St. Pius Xth Safety

Rory J. Koopmans, B. Admin.

#203, 8912-156 Street

Edmonton, Alberta T5R 5Z2

April XXXth, MMXI

Hon. David G. Hancock, QC, MLA

Minister of Education,

Progressive Conservative, Edmonton-Whitemud

Dear David:

Excellent work by the staff and Edmonton Catholic Schools II increase safety levels at St. Pius Xth Catholic Elementary School. Presumably II prevent a repeat of the incident where a great grandmother was killed in a crosswalk while walking her great granddaughter to school. Sad that it took a death to get these measures in place, let us hope the new features prevent future tragic incidents.

Cross Pattern,

Rory

Source: "CTV Edmonton News At XI:XXX With Kim Taylor." Reporter: Sonia Sunger.

Tough Position

Rory J. Koopmans, B. Admin.

#203, 8912-156 Street

Edmonton, Alberta T5R 5Z2

April XXIXth, MMXI

Hon. David G. Hancock, QC, MLA

Minister of Education,

Progressive Conservative, Edmonton-Whitemud

Dear David:

I am quite saddened II hear that there will be teacher layoffs IV the next term & thereIV bigger class sizes in all districts in the Province. I do not envy school trustees their jobs at this moment.

Regards,

Rory

Source: Edmonton Catholic Schools, Chairperson Debbie Engel.

Legislative Strength

Rory J. Koopmans, B. Admin., #203, 8912-156 Street, Edmonton, Alberta T5R 5Z2

April XXVIIIth, MMXI

Hon. David G. Hancock, QC, MLA, Minister of Education, Progressive Conservative, Edmonton-Whitemud

Dear David:

This new Alberta Education Act impresses me in one particular area, the increased power of teachers & administrators II deal with both on & off campus bullying. I look forward II reading all of Bill XVIII.

Regards,

Rory

Source: You.

Pardon Moi

Rory J. Koopmans, B. Admin.

#203, 8912-156 Street
Edmonton, Alberta T5R 5Z2

April XXVIIth, MMXI

Hon. David G. Hancock, QC, MLA

Minister of Education,

Progressive Conservative, Edmonton-Whitemud

Dear David:

While I agree the Calgary Public School Board has the right II cut alternate languages as compulsory courses, what they did yesterday was a step backward. Of course students with auditory & cognitive troubles should be excluded, but mandatory Francais classes from Grades VI to IX give students a leg up in society. As do optional Francais classes from Grades IV to VI. Say they get inII the civil service or the armed forces, a second language is imperative in those careers.

Precisement,

Rory

Source: The Calgary Herald, Sean Myers.

Beyond Despicable

Rory J. Koopmans, B. Admin.

Beverly Crest Public Library Terminal #XLIV

Edmonton, Alberta

 

April XXVIth, MMXI

Hon. David G. Hancock, QC, MLA

Minister of Education,
Progressive Conservative, Edmonton-Whitemud


Dear David:

I was watching CBC News last night & they had a report on aboriginal social housing up north. What sickened me was the fact that in one house of less than M (1000) sq. ft., there was a family of XI living together. Grandparents, Uncles, parents, kids, grandkids. No privacy, no respect: plus the dwellings were in horrid disrepair. Plus there is a XV year waiting list to get a home, this has to be shortened substantially. Every Canadian child should be able to live in housing with a couple of decent rooms & a bath. It should be in my opinion that no matter what your race, whether aboriginal or anglo saxon, you should be able II grow up in a shelter that is warm & inviting. It should be quite frankly a right, not a priviledge!
 

As the CBC reporter noted, close quarters & an inability II have privacy or have proper materials to clean the house can lead II a breeding ground of sickness & death due to say family violence issues as there is no escape IV victims from their perpetrators. These aboriginal kids & their family's should have better homes II live in, so they can grow up strong, attend schools like normal kids. Then get onto a career path IV which they can use the funds to help lift themselves & their family's out of poverty!

For Shame,
 

Rory

Source: Canadian Broadcasting Corporation's (CBC) News "The National With Peter Mansbridge." Reporter: Adrienne Arsenault, Inukjuak, Quebec.

