Category: General

World Down Syndrome Day – March 21st

Tuesday March 21st, is World Down Syndrome Day!  This day is a global awareness day which has been officially observed by the United Nations since 2012.  The date for World Down Syndrome Day is important because it is the 21st day of the 3rd month, which was selected to signify the uniqueness of the triplication (trisomy) of the 21st chromosome which causes Down syndrome.  ... Continue reading "World Down Syndrome Day – March 21st"

Prince of Peace “Catch the Spirit of Christmas” Performances

Prince of Peace is busily preparing for our Christmas Concerts! Multiple concerts means more room for the audience and for parking, and reduced length of concert time during this busy time of year!  Please save the dates/times for the following:

The Junior Christmas Concert will be the evening of Tuesday, December 13th, at 7:00 pm in the school gym.  Parents are ... Continue reading "Prince of Peace “Catch the Spirit of Christmas” Performances"

POP SPIRIT WEEK: Nov 21-24 Bullying Awareness and Prevention Week

The week of November 21st to 25th has been designated as Bullying Awareness and Prevention Week.

As a part of this important awareness week, POP will be having a Spirit Week.  The Spirit Days are as follows:

Monday, November 21st – Hat Day “Put a Lid on Bullying” – wear your favourite Hat.

Tuesday, November 22nd – “Sock it ... Continue reading "POP SPIRIT WEEK: Nov 21-24 Bullying Awareness and Prevention Week"

November 1st – Njacko Backo Presentation for FDK to Grade 4 Classes

Prince of Peace JK to grade 4 classes look forward to welcoming NJACKO BACKO to our school for a special visit on November 1st, thanks to the generosity of sponsors through the Aurora Cultural Centre.

In this interactive performance entitled African Voyage/Voyage Africain, students will learn the important role that music, dance, and storytelling play in everyday life in Cameroon, Central Africa. Students ... Continue reading "November 1st – Njacko Backo Presentation for FDK to Grade 4 Classes"