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School Profile 
The computer lab consists of twenty-seven work stations. All classes have access to the computer lab. There are numerous programs for the children to access, which range from drill and practice to creative applications for students from Nursery to Grade 6. Computer Mentors assist Nursery, Kindergarten and/or Primary students in the computer lab. The program is delivered by classroom teachers. Internet access is monitored and every year students are required to have signed parental permission.
Conflict Managers' ProgramConflict Managers are trained to help children solve conflicts and problems before they escalate. Students in grade 5 & 6 are selected, by students and staff, based on a specific set of criteria. They are given in depth training to provide them with the necessary skills to help themselves and others solve problems. Our team usually consists of approximately thirty members. They work on a rotational basis. Conflict Managers are easily recognized at recess by their bright neon vests.
Physical Education ProgramPhysical education is taught to grades N-6 and promotes health, fitness, fairness and sportsmanship for all students. We encourage life-long physical fitness and the love for sports, recreation and physical education. Intramurals take place at noon hour for grades 4-6. Interschool competition takes place between schools in the Division and involves soccer, volleyball and baseball for boys and girls. Leadership students are a group of grade 5 & 6 students who learn to organize and run intramurals, recess games, and field days. Playground Pals are a group of grade 4 students who play with grade 1-3 students at recess. They organize games and activities to encourage safe and fair play.
French ProgramFrench is taught to grades 4 to 6 at Kent Road School. There is an exciting, oral component, with many songs and games. We also work on reading and writing in the intermediate grades.
Learning Assistance Center Program (L.A.C)Room 5 at Kent Road is a program for students in grades four to six with severe behavioral problems and /or emotional disturbances. This program provides a small classroom setting with an intensive staff/student ratio. Room 5 provides a safe and nurturing environment in which our students can grow socially, emotionally and academically. The focus of the program is to successfully integrate our students into mainstream classrooms whenever possible.
Library ProgramThe library collection is tailored to support and enrich classroom programs. Classroom teachers use the library to enhance and deepen student learning. The collection aims to engage the students as learners and increase motivation and success. The library is also a good source for recreational reading. Book Buddies will read with your children, helping them become more independent, fluent readers.
Parent Resource LibraryThe Parent Resource Library is a cooperative venture between parents and school. Housed in the school library, the parent resource library offers books, videos, and tapes on a variety of topics. Parents are invited to use the library between 8:45 and 3:45 on regular school days. In addition, parent council meetings are held in the library and parents are invited to come and borrow books ion parent council meeting evenings.
Resource ProgramThe resource program is available to all students and teachers from nursery to grade 6. It is organized by the resource teachers who support the classroom teachers in meeting the needs of their students. The resource program aims to meet the instructional needs of the student, so that the student can progress successfully within the mainstream of education by providing the following types of support: Consultation involves discussion, sharing of ideas and materials regarding the student or class with the classroom teacher, support teachers, clinicians, parents and students. Collaboration involves a resource teacher teaming with other professionals, particularly classroom teachers, support teachers, clinicians to meet the needs of the students by team teaching, providing programs, materials, strategies and demonstrations. Direct Service involves a process which includes referrals, observations, diagnostic assessments, educational plans, implementation, monitoring, evaluation, and case closure. The resource teacher, resource teacher assistants, or volunteers trained by the resource teacher provide the direct service individually/or in small groups in the regular classroom where possible. Resource Programs at the Early Years presently in place include:
Special Education ProgrammingThe Special Education students adaptive programming is organized and monitored by the special education resource teachers (S.E.R.T.) and is available to all students in nursery to grade six. The program aims to meet the academic, social, emotional and life skill needs of the students so they may progress at their level successfully within the mainstream of education. The following supports are provided: Consultation, collaboration and direct service as defined in the resource model. Depending on the level of need, an Adaptive Education Plan or an Individual Education Plan is developed for each special needs child. All special needs students are integrated into age appropriate classes.
Volunteer ProgramKent Road School has a dedicated group of approximately 75 parents who volunteer on a daily, weekly, or occasional basis. Volunteers provide support with field trips, classroom parties, fund raisers, Parent Council, Library, Fun Day, Hot Dog Sales, special events, and assistance with individual students in the classroom and resource program. The volunteer program is coordinated by the resource teacher who recruits volunteers each fall and invites them to attend an Orientation in October with the Winnipeg School Division volunteer coordinator. Their hard work is capped off when the staff and students host a Volunteer Reception in June in appreciation for all their support and hard work.
Parent CouncilThe Kent Road Parent Council is an important component of the school. The parents/guardians of all students currently registered at the school are welcome to participate in any or all of the Council's activities. These include its monthly business meetings, workshops, various committees, special events and on-going activities in the school. The council, staff and administration share information and ideas concerning what is best for the children in an open, respectful, practical manner. Parents can help by making sure their children DO NOT BRING the following to school: - Trading cards including Pokemon cards - Walkman or C.D. players - Gum or sunflower seeds - Skateboards, roller blades or scooters - Toys or action figures - Lighters - Matches - Weapons or items considered weapons Children are to wear appropriate clothing (No gang colors, bandannas, T shirts with wrestling, drug, alcohol or crude language) short shorts, tube tops, spaghetti straps or belly buttons showing. In school students do not wear hats, outdoor jackets or jackets tied around the waist.
Parent Council Lunch ProgramSome children are unable to return home during the noon hour because their parents work outside the home, the distance is too great, or there are special circumstances. Unless a child is registered in a special education program or the school asks children to remain at school for a special event, there is no lunch supervision provided by the staff of the Division. Children are to bring their lunch from home in clearly marked containers. The staff will heat food in a microwave. Please note the following if you plan to register your child for the Parent Council Lunch Program. 1. Spaces in the program are limited. The number is determined by fire safety regulations. 2. Children must be registered each year for either regular or casual participation before they are allowed to stay at noon. Forms are available in the office. 3. The Lunch Program is both a service and a business. The fees must cover the expenses - salaries, staff training, equipment, utensils, microwaves, etc. Therefore, fees are due on the first school day of the month for regular users and on the day the child stays for casual users. 4. The Lunch Program uses the Division's and the school's codes of conduct. Children who act inappropriately can be suspended from the program, either temporarily or permanently. 5. If your child is a "regular" in the program and you allow him/her to eat elsewhere, please notify the lunch supervisor by calling the school. 6. If you have a concern please deal with the Lunch Program supervisor. Contact the office and the supervisor will get back to you.
Counselling ProgramA Guidance Counsellor is available full time to students
and parents. Parents or staff may
refer students for counselling. Students
may refer themselves. The
counsellor is a child’s advocate who deals with students individually, in
small groups, and with teachers in the classroom setting.
Classroom topics include bullying, empathy, getting along with others,
and anger management skills. In
addition, pro-active classroom and school wide initiatives help students to
realize their potential as contributing members of their school and community. The overall goal of Kent Road’s counselling program is to produce independent and confident students by removing obstacles that may get in the way of their being successful learners and community members. Lion’s Quest Kent Road is a Lion’s-Quest school. The Lion’s-Quest program helps children strengthen four skills that parents also stress at home: self-discipline, responsibility, good judgment, and respecting others. There are five units of study:
At each grade students carry out “service learning” projects where they help others at school and in the community. Multi Grade Lessons- to foster an entire school learning community class are paired with another class where they maintain that paring throughout the year. This allows children to experience other classrooms and develop relationships with staff and students throughout the school. The overall goal of Lion’s-Quest is to create a strong support system to help our students grow up to be healthy, capable and caring.
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