After spending her time at school with us in West Vancouver BC, Karima ended up spending the next 3 months at home with our teacher-librarian, Mrs. Thomas. While there, she took part in some Google Meets and library live sessions! She particularly enjoyed the Rock Monsters story (written by a…
Our Junior Kindergarten students have been wonderful hosts and loving their time with Karima!
The Bear Cubs, the second JK group at Collingwood, was eagerly awaiting their turn to have Freddy spend some time in the Bears’ Den. They really wanted Freddy to feel comfortable and so they decided to make him a house. They wanted to make sure that it was colourful, that…
Freddy seemed very happy to arrive back in Canada after his world-wide adventures. We took some time to go through his passport and souvenirs and learn all about the people and places he has visited. He especially seemed keen when we asked about the different nature he observed along the…
Jerry is feeling well-rested after a 3 week school break and is looking forward to new travels and friends in 2018. Because school was closed for the holidays, several of the teachers who have children who attend our school offered to host Jerry in their homes to share some of…
After spending some very hot days in Oman, Jerry was excited that our Grade One students took him out to play in the snow. Fortunately, our Junior Kindergarten students had sewn a winter coat and scarf for him so he was prepared for the chilly weather! Because Jerry is…
Jerry was an honoured guest at the school’s first annual “Nuit Blanche” celebration of the visual arts. He enjoyed admiring and taking part in interactive art displays. He couldn’t resist posing in front of the Grade 4 Feather Wings mural. Because we know Jerry has a flair for creativity and…
The JK,K and Grade 1 students have enjoyed following Jerry’s travels and couldn’t wait to tell him all about our school! He has now safely arrived and is receiving lots of love and attention from the students. We will post an update soon.
