Children's Heritage Fund Approved Projects Janaury 24, 2024

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Children's Heritage Fund Approved Projects January 24, 2024.pdf

Arts Enrichment

Hugh John Macdonald School
$2,000

Skateboarding Inquiry - Eagle Circle Off Campus
This project will support student at the offcampus classroom an inquiry learning experience through designing, crafting, and riding skateboards. Students will be mentored through workshops with indigenous community leaders and industry professionals and introduced to a multitude of lifelong skills aimed to promote fulfillment of the four needs in the Circle of Courage mode: belonging, mastery, independent and generosity. A visit to the indoor skate park and lessons from a certified instructor will engage and challenge students. Student learning will include Science and Physics, Graphic Arts, fashion, subcultures, healthy communities, and entrepreneurship. Funding is Student Admissions/Instruction, Fee for Service/Performance, supplies not available in school, film and developing.

Shaughnessy Park School
$3,750

Shaughnessy Park Dance Team
This project supports opportunities for students to learn various dance which they might otherwise not experience in their home community and neighbourhood. Leadership from former Sisler students and Sisler’s Most Wanted dance team, will provide instruction to students twice per week at school. Physical Education, creativity, leadership skills and building positive relationships are all part of the success students will experience. Funding is Fee for Service/Performance, costume development.

Arts Enrichment total: $5,750

Multicultural & Cultural

Còllege Churchill High School
$2,000

Land-Based Learning and Canoe Trip Program 2023-2024
Funding for this project will provide students the opportunity to participate in a number of both inschool and land-based learning sessions with local, Indigenous guest presenters. The project will include topics such as the Indigenous history of our region, natural resources development, water and fire teachings, as well as traditional plant/medicine teachings. The project will allow students to also participate in preparatory sessions to build canoeing skills and test swimming abilities, as well as travel to Shoal Lake to embark on a 5-day, 4-night canoe trip in which they will engage with the teachings with Indigenous teachers and local Indigenous communities. Funding for this project is artist’s fee/guest speaker, fee for service/performances, supplies (not available in school), equipment rental/instruction and others.

Multicultural & Cultural total: $2,000

Outdoor Education

Brock Corydon School
$2,000

Camp 2024-Camp Arnes
Funding for this project will allow students the opportunity to gain a camp experience that aligns with outdoor education school goals, including bilingual programs (Hebrew and English), as well as develop and encourage leadership skills. The project will support students in Grades 5 and 6 through workshops at Camp Arnes, including in ropes course, orienteering, environmental games, archery and hiking. This camp experience will enhance students in Science, ESD, physical fitness and healthy lifestyle choices. Funding for this project is supplies (not available in school) and camp (accommodations/rental/fees).

Daniel McIntyre Collegiate Institute
$1,000

Asessippi Ski Trip (2 days, overnight)
Funding for this project will provide students to take part in a two-day ski/snowboarding trip to Asessippi Ski Hill. The project will allow students to learn a new skill, promote independence, resiliency and help build social connections. Funding for this project is student admissions/registrations, equipment rental/instruction, and camp (accommodations/rental/fees).

Harrow School
$2,000

Camp Manitou – Outdoor Education
Funding for this project will allow students in Grades 4-6 to experience a day camp which will provide opportunities for students to participate in activities such as cooperative games, swimming, canoeing, mountain biking, wall climbing, orienteering, shelter building, zip-lining and a ropes course. This project will allow students to work together in small groups which are designed to build teamwork and a sense of community. Funding for this project is camp (accommodations/rental/fees).

Inkster School
$2,000

Outdoor Education (Winter & Summer Day Camp Grade 5/6)
Funding for this project will provide students in Grades 5 and 6 the opportunity for an outdoor educational experience at Camp Manitou that encourages students to learn through cooperation, teamwork and positive leadership. This program will offer activities such as rock climbing, mountain biking, zip line, survival skills, archery, tobogganing, cross country skiing, skating and many more. Funding for this project is camp (accommodations/rental/fees).

Keewatin Prairie Community School
$2,000

Camp Cedarwood Outdoor Education
Funding for this project will allow Grade 9 students the opportunity to participate in a camp experience that includes learning activities related to various eco-systems, promote living an active life style, as well as developing and practicing pro-social skills. The project will also offer activities such as canoeing/kayaking, geocaching, drama, arts and crafts, initiative tasks and problem solving activities, team building, wall climbing, ropes course and campfire program. Funding for this project is fees for service/performances, supplies (not available in school), equipment rental/instruction, costumes and camp (accommodations/rental/fees).

