A Guide for Students and Parents Sudbury | Espanola | Manitoulin 2007-2008 School Year School 2007-2008 s the largest school board in Northern As leaders in learning, they not only reach Parental involvement improves AOntario, we are proud of the quality minds, they also touch hearts by instilling student achievement. When children programs and character education important values in students. are supported in learning and life that we provide in Sudbury, Espanola – in school, at home and in the and Manitoulin. Our many community partners enhance community – they are well on their way what is taught in the classroom by giving towards maximizing their potential and Our dedicated students opportunities to gain hands-on fulfilling their aspirations. teachers and experience and explore careers of interest. support staff Students become that much more On behalf of area trustees, I would like are committed excited about learning when they make to thank you for supporting Rainbow to inspiring the connection between school and the Schools and working with us to reach success for all world of work. minds and touch hearts. Best wishes for students from another successful school year! the early years Parents/guardians are also important partners in the learning process. and Dena Morrison beyond. Chair Rainbow District School Board Trustees: Your Voice at the Board Dena Morrison Judy Hunda Gord Santala Tyler Campbell Ruth Ward Board Chair Board Vice-Chair 705.866.5229 705.674.6040 705.897.6787 705.693.0484 705.673.6602 Sudbury, Area 1 Sudbury, Area 2 Sudbury, Area 3 Sudbury, Area 4 Sudbury, Area 6 Copper Cliff P.S. Chelmsford P.S. Pinecrest P.S. C.R. Judd P.S., Churchill P.S. Adamsdale P.S. Gatchell School Lansdowne P.S. Redwood Acres P.S. Cyril Varney P.S., Markstay P.S. Carl A. Nesbitt P.S. George Vanier P.S. Larchwood P.S. Val Caron P.S. Monetville P.S., Warren P.S. Ernie Checkeris P.S. Jessie Hamilton P.S. Levack P.S. Valley View P.S. Westmount Avenue P.S. Queen Elizabeth P.S. Princess Anne P.S. Chelmsford Valley District Confederation Secondary School Northeastern Elementary School Sudbury Secondary School R.H. Murray P.S. Composite School Lasalle Secondary School Lively District Secondary School Doreen Dewar Larry Killens Jeanna Miller Grace Fox Andrew Pawluch 705.682.9449 705.859.2371 705.869.2282 705.377.4615 Student Trustee Lockerby Composite School Sudbury, Area 5 Manitoulin, Area 7 Espanola, Area 8 First Nations Alexander P.S., Algonquin P.S. Assiginack P.S. A.B. Ellis P.S. Aundeck Omni Kaning First Nation Long Lake P.S., MacLeod P.S. Central Manitoulin P.S. S. Geiger P.S. Sheguiandah First Nation R.L. Beattie P.S., Ruth MacMillan Little Current P.S. Webbwood P.S. Whitefish River First Nation Wikwemikong Centre, Wanup P.S., Wembley P.S. Charles C. McLean P.S. Espanola High School M’Chigeeng First Nation Unceded Indian Reserve Lo-Ellen Park Secondary School Manitoulin Secondary School Sheshegwaning First Nation Dokis First Nation Lockerby Composite School Zhiibaahaasing First Nation Sagamok Anishnawbek First Nation Cecil Facer Secondary School Whitefish Lake First Nation Wahnapitae First Nation Reaching minds. Touching hearts. | rainbowschools.ca elcome to Rainbow District two-way communication between the By developing a strong link between School Board, where caring home, the school and the communities school and home, students, teachers teachers,W safe environments and leading that we serve. It contains important and parents/guardians form a powerful edge technology combine to make information about programs, policies partnership dedicated to maximizing a Rainbow Schools and services. It also includes a directory student’s potential inside and outside of great places to learn, of schools and key contacts, as well as a the classroom. build character, calendar of school holidays, provincial develop self- assessments, professional activity days, If you have any questions at any time, confidence and secondary school examination days please do not hesitate to contact your achieve success. and open houses. school or the Board Office. We also encourage you to visit our website This publication Supportive parents/guardians are a key rainbowschools.ca for program is a first step in our ingredient to a child’s success in school. information and current news efforts to build That’s why we encourage parents/ throughout the school year. guardians to take an active interest in Jean Hanson their child’s education. Director of Education Rainbow District School Board n promoting continuous improvement Mission Values and a sense of pride Rainbow District School Board provides We are committed to: n enhancing quality of life by encouraging life-long learning quality programs and character education n ensuring success for all students which enable students in Rainbow Schools n providing high quality programs to maximize their potential and fulfill and character education their aspirations. n encouraging innovation, initiative Priorities and creativity n Ensure success for all students n celebrating student, staff, school n Build public confidence