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22 - The Oakville Beaver, Friday September 12, 2008 www.oakvillebeaver.com New school year bound to be the best ever By Devan Aris, Amanda Ens, Micaela Millard and Sean Murray GRADE 8, EASTVIEW T he summer has been filled with a lot of fun activities and learning experiences for the students of Eastview Public School. But the time has come to get back to school and begin a brand new year. Sept. 2 came with new enthusiasm, new school supplies and a positive attitude from all the students. In talking with students and staff, everyone had their own opinion about being back. Primary students didn't have too much to say other than the fact they were excited to come back and see their friends. One Grade 2 student told us she was glad she had a good teacher. An 11-year-old student reported missing friends during the summer months -- as well as gym class and the climber. Now that our school times have changed slightly, many students would gladly trade getting out early for having 10 more minutes of recess. The intermediate students had a very different outlook on September. They reported it was a challenge trying to wake up in time to get ready because of the sleeping habits that most developed over the summer. Eastview always has a lot of new students who join us in September. Many come from Gladys Speers to begin Grade 7. They report enjoying the atmosphere of Eastview and told us that they were excited about a new year and a new school. They weren't the only ones. Teachers also had a positive attitude and felt it was time to get back. A new addition to our staff noted Eastview has a lot of energy and the students demonstrate an eagerness to learn. Another teacher, who has been at Eastview for a few years, commented she was excited to see how all of her former stu- dents had changed over the summer and that she was looking forward to getting to know the new students in her class. She also mentioned how she enjoyed being back on a schedule. By the way, over the summer the Eastview community had homework. As part of our literacy initiatives, all students and staff were asked to return in the fall with a picture of themselves reading during summer vacation. Each class has collected photos and placed them on a bulletin board in their room. In the main school hall there is a display of photos. The photos are fascinating, as they display readers in their backyard pool, lounging at the dock at the cottage and even in far way locations like the front of Buckingham Palace. The activity was fun and it certainly creates opportunities for conversation. It is also stressed the importance of continuing to read, read, read -- even during time away from school. As school gets started, students are challenged to "get involved" in the many extracurricular activities, clubs academic challenges and educational trips. Students are encouraged to participate in school activities such as soccer, volleyball, the chess club, science fair and math competitions. Even the Grade 8s are excited about preparing for the leap to high school. The beginning of a school year means sharing with friends the exciting summer events and holidays. It also provides an opportunity to meet new students and new teachers. Some say the best part of school is friends, while others insist it's all the field trips and activities. All we know for sure, is that this year is bound to be a good one ... maybe the best one ever. Family Dinner Night Sept. 18 On Thursday, Sept. 18, M&M Meat Shops invites you to gather your family at the dinner table to celebrate the fourth annual National Family Dinner Night. With more than two-thirds of Canadians saying their family dinners are simply too rushed to allow for desired talking and sharing, National Family Dinner Night is a chance for Canadians to reconnect by taking time out of their busy schedules to spend quality time with each other, while supporting a great cause. For every person who registers their pledge to have a family dinner on Sept. 18 at www.mmmeatshops.com or www.nationalfamilydinnernight.com M&M Meat Shops will donate $1 to the Crohn's and Colitis Foundation of Canada, to a maximum of $100,000. The Regional Municipality of Halton www.halton.ca PUBLIC INFORMATION CENTRE OAKVILLE SOUTHWEST WASTEWATER TREATMENT PLANT UPGRADES, TOWN OF OAKVILLE PR-2419 Halton Region is commencing a Class Environmental Assessment (Class EA) Study for the Phase III upgrades at the Oakville Southwest Wastewater Treatment Plant (WWTP). The upgrades include the replacement of an anaerobic digester, replacement of the existing Associated upgrades include upgrading the plant electrical substation, operations administration facility and laboratory. As part of the Class EA process, different alternatives will be prepared and presented to the public for review and comment. discuss any concerns you may have with representatives from Halton Region. This Public Information Centre will be an informal meeting and you are invited to drop in at your convenience between the noted hours. DATE: TIME: PLACE: TUESDAY, SEPTEMBER 16TH, 2008 6:00 P.M. TO 8:00 P.M. WOODSIDE LIBRARY 1274 REBECCA STREET, OAKVILLE (BASEMENT) If you are unable to attend this Public Information Centre and wish to obtain more information or provide written comments, please address your concerns to: Mr. Garry Boychuk, P. Eng. Project Engineer Region of Halton Mr. Hal Lewis, P.Eng. Managing Leader Stantec Consulting Ltd. E-mail: hal.lewis@stantec.com 120908 1151 Bronte Road, Oakville, Ontario L6M 3L1