Connected May 2013 single.indd - School District 68

As the 2013-14 school year draws to a close, we are providing this summer editionof ConnectED. I hope that you find in these pages some inspiration for summeractivities, as well as a glimpse into a few of the innovative programs and projectsunderway in Nanaimo Ladysmith Public Schools.It will be a busy summer in Nanaimo, with the B.C. Summer Games coming to town fromJuly 17 to 20. Check out the article on page 10 about one Summer Games alumnus. Besure to take the opportunity to enjoy the games – whether as a volunteer or a spectator.Also featured in the edition is our ever-popular summer reading list of books that canprovide hours of enjoyment for your children, as well as a list of summer activities for kidsin Nanaimo and Ladysmith.There’s lots more in this issue of ConnectED. Did you know that an online game could beboth fun and educational? On page 4, check out why students at Quarterway Elementarylove their Minecraft EDU Club. Read on page 8 about Departure Bay Elementary’s ecoschoolfocus and share our pride in the work of ABOUT program student Julian Morenoon page 13. Be sure to try out a Souper Tuesday soup recipe on page 16 and step insidePauline Haarer’s Gathering Place on page 6.All in all, I hope you enjoy this edition of ConnectED, which we are able to provide toparents at no cost to the school district – thanks to our advertisers and the Nanaimo DailyNews.Have a great summer and we’ll see you again in the fall!Donna ReimerDirector of CommunicationsNanaimo Ladysmith Public Schools

Dominique Sullivan, a teacher-librarian, at QuarterwayElementary School runs a wildly popular MinecraftEDU club. Minecraft has released an educationalversion of their game for schools and libraries. The game is sopopular that she offers the club twice a week to accommodate allthe students.Minecraft is a sandbox game which means there are no missionsor time limits and participants are encouraged to build insidethe game. Minecraft is often described as never-ending legowithout a pattern.Minecraft EDU allows teacher-librarians and teachers to easilyset up a school server regardless of technical skills. Teachers candownload pre-made worlds for free. Students can explore worldssuch as: decimal world, fractions, ancient history etc. Students atQuarterway are exploring World of Humanities created by EricWalker. Walker teaches at the American school in Kuwait andhas built one of the largest and most impressive worlds. Studentscan explore ancient history and geography using MinecraftEDU.This is not just a gameSullivan began to investigate the game after hearing a CBCradio interview featuring teachers who used Minecraft EDU inschools. She noticed students buzzing about the game and sawan increase in Minecraft Halloween costumes and t-shirts. Studentsstarted bringing Minecraft Lego, Minecraft origami andMinecraft stuffies to the library for display.The reaction to the Minecraft display was enough to make herrealize this was more than just a game to children. Students werecreating communities of shared interest and making connectionswith their peers on the playground.The computer lab is loud with excited students as Sullivan opensthe server and students log on to World of Humanities. It is clearstudents are engaged and collaborating together to build andexplore the vast world. A map is displayed on the smart board asstudents meet each other online.Sullivan only has a few rulesStudents must type in their real nameThe Minecraft server is a closed server and can only be accessedat school when the teacher activates Minecraft EDU. It is importantstudents in Minecraft EDU know who they are interactingwith online, creating an opportunity to talk to students aboutdigital citizenship. Minecraft EDU allows teachers to freeze thegame if there is a disagreement or a student is acting unethically.Minecraft EDU is a one-time cost of about $450 for 25 computersfor licensing and unlimited student accounts. All students areable to play the game and do NOT need to purchase a personalMinecraft account. Many safety features have been added to theeducational version such as: class teleport, ability to turn offmonsters and create a “white list” of students.No yellingStudents are so engaged you will hear students say: “Meet me inancient China I’m just in ancient Rome.”Minecraft EDU creates community and shared experiencesfor students. Sullivan has noticed a reduction in negative andbullying behaviours. Students feel proud and connected to theirschool.

