Green Action Centre – Manotiba’s Hub for Green Living. You want to live green, but you’re not sure where to start or what to do. Maybe you want a better solution to what you’re already doing or you’re looking for something new to try. With this link you will find practical, simple and effective ways to live sustainably.
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The benefit of playing cards or board games with your child and how it can improve their Executive Functioning. Link to Article
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Dyslexia Awareness Month, observed every October, is dedicated to raising awareness about Dyslexia, a common learning difference affecting the ability to read, write, and spell. It aims to educate the public, support individuals with dyslexia, and promote understanding of the challenges they face. This month highlights the importance of early diagnosis, appropriate intervention, and fostering inclusive environments in schools and workplaces. By spreading knowledge, Dyslexia Awareness Month seeks to break down misconceptions and empower individuals with Dyslexia to reach their… Read More
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Please check out the attached poster which is being facilitated by one of Hanover School Divisions community partners. Headway Parent Group Poster
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Shared Health – Summer Coverage and Other Resources: Over the summer, Emily Preun is the Shared Health Counsellor who will be covering for Hanover School Division. She should be set up to receive emails after June 21st, 2024. Her email address will be epreun@sharedhealthmb.ca . Hopefully, she will soon have a phone number to share as well. Emily works out of Southport, Manitoba. A youth can make an appointment to meet with her virtually or by phone. If a youth prefers… Read More
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We are the Hanover Parent and Child Community Program and we are all about play! Children learn best through play which is why our program is run by Early Childhood Educators (II) who are passionate about creating rich and engaging environments for children and their families to explore and learn in. We take a holistic approach and offer activities that encourage and extend children’s development in all areas: physical, cognitive, emotional, and social. Parents and caregivers stay and participate in… Read More
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Manitoba Access Awareness Week will take place from May 26 to June 1, 2024 This weeklong awareness celebration promotes accessibility and inclusion. It also acknowledges the people who are working to prevent, identify and remove barriers to accessibility, while also raising awareness about accessibility issues within the province that affect people with disabilities and many others Watch AccessibilityMB.ca for details about this year’s festivities
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Hanover School Division Clinicians offer a variety of workshops to staff and students, one such workshop is on Autism Acceptance and Awareness. The purpose of this presentation is to educate students on the unique experiences, strengths, and challenges of autistic children. Following the presentation, there will be an exercise called ‘the silent sundae bar’ that aims to show peers through the use of non-verbal communication, what it can be like to live with Autism. The hope is that through further… Read More
What is Speech-Language Pathology? Speech-language pathology services support academic success, as well as the social and emotional well-being of students. In schools, Speech-Language Pathologists (SLP) can assist students with: Speaking (speech sounds, language expression, voice, fluency, resonance, communication, vocabulary development) Listening (language understanding, vocabulary development, following directions, processing) Augmentative-alternative communication (AAC) Literacy Skills (phonological and phonemic awareness, comprehension, written expression, background knowledge) Social Skills (play, friendships, turn-taking, social communication) What does a Speech-Language Pathologist do in the school setting? Prevention:… Read More
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World Autism Awareness Day 2024 On April 2nd, the world comes together to recognize World Autism Day, a time to celebrate the unique talents and contributions of individuals on the autism spectrum. This global observance serves as a reminder to promote understanding, acceptance, and inclusion for those with autism, emphasizing the importance of creating supportive environments where all individuals can thrive. Through awareness campaigns, advocacy efforts, and community events, World Autism Day aims to foster a more inclusive society that… Read More