Events in November 2024

  • Vaccination clinic 7 to 12

    Vaccination clinic 7 to 12

    Full day
    November 1, 2024

    Pedagogical day (western schools)

    Pedagogical day (western schools)

    Full day
    November 1, 2024

    Themes :

    • Framework program
    • Planning and evaluation

    Organizing entity : Board administration

    Face-to-face (for École Immaculée-Conception and École catholique de l'Enfant-Jésus) and virtual (for École catholique des Étoiles-du-Nord)

    Presentation, guest speaker or organization :

    • Cédrick Jeanpierre
    • Caitlin Guarasci
    • Emily Drouin
    • Véronique Drouin
    • Stéphane Lachance

    Description (learning methods, topics covered) :

    • AI for educational planning and assessment
      Discover how to integrate artificial intelligence into your educational planning and assessment process. This hands-on workshop will introduce you to the use of Copilot in conjunction with curriculum to optimize the creation of learning units and assessment tools. Learn how to take advantage of these innovative technologies to enrich your teaching while gaining in efficiency.
    • Optimize diagnostic assessment in mathematics and other subjects
      Teachers and support staff will have the opportunity to explore innovative tools for diagnostic assessment in mathematics. This hands-on workshop will introduce school staff to the Taking Action kit, the Virtual Learning Environment (VLE), and the Knowledgehook platform. Learn how to use these resources to accurately identify your students' needs, personalize your teaching and promote success in mathematics.
    • Differentiation through learning centers: from planning to implementation
      Teachers and support staff will have the opportunity to work out effective differentiated learning centers from their planning. This hands-on workshop will guide staff in creating learning centers adapted to the different levels and needs of your students, whatever their grade. Learn how to use your planning as a basis for designing varied and engaging activities, enabling successful differentiation within your classroom.
    Sleepover day

    Sleepover day

    Full day
    November 1, 2024

    Activity organized by the student council.

    Canadian Army Visit 11th-12th

    Canadian Army Visit 11th-12th

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    November 1, 2024

  • Happy Birthday Damon!

    Happy Birthday Damon!

    Full day
    3 novembre, 2024

    Changeover to winter time

    Changeover to winter time

    Full day
    3 novembre, 2024

  • Lifetouch - School photos

    Lifetouch - School photos

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    4 novembre, 2024

  • Happy Birthday Ruby!

    Happy Birthday Ruby!

    Full day
    6 novembre, 2024

    Inviting our young people to work - 9th

    Inviting our young people to work - 9th

    Full day
    6 novembre, 2024

    A day in the life of a grade 9 student

    A day in the life of a grade 9 student

    Full day
    6 novembre, 2024

    At school, for 8th graders

  • Introducing Lakehead University 12th

    Introducing Lakehead University 12th

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    7 novembre, 2024

    The FRA4U and FRA4C courses will host students from Lakehead University's language department for a presentation and interactive workshop.

    French Immigration Week - Pot luck

    French Immigration Week - Pot luck

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    7 novembre, 2024

    Dear French school community,

    We're delighted to invite you to our event as part of Francophone Immigration Week, to be held on November 7 from 5 to 7 pm.

    Theme: Our Heritage of Tomorrow

    Program :

    • Viewing of the film "Assez French by Alexis Normand (running time: 18 minutes)
    • Discussion on the theme of heritage
    • Potluck to liven up the evening

    We encourage you to bring a dish to share to enrich our culinary and cultural exchange!

    Location: cafeteria

     

    We look forward to sharing this convivial and enriching moment with you!

    Viewing of "Assez French" and pot luck

    Viewing of "Assez French" and pot luck

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    7 novembre, 2024

    As part of National Francophone Immigration Week, ÉSC La Vérendrye invites Thunder Bay's francophone community to a gathering on Thursday, November 7, from 5 to 7 p.m.! On the program: a screening of "Assez French" followed by a pot luck.

    For the pot luck, bring a dish to share, so that everyone can sample the flavors of each other. Bring the whole family, invite some friends and let's celebrate Francophone diversity!

    The activity will take place in the school cafeteria.

    More on "Assez French
    The 18-minute documentary highlights the struggles and victories involved in reclaiming one's French-Canadian identity. As parents, children and grandchildren gather to sing, play and celebrate, in French and English, this act of passing on a language finally becomes synonymous with joy and freedom.

