2013-2014
School Year Calendar
Sun West Board of Education
Our Board of Education
Sun West School Division is governed by a Board of Education
consisting of 10 elected representatives. The Board is responsible for an
overall budget of nearly 60 million dollars and they implement a policy based
governance model.
Their vision is “Success for all” while they take on a mission of “learning
together.” The Division is guided by five values: lifelong learning;
leadership; cooperation; accountability; and respect.
The Division develops a Continuous Improvement and Accountability
Framework (CIAF) plan to help it’s 4,500 students in 41 schools continually
improve their learning.
Back( l-r) Cathy Morrow (Chair and Sub-division No. 7), Ruth Griffith (Town of Kindersley),
Connie Bailey (Sub-division No. 4), Karen Itterman (Sub-division No. 3), Margaret Irwin
(Sub-division No. 1), Barb Cowell (Sub-division No. 8 )
Front (l-r) Scott Sander (Vice-Chair and Sub-division No. 5), John Collins (Sub-division No.6),
Robert Dewey (Sub-division No. 2)
Message from Board Chair - Cathy Morrow
Message from Director/CEO - Dr. Guy G. Tétrault
Welcome to the 2013-2014 school year. The Sun West Board
of Trustees are looking forward to another successful school
year of student learning.
We are very proud of the opportunities that are offered to Sun
West students, be it academic, athletics, or the arts. There are
many classes that are offered online and that continues to
increase. All of our schools now use the “FitStats” program
which will help ensure the students are aware that healthy
bodies increase their learning ability. The Board is grateful for
the continued parent and community support to help obtain our
goals. Continuous student learning is made possible by the
dedication and expertise of Sun West staff. We are very
fortunate to have such wonderful staff working together
focused on ensuring student success. We look forward to
another great year with our Sun West Family!
The 2013-2014 school year promises to be a very exciting year for
learning in the Sun West School Division! Our division is focusing
on “Learning Supports” for both students and teachers. We will have
online programming in grades K-12 completed this year. This will
provide great opportunities for our students enabling them to choose
from many outstanding educational programs even though they may
be attending small rural schools. Many professional development
supports for teachers to assist in implementing 21st Century
Competencies will be provided by our Learning Coaches. We will also
be providing funding for innovative learning initiatives through our Sun
West Initiative for School Improvement (SWISI) as well as providing schools with funding for
classroom sets of mobile learning devices. Our program will focus on the development of
trades and health science related programming that will be articulated with post-secondary
institutions as well as with industry. We will refine our summer school online offerings for next
year. Sun West continues to be a leader in educational program delivery
throughout Saskatchewan!
Administration Contact:
Sun West School Divison
501 - 1st Street West
Box 700
Rosetown, SK
S0L 2V0
Phone: 306-882-2677
Toll Free Number: 1-866-375-2677
Fax: 306-882-3366
Email: info@sunwestsd.ca
Website: www.sunwestsd.ca
The Sun West School Division Board of Education hires a Chief Executive Officer to
implement 18 policies that govern the educational enterprise. Dr. Guy. G. Tétrault, the
CEO/Director of Education, oversees six superintendents who help him operationalize the
Board Policies aimed at developing a school system that focuses on “Success for all!”
Sun West School Division employs over 760 staff members, comprised of approximately
350 teachers, 130 educational assistants, 31 school secretaries, 26 librarians,
52 caretakers, 4 maintenance coordinators, 114 bus drivers, 7 mechanics, 23 student
support services personnel including psychologists, speech and language pathologists,
occupational therapists and child and youth counselors, and 24 division level staff.
Our administrative team includes 55 school-based administrators in 41 schools, including
16 Hutterite Colony Schools. The Sun West teachers are supported by a Learning
Consultant and 4 Learning Coaches and the Hutterite Colony Schools are supported by
the Supervisor of Colony Schools. A team of 6 Superintendents of Education provide
support for school operations, curriculum, instruction, assessment, technology and student
support services along with consultants in the areas of student support services
and career development.
Director of Education - Dr. Guy G. Tétrault
Supervisor of Colony Schools - Shirley Barclay
Superintendent of Business - Ryan Smith
Facilities Supervisor - Rob Minion
Superintendent of Education - School Operations - Tony Baldwin
Transportation Supervisor - Earl McKnight
Superintendent of Education - School Operations - Tracy Dollansky
Business Supervisor - Rhonda Saathoff
Superintendent of Education - Student Services - Shelley Hengen
Human Resources Supervisor - Michelle Leith
Superintendent of Education -Curriculum, Assessment and Instruction - Shari Martin
Technology Supervisor - Doug Klassen
Superintendent of Education -Technology and Distance Learning - Darren Gasper
Communications Officer - Roxan Foursha
2013-2014 Sun West Financial Picture
REVENUE 2013-2014
Contact: Ryan Smith
Superintendent of Business
ryan.smith@sunwestsd.ca
Contact: Rhonda Saathoff
Business Supervisor
rhonda.saathoff@sunwestsd.ca
Revenue
Provincial Government - $29,447,332 - 50%
Grants for Operating expenses etc.
Property Taxes - $27,264,517 - 46%
Funds derived by Sun West property owners based on the provincial mill rate set by
Government.
School-Generated Funds - $1,775,000 - 3%
Funds raised at the school level.
Other - $950,788 - 1%
Consists of funding for Complementary Services (Prekindergarten), and reimbursements for bus
usage, rental of facilities, sales of non-capital equipment, interest, dividends, tuition and related
fees.
Expenses
EXPENSES 2013-2014
Instruction - $40,056,206 - 67%
Textbooks, educational technology, extra-curricular funding, libraries, salaries and benefits for teachers,
educational assistants, and school-based administrators.
Facilities - $7,894,678 - 13%
Heating, lighting, maintenance, repairs and improvements to division property, salaries and benefits for
caretakers and maintenance personnel.
Student Transportation - $6,481,902 - 11%
Vehicle maintenance, fuel and new vehicle purchases, salaries and benefits for drivers and mechanics.
School-Generated Funds - $1,775,000 - 3%
These are funds that are raised and spent at the school level, but are reported in the financial
reports.
Administration - $2,520,339 - 4%
Heating, lighting, maintenance, repairs and improvements to the Division Office, salaries and benefits of the
Director of Education, Superintendents, and Division Office staff as per new Public Sector Accounting
Board reporting standards.
Governance - $465,410 - 1%
Board of Education meetings, elections, fees, collective bargaining costs, School Community Council
grants, Student Leadership Program, and public relations.
Other - $376,120 - 1%
Tuition and related charges, external services, fees and bank charges and also includes Complementary
Services which encompasses Prekindergarten.
