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    Schools in the News 2017-18

    Graham Bell-Victoria Public School Parents Take a Seat at their Children’s Desks
    This year, Graham Bell-Victoria Public School has been part of a Queen’s University and Ministry of Education initiative to build parent engagement within the school. This is the second year that the school is involved in implementing Ontario’s Renewed Mathematics Strategy, and increasing parent engagement is a key component of that strategy.
    Glen Morris Gets Moving While Learning About Indigenous Culture and History
    Staff and students at Glen Morris Central Public School recently enjoyed a whole week of interactive dancing, singing and learning, thanks to two special guests who imparted the wisdom, history and traditions of the Haudenosaunee people.
    Uniting Generations at Walpole North Elementary School
    Students at Walpole North Elementary School are benefiting from the wisdom and storytelling of older adults, while sharing their own learning with seniors at local retirement homes.
    The Good Way Club at Lansdowne-Costain Public School is Building Community, Equity
    The Good Way Club is a new initiative at Lansdowne-Costain Public School, with the goal of fostering pride, leadership, and community among Indigenous and non-Indigenous students.
    Experiential Learning at the Forefront at Valley Heights Secondary School
    This past year, Valley Heights has embraced experiential learning opportunities, and are reaping the benefits of this outside-the-classroom kind of learning. Experiential learning gives students a chance to explore beyond the walls of the school as they enter workplaces and job sites and gain insights into possible career paths.
    A Lunchbox of Health at Princess Elizabeth Public School
    Princess Elizabeth Public School knows that healthy eating goes a long way in promoting student achievement. A recent event co-hosted by the Brant County Health Unit and the school’s Parent Engagement group aimed to empower the process of packing student lunches.
    Health is Happening at Teeterville Public School
    Teeterville Public School had the honour of being featured as the cover story in the Haldimand-Norfolk Health Unit’s spring newsletter, recognizing the school’s hard work and commitment to healthy living, evidenced by a number of projects and initiatives taking place this year.
    Elgin Avenue Public School Preparing for Tech-Savvy Future
    Walking through the hallways of Elgin Avenue Public School, you may encounter a robot or two. You’ll also see students hard at work using principles of inquiry and design as they explore coding and programming.
    Devils for Diversity Promotes Safe, Inclusive Environment at McKinnon Park Secondary
    There are no idle hands at McKinnon Park Secondary when it comes to equity and inclusiveness. That’s because student-led group Devils for Diversity is working hard to promote a safe, welcoming environment for all students.
    Lakewood Efforts Mean Sockcess for Every Student
    As colder weather sets in, a special Lakewood Elementary School donation drive is sure to bring warmth to its surrounding community this winter.
    Drumming up a Growth Mindset at St. George-German Public School
    Having a growth mindset means believing in yourself and your ability to achieve. This has been the focus at St. George-German Public School in 2017-18, and recently, junior and intermediate students had a chance to explore what this means by unleashing their creativity during an African drumming workshop.
    Young Yogis Stretch Out Stress and Anxiety at École Dufferin
    Students at École Dufferin are adding yoga to their sets of tools to deal with stress, and thanks to a Parent Reaching Out grant, the whole family is learning and benefiting from the mind-body practice.
    West Lynn Public School’s Presentation Shows Equity Isn’t One-Size-Fits-All
    “The purpose of our character education assembly was to show students that not everyone needs the exact same resources to be successful and to feel supported."
    Have a Seat: Buddy Bench at James Hillier PS Promotes Inclusion, Kindness
    A bench isn’t usually a remarkable addition to a school playground, but the new Buddy Bench at James Hillier Public School isn’t just another place to sit.
    Prince Charles Public School Going for Gold
    Prince Charles Public School is going for gold – Healthy Schools gold certification through Ophea, that is, a non-profit organization that works in partnership with schools to develop programming in support of health, well-being, and physical fitness.
    Partnership Enables Bellview Public School to Support Community in Time of Need
    The flooding directly affected five Grand Erie schools including Bellview Public School in the heart of Brantford’s Eagle Place neighborhood. All were closed for three days during the state of emergency.
