Letters to the Editor 02-13-2002
July 28, 2016 at 4:25 p.m.
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- God And Basketball - Urban Sprawl - Supports Dr. Cook - Educational Priorities - School Survey
God And Basketball
Editor, Times-Union:Mr. Jacobson, it sounds as though you have green eyes. What does having a winning record for four years have to do with God? It is God who gave these girls the talent, desire and ability to do so. He gives it to everybody. How we use it is up to each individual, either in everyday life, business, schools, yes, even basketball, Mr. Jacobson. Have you never witnessed a good high school basketball game (Hoosier Hysteria)? If you knew these girls, or have ever spent any time around any of them, you could easily see what fine young women they are and will continue to do so in their lives, regardless of what they do after the basketball game. Philippians 4:13: "I can do all things through Christ (in him) which (that) strengtheneth me."
Vicki Carpenter
Cromwell
Urban Sprawl
Editor, Times-Union:Re: The letter to the editor of Kip Tom, 2-5-02
Earlier the very day that his letter appeared, I drove in some areas of Kosciusko County. I noted to myself then, "What a mishmash of urban sprawl!"
As Mr. Tom says, "What will our county look like 20 years from now? Just take a good hard look now."
His suggestion of strategic planning by professionals with immediate follow-through by the Area Plan Commission and us citizens should surely be the way to go.
NOW!
Lila O'Connell
Warsaw
Supports Dr. Cook
Editor, Times-Union:After reading the recent article regarding Dr. Tim Cook, I felt compelled to write a few words about the Dr. Cook that I have come to know and respect over the past several years. I have been a patient of his for almost 15 years and within that time period, I have had some difficult medical and obstetrical circumstances that I have been forced to face.
Dr. Cook is a doctor who is not only highly skilled, but is also a very compassionate person. He is someone who cares about his patients, who is willing to take the time to talk to his patients and to get to know them. He shares your excitement with the good times and shares your tears with the difficult times. He cares enough to hold your hand and reassure you when you are facing the uncertainty of your health or the health of your unborn child. When the fate of our unborn child's life was put into the hands of Dr. Cook, and then a few years later when the fate of my own health was at stake, I knew that not only was I fortunate enough to have a skilled surgeon, but also was fortunate enough to have a doctor that possesses the kindness and gentleness needed to help ease the emotional pain of those difficult times.
It may be hard to understand the decisions that people make when faced with discomfort over a period of time, whether it be of a physical or emotional nature, but I certainly respect Dr. Cook for confronting and obtaining help for his condition. I am very happy and relieved to know that he is well and that he will be able to continue giving quality care to the women of our area. Thank you again, Dr. Cook, for all of the care and support that you have given to me and my family over the years, and be assured that we will support you throughout any difficulties that you may encounter.
Respectfully,
Ann Sciarra
Winona Lake
Educational Priorities
Editor, Times-Union:To Laurie Hahn:
Your article on the School Board decision in the Monday, Feb.4, 2002, issue was very good. What we need is better education, not a more expensive buildings program. Silver Lake residents did the right thing. School superintendent Dr. Lee Harman and the board should realize the parents want the best education for their children that money can buy.
When you see who the top students in national competitions are and where they were taught, Dr. Harman and the board should re-examine our system. We should be top in education, not top in new buildings. What is Dr. Harman's legacy he wants to be remembered by? Education or buildings? And you do not base your buildings' needs and cost on only one recommendation. You look at it with the attitude of, what would I want to pay if it all was coming out of my pocket. Dr. Harman and the board need to see where their priorities are and make the best decision with education being the goal.
Harvey Badman
Warsaw
via e-mail
School Survey
Editor, Times-Union:Laurie, it isn't so much that we're complacent, but rather an indifferent community. Our present high school building is a monument to that indifference. Mostly, we don't want to get involved, or don't know how to get involved. Give us a leader and we'll probably follow. That's what happened in Silver Lake.
As a nation we are 15th academically worldwide. How long can we remain a world power if we don't have a good educational system? Our president tells us education is our No. 1 priority. However, ISTEP scores statewide did not improve significantly last year. Taxpayers (and parents) should be asking for accountability.
If we are one of two out of the top 25 schools in Indiana without a football stadium, where are we academically? Since tax dollars will fund these proposals, how can we justify spending on extracurricular, non-credit activities unless there's a proven correlation to academics? Will every student benefit from an enhanced sports program? How many girls will go on to play professional football (or boys, for that matter)?
The proposals of the current school board begs the question - What is the mission of our school system, is it academics or sports?
The school system should be of interest to everyone in the school district, as it is our money that funds it. Therefore, I suggest that a districtwide survey be sent to every home for feedback as to what the citizens want in an educational system. Perhaps the KC Foundation could help fund such a survey.
The Silver Lake coalition should expand their efforts to cover more issues and increase membership of more concerned citizens. If parents get involved and have a physical presence in the school system, perhaps it won't be necessary to have policemen in the schools.
