The Avocado Series- part 1 By Newspaper club members Cassidy and Laura Once upon a time, in a far away land, there were 17 talking avocados walking along the gravel road of Tramaia. Tramaia was a land filled with all kinds of fruit and they all talked in their own… Continue reading
Anti-Bullying Day is a day when people wear a pink, blue or purple shirt to symbolise a stand against bullying, an idea that originated in Canada and is celebrated on various dates around the world. It takes aim particularly at online bullying, which takes many shapes, such as harassment, spreading… Continue reading
Last week, the Millbrook Family Centre which operates out of the Old Millbrook School received unexpected good news. They learned that their precarious financial position was about to enjoy dramatic improvement, thanks to funding provided by the provincial and federal governments. The organization’s activities are sustained through funds generated… Continue reading
In this information age, our libraries have kept pace and have even surpassed what many of us believe them to be. This often underutilized community resource has expanded into so more areas, thanks to funding from the Ontario Ministry of Tourism, Culture and Sport, and the internet. And your library… Continue reading
Ski Club As the first snow falls, the sign-up for the Millbrook South Cavan Ski and Snowboard club commences. Kids in grade 4 to 8 look forward to the snowy hills and icy jumps all year round. For a few short months, ski club will be in full action! This… Continue reading
The Old Millbrook School Family Centre will be hosting Family Day celebrations this year on Monday, February 19 at the Old Millbrook School, 1 Dufferin Street, from 11:00am to 3:00pm. There will be lots of fun activities for everyone to participate in and enjoy both in the great outdoors, as… Continue reading
The Millbrook Figure Skating Club has had a busy fall session. New and returning skaters have worked hard to develop their skills. Advanced CanSkate and Star Skaters dazzled the audience with solo performances during the Club’s Stars on Ice Show, December 1. The show was followed by the Club’s annual… Continue reading
The spirit of Truth and Reconciliation is taking root in our schools. After a few weeks of discussions around First Nations, Millbrook South Cavan Kindergarten teachers Tracy Parker and Andrea Read brought their curriculum to life at the end of November. After fielding questions in this study unit, the educators… Continue reading
