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Residents of Kamloops are invited to participate in ParticipACTION’s “Community Better” challenge—a national competition where communities will compete for a $150,000 prize.
The challenge, which kicks off May 31 and runs until June 16, encourages communities across Canada to connect with friends and neighbours and build social bonds while participating in physical activity.
With support from the City of Kamloops, School District No. 73 (SD73),...
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EDUCATION TOPIC
Place-Based Learning – Supporting Aboriginal Ways of Knowing/Doing BC’s redesigned curriculum provides teachers with great flexibility in creating learning environments that are relevant, engaging, and not necessarily classroom-based. Sally Zryd , Principal, and Dave Conroy , Vice-Principal at Aberdeen Elementary introduced teachers Sarah Kruisselbrink, Stacey Kaczur and Shelley Marsh who presented several place-based learning opportunities...
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Consent Agenda
Finance and Planning Committee Highlights
Aboriginal Education Highlights
BC Heritage Fair’s Letter
EDUCATION TOPIC
School Garden and Outdoor Education at Raft River Elizabeth Shook presented the vision of Raft River Elementary teachers for outdoor learning. Outdoor projects, which include a garden, help students develop a deeper connection to the curriculum by enriching and enhancing student learning and engagement. ...
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Bonjour les Aigles,
Below are a couple of opportunities for parents and students that have been shared with me.
1.   Strength IN Being a Boy Conference       April 24, 2019      Wednesday, 8:30am to 3:00pm      Tournament Capital Center
Registration is OPEN!  A registration and waiver form can be found here:   SBB Registration & Waiver 2019.pdf  
Taking after its sister program,...
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This is an invititation to parents/guardians and community members to the upcoming Parent Engagement Session on Thursday, April 4th , from 6:00- 8:00 pm at the HGEC.  The topic is Sexual Health Education:  Navigating the Talk.  Martha Solomon from Mosaic Sexual Health Education helps participants develop comfort and confidence in approaching these topics with their children, no matter their age. This evening will provide parents and caregivers with...
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