School Community Councils (SCCs)
Contact: Tracy Dollansky
Superintendent of Education
tracy.dollansky@sunwestsd.ca
Provincial legislation requires every school in Saskatchewan to have a School Community Council (SCC). An SCC consists of 5-9 elected parents
and community members as well as 1-2 students, the principal, and one designated teacher. Others may be designated if the community feels it is
appropriate. The main role of SCCs is to support student learning. Working with the school staff, SCCs help identify priorities for student learning
based on effective practices such as caring and respectful schools and meeting the needs of all learners. SCCs also provide communities with
a voice in local education as well as provide parent and community members with opportunities to initiate, support and build programs that enhance learning and student well being. SCCs work with schools to ensure “Success for all!” Over 200 parents, community members, teachers and
school-based administrators are members of School Community Councils in Sun West schools. SCCs play an important role in school improvement and enhancing student learning:
Student benefits:
• Improved marks and graduation rates
• Increased involvement in classroom activities and a more positive attitude towards homework.
• Higher attendance rates and greater enrollment in post-secondary education.
Parent benefits:
• Enhanced communication between parents, administrators and teachers.
• More opportunities for learning activities in the home.
• Better understanding of how schools operate.
Community benefits:
• Increased cost-effectiveness due to the pooling of time, money and effort.
• Strengthened community pride through involvement in the school’s achievements.
Student Leadership Opportunities
Contact: Roxan Foursha
Communications Officer
roxan.foursha@sunwestsd.ca
Building on the success of the past six years, the Sun West School Division Student Leadership Program continues to expand the
range of leadership opportunities available to Sun West students. An important function of this program is to provide a student
perspective to the Board of Education and senior administrative staff. The Board of Education provides yearly support to a
delegation of Sun West students to attend the Canadian Student Leadership Conference.
Team Sun West Group
Every year a group of 10-15 students are chosen through an application process to be a part of Team Sun West. This group of students
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Youth Consultation Group
The purpose of the Youth Consultation Group (YCG) is to provide the Board of Education with student input and ideas concerning School Division policies and practices.
Each school with a grades 10-12 component is entitled to one representative on the YCG. The SRC/SLC for each school selects or elects one student to represent their school on
the YCG. The YCG meets three times a year for the purpose of planning a meeting with the Board of Education. At these meetings the YCG will design a questionnaire, which
they will be responsible for delivering to the students in each of their schools, and also plan a panel discussion that will take place as part of the Annual Sun West Student
Leadership Conference.
YCG members may also be members of Team Sun West and this year students from both groups will also be organizing and facilitating the Sun West “Roads to Success” Career
Fair.
Sun West Initiative for School Improvement (SWISI)
Contact: Darren Gasper
Superintendent of Education
darren.gasper@sunwestsd.ca
The Sun West Initiative for School Improvement (SWISI) is a bold approach to improving student learning by encouraging teachers,
parents, and the community to work collaboratively to introduce innovative projects that address local needs. It is modeled after the
Alberta Initiative for School Improvement (AISI) that was originally initiated in 1999 by the Alberta Government. SWISI will provide
targeted funding to schools to improve student learning and enhance student engagement and performance. More than one million
dollars is being invested in this initiative by the Sun West School Division to continuously improve student learning in Sun West.
This will be the first three year SWISI cycle. The first four cycles of AISI in Alberta ran from 2000 to 2012. School authorities (public,
separate, Francophone, charter, and private) initiated about 1,700 projects to improve student learning that addressed local needs
and circumstances.
School improvements will focus on improving student learning through fostering enhanced strategies at the school and/or school
division level. School improvement strategies will incorporate 21st Century Competencies as outlined in Sun West Board policy.
Essential elements to promote school improvement include leadership, instructional practice, school climate, assessment and
accountability, building capacity through professional development, student and parent engagement, and integration of effective
practices.
Below are a list of projects that will begin this school year in Sun West:
• Colony Schools - Implementing a Health & Wellness program
• Elizabeth School - Healthy Body Healthy Mind
• Rosetown Central High School - Heart Rate Monitors and Healthy Living
• Kenaston School - Physical Science Project Based Learning Community
• Dinsmore/Lucky Lake - Project Based Learning in Grade 5/6 Classrooms
• Elrose - Implementing Project Based Learning and 21st Century Competencies
• Westberry - The Effects of a Social Learning Team on Student Achievement and Behaviour
Sun West Distance Learning Centre
Contact: Darren Gasper
Superintendent of Education
darren.gasper@sunwestsd.ca
The Sun West Distance Learning Centre (DLC) is based out of Kenaston School and delivers online courses
for grades 4 to 12 in synchronous broadcasts, asynchronous versions and print based courses. Our goal is to
provide the highest quality distance education courses to students across the province.
Available Online High Scool Courses
All of our courses include instructional videos, which enhance the learning process and provide more
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inter-activity for students. Students in the asynchronous courses are able to view the exact same lectures as
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those that took part in our live broadcasts. All lectures are recorded and made available to students to review Accounting 30
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lessons when preparing for exams or when they miss a class. All course notes are also available 24 hours a day, Ag-Tech Cow/Calf Production 10 Health Science 20
through our Moodle server. For additional help, we have staff available throughout the day to help answer any
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questions. The DLC also offers Summer School courses in the month of July.
Why take an online course?
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The widest selection of courses available at any school in the province. Students can choose from over 80
courses for grades 4 to 12. Courses range from traditional core classes of ELA and Math to electives like
Forensic Science, Computer Drafting, Digital Photography, Exercise Science and Graphic Design.
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Students can learn at a pace that works for them. Traditional classes keep the entire class working at the
same pace, online learning allows students to either work faster or slower depending on what the
student needs. Students can also choose to concentrate on one course at a time or take a variety of courses.
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Courses are available 24 hours a day. All course content is hosted on our Moodle server, making it
accessible to students anytime they want it. This includes all of the instructional videos, class notes and
assignments.
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The skills that students learn in an online course help prepare the student for courses at many of our
post-secondary schools where online learning has been utilized more frequently. A larger percentage of
adult training in the workforce has moved into online learning as well, so students can enter the next
phase of their career ready to continue their learning.
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Opportunities to complete dual credits with post-secondary schools. We currently have partnerships with
the Edwards School of Business, the College of Agriculture and the College of Arts & Science at the University of Saskatchewan. This allows our students to take a 1st year university class while in high school
and earn credits at both the high school and university. It provides the students a chance to see what university expectations are and whether its a good fit for them. We are also forming partnerships with SIAST
and Great Plains College to expand opportunities for our students.
