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As your superintendent of schools I wish to report a satisfactory year. We have been fortunate in not having any serious cases of sickness, involving large numbers of children, and, with a few exceptions, individuals have not lost time from school by sickness. As evidenced by stand- ardized tests, most pupils have made the required amount of progress for their grade level. Our teachers have
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worked diligently and patiently during the past year, and deserve our thanks and appreciation.
The problems of school administration are forever present. New ones are always arising to tax the energies of the School Committee and Superintendent. I wish, at this time, to thank the teachers, School Committee mem- bers, and others in the School Department, for their help and support during the past year.
We who have been given the opportunity of admin- istering the schools wish to express our appreciation to the other town departments and officials for their assist- andce, and to the parents and patrons of the schools, with- out whose support our progress would be slow. May we ask for the year ahead your continued support.
Respectfully submitted,
WILLIAM A. DEXTER Superintendent of Schools
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REPORT OF THE School Nurse
To Mr. William A. Dexter, Superintendent of Schools :
The annual report of the health program at West- hampton Center School.
In January of 1947, Mrs. Jeanette Gregory intro- duced the school staff and the students were weighed and measured.
Several cases of whooping cough developed during the late spring but with precautions to keep children under suspicion at home the number of cases was kept to a minimum.
In May, the diphtheria clinic was held under the direction of Dr. Felsen, with twenty-seven (27) receiving booster doses.
Three applications were submitted for Camp Hodg- kins and Charles Pinard was selected to attend. He gained three and one quarter (31/4) pounds during his stay of one month. Due to the many applications submitted from the county for Camp Hodgkins this year it was necessary to choose those who would benefit most.
In September, Dr. Felsen did the physical examina- tions at school with no major defects noted. The children were weighed and measured at this time.
The vision test was done in November with normal results. Glasses are being worn in necessary cases.
This year Dr. Abel Ross has resumed his work as school dentist upon his return to practice after a military
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leave during which Dr. Hall took over the dental clinic. Dr. Ross has given generously of his time for ten weeks during which about one hundred twenty-five (125) opera- tions were performed.
In conclusion may I thank the faculty, School Com- mittee and those who helped in many ways to make this health program successful.
Respectfully submitted,
RUTH S. HOVER
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REPORT OF THE Physical Education Program
To William A. Dexter, Superintendent of Schools :
As supervisor I have taught and directed the various activities of a physical education program for the West- hampton Center School twice each month of this past school year. In addition, during 1947 all of the children have been taught folk dances and have participated in both the graduation and the Christmas programs.
Keeping in mind that exercise is only one of the ob- jectives of a real physical education program, we have tried to develop in each child the ability to play in groups in socially acceptable ways, and to have the right attitude toward play. Also, that he should try to live up to certain standards of conduct and still be concerned that his pos- ture be at its best. Thus, we have tried to make the physical education program one of more than muscle building.
I would like to take this opportunity to express my appreciation to the teachers for their help and coopera- tion, for without these such a program could not be a success.
EDNA H. GRAHAM
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REPORT OF THE
Supervisor of Music
During 1947 as music supervisor of the Westhamp- ton Center School, I have taught twice a month in each schoolroom. In addition to regular work, I have coopera- ted with the teachers in planning Christmas, Memorial Day and Graduation programs.
This year has seen an increased interest in reading and in music notebook work in the school. With the new radio-phonograph purchased by the school committee, the teaching and enjoyment of music will be facilitated in 1948.
I have received every cooperation from the teachers at the school in carrying out programs as well as daily work.
