Tuesday, September 22, 2015
Applied Health Sciences!!
Attention all Grade 10 and 11 students ... participate in hands-on workshops and learn more about career opportunities in health sciences at the University of Waterloo.
When: mid-April 2016 (8:30 am - 3:15 pm).
Where: University of Waterloo.
How much: free.
More information:
Website: uwaterloo.ca/applied-health-sciences/events/discovery-day.
Contact: Trish Grover = tgrover@cdnmedhall.org
Monday, September 21, 2015
Student Leadership Mission to the North
Global Vision is now accepting applications for the Arctic Youth Ambassador Caucus (AYAC) being held in Iqaluit, NU from October 28th – November 1st , 2015.
Are your students curious about indigenous culture and history? Do they have a passion for development and advocacy? Are they interested in developing their leadership skills through a boots-on-the-ground experience in Canada’s final frontier? Then the AYAC is for them!
At the Caucus, students will join with their Northern peers to learn more about this region of Canada and work on finding innovative solutions to some of the pressing challenges the North faces. At the Caucus, students will:
• Engage in Roundtables on Northern issues such as Food Security, Health Care, Environment and Education;
• Meet with the Elders to learn about the rich history of Nunavut;
• Learn about Northern culture from their peers;
• Discover the rich culture and sights of Iqaluit as they work in teams to compete in the Amazing Race: Iqaluit;
• Share unique experiences with new friends from Coast, to Coast, to Coast.
For more information and to apply for this Global Vision opportunity, please visit http://www.globalvision.ca/ayac . If students have any questions, contact Mr Pearce or Ms Patterson and one of them will contact Global Vision on your behalf.
Are your students curious about indigenous culture and history? Do they have a passion for development and advocacy? Are they interested in developing their leadership skills through a boots-on-the-ground experience in Canada’s final frontier? Then the AYAC is for them!
At the Caucus, students will join with their Northern peers to learn more about this region of Canada and work on finding innovative solutions to some of the pressing challenges the North faces. At the Caucus, students will:
• Engage in Roundtables on Northern issues such as Food Security, Health Care, Environment and Education;
• Meet with the Elders to learn about the rich history of Nunavut;
• Learn about Northern culture from their peers;
• Discover the rich culture and sights of Iqaluit as they work in teams to compete in the Amazing Race: Iqaluit;
• Share unique experiences with new friends from Coast, to Coast, to Coast.
For more information and to apply for this Global Vision opportunity, please visit http://www.globalvision.ca/ayac . If students have any questions, contact Mr Pearce or Ms Patterson and one of them will contact Global Vision on your behalf.
Thursday, September 17, 2015
Waterloo Kinesiology Lab Days 2015
Are you interested in Kinesiology?
High school students are invited to visit Waterloo to engage in 3 hands-on workshops
All GRADE 12 Biology students and Exercise Science class students are invited.
Mid December – 10 am – 2:30 pm
Cost - $15
Uwaterloo.ca/kinesiology/events/kinesiology-lab-days
High school students are invited to visit Waterloo to engage in 3 hands-on workshops
All GRADE 12 Biology students and Exercise Science class students are invited.
Mid December – 10 am – 2:30 pm
Cost - $15
Uwaterloo.ca/kinesiology/events/kinesiology-lab-days
Sunday, September 13, 2015
FORUM for Young Canadians in Ottawa
FORUM is an incredible experience
It allows students who are interested in politics to gain a better understanding of the National decision making processes in Canada.
Students network with youth from across the country, dine with MPs and Senators, attend other political events and sites, and enhance their understanding of the Parliamentay System.
Cost - $895 inclusive (travel, accommodation, meals etc.)
Dates - Feb 21-26 OR Feb 28 - Mar 4 OR Mar 13 - 18
Applications and further information is available at: www.forum.ca
See Ms. Patterson if you have questions.
It allows students who are interested in politics to gain a better understanding of the National decision making processes in Canada.
Students network with youth from across the country, dine with MPs and Senators, attend other political events and sites, and enhance their understanding of the Parliamentay System.
Cost - $895 inclusive (travel, accommodation, meals etc.)
Dates - Feb 21-26 OR Feb 28 - Mar 4 OR Mar 13 - 18
Applications and further information is available at: www.forum.ca
See Ms. Patterson if you have questions.
Youth Arts Program-Ottawa display opportunity
Calling all young artists! The Youth Arts Program at the Legislative Assembly of Ontario invites youth
aged 12-18 to display their artwork in the Legislative Building in Toronto from November 23, 2015 through March 18, 2016.
Visit our
website for more information and to fill out the online application. Online applications will be accepted from:
September 10 through October 15, 2015
We invite applications from teachers/instructors on behalf of their students, as well as individual youth artists. If you have any questions about the Youth Arts Program, contact us at
Thursday, May 21, 2015
May was a very Enriched Month!