The DLC Goal
The goal is to ensure that all Sun West students are able to access a high quality and equitable education no
matter where they live, or attend school. We focus on our delivery strategies, tutorials for all students, and
teacher visits to Sun West schools receiving broadcasts. We continue to develop distance
educational programming to meet the needs of all learners.
Who can take courses from the Sun West DLC?
Any student enrolled in a Sun West school or any home schooled student registered with Sun West is eligible
for any of the courses available through the DLC. Any other student, no matter where they reside (provincial,
national or international), can receive this service on a fee for service basis.
How do I register for courses?
Students enrolled in Sun West schools register with their school principal or guidance counsellor. All other
students can register through the office at the DLC by calling (306)252-1000 or
emailing registrations@sunwestsd.ca.
Ag-Tech Cow/Calf Production 30 History 30
Ag-Tech Field Crop 10
Information Processing 10
Ag-Tech Field Crop 20
Information Processing 20
Ag-Tech Field Crop 30
Information Processing 30
Biology 30
Introduction To Business 30L
Calculus 30
Law 30
Chemistry 20
Math Foundations & Pre-Calculus 10
Chemistry 30
Math Foundations 20
Communications Media 20
Math Foundations 30
Computer Drafting 10
Math Pre-Calculus 20
Computer Drafting 20
Math Pre-Calculus 30
Computer Drafting 30
Math Workplace & Apprenticeship 10
Computer Science 20
Math Workplace & Apprenticeship 20
Computer Science 30
Math Workplace & Apprenticeship 30
Creative Writing 20
Media Studies 20
Digital Photography 10
Native Studies 30
Earth Science 30
Physical Science 20
ELA A10
Physics 20
ELA B10
Physics 30
ELA 20
Psychology 20
ELA A30
Psychology 30
ELA B30
Science 10
Environmental Science 20
Grade 4 - 9 Core Courses
Exercise Science 30
*English Language Arts *Science
*Health
*Social Studies
*Math
Career Development
Contact: Vanessa Lewis
Career Development Consultant
vanessa.lewis@sunwestsd.ca
Sun West School Division is committed to helping our students with the Career
Development process. Students will be exposed to many Life/Career Development
activities and opportunities throughout their high school years. Our goal is to provide
students with the knowledge, skills, and competencies to become self-reliant
decision makers and enable smooth transitions throughout their lives.
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Grade 9 students will be involved in Career Development through the Career
Guidance 9 class. This class allows students to explore the areas of selfawareness, life/career management skills, educational planning, and career awareness.
Grade 10 students will have the opportunity to work with a teacher to build an
Employability Skills Portfolio. This portfolio will help Grade 10 students assess their
current strengths and evaluate areas requiring improvement. This marks the beginning
of the portfolio development process which will be revisited in both Grade 11 and 12.
This portfolio will be invaluable in developing and showcasing workplace skills, obtaining
future employment, and as a tool when interviewing for post-secondary institutions, etc.
Grade 11 and 12 students will participate in both individual and group meetings with
the Career Counsellor. Grade 11 students will have the opportunity to complete career
exploration inventories. All students are encouraged to ask questions about areas of
concern such as:
• Apprenticeship
• Life/Career Exploration/Resources
• Financial Planning
• Post-Secondary Institutions
• Travel
• Scholarships
Sun West Career Fair
Advanced Placement
Contact: Shari Martin
Superintendent of Education
shari.martin@sunwestsd.ca
Four Sun West schools offer Advanced Placement classes.
These are:
• Eston Composite School
• Kindersley Composite School
• Outlook High School
• Rosetown Central High School
What are the Benefits of Taking an Advanced Placement Class?
• Students who successfully complete an Advanced Placement class receive credit
toward their first year of studies at participating universities including the Universities of
Saskatchewan and Regina.
• AP classes prepare students for university by helping them develop independent
learning habits.
• Sun West students, who attend university after taking AP classes, report that AP is very
beneficial. AP provides pre-university experience and most credit it with improving their
university marks.
What Advanced Placement Classes are Offered?
Currently Sun West schools offer the following Advanced Placement classes:
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• English 30
• Studio Art
What
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Contact: Vanessa Lewis
Career Development Consultant
vanessa.lewis@sunwestsd.ca
The Sun West School Division stages a “Roads to Success!” Career Fair for Grades 10 and
11 students. The Career Fair began in 2008 and occurs every two years. These Career Fairs
feature over 50 exhibitors and presenters from potential employers and post-secondary
institutions and expose students to a vast array of career options. The Career Fair will be held
in the spring in 2014.
Prekindergarten
Contact: Shelley Hengen
Superintendent of Education
shelley.hengen@sunwestsd.ca
What Prekindergarten Is:
Developmentally-appropriate education:
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active, experiential learning through play
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comprehensive integrated program within a prepared environment
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child-centered, self-directed choice
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focused on development of the whole child; physical, social, emotional,
spiritual, and intellectual
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Honoring of all cultures
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Mixed age groupings
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A minimum of 12 hours per week
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Staff with teaching degree
Selection
A committee comprised of representatives
of the referring agencies will meet to select
children to be included in the class.
Who may refer children to the program?
Any agency, with the consent of the family or the parent(s). Parents may also
refer their children to the program.
Sources
*Heartland Health Region (Public Health Nurse, Family Support Worker, Early
Childhood Therapist)
*Ministry of Social Services
*ECIP
*Parent Support Programs
*Self-referral
*Schools
*Licensed daycares and play schools
Frequently Asked Questions
Are all children eligible for prekindergarten?
Independent Education Program (IndEP)
Contact: Shelley Hengen
Superintendent of Education
shelley.hengen@sunwestsd.ca
The Independent Education Program is designed to meet the needs of students who have not
achieved success in the regular school format. The IndEP consists of regular courses which
accommodate the needs of students through an individualized program.
Graduating students will be able to achieve a grade 12 standing through a Regular 24 credit
or Adult 12 program. Classes are offered through on-line courses, distance learning, high
school integration, and Great Plains College. The IndEP learning environment is one of
mutual respect where all can succeed in a safe learning environment. These programs are
offered in a separate site from schools.
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Applications are available from the school administrator or
the IndEP teacher. Your application will be reviewed by a
committee and an interview will be held with you and the
IndEP teacher to determine your needs. If you are accepted,
your individual program will be developed and you will begin
your journey toward completing your grade 12 education
IndEP is offered in four communities in Sun West; Outlook,
Rosetown, Kindersley and Biggar.
Student Support Services
Contact: Shelley Hengen
Superintendent of Education
shelley.hengen@sunwestsd.ca
No. Prekindergarten is a needs-based program with specific criteria for entry.
