Letter To The Editor
NH Needs An Online Driver Ed Option
Now that the driver ed bill (HB 1440) has passed the NH House 240-74
with bi-partisan support, it heads to the Senate. As the prime sponsor
I’d like to clear up some misunderstandings about the bill.
First, the purpose of the driver ed bill is to make our roads safer by
allowing an affordable (under $75) online driver ed option. Currently
teenagers, who aren’t able to pay for a driving school course, are
waiting until age 18 to get their license, because at age 18 they aren’t
required to take driver ed.
These teens never learn that speed kills. They never learn how to avoid
distracted driving. They never learn how to scan the road for hazards.
Do we want them driving our roads not knowing these things? That just
isn’t safe!
Second, high-quality online driver ed courses, such as the ones the NH
Department of Safety would approve, are completely secure. It is
impossible to cheat on these courses and students must score 90% or
better on the test for each level before advancing to the next level.
There are seven levels in all. In addition, these courses will be
customized for NH and will include the most up-to-date, cutting edge,
driver education information.
Third, insurance companies give discounts for approved, high-quality
online programs with parents providing behind-the-wheel training.
Insurance companies, who are experts at assessing risk, know parents
will do a great job providing behind-the-wheel training after they
complete their own online course on how to teach their teenager to
drive.
Last, driving schools will continue to stay in business. Driving schools
will always be in demand. The students most likely to choose the online
option aren’t even potential driving school customers, because they
can’t afford a $500 to $900 driving school course. HB 1440 expands the
driver education market. It makes our roads safer by encouraging more
teens to choose to become educated in this vital area.
State Rep. Laura Jones
Strafford 1 - Rochester, NH
(603) 948-2264
Men’s Breakfast
Center Barnstead Christian Church is hosting a free Men’s Breakfast this
Saturday, March 31st from 7:30-8:30 am. All men are invited to come and
enjoy breakfast.
Our guest speaker this month is Kevin Goble. Kevin will be sharing his
testimony of how he came to know and trust Christ (it’s an ugly tale
with a happy ending). But more specific, what it means to be a
Christian, and how each and every one of us is called to a ministry
within the Church.
The Center Barnstead Christian Church is located on Route 126, next to
the Town Hall. For more information contact the church at 269-8831.
Community Potluck Dinner
The PTO of Barnstead Elementary School and Artist-In-Residence Program
Present: Dinner Theatre with Performance by The Hampstead Players.
•When: Thursday, April 5, 2012
•Dinner Time: 5:30 pm
•Performance Time: 6:15 pm
•Where: BES Gymnasium
•Cost: Donations Accepted at Door
Please bring a dish to share. The PTO will provide water, Hi-C orange
drink, cold cuts platter and pizza.
The Hampstead Players will be performing Robin Hood with help from
members of the audience.
Raffles
One week’s tuition to Summer Performing Arts Camp ($125 value) donated
by The Hampstead Players. Raffle tickets are $1.00 each. PTO member
families will receive 1 free raffle ticket.
Two rental packages to OSG Paintball ($50 value) donated by OSG
Paintball. Raffle tickets are 50¢ each. PTO member families will receive
2 free raffle tickets.
Tools For Successful Navigation Of The Teen Years In Education
And Life
Join us on March 31 and April 7, 2012 from 9 am to 1 pm to learn skills
to empower our students (and selves) to live the life we want.
For 8 hours, Prospect Mountain High School, in Alton NH, will be
transforming the lives of today’s teens. Often heard is the expression,
if I had only known then, what I know now, how different would my life
be! Why not give the teens of today, who are the leaders of tomorrow,
exactly that information. End the cycle of turbulent, angst-ridden teen
years, and empower our students to accept they have the power within
themselves to create the reality they want.
Our media bombards us with information about Bullying, Teen Suicide,
Drug and Alcohol use, teen pregnancy. Our schools are a 8 hour a day
impact on the lives and minds of our children. Do you like the message
they are getting from their peers? You can change what your student
chooses to allow into their lives. You can change what the major focus
of their educational time is.
Parents/Family and Educational Professionals, why not take this time to:
Learn how to communicate with today’s teen (it is certainly different
then how we communicated with our parents).
Empower students to make better choices and to create the life that will
serve them well.
Find what kind of student they are and how they learn, and how to make
it work for them.
How to take "stress" and make it positive energy and a tool for success.
For parents with students with "exceptionalities" there will be a
certified ADHD coach to show you and your student how to take the
"disease" and make it a difference. Learn how to study and manage your
ADHD brain and the time schedule it keeps.
How to advocate for your child without being an adversary.
For Students
Learn how to find your passion, and then make your career choices that
will make your life shine.
How to study for and properly prep for tests, exams and the SATs.
Learn how you learn, what works best and what will help you succeed.
Note taking, it’s not fun but it is necessary, and how to make it work
for you.
Learn how to talk to your parents so they hear what you are saying.
Live the life you want and learn how to create the future you desire.
Learn how to make the choices that are in conjunction with the life you
want.
Learn how to change your perception, despite the discomfort and create
your success.
Pre-registration is kindly requested to allow presenters to gather
adequate materials and to get the sessions you want. The cost $20/day or
$35 for both sessions Mastercard/Visa accepted $25 at the door (seating
not guaranteed).
For registration or questions, contact us at 848-6952,
[email protected] or find us on Facebook at
facebook/yourperceptions.
The Suncook Valley Art And Artisan Tour – Call For Entries
Last fall, a group of artists in the Suncook Valley area met to plan our
own open studio tour. We are excited to announce the creation of the
Suncook Valley Art and Artisan Tour, and are pleased to invite local
fine artists and artisans to participate in this summer’s first annual
open studio show and sale on Saturday, July 21, 2012, from 10:00 am –
4:00 pm.
We would like to keep the open studios within easy driving distance of
the Route 28 corridor between Alton and Hooksett, NH. For those wishing
to participate who might be outside of this immediate area, or those who
prefer not to open their private studios, the Barnstead Town Hall will
be available for booth setup. The Town Hall will also serve as a home
base for the tour, providing tour maps, open studio information, and
artist bios.
Entry deadline is May 31st with an entry fee of $25.00
For more information and registration please contact Steve Winchester at
(603)-269-2720 or by e-mail to
[email protected]
Suncook Valley Art and Artisan Tour Committee:
Joanne Balcom
Carolyn Hughes
Janice Metzger
Edith Weiler
Elizabeth Winchester Larson
Harriet Winchester
Stephen Winchester
Beverly Lussier