Special education classes in Ottawa show progress and needs
In Garfield School and nearby sites in Ottawa, educable and trainable students study reading and writing in small groups. Teachers Mrs. Baker and Mrs. Atchison describe their classes emphasizing routine and hands on projects while district leaders discuss funding for a potential level four federal aid program including manual arts, shop and vocational courses.
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Ottawa
Garfield School
Elizabeth Backer
Ottawa Junior High School
Dixie Atchison
Baptist Church
Irene Clymore
Unified School District 290
Marvin P. Forker
Forker
Franklin County association aims to educate on needs of retarded children
Franklin County Association for Retarded Children, led by Rev. Roger Greenslade, promotes public awareness and community action for mentally retarded children. Plans include a Sunday School class to provide common experiences, with emphasis on belonging and normal social development.
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Franklin County Association For
Roger Greenslade
Community Interest Sparks Franklin County Retarded Children Group
About a year after its start the Franklin County Association for Retarded Children organized in 1965 to fill service gaps for mentally retarded children. Officers and six committees were chosen, a speakers bureau formed, and the group received its charter on October 23, 1965.
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Franklin Coun Ty Association For
Roger Green
Slade
Mike Newmaster
Howard Reineman
Marlon Chaney
Ape
Elmer Roth
Dixie Atchison
Bruce Spears
Emporia
Ottawa
Wellsville
Association
Parsons, Norton and
Winfield