Kitchissippi times february 16, 2017 by great river. Elmdale elementary school is a public elementary school located in springdale, ar in the springdale school district. Elmdale bookfest february 27, 28 champlain park community. The school is known for its gifted student program their graphic design and communication focus program. Elmdale public school ottawa, ontario academic rankings. Bookfest, elmdale public schools iconic annual secondhand book sale. Bookfest 2016 at elmdale public school ottawa family. Bookfest 2016 at elmdale public school ottawa family living.
Elmdale public school was built in 1928 and is nestled in an established residential neighbourhood. Oct 06, 2014 awardwinning author of adult and childrens books is expected to make an appearance at the elmdale school s bookfest. Elmdale is so closely tied to the history of west ottawa, and woven into the. Bookfest, elmdale public schools annual usedbook sale, brings together the magic of reading with the creativity of an entire community and beyond. It derives its name from the abundant and attractive tree growth once prevalent on the school grounds.
Feb 05, 2015 while it will surprise no one that, after nearly 25 years of annual festivities, elmdale public schools bookfest will be returning on feb. Frances itani finds satisfaction in childrens literature. Elmwood school is an independent day school for girls located in ottawa, teaching girls from prekindergarten to grade 12. Join us for the elmdale bookfest on february 24,2017. Bookfest, elmdale public school s annual usedbook sale, brings together the magic of reading with the creativity of an entire community and beyond. Elmdales bookfest 2020 will be held february 20 to 22 at fisher park. Elmdale elementary school is the 80th largest public school in arkansas and the 12,234th largest nationally. For those new to elmdale, bookfest is a long running used book sale, celebration of literacy and community event. From february 23 february 24, bookfilled tables will line elmdale s school gym, creating bustling aisles of eager bargain hunters looking for a good read in support of a good cause. Hanover is a studentcentred school division striving for excellence while developing skills and promoting values for a productive and wholesome life.
The official twitter account of the elmdale school council. Kindly speak clearly and leave your childs full name. The ottawa international animation festival oiaf competition component has come to an end with its award ceremonies, held this evening at st. Elmdale public school students and their families, teachers and staff are busy getting ready for one of ottawas biggest used book sales of the. The original school structure was expanded in 1948 and again in 1972 to provide extra classrooms, a gymnasium and library.
Elmsdale disambiguation this disambiguation page lists articles about distinct geographical locations with the. Bookfest was first held in march of 1982, earning the school about. Technology is the reality for the new generations but, to learn that theres nothing like holding a book in your hands or listening to one read aloud, is a gift of profound proportion. With that in mind, heres whats happening around ottawa this weekend. Elmdale school s annual bookfest is a diamond aimed at engendering a love of books and reading in a generation accustomed to technology. Elmdales bookfest at a new location this year kitchissippi. Merivale high school mhs is a secondary school, located on merivale road in ontario, canada. Families at elmdale and the wider community donate their used books which are organized for a huge, three day book sale. Lots more information will be coming in the weeks to come. Bookfest returns to elmdale public school kitchissippi times. Please call the main office if your child will be absent. Read rosemount goes to elmdale school bookfest feb 1819. Read and subscribe to the latest news and articles from ottawa citizen. The name elmdale was selected because of the large number of elm trees in the area.
From february 23 february 24, bookfilled tables will line elmdales school gym, creating bustling aisles of eager bargain hunters looking for a good read in support of a good cause. Elmdale bookfest 2019 february 2223 bookfest, elmdale public schools iconic annual secondhand book sale, is an opportunity to find a great read while supporting a good cause. This years bookfest runs on friday 99 and saturday 94. Bookfest is elmdale public schools annual celebration of books. These plans have now stalled, and it appears unlikely elmdale will be significantly renewed in the near future. It enrolls 622 students in grades 1st through 12th. Elmdale school council funds sessions with victoria for all of our students every year. This year we combine this great secondhand book sale and its low, low prices, with special appearances and readings by some of ottawas bestknown authors.
Poland and canada take top prizes at the ottawa international. Jan 25, 2019 bookfest, elmdale public schools iconic annual secondhand book sale, is an opportunity to find a great read while supporting a good cause. The bookfest committee is looking for a volunteer to coordinate the author readings that take place at the school during the week leading up to bookfest. The ocdsb is the seventh largest district by school population in the province of ontario. Elmdale school k4 elementary school in steinbach, mb.
