Our Focus: Learning in the 21st century
- Critical Thinking and Problem Solving
- Effective Oral and Written Communication
- Accessing and Analyzing Information
- Collaboration and Leadership
- Curiosity, Creativity and Imagination
- Agility and Adaptability
- Initiative and Entrepreneurialism
Our Programs
- Staff is trained in using Reading Power and Writing Power, a program developed by a Canadian teacher to support the teaching of reading and writing.
- Student leadership opportunities: School Patrols, Social Action Club, Breakfast Club
- Daily high intensity physical activity programs: Daily Physical Education and Spark
- Choir for Division I & II
- Breakfast Program
- Saturplay – family breakfast and cooperative games
- Hockey Program – leadership opportunity and on ice experience for Gr 5 and 6 students
- School Field Trips
- Artist in Residence Programs
- Music, Art and Drama
- Various Partnership Programs:
- Big Brother and Big Sisters
- Between Generations Program
- Calgary Reads School
- Reading Grandparents Program
- Hull Effective Parenting Course
- Deer Run/ Deer Ridge/ Queensland Networking Coalition
Homework
Administrative Regulation 3066 - Homework
The assignment of formal exercises for completion is the prerogative of the teacher, but encouragement shall be given to pupils (and parents) to set aside some regular time each evening for home study.
Division I: The motivation which comes from parental interest in children’s school work can be valuable to a child. Parents and teachers should encourage children to read from books suggested by the teacher. Participation in the home reading program is an essential part of student reading growth.
Division II: Formal assignments or projects may be given at the discretion of the teacher but in general, assignments should be of the reading or study type. Parents should be made aware of the teacher’s general requirement with respect to home study and the Board’s expectations, but no school requirement should exceed 20 minutes per evening in length.
Role of the Student
- ask teacher for clarification or assistance if needed
- take home materials and return completed work
Role of the Teacher
- assign homework when beneficial
- give adequate directions
Role of the Parent
- provide a home environment that facilitates home study
- offer assistance/encouragement when needed