Guide for Students and Parents by Rainbow District School Board

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2010-2011 School Year

Students and Parents

On behalf of trustees, I would like

to welcome you to Rainbow Schools and the start of another exciting school year. Rainbow Schools provide quality programs in English and French Immersion from the early years to secondary school, offering students exceptional opportunities in arts, athletics and academics. We also focus on character development as we look to build responsible and respectful citizens who care about each other and the world in which they live.

We encourage parents/guardians to take an active interest in their child’s education. We also invite community partners to help us mentor and nurture their future workforce. In partnership with the home and the community, our dedicated teachers and support staff members are committed to helping all students reach their full potential and achieve success. If you have any questions at any time, please contact your school or the Board Office.

Let us work together to make this year the best ever!

Trustees

Tyler Campbell

Chair Rainbow District School Board

Your Voice at the Board

Tyler Campbell

Doreen Dewar

Sudbury, Area 2

Sudbury, Area 5

Board Chair 705.674.6040

Chelmsford P.S. Lansdowne P.S. Larchwood P.S. Levack P.S. Chelmsford Valley District Composite School

Board Vice-Chair 705.682.9449

Alexander P.S. Algonquin P.S. Long Lake P.S., MacLeod P.S. R.L. Beattie P.S. Ruth MacMillan Centre Wanup P.S., Wembley P.S. Cecil Facer Secondary School Lockerby Composite School Lo-Ellen Park Secondary School

Gord Santala

Ruth Ward 705.897.6787

Dena Morrison

705.866.5229

Sudbury, Area 1

Sudbury, Area 3

Sudbury, Area 4

Copper Cliff P.S. Gatchell School Princess Anne P.S. R.H. Murray P.S. Walden P.S. Lively District Secondary School

Pinecrest P.S. Redwood Acres P.S. Valley View P.S. Confederation Secondary School

705.693.0484

C.R. Judd P.S., Churchill P.S. Cyril Varney P.S., Markstay P.S. Monetville P.S., M.W. Moore P.S. Northeastern Elementary School Westmount Avenue P.S. Lasalle Secondary School M.W. Moore Secondary School

Sloan Boyd

Student Trustee Sudbury Secondary School

Judy Hunda

Larry Killens

Jeanna Miller

Grace Fox

Sudbury, Area 6

Manitoulin, Area 7

Espanola, Area 8

First Nations

705.671.1640

Adamsdale P.S. Carl A. Nesbitt P.S. Ernie Checkeris P.S. Queen Elizabeth P.S. Sudbury Secondary School

705.859.2371

Assiginack P.S. Central Manitoulin P.S. Charles C. McLean P.S. Little Current P.S. Manitoulin Secondary School

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705.869.2282

705.377.4615

A.B. Ellis P.S. S. Geiger P.S. Webbwood P.S. Espanola High School

Atikameksheng Anishnawbek Aundeck Omni Kaning First Nation Dokis First Nation M’Chigeeng First Nation Sagamok Anishnawbek Sheguiandah First Nation

Sheshegwaning First Nation Wahnapitae First Nation Wikwemikong Unceded Indian Reserve Whitefish River First Nation Zhiibaahaasing First Nation

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As your new Director of Education,

I am delighted to welcome all students and parents/guardians to the 2010-2011 school year. This fall marks the launch of full day every day Junior Kindergarten and the new Early Learning Program in Rainbow Schools. At the secondary level, we continue to expand our course offerings in the Specialist High Skills Major programs, dual credits, Co-operative Education and the Ontario Youth Apprenticeship Program. We are also introducing the 10 character traits that will form the foundation for ongoing character development in Rainbow Schools.

This Guide for Students and Parents is a first step in our efforts to enhance communication between the home and the school. Please refer to this publication often. It contains information about programs, policies and services as well as a list of key contacts and important dates. For current news throughout the school year, be sure to visit rainbowschools.ca. Thank you for supporting Rainbow Schools and working with us to reach minds and touch hearts.

Enjoy the year ahead!

Norm Blaseg

Director of Education Rainbow District School Board

Vision

We are leaders in learning in Sudbury, Espanola and Manitoulin, inspiring success for all students.

Priorities

u celebrating student, staff, school

u Ensure success for all students

u Ensure efficient business management u Promote succession planning

and talent development

Mission

Rainbow District School Board provides quality programs and character education which enable students in Rainbow Schools to maximize their potential and fulfill their aspirations.

Values

We are committed to: u ensuring success for all students u providing high quality programs and character education u encouraging innovation, initiative and creativity

and system-wide success u nurturing strong partnerships between the school, the home and the community u keeping schools safe u maintaining honest and open communication u managing the resources in our trust efficiently, responsibly and effectively u practising collaborative leadership and principled decision-making u respecting diversity u promoting continuous improvement and a sense of pride u enhancing quality of life by encouraging life-long learning

Administrative Council

Norm Blaseg

Director of Education

Diane Cayen-Arnold Superintendent of Business

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Bruce Bourget Superintendent of Schools

Ada Della Penta Superintendent of Schools

Lesleigh Dye Superintendent of Schools

Sharon Speir Superintendent of Schools

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Junior and Senior Kindergarten in Rainbow Schools In Early Learning Kindergarten Programs, children will learn through play, inquiry and real life contexts. “Play nourishes every aspect of children’s development. It forms the foundation of intellectual, social, physical and emotional skills necessary for success in school and life. Play paves the way for learning.” Canadian Council on Learning Play capitalizes on children’s natural curiosity. Learning materials are intentionally selected by educators to promote personal and social development, language, mathematics, science and technology, health and physical activity, and the arts. In Rainbow Schools, educators partner with parents/guardians and families, the children’s first teachers, to ensure that children make successful transitions to school and that diversity of families and the community are welcome in the classroom.

Something exciting is happening in Junior Kindergarten!

Children communicate their learning through many means. There will be multiple opportunities for children to express themselves through dance, drama, paint, drawings, gestures, actions, metaphor and print.

Four-year-olds can now attend Kindergarten all day, every day along with five-year-olds.

Registration information

A new Early Learning Program is being introduced in all Rainbow Schools over the next five years.

For enrolment in Junior Kindergarten, the child must be four years of age by December 31st. For enrolment in Senior Kindergarten, the child must be five years of age by December 31st. Programs are offered in English and French Immersion.

The new Early Learning Program is being offered at six sites in 2010-2011: u A.B. Ellis Public School u Churchill Public School u Lansdowne Public School u Princess Anne Public School u Queen Elizabeth Public School u Wembley Public School

For more information or to register, please contact the Rainbow School nearest you or visit rainbowschools.ca. If registering your child for the first time, please bring his/her identification documents including birth certificate, birth registry/baptismal certificate, Ontario Health Card, and an immunization record.

In these Early Learning Programs, there will be:

Elementary schools will host Open Houses for full day every day JK/SK and Early Learning Program registrations the week of

u 26 four and five-year-olds in a class u an Early Childhood Educator and a teacher u a new curriculum emphasizing play based learning u before and after school programs from 7am to 6 pm, for a fee

January 31 to February 4, 2011 Contact the Rainbow School nearest you for details.

Say OUI to French Immersion and Core French Info Soirée Thursday, February 3, 2011 | 6 pm to 7:30 pm

Alexander Public School

Levack Public School

Valley View Public School

Chelmsford Public School

Northeastern Elementary School

Walden Public School

Ernie Checkeris Public School

R.L. Beattie Public School

Westmount Avenue Public School

39 St. Brendan Street, Sudbury | 675.5961 121 Charlotte Street, Chelmsford | 671.5945 1570 Agincourt Avenue, Sudbury | 566.7610

100 High Street, Levack | 671.5943 45 Spruce Street, Garson | 675.0204

102 Loach’s Road, Sudbury | 522.7178

1840 Valleyview Road, Val Caron | 671.5956 249 Sixth Avenue, Lively | 692.3602 511 Westmount Avenue, Sudbury | 566.1770

Lansdowne Public School

185 Lansdowne Street, Sudbury | 675.6451

All parents/guardians and children welcome. Enjoy free workshops. Learn more about French Second Language programs. To register, call your area Rainbow School or 523-3308, ext. 8217. Reaching minds. Touching hearts.

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Give your child the best start

Best Start Hubs

eamless entry from childcare into school gives children the best start in learning and life. Enrol your child today in before and after school programs and pre-school daycare being offered at area Rainbow Schools.

Supporting home, child care and school

Before and After School Programs

est Start Hubs are family centres in schools offering children and their families a place to meet, to learn and to grow together.

A.B. Ellis Public School

Copper Cliff Public School

Princess Anne Public School

Adamsdale Public School

Cyril Varney Public School

Queen Elizabeth Public School

Alexander Public School

Ernie Checkeris Public School

R.L. Beattie Public School

Algonquin Road Public School

Lansdowne Public School

Redwood Acres Public School

C.R. Judd Public School

Little Current Public School

S. Geiger Public School

Carl A. Nesbitt Public School

Long Lake Public School

Valley View Public School

Charles C. McLean Public School

MacLeod Public School

Walden Public School

Chelmsford Public School

Markstay Public School

Wembley Public School

408 Wembley Drive, Sudbury

u receive support and resources for your child

Churchill Public School

Northeastern Elementary School

Westmount Avenue Public School

u have fun

50 School Street, Copper Cliff

128 Park Street, Espanola

1545 Gary Street, Sudbury

181 First Avenue, Sudbury

39 St. Brendan Street, Sudbury

2650 Algonquin Road, Sudbury

1570 Agincourt Avenue, Sudbury

185 Lansdowne Street North, Sudbury

18 Draper Street, Little Current

8 Lincoln Street, Capreol

4420 Long Lake Road, Sudbury

1241 Roy Street, Sudbury

310 Laval Street, Sudbury

43 Hall Street, Gore Bay

121 Charlotte Street, Chelmsford

1722 Fielding Street, Sudbury

7 Pioneer Street East, Markstay

45 Spruce Street, Garson

500 Douglas Street West, Sudbury

32 Dell Street, Sudbury

102 Loach’s Road, Sudbury

4625 Carl Street, Hanmer

355 Government Road, Massey

1840 Valleyview Road, Val Caron

Ernie Checkeris Public School Lansdowne Public School Levack Public School Little Current Public School MacLeod Public School Markstay Public School

At your local hub, you will be able to: u give your child a chance to play and make friends u meet other parents/caregivers u learn more about your child’s development

249 Sixth Avenue, Lively

u help prepare your child for school u enroll your child in a child care or pre-school

learning program

511 Westmount Avenue, Sudbury

Pre-school Daycare A.B. Ellis Public School Alexander Public School C.R. Judd Public School Charles C. McLean Public School Churchill Public School Copper Cliff Public School

There are several Best Start Hubs, including the following in Rainbow Schools: Algonquin Road Public School (South End Hub) Churchill Public School (New Sudbury Hub) Copper Cliff Public School (Copper Cliff Hub) Lansdowne Public School (Downtown Sudbury Hub) Little Current Public School (Manitoulin Hub) Northeastern Elementary School (Garson Hub) Redwood Acres Public School (Hanmer Hub)

Parents are welcome to attend hub activities at any site. For a complete list of sites, schedules and more information, visit www.sudburybeststart.ca or call 3-1-1.

