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During the year, I reported that there were some 60 children
in the district for whom education on open-air lines was desirable,
but no steps have been taken to provide the necessary accommodation.
This matter was the subject of report in 1919, and also on
previous occasions.
PHYSICAL TRAINING.
There is no Area Organiser of Physical Training for the
elementary schools in this district. Whatever is done is on the
initiative of the teachers, but the School Medical Officers are not
consulted, save as to fitness or otherwise of a particular child to
engage in drill.
PROVISION OF MEALS.
The systematic provision of meals to school children was not
undertaken during the year under review.
SCHOOL BATHS.
None of the schools in this district is provided with baths.
CO-OPERATION OF PARENTS.
As already indicated, cards are sent to the parents inviting
their attendance on the occasion of their children undergoing
Medical Inspection. They are also invited to attend Dental
Inspections, when the Dentist delivers a short lecture on the evils
of dental caries and the need for treatment.
During 1920, one or other parent attended in 1003 instances,
representing a percentage of 50 9 as against 45% for 1919.
Where defects are found the children are followed-up as
already described.
CO-OPERATION OF TEACHERS.
Review of the work undertaken by Teachers in facilitating
the work of (1) Medical Inspection, (2) Following-up, and
(3) Medical treatment of the children.
Teachers now recognise the part school medical inspection
plays, and grant all the necessary facilities for the work. Mention
has already been made that clerical work by the teaching staff in