All year, incredible things happen at IRHS that enrich our students' learning experiences. Much of the events that occur in May are things that students prepare for over the course of the year. So - rather than list opportunities ... we wanted to share accomplishments:
This month at IRHS:
*Two full weeks of AP Exams + Late Exams were completed
*Students hosted a Tea for Seniors at Stewart Street Seniors' Home
*A fantastic "Coffee house" was hosted by our "Because I am a Girl" club and involved many student performers
*Sounds of the Spring Concert was a fantastic success
*School wide fundraising for the earthquake tragedy in Nepal
*Grade 8 visit day involved many student leaders from LINK crew and leadership classes - it was a fabulous success
*Our Central Ontario Leadership Seminar Student attended the COLS leadership weekend at University of Toronto, Mississauga
*the Chemistry Contest was written
*Students host a "Play Day" at Ryerson Public School
*Math contests were written
*Students entered poetry contests
*LINK Crew leaders were selected for 2015 2016
*After a great keynote speaker - a pick up Wheelchair basketball game at lunch :)
*Our "Student of Excellence" was honoured by the board
*The Luncheon of Champions honoured student achievements
*Students travelled to Ottawa for Encounters with Canada
and this just scratches the surface.
Congratulations to all of our students who do amazing enriching things every day!
Just wait - more to come in JUNE!
This month at IRHS:
*Two full weeks of AP Exams + Late Exams were completed
*Students hosted a Tea for Seniors at Stewart Street Seniors' Home
*A fantastic "Coffee house" was hosted by our "Because I am a Girl" club and involved many student performers
*Sounds of the Spring Concert was a fantastic success
*School wide fundraising for the earthquake tragedy in Nepal
*Grade 8 visit day involved many student leaders from LINK crew and leadership classes - it was a fabulous success
*Our Central Ontario Leadership Seminar Student attended the COLS leadership weekend at University of Toronto, Mississauga
*the Chemistry Contest was written
*Students host a "Play Day" at Ryerson Public School
*Math contests were written
*Students entered poetry contests
*LINK Crew leaders were selected for 2015 2016
*After a great keynote speaker - a pick up Wheelchair basketball game at lunch :)
*Our "Student of Excellence" was honoured by the board
*The Luncheon of Champions honoured student achievements
*Students travelled to Ottawa for Encounters with Canada
and this just scratches the surface.
Congratulations to all of our students who do amazing enriching things every day!
Just wait - more to come in JUNE!
Wednesday, March 11, 2015
Enrichment Newsletter March and April
ENRICHMENT AT THE RIDGE
NEWSLETTER # 6 MARCH/APRIL 2015
For further information on all of the items listed below Please see Ms. Patterson (pattersonka@hdsb.ca) in room 214
1. Essay Contests www.aynrandinstitute.ca/contests
Grades 9 and 10 only Anthem 600 – 1200 words.
Deadline March 20, 2015
Grades 11 and 12 only The Fountainhead 800 – 1600 words
Deadline April 26, 2015
2. Encounters with Canada www.encounters-rencontres.ca
Get an application code from Ms. P to register ONLINE (discounts available!)
Dates throughout the year – check the enrichment board (rm 214) or on the website.
A week in Ottawa at the Terry Fox Centre with students from all over Canada.
An opportunity to study one of eleven subthemes:
Arts and culture Medicine and Health
Business and Entrepreneurship Sports and Fitness
Canada Remembers Law
International Affairs Science and Technology
Journalism and Communications Social Sciences
Royal Canadian Mounted Police Mental Health and Wellness
3. Brain Bee at McMaster
http://www.science.mcmaster.ca/brainbee/local-bees/hamilton.html?task=view
Annual McMaster Brain Bee April 9, 2015
AND the Annual CIHR Canadian National Brain Bee: June 2015
Register online by April 5, 2015 and then let Ms. Patterson know if you are competing. We won last year – let’s go for it again RIDGE!
4. Guelph Interaction Conference admission.uoguelph.ca/interaction
Interaction is for students who have a passion for learning in Grades 10 and 11.
You may attend on EITHER April 22nd or April 23rd.
There are over 35 workshops to introduce University living and learning through informative and interactive sessions with Guelph faculty and staff.
The fee for the day is $30.00 and includes lunch. Registration fees must accompany registration forms. Registration Deadline – April 8, 2015
Please see Mrs. Gazan for more information
5. AP Exams www.ap.ca
Exam dates – May 4 – 15, 2015 (Cost $91.00US)
Exams are ordered
Information available from Ms. Patterson for next year.
6. HDSB Public Speaking Contest
Tuesday April 14th 2015 6:30 – 9:30 pm at WOSS South in the Cafeteria
Junior (9 – 10) and Senior (11-12) representatives can compete
See Ms. Patterson if interested – we need to defend our title!
Board Contact – Robin Coverdale – coverdaler@sympatico.ca
7. Scientifically Yours – a 2 day science experience for Grade 11 Students
www.brocku.ca/mathematics-science/scientificallyyours
May 7-8, 2015 at Brock University.- 25th Anniversary Year!