     

    School Council

    School Council

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    7 novembre, 2024

  • Pedagogical day (Eastern schools)

    Pedagogical day (Eastern schools)

    Full day
    8 novembre, 2024

    Themes :

    • Framework program
    • Planning and evaluation

    Organizing entity : Board administration

    Face-to-face 

    Presentation, guest speaker or organization :

    Team of pedagogical advisors :

    • Cédrick Jeanpierre
    • Caitlin Guarasci
    • Emily Drouin
    • Véronique Drouin
    • Stéphane Lachance
    • Émilie Brochu
    • Star-Michelle Lepage, Safe School Coordinator

    Description (learning methods, topics covered) :

    • AI for educational planning and assessment
      Discover how to integrate artificial intelligence into your educational planning and assessment process. This hands-on workshop will introduce you to the use of Copilot in conjunction with curriculum to optimize the creation of learning units and assessment tools. Learn how to take advantage of these innovative technologies to enrich your teaching while gaining in efficiency.
    • Optimize diagnostic assessment in mathematics and other subjects
      Teachers and support staff will have the opportunity to explore innovative tools for diagnostic assessment in mathematics. This hands-on workshop will introduce school staff to the Taking Action kit, the Virtual Learning Environment (VLE), and the Knowledgehook platform. Learn how to use these resources to accurately identify your students' needs, personalize your teaching and promote success in mathematics.
    • Differentiation through learning centers: from planning to implementation
      Teachers and support staff will have the opportunity to work out effective differentiated learning centers from their planning. This hands-on workshop will guide staff in creating learning centers adapted to the different levels and needs of your students, whatever their grade. Learn how to use your planning as a basis for designing varied and engaging activities, enabling successful differentiation within your classroom.
  • Happy birthday Joel !

    Happy birthday Joel !

    Full day
    10 novembre, 2024

  • Writing postcards for veterans

    Writing postcards for veterans

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    11 novembre, 2024

    Lunch hour - Library

  • The Evolution of B-Boying dance show

    The Evolution of B-Boying dance show

    Full day
    12 novembre, 2024

  • International Day of Kindness

    International Day of Kindness

    Full day
    13 novembre, 2024

  • World Diabetes Day (blue sweater)

    World Diabetes Day (blue sweater)

    Full day
    14 novembre, 2024

    Lakehead University kiosk

    Lakehead University kiosk

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    14 novembre, 2024

    A representative from Lakehead University will be at the school from 8:30 am to 11:00 am. A table will be set up in the hallway outside the guidance room, where the representative can answer questions from students and others.

    TBDHU - Triple P Positive Parenting Webinar

    TBDHU - Triple P Positive Parenting Webinar

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    14 novembre, 2024

    This webinar series, offered free of charge by the Thunder Bay District Health Unit, helps parents better understand the concepts of positive parenting. The webinars will address some of the most common parenting issues and behaviours that families encounter. They offer brief support to parents who generally manage situations well, but have a concern or two about their child's behavior or development. They can also be a good introduction to positive parenting, encouraging parents to consider further, more in-depth Triple P interventions.

    These webinars are aimed at parents or carers of children aged 2 to 12.

    The series includes three webinars in English onlyEach session lasts 90 minutes, and parents are encouraged to attend all three.

    The seminars will take place via Teams from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. :

    • The Power of Positive Parenting November 14, 2024
    • Raising Confident, Competent Children November 21, 2024
    • Raising Resilient Children November 28, 2024

    For more information and free registration, please contact see the event link.

    More information on the activity

    Introduction to Grade 9

    Introduction to Grade 9

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    14 novembre, 2024

    Meeting to discuss :

    • MyBlueprint
    • General organization of the secondary diploma
    • Course selection

    In the library!

    PPE - Webinar: Caring for your mental health as an immigrant father: challenges and resources

    PPE - Webinar: Caring for your mental health as an immigrant father: challenges and resources

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    14 novembre, 2024

    Webinaire: Santé mentale et immigration

    Collective support for immigrant fathers facing the challenges of integration
    Taking care of your mental health as an immigrant father.

    This webinar proposed by Parent Partners in Education addresses the unique mental health and integration challenges faced by immigrant fathers. It focuses on stress management, social and cultural pressure, and the importance of breaking down the stigma attached to expressing vulnerability. A space for discussion and support to help build a fulfilling life balance.

    Moderators: Papa Ladjiké Diouf and Olivier Engoute, licensed psychotherapists

    >> Find out more and register free of charge

    Family workshop evening

    Family workshop evening

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    14 novembre, 2024

    Details to follow.

    Activities organized by staff members for students and their families.

  • Pedagogical day (Thunder Bay schools and ÉSC des Satellites)

    Pedagogical day (Thunder Bay schools and ÉSC des Satellites)

    Full day
    15 novembre, 2024

    Painting workshop with Yuk Sem Won 4th to 8th

    Painting workshop with Yuk Sem Won 4th to 8th


    15 novembre, 2024

  • Board meeting

    Board meeting

    -
    16 novembre, 2024

  • Arrival of new management

    Arrival of new management

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    18 novembre, 2024

    World Video Game Day

    World Video Game Day

    Full day
    18 novembre, 2024

  • Kiosk at Confederation College

    Kiosk at Confederation College

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    19 novembre, 2024

  • National Child Day

    National Child Day

    Full day
    20 novembre, 2024

    November 20 is National Child Day in Canada.