Northeastern Elementary School Redwood Acres Public School R.L. Beattie Public School S. Geiger Public School Valley View Public School

Rainbow District School Board provides quality programs and character education to students in Sudbury, Espanola, Manitoulin and Shining Tree in 38 elementary schools and 10 secondary schools. Approximately 15,000 students are enrolled in Rainbow Schools. Rainbow District School Board covers a geographic area of 14,757 square kilometres in Sudbury, Espanola, Manitoulin and Shining Tree. Rainbow District School Board’s approved budget for the 2010-2011 school year is $172 million. Reaching minds. Touching hearts.

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Secondary Schools

Co-operative Education

Where you belong

The Co-operative Education Program integrates classroom theory with practical experience. Students divide their time between the school and the workplace, spending at least half the day with an employer. Co-operative Education prepares students for the challenges of tomorrow and enables employers to help develop the future workforce. To find out more about the program, contact the guidance office or Co-operative Education teacher at your local Rainbow School.

ainbow District School Board’s secondary schools offer exceptional opportunities in arts, athletics and academics in English and French Immersion. Caring teachers, quality programs and access to state-of-the-art technology prepare young minds to become the leaders of tomorrow.

Specialized Programs

The International Baccalaureate Program

Ontario Youth Apprenticeship Program

Arts Education Program Sudbury Secondary School has earned a solid reputation as the School for the Performing Arts in Northern Ontario. The extensive arts education program includes drama, visual arts, film studies, vocal music, instrumental music and dance. Students not only gain a life-long appreciation for the arts, they also build important life skills including self-confidence, discipline and teamwork.

Bilingual Trades Program

The Science and Technology Achieving Results through Trades Program (START) at Chelmsford Valley District Composite School is designed to meet the increasing demand for trades education in the 21st century with sector specific training opportunities. The main focus of the program is the interrelationship among mathematics, science, technology and the trades. Academic theory combined with practical knowledge will open the door to a variety of postsecondary destinations. The START program is designed to meet the needs and interests of individual students in areas such as hair and aesthetics, medical technologies, mining, and so much more! Program planning is on an individual basis with the assistance of guidance, parents/guardians and students. This program is offered in both official languages.

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School of Integrated Technology

The School of Integrated Technology at Lively District Secondary School offers enriched and specialized four-year programs combining science, mathematics, computer science and technology. Teachers work together with business and industry to provide relevant and meaningful activities to students, preparing them to be competitive in a global environment.

Science Technology Education Program

The Science Technology Education Program (STEP) enjoys a rich tradition at Lockerby Composite School. STEP is recognized as one of the most innovative secondary school programs in Ontario. With a focus on math, science and technology, the program is for students contemplating a career in medicine, science, health care, business, computer science or engineering. STEP students are actively engaged in their learning by keeping pace with the latest trends in science and technology through involvement in initiatives such as “anywhere, anytime” laptop learning, the provincially recognized Specialist High Skills Major in mining and health and wellness, as well as courses in architecture, tele-robotics, genetics and forensics.

This Co-operative Education Program gives senior students an opportunity to begin a career in a skilled trade while attending high school. The program is designed to introduce students to a career path that will lead to skilled trades, provide students with the opportunity to develop trade related competencies and accumulate hours toward a skilled trade as a registered or non-registered apprentice and encourage an early start toward a well paid and satisfying career.

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This internationally recognized comprehensive program encourages critical thinking and research skills and promotes service as part of the learning process. The IB Program is available at Lo-Ellen Park Secondary School to all students who have the required commitment, ability, interest and time to devote to the program. IB is designed to meet the highest standards required by any secondary school student in the world and is recognized by leading universities in most countries. Students graduating with an IB diploma can earn up to three first-year university credits.

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Busing to Rainbow District School Board’s five specialized secondary school programs is offered to students within Greater Sudbury.

OYAP supports Student Success, particularly through program pathways, the Specialist High Skills Major and the School College Work Initiative. Students with special needs also have an opportunity to select OYAP as an option.

Continuing Education Rainbow District School Board offers FREE credit courses during the day to any students 19 years of age and older who have been out of high school for at least one semester. Students can earn two high school credits in approximately six weeks. Night School credit courses are also free to any age group. These courses are two nights a week for 18 weeks. General interest courses are offered for a nominal fee. To register, visit the Continuing Education Centre at Sudbury Secondary School (Davidson Street entrance) or call 675.5481 for more information. Adult Day School Block 1: September 13 to November 1, 2010 Block 2: November 4 to December 22, 2010 Block 3: January 5 to February 23, 2011 Block 4: February 28 to April 26, 2011 Block 5: May 2 to June 20, 2011

Night School Semester 1: September 20, 2010 to January 27, 2011 Semester 2: February 14, 2011 to June 16, 2011

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First Nation, Métis and Inuit Education in Rainbow Schools - Highlights First Nation, Métis and Inuit Youth Leadership

First Nation, Métis and Inuit Support Workers u Promote a welcoming environment for students and their families u Support student, family and school connections u Work within the framework of the Seven Grandfather’s Teachings

u Student representatives from all secondary schools u Opportunities to develop leadership capacity u Provide input related to First Nation, Métis and Inuit Education

Native Studies Courses

u Expressing Aboriginal Cultures, Grade 9 (Art Focus) u Aboriginal Peoples in Canada, Grade 10

initiatives in Rainbow Schools

u Lead community service projects in respective schools

(History and Contemporary Issues)

u Did you know that the Grade 9 Native Studies course is considered

First Nation, Métis and Inuit Presence in Rainbow Schools

an art credit and can fulfill this requirement in Grade 9? Ask the school guidance staff when these courses are offered.

u This guide helps staff learn about First Nation, Métis and Inuit

histories, cultures and traditions.

Native Language (Ojibwe) Courses

u A copy of the guide is available on the Board’s website at

u Available at the introductory (Grade 9), intermediate (Grade 10)

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and senior (Grade 11) levels u For anyone interested in learning Ojibwe u Did you know that a Grade 9 Native Language course fills the requirements of the compulsory second language credit in Grade 9?

Family and Community Partnerships

u First Nation, Métis and Inuit family involvement and voice is an

u An Aboriginal Oral Language Specialist was hired to work with

important component of student success. If you are interested in becoming part of the family group, contact Kathy Dokis-Ranney at 671-5940, ext. 1. u Community partnerships are valuable in creating seamless services for students and families.

Youth Education Day

Voluntary Self-Identification

If you are interested in a Native Language class, talk to the guidance staff.

Oral Language Strategies

JK to Grade 1 students at key schools and in select First Nation communities to build early and advanced language skills.

u Explore local postsecondary education, work and career options u Visit and talk to Aboriginal role models from the local community u Participate in Aboriginal workshops with curriculum connections u Keynote presentations to engage youth in being the best they can be

In an effort to build bridges to success for First Nation, Métis and Inuit students, all families of students in Rainbow Schools have been invited to self-identify. Self-identification data is collected on the Rainbow District School Board registration form for all new students enrolled with the Board. The information collected is confidential and is shared in aggregate form only. For families who have registered prior to the 2008-2009 school year, self-identification survey forms are available at your school office and on the Board’s website - rainbowschools.ca.

First Nation, Métis and Inuit Centres

u Designed for First Nation, Métis and Inuit students and

their families

u Students can connect with students from similar backgrounds

and students from different backgrounds

Through Voluntary Self-Identification, we are asking students in Rainbow Schools to tell us more about their ancestry so we can improve educational outcomes for all students. We will continue to enhance programs in keeping with Ontario’s First Nation, Métis and Inuit Education Policy Framework.

u Meet with the First Nation, Métis and Inuit Support Worker,

hold meetings or possibly have a quiet place to work u Each school has its own set of protocols for its centre.

First Nation Advisory Committee

Schedule of FNAC Meetings

FNAC includes representatives from the following: u Atikameksheng Anishnawbek u Sagamok Anishnawbek u Aundeck Omni Kaning First Nation u Sheguiandah First Nation u Dokis First Nation u Sheshegwaning First Nation u Kenjgewin Teg Educational Institute u Wahnapitae First Nation u M’Chigeeng First Nation u Whitefish River First Nation u N’Swakamok Native Friendship Centre u Wikwemikong Unceded Indian Reserve u Rainbow District School Board u Zhiibaahaasing First Nation

Meetings of the First Nation Advisory Committee are open to the public.

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September 15, 2010 November 16, 2010

February 15, 2011 May 17, 2011

Please confirm meeting dates, times and locations by calling 705.674.3171, ext. 7216. Toll free 1.888.421.2661.

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Quality Schools

Where Character Counts Roots of Empathy

he Roots of Empathy character development program will continue in Rainbow elementary schools. Each participating class adopts a baby who visits the classroom, along with his/her parent and a trained Roots of Empathy instructor, once a month for a full school year.

As the children observe the parent-infant interaction and follow the baby’s development, they learn how infants grow and develop. They also learn empathetic responses to the baby’s temperament, facial cues and feelings. In the process, they learn to be compassionate and caring citizens of the world.

Roots of Empathy program goals: u to foster the development of empathy u to develop emotional literacy u to reduce levels of bullying, aggression and violence u to promote children’s pro-social behaviours u to increase knowledge of human development,

learning and infant safety

u to prepare students for responsible citizenship

and responsive parenting

Character development is an integral part of everyday life in Rainbow Schools. All school initiatives are designed to enhance education for students by setting high levels of student achievement, reducing gaps in student achievement and building increased confidence in publicly funded education. Our approach combines a strong academic program with a focus on character development, citizenship and respect for diversity.

Social Inclusion Building Leadership in Rainbow Schools The Peace Pushers Initiative is a peer mentoring program for secondary schools sponsored by the Social Planning Council. Peer mentoring has proven to be an effective model of engaging young people early in life and developing social and leadership skills that enhance their current and future life experience.

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In an effort to promote school safety, equity and inclusive education, and to foster harassment-free environments, the Peace Pushers Initiative helps secondary schools create peer mentoring teams. These teams train young leaders and deliver workshops to younger secondary students and students in elementary schools.