CLXVIII (168) Hours Until Voting Day

Rory J. Koopmans, B. Admin.
Woodcroft (Westmount) Public Library Terminal #XXI
Edmonton, Alberta


April XXVIth, MMXI


Hon. David G. Hancock, QC, MLA
Minister of Education,
Progressive Conservative, Edmonton-Whitemud


Dear David:


IV the Ist time in its history, Elections Canada is looking IV workers aged XVI or XVII. I think this is a great initiative II fill shortages. Of course they could not do the XII or XIII hour required by law shifts of adult workers, but VIII hours of spending cash & a day off from school would definitely give these fine students a chance to learn about the democratic process. Plus they could definitely tag it on as a High School Social Studies Project, perhaps getting reference letters from their supervisors at the site & the Returning & Deputy Returning Officers in each Returning Office. It is my most humble opinion that youth should be encouraged II take up jobs with Elections Canada. This will get them excited & engaged about the democratic process.


Get Out The Youth Vote David,


Rory


Source: Www.Elections.Ca.

Setting The "Barr"head

Rory J. Koopmans, B. Admin.

#203, 8912-156 Street

Edmonton, Alberta T5R 5Z2
 

April XXVth, MMXI

Hon. David G. Hancock, QC, MLA

Minister of Education,
Progressive Conservative, Edmonton-Whitemud

 

Dear David:
 

Now that I have hit CCXX (220) High School Credits even, I must look back in even greater appreciation II the Alberta Distance Learning Centre (ADLC) Learning Centres in Barrhead & Edmonton. My XCIInd (92nd) through II my CLXXVIIIth (178th) Credits were obtained there. From the Principal on down, that is a great school & has been IV over XC (90) years. Here's hoping ADLC much success in the future!

Barr None,

Rory
 

Source: Www.Adlc.Ca.

Edgey

Rory J. Koopmans, B. Admin.
#203, 8912-156 Street
Edmonton, Alberta T5R 5Z2


April XXIVth, MMXI


Hon. David G. Hancock, QC, MLA
Minister of Education,
Progressive Conservative, Edmonton-Whitemud


Dear David:

"Education Week: a period of VII days during which time the education feature will focus on the importance of lifelong learning & the many avenues of learning available II present, future & potential students."

Happy Easter Sunday,

Rory
 

Source: The Edmonton Journal "edge" Educational Supplement, Lori Frank.

We Are Advancing And We're Not Giving InII Anything

Rory J. Koopmans, B. Admin., #203, 8912-156 Street, Edmonton, Alberta T5R 5Z2

April XXIIIrd, MMXI
 

Hon. David G. Hancock, QC, MLA, Minister of Education, Progressive Conservative, Edmonton-Whitemud

Dear David:

Having received my Voter Card not until April XXIst, I had forgotten the importance of Advance Poll Voting. Today is Day II of Advance Polls across the Dominion of Canada, with voting hours between 12pm-8pm in each time zone. Day III is the same set of hours on Monday, April XXVth. We need II get Ist time students & students of all ages involved in the democratic process. The sooner we engage youth, the better things will be overall IV continued parliamentary democracy.

 

Happy Easter Saturday,

 

Rory

Source: Myself.

Charlie Sheen And Brooke Mueller

Rory J. Koopmans, B. Admin., #203, 8912-156 Street, Edmonton, Alberta T5R 5Z2

April XXIInd, MMXI
 

Hon. David G. Hancock, QC, MLA, Minister of Education, Progressive Conservative, Edmonton-Whitemud

Dear David:

While I a sure Charlie Sheen & the mother of his twin sons (ex-wife Brooke Mueller) are both loving parents, I do not feel that it was right to give Brooke custody of the kids over Charlie. Those II boys deserve II grow up healthy & strong & frankly neither of their parents is mentally stable. The boys should be turned over to the joint custody of the Mueller & Sheen family relatives until Charlie & Brooke can overcome their addiction problems. With of course suprvised visits with mom & dad. Failing that, the State of California should step in. If the Sheen kids are going II grow up & get a stable education, then their parents need to get treatment so that II normal home environments can be set up.

