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“There’s definitely more laughter; the evening campfires are filled with conversation, jokes and a lot of general happiness”, says Mr. Norman Dods Lower Division Coordinator, as he recalls his many years attending the Grade 8 trip to Strathcona...
Southridge Voices Blog
This page is a compilation of blogs from the many authors in the Southridge Community.
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“Lack of sleep is 'epidemic' among Canadian teens. Here's why it has doctors worried”. This was the headline of a CBC news story by Duncan McCue, posted January 19, 2019.
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When I am out and about in the neighbourhood and talking to people (optometrist, dentist, hairstylist), they often ask me where I work. When I tell them I am a Vice Principal at Southridge...
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Starting Kindergarten is an exciting milestone for children and parents alike. Here are some helpful tips to help get them ready for this important transition to school life.
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At a young age, Ms. Yamagishi started her journey of donating her hair and learned a valuable lesson about paying it forward.
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The House system at Southridge has had a few changes over the years, and it’s about to have another one!
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Most Grade 12's at Southridge can't wait to leave, but Mr. Jones couldn't wait to come back.
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Design thinking refers to cognitive, strategic, and practical processes by which design concepts (proposals for new products, buildings, machines, etc.) are developed by designers and/or design teams.
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As the Lower Mainland enters a cold snap, it's important to be prepared for ice and snow. With the winter weather, comes a greater risk of slips, trips, or falls. We encourage our students (and families) to travel safely...
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When I think of failure, a quote from Michael Jordan comes to mind: "I've failed over and over and over again in my life... and that is why I succeed."