http://scdsb.on.ca/about-us/news-events/ News from SCDSB..en-us Wed, 03 Oct 2007 15:36:54 GMTTue, 22 May 2012 13:20:20 GMT http://scdsb.on.ca/about-us/news-events/?i=13256Students at Fieldcrest Elementary School will be hearing from a renowned environmentalist about youth eco-activism. Emily Hunter, an environmental activist and daughter of Greenpeace founder Robert Hunter, will be connecting with 30 classes across North America, including Fieldcrest, via Adobe Connect to speak about creative forms of youth eco-activism and her experiences traveling around the world. What:   Youth Eco-Activism presentation When:  Wednesday, May 23, 2012, at 12 p.m. Where: Fieldcrest Elementary School              100 Professor Day Dr., Bradford Hunter has hosted and co-produced four TV documentaries and recently released a book entitled “The Next Eco-Warriors.”  She has travelled to Borneo, Indonesia, as part of the Taking It Global project: DeforestACTION, and is working as an ‘Eco-Warrior’ in the heart of the Borneo Rainforest to directly see the effects of deforestation and to promote awareness about the effects of the palm oil industry. “This event highlights the great work our students and staff have done to build an awareness of the impact individuals can have to improve our global environment, as well as our work to utilize the power of technology to bring the world into our classrooms,” says David Brownlee, Principal, Fieldcrest. “We are pleased to welcome Emily Hunter to Fieldcrest and look forward to hearing first-hand about how she has made an impact on our world.” “Through this presentation, students will be learning how they can become personally involved in the fight to save the environment,” says Mali Bickley, Teacher, Fieldcrest ES. “Hunter will remind us that we can all become environmental change-makers!” This event is sponsored by FrontRow, Taking it Global and iEARN Canada. For more information, visit www.gofrontrow.com/world. Information: Mali Bickley, Teacher, Fieldcrest Elementary School 905-778-2010    Tue, 22 May 2012 13:02:00 GMT http://scdsb.on.ca/about-us/news-events/?i=13255This past week, Maya Burhanpurkar and Kyle Potts helped make Simcoe County history by collectively winning five major awards at the Canada-Wide Science Fair in Charlottetown, PEI (May 12 to 18, 2012). Maya, a Codrington Public School student, saw her project, Uncovering the Cardiac and Gastrointestinal Safety of Two Amyloid Beta-Inhibitors, win a gold medal, a platinum Award for Best Junior Project, the Junior Actuarial Foundation of Canada Award and the Junior Discovery Challenge Award. She won $7,500 in prize money, a 64 GB BlackBerry PlayBook and a Western University entrance scholarship, should she choose to attend this school when the time comes. “Maya is an exceptional young woman who is both a dedicated student and an outstanding citizen,” says Pam Pasmore-Tye, Principal at Codrington. “Maya works hard at everything she does – both in and out of school. She truly deserves the recognition she has received.” Last year, Maya qualified to attend the Canada-Wide Science Fair held in Toronto for her project Synthesizing the World's First "Smart Bomb" of Antibiotics. She was also named one of Ontario’s 2010 Junior Citizen of the Year for her academic achievements and humanitarian endeavors.  Kyle, who attends Eastview Secondary School, won a silver medal and $700 in prize money as well as a scholarship to Western University for his project entitled: The Little Piggy With The Right Idea, I “Wood” Build A House From Straw. “We expect Kyle will achieve great things based on his curiosity, perseverance and ingenuity,” says Dana Barakauskas, Principal, Eastview SS. “Eastview is proud of Kyle’s dedication in applying his knowledge to solving an environmental issue.” “We are incredibly proud of the accomplishments of Maya and Kyle,” says Kathi Wallace, Director of Education, Simcoe County District School Board. “Both of these students exemplify excellence in education, combining academic achievements and school and community involvement. Congratulations to Kyle and Maya!” Maya and Kyle are still in Charlottetown for the final day of project displays and an event wrap-up evening. They return to Barrie on Saturday with the team from Simcoe County. For more information on the Canada-Wide Science Fair, visit http://cwsf.youthscience.ca. Information: Pam Pasmore-Tye, Principal, Codrington Public School 705-728-3084 Dana Barakauskas, Principal, Eastview Secondary School 705-728-1321 Fri, 18 May 2012 20:13:00 GMT http://scdsb.on.ca/about-us/news-events/?i=13238The Simcoe County District School Board will be holding the following meetings on Wednesday, May 23 and Thursday, May 24, 2012: Wednesday, May 23:  Board.  Click here to review the agenda, recommended actions and reports. Thursday, May 24:  Special (ARC) Board.  Click here to review the agenda, recommended actions and reports. Fri, 18 May 2012 19:15:00 GMT http://scdsb.on.ca/about-us/news-events/?i=13245A class of Simcoe County District School Board (SCDSB)’s students have been learning about global citizenship through the SCDSB Kenya Study and Leadership Program, and the 16 students are now preparing to travel to Kenya this summer to apply their newfound skills and knowledge. The Kenya Study and Leadership Program is a volunteer and leadership opportunity for SCDSB Grade 11 and 12 students. Students earn two Grade 12 university-level credits while completing the program.  This course is designed to teach young adults and educators about affecting the developing world and, in particular, Africa. This project is undertaken in partnership with Me to We, an affiliate of Free the Children. “This program offers students opportunities for leadership growth, awareness of global concerns, and provides a foundation for civic involvement and contribution, both locally and internationally,” says Nottawasaga Pines Secondary School teacher and trip organizer Stephanie Cryer. “This unique and amazing opportunity provides students with the chance to apply their classroom learning on a global scale and create sustainable social change.” Students prepare for this experience by completing a study program where they learn about Third World issues such as health care, child labour, colonialism, native culture and education.  The program also involves two weeks of volunteering in the Maasai Mara area of rural Kenya. In July 2012, students will travel to Kenya to help in the construction of village schools, teach, learn about wildlife migration patterns and engage in seminars about issues affecting the cultures of Kenya such as poaching and environmental protection. The group is currently collecting items that can be given to the Kenyan community (health and school supplies), as well as donations to cover travel costs. Please contact Stephanie Cryer at stcryer@mail.scdsb.on.ca to coordinate donations. For more information on the SCDSB’s Kenya Study and Leadership Program, visit http://kenyastudy.yolasite.com/. Information: Stephanie Cryer, Teacher, Nottawasaga Pines Secondary School 705-424-5030 x56136 stcryer@mail.scdsb.on.ca Photos from the 2011 SCDSB trip to Kenya Fri, 18 May 2012 16:05:00 GMT http://scdsb.on.ca/about-us/news-events/?i=13239Assikinack Public School students will be learning about the City of Barrie’s Public Works Department with a visit to the city’s greenhouses and a visit to the school by Barrie Public Works equipment operators on Tuesday, May 22, 2012. These activities are a part of National Public Works Week, which takes place May 20 to 26, 2012. Students in Grades 1 to 3 will be visiting the City of Barrie Greenhouses, located on Ferndale Drive, from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. Students in Grades 4 and 5 will be speaking with Public Works equipment operators who will bring their machinery to the school at 11:15 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. “This partnership allows our students to learn first-hand about our city and some of the people that help make it such a great community,” said Stuart Finlayson, Principal at Assikinack. “Our students are looking forward to learning about the community in this interesting and interactive way.” Information: Stuart Finlayson, Principal, Assikinack Public School 705 726-4256 Fri, 18 May 2012 13:24:00 GMT