Where can referral forms be obtained?
Biggar Central School 2000, Elizabeth School, Kyle Composite School, Outlook
Elementary School, Walter Aseltine School, Westberry School, the Biggar Family
Support Centre, Public Health offices, and the Sun West School Division Office.
If a child is already attending a licensed daycare or playschool,
the referral is done most effectively in consultation
with that provider.
Student Support Services personnel in Sun West School Division assist students to become
successful, happy, well-rounded individuals. The Student Support Services team includes
Educational Psychologists, an Addictions Educator, Speech and Language Pathologists,
Student Support Consultants and an Occupational Therapist. The Student Support Services
team provides Sun West students with a full-range of professional services to help them with
any issues that may arise, which could impact their education..
The Student Support Services team cooperates with school
administrators, teachers, support staff and parents to support
students and ensure: “Success for all“.
Technology
Contact: Doug Klassen
Technology Supervisor
doug.klassen@suwestsd.ca
Based out of the office located in Kindersley Composite School,,
the Technology Department develops and maintains Sun West
School Division’s electronic communications system
(e-mail and internet) and oversees the integration of
technology into instruction. The Technology Department
consists of one Technology Supervisor, Network Analyst,
Network Analyst Assistant and five Information Technology (IT)
Technicians. In cooperation with a 21st Century Educator in
each school, the IT Technicians maintain systems and provide
computer support to Sun West schools. The Technology Department
ment receives input
from the Technology Education Leadership (TEL) committee, which includes
representatives from school-based administrators, Board Trustees, technicians and
teachers. The 21st Century Educatior’s role is an integral component of the Sun
West Initiative for the teaching of the 21st Century Competencies.
Human Resources
Contact: Michelle Leith
Human Resources Supervisor
michelle.leith@sunwestsd.ca
The Human Resources department consists of a Human Resources Supervisor,
Human Resources Officer, two Payroll Officers and an Employee Benefits Officer.
Sun West has an online application program where potential applicants complete an
online profile to apply for any advertised positions. This application form is accessible
from the Employment page of the Sun West website.
In addition to the recruitment and retention of staff, the Human Resources department is responsible for the interpretation
and application of the collective agreements
between the Division and the Sun West
Teachers’ Union and the Canadian Union of
Public Employees Local 4802, processing
the payroll for the 760 permanent and
temporary employees and approximately
350 substitute teachers and casual
employees, and administering the benefit
plans.
Facilities
Contact: Rob Minion
Facilities Supervisor
robert.minion@sunwestsd.ca
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Transportation
Contact: Earl McKnight
Transportation Supervisor
earl.mcknight@sunwestsd.ca
Sun West School Division maintains a fleet of 173 buses that travel over 31,000
kilometers a day. There are approximately 114 full time bus drivers, and 120 spare
drivers.
Approximately half of Sun West’s students ride buses to school.
The Transportation Department consists of a Transportation Supervisor and
Manager. Buses are maintained by a staff of seven mechanics at five bus garage
locations. Sun West has a Blog that is updated daily with bus route cancellations.
Hutterite Colony Schools
Contact: Shari Martin
Superintendent of Education
shari.martin@sunwestsd.ca
In cooperation with Hutterite Colonies, Sun West provides teachers and support staff for 16 Colony Schools.
Beechy Colony School
Principal: Bev Ptolemy
bev.ptolemy@sunwestsd.ca
Kyle Colony School
Principal: Paula Marsh
paula.marsh@sunwestsd.ca
Big Rose Colony School
Principal: Cory Gowen
cory.gowen@sunwestsd.ca
McGee Colony School
Principal: Charlene Krahn
charlene.krahn@sunwestsd.ca
Clear Spring Colony School
Principal: Patti Hertz
patti.hertz@sunwestsd.ca
Milden Colony School
Principal: Dean Marsh
dean.marsh@sunwestsd.ca
Cleland School, Rosetown Colony
Principal: Angel Ostrom
angel.ostrom@sunwestsd.ca
Prairieland School, Sovereign Colony
Principal: Tom Carpenter
tom.carpenter@sunwestsd.ca
Dinsmore Colony School
Principal: Karrie Hritzuk
karrie.hritzuk@sunwestsd.ca
Smiley Colony School
Principal: Betty Bzdel
betty.bzdel@sunwestsd.ca
Eatonia Colony School
Principal: Teana Hayes
teana.hayes@sunwestsd.ca
Springfield Colony School
Principal: Christine Krahn
christine.krahn@sunwestsd.ca
Glidden Colony School
Principal: Pamela Schmaltz
pam.schmaltz@sunwestsd.ca
Springwater Colony School
Principal: Dawne Toner
dawne.toner@sunwestsd.ca
Goldenview Colony School
Principal: Donna Hoffinger
donna.hoffinger@sunwestsd.ca
Valley Centre Colony School
Principal: Shelley Eckart
shelley.eckart@sunwestsd.ca
Colony Professional Learning Teams (PLTs)
There are 16 colony schools in Sun West School Division. The
colony schools are divided geographically into three professional
learning teams (PLTS) to enable colony teachers, administrators and
educational assistants to meet together to plan and learn new
instructional strategies to enhance student learning and progress.
This year colony teachers are working on adding to their English as
an Additional Language (EAL) strategies and they also received a
grant for two days inservice from SPDU and the Ministry of
Education to receive professional development in the area of student
assessment.
Springfield Colony School is not quite the smallest school in Sun West School
Division, but it comes in at a close second. Springfield Colony School is located 10
miles northeast of Kindersley, and has a student enrollment of 9 students.
This is what the students said about what makes their school a great place.
Sheldon - Gr. 2 “The school is close to my house!”
Lisa - Gr.3 “The teacher!”
Tanya - Gr. 4 “Being able to share, and being with my friends.”
Jenna - Gr. 4 “The SHEA contest and drawing in Art.”
Esther - Gr. 5 “I know everyone here.”
Travis - Gr. 5 “Having guests at the school, like SCI-FI.”
Diane - Gr. 7 “It’s a homey, comfortable place to be.”
June - Gr. 7 “The day fits together….everything runs smoothly.”
Springfield Colony School is truly a wonderful place to work, and learn. It’s an
extension of the colony where we strive to work together, and learn from each other.