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Quality Schools

Where Character Counts

hese 10 character traits (in English, French and Ojibwe) will be modeled, taught and expected in Rainbow Schools and will provide the foundation for ongoing character development. The traits were approved following a series of school and community consultations.

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Rainbow District School Board

Code of Conduct Students need a safe and positive learning and teaching environment to succeed at school.

Schools must be places where everyone feels welcome, safe and respected. The Keeping Our Kids Safe at School Act (Bill 157) came into effect on February 1, 2010. This legislation requires all Board employees to report serious incidents that may have a negative impact on the school climate to their principal. These incidents include, but are not limited to, racist or sexist comments, graffiti or vandalism, homophobia, gender-based violence, sexual harassment, inappropriate sexual behaviour and inappropriate Internet use – incidents that are unacceptable in Rainbow Schools.

Related Policies Policy 6.06: Suspension Policy 6.08: Expulsion Policy 6.14: Progressive Discipline Policy 6.15: Pupil Bullying Policies are available on rainbowschools.ca With these policies and procedures, school staff will continue to work respectfully and collaboratively with students and parents/ guardians, using a progressive approach to discipline with school safety first and foremost.

COURAGE A

school community promotes responsibility, respect, civility and academic excellence in a safe learning and teaching environment. A school community includes School Board trustees and School Board personnel. All students, parents/guardians and staff have the right to be safe and feel safe in their school community. With this right comes the responsibility to be law-abiding citizens and to be accountable for actions that put the safety of others or oneself at risk. Rainbow District School Board believes that every student has the right to an education without disruption, along with the equally important responsibility not to deny this right to any other student. Rainbow District School Board’s Code of Conduct encourages positive student behaviour. A firm and fair application of this Code of Conduct shall prevail in all matters related to Rainbow District School Board, including school activities, School Board business and school buses.

Positive Attitudes

Rainbow District School Board strives to create positive attitudes towards punctuality, regular attendance, completion of classroom assignments, and interest in learning through classroom participation.

Parental Support

Parents/guardians support Rainbow District School Board staff by encouraging students to fulfill their responsibilities towards their school, other students

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and themselves. The Board recognizes that an important factor in success at school is the regular completion of homework and regular attendance which requires the co-operation of the home.

Guiding Principles

Rainbow District School Board’s Code of Conduct is shaped by the Ontario Schools Code of Conduct. All participants in the publicly funded school system – students, parents/ guardians, volunteers, teachers and other staff members – are included in this Code of Conduct, whether they are on school property, on school buses or at school-authorized events or activities. All members of the school community must be treated with respect and dignity, especially persons in positions of authority. Responsible citizenship involves appropriate participation in the life of the school community. Active and engaged citizens are aware of their rights, and more importantly, they accept responsibility for protecting their rights and the rights of others. Members of the school community are expected to use non-violent means to resolve conflict. Physically aggressive behaviour is not a responsible means for interacting with others. The possession, use or threatened use of any object to injure another person endangers the safety of oneself and others. Alcohol and illegal drugs are addictive and present a health hazard. Schools will work co-operatively with police as well rainbowschools.ca

as drug and alcohol agencies to promote prevention strategies and, when necessary, respond to school members who are in possession of, or under the influence of, alcohol or illegal drugs. Insults, disrespect, and other hurtful acts disrupt the teaching, learning and business in a school community. Members of the school community have a responsibility to maintain an environment where conflict and differences can be addressed in a manner characterized by respect and civility.

Roles and Responsibilities of the School Community

School members include principals, teachers, staff, students, parents and/ or guardians, school councils, trustees, volunteers and visitors. Principals, under the direction of the School Board, take a leadership role in the daily operation of schools. They provide this leadership by: u demonstrating care and commitment

to academic excellence and safe teaching and learning environments; u holding everyone under their authority accountable for their behaviour and actions; u empowering students to be positive leaders in their school and community; u communicating regularly and meaningfully with all members of their school community. Teachers and school staff, under the leadership of their principals, maintain order in the school and are expected to hold everyone to the highest standard of respectful and responsible behaviour. As role models, teachers and school staff uphold these high standards when they: u help students work to their full

potential and develop their sense of self-worth; u empower students to be positive leaders in their classroom, school and community; Reaching minds. Touching hearts.

u communicate regularly and

meaningfully with parents/guardians; u maintain consistent standards of behaviour for all students; u demonstrate respect for all students, staff, parents, volunteers and the members of the school community; u prepare students for the full responsibilities of citizenship. Students are to be treated with respect and dignity. In return, they must demonstrate respect for themselves, for others and for the responsibilities of citizenship through acceptable behaviour. Respect and responsibility are demonstrated when a student: u comes to school prepared, on time

and ready to learn; u shows respect for himself/herself, for others and for those in authority; u refrains from bringing anything to school that may compromise the safety of others; u follows the established rules and takes responsibility for his or her own actions; u dresses in accordance with the school dress code.

u become familiar with the provincial

Code of Conduct, the Board’s Code of Conduct and school rules; u encourage and assist their child in following the rules of behaviour; u assist school staff in dealing with disciplinary issues involving their child. School council members serve as a valuable support mechanism to their local schools when they: u act as a liaison group on school-

related issues;

u act in an advisory capacity to principals

on specified school policies. Police and community members are essential partners in making our schools and communities safe. Community members need to support and respect the rules of their local schools. Community agencies deliver prevention or intervention programs that may be used by the school community. Protocols are effective ways of establishing linkages between boards and community agencies and of formalizing the relationship between them. These partnerships must respect all applicable collective agreements.

EMPATHY Parents/guardians play an important role in the education of their children and have a responsibility to support the efforts of school staff in maintaining a safe and respectful learning environment for all students. Parents/guardians fulfill their responsibility when they:

u show an active interest in their child’s

homework, school work and progress;

u communicate regularly with the school; u help their child be neat, appropriately

dressed and prepared for school; u ensure that their child attends school regularly and on time; u promptly report to the school their child’s absence or late arrival;

The police play an essential role in making our schools and communities safer. The police investigate incidents in accordance with the protocol developed with the local school board. These protocols are based on a provincial model that was developed by the Ministry of the Solicitor General and the Ministry of Education.

Standards of Behaviour

The standards of behaviour apply to students, staff, parents/guardians, volunteers, school council members, trustees and visitors engaged in any school activity. In addition, principals will, in rainbowschools.ca

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Code of Conduct conjunction with members of the school council, develop a school Code of Conduct clarifying acceptable and non-acceptable behaviour for all members of their school community. These school Codes of Conduct are subject to review on a regular basis.

Safety

Respect, civility and responsible citizenship

including but not limited to firearms; u not use any object to threaten or intimidate another person; u not use any object to cause personal injury.

All members of the school community must: u respect and comply with all applicable federal, provincial and municipal laws; u demonstrate honesty and integrity in achieving academic excellence and in the appropriate use of technology; u respect differences in people, their ideas and their opinions; u treat one another with dignity and respect at all times, and especially when there is disagreement; u respect and treat others fairly, regardless of, for example, race, ancestry, place of origin, colour, ethnic origin, financial status, citizenship, religion, gender, sexual orientation, age, or disability; u respect the rights of others; u show proper care and regard for school property and the property of others;

All members of the school community must:

Weapons u not be in possession of any weapon,

Alcohol and Drugs u not be in possession of, or be under

the influence of, or provide others with alcohol or illegal drugs; u not traffic weapons or illegal drugs; u not give alcohol to a minor.

Physical Aggression u not inflict or encourage others to inflict

bodily harm on another person; u seek staff assistance, if necessary, to resolve conflict peacefully.

Other u not engage in bullying behaviours; u not commit sexual assault; u not commit robbery;

INTEGRITY u take appropriate measures to help those

in need; u seek assistance from a member of the school staff, if necessary, to resolve conflict peacefully; u respect all members of the school community, especially persons in positions of authority; u respect the need of others to work in an environment that is conducive to learning and teaching; u not swear at a teacher or at another person in a position of authority.

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u not engage in hate propaganda and

other forms of behaviour motivated by hate or bias; u not commit an act of vandalism that causes extensive damage to school property or to property located on the premises of the school; u not use the Internet and electronic devices in a manner that violates the privacy or dignity of others.

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(or should be known to cause) fear and distress and/or harm to another person’s body, feelings, self-esteem or reputation. Bullying occurs in a context where there is a real or perceived power imbalance.

Suspension

The purpose of a suspension is to caution students and deter them from continuing with or repeating unacceptable behaviours; prevent other students from being exposed to or involved in dangerous and damaging activities; discipline students who have transgressed the rules of the school; and to warn parents or guardians of serious discipline problems with their children. The primary purpose underlying the implementation of a suspension is to result in a change in behaviour for the student.

Activities Leading to Possible Suspension

Suspension shall be considered when a principal’s investigation of an incident, which should include consultation with the pupil’s parent/guardian and pupil or the adult pupil, determines that the pupil has committed one or more of the infractions outlined below on school property, during a school-related activity or event, and/or in circumstances where the infraction has an impact on school climate. A student may be suspended for a minimum of one (1) school day and a maximum of twenty (20) school days. The infractions include: a. Uttering a threat to or inflicting serious bodily harm on another person b. Possessing alcohol or illegal drugs c. Being under the influence of alcohol d. Swearing at a teacher or at another person in a position of authority e. Committing an act of vandalism that causes extensive damage to school property f. Bullying g. Use of profane or improper language h. Smoking on school board property i. Academic dishonesty j. Inappropriate use of technology rainbowschools.ca

ACCEPTANCE

k. Inappropriate dress l. Any act considered by the principal to be injurious to the moral tone of the school m. Any act considered by the principal to be injurious to the physical or mental well-being of members of the school community n. Any act considered by the principal to be contrary to the Board or school Code of Conduct

Suspension Reviews

The parent/guardian or the adult pupil may request a review of a decision to suspend where a suspension has been issued. A written request setting out the reasons for a review must be made within three (3) days of receipt of notice of the suspension. The time for requesting the review may be extended at the discretion of the Superintendent of the school where circumstances precluded a request within the requisite time frame. The review shall take place upon receipt by the Superintendent of the school of a request for a review.

Suspension Appeals

Where a suspension review has occurred, the pupil’s parent/guardian or the adult pupil may appeal the suspension imposed by the principal. In accordance with the Board’s administrative procedures, the appeal must be made in writing and delivered to the Director of Education within ten (10) days of the commencement of the suspension.

