Students and staff returned to classes Jan. 4. Many students were wearing the new clothes that they received for Christmas. Many students had the opportunity to talk or write about their Christmases and the many gifts they received. Some of this year's popular items were stuffed animals, watches, Xboxes, hover boards and Pokémon products. One student reported their family was gifted with two gerbils, which they named Scooter and Gizmo.
The ice is ready in the attached skating rink, so students have been skating and playing broomball during their physical education classes. The rink is also open and supervised on Friday at noon for a free skate. Students are fortunate to have access to such a great facility.
Mr. Nickell, Ms. Gillatt, Kari Gray, Christine Combres and curling coach, Dennis Wawryk, along with 30 students had the opportunity to attend the Pinty's Grand Slam of Curling at the Civic Center in North Battleford. The school received 35 free tickets to watch the 11:30 a.m. draw Jan. 5. It was a great opportunity for students to watch world-class curling so close to home. Our curling teams were picking up pointers and hopefully other students will develop an interest in the sport.
The elementary students have started playing floor hockey in their noon hour house league program. They finished indoor soccer right before Christmas.
Semester one is quickly coming to an end. High school students will spend the next few weeks finishing semester one classes, reviewing what they’ve learned and writing exams. Semester two begins Monday, Jan. 30. When semester two begins, Mrs. Heather Cardin will return to Maymont School to teach art and English classes. Mrs. Cardin plans to retire at the end of June.
Katy Schmidt, a former student, is doing a four-week practicum at the school during January. Katy is currently working towards a certificate.
Our deepest sympathy is expressed to vice-principal Jean Brehon, her husband Doug, and their children, Sean and Meghan, on the recent passing of Doug's mother, Anna Brehon. Our thoughts are with you all.
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