$285.00 + HST - inclusive
Application Deadline April 22, 2015
8. University of Toronto Youth Summer Programs www.ysp.utoronto.ca
Faculty of Law and Medicine run summer mentorship programs
$1260 inclusive/module– 4 modules to select from (many already wait-listed)
Fees and application due May 29th.
9. Rotary Club of Oakville Student Exchange www.rotary.org
15 – 19 year old student opportunity to a one year (August to August) or short term exchange. Applications being accepted NOW
10. M.E.I International Academy www.meiacademy.com
“the World is our classroom” Travel the world, study abroad or next door
11. OELC – Ontario Educational Leadership Centre www.oelccaso.com
Leadership camps running from May to September with a focus on athletics, music, fine arts, and student council leadership. Cost varies depending upon week chosen
$325.00 – $650.00
12. Harvard Summer School www.summer.harvard.edu/ssp
Secondary School Program June 20 – August 8, 2015
13. Live Different – Hero Holidays www.livedifferent.com
You can make a difference!
14. Projects Abroad www.projectsabroad.ca
Unique learning opportunities around the Globe!
15. Duke of Edinburgh Awards www.dukeofed.org
NEWSLETTER # 6 MARCH/APRIL 2015
For further information on all of the items listed below Please see Ms. Patterson (pattersonka@hdsb.ca) in room 214
1. Essay Contests www.aynrandinstitute.ca/contests
Grades 9 and 10 only Anthem 600 – 1200 words.
Deadline March 20, 2015
Grades 11 and 12 only The Fountainhead 800 – 1600 words
Deadline April 26, 2015
2. Encounters with Canada www.encounters-rencontres.ca
Get an application code from Ms. P to register ONLINE (discounts available!)
Dates throughout the year – check the enrichment board (rm 214) or on the website.
A week in Ottawa at the Terry Fox Centre with students from all over Canada.
An opportunity to study one of eleven subthemes:
Arts and culture Medicine and Health
Business and Entrepreneurship Sports and Fitness
Canada Remembers Law
International Affairs Science and Technology
Journalism and Communications Social Sciences
Royal Canadian Mounted Police Mental Health and Wellness
3. Brain Bee at McMaster
http://www.science.mcmaster.ca/brainbee/local-bees/hamilton.html?task=view
Annual McMaster Brain Bee April 9, 2015
AND the Annual CIHR Canadian National Brain Bee: June 2015
Register online by April 5, 2015 and then let Ms. Patterson know if you are competing. We won last year – let’s go for it again RIDGE!
4. Guelph Interaction Conference admission.uoguelph.ca/interaction
Interaction is for students who have a passion for learning in Grades 10 and 11.
You may attend on EITHER April 22nd or April 23rd.
There are over 35 workshops to introduce University living and learning through informative and interactive sessions with Guelph faculty and staff.
The fee for the day is $30.00 and includes lunch. Registration fees must accompany registration forms. Registration Deadline – April 8, 2015
Please see Mrs. Gazan for more information
5. AP Exams www.ap.ca
Exam dates – May 4 – 15, 2015 (Cost $91.00US)
Exams are ordered
Information available from Ms. Patterson for next year.
6. HDSB Public Speaking Contest
Tuesday April 14th 2015 6:30 – 9:30 pm at WOSS South in the Cafeteria
Junior (9 – 10) and Senior (11-12) representatives can compete
See Ms. Patterson if interested – we need to defend our title!
Board Contact – Robin Coverdale – coverdaler@sympatico.ca
7. Scientifically Yours – a 2 day science experience for Grade 11 Students
www.brocku.ca/mathematics-science/scientificallyyours
May 7-8, 2015 at Brock University.- 25th Anniversary Year!
$285.00 + HST - inclusive
Application Deadline April 22, 2015
8. University of Toronto Youth Summer Programs www.ysp.utoronto.ca
Faculty of Law and Medicine run summer mentorship programs
$1260 inclusive/module– 4 modules to select from (many already wait-listed)
Fees and application due May 29th.
9. Rotary Club of Oakville Student Exchange www.rotary.org
15 – 19 year old student opportunity to a one year (August to August) or short term exchange. Applications being accepted NOW
10. M.E.I International Academy www.meiacademy.com
“the World is our classroom” Travel the world, study abroad or next door
11. OELC – Ontario Educational Leadership Centre www.oelccaso.com
Leadership camps running from May to September with a focus on athletics, music, fine arts, and student council leadership. Cost varies depending upon week chosen
$325.00 – $650.00
12. Harvard Summer School www.summer.harvard.edu/ssp
Secondary School Program June 20 – August 8, 2015
13. Live Different – Hero Holidays www.livedifferent.com
You can make a difference!
14. Projects Abroad www.projectsabroad.ca
Unique learning opportunities around the Globe!
15. Duke of Edinburgh Awards www.dukeofed.org
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