Summer Learning Program builds literacy and numeracy skills

Rainbow District School Board is offering a Summer Learning Program to help students in Grades 1 to 5 build literacy and numeracy skills under the guidance of qualified teachers.

Students not only learn reading, writing and mathematics, they also take part in daily physical activities, play interactive games, go on field trips and meet interesting visitors from the community.

The Summer Learning Program will take place from July 4 to 22, 2016 at four schools – A.B. Ellis Public School, Chelmsford Public School, Little Current Public School and Lansdowne Public School.
The program is being presented in partnership with the Council of Directors of Education (CODE).

Interested families in Rainbow District School Board are welcome to contact their child’s school to enquire about registration. Enrolment is based on the recommendation of parents/guardians, teachers and administrators.

There is no cost to participate and transportation will be available. Pick up will be provided at a number of locations for students attending outside of their home school area.

“This program will support primary and junior students who are currently achieving below the provincial standard,” says Director of Education Norm Blaseg. “Students will have an opportunity to maintain and increase their literacy and numeracy skills while engaging in fun activities. There is also a focus on Aboriginal culture.”

This is the sixth year in which Rainbow District School Board has offered programs during the summer to support and supplement student achievement.

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Media Contact:

Nicole Charette, Senior Advisor,
Corporate Communications and Strategic Planning,
Rainbow District School Board, 705-674-3171, ext. 7217.