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Canada-Wide Science Fair

                      

Mt. Baker students Keltie Murdoch and Luke Baxter at the Canada-Wide Science Fair in P.E.I.

Keltie Muroch - GeoAir
Luke Baxter - Preventing Potholes

Kikomun Run Champions 2012 - IDES

Isabella Dicken Elementary School in Fernie is the 2012 Kikomun Run Champions for 2012!  Congratulations!

BC Secondary Schools Math Contest Participants

Students from Mt. Baker, Parkland Middle and Laurie Middle Schools participated in the BC Secondary Schools Math Contest at the College of the Rockies.

A New Canadian Citizen

District Office staff were there to celebrate with Nahoko Sugihara at her Canadian Citizenship Ceremony on May 10, 2012!  Congratulations Nahoko!

31st Annual Kikomun Run

Preparations are underway for the 31st Annual Kikomun Run today, May 10, 2012

see more photos here

Salut et Felicitations!! Congratulations Concours Oratoire Team Members:

Grade 7 - Taryn Kelly, Fynley Kuijt, Sonia Mendes and Allison Wager (Canadian Parents for French)

Grade 9 - McKinley Richards, Kimberley Huisman, Tyler Bush and Allison Wager(Canadian Parents for French)

Red Cedar Readers' Celebration

Over 200 students from 6 Cranbrook Elementary Schools came together to hear authors Rachelle Delaney and Gillian Richardson and to celebrate another successful year of Red Cedar reading.

Rick Hansen 25th Anniversary Relay

Tanner Lento, a student at Isabella Dicken Elementary, is supported by his friends and family as he proudly carries the Rick Hansen medal in the 25th Anniversary Rick Hansen Relay which recently passed through Cranbrook.

DARE GRADUATION

Pinewood Elementary School held its DARE Graduation on Thursday, April 26. Pictured are Zac Hessler (grade 5) and Cst. Lisa

Mt. Baker Secondary in New York

Mt. Baker students take time from their busy schedule to pause for a photo on the rock in Central Park, New York!

"Imagine" Fernie Secondary School in New York

Fernie Secondary School Drama students spent 7 days during Spring Break touring New York City. Highlights included 4 Broadway musical presentations, 3 improv shows, NBC Studios, Katt's Deli and riding the subway!

Congratulations Michael

Michael Galla, a recent Fernie Secondary School graduate, was presented a $1000 Ministry of Education Scholarship for his outstanding work in his apprenticeship program. Board Chair, Frank Lento, presented the scholarship on behalf of the Ministry of Education. Trustee, Bev Bellina, joined Chairperson Lento in congratulating Michael.

A Magical Performance at the Magic Kingdom

Elkford Secondary School's Concert Band performed their "magic" at the Carnation Plaza Gardens during their trip tp Disneyland.

Fernie Secondary Science 8 Students and their "Yellow Fish Initiative"

Mr. Tomney's Science 8 students from Fernie Secondary recently made a presentation to Fernie City Council requesting support for their Yellow Fish Initiative. The students will be painting yellow fish on storm drain covers throughout Fernie to help raise awareness of the negative impact that the dumping of chemicals down storm drains has on the plants and animals that rely on our local watershed.

Next stop - the Briar

Cranbrook Elementary School students learning the sport of curling.

Celebrating Music at IDES

Isabella Dicken grade 3 students performed the Children's Toy Symphony with the Fernie Chamber Orchestra during their Celebrate Music assembly.

 

Concours d'Art Oratoire begins today at T.M. Roberts

Elementary School

The annual Concours d'Art Oratoire, the French public-speaking event for students from

grades four through 12 sponsored by the Canadian Parents for French took place today

at T.M. Roberts Elementary School. Congratulations to the 1st, 2nd and 3rd place finishers

for grades 4, 5, and 6.

 

Provincial Champions

 
Congratulations to the Mt. Baker combined ski team for winning the provincial championships at Whistler. Men's ski team 2nd overall - Glenn Nowicki, Scott Bedell, Cole Tepper, Ryan Grady, Axel Chore and Connor Schartner. Women's ski team 4th overall: Becky Bedell, Hope Blissett, Morgan Kerr, Kaylie Mitchell, Carina Wagner and Helena Betz. Katie Anderson 1st in combined snowboard, Andre Volard - 2nd in combined snowboard.

