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A Good Memory and Good Memories Upon Heading Back to School
In 1977 I went to kindergarten for my first day of school in Duntroon Ontario. To be honest, while I cannot remember that exact September day,
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The End of the Season
A look at two of my favourite teams
I am one of those people who like to keep busy and as a result,
My One Word for 2023
I have always enjoyed the One Word tradition that Superintendent Kennedy has shared in his blog cultureofyes.ca for the past eight years.
My One Word for 2021
I always enjoy the exercise of considering what ‘one word’ will guide me throughout the year ahead. For the year 2020 my one word was ‘notice’ which seems even more relevant and meaningful than I had anticipated.
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Getting Our Ducks in a Row
As I was out walking on the weekend I was struck by the sight of a long line of ducks heading west along the West Vancouver shoreline.
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Some Things Never Change
Welcome back! I hope you had a wonderful summer break. Who would have thought that masks hanging from rear-view mirrors and phrases such as ‘social distancing’ and ‘flattening the curve’ would become commonplace?
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Rockridge Grad 2020 – One to Remember
With the school year now complete, our graduates are officially launched. A terrific group of young adults are about to enter a new and exciting phase in their lives.
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Structured Flexibility
The shift to remote learning from regular in-school instruction happened quickly. Fortunately, spring break in British Columbia landed at an opportune time,
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My One Word for 2020 – ‘Notice’
I would be a terrible witness. I vividly recall a time a few years ago when I had just parked my car in a commercial plaza with my teenage daughter in tow.
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Climate Change and Youth
Thank you to Rockridge counsellor, Mr. Robert Broughton for his insights into how to encourage and support young people concerned about climate change.
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