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Sometimes, kids just need a place to hang out. At ÉcolePauline Haarer there is such a place and it’s brand new.Over the past few weeks, Principal Mike Lundine andSusan Brown, the Aboriginal education assistant, have beenworking hard to create Pauline Haarer’s new Gathering Place.Because the classroom sits on a high traffic area on our grounds,the portable seemed like the perfect spot to create a place whereall students at École Pauline Haarer could stop by for a visit, dosome traditional crafting, hear a story or two, or just catch up onsome homework.Brown makes herself available to students at both the long andshort recesses by opening the doors and telling our kids thatthey are welcome to visit for a minute or to stay for their entirebreak. There are occasionally days when students just need afriendly face and a safe place to spend their time out of the classroom.In the Gathering Place, students have the opportunity totake on leadership roles or to learn from others about Aboriginaltraditions and culture.The walls of the Gathering Place are decorated with button blankets,carvings, bulletin boards, beading, and images of Aboriginallearners. There are couches and comfy chairs and a viewingarea where Brown hopes students will watch the Raventalesseries and ask questions about the Tales and their meanings. Inthe background, traditional music plays and Brown is always onhand to share a story from her days growing up in Bella Bellaand Rivers Inlet.We hope that our Gathering Place will serve as a safe homebase for many of our learners. École Pauline Haarer serves 25students of Aboriginal ancestry but it is our hope that the GatheringPlace attracts all of our students at any given time in theschool year. In fact, we think that our Aboriginal students haveso much to offer that they may choose to use this as a naturalleadership opportunity.The Grade 7 students are hosting Aboriginal Day, June 18.They have been researching now for approximately a monthtopics such as Métis history, Aboriginal board games, ResidentialSchool impact and traditional legends. On June 18, thesestudents will use the Gathering Place to present their findings tothe rest of the school community.In the future, we will look to our students to provide ideas as tohow we can improve and grow our Gathering Place so that it fitsthe needs of all learners who access it and to our entire schoolcommunity including parents, younger siblings and volunteers.

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y Jennifer Davidson, Nanaimo Daily News , Thursday, March 6, 2014The formulation of the idea came from principal, Lisa Frey, whohad been doing research on the idea of "place-based education,"a style of teaching which takes advantage of local environs,resources and people to engage students in hands-on learning.As Frey says, "it provides an opportunity to learn about how acommunity works together." With no less than 15 parks in theschool catchment area, an environmental-themed school seemslike a natural fit.Plans for the Departure Bay Eco-School have been in the worksfor a couple of months now. Frey has been working on ways tomesh environmental studies with the content and skills outlinedin the new provincial science and social studies curriculumswhich will be in place next school year.If enthusiasm is any measure of success, then Frey's eagernesswould be enough to call the project a "slam dunk" right now.Luckily, she also has the full support of her staff, parents andstudents. Once the project was suggested, the school staff wascompletely on board. They have begun a collection of resourcesand materials and many preliminary lessons and activities areunderway already."I've noticed a different energy amongst the staff since we startedthis project. It is a real positive energy and the staff is really excitedabout the goal. It's energizing," said Frey. In keeping withthe community focus, Frey has already engaged several partnersto help with resources, lessons and activities.Among the groups involved so far are the Nanaimo Scienceand Sustainability Society (NS3), Nanaimo and Area LandTrust, City of Nanaimo, Vancouver Island University, CanadianFederation of University Women (CFUW) and Department ofFisheries and Oceans. Frey is still working with other partnerswithin the community for future projects.The plan will roll out in three phases: Phase One, which includessetting up partnerships, developing programs and staff trainingis well underway.All classes at Departure Bay will be taking part in the ClassroomEnergy Diet Challenge program; composting has begun; EarthDay activities were planned; Grade 2 students have starteda worm farm; Grades 6 and 7 students are doing a Trash toTreasure program with NS3; Grade 4 students are taking part inthe CFUW-Nanaimo Seashore Program, held at Departure Bayschool each spring. Recently, a class sorted school garbage todevelop a baseline for a recycling project. Students were shockedto see that at least half of the sorted garbage could have beendiverted as recyclable or compostable materials.Phase Two of the program will continue next school yearDuring this period the school will be run as an eco-school.Activities begun this year will continue and more projects willbe added. Feedback will also be collected from all stakeholders.Some questions that many people may have about this initiativewere easily answered by Frey. Top of the list, of course, was howthis new approach would tie in with core skills of reading, writingand math.Frey was quite clear that these will continue to be a priority, butstudents will have freedom to pursue individual interests andpassions within a particular topic.“Being an eco-school doesn’t mean kids will always be outsideworking on projects. Some days will still look much the same asthey do now,” said Frey. “Other skills such as self-reliance, criticalthinking, innovation and teamwork will also be emphasized.”Another question is whether or not there is a thought of turningDeparture Bay into an academy school, similar to the JazzAcademy at Wellington Secondary and the Soccer Academy atWoodlands Secondary.To answer this, Frey pointed to the plans for Phase Three (startingin September 2015). During this phase, after an evaluationof the program’s first full year, it would be possible to apply toSchool District 68 for academy status.As to whether there are other schools of this nature, BowenIsland has a Grades 6 and 7 environmental education academyprogram, Maple Ridge has a K to 7 environmental school projectin partnership with SFU and Saturna Island’s school is part ofthe Saturna Ecological Education Centre. In addition, there aretwo Nature Kindergarten programs in Sooke and Victoria.This is certainly an exciting development for the school and theDeparture Bay community. We will all be interested to see howthe project unfolds over the next year and we wish them well intheir new endeavour.Members of the community who want to find out more or to seehow they can help can visit the school’s website at http://schoolsweb.sd68.bc.ca/depbay