 

K Registration taking place across the district

 

New Fountain at Jaffray Elementary Jr Secondary

Shaccara Orr fills the first water bottle from the new environmentally friendly water fountain installed at JESS. Shacarra was instrumental in obtaining fountains for all our Middle and Secondary Schools. With Shacarra is Trustee Shaun Damstrom and Vice Principal, Erin Boehm.

 

Fernie Girls #1 in the Kootenays

The Fernie Secondary School Senior Girls' Basketball Team won the right to represent the Kootenays in the 'A' Sr. Girls' Basketball Provincial Championships in Prince George March 7-10, 2012. The Falcons defeated the the number one ranked Rossland Secondary School 78-62 in the Kootenay Championships. Good luck, girls!

Highlands Elementary

Students at Highlands Elementary School show their spirit on Valentine's Day and the school Friendship Day by wearing red, pink and white.

Adapted Technology Program at Mount Baker Secondary

At February's Board Meeting, students and staff from the Mt. Baker Adaptive Technology program described their program. The students, David Bernier and Lynden Phillips, shared their stories and displayed their projects. Teacher, Paul Knipe, Education Assistant, Brad Tadey, Board Chair Frank Lento and Trustee Chris Johns stand with David and Lynden admiring their work.

Education Minister George Abbott Visits Mt. Baker

Minister Abbott, Trustee Chris Johns, MLA Bill Bennett and Mt. Baker students discuss the importance of replacing Mt. Baker.

Congratulations Sparwood Secondary School Curlers

Sparwood Secondary School's Boys and Girls curling teams both took silver medals at the East Kootenay Curling playdowns.
Pictured: Skip: Jade Martin, Ashley Patmore, Kristi Hawley and Kyra von Matt; Coach: David Endicott; Brayden Zimmer, Skip: Curtis Hawley, missing: Bailey Cibulka and Keyten Kunst.

Family Literacy Day at Gordon Terrace Elementary

Education Minister George Abbott and MLA Bill Bennett took part in Family Literacy Day at Gordon Terrace Elementary. Also participating were teacher librarian Wendy Gook, Deanne Perreault, Children's & Youth Librarian, and Ursula Brigl, Chief Librarian from the Cranbrook Public Library.

 

Future Scientists at Rocky Mountain Elementary School

Outstanding Science Fair projects were presented at the annual Rocky Mountain Elementary School Science Fair.

Pinewood's "Robbie Burns Day Assembly"

Grade two students Dom and Jereme show off their handmade kilts and bagpipes as they parade into the gym.

Education Minister George Abbott Visits Cranbrook Schools

Education Minister George Abbott visits the Amy Woodland Elementary

"Strong Start" Program

Minister of Education, George Abbott participates in a "Sound Connections" lesson with Gordon Terrace students and Annette Rogers, Speech Language Pathologist.

Carnaval at Ecole TM Roberts School

Students in Mme. Sylvie's K/1 French Immersion class began Carnaval season with a traditional French Canadian meal.

Greenthumb Theatre Performs at FJMES

Greenthumb Theatre performed "500 Words" for the students of FJMES. The PAC brought in the group as an enhancement to our Fine Arts Program. Thank you PAC!

We CAN Be Friends - Pinewood Elementary

As part of the We CAN Be Friends program, sponsored by the Canucks Autism Network and Finning, Grade 2 student, Jereme Vancura, is attempting to thread beads on a string while wearing over-sized gloves. The students rotated through stations which were designed so students could feel what it might be like to experience some of the challenges of Autism.

FUTURE "ICE" PLAYERS

Members of the Kootenay Orchards' "Mini-ICE" hockey team get ready for their recess match.

FOOTBALL IN JANUARY!

Kootenay Orchards' students take advantage of the warm weather to have a quick game of football at recess.

The Christmas Spirit is Alive in SD5 Schools

 

 

 

Bullying Awareness at Jaffray

Austen Radowits came to Jaffray Elementary Jr. Secondary School to give a powerful bullying presentation Called "Inner Strength".  Austen is from Drayton Valley AB and travels around Canada to raise awarness about bullying and to share his story about bullying and a tragic accident that changed his life forever. Thank you to Shacarra Orr, student council president, for the photo and the information.

Mt. Baker students do well at Mulgrave Zoom Film Festival

Mt. Baker film students took first place in the Script to Screen category and second place overall at the Mulgrave Zoom Film Festival held in North Vancouver.  Aislyn Standing won for Best Actor Female, Jarod Kurtenbach took 2nd place overall in the Male Actor category. Members of the team are: Hailey-Wynne Cartier, Thea Rodgers, Alysha Seriani, Chase Hansen, Theo Moore and Aislyn Standing.

