The following is a more detailed statement of the work in the various courses: SCHOOL Elementary Science Each teacher prepared and planted a small garden plot, attended to it during the five weeks, GARDENING and kept records of all operations and observations. The varieties of vegetables and fruits generHORTICULTURE ally grown in gardens were studied, and the best methods of cultivating each. Operations in the garden were discussed, e.g. preparation of the soil, planting, transplanting, weeding and thinning. Instruction was given in the various methods FLORICULTURAL of propagation, transplanting, potting, repotting, and the general care of flowering plants. Hot beds, cold frames and window boxes were discussed as to construction and use. By visiting various parks, each teacher learned to recognize and name a large number of flowers and flowering shrubs. The principles of laying out and beautifying school LANDSCAPE grounds, public or private grounds were studied, GARDENING and examples of each observed about the city. The names of the various trees, shrubs and flowers that are best suited for each purpose were learned, and the varieties were observed and studied. Local trips were taken for the purpose of studying FORESTRY our native shrubs and trees, their names, characteristics, habitat and economic values. Each teacher examined, identified and made THEORETICAL mounted collections of: BOTANY (1) Weeds and wild flowers. (2) Grasses and grains. (3) Seeds of grains, grasses, vegetables, fruits. Physiological experiments with seeds and plants were performed by each member of the class, and the results noted. Weather observations were made, climatic METEOROLOGY changes noted and records kept on a chart. Discussions were held on probable causes and effects. This course includes a general survey of animal ANIMAL biology with emphasis on the ecologic and economic LIFE importance of the specimen studied. Lectures and demonstrations were given to the classes, but most of the work was done afield where the students were able to make observations of many species, their form,habits, life histories, economic and sanitary importance. The course embraced a study of the interrelation of plants and animals as illustrated in galls, pollination, and the transmission of disease to plants, aquatic life, and the making, stocking and maintaining of an aquarium. Special attention was given to the economic importance of many of the common insects, the extent of the injury they produce, and the methods of remedying the same. Instruction was given in the collecting and mounting of insects, and each student was required to gather and mount a liberal number. Considerable attention was paid to the birds of the province. While lectures dealing with the methods of study and economic importance of the various species were given, most of the work covered in the field trips during which the students were able to note the color, form, habits, life histories and. economic importance of many of our common birds. The study of the higher forms of life, besides those already mentioned, included the fish, frog, snake and several farm animals, all of which were taken up in more or less detail. The handcrafts department has proved, once again, an unqualified success. Year by year the numbers of students increase and the subjects suitable to the particular needs of the individual teacher are taken up and practised with an enthusiasm which guarantees a successful application of handwork in the districts where these students take charge. The subjects offered in our curriculum were: basketry, sewing, woodcarving, advanced and elementary woodwork, mechanical drawing and blacksmithing. Every course was well attended, the efforts of the teaching staff receiving an outspoken appreciation, which considerably lightened the tasks undertaken, and made everyone feel that the vacation was well spent. Sixty-five students were registered, a large percentage of whom undertook two subjects, while a goodly number by eagerly filling in every moment of their time, attended three courses, thus displaying a devotion to their profession which augurs well for the future personnel of the teaching staff of the province. That our school has demonstrated its usefulness is proved by the return year after year of many of our old students and the increasing number seeking the training it offers. With the organization of our curriculum into definite courses further progress will be made in the coming year, and with a wider field and greater facilities the school will year by year prove of greater assistance to the teaching profession. Much of the success of these summer sessions is due to the enthusiastic support received from every member of the staff, and the future of any undertaking is assured when one can rely upon such an able body of men and women. Miss K. E. M. Sutton Miss M. C. Campbell Miss Ruth I. Cross (no dip- Miss Isabel Smith loma) Mr. H. B. Bees Miss A. Diamond Miss Inez A. Hill Miss M. E. Sutton Miss M. G. Sinclair Mr. R. G. Sinnamon Mr. T. H. Shakespeare Miss Margt. Johnson (no dip- Mr. G. O. Thorsteinson Mr. Lewis Inglott loma) Mr. Robt. Johnston Miss Olive M. Johnston Miss Isabel B. Jacklin Mrs. G. E. Jackson Mr. H. G. Leeson Miss A. L. Lucking Mrs. M. C. Margarson Mr. H. S. Williams Miss M. J. Werseen Miss M. E. Wood Mr. G. A. Vervais Miss C. B. Young (no diploma Mr. J. H. Basarabowicz |