While this Wellington Secondary studentis too old to compete in the upcomingSummer Games in Nanaimo, she jumpedat the chance to put her mark on the event,serving as one of four honorary torchbearerswho helped to light the flame, ignitingthe Games spirit in the community.“It was such an honour to be asked to bea torchbearer,” said Pynn. “My experiencecompeting at the Games was overwhelminglypositive. It was great to be exposedto such high-level sport and competition,”she said.In addition to her duties as torchbearer,Jenaya will also be stepping up as a volunteerfor the Games this summer, assistingwith medal presentations. She encouragesall students to step up and get involvedwith the Games, as well.“When I competed, I remember therebeing such a great sense of camaraderieamong the athletes, and within the community.It was a great opportunity to get toknow the athletes from other clubs, and todevelop some long-lasting friendships. It isan experience I will never forget.”The BC Summer Games will be coming toNanaimo from July 17 to 20. Studentsand families wishing to volunteer for theGames can check out the variety ofopportunities at www.bcgames.org.Whether you are an athlete or a fan, thereis something for everyone to get involved.Find out how you can ‘Get in the Games’and sign-up today!

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The ABOUT program is now in its sixth academic year ofoperation. ABOUT is an innovative approach to servicedelivery for vulnerable students aged 14 to 20 years inNanaimo Ladysmith Public Schools. The program’s personalizedlearning approach allows learners, whom otherwise leavethe system, the chance to stabilize in a supportive atmospherethat allows them to have success and create self esteem andconfidence.The program focuses on relationships with each student andtheir family, relevant and meaningful learning and restorativepractices that help each student create a sense of self through astrong focus on Aboriginal culture. The program works witheach of the three nations in School District 68: SnuneymuxwFirst Nation, Snaw Naw As First Nation and Stz’uminus FirstNation, making sure that all children under the age of 19 areenrolled in a suitable education program.Thanks to the support of Tillicum Lelum Aboriginal FriendshipCentre, the program engages in off-site cultural activitiesregularly.The program works in holistic nature, offering wrap-aroundservice that supports the whole student and engages family,community and support agencies. Strong relationships withVancouver Island Health Authority, Ministry of Children &Family Development, Child & Youth Mental Health, NanaimoYouth Services Association, Kwu’mut Lelum and Young Professionalsof Nanaimo have helped allow for more student success.This year has seen a great deal of change among Learning AlternativesPrograms and others in the district. Our classroomdecided our program needed a facelift, so we had a student andcommunity contest to assist with designing a new logo andexplanation for what the ABOUT program stands for.There was an extremely positive response, but there was onestudent that created something far beyond what we had expectedfor this project -based learning assignment. The winnerof the contest was our Grade 11 student Julian Moreno.His design was put on hoodies for our grads and other exceptionalstudents that are connected to ABOUT. This is justanother example of the exceptional students that the program isfortunate enough to work with on a daily basis.When asked about his creation, here’s whatJulian had to say:“I chose this design because I feel it represents our class. TheRaven is known as the trickster in many Coast Salish stories,and the Eagle was said to be very wise. Our classroom communityis home to both of these animals when looking at the personalitiesand characteristics of our staff and students. I learnedthese teachings through my Coast Salish (Snuneymuxw) family.My father, uncles, and aunties always taught me the teachingsthat I know and I am able to share with my classmates andteacher in the classroom. In my Hul’qumi’num language theeagle is called yuxwule and raven is called spa:i. I chose nativeartwork because our class has a strong Aboriginal focus. That’swhat makes this the ABOUT Program, ABOUT stands forAboriginals Out for Understanding Traditions.”As a reward for his exceptional work, ABOUT staff andSnuneymuxw First Nation will be assisting Julian with histravel costs as he represents Team BC (lacrosse) for the NorthAmerican Aboriginal Games this summer. The community isvery proud and fortunate to have you, Julian. Huy ch ‘qa fromall of us.The overall goal of the ABOUT program is to engage studentsand reach the learning outcomes for each of their coursesthrough the teachings of project-based learning assignmentsthat involve content from a number of subject areas. It appearsthat Julian is becoming another success story that we cancelebrate.His hard work and success has motivated many other Snuneymuxwyouth to share their family stories and the history oftheir nation. Staff always encourages students to present andshare their areas of mastery.This has helped improve attendance, engagement and overallsuccess. The staff and students of Snuneymuxw First Nationhave been a huge help in assisting the ABOUT program to offerstudents the instruction that allows them to feel a part of theclassroom community. ABOUT appreciates all of the positivesupport that Snuneymuxw always gives us!If you have any questions regarding the ABOUT programplease contact Brett Hancock at 250 802-4827 or bhancock@sd68.bc.ca.

