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SSCS IS HOME TO: PRIME MINISTER’S AWARD FOR EXCELLENCE IN TEACHING NOMINEE
We are pleased to announce that our own Kate Richer, Owls’ teacher, has been nominated for the prestigious, national Prime Minister’s Excellence in Teaching award. Candidates must meet qualifications in 5 extensive areas of teaching, including innovative and exemplary teaching practices, student skill development and student achievement and participation. Award winners will be chosen in 2012, and recipients will enjoy an all expenses paid trip to Ottawa to share best practices and be honoured by the Prime Minister.
Kate is in her seventh year of teaching at Salt Spring Centre School. During that time she has taught various grade levels ranging from 3 thru 6. She has developed and implemented the project based, service oriented, Leadership Program for students in the intermediate class. This program empowers students to make a difference in the world in which they live.
Kate is a great teacher and a worthy nominee but don’t take our word for it. Listen to what her past students and parents have to say… “By setting high expectations of behaviour, academic achievement, and leadership, she made us the best we could be.” (Jacob Richardson) “Kate is one of those rare teachers who is able to establish a genuine connection with each individual student, ensuring that her students feel safe and cared for in her classroom; recognise the strengths and challenges in learning of each of her students; and tailor teaching plans to students’ individual needs.” (Leonie Muldoon)
CONSIDER YOUR OPTIONS
The Centre School offers Kindergarten to Grade 6, PLUS a pre-Kindergarten program — we have small class sizes so space is limited. If you are interested please contact us or download enrolment documents right from the web-site.
