Special Education Night at Emily Carr Secondary School

Students who are moving from Grade 8 to Grade 9 often face new challenges, questions and concerns, especially for students with an IEP.

As such, the Special Education Department at Emily Carr S.S. is pleased to offer a 

Welcome to Grade 9 Event for incoming students with an IEP and their parents

on May 4 from 6:30 to 8:00 pm.

During that evening senior ECSS students will lead a tour and talk about high school with Grade 8 students, while parents receive information about high school and special education support along with a tour of the school. 

Please see the attached flyer for more details.

Grade 8 Opportunity- Register for L1 YRDSB International Language Credit!

Why Study International Languages at High School? 
Language is our connection with our community and the world. Through language we identify the world around us, express our concerns and hopes, and share our experiences and ideas. 

Learning another language… 
* can enhance intellectual functioning 
* strengthens first language skills and facilitates learning additional languages 
* creates pride in one’s own cultural background and better understanding of other cultures 
* enhances career options (source: http://www.ilea.ca 03/11/15)

So what are you waiting for Grade 8s?! 
Now is the time to take advantage of this opportunity and register for a Level 1 YRDSB International Language CREDIT course of your choice! We offer CREDIT courses in 13 languages at 4 high schools. 

Celebrating AUTISM AWARENESS Month!

We are CELEBRATING Autism Awareness Month at Blue Willow P.S.!!!  All of our students and staff contributed their unique piece of empowerment for Autism, that will help to connect us all in building inclusive and supportive relationships.  We encourage you to learn more about Autism by visiting autismontario.com or by joining our staff at Nathan Phillips Square on Sunday, June 5 for the 3km Autism Speaks Canada Walk.  If you would like to join the Blue Willow Team please visit asca.convio.net and JOIN us!

Social Networking Presentation TIPS for Staying Safe

Thank you to our Blue Willow School Council and our TELUS presenters for hosting a very informative presentation on Social Networking Safety.  We engaged in rich learning and conversation about how we can empower ourselves and our children to manage social media safety and privacy features.  Special thanks to our presenters: Joseph and Lorraine, who shared such valuable safety practices and protocols that will help develop critical thinking skills and good judgement for all tech users.

DIGITAL Safety Tips include: 
* Lock your phone - set and change passwords regularly
* Don't open attachments from unknown sources
* Use of wireless hotspots - know your security options at public hotspots
* Manage locations settings
* Update system regularly - use firewalls and router security (anti-spyware software)
* Ensure SECURE connections when shopping or banking online

LAST DAY TO REGISTER!!!!

THURSDAY, APRIL 7, 2016
7:00 - 8:00 p.m.
Social Networking Safety Presentation for Parents

*Child Minding Available Upon Request

Reserve your seat: http://goo.gl/forms/gcRGxZ9C4l

RESERVE YOUR SEAT!!!

BLUE WILLOW P.S.

Social Networking Safety
Presentation by TELUS  

              Thursday, April 7, 2016                 7:00-8:00 pm

REGISTER: http://goo.gl/forms/gcRGxZ9C4l

Child Minding Available Upon Request

Blue Willow School Council Invites YOU to Join Us on April 7, 2016

PARENTS, GUARDIANS, and COMMUNITY MEMBERS:
Join us for a NOT-TO-BE-MISSED

**FREE** Wise Internet & Smartphone Education session!

Registration: http://goo.gl/forms/gcRGxZ9C4l