ESTHER STRONG CLAPP
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SCHOOL DEPARTMENT FINANCIAL STATEMENT
Appropriation Expended in 1947
$16,000.00
15,327.22
Balance
$672.78
Expenditures
Administration
William A. Dexter, Salary
$281.24
Car Maintenance and Expenses
79.45
Stanley Bartlett, Census
10.00
Postage and Miscellaneous
7.50
378.19
Teacher's Salaries
James Miller
1,080.00
Gordon Rowe
840.00
Eleanor Putnam
1,640.00
Rachel Bridgman
1,635.00
Esther Clapp, Music
140.00
Edna Graham, Physical Education
140.00
W. L. Rinehart, Penmanship
150.00
Marion Mascho, Substitute
32.50
5,657.50
Books
360.28
Supplies
261.03
Maintenance
Frank Blakesley, Janitor
198.50
George Burt, Janitor
160.75
Stanley Bartlett, Repair work
52.00
Fuel
245.70
Operating Expenses
107.83
Repairs and Replacements
80.26
845.04
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Health
Dr. Herman Felsen
60.00
Dr. Abel Ross
5.00
Ruth S. Hover, Nurse
100.00
Medical Supplies
.78
165.78
Transportation
Elementary :
Richard Warren
1,360.50
Walter Witherell
860.00
High and Vocational : Walter Witherell
2,219.20
4,439.70
Tuition
High School :
City of Northampton
2,458.20
Town of Easthampton
50.00
Vocational :
Smith's Agricultural School
563.63
$3,071.83
Outlay
106.24
Playground Rent
10.00
Miscellaneous
31.63
Total Expense for Schools for 1947
$15,327.22
Receipts
Funds Received in 1947 toward School Expenses :
Mass. School Fund, Part 1 $1,007.50
Mass. School Fund, Part 2 2,574.87
Superintendent's Salary and Travel 134.42
High School Tuition
2,451.49
High and Elementary Trans.
4,048.20
Chapter 71, S 7a (1947, 679)
City of Northampton, Elementary Tuition 300.00
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Vocational Tuition
370.82
Vocational Transportation
511.22
Net Cost of Maintaining Schools
$11,398.52 $3,928.70
Net Cost per Pupil for 1947
$52.38
STATISTICS
Attendance figures for the school year ending June, 1947 :
Whole No. Average
Average
Enrolled Membership
Attendance
James Miller, 6, 7, 8
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27.54
24.71
Eleanor Putnam, 3, 4, 5
23
20.47
18.90
Rachel Bridgman, 1, 2
20
17.17
15.29
72
65.18
58.90
ESTIMATE OF THE BUDGET FOR 1948
Administration
340.07
378.19
425.00
Instruction
Teachers' Salaries
5,403.50
5,657.50
6,550.00
Books
175.66
360.28
200.00
Supplies
160.64
261.03
200.00
Maintenance
Janitors' Salaries
330.35
411.25
400.00
Fuel
361.05
245.70
300.00
Operating Expenses
121.10
107.83
125.00
Repairs & Replacements 326.88
80.26
100.00
General
Health
304.77
165.78
250.00
Trans : High and Voc. 2,331.20
2,219.20
2,200.00
Elementary
2,091.00
2,220.50
2,300.00
Tuitions : High
2,341.13
2,508.20
2,950.00
Elementary
Vocational
920.85
563.63
700.00
Miscellaneous
10.00
31.63
50.00
Outlay
40.00
116.24
50.00
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$15,256.20 $15,327.22 $16,800.00
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REPORT OF THE Recreation Committee
The Recreation Committee decided at the beginning of the year that the money they had should be used for per- manent equipment and facilities which could be used by all groups. This we have tried to do. We feel we have ac- complished quite a bit this first year, but there was neith- er time nor money to do all we wished.
Sufficient baseball equipment was purchased so games were played one evening a week during the latter part of the summer. With the help of Mr. Wyman three basket- ball groups have been organized, and with Armand Rogers, Joseph Thibeau, and Gordon Rowe as supervis- ors, regular practise was maintained.
A public address system with a record player was pur- chased and is available to all groups. Other equipment for indoor games, such as darts, table tennis, etc. has been provided also.
The financial account is as follows :
Baseball equipment
$44.45
Basketball equipment
26.00
Other games and equipment 62.45
Public address system
156.29
Total
$289.19
If the Recreation Committee is to be continued we feel that the townspeople should consider the advisability of a permanent playground or baseball field, skating rink, tennis courts, and public picnic facilities. We would also like advice as to the location of any or all of these.
