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45454| O akville B eaver | T hursday,O ctober 18,2018 insidehalton.com An Oakville Tradition with a National Reputation for Excellence Canada's Leader in Elementary Experiential Education Offering an Enriched French & Music Program for ages 3 to 13 TODDLER TO GRADE 8 OPEN HOUSE Saturday, October 20, 2018 from 10am - 2pm YOUR NATURAL CHOICE SINCE 1968 EDUCATION IS NOT A RACE… IT'S A LIFELONG JOURNEYWITH FRIENDS. DEARCROFT MONTESSORI SCHOOL 1167 Lakeshore Rd E, Oakville, Ontario L6J 1L3 (905) 844-2114 · dearcroft-montessori.com education Advertorial Dearcroft Montessori was delighted to celebrate its 50th Anniversary as Canada's leader in Elementary Experiential Education. Established in 1968, it is Oakville's original Montessori School. The campus is located on a beautiful, wooded, two-acre historic property, walking distance to Downtown Oakville and beautiful parks. Dearcroft's ex- perienced staff take great pride in offering a warm, engaging, enriched environment with a tailored focus on the whole child. Dearcroft is CCMA accredited and a founding member of the Oakville Indepen- dent Schools. The school's nurturing, highly dedicated staff takes great pride in provid- ing a warm and engaging learning environ- ment for students. Dearcroft offers pro- grams for toddlers (18 months) to Grade 8, through a dynamic, highly enriched learning experience within a supportive and close- knit community. The experienced and quali- � ed staff, excellent ratios and long-term re- lationships allow for a focus on all aspects of each child's development. A Montessori education, due to its unique ability to identify and nurture indi- vidual strengths, does a remarkable job of creating graduates who go on to change the world. The founders of Google, Ama- zon and Wikipedia are � ne examples of innovative, creative and fearless entrepre- neurs who started their academic journeys in Montessori classrooms. They never stopped learning and continue to push boundaries... creating exciting new para- digms within their chosen � elds. Their busi- ness cultures are outstanding examples of meaningful change and as individuals they have emerged as world ambassadors of in- spired leadership. Dearcroft Montessori is located at 1167 Lakeshore Road, Oakville. For more infor- mation call 905-844-2114 or visit www. dearcroft-montessori.com. Oakville's original Montessori celebrates 50 years of academic excellence At St. Mildred's-Lightbourn School (SMLS), girls from pre- school to Grade 12 experience an enriched academic and co-curricu- lar program delivered by teachers who are experts in educating girls. St. Mildred's supports each girl's interests, talents, learning needs and strengths, and our world-class facility and signature programs equip her to achieve excellence in whatever path she chooses. Global Studies As part of the Global Studies program, girls explore and connect with communities -- local and global -- through experiential learning trips, community service, cultural exchanges and international student leadership opportuni- ties. St. Mildred's students have explored the far reaches of the earth, including India, Bhutan, Japan, China, Singapore and Aus- tralia, to name a few, as active community members and global citizens. Professional Internship In Grade 11, every SMLS student par- ticipates in a month-long, workplace expe- rience that is customized to her personal career interests. Girls gain valuable, pro- fessional experience that not only pro- vides them with insight into their speci� c career choices but also sets them apart as they pursue their career goals. Robotics and STEM Education St. Mildred's senior robotics team, SWAT 771, holds the title of being the � rst Ca- nadian all-girls team and remains the only Canadian team to win the prestigious World Engineering Inspiration Award at the FIRST Robotics World Champion- ships. Girls from Grades 1 to 12 to participate in science, technology, engineering and math (STEM) chal- lenges and are actively encouraged to pursue their individual passions in STEM learning and careers. Art and Design Arts education develops critical thinking and problem-solving skills, innovative thinking and self-discov- ery. At SMLS, girls receive a wide range of experiences in the arts, including dramatic and theatre arts, instrumental and vocal music, visual art and communication technology. Active, Healthy Living for Girls As part of their SMLS education, girls of all ages participate in outdoor education, physical � tness, creative expression and spiritual re� ection. We focus on the whole girl and we equip each student with the life skills and wellness habits she needs to be an active, healthy person for her whole life. (Photo left) Rebecca completed her four-week co-op at an aerospace engineering � rm, as part of the SMLS Professional Internship program. Grade 1 girls exhibit their photojournalism project for the school community. Academic excellence and real world learning designed for girls