How do you keep reading skills up over the summerwhile having fun? Read great books! Reading expert,Dr. Stephen Krashen says free reading is one of themost powerful reading tools we can share with our kids. Readwhat you love and read often and you will become a lifelongreader. To help get you started on your summer journey, hereare a few great titles to consider. Happy Reading!Kindergarten to Grade 2The Day the Crayons Quit by Drew DaywaltThis funny story is written from the crayons’ perspective.Author Drew Daywalt, uses whimsical letters from the overworked,under-appreciated crayons (red and blue) to beige,the neglected crayon, to let Duncan know how his crayonsfeel. With an emphasis on imagination and exploration, thisstory will put a smile on your face.Let’s Go For a Drive: An Elephant and Piggie bookby Mo Willems (any from this series are delightful)Any or all books from the Elephant and Piggie series are sureto be hits with the Kindergarten to Grade 2 crowd. WhetherGerald (elephant) is deciding if he should share his ice-creamwith his best friend Piggie, or if they are planning a drive in thecountry, the stories are wonderfully entertaining. The antics ofthese characters are sure to delight. Mo’s clever use of colour andmatching speech bubbles provide a great discussion point foryou and your child.Big Nate in the Zone by Lincoln Peirce (series)This is the 6th book in the popular series and is once again laughout loud funny. If you like Diary of A Wimpy Kid you will enjoythis series.Harry Potter by JK Rowling (series)Despite being an ‘oldie’ it is still very much a ‘goodie’. Whetheryou have just enrolled in Hogwarts in The Philosopher Stone orare reaching the end of your journey with Deadly Hallows, thisclassic series is not losing its edge. A must read for all wizards.Strange Case of Origami Yoda by Tom Angleberger (series)This series sees Dwight, a quirky 6th grader, talk to his friendsthrough an origami Yoda finger puppet. Yoda is smart, funnyand it seems somewhat psychic. This series follows Dwightfrom elementary school to middle school to Tippett Academy.Angleberger captures some poignant middle school feelings andemotions through humour and finger puppets. This best seller isa great read.2030: A Day in the Life of Tomorrow’s Kid by Amy Zuckermanand Jim DalyAuthor Amy Zuckerman is a business writer for technologytrends. She uses her expertise to take a look at what might bein 2030. Told through the eyes of a young boy, this book looksat what is possible in the future. It’s a wonderful book to leaddiscussion on technology and where it may take us.Clark the Shark by Bruce HaleClark the shark is a big shark, who loves school but his over eagernessoften gets him in trouble. In this charming story, Clarklearns how important it is to share, mind one’s space and to takecontrol of his own actions, no matter how excited he gets. This isa great book for teaching self-control.Goodnight, Goodnight Construction Site by Sherri DuskeyRinklerCalling all truck lovers, this book is for you! The story follows ahard working truck through his busy day and his bedtime routine.It’s the perfect bedtime book for young builders.My Truck is Stuck by Kevin LewisThis whimsical rhyming story is full of adventure includingenormous potholes, thieving prairie dogs and lots and lots ofdogs. It’s a fun adventure for 3 to 5 year olds.Grades 3 to 5Diary of a Wimpy Kid: Hard Luck by Jeff Kinney (series)As popular as ever, this series keeps on giving. In Hard Luck,Greg decides to risk his fate on chance in efforts to change hisfortunes. Funny, silly and always page turning, the series is ahuge hit.Grades 6 and 7Because of Mr. Terupt by Rob BuyeaThis book is from the point of view of 7 different students inMr. Terupt’s Grade 5 class from a bully to a new girl just tryingto fit in. The book covers the challenges and triumphs of life atschool. All is going well until a terrible accident. Because of Mr.Terupt, you will keep flipping the pages through to the end.One and Only Ivan by Katherine ApplegateThis bestseller takes on an unlikely friendship between Ivan, agorilla and a young elephant, new to the zoo. Inspired by trueevents, the story is heart-rending.Conspiracy 365 by Gabrielle Lord (series)If you like fast-paced adventure, this story is for you. Fifteenyear-oldCal finds out in the first few days of January that hisfather did not die accidently while away at a conference, that hein fact was murdered. Cal has 365 days to find out who did thisand why. If he is unsuccessful his family will die. Adventure,suspense, intrigue!Mark of Athena by Rick Riordan (series)Book three of the Heroes of Olympus series will not disappointyou. If you like Greek Mythology and adventure this series is

