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EMPLOYEE FAMILY ASSISTANCE PROGRAM
November 04, 2009 19:02
To all staff,
We have a new EFAP counsellor that will be offering free confidential on-island counselling to all employees of School District 50 and their families.
Pamela Downey M. Ed. RCC, from Family Services EAP will be available on Haida Gwaii on the fourth Thursday, Friday and/ or Saturday of every month. During intervening weeks she will provide internet and telephone counselling. Her next visit is scheduled for November 26 and 27. Employees are still offered the choice of counselling by a local counsellor or telephone counselling with other members of FSEAP.
Pamela Downey received a Masters degree in Clinical Counselling in 1993 from OISE, University of Toronto, and has over 15 years counselling and teaching experience. She is a generalist with specialized experience in couple counselling, separation and divorce, grief and loss, trauma, parenting issues, cross-cultural issues, depression, anxiety and work issues.
SCHOLARSHIP RECIPIENTS
November 04, 2009 18:29
The Board of Education of School District No. 50 (Haida Gwaii) is pleased to announce the following 2008/2009 scholarship recipients:
District Scholarship: Kalie Stonehouse, Jedidiah Zimmerman, Billy Yovanovich
Robert Davidson Scholarship: Jordan Holt, Billy Yovanovich
We wish all students success with their studies!
Meeting at Sk'aadgaa Naay
October 26, 2009 22:45
The Board of Education of School District No. 50 invites all parents/caregivers to a meeting to be held at Sk'aadgaa Naay Elementary School on Thursday, November 12th at 7:00 PM to discuss the future of the French Immersion program. This meeting will cover informational items as well as allow for input on policy development and the general direction of Immersion programming in School District 50.
SD50 WIKI
October 09, 2009 17:57
NEW! School District 50 Wiki click here to view site
Influenza Information
August 24, 2009 21:26
For further information and fact sheets, please click here to go to the government website.
SCHOOL DISTRICT VIDEO
June 04, 2009 20:03
District Information
October 07, 2008 21:31
School is more than just a place where students learn. It is an enriching, rewarding experience that sets a foundation for lifelong learning. School District No. 50 (Haida Gwaii) is committed to providing the best possible education in academic, sporting and cultural arenas.
At School District 50, every student has the opportunity to make a unique contribution and is given one-on-one attention to ensure they reach their full potential. We promote personal growth that develops tolerance, understanding and respect for each other. We provide education in a safe and friendly atmosphere with small class sizes and an emphasis on the key skills of literacy and numeracy.
School District 50 believes the relationship between the home and the school is a vital one. We work together with families in a personal, family oriented environment to ensure students become more positive and confident learners.
Please contact the District Administration Office at (250) 559-8471 with any enquiries regarding our District.