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GYPSD full week kindergarten pilot program
by Mikaela Kuefler much stronger and ready to face the challenges of will continue to accept children on any of the days
school. It's our goal to help our kids be as strong of they'll be off school and will not be impacted
This September, the Grande Yellowhead Public learners as they can be," said Freedman. financially by the change.
School Division will run a fulltime, five days a Research shows that having a quality, five day "Children who are in kindergarten are paying the
week kindergarten pilot program in Edson and program, can support students. "There's been a same rate as the out of school care children. We just
Hinton elementary schools instead of the full day, change over in GYPSD with a real focus on provide a bit of extra service to parents who have
enhanced kindergarten they've run four days a inclusive learning on how we can help our students children in kindergarten," said Daycare Society
week for the last several years. be successful learners," said Freedman. Manager Joan Olson.
"GYPSD has looked at a variety of different Vanier Community Catholic School has had a full The number of hours worked by employees in the
things. Families were looking for assistance in day, every day kindergarten program since the daycare will also be unaffected by the change.
helping their children learn to be more prepared for 2011-2012 school year. Before that, they offered "The daycare centre staff flex between the age
grade one. This is based on community and family both a full and a half day program. groups and different programs because we have a
responses," said Communication Services Manager "We were finding that it was what most parents preschool, toddler, and an infant program. Staff
Nikki Gilks. preferred. We noticed that the half day program rotate between the various rooms. They have
"If we can give our kids a really strong program, was not as popular as the full day program", said different duties during the day when children are
five days a week, we can really increased their Vice Principal Dawn Melnyk. not here and other duties when the out of school
literacy and self regulation skills. We know that if Since the school has initiated the program, they children are here. The planning would continue,
kids can read at a young age and get those skills to have noticed that the transition from kindergarten such as room preparation and supporting other staff
get higher grades and better attendance, they will into grade one is seamless. in the other programs," said Olson.
have more academic success as they get older. If "The kids are used to being here. They're used to "It's nice to have consistency in the region,
kids can better self regulate, all the research shows their routine, they're comfortable, and they're ready. especially for organizations like ours. The one
that as they get to be adults, they can use those They have more of an opportunity to work with thing that all of us in daycare would like to see is
skills and become really strong functioning," said grade one teachers and the grade one class because consistency across the province because it seems
Learning Services Supervisor Nancy Freedman. we do a lot of buddying up here. We are also able that there are varying priorities in the school
Another advantage of having a five day a week to have more flexibility with programming because divisions. I think consistency between communities
kindergarten is that children will have a lot of they're here for longer periods of time," said is really important and maybe all across the
opportunities to build social skills with peers. Melnyk. province," said Olson.
"As they move into grade one, they'll be that In light of the changes, the Edson Daycare society
BILL MITCHELL
Edson RCMP respond to NORTH NEW TRUCK SALES
fatal collision on Highway 16 Western Star Trucks (North) Ltd.
26124 TWP Road 531A
Acheson, AB T7X 5A1
On March 10, 2017 in the morning hours, Police over the roadways. A RCMP Collision bmitchell@wsnorth.com
responded to a rear end collision between a Reconstructionist attended the scene to assist with www.wsnorth.com
passenger vehicle and a semi-tractor in the the investigation.
eastbound lanes. Upon arrival police found the sole Edson RCMP have spoken to witnesses but are
occupant of the passenger vehicle deceased. continuing to investigate while awaiting the results Toll Free 1-800-252-7500
The collision resulted in one lane of the of the autopsy. The next of kin have been notified; Phone: 780-453-3452 Cell: 780-984-2224
eastbound highway being blocked while the however, Police will not be releasing the name of
investigation took place. At the time of the collision the deceased.
