This section contains information regarding Council of Commissioner News,
Director General and Council Chairperson reports and other administrative updates.

D.G.’s Report:

March

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Roch Carrier Visits Sherbrooke Academy Jr.’s Grade 2

Sherbrooke Academy Junior Campus

by Dan Mullins

On a suitably cold and snowy winter’s day in February, famed author of the children’s classic “The Hockey Sweater,” Roch Carrier, visited the Grade 2 classes of Sherbrooke Academy Junior.

BHS Students Connecting with Local Seniors

Beaconsfield High School

by Helena Tsitouras

Beaconsfield High School grade 7 students recently participated in a project that connected them with senior citizens in their community. The idea started as an entrepreneurship project by four students.

Événement Passion Pop de Saint-Thomas

école secondaire Saint-Thomas

par Isabelle Alarie

Inspirés par le modèle d’événements culturels populaires, les élèves ont préparés des ateliers sur des sujets qui les passionnent.
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Pearson Family Fun Run

The Lester B. Pearson School Board

by the Pearson Family Fun Run Planning Committee

On May 7, we would be delighted if you joined us at the 10th annual edition of the Pearson Family Fun Run/walk.
Have you signed up yet? The event is only a few weeks away!

Students Shine at Clearpoint IB Exhibition

Clearpoint Elementary School

by Dan Mullins

Earlier this month, the Clearpoint Elementary School gym in Pointe Claire was buzzing and filled with students, parents, community members, teachers, administrators, school board staff, and a mayor.

Evergreen Almost Halfway to a Million Tabs

Evergreen Elementary School

by Julie Liebman

A few years ago, Reagan Neidan decided to launch a very unique fundraising project with her students. The goal was to raise 1 million soda can tabs for a Montreal charity.

April is for More Than Just Awareness About Autism!

The Student Services Department

by the Centre of Excellence for Autism

Autism Awareness, Acceptance, Appreciation, Empowerment, and Advocacy Month! Formerly known as Autism Awareness Month, the focus is now shifting.

Maple Grove’s Environmental Change Makers

Maple Grove Elementary School

by Karina Iermieri

In December, a group of grade 3 students from Maple Grove Elementary participated in a hands-on candle making workshop with the support of Alvéole, a nature-based bee program.

A Lunch Club for Everyone at Christmas Park

Christmas Park Elementary School

by Martha Farley

It may be cold outside during the winter, but inside Christmas Park we are warm and cozy. Our students have the privilege of enjoying several lunch clubs which are run by wonderful lunch staff.

Mac High Hosts First Ever Writing Contest

Macdonald High School

by Amanda McCulloch

The school has a long-standing tradition of public speaking, but not everyone is comfortable with standing up in front of their peers and delivering resounding speeches.

Teens Taking Action!

The Lester B. Pearson School Board

by Darren Becker

On March 29th, students from different LBPSB high schools gathered to address key issues that are important to them as part of the Teen Leadership Summit.

Every Person can Learn. Every Person has a Right to Learn.

The Pearson Educational Foundation

by Dan Mullins

The Pearson Educational Foundation offers an award named after Ms. Manson is offered to one graduating student graduating from each of the Lester B. Pearson School Board’s schools and centres.

On the St. Patrick’s Day Float with Terry Fox Elementary

The Lester B. Pearson School Board

by Cindy Finn

Participating in the St. Patrick’s Day parade is a time-honoured Lester B. Pearson tradition; every year, our school board typically has a float in the parade featuring high school students. Not this year.

Horizon Leadership Students Care for Kids

Horizon High School

by Dan Mullins

Horizon students have been filling tote bags with essential but fun and individually selected items that they feel children in care would benefit from.

A Daily Musical Celebration

Terry Fox Elementary School

by Douglas Stewart

Our school is fortunate to have an exceptional team of teachers and support staff. One is singled out here, someone who has brought something exceptional to our school community, Corey Craigmyle.

LCCHS & Allion Pay it Forward

LaSalle Community Comprehensive High & Allion Elementary Schools

by Megan Hughes

A couple of quick paragraphs describe a positive initiative! While it was never intended to be an article, we got wind of this, and thought it might brighten someone’s day.

PEF Newsletter

The Pearson Educational Foundation

by the Pearson Educational Foundation

We are overjoyed that Spring is in fact springing! A few updates from your foundation.
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Rhymes’ Canoe

The Lester B. Pearson School Board

by Dan Mullins

When Tom Rhymes retired from the LBPSB, he was quite clear he didn’t want a lot of attention. So how did he end up receiving a canoe at a reception in his honour?

The Extraordinary John Mackett has Left the Building

The Pearson Adult & Career Centre, Adult Eductaion

by Sonia Ruivo

The beloved history teacher at PACC Adult recently retired after 35 years of teaching. John is known for his mischievous smile, easy-going manner, and dedication to his students.

This section contains recurring features that will periodically appear in The Pearson News. Here we present the Top 10 List, Press Review, Wellness Matters, and A Peek at the Canvas.

Top 10 List: Board Wide Events

Wellness Matters

A Peek at the Canvas: Frank Speaks to Jeff Schouella, Comedian

With spring in the air, the Grade 11 Photography students at PCHS would like to remind us that it’s a great time to be “tourists” in our own city! Hop on the Metro, visit your favourite park, stop for some plane spotting, catch a museum exhibit, or grab a bite to eat! The possibilities are endless – where will your city adventure take you?

Habitat 67 by Autumn Budzyna-Sturrock, Mehar Ahmad, Constanza Canales-Gomez

John Abbott College by Madison Krackovitch-Pellatt, Nelson Leduc

La Ronde by Caleb Swiercz, Julian Haddock, Alex Gibson-Gunaratnam

Montreal Museum of Fine Arts (chandelier) by Hailey Jeffries, Sarah Muller

Mount Royal Cemetery (gate) by Cassidy Thompson, Maya Smilestein, Zaara Bikhari

Old Port (train tracks) by Gabriel Jutras

St. Joachim Pointe-Claire (red door, gold statue) by Gabriella Mayer, Keira Patel

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Submit your stories to: dmullins@lbpsb.qc.ca

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