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Quidditch: The sport of wizards has come to cole Heather Park elementary. Creatively using pool noodles, hula hoops hung from basketball hoops and other items, Mrs. Harms' PE class is a sight to be seen. Students are totally engaged, swooping this way and that, as they hunt for the Golden Snitch (a small rubber bouncy ball). It is great fun and a good way to release pent-up energies especially on snowy in-days. For a one special evening, Jordan H., who is part of HPES's hockey academy looked like the newest and youngest player on the Cougars' team. They announced his name, age and even put his picture on the big screen. Just prior to the start of the game, Jordan came out first and sat on the bench. He was then invited into the middle of the Cougars' "on ice" huddle becoming the seventh man on the ice for the team during the national anthem. To cap off an unbelievable experience, Jordan was also able to go into the dressing room and meet all the Cougar players. Our PAC had a very successful family movie night this past Friday. It was so successful that they plan a repeat performance in the future. Stay tuned for more information.
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Each class of Highglen Montessori elementary has been busy practicing for their part in the winter celebration. The theme this year is "Cultural Celebrations Around the World" and the performance will be held at 1 p.m. and 6:30 p.m. on Dec. 7. Students from Mrs. Haddock's room will be brightening the halls at Simon Fraser Lodge with some songs. Students and residents enjoy a visit around the table with snacks provided. Intermediate students will be participating in the annual Hoops for Heart this Thursday. Attached to our newsletters, parents have been receiving the Student Newspaper. Students have enjoyed being reporters and writing on various topics that interest them. Parents have been enjoying the well-written articles - some information articles and some are more editorial.
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This is another busy week at Prince George secondary school. On Monday, our senior boys basket ball team played against the Harlem Crowns. Proceeds from this game went to our senior girls soccer team which is heading to Hawaii for a tournament at spring break. The coaching 11/12 class is running volleyball and basketball intramurals for all interested students and staff. The justice league is selling candy grams. The senior boys basketball team is working hard to get ready to host its tournament next weekend. The hockey teams are preparing for the annual spirit game which will be played on Dec. 17. The drama club is putting the final touch on "Oliver Twist" which plays next week - matinees are at 1 p.m. Tuesday through Saturday with evening performances Thursday - Saturday at 7 p.m.
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Tanya from the REAPS composting garden will visit Sacred Heart School this weekto check on the composting worms. The Grade 2/3 students will celebrate with their prayer friends at the annual Prayer Friends Eucharist on Dec. 2 at Sacred Heart Cathedral. The parent support group members are hosting a Christmas turkey lunch for students, staff and invited guests this week. A delicious feast is anticipated by all. Our primary rotation of Christmas activities is planned for Dec. 7 when games, crafts, healthy snacks and great fun will be the order of the day. Our Christmas movie night is planned for Dec. 10.
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Some primary classes at Westwood elementary have gotten into the holiday spirit early. The Westwood spelling bee program will begin buzzing this week as interested students begin preparing for the school-wide bee to happen in January. To coincide with their HACE learning goals, Grade 6 and Grade 7 students will welcome KRSS communications' teacher Mike Empey, who will teach students about on-line and social networking safety. Ms. Vance's Grade 2 class is preparing for their fourth annual garage sale. All proceeds from this in-school event will benefit the "Free the Children" charity and takes place Dec. 10. Both the boys and girls' volleyball teams will be heading to Edgewood on Friday to participate in a play-day.
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Primary classes at Quinson elementary enjoyed a visit from Huble Homestead where they learned what Christmas was like a long time ago. Students have been very busy making beautiful, decorative, Aboriginal Christmas crafts, which will be on display at the Tourism Centre. Several students also had the opportunity to work closely with Peter George and Clayton Gauthier on the cedar carving that will be displayed at the front entrance of the University Hospital of Northern B.C. in February. The students learned how to carve and were absolutely honoured to be a part of this artwork that will be on display for many years.