École LaVérendrye
$2,000

Grade 6 Camp Arnes
Funding for this project will provide Grade 6 students numerous programming and activities at Camp Arnes including high ropes course, orienteering by map, group collaboration, cooperative games, tractor ride to s historical farm, fire building and bannock making, zip lining, human Foosball, numerous outdoor spots activities, archery, and instincts for survival game. The project will help students experience outdoor learning and learn about historical landmarks, as well as traditional ways of connecting with the land. Funding for this project is camp (accommodations/rental/fees).

Lord Roberts School
$2,000

Grade 6 Day Camp
Funding for this project will allow students to participate in one winter and one summer day of camp including a variety of different activities such as tobogganing, cross country skiing, snow shoeing, broomball, bannock, archery, zipline, climbing wall, low ropes, nature hike and biking. The project will also help students with teamwork, build a sense of community, as well as support and strengthen their ability to be school leaders. Funding for this project is other and camp (accommodations/rental/fees).

École Luxton School
$2,000

Day Camp - Camp Manitou
Funding for this project will provide students in Grade 4-6 to attend Camp Manitou where they are able to participate in various activities that enhance their learning through an engaging and authentic experience that help facilitate a sense of community and independence. The project will allow students to build strong bonds and friendships through collaborative activities such as building fires, rock climbing, ziplining and archery. Students will also be able to interact and engage with each other in problem-solving as they continue to learn invaluable lessons in patience, empathy and teamwork. Funding for this project is camp (accommodations/rental/fees).

Mulvey School
$2,000

Mulvey School Grades 5 and 6 Winter Camp
Funding for this project will allow Grade 5 and 6 students to participate an outdoor education that will expose them to social interaction skills, interact with nature with a focus on land-based learning with Indigenous perspectives. The project will also offer activities such as cross country skiing, snowshoeing, broomball curling, skating, orienteering, nature walks, tobogganing, and sleigh rides. The art, outdoor education games, daily journaling, reflections, videography, photography and oral discussion activities will promote togetherness and harmony and will focus on building cooperation and positive self-esteem. Funding for this project is other and camp (accommodations/rental/fees).

Norquay School
$1,100

Grade 6 Camp - Outdoor Day Camp
Funding for this project will provide Grade 6 students the opportunity to experience an outdoor education at Camp Manitou. The project will allow students to explore, learn, and develop skills in an outdoor environment that will offer students hands-on experiences in nature, as well as team building through archery, climbing, and biking. This project will also help students learn to communicate effectively, solve problems, and develop a sense of trust and camaraderie with their peers. Funding for this project is camp (accommodations/rental/fees).

Prairire Rose School
$1,567

Camp with Meaning-Day Camp
Funding for this project will allow students the opportunity to attend a one day camp and participate in various outdoor and indoor activities including archery, cross country skiing, wagon ride, candle making and tobogganing. This project will allow students to work in teams and demonstrate citizenship skills, as well as strengthen their self confidence and trust. Funding for this project is supplies (not available in school), equipment rental/instruction, other, and camp (accommodations/rental/fees).

Ralph Brown School
$4,000

Grade 5/6 Camp Cedarwood Experience
Funding for this project will provide Grade 5 and 6 students an outdoor education program at Camp Cedarwood in which they will participate in activities such as campfire building, fishing, archery, cooperative games, and physical challenges such as rope courses, canoeing, kayaking and hiking. This project not only cultivates students’ self-esteem, but also hones their abilities in communication, fairness, team support, acceptance, and trust. Funding for this project is supplies (not available in school), and camp (accommodations/rental/fees).

William Whyte School
$6,000

William Whyte 2024 End of Year Grade 5-6 Camp Trip
Funding for this project will allow Grade 5 and 6 students an opportunity for an overnight camp at Camp Stevens. This project allows students to experience cultural learning outside of the city limits, build school community between students and teachers, as well as introduce children to relatively low cost strategies for recreation. Funding for this project is camp (accommodations/rental/fees).

Weston School
$2,000

Camp Day 2024
Funding for this project will provide students the opportunity to stay for a day at Camp Manitou with parents and staff in which they will discuss and incorporate each of their perspectives and goals. In previous years students discussed learning about the world around them and how they see themselves in this world, parents discussed the importance of taking risks, building confidence and collaborating with others, and the staff discussed the importance of incorporating nature based STEAM activities in an environment that supports mental health while building resilience and critical thinking skills. The project will address the school goal of increasing engagement amongst Weston community, while incorporating land based educational experiences in relationship with Mamahtawisiwin objective providing students with experiential and nature based learning opportunities. Funding for this project is student admissions/registrations.

