It’s A Crime Not to Read All of the It’s a Crime Not to Read Programs are currently funded by generous Calgary Rotary Clubs. Some things that are really wonderful about the program are:
SNAP™ - Stop Now and Plan SNAP™ helps kids to regulate their angry feelings and to think before they act. It offers a consistent approach and a common language for dealing with misbehaviors such as bullying. Through this program, and with the support Hull Child and Family Centre and the entire school staff, children develop resiliency skills, personal strengths and develop a sense of self that is healthy and productive. Topics for the school year include:
We are proud to be in partnership with Falconridge School in our community and are grateful for the support of Education Matters. All Nations Theatre
Since 1991, All Nations has involved many young people with diverse backgrounds and experience. Their mandate is theatre for social change; using theatre to address a variety of issues such as anger and racism. Over the course of the year, a group of our grade 6 students will participate directly in creating theatre, which can take the form of a one-act play or a forum theatre performance. We look forward to seeing our young artists in the community benefit from this opportunity and are proud that they are learning about cultural diversity at such a young age. The Learning Partnership- Entrepreneurial Adventure Each venture is a unique, local partnership open to K – 12 students, teachers and business partner volunteers. Supported by a rich network of fellow EA participants, volunteer venture guides and The Learning Partnership Resources across Canada, students are able to “live” their curriculum while turning their ideas into reality. This year, our Grade 5 students will be selling hand decorated pillar candles as part of their “Light Up a Life” Campaign. Students will develop the idea, complete a market analysis, develop a business plan, and market and sell their product. Funds raised will go to a charity of the student’s choice. |
The "It’s a Crime Not to Read Program” is an award-winning literacy program designed for groups of Grade 3 students who meet once a month for 10 months. Police Officers come to the school to read to the students in their classes. Following this, the students sign out Public Library books that are brought to the school from the Calgary Public Library staff. The program hosts an author visit and a visit to the library. (Transportation and fees provided by the donor) The program also includes an evening pizza party at the Public Library, bringing together participants, their families, Police Officers, Rotarians and Library staff for an evening of stories and fun literacy activities. At the end of the year, all the grade three students are given a “gift” book for their own personal library. 
All students at Grant MacEwan School learn SNAP™ . This 6 week classroom based program, is an early intervention skill based program for children aged 7-12 years. This program helps children learn effective ways to problem solve and interact with others in their home and school community. 
We are pleased to offer an after school drama opportunity with the All Nations Theatre Society. All Nations presents Forum Theatre, an interactive form ideal for working with young people. 
The Learning Partnership’s “EA” experience is a hands-on entrepreneurial journey. It’s about sparking students’ natural curiosity, abilities and passion to seize an opportunity – and in the process, learning to make the most of resources and community networks, engaging others and discovering just what they can do!