Principal:
Karen Jeffries
Box 65
Marengo, SK
S0L 2K0
Ph: 306-968-2939
Fx: 306-968-2212
www/sunwestsd.ca/westcliffe
Principal:
Tammy Diemert
Box 1774
Kindersley, SK
S0L 1S0
Ph: 306-463-2433
Fx: 306-463-2027
www/sunwestsd.ca/westberry
Westcliffe Composite School
Westcliffe Composite School is located in Marengo, Saskatchewan. It is a
school of approximately 120 students from kindergarten to grade 12! In
our school, we have many extra-curricular activities in which students are
eager to participate in. We are also proud to say that we get the community
involved with the school to spread more positivity throughout this year and
the years to come. Westcliffe has been, and will continue to be, involved with
charities, which consist of: Telemiracle, Free the Children, Terry Fox, and
more. Westcliffe is filled with many vibrant people, which shows in their
personalities. We have a great SLC group in which everyone likes to share
their opinions to make the school better. The SLC and the SCC put on great
activities which we are all very happy to participate in and have fun. We are
focused on the importance of school work, and maintain a positive demeanor
throughout the school year.
(Written by: Nicole.R, Grade 9,
Westcliffe Student)
Westberry School
Westberry School is committed to the academic and social development of our students.
Respect for self and others is reinforced in our expectations and in our curricula. We believe
in the potential of every human being and strive to help all students achieve success.
Interaction with parents, a strong School Community Council, and dedicated staff make up
the foundation for a very successful program! We are proud to offer small group Practical
and Applied Arts Blocks to our Grade 7s. All students are encouraged to stay active through
our wide range of extra-curricular options Including; volleyball, basketball, drama, glee club,
badminton, track and the “ In Motion Program.” We also highlight arts and performing arts
in our offerings at the school in addition to our band program.
We have participated in the Breakfast for Learning Program and our Grade 5-7 students are
invited to serve as Phone Aides in the office during coffee breaks and lunch hour. Our
Student Leadership Council provides a variety of activities throughout the school year and
they also send donations to help people suffering in other parts of the world.
Westberry is a “green” school. Our younger students participate in Envirokids to gather the
recyclables after lunch, and we recycle paper, cardboard, drink boxes, and old phone books!
Older students serve as lunch monitors. We are very proud of all our students!
September 2013
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Principal:
Laurie Slocombe
Box 1117
Rosetown, SK
S0L 2V0
Ph: 306-882-2644
Fx: 306-882-2420
www/sunwestsd.ca/was
Walter Aseltine School
Walter Aseltine is a PreK to Grade 6 School with approximately 255 students and 27 staff
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Teachers and other staff try to make learning fun, while providing lots of extraccurricular
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activities of your choice including clubs and sports. WAS has two cool
aapparatus areas where students can hang out and play with their friends. WAS has a
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R.C.M.P. led D.A.R.E. program, safety patrol teams for lunch and after school, a servery
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which sells milk, juice and nut free ice cream. WAS students and staff support global and
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local charities such as Rwanda and our local Food Bank. Our motto is Success for Everyone!
((Written by Ms. Yuhasz’s 2013 Grade 5 Class)
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Principal:
Wendy Johnson
Box 25
Coleville, SK
S0L 0K0
Ph: 306-965-2791
Fx: 306-965-2286
www/sunwestsd.ca/rossville
Rossville School
Rossville School is a Kindergarten to Grade 7 School with 3 teachers, 2 EAs, 1
secretary/librarian, 1 caretaker, and 1 principal. Our staff is super nice and
can help kids of all learning abilities. At Rossville School we have many
activities at our school like floor hockey, basketball, skating in the winter,
chili cook off, space station badminton, volleyball, Telemiracle Rock-a-thon,
Mother’s Day tea, Father’s Day breakfast, community cleanup, Terry Fox walk,
bottle drives and Family Fun night. We have a bucket-filling program which
teaches you to be fair and nice to everyone. The seven virtues are fairness,
kindness, respect, empathy, self-control, conscience and acceptance. When
you get caught doing one of these you receive a raindrop which fills someone’s
bucket.
Our school has an SCC who kindly supports and helps our school. They also
supply Lunch of the Month and prizes for our Hockey
Reading Challenge. It is a small school but we love it!
(Written by: Rossville School Grade K-7 Students)
October 2013
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Principal:
Jeff Sopczak
Box 910
Rosetown, SK
S0L 2V0
Ph: 306-882-2655
Fx: 306-882-3889
www/sunwestsd.ca/rchs
Acting Principal:
Kim Sobkowicz
Box 1720
Outlook, SK
S0L 2N0
Ph: 306-867-8697
Fx: 306-867-1831
www/sunwestsd.ca/ohs
Rosetown Central High School
Rosetown Central High School is a dynamic school that is guided by our vision of
being “A Caring School Community Striving To Promote Respect, Leadership, and
Responsibility Through Quality Education!” Staff and students have re-embraced
the TEAMS initiative in a journey to have our school be full of individuals who are
Above the Line. With over 300 students in Grades 7-12 we offer them a full range of
academic courses in addition to Calculus, Band, French, Construction and Welding.
Our staff’s and students’ energy, passion, and creativity results in a vibrant SRC
which is integral to the success of our school. We are also fortunate to have a
supportive parent body who work with the school to keep our standards high. Our
extra-curricular program aims at being successful in the gym, on the field and on
the stage. Stop in and feel the energy!
Outlook High School
At Outlook High School, we strive to “be the best we can be”. Our high school is Grade
6-12 and every year our student body continues to expand! Our school tried out a new idea,
instead of an SRC we converted to a “We School”, and our students decided to start a group
called SWAG (Students With a Goal). This new system made it easier for more kids to be
involved in helping out in the school and our community. The workload no longer weighs
down the few people that would be on an SRC but is now dispersed among more students
that are eager to be involved. We also started up a junior SRC that has been helpful and
prepares the young students to be great leaders as they progress through high school. It was
a year of change and experience and will only improve over the next few years. At OHS
we offer many different electives for the senior students and also provide students with the
option of taking advanced placement (AP) courses such as AP English, Art, and Calculus.
There is also a wide range of extra-curricular activities offered for junior and senior
students at our school, from band and drama to a large variety of sports. Our school is
proud of our students as they excel in the classroom, on the stage, and as they achieve s
uccess on the sports fields and courts. This success would not be possible without the
determination and leadership from our students and staff. Our school works hard every
day to make sure that OHS is a friendly and caring environment for the students and the
staff. (Written by: Jessica.K, Grade 12 OHS Student, 2013)
November 2013
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We love Eatonia Colony School because…
Grade K/1/2 students – we have a great library in our school and we have lots of games!
Grade 3 students – We have good teachers that buy us Christmas presents and give us student
of the week prizes! We also have a very artistic EA!
Grade 4 students– We have new encyclopedias, P.Ed equipment and lots of library books!