Expulsion

Expulsion shall be considered when a principal’s investigation of an incident, which should include consultation with Reaching minds. Touching hearts.

the pupil’s parent/guardian and pupil or the adult pupil, determines that the pupil has committed one or more of the infractions outlined below on school property, on a school bus, and/or during a school-related activity or event, and/or in circumstances where the infraction has an impact on the school climate.

Activities Leading to Possible Expulsion

The infractions for which a principal may consider recommending to the Discipline Committee of the Board that a pupil be expelled from the pupil’s school or from all schools of the Board include: a. Possessing a weapon or object, including possessing a firearm b. Using a weapon or object to cause or to threaten bodily harm to another person c. Committing physical assault on another person that causes bodily harm requiring treatment by a medical practitioner d. Committing sexual assault e. Trafficking in weapons and/or in illegal drugs and/or possession of weapons and/or illegal drugs for the purpose of trafficking f. Committing robbery g. Giving alcohol to a minor h. An act, including opposition to authority, considered by the principal to be significantly injurious to the moral tone of the school and/or to the physical or mental well-being of others i. A pattern of behaviour that is so inappropriate that the pupil’s continued presence is injurious to the effective learning and/or working environment of others

j. Activities engaged in by the pupil on or off school property that cause the pupil’s continuing presence in the school to create an unacceptable risk to the physical or mental well-being of other person(s) in the school or Board k. Activities engaged in by the pupil on or off school property that have caused extensive damage to the property of the Board or to goods that are/were on Board property l. The pupil has demonstrated through a pattern of behaviour that s/he has not prospered by the instruction available to him or her and that s/he is persistently resistant to making changes in behaviour which would enable him or her to prosper m. Any act considered by the principal to be a serious violation of the Board or school Code of Conduct

Expulsion Appeals

A pupil’s parent/guardian or adult pupil may appeal a Board’s decision to expel a pupil to the Child & Family Services Review Board in accordance with the procedures set out by the Ministry of Education. Rainbow District School Board is committed to the promotion of respect, responsibility and civility in its elementary and secondary schools. Restart: Sudbury, Restart: Espanola, and Restart: Manitoulin are programs for students who have been suspended or expelled. Students are supported in both academic and non-academic areas. For more information, talk to your school principal.

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Maintaining safe schools

Tips for Parents

Video surveillance

In our ongoing efforts to maintain a safe learning environment for our students, all schools now have controlled access. Please press the buzzer on the main door and school staff will be pleased to assist you.

Video security surveillance equipment is used in secondary schools and may be used on school buses for the following purposes: u to enhance the safety of students and staff, u to protect property against theft and vandalism, and u to help identify intruders and persons breaking the law. Personal information is being collected under the authority of the Education Act and used in accordance with the Municipal Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act (MFIPPA). For more information, please contact the principal.

Important message about the use of the Internet and electronic devices

The Internet and electronic devices have changed our world, offering unparalleled resources and associated challenges. As the technology has expanded, so have the implications related to the safety and privacy of students and staff. Rainbow Schools remind students and parents/guardians that cell phones, digital cameras, personal digital and other electronic devices can be disruptive and must not be activated in class or during examinations and/or assessments without the permission of school staff. Electronic devices must not be used in a manner that violates the privacy or dignity of others. This includes the use of cell phones with cameras (and similar devices) in washrooms, change rooms and any other areas where privacy prevails; taking photographs of a person or persons on school property and/or at school events without the permission of the person or persons being photographed; and posting photographs on the Internet and/or electronically transmitting photographs of a person or persons taken on school property and/or at school events without the permission of the person or persons in the photograph. Using the Internet and electronic devices with care will ensure that the safety and privacy of students and staff remain first and foremost.

What is a lockdown?

In order to ensure the ongoing safety and security of students and staff, Rainbow Schools are required to practice lockdown procedures much like fire drills. When there is a threat to the school from within the building, staff and students go into lockdown. Doors are locked, blinds are closed and lights are turned off. Everyone moves to the location in the room where it is most difficult to be seen from the classroom door window. Students outside the building at the time of the lockdown are escorted to a predetermined gathering point at the school. When there is a threat to the school from outside the building, staff and students go into hold and secure. Doors are locked, blinds are closed and lights are turned off. Normal classroom activities are maintained. When there is an environmental incident posing a potential risk to a school, such as a chemical leak in the community, staff and students go into shelter in place. This ensures that everyone remains indoors until further notice. Reaching minds. Touching hearts.

What is the Trauma Team?

When there is a critical incident affecting a school, such as the death of a student, Rainbow District School Board’s Trauma Team may go to the school to provide support. The team is made up of Board employees who are trained to assist students in need and call in additional resources that may be required. The Trauma Team may also provide information to parents/guardians on how to help their children after a crisis. The Trauma Team works closely with staff from the Child and Family Centre.

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Media Violence: What parents can do u Be aware. Home computers and televisions

should be in a common area where parents can supervise as children surf the web, watch television and play video games. u Talk to your children. Children and teenagers need to know that you are interested in what they are viewing. They need to learn how to become critical viewers. u Become savvy. Surf, watch and view television programs, websites and video games that are popular with children and teenagers. u Check available safeguards. Software packages exist that limit and filter web content and sites, and most are readily available. u Don’t encourage dependency.

Television or video games should not be used as babysitters. Children and adolescents should have a diversity of activities, with only a portion made up of television viewing, web surfing and video playing. u Impose limits. A maximum amount of time for media – two hours or less – should be imposed on children and they should not be allowed to play or watch until other duties are done (such as homework or chores). u Check age-appropriateness or

ratings. Video games, movies and now television shows come with ratings. If they are not age-appropriate for your children, do not let them watch. u Offer explanations. Rules should be imposed but, more important, explained. If you do not want your child to play a particular game or watch a television show, explain why. Be aware that your explanation may have to be repeated often. u Be involved. Watch television shows or movies with your children or play video games with them and talk about the content. u Identify appropriate content.

Encourage your children to watch and use age-appropriate content.

u Teach children to become critical

consumers. Make sure that the criteria for measuring the difference between a good show or game and a bad one include factors such as violence, commercialization and ill-treatment of women, among others.

u Make your thoughts and feelings

known. If your local video store is renting inappropriate games or videos to your child, bring the products back and make sure the staff knows this is a concern by speaking to the manager.

This information was prepared by the Media Violence Coalition.

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Say OUI to French Immersion and Core French P

arents can enroll their children in the English Program or the French Immersion Program. The English Program includes a Core French component. French Immersion provides a balance of English and French instruction.

Core French

In Rainbow Schools, Core French is offered daily beginning in Grade 1. The aim of the Core French program is to develop basic communication skills in French and an understanding of the nature of the language, as well as an appreciation of French culture in Canada and in other parts of the French-speaking world. The Core French program offers students the opportunity to develop a basic usable command of the French language that can be expanded through further study at the secondary school level.

French Immersion

In French Immersion, students learn to speak French through the study of other subjects. This enriches their vocabulary, develops their problem solving skills, and increases their opportunities to speak French in meaningful contexts. French Immersion provides students with an understanding of the cultures of French-speaking societies by integrating cultural studies into daily language instruction. Students also develop strong fundamental skills in oral communication (listening and speaking) as well as reading and writing. French Immersion is designed for Englishspeaking parents/guardians in such a way that they can support their children in school.

Elementary Schools

u In Junior and Senior Kindergarten, the teachers

speak French all of the time, with the exception of a 20-minute English literacy block daily. Students are immersed in a supportive French milieu and are encouraged to respond in French as much as possible. u In Grades 1 and 2, 100 per cent of the classroom instruction is in French, with the exception of a 20-minute English literacy block daily.

u In Grades 3 and 4, French language arts,

mathematics, social studies, health, physical education, music, art, and technology are taught in French and English language arts and science (Grade 4) are taught in English. u In Grades 5 to 8, French language arts, social studies (history, geography), music, art, physical education and health are taught in French while English language arts, science, and mathematics are taught in English. u Upon graduation from Grade 8, students receive an Elementary French Immersion Certificate. French Immersion students are encouraged to continue to study in the French Immersion Program at the secondary school level in order to graduate with bilingual qualifications.

Secondary Schools The French Immersion Program at the secondary school level provides students with the skills they need to communicate in a second language and thereby enhance their ability to perform effectively and meet with success in a rapidly changing global economy.

Learning a second language enhances career choices, develops thinking and communication skills, and provides a greater appreciation of diversity. Students in Rainbow Schools may obtain a French Immersion Certificate upon graduation by completing a minimum of ten courses taught in French. These include four Immersion French courses, plus six other courses from a wide variety of choices – physical education and health, Canadian geography, Canadian history, civics, career studies, dramatic arts, business studies, social sciences and the humanities, Canadian and world studies, music, visual arts, science, technological education and co-operative education.

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Rainbow District School Board has developed a new resource for parents of students in French Immersion and Core French that will enable you to learn French along with your child. It includes a booklet and an interactive website. To access the website, visit rainbowschools.ca and click on Homework Helper under Highlights. Watch for the “écouter” button to hear the pronunciation of French words and expressions. Please contact your school for a copy of this booklet. This publication, and the online Homework Helper, were funded by the Ontario Ministry of Education and the Government of Canada to support students and parents as they learn French.

French Immersion is offered at the following Rainbow Secondary Schools: u Chelmsford Valley District Composite School u Confederation Secondary School u Lasalle Secondary School u Lockerby Composite School u Lo-Ellen Park Secondary School u Sudbury Secondary School

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Special Education

Programs and Services R

ainbow District School Board is committed to ensuring that every exceptional student is provided with the most inclusive environment, enabling the student to fulfill his/her potential. The Board provides special education programs and services based on the following philosophy: u All exceptional students have a right to quality education. u The education of exceptional children is a responsibility shared by the school,

the student, parents/guardians and Rainbow District School Board.

u All exceptional students are an integral part of society, entitled to respect

and dignity.

u All exceptional students should have quality of educational opportunities

regardless of class, economic status, gender, ethnic origin or religion.

u The majority of exceptional students can best be served within an inclusive

education program.

u The array of needs of exceptional students can best be served by a continuum

of support.

u Programming is of utmost importance in any assessment or diagnostic

procedure undertaken on behalf of exceptional students.

u Communication and interaction amongst special education and regular

The Principal of Special Education Programs and Services, Consultants/ Co-ordinators and Psychological Services staff act as a resource to parents/ guardians, teachers, principals, and superintendents in designated schools/ areas in matters pertaining to the learning and behavioural needs of students and in the design and implementation of programs and services for exceptional pupils.

education personnel must be ongoing and goal directed in support of exceptional students.

u All exceptional students share in the responsibility for learning and in

the planning of their program, based upon maturity and capability.

