Staff and students of Maymont Central School joined other schools across Saskatchewan to observe a moment of silence Friday, Jan. 29. At 9 a.m., everyone in the school stopped what they were doing and stayed silent for one minute. This was done to show solidarity and support for the staff, students and community members of La Loche.
Students in Grades 2 through 5 participated in the live arts presentation by Métis artist Karlie King Jan. 26. King is an artist in Saskatchewan and was doing a classroom presentation in Saskatoon. The lesson was broadcast in the school for the two elementary classrooms to watch.
Following the presentation, both classrooms participated in the hands-on activity of printmaking. Students used a picture of an insect and traced it over several times onto a foam plate. The imprint was covered in black paint then the plate was flipped over onto a white piece of paper. They turned out very well and now hang in the school hallway.
The junior boys’ basketball team played two games this past week. They travelled to North Battleford Comprehensive High School and to Langham to play exhibition games. They boys are developing their skills and put up good efforts.
There will not be any school Feb. 8. The staff will be attending a professional development day in North Battleford. Staff will be attending a presentation by Ruth Culham.
Ruth Culham launched a writing revolution with the publication of her book, 6 + 1 Traits of Writing: The Complete Guide, followed by several other books. Staff get the opportunity to learn many things from this author. It is especially relevant this year because the school is working on a writing goal.
The second semester has started which means the school year has reached the halfway point already. The travel club will be leaving for Europe in six short weeks.
The school's annual Winter Olympics will be held Feb. 12. This is also the last school day before the February break.