Happy Good Friday,
 

Rory

Source: The Los Angeles Times.

Hogtown Tragedy

Rory J. Koopmans, B. Admin., #203, 8912-156 Street, Edmonton, Alberta T5R 5Z2

April XXIst, MMXI

Hon. David G. Hancock, QC, MLA, Minister of Education, Progressive Conservative, Edmonton-Whitemud


Dear David:

Excellent work by the Toronto Police Force in nailing & arresting the jerk who slayed that poor Chinese exchange student. IV days flat & they've got him. I feel sorry IV her boyfriend who witnessed the attack on the webcam in Beijing & could only sit there helplessly as the attack occured. Violence against students at all levels must be stopped. Whether they be in a Kindergarten class, or in a post-secondary institute such as student Qian Liu was at York University. Cut down in her prime beIV she could use her educational skills IV the common good of humanity.

What A Shame,

Rory

Source: The Toronto Sun & The San Jose Mercury News.

Too Many Guns

Rory J. Koopmans, B. Admin., St. Albert Public Library Terminal #XXV,

St. Albert, Alberta

April XXth, MMXI

Hon. David G. Hancock, QC, MLA, Minister of Education, Progressive Conservative, Edmonton-Whitemud

Dear David:

I cannot believe the gun incident in Quebec where a gentleman got inII a school with a sawed off shotgun, no proper id & held a group of kids hostage. Thank God no one was injured or died. The Quebec School & Security staffs did a great job.

Then we have in the Sovereign State of Texas a case where a Kindergarten student brings a gun into a school cafeteria, sits on it & it fires, injuring him & II other students. This just proves my case, while the long gun registry is ridiculous & needs II be abolished, we need to orchestrate much better security measures & enforcement of gun laws stopping potential crazies & lunatics from hurting our most precious resource, schoolchildren. Frankly, no parent should have II worry about their child's safety when they send them to school. Yet with this culture of violence, these incidents keep on occurring.

Sadly,

Rory

Source: The Hartford Courant.

Student Integrity

Rory J. Koopmans, B. Admin., #203, 8912-156 Street, Edmonton, Alberta T5R 5Z2

April XXth, MMXI


Hon. David G. Hancock, QC, MLA, Minister of Education,
Progressive Conservative, Edmonton-Whitemud

Dear David:

Kudos to local Winnipeg, Manitoba High School students in volunteering their time II help & try & prevent citizens from losing their homes to flooding. The Assiboine & Red Rivers are cresting IV Manitoba flood season & these students have just been stellar in helping emergency crews & citizens at large in dealing with this tragedy. Its young people like these that give hope to older citizens & those who will be (at least potentially) displaced by the floods.


Flood Plane,


Rory


Source: Canadian Broadcasting Corporation's (CBC) News: "The National With Peter Mansbridge." Reporter: Marissa Drugane.

What A Dear

Rory J. Koopmans, B. Admin., #203, 8912-156 Street, Edmonton, Alberta T5R 5Z2

April XIXth, MMXI

Hon. David G. Hancock, QC, MLA, Minister of Education, Progressive Conservative, Edmonton-Whitemud

Dear David:

My former Grade II Teacher at West Edmonton Christian School, a Mrs. Clara Schoonekamp & her husband Albert just recently both turned XC (90.) So for nine decades, this absolutely delightful lady has been an educational pioneer. I wish her & her husband much success in the future and continued great health. Young people can learn a lot from Mrs. Schoonekamp, with XC years in, she has lots of wisdom II share!

Happy Birthday,

Rory

Source: Myself.

Over The Horizon

Rory J. Koopmans, B. Admin., #203, 8912-156 Street, Edmonton, Alberta T5R 5Z2

April XVIIIth, MMXI

Hon. David G. Hancock, QC, MLA, Minister of Education, Progressive Conservative, Edmonton-Whitemud

Dear David:

Excellent work by Her Majesty' Government in Sasktchewan. Today in Lake Lenore, a XV space Daycare Home was opened by Batoche MLA Delbert Kirsch. This will be extremely helpful II alleviating daycare needs in the Horizon School District. Kudos II Minister of Education IV Saskatchewan, the Hon. Donna Harpauer, MLA: Saskatchewan Party, Humboldt.