Board of Education of School District 5

The Board of Education of School District 5 was sworn in on Monday, December 5, 2011.  Left to right top row:  Trustee Curtis Helgesen, Trustee Olivia Besanger, Trustee Gail Brown, Trustee Chris Johns, Trustee Trina Ayling.  Bottom row, lef to right:  Trustee Bev Bellina, Trustee Patricia Whalen and Chairperson Frank Lento.  Missing is Trustee Shaun Damstrom.

 

Elk Valley Volleyball Championships

 

Rocky Mountain Elementary School in Elkford hosted the annual Elk Valley Elementary School Volleyball Championships at the Elkford Secondary Gymnasium. Congratulations to all teams for a great tournament and special congratulations to this year's champions - for the boys Isabella Dicken from Fernie and Rocky Mountain from Elkford and, for the girls, Jaffray.

TM Roberts Choir Opens Second Round of the Canada Cup

Students from École TM Roberts School performed O Canada during the second round of the Canada Cup.

Elkford Secondary Girls off to BC Championship

The Elkford Secondary School Senior Girls "Celtics" Volleyball Team have earned a spot at the BC Championships for the second year in a row. Team members are: Nikki Scott, Erica Wray, Jessalyn Parker, Courtney Culver, Taryn Paton, Corissa Mildenberger, Shaelan Bauer, Megan Nixon, Shelby Wurmlinger, Lewai Ratudradra and coaches Dustin Murray and Eric Canlas.
Congratulations and Good Luck!

Winter Has Arrived at Highlands Elementary

Highlands students enjoy the snow during their recess break.

 

Metis Flag Raising Event

Students and staff from Cranbrook schools met outside the Cranbrook City Hall to participate in a celebration and acknowledgement of the Metis culture and history in Canada. Students performed a traditional Metis dance to conclude the celebration. Thank you to the Mt. Baker Secondary School "Wild Warriors" for bringing this activity to fruition.

Regional Student Voice Conference

Almost 60 student leaders, along with Trustee Bellina, from across School District 5 took part in the Regional Student Voice Conference held at Elkford Secondary School on December 16, 2011.  Issues discussed at the conference will be addressed at the Provincial Student Voice Conference in Vancouver in March, 2012.

Annette Rogers Receives Award for Sound Connections

Board Chair Frank Lento congratulates Annette Rogers, District Speech Language Pathologist, on the success of her Sound Connections Program and for receiving an Honourable Mention Literacy Award from the Canadian Council of the Federation.

DPAC's All Candidate Trustee Forum

Present and future Trustees respond during the District Parent Advisory Council (DPAC) Trustee Forum held on Wednesday, November 9, 2011.

TM Roberts Elementary School Students at the District's Bus Shop

TM Roberts Elementary K and Grade 1 students visited the Bus Shop at the District Office to participate in our School Bus Safety Program.

Halloween at Kootenay Orchards Elementary

Mrs. Rokosh and her grade 6 students put on a "Haunted Hallway" for all the students at Kootenay Orchards Elementary.

SPCA Bake Sale at T.M. Roberts Elementary

École TM Roberts School student McKayla Robinson (right) organized a bake sale for the SPCA with help from her friend Kaleigh Sandberg. McKayla spearheaded the event by speaking with her parents, her teachers and her classmates. All proceeds from the sale will be helping our friends at the SPCA.

Story Time at Rocky Mountain Elementary

Mr. Joe Pierre shares an Aboriginal story with Mrs. Regular's grade 1/2 class. The students were as enthralled as Mr. Pierre.

Rob Allen, Maintenance/Custodial Foreman Retires

Rob Allen started his career with School District 5 on February 1, 1995 as a Journeyman Electrician.  We wish Rob all the best in his retirement!

 

RECESS AT KOOTENAY ORCHARDS ELEMENTARY

Grade 6 "buddies" Sam, Reece and Halle are part of the school's program to assist the new Kindergarten students.

Aboriginal Career Fair at St. Eugene Mission Resort

Fernie Secondary Aboriginal learners attended the Career Fair at St. Eugene Mission Resort and experienced the BC Hydro bucket truck.

Love is Louder - Elkford Secondary School

Love is Louder is a is a movement created to support anyone feeling mistreated, alone, or misunderstood. It works to combat depression, bullying and suicide in teens. Elkford Secondary School students recently organized a "Love is Louder Day" to show struggling students in their school that they are not alone and support is available. This initiative was coordinated by student Nancy Regular.

