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<title>Track and Field Team Shines</title>

<description><![CDATA[May 15 and 16, Parkside Collegiate, St. Thomas. &nbsp;Wildcat Track and Field athletes had an excellent showing at the Tri-County championships with 10 athletes qualifying for WOSSA next week. &nbsp;The team was led by Chase Konecny who captured Gold in the Senior Boys 400m, 400m Hurdles and 200m. &nbsp;Chase was recognized as the top senior boy individual athlete in Elgin, Middlesex and Oxford Counties. &nbsp;Zach Katerenchuk and Emma DeWit also captured Tri-County silver medals.The coaches are very proud of this diverse group of athletes. &nbsp;West Elgin will be sending sprinters, distance ... (Continued)]]></description>

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<pubDate>Wed, 16 May 2012 23:22:51 EST</pubDate>
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<title>Family Fun Fair and Auction Update</title>

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A HUGE THANK YOU TO THE TRUDEAU AND ST. THOMAS COMMUNITY for the generous donations you have contributed to the auction - almost $3000 worth to date!!

Some highlights:

- Rock Climbing Family Package @ Fleetway Bowling
- Gourmet Dinner for Two catered by James Meadows
- Leafs puck autographed by JONAS GUSTAVSSON
- St. Thomas Fire Department's Antique Fire Truck at your next event!]]></description>

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<pubDate>Wed, 16 May 2012 15:13:19 EST</pubDate>
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<title>Asbestos Abatement</title>

<description><![CDATA[Attached below, please find the letter sent home regarding&nbsp;the Asbestos Abatement which will begin on May 25th.]]></description>

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<pubDate>Wed, 16 May 2012 14:56:42 EST</pubDate>
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<title>Lunch Lady Comes to Nicholas Wilson</title>

<description><![CDATA[You can order online or use the paper forms sent home.
Click here for the direct link!]]></description>

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<pubDate>Wed, 16 May 2012 13:01:25 EST</pubDate>
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<title>Community Garage Sale for Muungano Foundation - May 26, 2012</title>

<description><![CDATA[Muungano: Partners for Education in Africainvites you to our bi-annual
COMMUNITY GARAGE SALESaturday, May 26, 2012@ Rona Wonderland Rd. NORTHfrom 8:00 a.m&nbsp;- 2:00 p.m.All proceeds are for our Special Needs school in North Maragoli KenyaThank you for your generosity and your support!&nbsp;]]></description>

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<pubDate>Wed, 16 May 2012 11:57:24 EST</pubDate>
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<title>ROSSARAMA!</title>

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Sir George Ross Secondary School's ROSSARAMA is Wed. May 16th from 2:30 till 5:30 .
Baked goods, meal entrees, meat cuts from our own meat cutting program, metal art, woodworking projects, flower arrangements and bedding plants ( just in time for the long weekend) Our school council is also hosting a BBQ. Come early for best selection.]]></description>

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<pubDate>Wed, 16 May 2012 08:25:01 EST</pubDate>
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<title>Parent Council Information for May!</title>

<description><![CDATA[Click the link below for Parent Council information for May.]]></description>

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<pubDate>Wed, 16 May 2012 03:09:31 EST</pubDate>
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<title>Grade 8s sing 'LEAN ON ME'</title>

<description><![CDATA[http://youtu.be/p-eWy5zsdNI&nbsp;&nbsp; Check out this video of our Grade 8s!!!!]]></description>

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<pubDate>Tue, 15 May 2012 14:53:12 EST</pubDate>
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<title>Guitar Club performs "Don't Stop Believin"</title>

<description><![CDATA[Go to http://youtu.be/8Z3En23bj0w
Our Guitar Club entertained us at the May Assembly with their rendition of "Don't Stop Believing"!]]></description>

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<pubDate>Tue, 15 May 2012 14:42:41 EST</pubDate>
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<title>Thames Valley schools help unite the nations</title>

<description><![CDATA[Monday, May 14, 2012 – Students from the Thames Valley District School Board will use the power of the Internet to cross international borders with thousands of students around the world – without leaving their desks. 
The International Time Project is a United Nations-sponsored 24-hour learning marathon during which schools from all time zones and both hemispheres will be simultaneously online.
Currently, 40 schools in 20 different countries are signed on to participate, including Lord Elgin Public School in London, which will defend its second place showing.
“We see this as a tremendous o... (Continued)]]></description>

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<pubDate>Tue, 15 May 2012 13:29:25 EST</pubDate>
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<title>Grade 8 Graduation</title>

<description><![CDATA[As the end of the school year draws near, graduation becomes a very important and exciting topic for our Grade 8 students!&nbsp; Graduation ceremonies are Wednesday, June 27 at 6:00 p.m. at Westminster Secondary School.&nbsp; Please read the file below for further information and there is also a copy of the permission form to participate.]]></description>

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<pubDate>Tue, 15 May 2012 12:47:47 EST</pubDate>
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<title>Track and Field 2012</title>