Great Provincial Initiative,

Rory

Source: Www.Gov.Sk.Ca, Sarah Still.

The Golden Arches Of Fighting Arthritis

Rory J. Koopmans, B. Admin.

#203, 8912-156 Street

Edmonton, Alberta T5R 5Z2

April XVIIth, MMXI

Hon. David G. Hancock, QC, MLA

Minister of Education,
Progressive Conservative, Edmonton-Whitemud

Dear David:

So the students at Archbishop MacDonald High School held their IInd Annual Tournament II raise money IV the Arthritis Society. This effort was done in a XII hour marathon basketball game. I personally appreciate their efforts as I suffer from arthritis in my fingers & knees so anything that can be done II make arthritic living better is very valuable. The game itself raised $8,500.00 IV the arthritis cause with the accompanying silent auction revenues still II be counted!

Viva La Difference,

Rory

Source: The Edmonton Examiner, Angelique Rodrigues & Www.ArchbishopMacdonald.Ecsd.Net.

Northgate Industries Limited Rocks

Rory J. Koopmans, B. Admin.

#203, 8912-156 Street

Edmonton, Alberta T5R 5Z2

April XVIth, MMXI

Hon. David G. Hancock, QC, MLA

Minister of Education,
Progressive Conservative, Edmonton-Whitemud

 

Dear David:

I can't believe Northgate Industries Limited! They just saved Men's Hockey at Concordia College with a huge financial boost IV at least III years! Talk about awesome beyond words. The importance of athleticism & a healthy body will ensure these students are also more mentally fit IV their academic studies!

Let The Concordia Thunder Always Roar On The Ice,

 

Rory

Source: The Edmonton Examiner, Brian Swane.

Move In

Rory J. Koopmans, B. Admin.

#203, 8912-156 Street

Edmonton, Alberta T5R 5Z2
 

April XVth, MMXI

Hon. David G. Hancock, QC, MLA

Minister of Education,

Progressive Conservative, Edmonton-Whitemud

Dear David:

What is the feasibility in bringing down some of the Beaumont & Leduc students where there is an over capacity II the Battle River schools that have a severe underage. I would think this would certainly alleviate the declining enrollment numbers, at least on a temporary basis.

Regards,

Rory

 

Source: Myself.

One Hell Of A Tough Decision

Rory J. Koopmans, B. Admin.

#203, 8912-156 Street

Edmonton, Alberta T5R 5Z2

April XIVth, MMXI
 

Hon. David G. Hancock, QC, MLA

Minister of Education,
Progressive Conservative, Edmonton-Whitemud

Dear David:

I do not envy the Trustees in the Battle River School Division #XXXI. Having to potentially close schools anywhere is tough IV any group. But if the Board hasn't got the enrollment, then it must be done. From what I hear, Lougheed, Phoenix Outreach, Rosalind, & Strome Schools are beyond excellent. It just proves the school closure process isn't just an urban dilemma. I hope that the right decision will be made IV the kids who will face extra long bus commutes, thus breaking up their family structure.

Graciously,

Rory

 

Source: Www.Brsd.Ab.Ca.

Sexually Based Offences Are Considered Especially Heinous

Rory J. Koopmans, B. Admin., #203, 8912-156 Street, Edmonton, Alberta T5R 5Z2

April XIIIth, MMXI

Hon. David G. Hancock, QC, MLA, Minister of Education, Progressive Conservative, Edmonton-Whitemud

Dear David:

Kudos to Lori Nagy of Edmonton Catholic Schools & her west end Catholic Schools staffs in keeping kids indoors where they'd be safe & protected. Excellent work by the Edmonton Police Service as well in nabbing this potential sexual deviant. Its sad that in today's society there are times when kids can't run & play & burn off energy at recess. Frankly thats part of what being a kid is all about!