Fernie Secondary School's French Immersion students

Ms. Kuijt’s French Immersion Leadership class shows off some of the trash that they collected while cleaning up the shores of Maiden Lake and the Elk River during this year’s

BC Rivers Day.

Outstanding Attendance at Pinewood Elementary

First Nations students at Pinewood Elementary School receive t-shirts from the Seventh Generation Club for 95% attendance or better for the 2010-2011 school year at the school's "Celebrating Excellence" assembly.

Jaffray Elementary Jr. Secondary School's annual Terry Fox Run

Jaffray Elementary Junior Secondary School raised over $1000 for Cancer Research during their annual Terry Fox Run. Miss Salanski, grade 3/4 teacher, and Mrs. Boehm, Vice-Principal, celebrate the school's successful run with "crazy hair"!. Congratulations and thank you JESS for a job well done.

2011 Paarlauf

École TM Roberts School hosted two Paarlauf relay races this week.

Traffic Safety Patrol Team - Highlands Elementary

Skylar and Kaitlin, along with "Franklin", prepare for a morning of assisting students, staff, and parents to safely cross the street in front of Highlands Elementary School. Kaitlin and Skylar are part of a group of 14 student crossing guards at the school. The girls would like to say to all drivers and pedestrians, "please watch out for each other and obey the crossing guards."

 

Students at Isabella Dicken Elementary School

support the Terry Fox Run

Isabella Dicken Elementary Students count out over $1000 in donations for their

annual Terry Fox Run.

Congratulations Fernie Secondary's first French Immersion Graduates

Superintendent Bill Gook, Principal Diane Casault, and teachers Patrice Oscienny and Janet Kuijt celebrate with the 4 first French Immersion Class graduates from Fernie Secondary School at the school's graduation ceremonies.

Fernie Secondary School Class Valedictorian 2011

- Chase Henze

"Graduation. To some this is a rite of passage into the world, to others a happy breath they can finally let out, and to some the first major step toward many great legacies. Nevertheless it is a fantastic time. We have come through twelve years of school, thirteen including kindergarten, to arrive at this moment.
To all my fellow graduates, I wish you good fortunes on your journeys into the world of independence. And I hope that you do paint your canvas with the colors & techniques of experience, you do walk the road your feet take you to, you do bring about a masterpiece of your own design, and, above all, you let yourself be happy. Congratulations!"

Elford Secondary School Class Valedictorian 2011

- Emily Betts

"I would like to start by saying that I am deeply honoured to have been selected as this year`s valedictorian. I realize that there are others capable of undertaking this honour, and I hope that they will be pleased with my efforts on their behalf. I would also like to take this time to thank all who have helped us reach this point in our lives.
No matter where we end up or how old we may grow, we will always encounter challenges. Our class has always been a little headstrong, and sometimes downright stubborn. I can think of no one I would rather have defending me than these young adults sitting right here. I pity anyone who wishes to oppose them - you have another thing coming.
In closing, I have these words of advice for my fellow students. This chapter of our lives may have ended, but the story has just begun. Make the most of it and live life like there’s no tomorrow. I am confident that the Class of 2011 will take the world by storm."

FERNIE SECONDARY "Take Five Room"

This room at Fernie Secondary opened on June 14th and was specially designed for students with severe disabilities to participate in accessible play/leisure through sensations. The unusual and uniquely beautiful lights, sounds, and smells in the room have some therapeutic by-products for everyone who visits the room. Students participate with their Educational Assistants and each student's session is recorded. The student is assisted to make more choices and take active control in their play whether it be choosing to gently swing, press switches to make lights and columns of bubbles appear or take turns operating a light effect game. Thanks to everyone who donated equipment and time to get this project up and running!

Congratulations Mt. Baker Vocal Jazz

Performing Arts BC has just awarded the M.t Baker Vocal Jazz Ensemble the distinction of being the 2nd best high school choir in the province!!

Kootenay Educational Services Graduation

Kootenay Educational Services student Evan Burwash receives his Dogwood Diploma from KES teachers Jack Van Leusden and Karen Bidder. Evan, who was one of 5 students who successfully completed their graduating requirements through KES, has also completed his first year plumbing through the ACE-IT program. This year KES helped 115 students complete over 90 ministry approved courses.

