Beach Grove Elementary School

Principal's Message
Friday, January 13th

With the dark mornings and evenings of December behind us, we can now focus on the fresh new year of 2012.  We started the new year with a "bang", with a week of daily hip-hop dancing, instructed by Mike Figueroa of S-Vibe Productions. The theme was "songs from movies", which ranged from Rio to Step Up. Students put on a fabulous show, which ended with a  little bit of Grease Lightning, performed by teachers, and a dance by Mike himself.

Mme Gilmour's class, who put on the pre-Christmas food and coin drive, raised $726.73 which was split between two classes to donate to the charity of their choice. Mme Gilmour's class has decided to support a school in Uganda, a project that will likely become school-wide. I would be proud to see our Beach Grove students recognize the needs of others and grow into young philanthropists.

We have so much to appreciate here at Beach Grove. Our teachers are consistently stretching to provide new opportunities to help our students grow. Students have a wide variety of experiences in which to immerse themselves in learning, both inside and outside of the school setting. The Inuit theme in Mrs. Saunders class brought igloos, crystals and Beluga blubber to life. Students built structures (including one giant igloo), created crystals in jars and felt the difference a layer of fat makes when in icy water.

While waking up early for a run isn't first on most people's list of things to do, a morning run on the dike could make a believer out of anyone. The eagles are returning to their favourite trees, and a sunrise over the ocean can be nothing less than inspiring. The running club continues to head out no matter what the weather. It is amazing to watch children who began their running careers last year, increase their personal goals, and enjoy the physical benefits of a morning run.

As we continue the 2011-2012 school year, please remember that my door is always open. I am dedicated to ensuring that your children receive the social, emotional and academic education that they deserve, and welcome your opinions. I look forward to continuing to work together to ensure that our students obtain the best education possible, allowing them to feel successful in the present, and ready for the future that awaits them.

Sincerely, 

Rachael Corneil                                                                                  
Principal,                                                                                                               Beach Grove Elementary