SUMMER READING from Page 14for you. Rick Riordan has once again captured the young adultaudience with this thriller.Smile by Raina TelgemeierAuthor Raina Telgemeier uses cartoons and humour to take usthrough her own life experiences (hopefully greatly exaggerated)of middle school and orthodontic work that went terriblywrong. Smile covers self-esteem issues and the vulnerability ofmiddle school in a heartfelt way. It’s a quick read, you will wantto read more than once.Grades 8 and 9Fault in Our Stars by John GreeneThis best seller will take you through a gamut of emotions asyou follow Hazel and Augustus, two kids who meet in a cancersupport group. It’s funny, raw and beautiful. The strength of thestory lies in the characters. You will fall in love with Hazel andAugustus. Read it before the movie comes out. There is somemature subject matter.Divergent by Veronica Roth (series)A dystopian book set in futuristic Chicago. If you like TheHunger Games and/or Maze Runner you will love this book.Trice Prior is living with a dangerous secret. Find out how shecan survive as a divergent.Wonder by RJ PalacioAugust Pullman suffers from a facial deformity that has kepthim homeschooled until now. He and his parents decide toenrol August in a private prep school for Grade 5. His experiencesin facing the world are both devastating and heart warming.It’s not only the characters who transform through thebook, the reader will as well. Wonder is told through differentcharacters’ points of view.Hush Hush by Becca Fitzpatrick (series)Nora is a good serious girl until she meets Patch. Nora tries toresist the charm of her biology partner who is carrying a darksecret. This suspenseful series will keep you guessing. It is achilling first novel by Fitzpatrick.Cherub: The Recruit by Robert Muchamore (series)This is a strong series for boys, featuring 12-year-old James whobecomes an undercover Cherub agent after his father disownshim. Through extreme challenges and situations that wouldmake the most experienced spy crumble, James takes on theenemies of Cherub.Grades 10 to 12Fault in Our Stars (see review in Grades 8 and 9 section)Divergent (series) (see review in Grades 8 and 9 section)Sea of Shadows by Kelley Armstrong (series)Fantasy, horror, romance and non-stop action are words used todescribe this first book in the trilogy. Featuring a strong femaleprotagonist, this book is for those that like fantasy.Perks of Being a Wallflower by Stephen ChboskyCovering the anguish, emotion and jubilation of growing up,Perks of Being a Wallflower is written in a collection of lettersand at times is a tough read. (parental discretion advised)Fan Girl by Rainbow Rowell"A charming coming-of-age novel...filled with complex subjects(such as divorce, abandonment, and mental illness) handled ina realistic manner, and the writing effortlessly and seamlesslyweaves these threads together." School Library Journal reviewAlso from this author Eleanor & Park

