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25 |Thursday, January 19, 2017 | OAKVILLE BEAVER | www.insideHALTON.com education Advertising Feature S tron g school com m unity a t R otherglen R e se arch reco gn izes that the creation of a caring, inclusive, participatory sch oo l com m unity is im portant to student learn ing, m otivation, and both so cia l and em o tional developm ent. A priority at Rotherglen is for stu d e n ts to feel a se n s e of belonging, fa irn e ss, and to feel respected and valued a s impor tant m em b ers of our comm unity. T h is is achieved through intentional program m ing to com plem ent our already stron g fo cu s on a c a d e m ic s, and through the cultivation of supportive re latio nships am o n gst stu dents, te a ch e rs and parents at the begin ning of the year, se ttin g foundation for open com m unication and collaboration. Cultivating a culture of k in d n e ss is an im portant com ponent of Rotherglen's vision. S tu d e n ts understand their role in building a sa fe , warm and w elcom ing sch oo l envi ronment. Activities and school-w ide events are crafted to sh ap e the sc h o o l's culture and provide opportunities for stu d e n ts to becom e involved. Giving b a ck to th o se in need through student-driven initiatives, creating opportunities for stu d e n ts and fa m ilie s to com e together outside of the a ca d e m ic day and incorporating character building into the curriculum , com bine to teach stu d e n ts co m p a ssio n , the value of a se n s e of belonging, and the im portance of developing healthy self-respect. True to its vision, Rotherglen stu dents are encouraged to becom e engaged in their learning, to lead with their hearts, to live with purpose and find their passio n , so they can becom e valuable contributors to their world. To learn more about Rotherglen's strong community, and w hat m a k e s it a unique learning environm ent for your child, visit the Open H o u se on Saturday, Ja n . 2 1 , from 1 0 a.m . to 2 p.m. S e e in g is believing. www.rotherglen.com - 2 0 4 5 Sixth Ln. Oakville - 9 0 5 -3 3 8 -3 5 2 8 OPEN HOUSE S a t u r d a y , J a n u a r y 2 1, 2 0 1 7 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. Rotherglen is so much more than a vibrant learning community. It' s a place where curiosity is fostered, challenges are faced and achievements are celebrated. It' s where students grow, become inspired, discover their talents and develop a love of learning. It' s where every child' s individual educational journey and experiences are nurtured and encouraged. Seeing is believing! Please join us on Saturday, October 22, 2016 from 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. to learn how a Rotherglen education can be part of your child' s bright future and path to success. Rotherglen, what school should be. Oakville Primary Campus M o n tesso ri: A g e 3 to Grade 1 2 045 Sixth Line, O akville, O N 905-338-3528 | mwilliamson@rotherglen.com Oakville Elementary Campus Grade 1 to 8 2050 Neyagawa Blvd., Oakville, O N 905-849-1897 | tdupreez@rotherglen.com W W W . R O T H E R G L E N . C O M