TM Roberts' Students Do Well at Provincial Concours

Superintendent Bill Gook visited TM Roberts Elementary School to congratulate Kendra Ackerman and Kaia Barth-Lessard on their outstanding performance at the Provincial Concours d'Art Oratoire held in Surrey. Kendra came 1st and Kaia came 2nd in their grade 6 immersion category. Well done, girls!

Highlands Elementary Annual Bike Trip

Highlands Elementary School students from Mr. Stocknow's Grade 6 class inside and outside on the annual "bike trip".

 

Sparwood Secondary School 2011 Class Valedictorian

- Alicia Matt

“Good Evening ladies and gentlemen, distinguished faculty of Sparwood Secondary, administrators, family, friends and of course the stunningly gorgeous class of 2011!!!  First off, I would like to thank the grad class for bestowing this honor upon me to speak to you here tonight as your valedictorian.

We are all gathered here on this special evening to celebrate one of life’s rare occasions.  We are here to celebrate graduation, but with this comes the unique experience of celebrating both an end and a beginning.  The end of a very significant phase of life, one which I have been told is the best phase of life.

Teachers, you truly are an amazing breed of humans.  We will never forget the life lessons you have taught us. 

Where would we be without friends?  The memories, the laughs, the shenanigans, the truth or dare, the fights, the forgiveness and love.  Without each other we would not have had the time of our lives.

To the graduating class of 2011, enjoy the rest of your evening, your future, and thank-you for the memorable past we will never forget.”...Alicia Matt

Track Meet Champions

FJ Mitchell Elementary School's track team was the overall champions of the annual Elk Valley Elementary Schools' track meet. FJ Mitchell was also awarded the all round aggregate award for all sports for the school year! Congratulations!

 

School District 5 signs 2nd Aboriginal Education

Enhancement Agreement

The Aboriginal Education Enhancement Agreement between School District 5, Ktunaxa Nation (St. Mary's Band and Tobacco Plains Band), College of the Rockies, Kootenay Region Metis President's Council and the Ministry of Education was signed on May 26, 2011 at Jaffray Elementary Junior Secondary School. The purpose of the Agreement is to enhance Aboriginal learner achievement and success.  This Agreement is in effect from May 26, 2011 to June 30, 2016.

Aboriginal Culture Day

Grade 4 classes at FJMES and RMES celebrate Aboriginal Culture Day. Most of the activities were moved inside to the Elkford Curling Rink because of the inclement weather but it was still at great learning experience.  Thank you to Aboriginal Education Support Workers Natasha Gamache and Colleen Trozzo. The classes rotated through stations in the Elkford Curling Rink and in the Elkford Campground, where they learned about Survival Skills with Dan Joe, Ktunaxa Storytelling in the Tipi with Joe Pierre Jr., First Nation Dance and Regalia with Norm Jr. Allard from Creston, BC and the Bannock on a Stick station with Metis Elder Terry Anonson, his wife Karen and fire keeper, Frank Trozzo. The day was a great learning experience for the students and a tremendous success in spite of the inclement weather!

 

No Idling at Sparwood Secondary School

Sparwood Trustee Bev Belina and three Sparwood Secondary School members of our District Student Advisory Council "stand" in front of one of the recently installed "No Idling" signs. These DSAC members were instrumental in the acquisition and posting of these signs.

Daffodil Day - Elkford Secondary School

Staff and students of Elkford Secondary School wore yellow daffodil pins on April 27th (Daffodil Day) to show cancer survivors and patients that they are not alone. The daffodil campaign was brought to ESS Student Council by Elkford Daffodil Campaign coordinator and ESS teacher Stephanie Hrisook. The support of this event was outstanding.

Music Monday - Amy Woodland Elementary School

Amy Woodland School performed a music concert on May 2nd to celebrate Music Monday – a Canada-wide simultaneous concert to celebrate the power of music and the importance of keeping music programs alive in our schools. Here is the Grade 2 class performing their song on hand bells under the direction of Miss Patti Radies.

Circle Group Field Trip

Forty-eight Aboriginal students from Elkford and Sparwood spent the day at Head-Smashed-In Buffalo Jump. Students participated in the guided tour "Living Off The Land". It included the cliff top trail tour, buffalo culture displays, artifact exhibits and a threatre presentation.