Summers Drilling
there was a light snowfall with some snow blowing Summers Drilling
Water Well Drilling
Annual Trade Show filling up quickly Water Well Drilling
A proud Alberta business, since 1917, oud Alberta business, since 1917,
by Deanna Mitchener The event is a little shy on food vendors this year A pr
and the Chamber is hoping more will call to book a Summers Drilling specializes in water well
Summers Drilling specializes in water well
The Annual Trade Show is just around the corner spot. drilling and water well r
drilling and water well repairs. epairs.
with the event planned for April 21 and 22 at All those with early registrations had a chance to
Repsol Place. be entered for a 50% off registration fee draw. The
Spots are filling up quickly, so there will be lots lucky winner was the Edson Fish and Game.
of booths to check out during the show. The Edson Chamber is always looking for more
Mark your calendars, tell your friends, and plan businesses to join as members. If you are in
on getting the family out to see what activities, business and would like to be a strong voice for
information, and fun the Trade Show has to offer your community, think about becoming a member.
this year. There is always an open invitation for their
There is still a few spots open, so if you are monthly Chamber meetings to network with other
looking to promote your business during the Trade business people and to discuss the advantages of 4405 50 str 780-963-1282
780-963-1282
4405 50 streeteet
Show, all you have to do is call the Chamber office joining. Call the Chamber to see when the next Stony Plain, AB www.summersdrilling.com.summersdrilling.com
www
Stony Plain, AB
at 780-723-4918. meeting is scheduled and join in the conversation.
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Edson, AB T7E 1C2
Fax: (780) 723-3552
THE WEEKLY ANCHOR
PAGE 4 MONDAY MARCH 20, 2017 MONDAY JULY 4, 2016 PAGE 2
GYPSD full week kindergarten pilot program
by Mikaela Kuefler much stronger and ready to face the challenges of will continue to accept children on any of the days
school. It's our goal to help our kids be as strong of they'll be off school and will not be impacted
This September, the Grande Yellowhead Public learners as they can be," said Freedman. financially by the change.
School Division will run a fulltime, five days a Research shows that having a quality, five day "Children who are in kindergarten are paying the
week kindergarten pilot program in Edson and program, can support students. "There's been a same rate as the out of school care children. We just
Hinton elementary schools instead of the full day, change over in GYPSD with a real focus on provide a bit of extra service to parents who have
enhanced kindergarten they've run four days a inclusive learning on how we can help our students children in kindergarten," said Daycare Society
week for the last several years. be successful learners," said Freedman. Manager Joan Olson.
"GYPSD has looked at a variety of different Vanier Community Catholic School has had a full The number of hours worked by employees in the
things. Families were looking for assistance in day, every day kindergarten program since the daycare will also be unaffected by the change.
helping their children learn to be more prepared for 2011-2012 school year. Before that, they offered "The daycare centre staff flex between the age
grade one. This is based on community and family both a full and a half day program. groups and different programs because we have a
responses," said Communication Services Manager "We were finding that it was what most parents preschool, toddler, and an infant program. Staff
Nikki Gilks. preferred. We noticed that the half day program rotate between the various rooms. They have
"If we can give our kids a really strong program, was not as popular as the full day program", said different duties during the day when children are
five days a week, we can really increased their Vice Principal Dawn Melnyk. not here and other duties when the out of school
literacy and self regulation skills. We know that if Since the school has initiated the program, they children are here. The planning would continue,
kids can read at a young age and get those skills to have noticed that the transition from kindergarten such as room preparation and supporting other staff
get higher grades and better attendance, they will into grade one is seamless. in the other programs," said Olson.
have more academic success as they get older. If "The kids are used to being here. They're used to "It's nice to have consistency in the region,
kids can better self regulate, all the research shows their routine, they're comfortable, and they're ready. especially for organizations like ours. The one
that as they get to be adults, they can use those They have more of an opportunity to work with thing that all of us in daycare would like to see is
skills and become really strong functioning," said grade one teachers and the grade one class because consistency across the province because it seems
Learning Services Supervisor Nancy Freedman. we do a lot of buddying up here. We are also able that there are varying priorities in the school
Another advantage of having a five day a week to have more flexibility with programming because divisions. I think consistency between communities
kindergarten is that children will have a lot of they're here for longer periods of time," said is really important and maybe all across the
opportunities to build social skills with peers. Melnyk. province," said Olson.
