Tuition includes CPR training, the textbook and other class materials. Following successful completion of the course, program graduates are eligible for the State of Indiana Certification Examination and the National EMT Registry Examination.

Application for the state certification is dependent upon passing this examination. This course is required to be a paramedic.

To be considered for the program, applicants must be at least 18 years of age and possess a high school diploma or GED. All students must read, write, and speak the English language fluently. Class size is limited.

Book discussion tonight at library

“Pillars of the Earth” by Ken Follet will be the book discussed at the Pendleton Community Library at 7 p.m. Thursday.

Retirement plan topic of class

“Retirement Planning” is the topic for the next South Madison Community School Corporation Community Education class meeting at 6 p.m. Jan. 20 at the Superintendent’s Office. The hour- long financial workshops are free and open to the public. A 30-minute Q & A session will be offered at the close of the session for those desiring to stay longer.

Workbooks will be provided and will be led by professional financial advisers – advance registration is required. Classes meet in the SMCSC Administrative Services Center at 203 S. Heritage Way, Pendleton, IN. Registration is on a first come, first served basis. Call (765) 778-2152 or write wthompson@smadison.k12.in.us to sign up.

Booth applications available for fair

The Pendleton Fall Heritage Craft and Arts Fair, held each year in Falls Park, is set for Sept. 11 and 12. Those interested in a booth should send their name, address and craft to Century and a Half Club, P. O. Box 183, Pendleton, IN 46064.

Student calendars available at library

The 2009 student arts calendar are on sale at the Pendleton Community Public Library.

Calendars are $15 each, and proceeds benefit the Friends of the Pendleton Community Public Library. The calendars include Jaycie Haywood’s painting of her back yard, Noah Hendershot’s depiction of a covered bridge on a summer’s day, and a photo taken by Jessica Shetterley that reminds us that there are “more than fields in Indiana.” The calendar also includes reproductions of original artwork by Leigh Ann Boram, which is currently displayed in the library’s periodical room.

South Madison seeks instructors

South Madison Community School Corporation is requesting course proposals from potential instructors. Courses may be in a wide range of areas such as fitness, computers, arts and crafts and personal enrichment. While instructors are not required to hold a teaching degree or certification, they should be highly qualified to instruct the proposed course. A course proposal can be obtained online at www.smadison.k12.in.us or by calling (765) 778-2152.