Wallaceburg Retirement Residence – Morning Coffee
Weather forecast for Thursday, October 11, 2018
Today – A mix of sun and cloud. Wind west 30 km/h gusting to 50. Temperature falling to 13 this afternoon.
Tonight – Mainly cloudy. Wind northwest 30 km/h gusting to 50. Low 6.
H.W. Burgess holding food drive in Wallaceburg
H.W. Burgess Public School in Wallaceburg is participating in the Farm Credit Canada Drive Away Hunger campaign.
The school has been collecting donations of non-perishable items all week and will continue gathering donations until the end of the week.
In the morning on Tuesday, October 16, FCC officials will be visiting the school to collect the donations.
Staff and volunteer appreciation day
The Lambton Kent District School Board celebrated those who dedicate their time to support student success during Staff and Volunteer Appreciation Day, held on Oct. 5.
“We greatly appreciate the daily dedication of our staff and volunteers who demonstrate an ongoing commitment to promoting student achievement,” said Chair Elizabeth Hudie. “On behalf of the Board, I express our sincerest thanks.”
“LKDSB staff and volunteers work diligently every day to create caring learning environments for our students,” said Director Jim Costello. “We appreciate the connection between our schools and the community members who work collaboratively to support student success and well-being.”
At the 44th Session of the International Conference on Education, the United Nations agency declared
Oct. 5 as World Teachers’ Day.
The LKDSB acknowledges the contributions of all employees and volunteers who support student achievement.
National news
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World news
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Kavanaugh and Gorsuch disagree as Supreme Court hears arguments on immigration