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Lakecrest-St. John's Independent School
Since 1993, Lakecrest has been providing students with an exceptional education, instilling a love of learning, the ability to think independently, and the confidence to reach their goals.
Located in St. John's, Newfoundland, with a student population of approximately 130, Lakecrest offers small class sizes in a safe and nurturing environment. Caring faculty and staff work with parents to form a close knit school community.
Approximately one third of Lakecrest families have come to St. John's from different locations in the international oil industry including the United States, England, Scotland and Norway, among others. A significant portion of our students are from families in medical profession hailing from parts of the globe as India, Britain and Egypt, creating a rich and diverse community from which has risen a vibrant school culture with a focus on learning and and international enthusiasm.
To read more visit www.lakecrest.ca
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CAIS Conference Information
Please visit the Conferences section of our website for a look at conference details and registration information.
Save the dates:
- April 8-12, 2009 - CAIS Student Leadership Conference is being hosted by Hillfield Strathallan College, Hamilton, Ontario. Register on the CAIS website.
- April 15-18, 2009 - CAIS CIJSHA Conference is being hosted by St. George's School in Vancouver, B.C. Registration is available on the CAIS website.
- April 22-25, 2009 - CAIS Assistant Heads Conference is being hosted by Southridge School in Surrey, B.C. Registration is available on the CAIS website.
- April 30, 2009 - Open Forum: “Are We Moving Too Slowly in Using Technology in Our Schools?”. Hosted by Lower Canada College, Montreal, Quebec. Register on the CAIS website.
- May 1, 2009 - CAIS and QAIS present the 2009 Best Practices Conference, hosted by Lower Canada College in Montreal, Quebec. Registration is available on the CAIS website.
- May 2-6, 2009 - CAIS Business Manager's Conference is being hosted in Ottawa by Ashbury College and Elmwood School. Registration is available on the CAIS website.
- June 28-July 2, 2009 - CAIS Summer Leadership Institute is being hosted by Bishop's College School in Lennoxville, Quebec. Registration will be posted shortly.
- Oct 22-25, 2009 - CAIS Heads and Board Chairs Conference is being hosted, in King City, Ontario by: Holy Trinity School, Kempenfelt Bay School, Pickering College, St. Andrew's College, The Country Day School, and Toronto Montesssori Schools.
CAIS Athletic Events
- April 17-19, 2009 - The CAIS Rugby Tournament is being hosted by St. Andrew's College and The Country Day School in Ontario
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CAIS in Point
Nuggets from the NAIS Conference in Chicago, February 2009
As a Head of School, I often returned conflicted from conferences, especially the NAIS conferences. On the one hand, I was exhilarated to learn about the ambitions and successful initiatives at other independent schools, and from learning about recent trends and research from compelling presenters. On the other hand, this exhilaration also created frustrations about how to share the ideas back at school in productive ways.
So, as I look at my conference notes, I thought I would share a few of the things that I learned last month and from whom.
1. From the Global Education Summit:
a) An outcomes driven approach to global education, based on experimental summer programs in eight locations – Lakeside School (WA)
b) A global studies diploma program – Providence Day School (NC)
c) Dealing with pushback on implementing a global education program – Phillips Andover (MA) http://www.andover.edu/Pages/default.aspx
d) The student / news collaboration through the journalism program at Washington International School (DC)
2. From Gary Kawasaki on the Art of Innovation :
a) Schools should catalyze change and innovation
b) The 10, 20, 30 rule for Powerpoint presentations
- Only 10 slides
- Only 20 minutes
- Only 30 point font
c) Prepare people for life, not work, but part of life is work.
3. From Dan Heath of Thinkwell on why some ideas survive and others die. Ideas that stick are:
a) Understood
b) Remembered, and
c) Change something
Ideas that stick come to us through messages that are:
S – Simple
U – Unexpected
C – Concrete
C – Credible
E – Emotional, and the message is told as a
S – Story, and it spells success (sort of)
Dan’s message was that we should be creating messages that get our parents to see how magic happens in our schools.
4. From Carol Dweck on Mindsets:
a) The fixed mindset – intelligence is a fixed trait. People with a fixed mindset feel that making an effort makes them feel not very smart.
b) The growth mindset – intelligence is a malleable quality. The fundamentals of intelligence can be taught. People with a growth mindset believe effort is positive, and believe in diligent practice.
Carol cautions about the harm of praising intelligence, rather than effort.