Respectfully submitted,
RICHARD H. TRACY JEAN W. NORRIS ERNEST DELISLE
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Articles in the Town Warrant
TOWN MEETING MONDAY, MARCH 1, 1948 Ten A.M .- Prompt
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Article 1. To choose a moderator to preside at said meeting.
Article 2. To choose a Town Clerk.
Article 3. To hear and act on all reports presented at said meeting.
Article 4. To choose all necessary officers to serve the ensuing year.
Article 5. To see if the Town will vote to leave the care of highways in charge of the Selectmen.
Article 6. To see if the Town will vote to authorize its Board of Selectmen to appoint one of its members to act as Superintendent of Streets, and fix the salary to comply with Section 4A Chapter 41, General Laws.
Article 7. To vote in compliance with Section 108, Chapter 41, General Laws, which require that salaries of elected officers be fixed by vote of the Town.
Article 8. To raise and appropriate such sums of money as may be necessary to defray Town charges the ensuing year.
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Article 9. To see if the Town will raise and appro- priate a sum of money for the observance of Memorial Day.
Article 10. To take action in regard to the collection of taxes.
Article 11. To see if the Town will vote to authorize the Town Treasurer, with the approval of the Selectmen, to borrow money from time to time in anticipation of the revenue of the financial year beginning January, 1948, and to issue a note or notes therefor, payable within one year, and to renew any note or notes as may be given for a period less than one year in accordance with Section 17, Chapter 44, General Laws.
(Other articles may appear in the posted warrant.)
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TOWN OF WESTHAMPTON Balance Sheet - July 12, 1947 GENERAL ACCOUNTS
ASSETS
Cash,
$20,327.60
Accounts Receivable :
Taxes :
Levy of 1947-Polls, 22.00
Levy of 1947, 137.66
Tailings,
3.08
Motor Vehicle and Trailer Excise :
Departmental :
Aid to Dependent
Children :
Aid,
$4.50
Old Age Assistance, 173.71
281.53
State Aid to
Highways, $14,855.89
Administration, 133.73
839.54
Highways, 2,425.94
17,281.83
Unexpended Appropriation Balances : General, $29,193.25
Fire Equipment,
7.96
State Parks and Reservations
LIABILITIES AND RESERVES
Dog Licenses-Due County, $19.20
Payroll Deductions for Federal Taxes, 248.38
Road Machinery Fund, 440.35
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Federal Grants : Aid to Dependent
Children, $107.82
Administration, 9.22
Old Age Assistance : Assistance 692.09
County Aid to
Tax 1946, Underestimate, 9.04
County Tax 1946, Underestimate, Revenue 1947, $40,966.00 Less Estimated Receipts Collected, 8,036.18
15.56
32,929.82
Highw'y Equipm'nt, 5,700.00
Tractor Shed,
1,000.00
Sodom Brook Bridge
Construction,
3,415.46
Recreation Committee,
300.00
Stabilization Fund-
Chapter 124,
Acts of 1945,
1,000.00
40,616.67
Reserve Fund-
Overlay Surplus,
1,970.03
Revenue Reserved Until Collected : Motor Vehicle and Trailer Excise, $137.66
Departmental,
281.53
State and County Aid to
Highways,
17,281.83
17,701.02
Surplus Revenue,
9,166.77
$71,005.04
$71,005.04
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TRUST ACCOUNTS
Trust Funds, Cash and Securities,
$6,580.85
Whiting Street
Worthy Poor Fund, $1,380.85
Thayer Charity Fund, 1,000.00
Wright Charity Fund, 1,000.00
Totman Cemetery General Care Fund, Cemetery Perpetual Care Funds,
2,000.00
1,200.00
$6,580.85
$6,580.85
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INDEX
Town Clerk
7
Treasurer
12
Selectmen
22
Budget Recommendations
22
Jury List
24
Assessors
27
Library
29
School Committee
31
Superintendent of Schools
35
School Nurse
Physical Education Program
37
Supervisor of Music
38
School Financial
39
Recreation Committee
42
Warrant
43
Balance Sheet
3
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