In September, the Woodlands Aboriginal Leadership Team(WALT) were brainstorming ideas to build school-wide awareness,relationships between staff, students and peers and increasethe use and access to the Aboriginal education room.An expansion of a previous soup project was suggested and whatbegan as one crockpot of soup each Tuesday, with 10-15 studentsaccessing it, has grown to 3 crockpots and 50 to 75 students accessingsoup, space and good company. It has been an amazingcollaboration of staff and students working together to supportand execute this weekly event to its current popularity and accessibility.All the soups are made from scratch and that takes time andmany helping hands. A number of dedicated staff members helpguide groups of students in the various steps of the Souper Tuesdayprocess that have contributed to its success. A quick snapshotof Souper Tuesday starts with Monday where the scheduledsoup stock is prepared by students and staff, and then frozen forthe following week.Tuesday is the big day, the stock is defrosted and the soup isfinished while bannock is made by hand and baked fresh to beserved at lunch by student leaders.Thursdays are shopping days where Bonnie Bill, the AboriginalEducation Assistant, along with her Girlz’tuff student volunteers,shop for ingredients for the next Souper Tuesday masterpiece.With each step in the process completed, the cycle is all set torepeat the following week.Along with the many helping hands at the soup level this projectwould not run without the instrumental support from administration.Principal Dave Stupich and Vice-Principal TheresaWatson have provided time and funds to help support thisproject and in providing a soup and bannock lunch at no cost tostudents.The Healthy Schools Network has also generously supplied theschool with a grant that was used for spoons, bowls and othersupplies that help keep this project running smoothly.This endeavour has been a learning curve but the feedback fromstaff and students provided comments like “Tuesday is the bestday of the week” or “ I need this recipe, my family would loveit” keep the wheels in motion and every tear shed while cuttingonions worth it.

Ingredients• Chicken stock• Chicken boneless breast/thigh diced• Onion, celery and carrots – chopped• Garlic- minced• Black beans – canned• Bell peppers – variety of colours sliced• Kernel corn – frozen or canned• Tomatoes – diced• Rice• Cumin• Chili powder• Smoked paprika• Salt• Pepper• Optional – lime, cilantroPreparation1. Defrost stock and simmer on low.2. On medium high heat sauté chopped onion, celery andcarrots and when soft add garlic and chicken and sautéuntil cooked through, and add to simmering stock.3. Add beans, peppers, corn, tomatoes, and rice to chickenand stock.4. Add spices, bring to a boil and reduce heat until rice iscooked.5. Adjust spices and add a squeeze of lime and optionalcilantro and get ready to enjoy.Ingredients• 8 cups flour – multigrain/brown/ all-purpose orcombination• 4 tbsp baking powder• 1 tsp salt• 6 tbsp lard/shortening - melted• 1 L waterPreparation1. Preheat oven 4000C2. Add dry ingredients in a large bowl and mix untilcombined then make a well in the center.3. Add water and liquid lard or shortening and usinghands, incorporate ingredients.4. Knead dough until soft but not sticky consistency,adding water or flour if necessary.5. Grease glass or metal 9x13 baking dish and press doughinto dish.6. Bake for 25-35 minutes and let cool before serving.

Summer Programs• Junior ArchaeologistWednesdays from 1:30 - 3:30pm (ages 5-12)• DinosaursFridays from 1:30 - 3:30pm (ages 5-12)• Bastion ToursThursdays & Saturdays at 12:05pm• Pioneer Cemetery Tours2nd & 4th Thursdays at 1:30pmMake aDiscovery!www.nanaimomuseum.ca • 250.753.1821program@nanaimomuseum.caGet ReadySummer’sComing!#102 - 2517 Bowen Road250-585-1778 www.koolandchild.comGirl GreatnessStarts HereRegister Online!• Find a unit near you• Register a girl• Discover volunteer opportunitiesgirlguides.ca1-800-565-8111Sparks Age 5-6Brownies Age 7-8Guides Age 9-11anders Age 1-1Rangers Age 15-17+Locally owned and operated, Tutor Doctor Nanaimoprovides one-on-one, in-home tutoringin every academic subject from kindergarten tograduate school. Our tutors are subject experts.Most of them have BC Teachers Certification ordegrees in their subject speciality. Many of ourcertified tutors also have training and experienceworking with children with ADHD, dyslexia,autism and other learning challenges.Please contact Tutor Doctor Nanaimo and learnhow to drive your students academic achievementand self confidence to the next level.Tutordoctornanaimo.com(250) 802-5256