Overview of Programming

The Speech and Language Pathologists provide individual assessments for students with complex language needs. They also offer consultative support to Education Centre staff, special education resource teachers, classroom teachers and local area teams. They provide leadership in system-wide endeavours and supervision of Communicative Disorders Assistants.

Rainbow District School Board believes that integration should be the norm wherever possible. For some students, an alternative setting may be necessary when their needs are so great that they cannot be met in an integrated setting.

Special Education Services

Educational Assistant support in regular or self-contained classes may be provided in relation to developmental, corrective or care needs. The work of the Educational Assistant is planned and directed by a certified Special Education Teacher.

In accordance with the Education Act, “special education services” means facilities and resources, including support personnel and equipment, necessary for developing and implementing a special education program.

Special Education Teachers facilitate the identification of and programming for exceptional students. They provide instruction to exceptional students and consult with classroom teachers, central special education staff, parents/guardians and community agencies to plan and implement special education programs and services. Special Education Resource Teachers work hand-in-hand with the classroom teacher to support the learning of exceptional students within the regular classroom environment.

Rainbow District School Board provides a range of specialized services to support teachers, parents/guardians and exceptional students through consultations, system screening activities, assessments and direct instructional support. Rainbow District School Board provides individual psychoeducational assessments and educational programming through Individual Education Plans (IEPs) and special education placements through Local Area Admission, Review and Demission Committees (ARDs). The Board also provides leadership in system-wide assessment and consultation activities at the Junior Kindergarten, Senior Kindergarten, and Grade 4 and Grade 7 levels, as well as transition planning at the time of school entry and leaving.

Rainbow District School Board’s Special Education Plan complies with the Canadian Charter of Rights and Freedoms, the Ontario Human Rights Code, the Education Act and regulations made under the Act.

Free Field amplification systems, installed in Grade 1, 2 and 3 classrooms, give students a front row seat by optimizing classroom sound quality and creating a more intimate environment for learning.

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Special Education

Frequently Asked Questions for Parents/Guardians of Exceptional Students What is an Individual Education Plan?

An Individual Education Plan (IEP) is developed for each student who has been identified as exceptional by an Identification, Placement and Review Committee (IPRC) within 30 school days of the student’s placement in a special education program. The IEP is reviewed and updated annually at the beginning of each school year. An IEP is a written plan. It is a working document that describes the strengths, needs and the specific educational expectations of an exceptional pupil. It outlines the special education program and services required to meet that student’s needs, and how the program and services will be delivered. It also indicates how a student’s progress will be monitored.

When is the IEP developed? The IEP is developed within 30 school days of placement in a special education program. It is reviewed and updated in September of each school year.

Should parents/guardians provide input for the IEP?

The input of parents/guardians is required in order to develop the best IEP possible. Please contact your school to participate in your child’s IEP. For information about the IEP, please see the Ministry of Education document The Individual Education Plan (IEP) – A Resource Guide 2004 available online at http://www.edu.gov.on.ca/eng/ general/elemsec/speced/guide/resource/index. html. You can also access information about Special Education on the Board’s website at rainbowschools.ca or by contacting the Board Office.

What is SEAC?

The Special Education Advisory Committee (SEAC) advises Rainbow District School Board on matters related to special education. The majority of SEAC members are volunteer representatives from parent and community associations. Two Board trustees also sit on the committee. Members of the public are welcome to attend SEAC meetings usually held on the first Wednesday of the month throughout the school year.

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I think my child has a special need or learning disability that the school hasn’t identified. What should I do?

First, you should meet with your child’s classroom teacher or the school principal. Every school also has a special education consultant/co-ordinator. In addition, school officials can provide you with the names of parent support groups such as the Learning Disabilities Association of Ontario.

What is an IPRC?

The Identification, Placement and Review Committee (IPRC) meets and decides if a student should be identified as an exceptional pupil, and, if so, the placement that will best meet the student’s needs. Once identified as an exceptional pupil, an IPRC review meeting takes place annually. Additional IPRCs can be scheduled upon the request of the school or the parent/guardian after the placement has been in effect for a period of three months.

When do annual IPRC review meetings take place?

Special Education Advisory Committee SEAC includes representatives from the following: u Autism Society of Ontario u Canadian Hearing Society u VIEWS u Council for Exceptional Children u Down Syndrome Association of Sudbury u Learning Disabilities Association of Ontario – Sudbury Chapter u Sudbury Community Service Centre SEAC also includes First Nations members, trustees and members at large in Sudbury, Espanola and Manitoulin.

Schedule of SEAC Meetings Meetings of the Special Education Advisory Committee (SEAC) are open to the public. SEAC meetings are usually held the first Wednesday of the month during the school year. Meetings take place from noon to 2 pm at The Gord Ewin Centre for Education at Lo-Ellen Park Secondary School, 275 Loach’s Road in Sudbury (Howard Shecter Room). September 15, 2010 October 6, 2010 November 3, 2010 December 1, 2010 January 12, 2011

February 2, 2011 March 2, 2011 April 6, 2011 May 4, 2011 June 1, 2011

Please confirm meeting dates by calling 705.674.3171, ext. 7216.

Invitations to annual IPRC meetings are usually extended in early fall or spring.

Where can I find out more about special education or my child’s exceptionality? Your school can provide you with A Parent’s Guide to Special Education, a booklet produced by the Rainbow District School Board. The following websites will also be of interest: u www.rainbowschools.ca u www.edu.gov.on.ca

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Engaging students in new and innovative ways Student Success Teams

Co-op Opportunities

Each secondary school has a dedicated team that provides extra attention and support to students when needed. The Student Success Team works with school staff, students, parents/guardians, and the community to ensure more students in Rainbow Schools earn the credits they need to graduate.

in Early Childhood Education The Ontario Youth Apprenticeship Program (OYAP) will offer Co-op placement opportunities in early childhood education within Rainbow Schools. Students who wish to follow this apprenticeship pathway will be registered as Early Childhood Educator apprentices. The Rainbow District School Board will act as the sponsor. Students may also enroll in college delivered courses through distance education at no cost during the evenings to enhance their Early Childhood Educator work experience placements.

Expanded Co-op Credit

Students can now apply two Co-operative Education credits towards their compulsory graduation requirements. Rainbow Schools are developing stronger partnerships between education, business and community organizations in order to increase the number of Co-op and job placement opportunities for students.

OYAP

Registered Ontario Youth Apprenticeship Program (OYAP) apprentices may supplement their Co-op work experience placements with college delivered level one courses as part of their apprenticeship program. Opportunities may be available for those students registered as apprentice early childhood educators, developmental services workers, cooks/chefs, commercial vehicle and heavy duty equipment technicians, metal fabricator (fitter) and welders, and general carpenters.

Dual Credit Programs

Students can now earn credits that can be applied towards both their secondary school diploma and their postsecondary diploma, degree or apprenticeship certification. Rainbow District School Board is offering a number of Dual Credit Programs at Cambrian College:

Specialist High Skills Major

Rainbow District School Board offers Specialist High Skills Major (SHSM) programs in seven sectors: Arts and Culture, Business, Energy, Environment, Health and Wellness, Manufacturing and Mining. Each Specialist High Skills Major is a bundle of 8 to 10 courses in a selected field. Students learn on the job and can earn valuable industry certifications.

FALL 2010 u Exploring Art and Design u Exploring Surveying u Exploring Developmental Services u Exploring Early Childhood

Education

u Exploring Hospitality and Hotel

Management

u Exploring Travel and Tourism u Metal Fabricator (Fitter) and

Design and Technology for Grade 7 and 8 students

Welder – Common Core Level 1 Apprenticeship Program u Exploring Trades and Technology through Precision Measuring u Transition to College I – Adaptive Technology

A design and technology program was developed and launched with Grade 7 and 8 students at Lively District Secondary School and Chelmsford Valley District Composite School. Each Rainbow District School Board elementary school will have the opportunity to offer the program in all Grade 7 and 8 classrooms in 2010-2011.

WINTER 2011 u Transition to College 2 –

Computer Application and Assistive Technology u Apprenticeship Plus Chef Training Level 1 u Exploring Baking and Pastry Arts u College Connection u Commercial Vehicle and Heavy Equipment/Heavy Duty Level 1 Apprenticeship

u Global Positioning Systems (GPS)

and Geographic Information Systems (GIS) u General Carpenter Level 1 Apprenticeship u Exploring Health and Wellness u Exploring Theatre Arts Set Painting u Introduction to Health Sciences u Videography

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Grade 8 to 9 Transition

In Rainbow Schools, elementary and secondary teachers work together to ease the transition, through special open houses for students/parents, transition activities in secondary schools, more dialogue between teachers in both panels, increased professional learning to share best practices and improved tracking of students and their progress.

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Nine essential skills for learning and life A

ccording to Human Resources and Skills Development Canada, Nine Essential Skills provide the foundation for learning all other skills and enable people to evolve with their jobs and adapt to workplace change. These skills are used in nearly every occupation and throughout daily life in different ways and at different levels of complexity.

Reading Text

Thinking Skills

Document Use

Working with Others

The comprehension of text consisting of sentences and paragraphs

The use of labels, lists, signs, graphs, charts, tables, forms and other similar materials

Writing

The preparation of written materials for a variety of purposes

The process of evaluating ideas or information to reach a decision

Working with other employees to carry out tasks

Continuous Learning

Participating in an ongoing process of acquiring skills and knowledge

The use of any type of computerized technology

Student Success is inspiring success for all students in all pathways: independent living, work, apprenticeship, college and/or university. Every student learns differently. Now there are new ways for students to participate in secondary school and earn the credits they need to graduate.

Numeracy

For more information on how you can benefit from more opportunities to succeed, contact the Guidance Department.

Oral Communication The use of speech for a variety of purposes

Computer Use

Using numbers and thinking in quantitative terms to complete tasks

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Parental Involvement

Improves Student Achievement Students benefit. Schools flourish.

s a child’s first teacher, parents/guardians are important partners in the learning process. Your involvement in your child’s education gives you the opportunity to strengthen that partnership and to be part of a team dedicated to building collaborative learning environments for young people. When strong links are developed between home and school, students benefit and schools flourish. By supporting classroom lessons and reinforcing good behaviour, you will be making significant contributions to your child’s success inside and outside of the classroom. All of us in Rainbow Schools are committed to working in partnership with parents/guardians. We encourage you to take an active interest in your child’s education. The helpful hints and handy tips in this publication are designed to inform and inspire you to expand your roles as teachers, nurturers and mentors at home, at school and in the community.

Help your Child Succeed Be generous with praise

Observe your child carefully and comment on the things that are done well. When you see an area that needs improvement, find a positive way to talk about it with your child.