Alberta Wamsley
Warsaw
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God And Basketball
Editor, Times-Union:Mr. Jacobson, it sounds as though you have green eyes. What does having a winning record for four years have to do with God? It is God who gave these girls the talent, desire and ability to do so. He gives it to everybody. How we use it is up to each individual, either in everyday life, business, schools, yes, even basketball, Mr. Jacobson. Have you never witnessed a good high school basketball game (Hoosier Hysteria)? If you knew these girls, or have ever spent any time around any of them, you could easily see what fine young women they are and will continue to do so in their lives, regardless of what they do after the basketball game. Philippians 4:13: "I can do all things through Christ (in him) which (that) strengtheneth me."
Vicki Carpenter
Cromwell
Urban Sprawl
Editor, Times-Union:Re: The letter to the editor of Kip Tom, 2-5-02
Earlier the very day that his letter appeared, I drove in some areas of Kosciusko County. I noted to myself then, "What a mishmash of urban sprawl!"
As Mr. Tom says, "What will our county look like 20 years from now? Just take a good hard look now."
His suggestion of strategic planning by professionals with immediate follow-through by the Area Plan Commission and us citizens should surely be the way to go.
NOW!
Lila O'Connell
Warsaw
Supports Dr. Cook
Editor, Times-Union:After reading the recent article regarding Dr. Tim Cook, I felt compelled to write a few words about the Dr. Cook that I have come to know and respect over the past several years. I have been a patient of his for almost 15 years and within that time period, I have had some difficult medical and obstetrical circumstances that I have been forced to face.
Dr. Cook is a doctor who is not only highly skilled, but is also a very compassionate person. He is someone who cares about his patients, who is willing to take the time to talk to his patients and to get to know them. He shares your excitement with the good times and shares your tears with the difficult times. He cares enough to hold your hand and reassure you when you are facing the uncertainty of your health or the health of your unborn child. When the fate of our unborn child's life was put into the hands of Dr. Cook, and then a few years later when the fate of my own health was at stake, I knew that not only was I fortunate enough to have a skilled surgeon, but also was fortunate enough to have a doctor that possesses the kindness and gentleness needed to help ease the emotional pain of those difficult times.
It may be hard to understand the decisions that people make when faced with discomfort over a period of time, whether it be of a physical or emotional nature, but I certainly respect Dr. Cook for confronting and obtaining help for his condition. I am very happy and relieved to know that he is well and that he will be able to continue giving quality care to the women of our area. Thank you again, Dr. Cook, for all of the care and support that you have given to me and my family over the years, and be assured that we will support you throughout any difficulties that you may encounter.
Respectfully,
Ann Sciarra
Winona Lake
Educational Priorities
Editor, Times-Union:To Laurie Hahn:
Your article on the School Board decision in the Monday, Feb.4, 2002, issue was very good. What we need is better education, not a more expensive buildings program. Silver Lake residents did the right thing. School superintendent Dr. Lee Harman and the board should realize the parents want the best education for their children that money can buy.
When you see who the top students in national competitions are and where they were taught, Dr. Harman and the board should re-examine our system. We should be top in education, not top in new buildings. What is Dr. Harman's legacy he wants to be remembered by? Education or buildings? And you do not base your buildings' needs and cost on only one recommendation. You look at it with the attitude of, what would I want to pay if it all was coming out of my pocket. Dr. Harman and the board need to see where their priorities are and make the best decision with education being the goal.
Harvey Badman
Warsaw
via e-mail
School Survey
Editor, Times-Union:Laurie, it isn't so much that we're complacent, but rather an indifferent community. Our present high school building is a monument to that indifference. Mostly, we don't want to get involved, or don't know how to get involved. Give us a leader and we'll probably follow. That's what happened in Silver Lake.
As a nation we are 15th academically worldwide. How long can we remain a world power if we don't have a good educational system? Our president tells us education is our No. 1 priority. However, ISTEP scores statewide did not improve significantly last year. Taxpayers (and parents) should be asking for accountability.
If we are one of two out of the top 25 schools in Indiana without a football stadium, where are we academically? Since tax dollars will fund these proposals, how can we justify spending on extracurricular, non-credit activities unless there's a proven correlation to academics? Will every student benefit from an enhanced sports program? How many girls will go on to play professional football (or boys, for that matter)?
The proposals of the current school board begs the question - What is the mission of our school system, is it academics or sports?
The school system should be of interest to everyone in the school district, as it is our money that funds it. Therefore, I suggest that a districtwide survey be sent to every home for feedback as to what the citizens want in an educational system. Perhaps the KC Foundation could help fund such a survey.
The Silver Lake coalition should expand their efforts to cover more issues and increase membership of more concerned citizens. If parents get involved and have a physical presence in the school system, perhaps it won't be necessary to have policemen in the schools.
Alberta Wamsley
Warsaw
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