Vision and system-wide success n Maintain safe schools We are leaders in learning in Sudbury, n nurturing strong partnerships between n Encourage community involvement Espanola and Manitoulin, inspiring the school, the home and the community n Enhance communications success for all students. n keeping schools safe n Nurture staff n maintaining honest and open communication n Provide sound leadership n managing the resources in our trust efficiently, n Maximize the use of technology responsibly and effectively n Allocate adequate resources n practising collaborative leadership n Maintain quality facilities and principled decision-making n Focus on sustainability n respecting diversity Administrative Council Jean Hanson Diane Cayen-Arnold Norm Blaseg Lesleigh Dye Fred Law Sharon Speir Director of Education Superintendent Superintendent Superintendent Superintendent Superintendent of Business of Schools of Schools of Schools of Schools Reaching minds. Touching hearts. | rainbowschools.ca Junior and Senior Kindergarten Regardless of whether you choose Junior Kindergarten or Senior Kindergarten, Early Learning and a Literacy in English or French Immersion, the skills that your child will gain in Rainbow Schools remain the same. Rainbow District School Board’s Kindergarten Programs are based on sound principles of early childhood education with a Enriched Activity Program strong focus on character education. arly years are critical years. Research has shown that the activities in Kindergarten form the foundation for future learning in academic subjects. Intellectual stimulation, moral values, physical development, social/emotional E development and self-discipline are emphasized on a daily basis. In Rainbow In Kindergarten, play provides an important source of learning. Children Schools, children learn important values such as sharing and co-operating participate in activity centres where they are encouraged to explore and solve with others. Teachers become important role models for the young children problems in groups or on their own. By participating in these activities, children which further enhances the learning experience. learn by doing. They have an opportunity to socialize and to develop their motor skills. They begin to understand spoken and written word associations and grasp number concepts. Elementary Schools will host Open Houses for JK/SK registrations the week of Enrolment For enrolment in Junior Kindergarten, the child must be four years of age by February 4 to 8, 2008 December 31, 2007. For enrolment in Senior Kindergarten, the child must be five years of age by December 31, 2007. Contact the Rainbow School nearest you for details. Junior Kindergarten is offered three full days one week and two full days the next week. Senior Kindergarten is a Literacy Enriched Activity Program offered five days a week. Parents/guardians can enrol their children in the English Read to your Child Program or the French Immersion Program. There are many ways in which parents/guardians can prepare their children for school. Parents/guardians are strongly encouraged to read to their children daily to help them develop important language skills. Parents are also encouraged to Say OUI to French Immersion instill in their children an enthusiasm for learning by reminding them of the and Core French Info Soirée exciting activities that await them in Kindergarten. Thursday, January 31, 2008 Registration 6 pm to 7:30 pm For more information or to register, please contact the Rainbow School nearest George Vanier Public School Valley View Public School you or visit rainbowschools.ca. 249 Sixth Avenue, Lively 180 Valleyview Road, Val Caron If registering your child for the first time, please bring his/her identification documents including birth certificate, birth registry/baptismal certificate, R.L. Beattie Public School Westmount Avenue Public School Ontario Health Card, and an immunization record. 10 Loach’s Road, Sudbury 511 Westmount Avenue, Sudbury All parents/guardians and children welcome. Enjoy free workshops. Learn more about French Second Language programs. To register, call 523-3308, ext. 17. Reaching minds. Touching hearts. | rainbowschools.ca Give your child the best start Kindercentre Seamless entry from childcare into school gives children the best start in learning and life. Enrol your child today in before and after school programs A world of discovery and fun awaits and daycare (including JK alternative programs) being offered at area 2 to 4 year olds in Rainbow Schools Rainbow Schools. Kindercentre helps little feet take big steps. Before and After Princess Anne Public School 500 Douglas Street West, Sudbury A program for pre-schoolers ages 2 to 4 and their caregivers, Kindercentre School Programs Queen Elizabeth Public School introduces children to group reading and hands-on activities in a stimulating 32 Dell Street, Sudbury A.B. Ellis Public School learning environment. 18 Park Street West, Espanola R.H. Murray Public School Henry Street, Whitefish Kindercentre is a great place for children to get their first exposure to school.