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Principal's
Message
In 2006 the rural traditional program was introduced,
and the school continues to be a work in progress as we move
toward implementing a more structured curriculum and a stronger
academic emphasis.
What makes us different?
There is a common focus in every classroom:
* orderly, structured environment
* maximized instructional time for curriculum
* importance of accuracy and care in the work that students
produce
* teacher directed, structured learning-this does not mean
the exclusive use of
teacher lecture
* homework that reinforces and applies what has been taught
* on-going communication with the home
* teacher commitment to the school model and philosophy
Character is developed through clear expectations
for behaviour and commitment to working hard and doing your
best. Traditional Canadian values are emulated; respect, worth
of others, importance of the family, and service to society.
The school believes in the critical role of parents
in their children’s education. Research shows that the
most significant factor for children’s school success
is parental involvement. Parents are involved as classroom
and library volunteers and team coaches. They run book fairs,
scholastic book programme, hot lunch, care for the gardens
with the students,fund raise for additional school resources
and supply input into the day to day running of the school
through the Parent Advisory Council and the School Planning
Council.
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About
Somenos Rural Traditional School
Our school program focuses on establishing
routines that promote a structured learning environment
where all students have an opportunity to learn
• students take personal responsibility
for their own learning by completing
in class and homework assignments to the best of their ability
• students are respectful of the needs
and rights of others
• students demonstrate responsibility
within their immediate school environment
• students display responsibility through
service to the community
• students exhibit environmental awareness
through their words and actions
• character education is taught through
both modeling and direct instruction.
• students receive support to understand
and apply universal virtues such as honesty, kindness, generosity,
tolerance, respect, service and tolerance.
• reading instruction is provided in small guided
reading groups based on individual reading abilities
• mathematics
instruction focuses on developing thinking strategies to
learn basic math skills
• science
instruction follows the BC Ministry of Education curriculum
and locally developed curriculum concerning regional ecologies
and rural industries such as agriculture and logging
• the participation of families is vital
to the life school
• parents and staff work together to enable
students to be successful in their studies
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