Encourage personal best

Help your child by encouraging him or her to do the best in school and at home. Remember, personal best does not mean perfect, and learning is not the same as high grades. Children, like adults, need the freedom to make mistakes and to learn from them.

Make learning a priority

Your attitude toward school attendance, education and involvement in the school makes a strong and lasting impression on your child. Show your child, by example, that learning is a priority.

Show interest in school work u Talk about school each day. u Ask to see class work. u Have your child read aloud to you. u Show appreciation for good efforts. u Read to and with your child

Offer suggestions for success

Help your child use the following strategies to improve performance in school: u Read the assignment when it is given. u Keep a list of new vocabulary. u Review notes before a test. u Proofread assignments to catch errors before writing a final draft.

Support 100% attendance

Some kinds of absences are unavoidable, but taking students out of school unnecessarily is disruptive for learning and reduces chances for success.

Help set goals

At the beginning of each term, help your child identify three or four goals. Put the goals where they can be frequently seen. (The refrigerator is always an excellent spot.) Make sure the goals are specific.

Get involved

new ideas and opinions.

Attend school activities such as open houses, parent/teacher interviews and school council meetings. When your children see you involved, they will also see education as a high priority. Encourage your child to join school clubs, teams or activities.

Schedule study time

Make direct contact with the school

from a variety of material.

u Encourage your child to discuss

Set up an area for homework away from noise and distractions. Post a family calendar that schedules school project deadlines, after-school activities, mid-term dates, exam periods and report card dates.

Try to make early and positive contact with your child’s teacher. Visit the school or phone your child’s teacher with any questions or concerns.

JOIN US…

for this FREE presentation for all parents/guardians

Allan Johnson

Parents as Partners Wednesday, October 13, 2010 Espanola High School – 7 pm Thursday, October 14, 2010 Sudbury Secondary School – 7 pm

Want to gain insight into the mind and behaviour of your children? Want to learn informative ideas on partnering with the school for student success? Mark your calendar and join us for this high-energy, interactive workshop for parents.

Board-wide events: u Aboriginal Youth Education Day

– October 4, 2010

u Take our Kids to Work Day (Grade 9)

– November 3, 2010

u Mock Trial Competition – January 10, 2011 u Technological Skills Competition

– March 2, 2011

u Elementary Science Fair – March 9, 2011 u Concours Franco-Rainbow

– March 31, 2011

u Sudbury Regional Science Fair

– April 9 and 10, 2011

u North Channel Science Fair – April 2011 u Math, Science and Technology Olympics

– April 14, 2011

u Envirothon – April 19, 2011 u Students Leading Students Conference

– April 19 and 20, 2011

u Earth Day – April 22, 2011 u Music Monday – May 2, 2011 u Education Week – May 2 to 6, 2011 u Sudbury Regional Heritage Fair

– May 5 and 6, 2011

u Elementary Entrepreneurship Fair

– June 2, 2011

Info at your fingertips

Volunteers Welcome Volunteers are an essential part of Rainbow school communities. Across the Board, volunteers participate in a wide range of activities that support student success and enhance the quality of Rainbow Schools. Good schools become that much better with the active participation of parents/guardians in special events, including school fairs, open houses and music, drama and sports activities.

Parents/guardians can access a wealth of information on the Rainbow District School Board’s website. To learn more about School Councils and the Parent Involvement Committee, visit rainbowschools.ca and click on the section for parents.

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Partners in Education

School Councils and the Parent Involvement Committee In Rainbow Schools, we believe that education is a shared responsibility between the home, the school and the community. Supportive parents, caring educators and active community members are partners in education working together for the benefit of children. We welcome and encourage the participation of our partners in education in our schools and on our parent organizations, including School Councils and the Board-wide Parent Involvement Committee (PIC).

What are School Councils?

School Councils are an important part of Rainbow Schools. Elected annually, they provide a forum through which members can contribute to improving student achievement and school performance. Working in an advisory capacity, School Councils provide input and make recommendations to the school Principal and the Board on a wide range of topics. Examples of areas that may require consultation with School Councils include school budgets, school renovation plans, provincial test results, student code of conduct and parental involvement. If you are a parent/guardian interested in joining the School Council at your child’s school, please complete a Self-Nomination Form and return it to the school Principal. If you know someone else who may be interested in joining the School Council, please complete the Candidate Nomination Form. Board staff and students interested in becoming involved in School Councils should contact the Principal of their school.

What is the Parent Involvement Committee?

The Parent Involvement Committee (PIC) enhances the learning environment for students by engaging parents in Rainbow Schools. The Parent Involvement Committee provides a regular opportunity for School Council members to network, share ideas, offer input and enjoy informative presentations on a number of education related topics throughout the school year. PIC makes parental engagement a priority by providing support on a system-wide basis and promoting dialogue between School Councils, the Board and members of the community.

What role can you play?

Participating on School Council is a rewarding experience for those who value the opportunity to improve student success and enhance school communities. By becoming involved, you will… u Be an important partner in education u Be a valued member of the school and school board community u Be a good role model u Contribute to the shared goal of ensuring continued excellence in education and the effective operation of schools u Have the opportunity to provide your input on school related topics u Have greater influence in education at the school, Board and provincial levels u Make a difference in the education of your child and other children in your community

The ABCs of parental partnerships

At home, at work or at school, there are many ways parents/guardians can contribute to their child’s education.

A - At Home

C - At School

rainbowschools.ca throughout the school year u Involve your child in daily activities such as banking and cooking

and programs for parents/guardians u Attend open houses, school fairs, school concerts and sports activities u Showcase your trade or profession at career fairs u Coach a sports team u Join a School Council u Attend a Parent Involvement Committee (PIC) meeting

u Work in collaboration with the school u Read to and with your child u Tutor your child and/or other students u Refer to “A Guide for Students and Parents” and

B - At Work

u Display your child’s work u Support job shadowing u Hire a summer student u Offer Co-op or OYAP placement opportunities u Organize workplace tours and visits

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u Volunteer to help out with school events u Take part in fundraising activities u Attend parent-teacher interviews u Support the school’s special presentations

Parent Involvement Committee The Parent Involvement Committee (PIC) provides a forum for School Council members in Rainbow Schools to network, share ideas and provide input. Each School Council will appoint a parent member to attend a minimum of one Parent Involvement Committee meeting during the school year.

Schedule of Meetings and Topics (All meetings begin at 7 pm.) Tuesday, September 14, 2010 Early Learning Board Office, 69 Young Street, Sudbury

Tuesday, October 12, 2010 Nutrition Standards in Schools Board Office, 69 Young Street, Sudbury

Tuesday, November 9, 2010

Annual General Meeting and Orientation Session / School Council Displays Lockerby Composite School, 1390 Ramsey View Court, Sudbury

Tuesday, December 14, 2010 Community Use of Schools and the Positive Parenting Program Board Office, 69 Young Street, Sudbury

Tuesday, January 11, 2011

Accommodation Review Process Board Office, 69 Young Street, Sudbury

Tuesday, February 8, 2011

Special Education Board Office, 69 Young Street, Sudbury

Tuesday, March 8, 2011

Assessment and Evaluation (Report Cards/Homework/EQAO) Board Office, 69 Young Street, Sudbury

Tuesday, April 12, 2011

School Council Appreciation Evening Specialist High Skills Major Programs Dual Credit Programs Ontario Youth Apprenticeship Program Lockerby Composite School, 1390 Ramsey View Court, Sudbury

Tuesday, May 10, 2011

School Council Appreciation Evening Specialist High Skills Major Programs Dual Credit Programs Ontario Youth Apprenticeship Program A.B. Ellis Public School, 128 Park Street, Espanola

Tuesday, June 7, 2011

Working meeting to establish the PIC schedule for 2011-2012 Board Office, 69 Young Street, Sudbury For more information about the Parent Involvement Committee, talk to your school Principal, visit rainbowschools.ca or phone 705.674.3171, ext. 7217. Sharina Appanna, Chair of the Parent Involvement Committee, can be reached at 705.523.6292 or sx_appanna@laurentian.ca.

Contact your child’s school for more information.

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Making the Transition

Finding your way from Grade 8 to Grade 9 Tuesday, November 16, 2010

7 pm to 8:30 pm • Cambrian College Student Centre • 1400 Barrydowne Road Free parking on site in Lot # 15 next to the Student Centre.

arents/guardians and students in Grades 7 and 8 are invited to an interactive information session designed to help students make key decisions in the transition from elementary school to secondary school. All students are welcome to participate along with their parents/guardians, regardless of which elementary school they currently attend. This free information session will focus on the changes, challenges and choices students face as they enter high school. A number of topics will be explored, including how to read timetables, how to choose courses and programs, how to ease into a new school environment, what resources are available, skills students need to be successful, and helpful tips. Information will be provided for all pathways – independent living, work, apprenticeship, college and university. In addition to a presentation, those who attend will be able to tour booths and talk to staff about programs such as Co-operative Education.

French Immersion/Core French Secondary School Info Soirée

Tuesday, November 23, 2010

7 pm to 8:30 pm • Collège Boréal Amphitheatre • 21 Lasalle Boulevard

It’s a must-read for all students making the transition from Grade 8 to Grade 9. You will also be able to follow our transition team in a dynamic video. To access the guide online, visit rainbowschools.ca. Click on the parents section.

Rainbow District School Board will also present a French Immersion/ Core French Secondary School Info Soirée. This will be an opportunity for students and parents/guardians to learn more about French as a Second Language opportunities available in Rainbow Secondary Schools. Open doors for your future! There are many benefits to learning a second language.

“Your

This guide for students and parents will be distributed at the information session.

future

begins here!”

OSSD • options • course codes • timetables • semesters • school life • tips • career choices Reaching minds. Touching hearts.

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Green is part of our Rainbow and so are you! W ith a focus on the environment, the economy and a just, humane, democratic, respectful society, Rainbow Schools have made tremendous progress in their efforts to Go Green/Visez Vert. Fostering a culture of conservation, implementing green technology, encouraging eco-friendly practices, and developing global citizens who care about the world in which they live have made Rainbow Schools leaders in education for sustainable development. The Sustainability in Rainbow Schools publication is available on the Board’s website.

To learn more, visit rainbowschools.ca/GoGreen

Renewal of Sudbury Secondary School

The renewal of Sudbury Secondary School began in September 2008 with the revitalization of the A wing which runs along Mackenzie Street, including a displacement ventilation system, new energy efficient washrooms, lighting and boilers, new state-of-the-art science labs, a family studies area, sewing room, weight room, computer labs and cafeteria. An addition accommodates change rooms adjoining a newly renovated gymnasium.