"As they move into grade one, they'll be that In light of the changes, the Edson Daycare society
BILL MITCHELL
Edson RCMP respond to NORTH NEW TRUCK SALES
fatal collision on Highway 16 Western Star Trucks (North) Ltd.
26124 TWP Road 531A
Acheson, AB T7X 5A1
On March 10, 2017 in the morning hours, Police over the roadways. A RCMP Collision bmitchell@wsnorth.com
responded to a rear end collision between a Reconstructionist attended the scene to assist with www.wsnorth.com
passenger vehicle and a semi-tractor in the the investigation.
eastbound lanes. Upon arrival police found the sole Edson RCMP have spoken to witnesses but are
occupant of the passenger vehicle deceased. continuing to investigate while awaiting the results Toll Free 1-800-252-7500
The collision resulted in one lane of the of the autopsy. The next of kin have been notified; Phone: 780-453-3452 Cell: 780-984-2224
eastbound highway being blocked while the however, Police will not be releasing the name of
investigation took place. At the time of the collision the deceased.
Summers Drilling
there was a light snowfall with some snow blowing Summers Drilling
Water Well Drilling
Annual Trade Show filling up quickly Water Well Drilling
A proud Alberta business, since 1917, oud Alberta business, since 1917,
by Deanna Mitchener The event is a little shy on food vendors this year A pr
and the Chamber is hoping more will call to book a Summers Drilling specializes in water well
Summers Drilling specializes in water well
The Annual Trade Show is just around the corner spot. drilling and water well r
drilling and water well repairs. epairs.
with the event planned for April 21 and 22 at All those with early registrations had a chance to
Repsol Place. be entered for a 50% off registration fee draw. The
Spots are filling up quickly, so there will be lots lucky winner was the Edson Fish and Game.
of booths to check out during the show. The Edson Chamber is always looking for more
Mark your calendars, tell your friends, and plan businesses to join as members. If you are in
on getting the family out to see what activities, business and would like to be a strong voice for
information, and fun the Trade Show has to offer your community, think about becoming a member.
this year. There is always an open invitation for their
There is still a few spots open, so if you are monthly Chamber meetings to network with other
looking to promote your business during the Trade business people and to discuss the advantages of 4405 50 str 780-963-1282
780-963-1282
4405 50 streeteet
Show, all you have to do is call the Chamber office joining. Call the Chamber to see when the next Stony Plain, AB www.summersdrilling.com.summersdrilling.com
www
Stony Plain, AB
at 780-723-4918. meeting is scheduled and join in the conversation.
EDSON DRY CLEANERS
FOR RENTOR RENT
F
DUCT CLEANING P INSTALLATIONS P
SALES SERVICE P
SHEET METAL
Approx. Furnace & Water Heater * Furnaces Replacement
* Furnaces/Air Conditioners
Repairs & Replacements
1,000 sq. ft. Financing Available OAC * Residential Heating Packages
* Electronic Air Cleaners
110 50 Street 780-728-4584 * Humidifiers/Air Exchangers
* Furnaces Replacement
* Sheet Metal Work
* Furnaces/Air Conditioners
www.freedomfurnace.com FREE ESTIMATES
* Residential Heating Packages
* Electronic Air Cleaners
Conveniently located to serve www.readsheating.ca
* Humidifiers/Air Exchangers
780-517-2727 Edson, Niton Junction, Email: Cameron@readsheating.com
780-517-2727
* Sheet Metal Work
FREE ESTIMATES
Wildwood, Evansburg,
(David)
(David) Mayerthorpe, Entwistle 4640 3 Avenue Authorized Dealer Phone: (780) 723-3553
Edson, AB T7E 1C2
Fax: (780) 723-3552
