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Carleton Place High School (located in the Town of Carleton Place)

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randal allan currie is now a member of Carleton Place High School Aug 17, 2011

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michelle kenney is now a member of Carleton Place High School Feb 2, 2011

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What happens when winter comes ?

"Waht Happns when winter comes ?" is a commentary on the education system as it related to a new found focus on graduate rates rather than education.http://schools-at-the-centre.ning.com/forum/topics/what-happens-when-winter-comes?xg_source=activity See More

Discussion posted by Ross Button Apr 30, 2010

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ashleythibeault is now a member of Carleton Place High School Feb 12, 2010

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Dave Carter is now a member of Carleton Place High School Feb 5, 2010

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Amanda M Burn replied to Ross Button's discussion 'Parent wants school libraries unlocked With no librarians, books sit behind closed doors December 09, 2009 BY Erin Fitzgerald, Canadian Gazette'

Yes, having a library unlocked all the time would be convenient, however, we as students need a librarian or a teacher present to supervise the area as well as help with resources. I believe we've send a message to the school board regarding a…

Jan 31, 2010

aethelmaer is now a member of Carleton Place High School Jan 12, 2010

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UCDSB wants input on Libraries

UCDSB wants input on LibrariesBooks, Blogs & Tweets - Invitation for InputWednesday, December 2nd, 2009, 56 guests attended an open space session “Books, Blogs & Tweets” in Kemptville hosted by the Upper Canada District School Board to discuss the future of modern libraries in our high performance schools. The ideas, suggestions and input have been compiled and is now available on our website at http://www.ucdsb.on.caIf you would like to review,…See More

Discussion posted by Ross Button Dec 13, 2009

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Parent wants school libraries unlocked With no librarians, books sit behind closed doors December 09, 2009 BY Erin Fitzgerald, Canadian Gazette

Parent wants school libraries unlockedWith no librarians, books sit behind closed doorsDecember 09, 2009BY Erin Fitzgerald, Canadian GazetteMetro Creativehttp://www.yourcarletonplace.com/CarletonPlaceCanadian/article/19508While the public school board wrestles with how to make school libraries functional for the digital age, many across the board sit locked up tight.Ross Button fears his daughter will complete…See More

Discussion posted by Ross Button Dec 11, 2009

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Elaine Tamblyn-Watts replied to Parent 1's discussion 'CPHS Events and News project'

Okay, thanks. (sorry, I'm easily confused! :) )

Nov 30, 2009

Ross Button replied to Parent 1's discussion 'CPHS Events and News project'

Glad to see you join us her. Sounds like you have a good plan. I can't wait to see the first newspaper edition !!!

Nov 23, 2009

Khalil Van Alphen is now a member of Carleton Place High School Nov 19, 2009

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Dan Watts updated their profile Nov 4, 2009

Expecting me to walk the narrow path they've laid/They claim to walk unafraid/I'll be clumsy instead, hold my love me or leave me high.

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What happens when winter comes ?

"Waht Happns when winter comes ?" is a commentary on the education system as it related to a new found focus on graduate rates rather than education.…Continue

Started by Ross Button Apr 30, 2010.

UCDSB wants input on Libraries 1 Reply

Started by Ross Button. Last reply by Parent 1 Apr 16, 2010.

Parent wants school libraries unlocked With no librarians, books sit behind closed doors December 09, 2009 BY Erin Fitzgerald, Canadian Gazette 1 Reply

Parent wants school libraries unlockedWith no librarians, books sit behind closed doorsDecember 09, 2009BY Erin Fitzgerald, Canadian GazetteMetro Creative…Continue

Started by Ross Button. Last reply by Amanda M Burn Jan 31, 2010.

EQAO 2009

Test results for the 2008/9 testing are in.Reports for the board and two local high schools are attached.Continue

Started by Ross Button Oct 22, 2009.

School Council Meeting MInutes

CPHS School Council - MinutesSeptember 15, 2009Members Present: Mary Beth Zeeman, Sue Browning, Ian Edmison, Ross Button, Rhonda Tamblyn-Watts, Janet Beath, Kari Clarke, Pauline Fitchett, Doris…Continue

Started by Ross Button Oct 21, 2009.

funding for librarians is provided on a per pupil basis (funding for one teacher-librarian for every 909 secondary students) 3 Replies

From the People For Education 2009 Annual Report on SchoolsACCESS TO LIBRARIES IS UNEVEN AMONG SCHOOLS ANDACROSS THE PROVINCELast year, the Ministry of Education began working with theOntario School…Continue

Started by Ross Button. Last reply by Ross Button Oct 21, 2009.

Planning Our agenda for the year - what do we want to address as a school council ? 4 Replies

I posted some thoughts in my first blog post about questions and issues that I have. It's probably better to discuss OUR agenda - questions and issues in a discussion forum (here) rather than in a…Continue

Started by Ross Button. Last reply by Parent 1 Oct 21, 2009.

Language tools - from the Government of Canada

Government of Canada announces launch of its Language Portal and free access to TERMIUM Plus® for all CanadiansFor immediate releaseGatineau, Quebec, October 8, 2009 – The Honourable Lawrence Cannon,…Continue

Started by Ross Button Oct 9, 2009.

our revenues have continued to increase but we do not have enough money

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Started by Ross Button Oct 1, 2009.

People for Education say the magic number is between 600 to 900

People for Education released a new report showing that 146 schools are closing or recommended to close in Ontario. A further 16 schools closed in 2008. Over 100 more are undergoing accommodation…Continue

Started by Ross Button Sep 20, 2009.

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Planning for CPHS Events and News project

General Info: This project was suggested by members of the Student Council and the School Council at CPHS. We are trying to find effective ways of communicating with the school community ensuring that everyone is kept informed about the events, meetings, and other points of interest related to Carleton Place High School. Your participation is very much appreciated.

Layout: Ideally we will be able to use this layout in any form of media, but our initial target is the local… Continue

Posted by Parent 1 on October 25, 2009 at 10:30am — 2 Comments

Questions and issues for the year

1. We have enrolment of 698 full time equivalent students. Does this provide us with a sufficient number of students to offer a rich and full public education ? The board has talked about 350 students being the magic number for an elementary school. What is the number for a high school ?

2. How many of our students are not receiving the education that they need ? How many an unable to get into the classes that they need ?

3. Why isn't the library open all the time… Continue

Posted by Ross Button on September 18, 2009 at 10:30am — 13 Comments