The Tulip Tribute at the school was initiated as a means to commemorate and appreciate the contribution of the men and women who served Canada during the war. When this particular event occurs, the Royal Canadian Legion Color Guard and trumpeter arrive to be part of the ceremony outside on the lawn of the school. The total student body participates in this event. Physical Education - An Important Priority with Principal Mike Knowles Principal Mike Knowles pointed out that as one of his school's priorities, an extra physical education class was added to the students' school week. Not only is physical education a priority with him, but he noted the staff was very supportive as well.
Students have two physical education classes a week, plus one with their classroom teachers.
On December 20, the school held a School Based Inservice focusing on its school improvement plan. Mr. J. L. MacDonald, Facilitator, Strategic Planning and Advisor to School Advisory Councils facilitated the session. The school staff discussed initiatives and priorities they will be working towards over the next few years which reflect the vision and character of their school. To give you a little understanding as to the intent of a school improvement plan, the following may be a helpful explanation. As noted in the Nova Scotia Department of Education's School Improvement Planning Document , school improvement is one of the major strategies being used to facilitate desired changes in schools throughout the province.