related to education was recognized at the meeting, No further meetings were held since the trustees failed to become formally organized.

Joint meetings of the three Maritime federations were resumed in April 1973 after a lapse of several years. Policies con- cerning school size and school bus safety were adopted at the meeting. Also, a joint publicity committee was set up to facilitate reaction to decisions by the Maritime Ministers of Education,

During the year the President and Vice—President attended meetings of at least half of the locals in the province. These con» tacts indicated the need for assistance at the local level in programming, organization, membership recruitment and general guidance. Workshops are planned for the fall of 1973 to provide this assistance for local associations.

Looking to the future we see Area Vice-Presidents playing a more active role in establishing new locals and the promotion of Home and School in their own area. With the advent of larger School units we believe the need for Home and School is greater than ever. At the same time it becomes a greater problem to maintain viable locals in the consolidated school. However, it is the intention of the P.E.|. Federation to promote a strong grass roots organization so that our Area Councils and Provincial Federation can speak with a strong and effective voice on educational issues.

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Home and School Associations must remember that the community as a suitable place for young people to develop is their greatest opportunity. The home, whether good or bad, is somewhat controlled by the parents. Schools are controlled by teachers. Unless well-meaning people control the community, many undesirable influences are likely to creep in. Schools should supply all that poor homes lack and should utilize all that good homes give. Are you proud of what your Association does?

- L. A, DeWo/fe

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