and two, without increasing the number of pupils in any other room.
There have been five changes in the teaching staff dur- ing 1945. In the summer Miss Rafter, Miss Serignano, Miss White, Miss Sullivan, and Miss Casey resigned in order to accept better positions elsewhere. Miss Mary C. McCor- mack, of Gleasondale, was engaged for the commercial posi- tion left vacant by the resignation of Miss White. Miss Eleanor D. McDonough, of Lowell, was elected to Miss Sulli- van's position in the home economics department. Miss Rita Manion, of Milford, took the place of Miss Casey in grades seven and eight. Miss Barbara Seaver, of Milford, has taken the place of Miss Serignano in grades four and five. Mrs. Bertha Hammann was engaged to fill the primary position left vacant by the resignation of Miss Rafter. Mrs. Alice V. Freeman, of Mendon substituted in this position during September and October until the election of Mrs. Hammann as a regular teacher. A complete list of teachers for the year 1945 is given in the School Directory at the beginning of the School Department Report.
This year the teacher shortage really became serious. It was practically impossible to find teachers, especially in the elementary field. Inexperienced teachers were asking and getting $1400-$1500, and could largely choose their own lo- cation. Many towns were compelled to open school in Septem- ber with substitute teachers. This teacher shortage will probably continue for several years more. It would seem advisable that the Town should increase the salaries of all teachers in order to attract them to Mendon, and to keep them, eliminating a 50 or 60 per cent turnover each year.
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The general school progress of all pupils has been very satisfactory. Some new textbooks have been purchased. More new ones should be obtained next year to replace worn out books, and those that are rather out of date. Many new supplies and materials of instruction have been put in use in the primary grades.
A good foundation in the lower grades, especially a good reading ability is necessary for satisfactory progress in the succeeding grades, even through the high school level. Regular school attendance and interest in school subjects by all pupils is absolutely necessary for the most satisfactory achieve- ment. If any parent has any question about the progress of their children, the teachers, principal, and superintendent will be very pleased to cooperate with them in any way pos- sible.
At the present time it seems certain that the Town will have to appropriate more money for vocational education. There are now 5 students attending vocational schools, one full time at the Boston Trade School, two full time at the Norfolk County Agrcultural School, one full time and one evening at the Worcester Boys' Trade School. It is very likely that there may be more during 1946.
Through the cooperation of the Worcester County Health Association an audiometer was used in the spring to test the hearing of all pupils above the third grade. This machine accurately tests the hearing ability of each individual pupil through the use of ear phones. All doubtful cases were re- checked. Few were found with hearing difficulties, and notices were sent home to parents where such defects were found. The new Massachusetts Vision Test has also been used. This method of eye-testing is far superior to the older method which has previously been in use.
National Education Week was observed in the schools the week of November 11-17. The principal feature of the ob-
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servance was an evening session of all pupils, Friday Even- ing, November 16th. Regular classes were held from seven until nine o'clock. Many parents visited the various classes.
Outstanding among the repairs made was the painting of the exterior of the building. This work was very badly needed. All of the windows in the old part of the building have been tightened and put into good working condition. Repairs were made on the boiler in the summer. A new lining was required, and work was done on the stoker and on the return pump. Many other minor repairs were made. Next year the stoker and motor which operates it, and the return pump and motor will have to be thoroughly overhauled and repaired. Some repairs will need to be made on the boiler. Several classrooms should be painted as no inside painting has been done for several years. The policy of keeping the school plant in continual excellent condition is the most economical in the long run.
In conclusion I wish to express my sincere appreciation for your fine cooperation. I also wish to thank Principal Clough, the teachers, townspeople, parents, pupils, and all who have helped make the school year so successful.
Very truly yours, PERCY L. ROWE,
Superintendent of Schools.
October 1, 1945
AGE AND GRADE CHART AGE
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REPORT OF HIGH SCHOOL PRINCIPAL.
To MR. PERCY L. ROWE, SUPERINTENDENT OF SCHOOLS :-
I herewith submit the annual report of the Mendon Center School.
The past year has been one of gradual transition. With the passing of wartime demands and requirements emphasis can once more be placed on education as an essential in peace time living.
Again it seems necessary to stress the desirability of more earnest scholastic achievement on the part of many of our pupils. A significant heed is for additional time to be spent in class preparation through home study. The fact has been stated and repeated in annual reports from time to time. Satisfactory achievement in high school cannot be made without serious home study hours. This fact holds true for all pupils whether in grade seven or in the last years of high school. No pupil can do his best work, regardless of mental ability, without consistent home study. Parents should never be satisfied with the excuse from pupils that all school work has been done in school time.
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