As I reflect on the past week, I cannot but count myself to be so fortunate to work with amazing people. Recently, we have had cause to celebrate two achievements among our staff - Mrs Rasmussen, amazing Art teacher has been named National Art Teacher of the Year and will be receiving her award in Seattle in March. Ms. Furdal, science teacher extraordinaire will be competimg in the World Indoor Rowing Championships in Boston later this month. This is indeed modelling life long learning!
School has been abuzz with new/not so new knowledge on Internet Safety as we had an informative and captivating presentation. According to recent statistics, 93% of teens aged 12 - 17 are now on the Internet, 89% of them go online from home. We have all been presented with strategies and tools that will keep us safe while we navigate in cyber space.The key is to use this effective tool critically, to stay informed and put these strategies in use. Please take a moment to visit The Door That's Not Locked where you will find several resources (www.thedoorthatsnotlocked.ca)
We are in the midst of Transition activities for our Grade 9s and Grade 6s. We were very pleased to receive positive feedback about our students' visit to Belmont last Thursday; they were able to view and explore booths about the various programs and opportunities available to them. This week we will host the Grade 6s from our feeder schools to a Performing Arts Concert.
Friday, February 18th, being a Professional day, all staff will be engaged in continuing on the professional journey. It is amazing how renewed we feel when there has been opportunity to engage in new learnings and relationships.
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