(Photo credit: The Western Star)
A number of Newfoundland and Labrador English School District schools are in the news recently for efforts they have undertaken to help support individuals in need in their communities. Here are just a sampling of the amazing efforts profiled in the local media from areas throughout the province.
Students at Corner Brook Regional High School held a Pyjama Palooza recently, collecting more than 100 sets of pyjamas to be distributed through the Salvation Army.
The Western Star (December 18, 2017) - view full story HERE.
Seniors on Burnt Islands are getting some additional Christmas cheer this year, thanks to the efforts of students at Grandy's River Collegiate. Over 200 personalized Christmas cards were created for senior in the area as part of the school's effort to help their students spread the cheer throughout their community.
The Gulf News (December 18, 2017) - view full story HERE.
Students at Elwood Regional High's drama course got some hands-on experience with an old Newfoundland and Labrador tradition recently, as they learned about the art of mummering.
The Western Star (December 18, 2017) - view full story HERE.
Teachers at Waterford Valley High recently helped those in need in the area of downtown St. John's, as well as clients of The Gathering Place to stay warm over the cold winter months.
The Telegram (December 28, 2017) - view full story HERE.