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Home My WebLink AboutClinton News Record, 2014-09-24, Page 6• 76% of the Grade 3 stu- dents achieved Level 3 or 4 in Reading compared to the pro- vincial average of 70%. • 84% of Grade 3 students achieved Level 3 or 4 in Writ- ing compared to the provin- cial average of 78%. • 72% of Grade 3 students achieved Level 3 or 4 in Math- ematics compared to the pro- vincial average of 67%. The Grade 6 students of Huron -Perth Catholic contin- ued to demonstrate achieve- ment beyond the provincial average: • 83% of the Grade 6 stu- dents achieved Level or 4 in Reading compared to the pro- vincial average of 79%. • 79% of Grade 6 students achieved Level or 4 in Writ- ing compared to the provin- cial average of 78%. • 56% of Grade 6 students achieved Level 3 or 4 in Math- ematics compared to the pro- vincial average of 54%. The Huron -Perth Catholic District School Board is committed to an inclusive model of support for the achievement and wellness of our students. We are pleased to recognize the achieve- ment of our students in all EQAO testing categories. We are committed to build on our successes and identify opportunities for further academic achievement in numeracy and mathematics. We are committed to exem- plary teaching and learning with high standards for the achievement of our students. J I �lrG I 6111.2I�lr 'We Twite I,au ?a Waldo at ?Mede thea (�luvic�ie�: Clinton United Church 105 Ontario Street Minister Rev. Randy Covey Director of Music: Louise Dockstader Church Office: 519-482-9553 www.clintonunited.ca SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 28 10:30 AM WORSHIP SERVICE ALZHEIMER'S COFFEE BREAK SUNDAY SCHOOL EVERYONE WELCOME Christian Reformed Church 243 Princess St. E., Clinton Pastor Ron Luchies 519-482-5264 SUNDAY SEPTEMBER 28, 2014 10:00 AM- Morning Service 7:00 PM -Combined Service Vanastra " Praise be to the Lord, the God of Israel, from everlasting to everlasting." Psalm 106 vs 48 All Visitors Welcome! St. Paul's Anglican Church A Congregation of the Parish of The Holy Spirit 49 Ontario St., Clinton The Reverend Karine A. Snowdon BA, M.Div Organist & Choir Master: Dana Prouse SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 28 WORSHIP AT 11:15 AM EVERYONE WELCOME Parish Council meets Wed. Sept. 24 @ 7 pm TO ADVERTISE IN THIS SECTION, PLEASE CALL CHRISTY 519-4$2-3443 clinton.classifieds@ sunmedla.ca BIBLE MISSIONARY CHURCH 35 Toronto Blvd., Vanastra (519) 482-8183 SEPTEMBER 28, 2014 Sunday Morning Worship 11:00 AM Sunday Evening Worship 7:00 PM Pastor Josh McCarthy Everyone Welcome! Heartland Community Church (52 Victoria Street, Clinton, Ontario) For information see www.heartlandemc.com Church 519-606-1015 Pastor Charles Gingerich SUNDAY SEPTEMBER 28, 2014 10:00 AM FAMILY SERVICE : Worship as a family with us. Then the chil- dren enjoy their program while adults are blessed by a message for them. 7:00 PM SHARE & PRAYER SERVICE Expect a welcome and a blessing! Fellowship Bible Chapel 220 KING ST., LONDESBOROUGH www.fellowshipbiblechapel.ca SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 28, 2014 9:45 am: Breaking of Bread 11:00 am: Family Bible Hour ALL WELCOME! First Baptist Church 85 Huron St., Clinton 482-3598 SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 28, 2014 MORNING SERVICE 10:30AM Lay Pastor - Wally DeWolfe Bible Study Wednesday 7:30 PM 6 News Record • Wednesday, September 24, 2014 Huron -Perth Catholic students demonstrate achievement and success The Huron -Perth Catholic District School Board cele- brates the achievement and success of our students on the EQAO Provincial Assessments in the primary and junior divi- sions. The annual assess- ments were conducted in May, 2014, in the areas of Reading, Writing and Mathe- matics for children in grades three and six. The Grade 3 students of Huron -Perth Catholic met or out -performed the provincial average in all three areas: Results are in for Ministry of Education survey Steph Smith Goderich Signal Star On Sept. 9, trustees of the Avon Maitland District School Board met to dis- cuss the results of the Ontario Ministry of Educa- tion's 2014 School Climate Survey. At least once every two years, school boards are required to conduct school climate surveys. The Equity and Inclusive Education, Bullying/Harassment sur- vey was completed by stu- dents (broken down into Grades 4 to 6 and Grades 7 to 12), school staff and par- ents. The surveys are anonymous. They survey helps to: • Assess perceptions of safety from students, par- ents and school staff. • Make informed plan- ning decisions about pro- grams to help prevent bul- lying and promote safe and inclusive schools. •Determine the effec- tiveness of their programs on an ongoing basis. • Build and sustain a positive school climate. "The survey gives us a snapshot of what everyone thinks," said Steve Howe, the manager of communi- cations and international education for AMDSB. "Each school has its own results in order to provide support and identify the extent of the issues:' Howe said AMDSB has reviewed the results of the 2014 School Climate Sur- vey and isn't surprised by the results. "The numbers vary, but some of these issues have come up in the past," Howe said. Howe suggested junior students (Grades 4 to 6) see things differently than intermediate/senior stu- dents (Grades 7 to 12) when it comes to feeling that their school is a wel- coming place. The results of the survey show that 90% of junior students feel their school is a comforta- ble place to learn, however only 78% of intermediate/ senior students. "Younger kids see and look at things differently," Howe said. "For example, the results show that younger kids are more likely to tell a teacher when someone is being bullied, and older students are more likely to help the per- son being bullied or tell another student." While only 42% (806) of school staff members from across AMDSB completed the survey, Howe said while the survey is totally optional and that staff members are encouraged to fill it out, 42% is still a fairly high result. He said, from a scientific point of view, the results are indica- tive of what the staff mem- bers are thinking all across the board. For example, of the staff that completed the sur- vey, 47% believe students do not take part in school activities, such as teams or clubs, because of their family's level of income. They also believe that there are few opportuni- ties for students to learn about the achievements and experiences of gay or lesbian people, different kinds of families and peo- ple who identify as transgender. "Overall, I think there is a general satisfaction that we are heading in the right direction, that we're doing quite well for inclu- sion," Howe said. "The survey also indicates that there are areas for improvement. I would say at this point, it would be seeing where the improvements need to be made and how we're going to go about it." Howe said each school would be developing their own plans to address the issues raised in the surveys. To view the full survey results and AMDSB's next steps, visit www.your- schools.ca/wp-content/ uploads/2014/09/Board- Report-14-09-09_School_ Climate_Survey.pdf