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What's New at the PCHS Trades and Skills Center
Construction Worker Preparation Program
On Tuesday, Dec. 13, sixteen high school students received their certificates in Construction Worker Preparation from the Saskatchewan Indian Institute of Technology (SIIT).
Julie Bedel, Career Counselor and Trades & Skills Coordinator, welcomed everyone to the celebration. Randy Jordan, Instructor of the program, then introduced the students and Deanna Gaetz from Carlton Trail Regional College and Elvis Kambeitz from SIIT presented the certificates. Larry Bedel, Superintendent of Schools, closed the program with thanks to the partners who support the program, the parents and guests for coming and especially the students for taking the opportunity to learn skills that will last them a lifetime.
Each student was able to earn the following certification during the program: Construction Worker Prep (SIIT), Red Cross Standard First Aid/CPR/AED, Fall Protection, WHMIS, Life Skills and Employability Skills including development of a portfolio. They will also be able to use the 200 hours they were in the program towards their apprenticeship, should they choose to pursue their journey person status after high school.
Travel & Tourism Program
On Friday, December 16th from 2-4 P.M., the Canadian Academy of Travel and Tourism students at Punnichy Community High School hosted a Christmas Tea. The goal of the Tea was to get community members into the school so students could demonstrate their event planning skills The students, who are in Level I of the program, are required to have twenty-five volunteer hours to earn their certificate. It also gives students the opportunity to hone their food service and preparation skills so they will have a foundation for using the same skills needed when they enter Levels II and Gold of the program, in which they will be participating in a Mock Restaurant.
The 11 students spent a number of days preparing decorations, sending out invitations, baking, and creating a program. There were sandwiches, cupcakes, cookies, and cake served at the event, along with a number of beverages. All who came out to the event had a great time!
The Trades and Skills Centre will start up again March 5, 2012 with the offering of Carpentry (Framing) from SIAST brokered by Carlton Trail Regional College and the Travel & Tourism Program certified by the Canadian Academy of Travel & Tourism. Both programs will run full time from March 5 – June 29, 2012. Please call Julie Bedel at 835-2140 or 554-4172 for more information regarding either of these programs.
The Horizon School Division December 2011
Seasons Greetings From The Board of Education
Jim Hack Board Chair |
Once again we have realized a very successful year in Horizon School Division and we have clearly grown as a team. I cannot stress enough how much we value and respect the people that make up the Horizon Team. The success of our students would not be possible without the hard work and dedication of our staff who work tirelessly to provide a quality education. As we look forward to the festive season and the promise of a new year, I rest assured that Horizon students are in great hands. We recognize and applaud our staff and partners for
your commitment to education, and offer a sincere thank you for your part in shaping our identity and for being a part of making Horizon School Division “A Community of Learning and Achieving.” On behalf of the Horizon School Division Board of Education, I wish you all a truly Merry Christmas and a Safe and Prosperous New Year.
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A Message From The Director of Education
Marc Danylchuk Director of Education |
As we prepare for the upcoming holiday season I invite you to take some time to reflect on all the positive things that have happened across our Division in 2011 and to celebrate the successes we have achieved together. We have faced many challenges over the past few years, and due to the excellence of our staff and dedication of our stakeholders, our students continue to achieve success. For this I offer a sincere thank you. We have turned many corners since January, 2006 and successfully built this school division by working diligently
to turn challenges into opportunities. It saddens me to announce that the seemingly endless gauntlet of challenges will continue for Horizon. In April of 2011, the Minister of Education informed our Board that Horizon will experience very difficult fiscal circumstances for the next two to three years. We must heed the warning from the Ministry and take the time to think about our future. The Horizon senior management is determined to seek solutions to ensure maximum efficiency without sacrificing effectiveness. We must work together to become nimble and proactive. We believe the best approach is to be strategic and collaborative and find the solutions that continue to turn challenges into opportunities. While reflecting on the success we have achieved I invite you to do some visioning. What does the future of Horizon School Division look like? We value the critical partnerships that we share with our staff, stakeholders, parents and partners in education and we invite your input into shaping our future. The onset of a New Year is a time of renewed hope and vigor following a much deserved break. This is the perfect time to begin our revolution of change. By providing input, you are choosing to engage and become involved in building a brighter future for our communities and the students of
Horizon School Division. As we begin the festive season and embark on a new future I would like recognize the hard work of our Horizon Staff, the support of parents and communities, and the dedication of our partners in education. It is due to your efforts that Horizon School Division will continue to be “A Community of Learning and Achieving.”. On behalf of the staff and students at Horizon School Division I wish you and your family a joyous Christmas and a safe and happy new year. |
Please submit your stories for the Celebration Items to:
Ken Sogge
Communications Manager
Horizon School Division No. 205
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