Today we had a special visit from Stephanie Seguin, the founder of the "Chasing Hazel" foundation. She came in to talk to the Grade 6s about her daughter Hazel, who has down syndrome, and about Down Syndrome in general. She was a very passionate and powerful speaker, who left a strong message with the students: See the abilities in everyone, treat everyone with kindness, and end the "r" word.
After recess we headed out to pick up garbage in our community, accumulate steps on our pedometers, and get some fresh air! We met up with a lady walking her dog and she complimented us for beautifying our neighborhood. In honour of Earth Month it is so important to do what we can to clean up our planet!
We then listened to a presentation from the Jump Rope for Heart organization and heard all about kids who suffer with heart defects and stroke. An envelope went home today!
Homework:
Substance Abuse presentations begin tomorrow
Armando's orders due by May 1
Social Studies poster due Tuesday
Picture Day Friday
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