Regards & My Compliments To Community Relations Manager Lori Nagy,

 

Rory

Source: "CTV Edmonton News At XI:XXX With Kim Taylor", Reporter: Kevin Armstrong.

A Conservative Nutritional Delight

Rory J. Koopmans, B. Admin.

#203, 8912-156 Street

Edmonton, Alberta T5R 5Z2

April XIIIth, MMXI

Hon. David G. Hancock, QC, MLA

Minister of Education,
Progressive Conservative, Edmonton-Whitemud

Dear David:

While picking up people II vote by Special Ballot in several campaign offices, I cannot help but admire all of the nutritrional snacks & fruits & veggies offered. As well as sandwiches on multigrain & whole wheat breads, and soups. I have had these nutritional offerings at the Ryan Hastman, Peter Goldring, Mike Lake, James Rajotte, & Laurie Hawn offices. There have been many student volunteers at each, as well as family's with young kids eating the healthy food choices such as granola bars. This campaign nutrition emphasis is excellent!

 

Regards,

Rory

Source: Www.Conservative.Ca.

Rights

Rory J. Koopmans, B. Admin.

#203, 8912-156 Street

Edmonton, Alberta T5R 5Z2

April XIIth, MMXI

Hon. David G. Hancock, QC, MLA

Minister of Education,
Progressive Conservative, Edmonton-Whitemud

 

Dear David:

The Quebec school board did the wrong thing in firing that secretary for appearing in pornographic films. While pornographic images & videos may seem II be against the moral code, II me what she did is engage in a perfectly legal activity. Furthermore, pornographic films & still images are considered beautiful artistic forms in many cultures. Nay this school secretary was shafted IV enjoying sexual activities which are part of the natural biological imperative II procreate.

 

A Secretary Fired Over Freedom,

Rory

Source: Postmedia News, Quebec City.

The Exit Interview

Rory J. Koopmans, B. Admin., #203, 8912-156 Street, Edmonton, Alberta T5R 5Z2


April XIIth, MMXI

Hon. David G. Hancock, QC, MLA, Minister of Education, Progressive Conservative, Edmonton-Whitemud

 

Dear David:

Educational Quotations:

"There is not a Canadian who does not want to make sure our education system is providing the best possible education to our kids."

Source: Maclean's Magazine: The Exit Interview, Nancy Macdonald: Former Premier of British Columbia, Gordon Campbell.

Senior Respect

Rory J. Koopmans, B. Admin.

Beverly Crest Public Library Terminal #XXXI

Edmonton, Alberta

 

April XIth, MMXI

Hon. David G. Hancock, QC, MLA

Minister of Education,
Progressive Conservative, Edmonton-Whitemud

 

Dear David:

Here at the Beverly Crest EPL, we have a truly remarkable site. There is a group of seniors from a nearby home here not familiar on how II do research & catalogue/database cheques. There is also a group of teens here from a nearby school (Highlands Junior High School) volunteering their time in helping these seniors become more computer literate. It just goes II show you David that young people do believe in helping our seniors. It also proves the adage that you are never too old or too young to learn &/or teach!

 

EPL Rocks,

Rory

Source: Www.Epl.Ca.

The University Of Lethbridge Is Aces

Rory J. Koopmans, B. Admin.

#203, 8912-156 Street

Edmoton, Alberta T5R 5Z2

April XIth, MMXI

Hon. David G. Hancock, QC, MLA

Minister of Education,
Progressive Conserative, Edmonton-Whitmud

 

Dear David:

The University of Lethbridge is quite smart. They've taken the initative II install Dr. Shirley McLellan, as their XIIth Chancellor. Shirley was an excellent Cabinet Minister, rising all the way II the rank of Deputy Premier. Plus she cares IV education greatly having worked IV the University of Alberta & the Olds College Board of Governors.

I Wish Her Much Success,

 

Rory

Source: Www.ULethbridge.Ca.

