The February break has arrived, so the school will be closed from Monday, Feb. 20 to Sunday, Feb. 26. Classes resume Monday, Feb. 27.
Last weekend, Allison and Kimberly Wawryk participated in the giant slalom ski races in Red Deer, Alta. Kim finished in fifth place and was the fastest racer from Saskatchewan. Allison finished eighth in her age category.
The Grade 12 class is currently selling Mom's Pantry items to raise money for their graduation. If you are interested, please contact a member from the graduating class or the school to place an order.
The senior boys' basketball team played an exhibition game against Spiritwood last week. The boys are playing well and it was a great opportunity to develop their skills. They have a few more exhibition games scheduled.
The SLC sponsored a red and pink day Feb. 14. Many of the elementary classes exchanged valentines, cookies and candy. The high school students participated in the heart game. The girls were given a paper heart in the morning. If they talked to a boy during recesses or noon hour, the boy could confiscate their heart. The idea for the boys was to collect as many hearts as possible and the girls tried their best to keep their heart. Winners received a small prize.
The senior curling teams participated in the Battle West district playoffs this week in North Battleford. The playoffs were held Wednesday and Thursday. Maymont School sent a boys’ and girls’ team to the playoffs.
The junior girls' curling team will participate in the Battle West District playoffs in March. They will travel to Spiritwood for their games.
The elementary classes held a successful hot dog sale during the Winter Olympics. Thanks to the parent volunteers for helping with the sale.
Kandice Walker, a member of the staff, instructs a boot camp Tuesday and Thursdays from 3:15 to 4:00 p.m. in the school gym. Everyone is welcome to attend and there is no fee.
There will be an All About Me ID for children in the community and surrounding area, held in the Maymont School gym Saturday, March 4. It will be held from 10:30 a.m. to noon. For more information, contact Jenny Thomson at 1-306- 389-4779.
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