Grade 5 students – We have a soccer and baseball field and a basement for the winter!
Grade 6 students – We have the best Art classes and lots of dictionaries and thesauruses!
Grade 7/8 students – We have awesome substitute teachers!
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Principal:
Kathy Grad
Box 820
Outlook, SK
S0L 2N0
Ph: 306-867-8653
Fx: 306-867-8675
www/sunwestsd.ca/
outlookelementary
Principal:
Cindy Thomson
Box 40
Plenty, SK
S0L 2R0
Ph: 306-932-2222
Fx: 306-932-2229
www/sunwestsd.ca/plenty
Outlook Elementary School
“Learning Together”
Outlook Elementary is a Prekindergarten to Grade 5 School with approximately
320 students and 30 staff members. We are committed to learning together in an
inclusive environment while meeting the diverse needs of all students.
Outlook Elementary School focuses on character education by emphasizing a
virtue each month. We promote the development of the ‘whole’ student through
programs such as band, choir, cross-country, curling and intramurals. Our school
is also committed to a recycling program which is teaching students to reduce,
reuse and recycle. Authentic partnerships have been created with organizations in
the community. Healthy snacks are available to students twice a week through the
Food For Better Learning program.
The Outlook Elementary School learning community provides an environment
that supports the success of everyone. Together we will promote responsibility,
respect, caring and safety.
North West Central School
Our Vision: Strive for excellence and independence in a positive and
supportive environment to promote lifelong learning.
Our Mission: Our mission is to empower students to reach their full
potential and to foster lifelong learning in a safe and caring
environment. North West Central School is looking forward to an
exciting school year in 2013-14. We welcome 23 new kindergarten
students to our building this year bringing the number of students at
NWCS to 170. At NWCS, we offer a full range of academic courses
from K-12, in addition to extra course offerings through the Sun
West DLC and a new course, Petroleum Industry Preparedness
Training, for our Grade 11 and 12 students. North West Central
School has strong sports teams that are competitive at the division
and provincial levels. Our Student Leadership Council works hard
to improve the lives of students and staff at NWCS. NWCS has a
long-standing tradition of academic and sports success which we
strive to continue and to improve in the years to come.
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Principal:
Trevor Drury
Box 219
Lucky Lake, SK
S0L 1Z0
Ph: 306-858-2052
Fx: 306-858-2213
www/sunwestsd.ca/luckylake
Principal:
Jill Long
Box 220
Loreburn, SK
S0H 2S0
Ph: 306-644-2135
Fx: 306-644-2176
www/sunwestsd.ca/loreburn
Lucky Lake School
Our school is really inviting and every day we are excited to come to school!
In our school we have lots of clubs that our teachers put on for all the
students! Some of those clubs are: Creative Writing. Drama Club, Music
Club and Reading Club. We play a lot of sports at our school, including volleyball, badminton and baseball. Our SRC takes the time to make us hot
lunches every Wednesday and they serve us snow-cones every Thursday. Our
motto is “Be respectful, responsible, safe, supportive and caring!”
Please come and join all 96 of us students at Lucky Lake School. It might be
small, but it’s a great place and you are always welcome!
(Written by: Daria.Y, Chanel.J, Heidi.S, Carley.F and Hanna.H,
Lucky Lake School students)
Loreburn Central School
Loreburn Central School’s motto “Pursuing Excellence” really defines our school.
The people and the atmosphere of our school is flawless. Loreburn Central’s staff
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continues to motivate students to become the best they can at everything they do,
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Principal:
Crystal Klassen
Box 327
Landis, SK
S0K 2K0
Ph: 306-658-2033
Fx: 306-658-4443
www/sunwestsd.ca/landis
Principal:
Marlene Gillanders
Box 40
Kyle, SK
S0L 1T0
Ph: 306-375-2521
Fx: 306-375-2520
www/sunwestsd.ca/kyle
Landis School
Landis School may be small, but the teachers are very supportive and they give us
one-on-one time. If you need extra help they offer up their free time to help us. The
teachers through their Professional Development stay current on new ideas, such as
Project Based Learning. Our teachers strive to keep the classes fun so it is not boring
to sit in a desk all day long. We also do lots of experiments and hands on activities.
The students of Landis School are like a big family and if something happens we are
always together. We have lots of opportunities for students to develop and show their
leadership skills. This happens through belonging to Free the Children, SLC and in
class working on Project Based Learning.
We love our school because we know what’s going on and how much
fun we are having.
(Written by the Landis School Grade 6 to 8 Students)
Kyle Composite School
Kyle Composite School is a very tight-knit school, vital to the growth of the small
community of Kyle. Despite a small student population, K.C.S offers many
wonderful opportunities to its students. These opportunities involve extracurricular activities such as the Student Representative Council, Yearbook Committee, Free the Children as well as a wide range of athletics. K.C.S also strives
to provide it’s students with new and creative technology to support learning.
However, the true wonder of K.C.S is it’s great atmosphere built by the positive
attitudes and support of the staff, students, and
community members.
(Written by: Kristy.H, Grade 12,
K.C.S Student 2013)
February 2014
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What Kindergarten students say about Walter Aseltine School
“I love to listen to my teacher.”
“I like journal writing.”
“I like our playground.”
“We LOVE our library.”
“I like to write.”
“People in our school are nice.”
“We love the fish.”
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Principal:
Kim Hobbs
Box 1450
Kindersley, SK
S0L 1S0
Ph: 306-463-3771
Fx: 306-463-6775
www/sunwestsd.ca/kcs
Principal:
Ryan Johnson
Box 99
Kenaston, SK
S0G 2N0
Ph: 306-252-2182
Fx: 306-252-2262
www/sunwestsd.ca/kenaston
Kindersley Composite School
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are very good at what they do, and anybody can join. Our teachers are very
friendly and want you to do your best, and be on your best behavior. The
students are pretty great here too. We have students of all different kinds,
from different places. There are several students who have graduated and
lead very successful lives. The school has hosted many speakers, and done
some cool activities for various fundraising. The students can all agree that
when you look at the bright side, and remember all the fun things we’ve done,
KCS is a pretty awesome place.
(Written by: Anna.P, Grade 10
KCS Student)
Kenaston School
“Living to Learn... Learning to Live!”
Kenaston School is a vibrant school with approximately 120 students in a K to 12
setting. We have a diverse set of programming to offer students and a wide range
of extra-curricular opportunities for students to participate in. Our parents and
community members are supportive and very involved in the life of the school,
and we look forward to our public events to showcase the diverse talents of our
students. We pride ourselves on our World Class Tour, which took the whole
school back to Medieval Times last year.