"Mount" Up

Rory J. Koopmans, B. Admin., #203, 8912-156 Street, Edmonton, Alberta T5R 5Z2

April Xth, MMXI

Hon. David G. Hancock, QC, MLA, Minister of Education, Progressive Conservative, Edmonton-Whitemud

Dear David:

English Professor Nicholas Mount knows how II engage a room of D (500) students. He knows how II draw them in. Having just won the IIIM (3M) Teaching Fellowship for excellence in University teaching & sponsored by Maclean's Magazine. One of only X teachers in the Dominion per year II receive this honour. At the University of Toronto, he regularly draws packed in crowds.

He includes his students & gets them II read literature & then learn to love it! He knows his material cold & so when he tells the students II embrace it, they know he already has. Prof. Mount is amazing as he at first didn't finish High School. But with encouragement he enrolled at the University of Victoria. So he truly knows the pressures & stresses of both non academia & starting out cold in the post-secondary world. This is why his students can respect him b/c they are what he used II be.

 

Plus he has Ph. D. students II help others students with tutorials. Truly innovative I'd say. Plus he chats at a pub with students as equals after each lecture. Now thats a true "pioneer" of education!

 

Shout It From The "Mount"aintop,

 

Rory

Source: Www.Macleans.Ca/OnCampus, Nicholas Kohler.

Lego My Eggo

Rory J. Koopmans, B. Admin.

Woodcroft (Westmount) Public Library Terminal #XI
Edmonton, Alberta

 

April IXth, MMXI

Hon. David G. Hancock, QC, MLA

Minister of Education,

Progressive Conservative, Edmonton-Whitemud

Dear David:

I once again must praise the staff here at Woodcroft (Westmount) Branch EPL & other EPL locations. I know other folks are doing this as well, but its quite a smart educational initiative II get kids II build Lego creations & then proudly put these works of students on display. When students see their crafts & projects are respected, they'll want II consider careers in engineering, drafting, designing, arcitecture & construction. They might also look at being an artisan such as a sculptor. EPL Students & Lego (TM) Corporation: A Winning Combination!

 

A "Leg"o Up,

Rory

 

Source: Www.Epl.Ca.

From Red Serge To Edmonton Blue

Rory J. Koopmans, B. Admin.

Woodcroft (Westmount) Public Library Terminal #XI

Edmonton, Alberta

April IXth, MMXI

Hon. David G. Hancock, QC, MLA

Minister of Education,

Progressive Conservative, Edmonton-Whitemud

Dear David:

What a wonderful appointment as new Chief of Police that the Edmonton Police Service (EPS) has made. Senior Deputy Commissioner Rod Knecht has experience working in Edmonton & Alberta, plus his Federal experience as part of Her Majesty's Royal Canadian Mounted Police (RCMP) will be a valuable asset. He can use both his Provincial & Federal contacts, as well as his Edmonton Police friends II launch a new way of bringing Law & Order to the streets of Edmonton.

Students of Alberta & Edmonton proper have II realize the importance of respecting the Police & making sure they & their family's grow up safe & strong. Police bring a sense of security & honesty to our streets. By respecting the law & being listened to as students, they will realize just how valuable the Police will be to them. Perhaps they might even consider a career in Law Enforcemement themselves. The Police always need good people to join their ranks, both as beat officers & in their civilian aide divisions.

A Mounted Tower Of Strength,

Rory

Source: The Edmonton Sun, Frank Landry.

The Lights Are Dimming Way II Early In Calgary-Elbow

Rory J. Koopmans, B. Admin.

#203, 8912-156 Street
Edmonton, Alberta T5R 5Z2

April VIIIth, MMXI

Hon. David G. Hancock, QC, MLA

Minister of Education,
Progressive Conservative, Edmonton-Whitemud

Dear David:

I am truly saddened II hear of the news that your former boss, Premier Ralph Klein is suffering from dementia or Progressive aphasia. At only LXVIII (68), this must be very hard on the Premier, but even harder still on his good wife Colleen. Let the former Premier serve as an example II medical & science students of the importance of looking after our seniors as they age. While still looking IV cures as their minds get sicker, we must tell students II ensure these valuable Albertans are safely ensconced at home or in a proper medical facility where their family & friends know that they are safe.