Outdoor Education total: $31,667

Playground/Field Improvements & Play Structures

Collège Churchill High School
$18,500

Outdoor Sitting Area
The funding will support the development of a sitting area in the school courtyard and around school property. The development will include 3 picnic tables in various areas around on school property and 2 in the courtyard are for all students to access and use throughout the year. The three on the school property will be cemented on the spot. A professional company will be used to do the work and the Division’s Building Department have reviewed and support the request. Funding is Fee For Service.

Glenelm School
$20,000

Glenelm School Installation of Swing Sets 
This project supports the collective gathering of information from students and PAC, to install an outdoor 6 seat swing set. This will also include an inclusive seat for students who have additional needs. Swings make students happy, and engage students in outdoor activities, physical education and relationship building. This project has been reviewed and is supported by the WSD Buildings Department. Funding will be play structure/ground improvement.

Winnipeg Adult Education Centre
$2,500

Bike Cage Improvements-Installation of bike repair stand and pump
Funding will support additional improvements to the existing bike cage at Winnipeg Adult Education. The additions to the bike cage fit with WSD’s 3 Pillars of ESD; human health/wellbeing, economy/ and environment. More and more students obtain bikes from WRENCH, and with these new installations, more and more students will ride bikes and bikes will remain in good working order. Funding is for Fee for Service and supplies not available at school.

Playground/Field Improvements & Play Structures total: $41,000

Special Students Activities/Programs

Adolescent Parent Centre
$2,500

The Mother’s Project A Career Trek Project for Adolescent Parents
Funding for this project will support and introduce students to postsecondary education institutions and the possibilities they can explore as future career paths. Students will participate in various workshops in a variety of faculties and training programs. The program helps to empower participating students discover their talents, skills, and expertise in different areas. Funding is Fee for Service/Performance.

David Livingstone School
$600

Yoga for Kids
Funding for this project will help improve the fitness levels of students as they strengthen their bodies and improve their coordination. The “Yoga for Kids” program uses a multi-sensory approach to teaching children and yoga also helps with body awareness, self-regulation, attention, stress management, motor planning and cooperative learning skills. The program is highly recommended by Occupational therapists who work with students to increase physical fitness, enhance the physical and wellbeing of participants, and create an interest in yoga. Funding for this project is Fee for Service/Performances.

Keewatin Prairie Community School
$7,793

Replacing Sport Jerseys with new school name
Funding for this project supports the purchase of new team jerseys. Due to the name change (formally Cecil Rhodes School), both the basketball and volleyball teams require new jerseys. In 2023 the volleyball jerseys were purchased. The total cost of the purchase is $10,911.00. The school currently has remaining funds and is therefore asking the committee for special circumstances with funding in the amount of $7,792.06. Funding is for supplies not available in school.

Pinkham School
$2,000

Sensory Room
The project supports students with social emotional learning. Sensory rooms promote regulation and create a safe space. Pinkham School hopes to create a controlled, sensory-focus space that meets the needs of students. Funding will support the purchase of suitable materials such as soft playmats, alternative seating, and soft wall panels, to name a few. Funding is materials not available in school.

École Secondaire Sisler High School
$1,116

Experiential Learning in an Outdoor Setting
Funding for this project supports students with an opportunity to explore an authentic outdoor setting while learning the French language. A day of outdoor learning will take place at Fort Whyte where learning will include Predator/Prey, Water Quality and Wildlife Diversity using their French language skills. Funding is student admissions/registrations.

Tec Voc High School
$2,000

Skiing/Snowboarding Trip to Springhill Sports
Funding for this project will support students and their participation in an outdoor activity. Approximately 40 students in grades 9 to 12 will travel to Spring Hill where they will receive professional instruction. Student learning will include physical education, to enjoy the outdoors and to build positive relationships. Funding is student admissions/registration.

École Victoria-Albert School
$2,000

Hinterland
The project supports the transformation and development of the snow-covered school field to include areas for winter outdoor activities. Professional staff will be hired to assist with the transformation that will include a snow hill for sliding, broomball, snowshoeing, and structure building. WSD buildings department has been included in discussion around the development and are in full support. Many students do not travel from the neighbourhood to participate in other activities. Having our playground and field transformed, will encourage all students to learn and participate. Funding is Fee for Service/Performance and supplies not available in school.

Multicultural & Cultural total: $18,009