Our school has been the host for the Sun West Distance Learning Centre for the
past 5 years. The school supports student learning throughout
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our
division and province by providing alternate
programming options (for both schools and students)
and unique courses.
March 2014
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Sun West Board
of Education Regular
Meeting 9:00 a.m.
Boardroom
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Meeting 7:00 p.m.
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Glidden Colony School is a two-room schoolhouse with 21 students in grades 1-9. Our motto is “Stop, Think, Go”, and our vision for the 2013-14 school year
is “Active Body; Active Mind”. We enjoy coming to school for many different reasons, including:
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“Expert writing, because I can research what is interesting to me.” – Melissa
“Presenting in front of the class.” – Junia
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“Learning new things and to read.” – Junia, Brandon & Luke
“Celebrating all the holidays” – Henry
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“Solving problems in Math” – Matthew
“Increasing my knowledge” – Amanda
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“Tour groups coming to our school” – Katie
“Meeting new people” – Naomi
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“Being active at recess and playing soccer” – Abigail & Ryan
“Decorating and dressing up for the Christmas concert” – Leanne & Jessica
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“Colony and School getting together at year-end BBQ and play day” – Lydia & Larry
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Principal:
Jennifer Peach
Box 249
Harris, SK
S0L 1K0
Ph: 306-656-2166
Fx: 306-656-4432
www/sunwestsd.ca/harris
Principal:
John McPhee
Box 639
Eston, SK
S0L 1A0
Ph: 306-962-4423
Fx: 306-962-3508
www/sunwestsd.ca/eston
Harris-Tessier Central School
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ion:: As a rural school community, our mission is to inspire each child to achieve
their personal best, by accepting ownership as a community for every child’s future.
Our Vision: “Becoming Better Together.”
Harris-Tessier Central School is located in the community of Harris and supports the
education of Kindergarten to Grade 9 students in the Harris and Tessier areas. The school
has a full gymnasium, a separate computer lab, lunch room, multipurpose room, and three
classrooms, each equipped with computers and SMARTBoards. Our student body is small
and all of our students know each other. The staff and students, alike, work to provide
a strong educational environment for students. As a rural community, we are supported
by our School Community Council to promote our community
involvement. The letters of HTCS and our belief in community
and working together inspired our code of conduct. At HTCS
we believe that our school members will be:
H – Helpful, Honest, Hard-working
T – Trustworthy, Thoughtful, Team-workers
C – Caring, Cooperative, Community-minded
S – Safe, Studious, Show respect
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Eston Composite School
The Eston Composite School Code of Conduct is an initiative of staff, students, and
our SCC. It forms the basis of expected behavior for all staff, students and visitors to
our school. Honouring this Code of Conduct allows us to achieve our School Vision
of: “Success for All: A safe and caring environment that enables all learners.” We are
a rural K-12 school that enjoys a wide range of extra-curricular activities,
\including most every area of school sports, yearbook, Drama, Choir, SRC, and a
SADD Committee. Our SRC shows great leadership in the many projects they
undertake throughout the year to promote school spirit and enhance the year for
fellow students. In addition, they continue to keep the greater community in mind,
contributing funds to various groups through specific fundraisers. We are very proud
of our strong Art program, evidenced by the Wall of Fame showcasing the People’s
Choice winners chosen over the years at our annual art show. Our classrooms are
equipped with interactive SMARTBoards and other technological equipment to
enhance instruction. We also have computer labs, a PAA Lab for woodworking, a
Food Services Lab, Chemistry/Science Lab, and a well-stocked library. The staff and
students at ECS take great pride in each other, and in our surroundings. Together, we
will accomplish our Mission: “To provide all students with opportunities to achieve
their potential through a positive school, home and community partnership!
April 2014
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Regular Meeting
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**Public Meeting
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Principal: Vicki Moore
Box 400
Elrose, SK
S0L 0Z0
Ph: 306-378-2505
Fx: 306-378-2338
www/sunwestsd.ca/elrose
Principal:
Chris Oscar
Box 666
Kindersley, SK
S0L 1S0
Ph: 306-463-6547
Fx: 306-463-2072
www/sunwestsd.ca/
elizabeth
Elrose Composite School
Elrose Composite School is a place where students can learn in a fun, friendly and
safe environment. We offer many clubs and sports that the majority of students
and staff participate in, and plenty of fun activities and fundraisers that occur
throughout the school year. Every day, students and staff are reminded of what we
want to be, where we want to go, and what we want to achieve by the many inspirational thoughts that are posted in the classrooms and throughout the hallways. At
ECS, one can feel confident to share new ideas and state his/her opinion, knowing
only acceptance and not judgment will be the response. ECS is a place where students can learn and grow to meet their personal goals in life and realize their potential. (Written by: Jordyn.S, 2013-14 SRC President, Elrose Composite School)
Elizabeth School
“Pride in Learning!”
Elizabeth School is a Kindergarten to Grade Seven elementary school. The
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after-school, and in-school, curricular and extra-curricular activities are
iintramurals, S.L.C, drama club, skipping club, Lego club, cup stacking club, safety
patrolling and all of the after school sports teams, such as curling, basketball,
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vvolleyball, etc. We also get to learn an instrument starting in Grade 5 and be invvolved in Band. We have lots of great technology like iPads for the students. I am
especially thankful for our playground equipment and our big gym to play in. We
also have some hot lunch days, such as pizza day or hotdog day. There are 265
students, 18 teachers, 3 caretakers, 1 librarian, 10 E.A.s. and one secretary. We‘re
proud to be an Earth ll School. Elizabeth School recycles, reuses, and
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reduces. “ROAR!!!”
(Written by: Dominique.H, Grade 6,
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Elizabeth School student)
May 2014
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Inservice Westberry School
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Committee of the
Whole Meeting
Boardroom 9:00 a.m.
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Principal:
Craig Vanthuyne
Box 190
Eatonia, SK
S0L 0Y0
Ph: 306-967-2536
Fx: 306-967-2580
www/sunwestsd.ca/eaton
Principal: Deb DeCaux
Box 490
Dinsmore, SK
S0L 0T0
Ph: 306-846-2188
Fx: 306-846-2112
www/sunwestsd.ca/dinsmore
Eaton School
In the small town of Eatonia, you can find Eaton School. We are a K-12 school
and one hundred and thirty Spartans strong. We may not be big in numbers but
we most certainly are in school spirit! After all, “You can’t hide our
Spartan pride!” We believe in putting education first, but also place an emphasis
on becoming well-rounded people. Extra-curricular activities are an important
part of Eaton School’s environment. Our SRC is made up of a large group of
students from Grades 7-12. As an SRC we make a conscious effort to include
every single member of our school in activities such as pep rallies, picnic
lunches, volunteer, spirit days and so much more! S.W.A.T., Volleyball, Football
and Power Hour highlight just a few of our many after school opportunities
available for students in Kindergarten to Grade 12. Every single student here at
Eaton School is proud to be a Spartan and knows they will always remain one.