Selena’s Summer Camp for Pre-schoolersSummer Camps at Georgia Avenue and Fairview CommunitySchoolsSoccer CampScience Summer Camp – Robots and Reactions!AugustESL CampSummer ExplorersKids Can CookReading CampSewingPlease pick up your registration forms at either Georgia AvenueCommunity School or Fairview Community School June 3.Harewood Community Mining WaterparkJoin us this summer at the Harewood Community MiningWaterpark. Each week, our outdoor and indoor activities willfocus on a new theme. Come play games, use your imaginationin crafts, learn fun facts and make new friends.Monday through Friday from 10 a.m. until 4 p.m.Ages: 6 to 12 yearsCost: Free drop-inThis program is made possible by funding through the CanadaSummer Jobs Program, the City of Nanaimo, the HarewoodNeighbourhood Association, Nanaimo Foodshare and NanaimoLadysmith Public Schools. We recognize and thank the partnersfor supporting our community and youth.Cedar Family of Community SchoolsCedar Community Schools are offering the following summeractivities. Preference will be given to students living in theAges: 7 to 11 yearsCost: $55 – please register by June 6Picasso in TrainingLearn to draw, paint a picture, practice some cool techniquesand learn interesting facts about famous artists.July 16 to 18: 1 to 3 p.m.Location: Cedar Heritage CentreAges: 7 years and olderCost: $35 (supplies included)Summer Strings Music CampClasses offered for all music levels, beginners to advanced – thefiddle, cello, guitar, keyboard, mandolin and classical violin. Theweek includes a talent show, a camp dance and a final concert.Location: South Nanaimo off Spruston RoadAugust 10 to 15Ages: 6 to 96 yearsFor more information, call Trish or Geoff at 250 802-8863 oremail nanaimosummerstringscamp.comNanaimo MuseumThe Nanaimo Museum is offering drop-in programs and guidedtours for families this summer. The programs feature hands-onactivities and are a fun way for children to learn during the summer.The programs are offered on a drop-in basis and caregiversmust be present at all times.»

SUMMER ACTIVITIES from Page 19Junior ArchaeologistChildren will explore Nanaimo’s ancient history through theeyes of an archaeologist. Hands-on activities include siftingthrough soil for artifacts, rebuilding clay pots, investigating andhandling artifacts from the museum’s education collection thatare more than 1,000 years old and making petroglyph rubbings.Please allow at least one hour to complete activities.Wednesdays: 1:30 to 3:30 p.m.Ages: 5 to 12 yearsCost: Included in museum admission feeDinosaursMillions of years ago there were dinosaurs living in Nanaimo!Hands-on activities include making fossilized dinosaur footprints,sifting for dinosaur bones, touching fossils and findingout about our local dinosaur, the Elasamosaurus . Please allowat least one hour to complete activities.Fridays: 1:30 to 3:30 p.m. (excluding July 25)Ages: 5 to 12 yearsCost: Included in museum admission feeBastion toursWatch the firing of the noon cannon and go on a guided tour ofthe Bastion. Find out why the Bastion was built, the story behindthe nearly 200-year-old cannons and even ghostly experiences.This tour is family friendly and takes 30 minutes.Thursdays and Saturdays: 12 noon after the cannon firing in Julyand AugustCost: Admission by donationFor more information visit www.nanaimomuseum.ca or call 250753-1821.City of NanaimoFor more information please call 250 756-5200.Full-day daycampsLocations: Oliver Woods, Beban Park, Bowen Park andNanaimo Ice CentreSummer camps and programsTennis, skating, dancing, art, pottery, language, canoeing, golf,karate, basketball, cooking, gymnastics, rock climbing, sailing,swimming, skating and moreWater ParksJune to September: 9 a.m. until 8 p.m.Departure Bay, Deverill Square, Harewood and Mansfield ParksWestwood LakeJuly 2 to August 31: 12 noon until 6 p.m.Lifeguards on dutyFree Family Fun Night and BarbecueThursday, June 26: 4:30 until 7:30 p.m.Location: Departure Bay ParkFree Playground ProgramJuly 2 to August 22: 10 a.m. until 3:30 p.m. Children can play games and sports, make art projects and evenparticipate in science experiments.Location: Country Hills Park, Departure Bay Park, DeverillSquare Park, Harewood Park, Mansfield Park and FairviewCommunity SchoolAges: 5 to 12 yearsCheck with us about the specific schedule for each park.Free Summer Concerts in the ParkWednesday evenings in July and August: 6 to 7:30 p.m.Location: Bowen Amphitheatre and Maffeo Sutton ParkNew this year is lunch hour concerts held Tuesdays, July 15 toAugust 26: 12:30 until 1:30 p.m. at Maffeo Sutton Park. Enjoysome great entertainment for the whole family in two of ourmost popular parks!Find the Golden Bucket ContestVisit our Facebook or webpage for clues on finding the GoldenBucket in one of our parks, answer a trivia question about thatparticular park and be entered to win some great prizes. Playalone or with the entire family.June 4 until August 27Canada Day celebrationsTuesday, July 1: 11 a.m. until 3:30 p.m.Location: Maffeo Sutton ParkFREE fun for everyone!The BC Summer Games are being held in Nanaimo from July17 to 20. Volunteer to help out or just come and cheer on theathletes. For more information, visit www.bcgames.org.The Town of LadysmithLadysmith Adventure Zone Summer Day CampsSpend your summer having fun and building lasting relationshipsat these interactive and exciting summer daycamps withdaily adventures around the Town of Ladysmith!Join outgoing leaders for eight fun-filled weeks participatingin activities such as swimming, sports, arts and crafts, science,nature excursions and more! A safe and nurturing environmentthat is an affordable, and tax deductible alternative to daycare.Monday to Friday, July 2 until August 22: 8 a.m. uLocation: Frank Jameson Community Centre, 810 – 6th Avenue,LadysmithAges: *6 to 12 yKindergartCost: $149Register earlladysmith.caThe Active Living GuideThere are a widsmith this summ• Monkey• Imagina»