Construction of the new arts wing began in June 2010 and is scheduled to be complete by September 2011. The new arts wing will have modern music rooms and studios for dance, drama, visual arts, photography and media arts. The arts wing will also house a new library, wood shops, auto shops and administration offices. This part of the building will be connected to the Sheridan Auditorium, which is also being upgraded as part of the school renewal project. Demolition of the B and C wings, which run along Baker and College Streets, will occur over the winter of 2011.

Renewal of Princess Anne Public School

The renewal of Princess Anne Public School began in May 2010 and is scheduled to be complete in the fall of 2011. The school is being upgraded with a displacement ventilation system as well as new energy efficient washrooms, boilers and lighting. A two-storey addition of approximately 31,000 square feet will house a new gymnasium, the Early Learning Program, a music room and six classrooms. The building has been designed to accommodate solar panels in the future to offset energy costs. When complete, the school will provide excellence in education to students from the Early Learning Program to Grade 8 from Princess Anne Public School and Wembley Public School, including students from Wembley’s Intensive Support Programs.

Green Schools in the spotlight Walden Public School

Valley View Public School

The Rainbow District School Board’s second green school will be showcased at an international conference on sustainability. Walden Public School has been selected as one of the poster projects for a presentation on Canada’s most environmentally advanced buildings at Sustainable Buildings 2011 to be held in Helsinki, Finland from October 18 to 21, 2011.

Rainbow District School Board’s first green school is among the top performing schools in Canada. Valley View Public School, which opened in the fall of 2007, ranked third on the Enerlife 2008 List of Top Energy Performing Schools. On average, top performing schools use 40 per cent less energy. Forty school boards and more than 400 schools were included in the 2008 dataset.

Walden Public School features a geothermal heating and cooling system, displacement ventilation, energy efficient fixtures, superior windows providing additional natural lighting, floor and roof insulation, occupancy sensors, waterless urinals, state-of-the-art technology, a 20 kilowatt wind turbine and solar panels. The goal is to build a carbon neutral facility, where the energy that is used is equal to the energy that is produced. Reaching minds. Touching hearts.

Go green features at Valley View Public School include geothermal heating and cooling systems, radiant floor heating, displacement ventilation, occupancy sensors, waterless urinals, sun screening devices and a wetland biofilter to remediate sanitary waste. These features protect the natural environment, provide a healthy place to learn, and reduce energy consumption and operating expenses.

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Peanut-safe Schools Anaphylaxis Alert! Communities Working Together To Protect Our Children

any children have allergies. Some allergic reactions can be life threatening. This medical condition is called anaphylaxis. Some children, for example, are severely allergic to nut products, including peanut butter. Even a tiny bit can be fatal within minutes. Rainbow District School Board promotes co-operation towards peanut-safe schools.

However, we cannot guarantee a nut-free environment. We caution parents/guardians of an anaphylactic child that traces of nut products can be hidden. Students can fail to recognize they have nut products in their lunches, and/or students may not admit that they have nut products.

Please contact your school Principal as soon as possible. If you are a parent/guardian of a child with a life-threatening allergy, we need your co-operation in providing the school with current medical information and in developing a plan with your child’s Principal to protect your child from danger. Please also contact the Sudbury Student Services Consortium at 705.521.1234 and alert your child’s bus driver of your child’s condition.

Avoiding Peanuts in Schools We encourage all parents/guardians to send foods to school without nuts or nut products. u www.aaia.ca u www.allergyasthma.on.ca u www.foodallergy.org u

www.anaphylaxis.org

TIPS for Packing

Peanut-safe lunches and snacks READ all ingredient lists very carefully. Although some food product labels note “may contain traces of peanuts”, this information is not consistently provided by all manufacturers. RE-CHECK the list each time you buy a product to make sure that the ingredients have not changed. If you have questions about the product, contact the manufacturer directly. If you cannot contact the manufacturer, do not purchase the product. AVOID any products that do not carry a complete list of ingredients (e.g. on-site bakery

and bulk food products). As well, there is a much greater risk for cross-contamination with bulk food products. “Safe foods” become “unsafe” through contact with peanuts or peanut products. Keep this in mind when buying foods from bulk bins.

PREPARE FOOD SAFELY. Wash hands thoroughly and make sure that all cutting boards, food preparation utensils, counter tops and containers are clean and sanitized. Peanut residue can easily be passed on to other foods during preparation (e.g. don’t dip the knife used to spread peanut butter in the jelly jar). TEACH children to wash their hands and faces well with soap and water before and after eating meals, both at home and at school. Remind them not to share their lunch and snack foods, utensils or food containers with classmates. WORK with your school community to create a peanut-safe environment.

School Lunch and Snack Ideas A well-balanced lunch should contain at least three of the four food groups from Canada’s Food Guide to Healthy Eating. Snacks should contain at least two of the four food groups. Mix and match from each column to plan a nutritious lunch or snack! Grain Products

Vegetables and Fruits

Milk Products

Meat and Alternatives

Plain cooked rice Couscous Pasta, Breads, Bagels Rolls and buns Pita bread Flour tortilla Crackers, Melba toast Pizza crust, flatbread Breadsticks English muffins Breakfast cereal Muffins

Fresh fruit and fruit salads Canned fruit in juice Fruit juices and fruit blends Dried fruits Raw, cooked and canned vegetables Vegetable-based salads (e.g. tossed, coleslaw, potato salad) Vegetable or tomato juice Vegetable-based soups Salsa

Milk – skim, 1%, 2% Soy, rice beverages Yogurt, yogurt tubes Block cheese Cottage cheese Cheese strings Milk-based cream soups Milk pudding Custard Processed cheese slices

Hard boiled eggs Cold meats (e.g. chicken, roast beef, ham, turkey) Deli meats (e.g. roast beef, ham, turkey, pastrami) Leftover meatloaf, meatballs, pizza, chili Cooked lentils, chickpeas, beans Water-packed tuna or salmon Back bacon Ground beef, turkey, chicken Canned baked beans

ALWAYS read ingredient lists very carefully.

PACK FOOD SAFELY! Using a wide-mouth thermos, add piping hot foods and close the lid tightly. A small freezer pack or frozen juice box will help keep cold lunch and snack items safe inside an insulated lunch bag. This fact sheet is provided for information purposes only and is not intended to replace medical advice. If you have questions about a child’s allergy, please speak to the child’s physician. This information was produced by the Dietitians/Nutritionists of the Sudbury & District Health Unit.

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About our logo

Alternative Programs

The symbol

The apple is a long-standing emblem of the relationship between teacher and learner. The rainbow carved out of the apple and the series of pathways in the form of rainbows reflect the essence of Rainbow Schools - leaders in learning inspiring success for all students. Students enter Rainbow Schools in Kindergarten and journey forward towards their destination of choice - independent living, work, apprenticeship, college and/or university. The pathways continue into infinity, a symbol of lifelong learning and learning for life. The three lines that form the stem of the apple represent the Board’s vast geographic coverage area (Sudbury • Espanola • Manitoulin), the levels of learning (Elementary • Secondary • Continuing Education), and the programs offered (English • Core French • French Immersion). The parallel lines illustrate equality and diversity in public education - the foundation for a democratic, prosperous, humane, just and respectful society.

The colour

Alta Cambrian

The logo is two variations of blue. The symbol, a vibrant and versatile sky blue, provides a perfect canvas for the stylized rainbows. The word mark, a traditional and timeless navy blue, offers maximum legibility for Rainbow Schools. The colours of the rainbow come to life through the integration of four additional colours – red and yellow (primary colours) and purple and green (secondary colours.)

The slogan

The slogan captures the Rainbow District School Board’s mission – to provide quality programs (reaching minds) and character education (touching hearts), which enable students in Rainbow Schools to maximize their potential and fulfill their aspirations. Quality programs ensure student success in all pathways. Character education builds good citizens who can lead us into the future.

Student Accident Insurance Rainbow District School Board does not provide accident insurance coverage for student injuries that occur on school premises or during school activities.

Accidents can and do happen.

Some injuries result in medical, dental or other expenses that are not covered by provincial health care or employer group plans. As a parent or guardian, you become responsible for these expenses. Rainbow District School Board has an Accident and Life Insurance Program available for students. Participation in this program is voluntary and the costs are to be paid by the parent or guardian. For your convenience, Rainbow District School Board has arranged a Student Accident Insurance Policy exclusively through Reliable Life Insurance Company. This program offers a variety of plans and benefits at affordable prices. Benefits include: dental expenses (resulting from an accident), total and permanent disability, paralysis/loss of use, special disability benefits and death benefits. If your child participates in co-curricular activities or activities outside the school day, there is a plan tailored to your needs. All rates are one-time annual premiums. Family rates for three or more children are also offered. The insurance agreement is between you and Reliable Life Insurance Company. If you wish to subscribe, apply directly online at www.insuremykids.com. Any questions should be directed to Reliable Life Insurance Company toll free at 1.800.463.KIDS (5437).

Alta Cambrian is designed to support students, aged 17 and 18, who will benefit from a small class learning environment and who have not been successful in a secondary school setting. This program is being offered in partnership with Cambrian College. The alternative setting, with small class size and individualized curriculum, will focus on individualized programming designed to meet student needs. Students will earn credits, build social skills, and develop links to community college programs including Dual Credits. Students will also have access to Youth Employment Services through which they can explore pathways to work, apprenticeship, college and university. The program will encourage students to stay in school or find viable employment. Students in the Rainbow District School Board can obtain more information about this program through their home school Principal.

Alta Bancroft Alta Bancroft is an alternative program for secondary school students (ages 14 to 16) who will benefit from a small class learning environment and who have not been successful in a regular secondary school setting. Students will receive assistance to develop personal, interpersonal and academic skills. The non-traditional, structured program will support students and encourage them to make positive life choices. The ultimate goal is to enable students to develop the skills that will allow them to reintegrate into their home school to complete their studies. Students in the Rainbow District School Board can obtain more information about this program through their home school Principal.

Alternative Program Elementary This program gives students in Grades 6 to 8 an opportunity to develop the personal, interpersonal and academic skills that, in the past, have prevented them from succeeding in a regular school program. Student attendance, with consistent participation, is a primary goal of the program. Teacher instruction will focus on improving language, mathematics and learning strategies. Students will develop appropriate behaviour and life skills, including responsibility, positive attitudes and respect for self and others, that will lead to their re-integration into regular academic programs.

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Important Dates

First Semester

Attention Parents/Guardians

Please ensure your child is at school to write these important provincial assessments administered by the Education Quality and Accountability Office.