Red Cedar Readers

The Red Cedar Readers from grades 4, 5 and 6 at Amy Woodland, Gordon Terrace, Highlands, Kootenay Orchard, Pinewood, and TM Roberts Elementary Schools came together at Gordon Terrace for a culminating celebration of their reading and participation in the Children's Choice Awards. Luanne Armstrong, author of Pete's Gold which was set in the Kootenays, gave two entertaining sessions. This event was jointly sponsored by School District No. 5 and the Cranbrook Public Library. As well, we appreciate the support of Canada Safeway and Mr. Simek who kindly donated the beautiful and delicious cakes and Joanne and Trevor of Lotus Books who prepared special bookmarks and donated book prizes for the draws.

FJ Mitchell Tea

Superintendent, Bill Gook and F J Mitchell Prinicpal, Trudy Colonello enjoyed the refreshments and service at the FJ Mitchell Spring Tea.
The annual F J Mitchell Spring Tea sponsored by the FJ Mitchell PAC was held on May 6th. The PAC did a fabulous job serving 470 most appreciative people. The FJM students decorated the gym with their artwork and the grade six students served the food and beverages to all guests.

Project Heavy Duty - Elk Valley

Twenty- three grade 10 and 11 students from Fernie, Sparwood, and Elkford took part in this year's Project Heavy Duty. Superintendent, Bill Gook, Acting Mayor of Sparwood, Margaret McKie. and Christian Power
Sparwood student stand beside one of the graders that the students "practiced" on.

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Fitness Challenge at Pinewood Elementary

PES is one of 2,500 elementary schools across Canada participating in the 6th annual WonderCares™ Fitness Challenge. As of Week 3 of the Fitness Challenge, Pinewood students have exercised a total of 203,680 minutes!  This is 40% of their 8 week goal of 510,000 minutes!!!

"TECK and LMS Team up for Science"

Mr. Goodwin's Science 8 class at Laurie Middle School try on their new lab coats before starting their digestion lab on the effects of amylase. Thank you to TECK for providing this class set of lab coats!

Gordon Terrace Elementary Students "Pitch-In"

Grade 6 students and their Grade 3 "buddies" from gordon Terrace Elementary School spent an afternoon cleaning up Joseph Creek by the Tamarack
Mall as part of the Pitch In Canada Campaign. Both classes encourage everyone to Reduce, Reuse and Recycle

East Kootenay Performing Arts

Gretchen Fletcher's Grade 1/2 class at Steeples Elementary took part in the East Kootenay Performing Arts Festival at Knox Presbyterian Church earlier this month

Drum Making Workshop at Isabella Dicken Elementary School

IDES students recently attended an Aboriginal Education Hand Drum making workshop in Cranbrook as part of the School District 5 program.
Pictured with the drums that they made are grade 5 and 6 students (front) McKenzie Braconnier, Kirsty Andrews (L) and Lisa Ross and Aboriginal Support Worker Lois Elia

Laurie Middle School Mural

The entrance mural at Laurie Middle School has been completed. Many thanks to all that were involved. Mary Elliott for the idea and project management and for coming in Saturdays and keeping the artists fed. Marissa Phillips for being the lead artist and the many hours she committed. Thanks to Alison Roberts and Darynn Bednarczyk for assisting and mentoring under Marissa.

Easter at T.M. Roberts Elementary School

Kindergarten students in Mme. Carolyn's class at École TM Roberts School partnered with students in Mr. Taylor's Gr. 6 class to work on some Easter crafts.

Life long learning at Fernie Secondary School

Through a partnership with Columbia Basin Alliance for Literacy and Fernie Secondary School, senior citizens have an opportunity to return to school to stay current with technolgy. A ten week program, "Seniors' Computers", is being offered every Tuesday in the computer lab at Fernie Secondary School.

Concours d'Art d'Oratoire

Superintendent Bill Gook visited Mt. Baker Secondary School to congratulate Jacki Potter for her fine performance at the recent regional Concours d'Art d'Oratoire held in Cranbrook. Jacki, along with 6 other French Immersion students will represent their school and our District in the Provincial Concours in May.

Fernie Secondary School Gets A New Hoist

Fernie Secondary School has received funding through the School Community Connection Program to have a new hoist installed in the Automotive Department. The funding was a joint application with the City of Fernie and SD5.  The new hoist will allow for the Automotive Service Technician program to be expanded.

"Ready Set Learn" at FJ Mitchell

FJ Mitchell Elementary School in Sparwood recently hosted the "Ready Set Learn" program for 3 year olds and, in anticipation of starting full day kindergarten in September, a special kindergarten welcome and orientation