    Simcoe Composite Students and Staff Battle for Bragging Rights on the Ice
    Just before the winter holidays in December, an epic hockey showdown between teachers and students ensued at a rink in Simcoe, with bragging rights on the line.
    Embracing Winter at Onondaga-Brant Public School
    What do you do when it’s almost, but not quite, a snow day? That’s a snow-brainer: you take the classroom outside and embrace the season!
    Trees at Tollgate Represent Green Legacy, Cooperation
    Tollgate Technological Skills Centre held a tree dedication ceremony as part of the school’s partnership with Tree Canada on November 23rd.
    It Takes a Village: Community is Key at Oakland-Scotland Public School
    ​They say it takes a village to raise a child, and at Oakland-Scotland Public School, community partnerships are playing an important role in Success for Every Student.
    Dunnville Secondary School Part of Global Action on Climate Change
    Grade 10 students in Mrs. Thomas’ English class at Dunnville Secondary School took their classroom into the world this month when they participated in the Climate Action project, an international collaboration involving 250 schools from 69 countries.
    Math is Everywhere at Seneca Central Public School
    At Seneca Central Public School, math is everywhere, thanks to a whole-school commitment to supporting student achievement in the subject.
    Mardi Gras Comes to Langton School
    On a Tuesday in February, Cajun and Creole music could be heard throughout the halls of Langton School, as the delicious scent of fresh-baked beignets wafted through the air, and students donned masks they’d decorated with feathers, glitter and plenty of colour.
    Math Lessons with Delicious Results at Branlyn Community School
    Math is everywhere, including at the grocery store and in the kitchen pantry. Harnessing that, teachers and students at Branlyn Community School are using everyday scenarios to bring math lessons to life in vivid – and delicious – ways.
    Ryerson Heights Organizes Food and Toy Drive
    Driven by a unique leadership focus each year, this year Ryerson Heights Elementary School declares, “It’s Our Time to Shine,” -- and a food and toy drive in support of The Salvation Army is sure to make the holidays brighter for others as well.
    Kiwanis Field Built by Community for Community
    Pauline Johnson Collegiate and Vocational School is hosting its third annual Eliminate Draw dinner event on April 13 to fund the purchase of equipment for the state-of-the-art Kiwanis Field.
    Global Awareness Moves Walter Gretzky Elementary Students to Action
    Grade 6 students at Walter Gretzky Elementary brainstorm ways to have global impact amidst news reports of hurricanes, earthquakes, and wildfires around the world.
    An Ace Way to Celebrate Student Success
    Jarvis Public School has come up with an ace way to celebrate the success of its students.
    Good Things Cooking at Pauline Johnson C&VS
    A renovation, a partnership with Conestoga College, and an exciting vision of culinary possibility are the ingredients going into Pauline Johnson Collegiate and Vocational School’s recipe for success with its new Hospitality program.
    Friday Night Lights in Delhi
    This fall marked the seventh annual Friday Night Lights football game for Delhi District Secondary School, a sporting event which has become must-attend for so many in the Norfolk area, and a highlight on the school’s yearly calendar.
    The Most Important Meal of the Day at Echo Place School
    The staff at Echo Place School are volunteering their time to support student nutrition, and helping to set the conditions for a successful day of learning in doing so.
    Carving Cooperation and Relationship-Building at Bloomsburg PS
    As Pumpkinfest celebrated its 35th year, the students of Bloomsburg Public School marked the occasion in a unique way, carving the pumpkins that created the festival’s distinctive display.
    GELA Kicks Off Season of Giving
    The holiday season is approaching, and Grand Erie Learning Alternatives (GELA) is already preparing for a busy season of giving back. On November 29, the school is hosting its annual Free Swap event.
    J.L. Mitchener Hosting Fundraiser in Support of Autism Class
    J.L. Mitchener Public School in Cayuga has innovative plans to support its Autism class, and hopes a fundraising dinner and information fair in early April will help realize the goal of an outdoor play area that addresses the unique needs of children with autism.

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