Read rosemount volunteers will be staffing an information table at the elmdale school bookfest 49 iona st on feb 18, 19 and 20th. From may 7th11th, our school counsellor has planned a wellness week. Frances itani makes giller shortlist ottawa citizen. We the parents and community of elmdale public school, call on the ocdsb and the province of ontario to provide necessary resources to meaningfully and significantly renew elmdale public school in order to bring it into the 21st century. The award provides students with a little extra incentive to build on their positive behaviour at school. Please call this number 24 hours if your child is going to be late or absent. Elmdale public school renovations will be taking longer than expected and students wont get to return to the school until after sept. Awardwinning author of adult and childrens books is expected to make an appearance at the elmdale school s bookfest.
Elmdale bookfest 2019 february 2223 champlain park community. While it will surprise no one that, after nearly 25 years of annual festivities, elmdale public school s bookfest will be returning on feb. It was where i went to school all through the midlate 1980s, from kindergarten until grade four, and it is where my son attends kindergarten now. Find out how elmdale public school ottawa, ontario rank academically. Kitchissippi times february 5, 2015 by great river media. Our school elmdale ps ottawacarleton district school board. The survey will be conducted between november 26th and december th, 2019. Former official website of the westboro community association in ottawa. Join us for the elmdale bookfest 2017 on february 24,2017. With more than 25,000 titles theres something for everyone, all at very low prices cash only.
Bookfest, elmdales iconic annual secondhand book sale, is an opportunity to find a great read while supporting a good cause. Both events have been purposefully planned and created by staff to continue to provide opportunity for our students. The ottawa carleton district school board is the largest school board in eastern ontario, serving students within the city of ottawa, covering an area of 3,760 square kilometres. As tim thibeault, editor at newswest, notes, my first contact with the school book fair occurred 55 years ago in 1960, when, as grade 5 student at elmdale, i was most excited to learn of it. High schools have begun to share their grade 8 information nights.
B merivale high school 1755 merivale road ottawa, k2g1e2. Ottawa carleton district school board education foundation of ottawa. The association began to push for the construction of a school. Springdale school district 479 7508859 school website. This month we are introducing two new events here at elmdale school. Independent school for girls ottawa, on elmwood school. Because elmdale public school is currently under renovation, the school s muchloved bookfest will look a little different this year. Officials at the ottawacarleton district school board say they are waiting for final approval from the ontario ministry of education. Ottawa bookworms are in for a treat as elmdale public school prepares for its giant annual used book sale. Because elmdale public school is currently under renovation, the schools muchloved bookfest will look a little different this year. Elmdale schools annual bookfest is a diamond aimed at engendering a love of books and reading in a generation accustomed to technology.
If your child is going to be late or absent please notify the office by email. Elmdale s used book sale, bookfest is being held at fpsa this year. Annual event promotes literacy, raises muchneeded funds submitted by jennifer leach hollander. The detailed history of muchloved elmdale public school elmdale school is important to me, as it is to so many in the neighbourhood. Donations can be made in the front lobby at fpsa until friday, february 14, 2020.
Bookfest is an iconic eventfundraiser that happens in late february every year, and this years edition is finally here. The february 2122 event will take place a few blocks away from its usual location, at fisher parksummit alternative public school on holland avenue. Elmdales used book sale, bookfest is being held at fpsa this year. Bookfest 2019 will take place in elmdale public schools gymnasium. The annual bookfest at elmdale public school is a popular community event that all ages anticipate with glee. Easily compare school performance and see their eqao scores. A principal award is a long standing tradition here at elmdale school. For families new to elmdale, bookfest is an annual used book sale put on by elmdale a celebration of literacy, a great community event and a main fundraising event for elmdale. We are inviting fpsa families to donate their used books to bookfest. A group of over 100 residents appeared in front of the school boards management committee in february to push for the new school. The detailed history of muchloved elmdale public school. Company profile, information and contact info for elmdale school 49 iona st, ottawa, on from profile canada, canadas most trusted business database for lists and data.