5. From Robert Evans on Surviving and Thriving in Hard Times :
a) A problem can be fixed.
b) A dilemma - there is no cure, you can cope with it.
In schools, a lot of things are dilemmas.
These are a few chosen nuggets. I have a notebook full of others for those interested.
William Mitchell, Interim Executive Director
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Register Today: Open Forum & Best Practices Conference 2009
Registration and full details are now available on the CAIS website http://www.cais.ca/conferences for the Open Forum: “Are We Moving Too Slowly in Using Technology in Our Schools?”, and the 2009 Best Practices Conference: Leadership and e-Learning. Both events are being hosted by Lower Canada College in Montreal, Quebec.
Times and Dates:
Open Forum: Thursday, April 30, 2009 - 7:00-9:00 p.m., followed by a wine and cheese reception. Register here: http://www.cais.ca/open_forum
Best Practices Conference: Friday, May 1, 2009 - 9:00 a.m. - 5:30 p.m. Come and experience renowned keynote speaker Alan November, and participate in thought provoking workshops.
Register at: http://www.cais.ca/best_practices_conference
Workshop Presenters register here: http://www.cais.ca/best_practices_conference_-_presenters
We have reserved a block of rooms at the Hotel du Fort, and all details can be found in the conference package listed online and below.
Don't miss out - register today!
Rousseau Lake College Summer Academy 2009
The Rousseau Lake (RLC) Summer Academy is a full-credit, non-remedial summer education program that emphasizes student achievement and involvement in the Muskoka summer experience. Classes run from 8:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m., beginning Thursday, July 2, and ending on Friday, July 31, 2009
All classes are taught on campus at RLC. Small class size allows for valuable one-on-one instruction and individual assistance from the course teacher.
Please note: All courses must have a minimum enrolment of seven students in order to run during the summer session, and applications must be received by May 31.
To download the RLC Summer Academy registration form go to www.rosseaulakecollege.com / Admissions / Summer Academy.
Cost per course: $1500.00
Application fee: $50.00
Return completed forms before May 31, by fax 705-732-6319, or mail to: Rosseau Lake College, 1967 Bright Street, Rosseau, Ontario, P0C 1J0.
Enrolment today to secure your spot!
For more information about the RLC Summer Academy, please contact Graham Hookey by e-mail at graham.hookey@rlc.on.ca, or by telephone at 1-800-265-0569 / 1-705-732-4351 ext.11.
The RLC Summer Academy flyer is posted below, and is also available on the CAIS website at: http://www.cais.ca/summer_programs
Education in Canada
The Council of Ministers of Education Canada sent the CAIS office a brochure that may offer some marketing based information that is of interest to some of our schools.
"Imagine. Canada the key to your future. Set your sights high. When you study in Canada you'll earn an academic qualification that is recognized and respected thoughout the world. And you'll become part of a diverse, welcoming and vibrant society that offers you a unique cultural experience in a safe and beautiful environment. Come and study in Canada. Take the first step to success". For more information visit: http://www.educationau-incanada.ca/
Countdown to Vancouver 2010 Olympic and Paralympic Games
Celebrate International Paralympism
Pan-Canadian Paralympic School Week
November 2-6, 2009
BC’s Ministry of Education, in partnership with the Vancouver Organizing Committee for the 2010 Olympic and Paralympic Winter Games (VANOC), and the Canadian Paralympic Committee, invites and encourages K-12 students and educators in schools across Canada to join in the celebration of human aspiration and athletic excellence by participating in the Pan-Canadian Paralympic School Week Program.
The first Paralympic School Week was held November 3-7, 2008, with the theme: "Canadian Paralympism". The second Paralympic School Week, with the expanded theme “International Paralympism”, will be held Nov 2-6, 2009.
Endorsed by the International Paralympic Committee and the Canadian Commission for UNESCO, the goals of Pan-Canadian Paralympic School Week include:
• Building awareness among Canadian students and educators of Paralympism, the Paralympic movement and values, and the Paralympic Games;
• Building awareness of the challenges encountered by persons with disabilities;
• Recognizing as role models persons with disabilities engaged in sports, culture and sustainability; and
• Generating interest and pride in the Vancouver 2010 Paralympic Games.
A guide, Celebrating Paralympic School Week in Your School, developed by educators for educators, contains suggestions for planning school-wide and classroom-based activities for a range of grades and subject areas, such as inviting a disabled athlete as a motivational speaker, holding a mini-Paralympic Games, creating Paralympic athlete trading cards, or researching the Paralympic Games as an expression of inclusiveness. The guide also identifies useful links and resources that support educators and students organizing their own Paralympic School Week.