<description><![CDATA[NW held our sixth annual track and field meet on Friday May 11th.&nbsp; We had a great day that showcased the athletic talent here at NW.&nbsp; For students that have qualified the forms that must be returned have been handed out.&nbsp; The links below will help if the forms have been misplaced.
Athletic Form
2012 Track Permission Form]]></description>

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<pubDate>Tue, 15 May 2012 11:08:33 EST</pubDate>
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<title>Thames Secondary School News - May 18</title>

<description><![CDATA[Holiday - Monday May 21, 2012
We wish everyone a happy and safe holiday weekend. School resumes on Tuesday, May 22, 2012.
School Dance - Friday May 25, 2012 - PM
Our last regular school dance of this year will be held on Friday May 25 in the afternoon. Students who choose not to attend the dance will have a choice of other activities.
LONDON SECONDARY AND VOCATIONAL PROGRAM ACCOMMODATION REVIEW COMMITTEE
The&nbsp;next formal ARC meeting will be on Thursday&nbsp;May 30&nbsp;at&nbsp;Clarke Road Secondary School. There will be a tour of the school at 6:15 pm and the meeting will begin at 7:0... (Continued)]]></description>

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<pubDate>Tue, 15 May 2012 09:51:25 EST</pubDate>
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<title>Montcalm Advanced Placement Information Night</title>

<description><![CDATA[Montcalm is hosting an
Advanced Placement 
Information Night


Are you motivated, curious, hard working and eager for&nbsp;accelerated learning experiences?

Do you want to be better prepared for university?
&nbsp;
Then come to Montcalm’s AP Information Night to find out about Advanced Placement (AP) Exams. 
Starting next school year, with year-long teacher support, Montcalm students will have the opportunity to write&nbsp;Advanced Placement Exams in biology and calculus.
Parents and students in grades 8-12 are invited to attend.
Tuesday, May 15th
7:00 -7:30 p.m.
auditorium of&nb... (Continued)]]></description>

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<pubDate>Tue, 15 May 2012 08:19:12 EST</pubDate>
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<title>Beal adds Sports Specialist High Skills Major</title>

<description><![CDATA[We are pleased to announce the creation of the Specialist High Skills Major (SHSM)&nbsp;in Sports.&nbsp; The new program will begin in&nbsp;September 2012.&nbsp; Check out the Sports SHSM webpage for more information on the program and how to apply.]]></description>

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<pubDate>Mon, 14 May 2012 14:21:20 EST</pubDate>
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<title>Students Requesting Use of Alternate Bus Stops for 2012-2013</title>

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The policies and procedures regarding the use of alternate bus stops are available online at http://www.mybigyellowbus.ca/index.asp. (Section Two, Eligibility)
STS accepts requests for the use of an alternate bus stop locationannually between May 15 and June 15 for the next school year.&nbsp; Please open the attachments below for more information.]]></description>

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<pubDate>Mon, 14 May 2012 14:09:48 EST</pubDate>
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<title>Character Assembly NEW DATE- May 30, 2:20 p.m.</title>

<description><![CDATA[Due to the Regional Track &amp; Field our Character Assembly has been moved to May 30th at 2:20 p.m.]]></description>

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<pubDate>Mon, 14 May 2012 09:54:05 EST</pubDate>
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<title>Media asked to respect privacy of students and staff at Oliver Stephens Public School</title>

<description><![CDATA[Monday, May 14, 2012 – The Thames Valley District School Board asks the media to respect the privacy of students and staff at Oliver Stephens Public School in Woodstock, where Tori Stafford was a student.
“Tori’s loss was a traumatic event for the entire community,” said Superintendent Mary Ellen Smith. “But it was particularly distressing for students and staff at Oliver Stephens.”
Difficult memories were no doubt raised throughout the community by intense media coverage of recent court proceedings. The presence of the news media near the school will only add to the anxieties of the young p... (Continued)]]></description>

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<pubDate>Mon, 14 May 2012 09:52:42 EST</pubDate>
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<title>Track &amp; Field - Tuesday, May 15, 2012 - See the attached schedule</title>

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<pubDate>Mon, 14 May 2012 09:50:20 EST</pubDate>
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<title>May 27 Football/Volleyball cancelled</title>

<description><![CDATA[The Football/Volleyball skills camp to be held at Medway for all Grade 7 &amp; 8 students has been cancelled.]]></description>

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<pubDate>Mon, 14 May 2012 09:00:39 EST</pubDate>
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<title>Once Upon A Lily Pad</title>

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"Once Upon a Lily Pad"
Featuring all students in Grades 1, 2 and 3.


When:&nbsp; Thursday, June 7th -- two shows -- 1:00 p.m. and 6:30 p.m.



Don't miss it. Clear your calendars. Mark your calendars.
Donations will be accepted at the door for a fund dedicated to playground equipment for our primary children. ]]></description>

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<pubDate>Mon, 14 May 2012 08:53:15 EST</pubDate>
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<title>Students Requesting Use of Alternate Bus Stops for 2012-13</title>

<description><![CDATA[Please read the attached file carefully for information about requesting alternate bus stops for next school year. Please note the deadlines.]]></description>

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<pubDate>Mon, 14 May 2012 08:03:27 EST</pubDate>
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<title>Volunteer Luncheon</title>

<description><![CDATA[You’re invited to our Volunteer Celebration!