Working For YouMLALeonard KrogNanaimo Constituency4 - 77 Victoria CrescentNanaimo, B.C., V9R 5B9250-714-0630Fax: 250-714-0859leonard.krog.mla@leg.bc.cawww.leonardkrog-mla.caMORE THAN A GAME!WHO Boys & Girls Grades 1-10In Nanaimo since 1993WHENSeptember 12 – November 21, 2014 (Friday nights)WHERE Nanaimo Gr. 1-10Cinnabar Valley Gr. 3-5 (NEW)WHAT Does a typical evening look like?Positions – warm-up, large group ball controlCoach’s Corner – dribbling, driving, shooting and skills trainingMore Than a Game – halftime talkGames – 1-on-1, 2-on-2, 3-on-3, 4-on-4, 5-on-5DIVISIONSSlammin’ Jammers – Gr. 1/2, 3/4Building the Basics – Gr. 5/6, 7/8, 9/10REGISTRATION INFORegister at the Woodgrove Mall (Toys R Us entrance, near Water Clock)10 am – 7 pm$105* - Early Bird Registration Saturday – June 21$120* - Fall Registration Saturday – September 6$20 discount for returning players with an FNB jersey from previous yearDevelop Skills Make Friends Build Character HAVE FUNYour Community LeagueFREE BASKETBALLBring this coupon to the June 21Registration at the Woodrgove Mall& receive a free basketball.FOR MORE INFO:Joan Hiemstra 250-758-3773Registrarfnb.nanaimo@gmail.comBruce StevensDirectorbrucestevens@shaw.caWWW.FRIDAYNITEBASKETBALL.COM#Nan01Rosalee Roy Photographywww.rosaleeroy.com

SUMMER ACTIVITIES from Page 20• Grand Slam Golf and Tennis Camp• World Cup Soccer Camps• Takala Trails Riding Camps• Band Camp (Learn to Play and Advanced)• Ladysmith Little Theatre Camps• Rhythm Dance Camps• Junior Lifeguard CampFor more information or to register visit http://issuu.com/ladysmith/docs/ladysmith_summer_guideor call 250 245-6424.Aquatics in the SummerSwimming lessons and leadership programs for children andyouth throughout the summer include:• Red Cross swimming lessons levels 1 through 10• Lifeguarding and instructor certifications andre-certifications• First Aid and CPR certifications and re-certifications• Dive-in Cinema every Friday: July 4 to August 8Water Safety WeekJune 7 to 14Drowning Prevention WeekJuly 19 to 27Learn to swim or develop your leadership skills today…checkwww.ladysmith.ca or call 250 245-6424 for more informationor to register!BC SPCA Summer Camps