More information about the Pan-Canadian Paralympic School Week, as well as other Paralympic School Programs such as Paralympic School Day, Bon Voyage Sumi, and It’s the Real Deal, can be found on /EDU, the Canadian school portal for Vancouver 2010, at www.vancouver2010.com/edu.
Participating schools are invited to share and showcase their Paralympic School Week activities with stories, photos and videos in /EDU’s Project Showcase. Schools may be public, independent or private. Home-school parents acting as teachers may also submit projects. Submissions may be in English or French.
2009 Assessment Summit
Nova Scotia Educational Leadership Consortium & Solution Tree Education Canada Inc. present the:
2009 Assessment Summit
August 20 and 21, 2009
Halifax, N. S.
Use the power of assessment to drive instruction and improve learning. Hear five of the most distinguished assessment experts in North America illustrate why the fundamental purpose of assessment is not to rate, rank, and sort students, but rather to provide meaningful feedback that leads to improved student learning.
Keynote speakers:
Anne Davies
Damian Cooper
Cassandra Erkens
Ken O’Connor
Rick Stiggins
Registration fees include:
- 2 full days of professional learning
- Sessions with every keynote speaker
- Breakfast and lunch every day
- Evening reception with fabulous door prizes, including a chance to win dinner with the keynote speakers.
Registration fees:
- Early Bird price: $499.00 + HST (Before March 31, 2009)
- Regular price: $549.99 + HST (After March 31,2009)
- Special group pricing: for registration fees paid by boards, schools etc. (organization must pay for all registered in the group with one payment). For every 15 registered receive one free registration (buy 15 get the 16th free).
Registration deadline May 1, 2009
Register on line at www.nselc.ednet.ns.ca
(902) 422-3270
TDSB Student GuluWalk
Last April, 4,000 Toronto District School Board (TDSB) students and their teachers walked together to raise awareness about the 22-year war in Uganda.
This year, on April 29, they're doing it again. School communities are coming together and stepping onto the streets in a resounding call for peace. Although this event is a TDSB supported event, it is open to all students in the Toronto area, or any students that would like to join. Even if some schools cannot attend the actual event downtown, many are making walks happen around their school and in their community.
Reportedly, children in northern Uganda are no longer walking every night to find safety in the urban centre of Gulu, but unfortunately the need to step forward for peace still remains. The rebel army refuses to sign a peace deal, and children live in fear and uncertainty. Abductions still happen, and more than one million people remain displaced from their homes.
Participating in the TDSB Student GuluWalk on April 29, helps raise awareness and tell the stories of these children in Uganda.
The GuluWalk is made possible with generous teacher and student support, and the endorsement of both the Toronto District School Board and the Elementary Teachers of Toronto.
To register please contact Andrea McKinlay at andrea@guluwalk.com. You will need to provide the following information:
- Name of school
- Name(s) of teacher(s) walking
- Grade(s) walking
- Number of students walking
Once registration is received, a registration kit and some teacher resources will be delivered to you. For more information please visit: http://guluwalk.com/tdsb/
National Volunteer Week 2009
Volunteer Canada invites Canadians to be a part of the National Volunteer Week 2009 website.
In anticipation of National Volunteer Week 2009, Volunteer Canada is inviting individuals and organizations to submit photos and videos of their volunteers as part of the campaign’s new website on volunteer.ca/nvw.
The National Volunteer Week website currently features hundreds of photos and videos submitted by individuals and organizations from across the country. Users can browse through them by typing in keywords on what volunteerism means to them.
“National Volunteer Week pays tribute to the 12 million Canadians who donate their time and energy to better the lives of others,” said Ruth MacKenzie, president of Volunteer Canada. “During times of economic uncertainty, we must not forget the role of Canada’s volunteers and volunteer-involving organizations, and we hope that the new website will be one of many ways that Canadians will be a part of this nationwide celebration of volunteerism.”
National Volunteer Week was first proclaimed in 1943 as an initiative to draw the public's attention to the vital contribution of women to the war effort on the home front. In the late 1960s, the focus was revived and broadened to include all community volunteers. With the support of Investors Group, Volunteer Canada is proud to be leading the celebrations once again.
National Volunteer Week is April 19 – 25, 2009.
For more information, please contact:
Jung-Suk Ryu
Manager of Communications, Volunteer Canada
Tel: (613) 231-4371 ext. 226
e-mail: jryu@volunteer.ca
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