Assessments

Primary EQAO Assessment Junior EQAO Assessment (reading, writing and math) Grade 9 math EQAO Assessment

Literacy Test Ontario Secondary School Literacy Test

Written during the weeks of May 30 to June 9, 2011 June 3 to June 9, 2011

Semester One January 6 to January 21, 2011 Semester Two June 2 to June 17, 2011

Written on

To find out if schools are closed or buses are operating, please listen to the radio. Every attempt will be made to announce class cancellations on the various radio stations by 7 am. When classes are cancelled, Rainbow District School Board staff are expected to report to work when it is safe for them to do so. In extreme conditions, there may not be anyone present to receive students upon their arrival. It’s important for parents/guardians to note that students will only be admitted to school when accompanied by a teacher or other person authorized by the Principal. So please listen to the radio in the event of inclement weather. If classes are cancelled, please do not bring your child to school. Reaching minds. Touching hearts.

February 3, 2011 to June 30, 2011

Examination Days Secondary School

Please Note:

Parents are asked to note examination dates and avoid scheduling vacations during this period.

Information Sessions and Open Houses in Rainbow Secondary Schools will give students and their parents/ guardians an opportunity to ask questions and explore options. All Grade 8 students and their parents/ guardians are invited to participate in these evening sessions, regardless of which elementary school students currently attend. Confederation Secondary School........................................................................................ January 12, 2011 Sudbury Secondary School................................................................................................... January 12, 2011 Lo-Ellen Park Secondary School......................................................................................... February 9, 2011 Lively District Secondary School......................................................................................... February 10, 2011 Chelmsford Valley District Composite School................................................................ February 15, 2011 Lasalle Secondary School....................................................................................................... February 16, 2011 Lockerby Composite School................................................................................................. February 17, 2011 Manitoulin Secondary School.............................................................................................. February 23, 2011 Espanola High School............................................................................................................ March 1, 2011 Please contact schools for start times.

In the interest of the safety and well-being of staff and students, classes will be cancelled when weather conditions warrant such action.

Second Semester

January 27 to February 2, 2011 June 23 to June 29, 2011

March 31, 2011

Secondary School Open Houses

Inclement Weather

September 1, 2010 to February 2, 2011

Secondary School

Successful completion of the OSSLT is a graduation requirement in secondary schools. For more information, visit www.eqao.com

In the event of inclement weather listen to the radio for cancellation of buses and classes or visit www.businfo.ca.

Secondary School

Transportation Working in partnership with the four area school boards, the Sudbury Student Services Consortium oversees the transportation of close to 22,000 students on 428 buses daily in the Greater Sudbury area, Espanola and Manitoulin. For more information about transportation, including student eligibility and bus cancellation procedures, please call the Sudbury Student Services Consortium at 705.521.1234 or toll free at 1.877.225.1196 (from 7 am to 5 pm, Monday through Friday), email trans@businfo.ca or visit www.businfo.ca.

If schools are open but buses are cancelled and you drop your child off, please remember that you must pick your child up at the end of the day. For school bus cancellations and school closures, visit rainbowschools.ca and click on Transportation under Highlights.

Professional Activity Days September 2, 2010 October 1, 2010 November 19, 2010

January 21, 2011 June 10, 2011 June 30, 2011

Board Meetings

Board meetings are open to the public. Meetings are usually held at the Board Office, 69 Young Street in Sudbury, on Mondays beginning at 6 pm. Please confirm location and start time by calling 705.674.3171, ext. 7254 or visit our website rainbowschools.ca.

Schedule of Meetings September 20, 2010 October 18, 2010 November 15, 2010 December 13, 2010 January 17, 2011 February 22, 2011 March 21, 2011 April 18, 2011 May 16, 2011 June 20, 2011

If you would like inclement weather notices emailed to you, please contact the Sudbury Student Services Consortium at trans@businfo.ca

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Christmas/Mid-Winter Break

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Rainbow District School Board – 2010-2011 School Year

Sudbury | Espanola | Manitoulin

ELEMENTARY SCHOOLS - SUDBURY AREA School

Adamsdale Public School Alexander Public School (FI) Algonquin Road Public School C.R. Judd Public School Carl A. Nesbitt Public School (FI) Chelmsford Public School (FI & EP) Chelmsford Valley District C.S. (Grade 7 & 8) Churchill Public School Copper Cliff Public School Cyril Varney Public School Ernie Checkeris Public School (FI) Lansdowne Public School (FI & EP) Larchwood Public School Levack Public School (FI & EP) Lively District Secondary School (Grade 7 & 8) Long Lake Public School MacLeod Public School Markstay Public School Monetville Public School Northeastern Elementary School (FI & EP) Pinecrest Public School Princess Anne Public School Queen Elizabeth Public School R.H. Murray Public School R.L. Beattie Public School (FI) Redwood Acres Public School Valley View Public School (FI) Walden Public School (FI & EP) Wanup Public School Wembley Public School Westmount Avenue Public School (FI)

Principal

Dawn Chew Jacques Mantha Bob Deeth Michael Bellrose Terry Moss Pam DeMarco Mike Mirka Dave Farrow Chris Bourré Ron Hodkinson Terry Moss Chantal Lacroix Trevor Dewitt Jack Mallette Leslie Mantle Bob Deeth Michelle Walton Stephen Winckel Paula Mackey Kathy Wachnuk Randy Wallingford Colleen McDonald Gisèle Sivret Danielle Williamson Paul Dupont Susan Cousineau Gisèle LaLonde Lesley Fisher Cathy Nursall Colleen McDonald Denise Goodmurphy

SECONDARY SCHOOLS - SUDBURY AREA School

Chelmsford Valley District C.S. (FI & EP) Bilingual Trades Program Confederation Secondary School (FI & EP) Lasalle Secondary School (FI & EP) Lively District Secondary School School of Integrated Technology Lockerby Composite School (FI & EP) Science Technology Education Program Lo-Ellen Park Secondary School (FI & EP) International Baccalaureate Program Sudbury Secondary School (FI & EP) Arts Education Program

A.B. Ellis Public School S. Geiger Public School Webbwood Public School

Telephone

Pablo Gil-Alfau Jeff McKibbon Leslie Mantle

705.671.5948 705.566.2280 705.692.3671

Heather Gaffney

705.522.1750

Craig Runciman

705.522.2320

Paul Camillo

705.674.7551

Mike Mirka

Principal

Lynn MacDonell Kendra Mihell Kendra Mihell

SECONDARY SCHOOL - ESPANOLA AREA School

Espanola High School

705.566.6020 705.675.5961 705.522.3171 705.671.5953 705.566.3935 705.671.5945 705.675.0225 705.566.5130 705.682.4721 705.566.2424 705.566.7610 705.675.6451 705.671.5944 705.671.5943 705.692.3671 705.522.6168 705.522.8040 705.671.5946 705.898.2785 705.675.0204 705.675.0200 705.673.6516 705.675.6198 705.671.5942 705.522.7178 705.675.0202 705.671.5956 705.692.3602 705.522.2671 705.673.1381 705.566.1770

Principal

ELEMENTARY SCHOOLS - ESPANOLA AREA School

Telephone

Principal

Marty Punkari

705.675.0225

Telephone

705.869.1651 705.865.2052 705.869.3751

Assiginack Public School Central Manitoulin Public School Charles C. McLean Public School Little Current Public School

Principal

Wayne Murdock Tracey Chapman Anna Armstrong Jamie Mohamed

School

Manitoulin Secondary School

Principal

Laurie Zahnow

ELEMENTARY SCHOOL - SHINING TREE School

M.W. Moore Public School

Principal

John Capin

SECONDARY SCHOOL - SHINING TREE School

M.W. Moore Secondary School

Principal

John Capin

Telephone

705.368.7000

Telephone

705.263.2038

Telephone

705.263.2038

OTHER SCHOOLS, PROGRAMS AND SERVICES School/Program/Service

Principal/Contact

Telephone

Alternative Program Elementary Iva McNair 705.674.1221 Alta Cambrian Paul Camillo 705.674.7551 Alta Bancroft Paul Camillo 705.524.5490 Cecil Facer Secondary School Linda Mende 705.522.0196 Continuing Education Centre Gloria Trudel 705.675.5481 Co-operative Education Linda Urisk 705.688.0888 First Nation, Métis and Inuit Education Katherine Dokis-Ranney 705.671.5940 Frank Flowers School Program Linda Mende 705.524.3354 Gatchell School Iva McNair 705.674.1221 N’Swakamok Native Alternative School Paul Camillo 705.674.2128 Ontario Youth Apprenticeship Program Sharon Orlak 705.688.0888 Program Lisa Piquette 705.523.3308 Restart Program Kim Proulx 705.671.5941 Ruth MacMillan Centre Iva McNair 705.675.9193 ext. 8263 Special Education Programs/Services Margaret Stringer 705.523.3308 Student Success Judy Noble 705.523.3308 Educational Media Centre 705.675.3028 The Gord Ewin Centre for Education 705.523.3308 Transportation Inquiries 705.521.1234 (Sudbury Student Services Consortium) Toll Free: 1.877.225.1196 For bus cancellations, visit rainbowschools.ca and click on Transportation. FI - These schools offer the French Immersion Program. FI & EP - These schools offer the French Immersion as well as the English Program. All other schools offer the English Program.

TRUSTEES

Tyler Campbell – Chair Doreen Dewar – Vice-Chair Grace Fox Gord Santala Ruth Ward Dena Morrison Judy Hunda Larry Killens Jeanna Miller Sloan Boyd – Student Trustee

Sudbury, Area 2 Sudbury, Area 5 First Nations Sudbury, Area 1 Sudbury, Area 3 Sudbury, Area 4 Sudbury, Area 6 Manitoulin, Area 7 Espanola, Area 8

705.674.6040 705.682.9449 705.377.4615 705.866.5229 705.897.6787 705.693.0484 705.671.1640 705.859.2371 705.869.2282

Telephone

705.869.1590

ELEMENTARY SCHOOLS - MANITOULIN ISLAND School

SECONDARY SCHOOL - MANITOULIN ISLAND

Telephone

705.368.7010 705.368.7005 705.368.7015 705.368.2932

ADMINISTRATION

Board Office Norm Blaseg Diane Cayen-Arnold Bruce Bourget Ada Della Penta Lesleigh Dye Sharon Speir Nicole Charette

705.674.3171 Director of Education Superintendent of Business Superintendent of Schools Superintendent of Schools Superintendent of Schools Superintendent of Schools Senior Advisor Corporate Communications and Strategic Planning

Toll Free: 1.888.421.2661 ext. 7254 ext. 7254 ext. 7213 ext. 7216 ext. 7213 ext. 7216 ext. 7217