PUPILS WANTED

Bay of Plenty Beacon, Volume 11, Issue 82, 19 September 1947, Page 5

PUPILS WANTED

EVENING CLASS STUDIES COMMERCIAL SUBJECTS When asked if there was in existence a night school to teach typing, shorthand and book-keeping Mr I. B. Hubbard, Headmaster of the Whakatane District High School, had some interesting remarks to make on the subject. Apparently such a class was considered at the beginning of the present year. This was advertised with disappointing results. It seems strange that a town the size of Whakatane cannot. produce twelve people who are willing to forsake a few hours of their leisure to acquire knowledge which will be an asset in later life. Other Classes’ Success Mr Hubbard stressed the fact that night classes in other subjects had been well supported, students coming from as far afield as Opotiki to attend. Expert tuition is available in each of the three subjects mentioned and provided a decent muster is found classes could be commenced almost straight away. The Subjects The subjects are three which are of value to almost any person, except perhaps, in the case of shorthand. Typing is always an asset—to anyone. Any person who does a lot of writing knows that the task is made much lighter when a typewriter is used—provided of course one knows how to use it properly. Then comes book-keeping, the subject of the most general interest. To farmers and those in business a properly kept set of books showing at a glance just how things are is a tremendous advantage.

Shorthand, while it has not the general appeal of the other two subjects, is of great value in many occupations. How many people have said, “Oh I wish I knew some shorthand!”

Apply Immediately

All interested in attending evening classes can obtain full details from Mr Hubbard but are urged to e. xire IMMEDIATELY so that the question can be decided at once. Everything needed is on hand—except the pupils. As soon as twelve people desiring to learn can be found the idea can be put under way.