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Head’s Blog: The Fullness of Learning   

Posted on February 6, 2026 at 1:30 pm.

Written by Jen McKay

Posted in: Head's Blog

When we reflect on our elementary school memories, we tend to remember the people, the togetherness and the opportunities to participate. To be at a school with a deep and varied co-curricular program that surpasses the typical allows students to explore emerging interests, find belonging, take thoughtful risks, develop a sense of self and work cooperatively.  

Our school offers Kindergarten through Grade eight and we typically offer over 35 co-curricular activities throughout the year from grades one through eight and almost all of our students participate in these offerings. The activities cover music, drama and the arts, athletics, academics, language, student parliament, and clubs of general and developing interest.  

 

These are intentional, important and embedded aspects of personal development that allow for the growth moments that compliment and support the daily learning. Having the opportunity to try new things in a supportive environment ensures that learning is a joyous process. It also ensures that having the courage to step beyond one’s current boundaries is developed. Growth and change come as a result of new experiences. Programs designed to provide these experiences in a way that encourages participation are providing the platform for the inevitable and associated growth. 

A learning environment is most complete when the opportunities to recognize more about one’s self are as abundant as the opportunities to explore, apply and transform information. 

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