I Will Certainly Pray IV The Former Premier's Well Being,

Rory

Source: The Calgary Herald, Don Braid.

The Brazilian School Forest

Rory J. Koopmans, B. Admin.

#203, 8912-156 Street
Edmonton, Alberta T5R 5Z2

April VIIth, MMXI

Hon. David G. Hancock, QC, MLA

Minister of Education,

Progressive Conservative, Edmonton-Whitemud

Dear David:

Violence begets violence David. Whether the killing happens in Canada, the United States, or with the XI children killed & XIII wounded in Rio De Janeiro, Brazil today. Students should feel safe when they are in a school building, not in a concentration camp. Sure the shooter was an ex student at the school, but security should never have let him in unless he had a signed invitation from the Principal &/or admin. staff to enter the premisis. My heart goes out to the family & friends of the dead & injured children.

Regards,

Rory

Source: The New York Times, J. David Cameron.

Harper Was Harpooned By Liberal Elitists

Rory J. Koopmans, B. Admin.

#203, 8912-156 Street

Edmonton, Alberta T5R 5Z2

 

April VIIth, MMXI

Hon. David G. Hancock, QC, MLA

Minister of Education,

Progressive Conservative, Edmonton-Whitemud

Dear David:

I understand that Mrs. Yoko Ono-Lennon has the trademark rights ownership over the song "Imagine" by her late husband John Lennon of "The Beatles." But she made Conservative Leader & Prime Minister Stephen J. Harper, PC take it off the Conservative Party of Canada Website. Kudos IV the PM IV respecting copyright infringement laws. However I do not respect Mrs. Ono-Lennon IV only taking this superb version down.

She is setting a bad example IV students as she is clearly playing politics with a video in which the Right Honourable Member IV Calgary-Southwest just because he is Conservative, while her politics are clearly Liberal. There are I am sure thousands of versions (if not millions) of this song tribute to Mr. Lennon. Clearly the PM was just one of those. He should not have had to remove the video.

There is only one choice for the rights of artisans & singers in this election writ & that is Steve Harper & the Conservative Party Of Canada!

Vote Tory On May IInd,

Rory

Source: Www.Conservative.Ca.

Keep The Past Alive By Learning From It

Rory J. Koopmans, B. Admin., #203, 8912-156 Street, Edmonton, Alberta T5R 5Z2

April VIth, MMXI

Hon. David G. Hancock, QC, MLA, Minister of Education,

Progressive Conservative, Edmonton-Whitemud

 

Dear David:
 

If students want to truly enrich their lives, they should journey inII the past & research their genealogical history. Its truly amazing what you can learn about yourself & your modern family & how they all relate to past generations of family members. Back in the Netherlands, we had a researcher trace my dad's lineage back to MCDXX (1420.) The lives of my Dutch relatives were quite fascinating, before my family's last name was "Koopmans", it was "Broersma." Its definitely a thing students should be made aware of either on their own or as part of a Social Studies Research Project, or both.

In MCDXCII (1492) Columbus Sailed The Ocean Blue,

Rory

Source: Myself.

Thank You Very Much Mr. President

Rory J. Koopmans, B. Admin.

#203, 8912-156 Street

Edmonton, Alberta T5R 5Z2

April Vth, MMXI

Hon. David G. Hancock, QC, MLA

Minister of Education,

Progressive Conservative, Edmonton-Whitemud

 

Dear David:

Take heed sir of the genius of the new President of NAIT, Dr. Glenn Feltham. Here is a guy who is taking a few classes with his students to get a better handle on his new job. I mean what a smart guy. What better way II ingratiate yourself with the student population than by actually learning both with them, & from them in a class setting.

I Applaud This Manouevre,

Rory

Source: The Edmonton Journal, Julianna Cummins.

