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Math 3204 HelpUse SHIFT+ENTER to open the menu (new window).
5/14/2012 10:49 AM
Where is it:  https://elive.cdli.ca
 
Classes May 14 - 18
 
See attachment for more details
5/14/2012 10:49 AM
Gambo Sports and Recreation Commission - Summer EmploymentUse SHIFT+ENTER to open the menu (new window).
5/14/2012 10:47 AM
The Gambo Sports and Recreation Commission are now accepting resumes for student summer employment.
 
To be eligible to participate in he Canada SUmmer Jobs initiative individuals must:
* have been registered as full time students in the previous academic year and intend to return to school on a full time basis in the next academic year.
*high five training would be an asset
 
Deadline for submission:: June 1, 2012
 
Please mail or drop of your resume to: Town of Gambo, P.O. Box 250, Gambo, NL, A0G 1T0
5/14/2012 10:47 AM
TUTOR AVAILABLE - High school studentsUse SHIFT+ENTER to open the menu (new window).
5/8/2012 7:25 PM
Amber Dyke (add868@mun.ca) is available for tutoring until the end of the year.  You can contact her for one on one tutoring with you child.  Please note that preference will be given to senior high students - check it out to see if she has available time.
 
She will be at the school during designated times as well.  Contact her for a schedule of such times.  If you have any questions you can call Mme. Barrow at the school or by email at glendenebarrow@ncsd.ca.
 
 
5/8/2012 7:25 PM
Summer Employment OpportunityUse SHIFT+ENTER to open the menu (new window).
5/2/2012 9:12 AM
The Gambo Public Library is now accepting applications to fill their summer SWASP position.
 
Resumes can be dropped off at the library or emailed to dhopkins@nlpl.ca
 
Deadline: May 3, 2012
5/2/2012 9:12 AM
Tutoring Work Experience ProgramUse SHIFT+ENTER to open the menu (new window).
4/30/2012 10:45 AM
Applications are available from Mme Barrow for post-secondary students to earn a weekly stipend plus a tuition voucher for post-secondary education by tutoring high schools students who are preparing for year-end exams. 
 
Applicants must be attending a post-secondary institution and have a good academic standing and good interpersonal skills.  (Prior experience is recommended)
 
Application deadline: Friday, May 4, 2012 at 12:00 Noon.
4/30/2012 10:45 AM
Mathematics Placement Test (MPT) RegistrationUse SHIFT+ENTER to open the menu (new window).
4/25/2012 10:44 AM
Registration is ongoing now ... test to be written on June 2, 2012.
4/25/2012 10:44 AM
Video and Radio ContestUse SHIFT+ENTER to open the menu (new window).
4/25/2012 10:40 AM
Open to all students in grades 7-12 in Newfoundland and Labrador. 
 
Deadline for entries is May 4, 2012.
 
Cash prizes : Video contest (30-90 second video)
Radio contest (30 second ad)
 
Rules and entry form can be found at www.safeworknl.com
 
4/25/2012 10:40 AM
Drama Festival 2012 - GanderUse SHIFT+ENTER to open the menu (new window).
4/17/2012 9:14 AM
Students from Grades 7-11 will be travelling to Gander on Thursday and Friday for the annual drama festival. It will take place at the Smallwood Arts and Culture Centre. Students are responsible for their own meals and rides for both days. If you have any questions then you can contact Mr. Knapman at the school.
4/17/2012 9:14 AM
Environmental Awards ProgramUse SHIFT+ENTER to open the menu (new window).
4/1/2012 8:36 PM
Recognizing outstanding environmental and conservation achievements throughout Newfoundland and Labrador - Variety of categories from Individual, to school to Lifetime achievement.  Visit www.gov.nl.ca/env to find a nomination form. 
 
Nominations must be received by May 1, 2012.
4/1/2012 8:36 PM
Learning Disabilities Association of Newfoundland and LabradorUse SHIFT+ENTER to open the menu (new window).
3/26/2012 11:50 AM
2012 Spring Conference - May 4 - 5, 2012
 
A series of workshops for parents and students centered around gaining a better understanding of learning disabilities and the unique learning styles of individuals with learning disabilities.   For more information visit www.conference.ldanl.ca .  To register call (753-1445), email (conference@ldanl.ca), visit their office (66 Kenmount Rd. - Suite 301) or see their website.
 