(Written by: the Eaton School SRC )
Dinsmore Composite School
Dinsmore Composite School operates as a K-12 school serving students from the
Dinsmore, Milden and Wiseton areas. D.C.S. students were asked “what makes your
school great?”
Here are some of their comments:
• “We all know each other; we are unique, all different and proud of it. School feels like
home because we grew up together. We are a family. People in our school help each
other.”
• “We are competitive athletic people, we are champions at heart.”
• “We try our hardest to show school spirit.”
• “We are an elementary and high school combined, and have been here for over 50 years.”
• “We are good representatives of our school when we go to places outside of school.”
• “We are very hard working when we are at school.”
Students also commented on some of the activities they enjoy at D. C. S. such as
intramurals, field trips, spirit week activities and athletics.
Our school has a variety of activities that complement the core curricula. These initiatives
build caring and compassionate citizens. D.C.S. is a great place to work, learn and play.
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Beechy Colony School is the best! We have 7 students, and they are : Rebecca, Barbra, Adam, Kendra, Aaron, Amanda, and Leanne. Our teacher is Mrs.
Ptolemy. We love to read, and our library has 3500 books. We always build a reading corner and last year it was an igloo. We use our basement for a gym,
and our playground. Our favourite games are flyer tag, soccer, floor hockey, tennis, garbage basket ball, and baseball. We also do in-Motion and Brain
Gym. We do lots of work in math, science, social, health, ELA, reading, spelling, word work, phonics, writing workshop, and printing/handwriting). We like
problem solving and science experiments, and we love art. Some fun activities are: Welcome Back Barbeque, noon meals, our Christmas Concert, and
parties like Valentine’s Day, Mother’s Day Tea and Father’s Day Barbeque. We also have a Track and Field Play Day when the colony comes out to cheer us
on. On our June nature hike we try to find flowers, butterflies and birds. The best day is the picnic at end of the year out in the pasture. We get to do campfire
cooking, gunny sack race, and peanut scramble. Our class decided our motto is “Learning is for Life”. (Written by: Aaron and the rest of the class)
Principal: Jason Low
Box 699
Davidson, SK
S0G 1A0
Ph: 306-567-3216
Fx: 306-567-5481
www/sunwestsd.ca/davidson
Principal:
Jason Chambers
Box 9
D’Arcy SK
S0L 0N0
Ph: 306-379-4620
Fx: 306-379-2140
www/sunwestsd.ca/darcy
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many extra-curricular opportunities. We have approximately 225 students and
25 devoted staff members. We participate in a variety of fun activities like a bully
awareness walk, 5k run, Terry Fox run and this year we hosted the Willow Awards
Gala. A lot of work went into preparing for it but it was totally worth it!
The staff and students are very excited about our new gym floor. Everyone helped
out with the fundraising and tons of the community was involved. In the summer
of 2012 the community helped fix up the football field. Many long hours were put
into laying out turf and putting in sprinklers. For two years we have had a senior
football program and last year we added a junior football
team. Being part of Davidson School is an honour.
We welcome you all to the Sea of Blue!
(Written by: Katie.B, Sydney.B and Tina.S,
Davidson School students)
D’Arcy School
“D’Arcy School – A Great Place To Learn”
We had 34 students in the 2012-2013 school year and will
have 36 students for the 2013-2014 school year. We have
three multi-grade classrooms; K-1, 2-3, and 4-6.
Small schools are great because you know everyone. We
have a computer for every two students, lots of
playground equipment and buddy activities. It is a great
place to meet friends.
Some of our favorite things about school are science fair, spirit week, soccer
tournament, overnight field trips and going to We Day. Our class numbers are
usually smaller so our teachers have more time for each student than in big
classrooms. We get to bring our pets to Show and Tell. We go to other schools for
tournaments and meet other kids.
At school, we get to spend time with our friends, do art projects, and learn cool
stuff. We have two soccer fields, a baseball diamond, a basketball pad, and
tetherball. Everything keeps getting better. We love our school. It is a great place to
be. (Written by Grade 4-6, D’Arcy School students)
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Principal
James Walker -1st Semester:
Kim Fick - 2nd Semester
Box 1148
Biggar, SK
S0K 0M0
Ph: 306-948-2117
Fx: 306-948-2591
www.sunwestsd.ca/
bcs2000
Acting Principal:
Leia Hey
Box 310
Beechy, SK
S0L 0C0
Ph: 306-859-2170
Fx: 306-859-2286
www.sunwestsd.ca/beechy
Biggar Central School 2000
The mission of BCS 2000 is to provide a safe, supportive learning environment
which promotes respect and accountability. We believe that education is a shared
responsibility of the student, home, school and community.
The vision of BCS 2000 is “Striving today to succeed tomorrow”.
Biggar Central School 2000 currently serves the needs of approximately 300
students in our town of Biggar. Some unique features of our school are: our
Prekindergarten program (which offers two sessions of Prekindergarten each day),
Independent Education Program (IndEP), Learning Lab and SUPPORT room,
Band program, Practical and Applied Arts programs (including drafting, welding,
woodworking, and home economics) and a well-rounded extra-curricular program.
We take pride in offering a wide range of academic programming to our students,
and recognizing and addressing individual student needs. We utilize the Sun West
Distance Learning Center to provide additional programming options for our
students in addition to the courses we currently provide. We provide support for our
English as an Additional Language students and families as well.
Beechy School
Beechy School is a small, tight-knit school with a cooperative and inviting
atmosphere.
The connection between students and teachers is great because teachers support our
learning and help us on an individual basis. The students at this school are
respectful and well-behaved; we stick up for one another and work together as one
big unit. Our school supports extra-curricular activities and we have fun opportunities to participate in events such as “We Day”, Ski Trip, and “Stay and Play.”
Beechy School likes to showcase and promote student and individual academic,
athletic, and artistic achievements. Our bus drivers are dedicated and work hard
to get rural-area students to school safely, even on the days
y with the worst weather.
Beechy School invests in their students and
provides adequate materials, equipment and
resources to better their learning environment
and academic success. Our school ensures the
division motto of “Success for All” is followed,
which makes Beechy School a perfect place to
grow up.
(Written by: the 2013 Creative Writing 20 class)
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