    It aims to celebrate children as :

    • active participants in their own lives and those of their communities;
    • active citizens who can and must make a significant contribution to the decisions that affect their lives.

    For more information, please visit the Government of Canada website.

  • TBDHU - Triple P Positive Parenting Webinar

    TBDHU - Triple P Positive Parenting Webinar

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    21 novembre, 2024

    This webinar series, offered free of charge by the Thunder Bay District Health Unit, helps parents better understand the concepts of positive parenting. The webinars will address some of the most common parenting issues and behaviours that families encounter. They offer brief support to parents who generally manage situations well, but have a concern or two about their child's behavior or development. They can also be a good introduction to positive parenting, encouraging parents to consider further, more in-depth Triple P interventions.

    These webinars are aimed at parents or carers of children aged 2 to 12.

    The series includes three webinars in English onlyEach session lasts 90 minutes, and parents are encouraged to attend all three.

    The seminars will take place via Teams from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. :

    • The Power of Positive Parenting November 14, 2024
    • Raising Confident, Competent Children November 21, 2024
    • Raising Resilient Children November 28, 2024

    For more information and free registration, please contact see the event link.

    More information on the activity

  • Happy Birthday Declan!

    Happy Birthday Declan!

    Full day
    22 novembre, 2024

    TBHU presentation (11/12)

    TBHU presentation (11/12)

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    22 novembre, 2024

    Thunder Bay Health Unit

    English description:

    Students learn about different types of STBBIs and the ABCs of protecting their own health. This presentation is aligned with the H&PE curriculum.

    Presentation of TBHU (9th)

    Presentation of TBHU (9th)

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    22 novembre, 2024

    Introducing the Thunder Bay Health Unit

    English description:

    Students will look at quality of healthy relationships and warning signs of unhealthy relationships, learn about personal boundaries as well as the importance of receiving consent.

  • Happy Birthday Mr. Joey!

    Happy Birthday Mr. Joey!

    Full day
    24 novembre, 2024

    Happy birthday Michealangelo!

    Happy birthday Michealangelo!

    Full day
    24 novembre, 2024

  • Practical test for the TPCL - 10th

    Practical test for the TPCL - 10th

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    25 novembre, 2024

    This is the practice date for the OSSLT, which will take place in the 10th grade.

  • Practical test for the TPCL - 10th

    Practical test for the TPCL - 10th

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    26 novembre, 2024

    This is the practice date for the TPCL, which will take place in the 10th grade.

    Progress Report Meeting

    Progress Report Meeting

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    26 novembre, 2024

    Parent/teacher meeting

    Parent/teacher meeting

    -
    26 novembre, 2024

  • Parents' meeting (newsletter)

    Parents' meeting (newsletter)

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    27 novembre, 2024

  • Test TPCL - 10th

    Test TPCL - 10th

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    28 novembre, 2024

    Students in class 10e year will be under evaluation.

    TBDHU - Triple P Positive Parenting Webinar

    TBDHU - Triple P Positive Parenting Webinar

    -
    28 novembre, 2024

    This webinar series, offered free of charge by the Thunder Bay District Health Unit, helps parents better understand the concepts of positive parenting. The webinars will address some of the most common parenting issues and behaviours that families encounter. They offer brief support to parents who generally manage situations well, but have a concern or two about their child's behavior or development. They can also be a good introduction to positive parenting, encouraging parents to consider further, more in-depth Triple P interventions.

    These webinars are aimed at parents or carers of children aged 2 to 12.

    The series includes three webinars in English onlyEach session lasts 90 minutes, and parents are encouraged to attend all three.

    The seminars will take place via Teams from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. :

    • The Power of Positive Parenting November 14, 2024
    • Raising Confident, Competent Children November 21, 2024
    • Raising Resilient Children November 28, 2024

    For more information and free registration, please contact see the event link.

    More information on the activity

  • Voyageur Pride Day, wear your T-Shirt or school colors

    Voyageur Pride Day, wear your T-Shirt or school colors

    Full day
    29 novembre, 2024

    Gathering at the canoe

    Gathering at the canoe

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    29 novembre, 2024

    TBHU presentation (11/12)

    TBHU presentation (11/12)

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    29 novembre, 2024

    Introducing Thunder Bay Health Unit

    English description:

    Students learn about different types of contraception, including condom use this presentation is aligned with the H&PE curriculum.

    Presentation of TBHU (9th)

    Presentation of TBHU (9th)

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    29 novembre, 2024

    Introducing the Thunder Bay Health Unit.

    English description:

    Students will learn about different types of contraception, including condom use. This presentation is aligned with the H&PE curriculum.