3/26/2012 11:50 AM
Grade 9 Parent/Student MeetingUse SHIFT+ENTER to open the menu (new window).
3/14/2012 7:38 PM
On Wednesday, March 21, 2012 there will be a parent meeting for parents of this year's grade 9 class.  The purpose of this meeting is to provide information to parents and students regarding Senior High and the credit system. 
3/14/2012 7:38 PM
WISE - Women in Science and EngineeringUse SHIFT+ENTER to open the menu (new window).
3/14/2012 7:23 PM
42 full time positions are available for women in paid science and Engineering research positions.  It is open to female students who have completed grade 11 and will be returning to high school next fall. 
 
Applications are available from Mme Barrow or online at www.wisenl.ca/ssep.htm .
 
Due date for applications is May 16, 2012.
3/14/2012 7:23 PM
Kiwanis Music FestivalUse SHIFT+ENTER to open the menu (new window).
3/12/2012 10:21 AM
Congratulations to all the students (over 120) who participated in the Kiwanis Music Festival. All students represented their school and the music program in fine fashion. The Primary Choir received 2nd place with 85, the Elementary Choir received 2nd place with 86, the Senior Choir received 2nd place with 85, and the Senior Band received 1st place with 86. As well, the Senior Band was invited to the Festival Highlights Concert on Friday night. Again, great job and keep up the good work!!!!
3/12/2012 10:21 AM
Atlantic Student Journalism AwardsUse SHIFT+ENTER to open the menu (new window).
3/8/2012 9:31 PM
You have a story to tell and we want to hear it.  Whether it's with a pen, a microphone or a camera, you have a story to tell.  And we want to hear it.  Enter the Atlantic Student Journalism Awards.

Open to high school students working in a print, or broadcast medium.  Top prize is $1500.  Second prize is $500.  TOp stories will be published online.  An additional $1500 will be awarded to the winner if he or she enrolls at St. Thomas University. 
Visit www.stu-sja.ca for more details or contact Jacqueline Cormier at (506) 452-0602 or jcormier@stu.ca.
3/8/2012 9:31 PM
Summer Language Camp by CPFUse SHIFT+ENTER to open the menu (new window).
3/8/2012 9:25 PM
A Summer Language camp is being sponsored by the Canadian Parents for French group.  This camp will be held between June 25 - 29, 2012.  It is open to students between the ages of 13-18 years of age. 
 
Application deadline is May 4, 2012.  Applications are available online at www.cpfnl.ca

(THIS IS NOT THE CAMPS SPONSORED BY NOVA CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT FOR GRADES 6, and 7-8)
3/8/2012 9:25 PM
Workplace Safety Video and Radio ContestUse SHIFT+ENTER to open the menu (new window).
3/8/2012 9:21 PM
THis contest is open to all students in grades 7 - 12 in NL.  The video must be a 30 - 90 second video and the radio ad must be a 30 second ad.  Record a rant, create a stop motion film, put yourself in a workplace health and safety situation.

Cash prize: $2000.  Rules and entry form can be found at www.safeworknl.com.
 
Deadline: May 4, 2012
 
 
 
3/8/2012 9:21 PM
Internet SafetyUse SHIFT+ENTER to open the menu (new window).
3/7/2012 2:21 PM
It can get tough raising kids in a digital environment. Visit www.youthprivacy.ca for some useful parent information including  an article entitled "12 Quick Privacy Tips for Parents."
 
Be sure to check out the digital tattoo link.
3/7/2012 2:21 PM
Sweatshirt and pants orderUse SHIFT+ENTER to open the menu (new window).
2/17/2012 2:49 PM
A second order is being placed on March 9th for sweatshirts, sweatpants and toques.  Order forms are available at the office.  Please complete and return to Mme. Barrow on or before that date.
2/17/2012 2:49 PM
Need Chemistry 3202 for post-secondary?Use SHIFT+ENTER to open the menu (new window).
2/17/2012 12:59 PM
Corona College offers Chemistry during the summer months for those who may need it for post-secondary?
 
If you need  more details see Mme Barrow.
2/17/2012 12:59 PM
French Summer BursariesUse SHIFT+ENTER to open the menu (new window).
2/16/2012 2:42 PM
Mme Barrow now has information regarding Summer French Language programs being offered in Quebec this summer for students in grades 9 - 12.  You do not need to be currently enrolled in French to participate.
 
See Mme Barrow for further information and application deadlines.
2/16/2012 2:42 PM
Leaders as ReadersUse SHIFT+ENTER to open the menu (new window).
2/13/2012 10:27 AM
Students in K-6 will be participating in the 'Leaders as Readers' program on March 9, 2012 @ 1:10pm. Community members will be visiting each classroom to read to the students and share the importance of reading to them in their home and work life.
2/13/2012 10:27 AM
Projects AbroadUse SHIFT+ENTER to open the menu (new window).
1/25/2012 2:49 PM
Sends volunteers ages 16 and up to countries to do over 150 different unpaid internships and service projects. 
 
