P: 905-468-7793 E: CRD.Casual@dsbn.org A: 1350 Niagara Stone Rd. Niagara-on-the-Lake, ON L0S 1J0 W: http://crossroads.dsbn.org

Ontario Eco School

We are proud to be part of the Ontario Eco

School program, and have an active student

leadership team and club that take on

recycling and composting, energy conservation

initiatives, and eco-education to foster lifelong

environmental thinking and action.

Our building is also a green facility with many

eco-features, including Water Bottle Filling

Stations, 100% Green Cleaning Products, and

Solar Panels generating 25% of our energy.

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Something for Everyone

Our students enjoy a wide array of extra-

curricular programs such as Me2We, Athletics,

Music, Arts, Robotics, Clubs, Book Clubs, and

more!

CROSSROADS PUBLIC SCHOOL BETTER TOGETHER

TECHNOLOGY SHOWCASE At Crossroads Public School, we know

that 21st Century Learners need

experiences with technology to prepare

them for the future. We are proud to have:

� a Smart Board in every classroom

� Front Row or Red Cat Audio System in every classroom

� Document Camera and wired computer pod in every classroom

� access for all students to portable Netbook labs, “Clickers” (interactive response systems to engage and assess learning), Livescribe Pens (portable audio recorder linked to text), iPads, etc.

� an incredible Learning Commons (think library/computer lab/Starbucks) with print materials, eLearning opportunities, Mac computers, Smart Board, and plenty of space to learn as a class, in groups, or for individual study

� dedicated staff who are committed to providing technological experiences that increase motivation, technical skills, problem solving and collaboration

Educating the Whole Child

through:

� our school-wide Tribes Program - character education that promotes the creation of a values-based classroom and school community, equipping children with social, communication and problem solving skills

� our English as a Second Language, Full Day Early Learning, and Special Education Programs, all offered in a fully accessible facility

� Niagara Recess Project - Cooperation with Brock University to promote physical activity and anti-bullying strategies

� Healthy Snack Program - Cooperation with Niagara Nutrition Partners to promote healthy eating and assist families in need

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“If we teach today as we taught yesterday, we rob our children of tomorrow.”

John Dewey