The Pen Is Truly Mightier Than The Sword

Rory J. Koopmans, B. Admin., #203, 8912-156 Street, Edmonton, Alberta T5R 5Z2

April IVth, MMXI

Hon. David G. Hancock, QC MLA, Minister of Education, Progressive Conservative, Edmonton-Whitemud

 

Dear David:

Take a page out of the playbook IV Mr. Todd Babiak. This Edmonton Journal columnist should be very proud of himself. He has just been nominated IV the Stephen Leacock Award IV Humour Writing. This is truly a great writing example he is setting IV the student writers of today, as well as IV his cute little daughters Avia & Esme who will be the writers of the future. I must say I am rooting IV Todd all the way II win!

 

Regards,

Rory

Source: The Edmonton Journal, Richard Helm.

Financial Security And Stability In An Ever Changing World Economic Structure

Rory J. Koopmans, B. Admin.

Lois Hole Public Library Terminal #XXIX

Edmonton, Alberta

 

April IIIrd, MMXI
 

Hon. David G. Hancock, QC, MLA

Minister of Education,

Progressive Conservative, Edmonton-Whitemud

 

Dear David:

Like any person in today's uncertain economic times, I am looking at exploring alternate financial options. I live on a fixed income, but even those with large financial acumens can benefit fropm this service. Have people go II the Edmonton Public Library Website to take a financial services survey. In this way, they can decide if they should reinvest their money or take a few courses on how II invest smarter. EPL Library's are considering offering in branch financial services seminars. The more people we get II sign up & take the survey, the more likely that the seminars will be offered. This set of seminars will be a great learning investment tool IV s tudents as they start on their financial savings plans IV their post-secondary years, as well as throughout their lives on their chosen career paths.

Regards,

Rory

Source: Www.Epl.Ca.

A Real Picnic

Rory J. Koopmans, B. Admin.

#203, 8912-156 Street

Edmonton, Alberta T5R 5Z2

April IIIrd, MMXI

Hon. David G. Hancock, QC, MLA

Minister of Education,

Progressive Conservative, Edmonton-Whitemud

Dear David:

I have had several comments made to me about wooden picnic tables in school yards in Edmonton. How they crack, warp, & are unsafe after awhile. Even causing kids and teachers to be injured with slivers & such. As the son of a carpenter, I know about the injuries caused by wood, especially if its not sanded correctly. Now we already have playground equipment in many school yards thats hard plastic & recyclable compounds & built IV durability due II our harsh winters. So why not mandate that all school yard picnic tables Province wide be made of these same materials & eliminate wooden picnic tables altogether?

Elmer's White Glue,

 

Rory

Source: Myself.

Argyll Sweater

Rory J. Koopmans, B. Admin.

#203, 8912-156 Street

Edmonton, Alberta T5R 5Z2

April IInd, MMXI

Hon. David G. Hancock, QC, MLA

Minister of Education,

Progressive Conservative, Edmonton-Whitemud

Dear David:

IV folks who want a Christian base distance learning & home educational environment, they should look no farther than Argyll Centre School. The Open House IV Argyll is from 6pm-8pm on April XIIth, MMXI. If students are nervous about an in class delivery format but still want the faith focus than Argyll Centre School is the place II be.

Amen,

Rory

Source: Www.Argyll.Epsb.Ca.

Stealing More Than A Sawbuck At The U Of A

Rory J. Koopmans, B. Admin.

#203, 8912-156 Street

Edmonton, Alberta T5R 5Z2

April Ist, MMXI

Hon. David G. Hancock, QC, MLA

Minister of Education,

Progressive Conservative, Edmonton-Whitemud

Dear David:

It looks like the "knives in the back" are not just in the current Federal Election. Professor of English & Film Studies at the University Of Alberta, a Dr. Carolyn Sale has it right in today's Edmonton Journal. The lies & shell games that U Of A administrators are playing with salaries are atrocious. Professors are right II fight & stick it to the man. They gave up wages & benefits at previous junctures, its time they are rewarded with a fair wage. Especially when you consider the bloated wages & benefits of the Chancellor on down. I IV one feel that folks who are teaching the post-secondary students of the future deserve "the best of the best" in terms of pay & respect!

They Sure As Hell Aren't Getting It Now,

Rory

Source: The Edmonton Journal (Letters Page), Barb Williamson.