Visit the guidance office or visit www.projects-abroad.ca for more information.
1/25/2012 2:49 PM
URock Volunteer AwardsUse SHIFT+ENTER to open the menu (new window).
1/25/2012 2:46 PM
Recognizes the work of young volunteers across Newfoundland and Labrador.  Visit urockvolunteerawards.ca for more information.
 
Deadline for nominations February 27, 2012
1/25/2012 2:46 PM
Scholarship - Miss Teen Newfoundland and LabradorUse SHIFT+ENTER to open the menu (new window).
1/10/2012 3:20 PM
March 1 - 4, 2012 : Art and Culture Centre St. John's
 
Applications are available at the general office or you can visit www.nfpageants.net.
 
 
1/10/2012 3:20 PM
French Summer BursariesUse SHIFT+ENTER to open the menu (new window).
11/21/2011 8:39 AM
On-line application forms for all of government Explore programs are active immediately.  Open to all Grade 11-12 schools of your district.  This year, paper applications/brochures will not be available. All students will have to apply on line for this program.

The government website www.ed.gov.nl.ca/edu/k12/french/bursaries.html

Visit www.myexplore.ca for more information or to apply.

11/21/2011 8:38 AM
Thank you for your donation to our Samaritan's Purse Shoe BoxesUse SHIFT+ENTER to open the menu (new window).
11/16/2011 9:13 PM
We were able to fill 20 boxes again this year. In addition to these boxes we donated 2 shopping bags of items to the cause.  Thank you for your support. SMALLWOOD ACADEMY LOVES HAVING THE OPPORTUNITY TO GIVE CHILDREN IN OTHER COUNTRIES A REASON TO SMILE!!!
11/16/2011 9:11 PM
Student Council Clothing OrderUse SHIFT+ENTER to open the menu (new window).
11/16/2011 9:08 PM
Starting Thursday, November 17th, clothing orders will be taken by the student council.  Order forms went home with students.  Most sample sizes are available at the school.  Contact Mrs. Barrow if you have any questions.  The final day to order is Thursday, November 24th, 2011
11/16/2011 9:08 PM
Recycle My Cell ChallengeUse SHIFT+ENTER to open the menu (new window).
10/25/2011 8:49 PM
From October 17 - November 17 Smallwood Academy's Student council is participating in a national competition for recycling cell phones.  Last year, schools in NL dominated the national competition with 52 schools recycling more than
3,300 cell phones, representing 90% of the national total.  Our goal is to collect as many out-of-use cell phones as possible and be the school in our region to collect the MOST CELL PHONES (Calculated per student).  If you have any cell phones lying around that you don't need or don't know what to do with please send them in to the school to help out with our total.  A $1000 prize can be won.
10/25/2011 8:48 PM
Samaritan's Purse Christmas Shoe Box driveUse SHIFT+ENTER to open the menu (new window).
10/25/2011 8:43 PM
The Student Council is once again filling Christmas shoe boxes to be sent and distributed to children in less fortunate countries.  Deadline for submission of items to the school is November 7th.  The student council will then fill the boxes and see that they are dropped off at the distribution centre.  For more info visit samaritanspurse.ca
10/25/2011 8:43 PM
Ultimate Dream Job Competition - Use SHIFT+ENTER to open the menu (new window).
10/12/2011 3:51 PM
Are you entering grade 9 in September?  Submit a photo representing your dream job to win a trip to Ottawa to  meet the Honourable Andrew Scheer, Speaker of the House of COmmons on Take Our Kids to Work day!
 
Visit www.dreamjobcontest.ca for more details.
 
Enter to win now.
 
10/12/2011 3:51 PM
First Class e-Learning IncUse SHIFT+ENTER to open the menu (new window).
9/28/2011 9:14 AM
Live and interactive learning is available for K-12 students in Newfoundland and Labrador using a secure online classroom with a virtual whiteboard.  There is also two-way voice communication so that the tutor and the student can talk back and forth to each other.
 
Tutors are teachers, substitute teachers and retired teachers.

To find out more please call 709 579 6282 or view the website at www.firstclasselarning.com.
9/28/2011 9:14 AM
Canadian Citizenship ChallengeUse SHIFT+ENTER to open the menu (new window).
9/28/2011 9:09 AM
Visit www.canadiancitizenshipchallenge.ca for information.  Open to students in grade 7 - 12.
9/28/2011 9:09 AM