The students from Grades 1 to 8 were fortunate to see an NED presentation Monday morning. The letters stand for: Never Give Up, Encourage Others and Do Your Best. The presenter, Grace, talked on Ned's behalf. He is a character that was on a poster. The message was to be champions at school and in life. We should all remember to have a good, positive attitude and make the right choices. If we do make a wrong choice, we must always keep learning from our mistakes.
Grace used yoyos in her performance. She made the Eiffel Tower, the British Flag and a motorcycle with her yo-yos. She was entertaining and presented great information to the staff and students.
The teaching staff listened to an afternoon presentation by former CFL player and coach, Michael "Pinball" Clemons. The female teachers had their picture taken with Pinball, and many of them had the opportunity to wear his Grey Cup ring from the 100th Grey Cup. It was huge and heavy.
 The elementary classes made Mother's Day gifts for students to take home to their mothers. The kindergarten/Grade 1 class made pictures of themselves blowing heart kisses to their mom. The Grades 2/3 class made a poster detailing wonderful things about their mom or grandma. They also took home a small plant. The Grades 4/5 class made dream catchers. They used a metal ring, leather, wire string, beads and feathers. This turned out to be a big project by the time they were finished.
The swim program for students in Grades 1 to 6 begins Monday, May 16. The students participate in lessons for five Mondays from 10 a.m. to noon.
Recently, Maymont, Kerrobert, Hafford and Cando students participated in an Ejournalism project in Saskatoon. The students covered IT Summit 2016 and reported on its events and sessions through video, photography, writing, social media and radio. Maymont students were: Carlee Hamilton, Connor Garrett, Cody Greenslade, Cassidy Serhienko, Meghan Brehon, Keara Amson, Hailey Maxwell and Keeley Bzdel. They were led by Mr. Nickell. 

The staff and students would like to extend their deepest sympathy to Michelle Nelson and her family on the loss of her husband, Barrett. Michelle is a member of the School Community Council and coached the junior boys' volleyball team in the fall. Katlyn graduated last year and her sons attended Maymont School. Our thoughts are with you during this difficult time.
