MR. RANKIN'S CLASS

Constable Zens was an excellent teacher of the DARE program this year.  The students really enjoyed his sense of humour.  He touched on a number of important topics throughout the ten week program.  The students learned about the harmful effects of smoking, drinking and illegal drug use.  As well they gained insight into how to … Continue reading Students Graduate from DARE Program

Getting a chance to see the Stanley Cup Playoffs of curling was quite an experience for the students.  Having recently finished our PE curling unit, the Scotties’ Tournament was a great way for students to see curling at an elite level.  A few of the kids were interviewed by the Red Deer Advocate, and a … Continue reading Field Trip to the Scotties’ Tournament of Hearts

Back in November a number of students from Rankin’s Ultimate Underdogs’ class entered the annual Legion Remembrance Day Poetry and Poster contest.  Since November, I have been asked on a weekly basis if the “results” are in from the contest.  Last week two members of the Legion stopped by to present four students with awards … Continue reading Legion Remembrance Day Contest Award Winners

In PE we recently completed our floor hockey unit.  The students had a lot of fun competing for the coveted Golden Stick.  The Golden Stick is a trophy given out annually to the floor hockey tournament champions in Mr. Rankin’s class.  The trophy has been given out since 2003, and over 60 students have had … Continue reading GOLDEN STICK