When: Tuesday, May 15th
Time: 11:30 PM -12:45 PM
Where: Pierre Elliott Trudeau F.I.
Activity Room
Snacks and refreshments will be served.

Please RSVP by Monday, May 14th
to Mme Centeno at e.centeno@tvdsb.on.ca 
or by returning this invitation, with your name on it, to the school.
Thank you!]]></description>

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<pubDate>Mon, 14 May 2012 07:58:10 EST</pubDate>
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<title>Help Donate to the Centennial Celebration Penny Sale and Silent  Auction</title>

<description><![CDATA[Donations are needed for the Centennial Celebration Penny Sale and Silent Auction.We are pleased to announce that on the day of the Centennial Open House, we will be holding a silent and "penny" auction. On Saturday May 12, while you are browsing the "Remember When" rooms and enjoying tasty treats, check out the auction in the gymnasium.Why a silent and "penny" auction?To help raise money to improve resources for student learning.What you can do to help!Donations are needed! Please complete the attached form if you are able to donate an item.For Those Interested in Donating an ItemItems may be... (Continued)]]></description>

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<pubDate>Sun, 13 May 2012 20:58:30 EST</pubDate>
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<title>Credit Cap - 4 year High School Program</title>

<description><![CDATA[As you may have heard, a cap of 34 credits was announced in the Ontario 2012 budget. Several questions have arisen after this announcement. &nbsp;The Ministry of Education has put together a Q&amp;A sheet to help answer some of these questions - click below for more information. &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;]]></description>

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<pubDate>Sat, 12 May 2012 10:47:45 EST</pubDate>
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<title>Tuesday, May 15, 2012 -FREE Parent Leadership Training Session - Welcoming All Voices</title>

<description><![CDATA[The session includes:&nbsp;Building inclusive parent engagement&nbsp;Finding out the meaning of "welcome"&nbsp;Building on strengths and recognizing challenges&nbsp;Reaching out and connecting&nbsp;Free resource guide with sample tools&nbsp;Refreshments 
All Home and School Associations, School Councils and Parent Groups are encouraged to participate. Don’t miss out on this opportunity Tuesday, May 15, 2012 6:30 - 8:30 pm Westmount Public School 1011 Viscount Road, London ]]></description>

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<pubDate>Fri, 11 May 2012 17:21:03 EST</pubDate>
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<title>Jump Rope for Heart at Southdale</title>

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<pubDate>Fri, 11 May 2012 15:19:51 EST</pubDate>
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<title>Balanced Day 2012-2013</title>

<description><![CDATA[BALANCED SCHOOL DAY
The balanced school day initiative was discussed at the last two School Council meetings and will be looked into further as we continue to look at ways that allow us to improve on supporting our students utilizing a "whole child" approach to education
Rationale:


larger blocks of instructional time for optimal learning - especially important for literacy and numeracy
a great deal of instructional time would be saved as students only change twice a day to go outside (up to 40 minutes a week)
an increase in levels of concentration, better academic performance when a b... (Continued)]]></description>

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<pubDate>Fri, 11 May 2012 15:06:05 EST</pubDate>
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<title>Balanced Day 2012-2013 Questions and Answers</title>

<description><![CDATA[The Balanced School Day
What is the Balanced School Day?


The balanced day consists of 300 minutes of instruction, just like the traditional school day. The difference is how the 300 minutes are divided.
Students will continue to come to school at 8:55 and be dismissed at 3:25
Students would have two longer breaks, each consisting of a nutrition portion and outdoor play

How did we decide that our school was interested in implementing the Balanced School Day?


meetings with staff
discussions with School Council
professional readings and dialogues
review of testimonials and lite... (Continued)]]></description>

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<pubDate>Fri, 11 May 2012 15:05:19 EST</pubDate>
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<title>WSS's Listen to Life Essay Contest Winner - Congratulations</title>

<description><![CDATA[Writing Contest Winner! - May 10th
Doha A. was one of 20 students, out of thousandsof entries from the U.S. and Canada, to win the Legacy Project's 2011-2012 Listen to a Life Essay Contest. Her prize is an autographed copy of "Dream" (the award-winning book that inspired the contest theme),a framed keepsake of her winning essay, an MP3 player, and $500.00 in software from EdOptions.
To read all the winning entries, go to:
http://www.tcpnow.com/contests/winners.html]]></description>

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<pubDate>Fri, 11 May 2012 11:51:23 EST</pubDate>
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<title>May School Council Meeting</title>

<description><![CDATA[Arthur Voaden Secondary School
School Council Minutes
May 7, 2012
Avelon Room&nbsp;&nbsp;
1.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Call To Order – 6:30pm
&nbsp;
Present:&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Janet MacFarlane, Co-Chairperson
&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Christine White, AVSS Teacher Staff Representative
&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nb... (Continued)]]></description>

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<pubDate>Fri, 11 May 2012 07:53:22 EST</pubDate>
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