I was a very happy parent Monday to attend Rothesay Park Middle School’s summer award ceremony for the Order of the Maple Leaf, whose recipients in this round included by son Kenneth Zed.
Kenneth like many of the students of the school received the award for working diligently in class, doing his homework as assigned, working cooperatively and getting along with classmates, being courteous and respectful to other individuals, and being a good citizen.
Loosely based on the Order of Canada, the Order of the Maple Leaf, which is supported by the Governor General of Canada, recognizes and rewards students who may progress from Member, to Officer, to Companion of the Order. This unique award is the only one of its kind in Canada, and has been a great incentive for students to be recognized for their good work under the leadership of Principal Catherine Chiasson. I have known Catherine most of my life and know that our community is richer for her leadership and dedication to our young people.
Rothesay Park takes pride in its middle school status. Eight years ago, it served kindergarten to grade-six students when it made the switch to a middle school the Order of the Maple Leaf citizenship program was introduced.
As Members, they receive a congratulatory letter from the Governor General and a maple leaf pendant to which they add pins as they progress to the Officer and Companion levels. When the bell rings at 2:20 p.m., Rothesay Park’s optional after-school activity period begins, and children participate in anything from fencing and gourmet cooking to doll making or line dancing with the vice-principal.
This year, the students of the school banded together to raise money and support for Kate Robarts, a sick classmate. I attended a fundraiser event for Kate and her family at the Three Mile. We are blessed to have such a supportive extended family for Kate, Scott, & Mary Robarts at this difficult time with Kate’s ill health, but we are all very hopeful. From yard sales and charm bracelets, to running laps and organizing the ‘Pie in the Teacher’s Face’ fundraiser, it has been an exceptional year for students supporting a needy friend and learning to work together.
Today I would like to congratulate every student receiving the award at Rothesay Park Middle School and to students throughout Greater Saint John working to make their school, their community, and their country a better place.
Kenneth like many of the students of the school received the award for working diligently in class, doing his homework as assigned, working cooperatively and getting along with classmates, being courteous and respectful to other individuals, and being a good citizen.
Loosely based on the Order of Canada, the Order of the Maple Leaf, which is supported by the Governor General of Canada, recognizes and rewards students who may progress from Member, to Officer, to Companion of the Order. This unique award is the only one of its kind in Canada, and has been a great incentive for students to be recognized for their good work under the leadership of Principal Catherine Chiasson. I have known Catherine most of my life and know that our community is richer for her leadership and dedication to our young people.
Rothesay Park takes pride in its middle school status. Eight years ago, it served kindergarten to grade-six students when it made the switch to a middle school the Order of the Maple Leaf citizenship program was introduced.
As Members, they receive a congratulatory letter from the Governor General and a maple leaf pendant to which they add pins as they progress to the Officer and Companion levels. When the bell rings at 2:20 p.m., Rothesay Park’s optional after-school activity period begins, and children participate in anything from fencing and gourmet cooking to doll making or line dancing with the vice-principal.
This year, the students of the school banded together to raise money and support for Kate Robarts, a sick classmate. I attended a fundraiser event for Kate and her family at the Three Mile. We are blessed to have such a supportive extended family for Kate, Scott, & Mary Robarts at this difficult time with Kate’s ill health, but we are all very hopeful. From yard sales and charm bracelets, to running laps and organizing the ‘Pie in the Teacher’s Face’ fundraiser, it has been an exceptional year for students supporting a needy friend and learning to work together.
Today I would like to congratulate every student receiving the award at Rothesay Park Middle School and to students throughout Greater Saint John working to make their school, their community, and their country a better place.
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