Strategies for Summer for Parents of Children up to age 12
Saanich Neighbourhood PlaceJoin us and connect with other parents to share ideas and strategies to help keep our kids engaged and stress free this summer.
Join us and connect with other parents to share ideas and strategies to help keep our kids engaged and stress free this summer.
Presented by Amy Schactman, Clinical Coordinator and Lorna Mace, Social Worker at the Foundry Victoria School is out - How can we support our kids throughout the summer if they struggle with stress and anxiety? Amy and Lorna will present on how stress affects our kid's thoughts, bodies and behaviours.... Read more
Parents, youth and community are invited to join the conversation!
Take the next step in becoming a leader in social justice initiatives! Join Project Respect and a diverse group of other awesome young folks this summer for discussions, projects, art, theatre, and more! Every two weeks we’ll get together to explore topics related to the harm and sometimes violence that... Read more
CampOUT! is for youth aged 14-21 who identify as queer, trans, two-spirit, intersex, asexual, lesbian, gay, genderqueer, questioning, or as allies to the LGBTQ2S+ community. Some of our campers identify as LGBTQ, some as children of gay parents, or as siblings of LGBTQ individuals, some as Two-Spirit indigenous people. Other... Read more
Victoria's Pride Parade is a beautiful display of diversity, spirit, creativity and unity. Greater Victoria School District will be participating in the Pride Parade with a float and walking contingent. If you would like to join us please connect with the GSA representative in your local school. Pride Parade... Read more
Who requires Glucagon Training?
The training of staff is required only if you have diabetic students with Glucagon kits. Glucagon kits are not mandatory and it is recommended that you check with parents to determine if they intend to purchase a kit. The most appropriate staff to attend the training are those who are directly responsible for the student’s diabetic needs. It is recommended that you have two staff at your school that can administer glucagon if required.
Are you a youth struggling with anxiety? You are not alone! Find peer support and mentors who will help you explore new strategies in a fun, safe and supportive outdoor setting. Situated in beautiful local parks, youth will have the chance to participate in yoga, hiking, invasive species art project, nature connection, mindfulness and... Read more
Register your child for the 8-week Allergy Pals/Allies online mentorship program so they can: Build a support network by connecting with other children who have food allergies Learn strategies for managing their food allergies Feel more confident managing their food allergies
Red Cross Respect Education invites you to a 7-hour training for PHE 10 and other interested teachers. Please join us at no charge for this one-day workshop based on the ERAC-certified Healthy Youth Relationships course developed by the Canadian Red Cross. This training will help PHE 10 teachers meet the... Read more
Orange Shirt Day is an opportunity for First Nations, local governments, schools and community agencies to come together in the spirit of reconciliation and hope for generations of children to come. You can find learning resources and teaching guides on the Orange Shirt Day website.
A fun and free week-long campaign that celebrates and encourages students and their families to choose active travel for all or part of their usual commute to school. The campaign includes events, travel tracking, resources and support for schools and parents, including information on the benefits of active travel and... Read more
Farm 2 School annual Grant Writing Workshop with Whole Foods Market. We are encouraging teams of two or more from schools to attend. The two grants available this year are the school garden grant (2K) and the pollinator garden grant (2K). You are able to apply for any grant that... Read more
SD 61 Learning Support Team is excited to be providing this opportunity for Counsellors and Learning Support teachers in our district to hear from some of the helping agencies in our community.
On October 18 at 10:18 a.m., millions of people worldwide will practice how to “Drop, Cover and Hold On” during Great ShakeOut Earthquake Drills. British Columbians can join by registering for the 2018 Great British Columbia ShakeOut.
All sessions will share a connection to Aboriginal Worldviews and Perspectives including topics covering: Math, Science, Literacy, P.E. First Peoples’ Games and Activities Marc Albany’s Cultural Walk Digital Storytelling Place-Based Learning Self-Regulation Aboriginal Arts Métis History and so much more! Registration information coming soon!
The Youth Food Gathering is an annual event that brings together youth between the ages of 14-24. Participants enjoy hands-on workshops on the subjects of cooking, gardening, local food, culturally diverse food, healthy food, nutrition, and so much more.