Jens Haven Memorial School
2006-07
New Staff Orientation Package
http://www.k12.nf.ca/jenshaven
Town Description
Jens Haven Memorial School
2006-07
New Staff Orientation Package
http://www.k12.nf.ca/jenshaven
Town Description
The most northerly permanent settlement in Newfoundland and Labrador,
Nain has a population of approximately 1260,
consisting mostly of people of Inuit descent.
Two commercial air carriers,
Air Labrador and Provincial Airlines, provide year-round transportation,
and a freighter and passenger boat service
runs during summer and late fall.
Around town, cars, trucks, dirt bikes and ATV’s travel the unpaved roads,
but in winter the unplowed roads,
frozen ocean and snow-blanketed countryside
are home to the snowmobile and dog-team,
with space aplenty for skier and snowshoer alike.
For that reason,
and perhaps surprisingly to the newcomer,
most Nain residents welcome winter
and the freedom of movement it
brings.
In this space, people live within walking distance of each other,
making for close
friendships and easy familiarity.
On your walks, you will be greeted
by happy children who make their own fun and laugh easily at friendly, engaging
humour.
The streets, in fact, are alive with children.
New mothers walk their
infants and visitors
might think themselves in a children’s paradise. Many who have come here decide
to stay and make it their home, captivated by the beauty and social life that the
North has to offer.
Outdoor enthusiasts are literally less than a kilometre from a
vast northern wilderness offering fishing, hunting and a myriad of other outdoor
activities.
The brief description above portrays the peace and attractions of Nain. But this community
has challenges which are
exacerbated by drug use, the most problematic of which is alcohol.
Some students
who cross your path will have experienced more grief and despair in their young
years than you may experience in a lifetime.
Sadly, some of our children are
victimized by drinking, abuse, suicide, and hopelessness.
As a result of multiple tragedies, some of our children have few hopes, goals,
or dreams.
School, for some, is a place of refuge and relief where friendship and
safety take considerable precedence over education and study.
Education in Nain Currently the Labrador School Board delivers education in the community. As of
this writing, the staffing numbers are: 34 teachers, including 1 Guidance Counsellor 1 Art Teacher 1 Music Teacher 1 Physical Education Teacher ½ time Librarian 3 Special Education Teachers 5 Teachers responsible for Cultural Studies 3 Administrators 3 Inuktitut classroom assistants 1 maintenance person 1 computer technician 2 janitors 2 secretaries ? student assistants, as determined each year, based on student needs 1 school-based social worker 1 community outreach worker With a full complement of 34 teachers, the school can provide a quality education
in small classes with a favourable pupil–teacher ratio. Cultural activities are an integral part of learning at the school. Inuktitut language
instruction is offered to Grades K to 12, with Inuktitut immersion available to
Grades K to 3. Ilusivut (traditional craft instruction) is offered to Grades 4 to 9. Attendance and absenteeism continues to plague our school, but in an attempt to
address those issues we have hired both a community outreach worker and, with
the support of the National Crime Prevention Strategy, a school-based Social
Worker. Additionally, with support from Voisey’s Bay Nickel Company (VBNC), we maintain a
Book Loan Program which provides students who are not supported by the
Provincial Book Loan Program with a full set of textbooks for a deposit of $30.00,
60% of which is refunded when the books are returned. Jens Haven Memorial School’s Organizational Structure There is increasing recognition among the staff that the traditional school
structure is not meeting the needs of our students. This past school year we have
started a process of review to ensure that we are utilizing our staff and resources
in the most effective way to meet the needs of our students. These changes
continue as we consider modifications to all aspects of the school to ensure that
we are providing the most effective learning environment for our students. We are
presently investigating a partnership with the Department of Education’s Division
of Student Support Services to provide additional support to students who may
benefit from instructional strategies that parallel those recognized to benefit
students with Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder (FASD). Committees Committees are necessary for the successful running of a caring and nurturing
school community. We encourage you to become a member of at least one
committee and one extra-curricular activity. Breakfast Committee This committee oversees the smooth running of a process which results in all
students being provided with a breakfast. Cereal bars, fruit cups or fruit-to-go
and juice are provided to Grades K-12 each morning, and toast is provided every 6
days on a rotational basis to Grades 4 -12. Funds for these items are raised
through the recycling program, which is ongoing throughout the year. Other
sources of funding include the Kids Eat Smart Program; Pentecostal Assemblies;
and IODE,
an organisation which contributes clothing, books and other items to
our school.
Social Committee This committee oversees all social functions, e.g. staff
boil-ups, parties, etc. Appropriate items are purchased
for births, hospital stays, deaths, etc, all through
funds raised on Friday jean-days and hockey pools. Crisis Response Committee In the event of a crisis, e.g. suicide, this committee
meets to identify persons who may have been affected. Teachers are alerted and
appropriate response is put into place. The response depends on the emotional
needs of the student population. Graduation Committee This committee is ongoing through the year preparing for the upcoming graduation.
Funds have to be raised and plans made for this special occasion. House Committee New students and staff entering Jens Haven are placed on one of four house
teams, Nanuk (polar bear), Ukalik (arctic hare), Ukpik (owl) and Pamiuttok (otter).
Various events are held throughout the year to help promote school spirit,
participation and exercise. Points are awarded for these events as well as for
initiatives endorsed by the House Committee such as monthly perfect attendance,
success with the Accelerated Reader, etc.. A trophy is awarded to the winning
house at our Sports Day in June. Christmas Concert Committee Committee members plan and organize the concert which is held over a two-night
period. Spring Carnival Committee Weather dictates the unfolding of events for spring carnival, which takes place
late in March or early April. The committee organizes and plans the outdoor/indoor
activities. Teacher Orientation Committee To ensure that new staff have a successful beginning to their school year this
committee provides necessary information to ease the transition into a new
environment. Committee members and people from the community mentor new
teachers and are available to answer questions and help solve problems. School Development Committee This committee is tasked by the School District, on direction from the
Department of Education, with developing and, after approval, implementing a
School Development Plan. The plan is developed with input from all stakeholders, is
based on a thorough analysis of all school data and will influence most aspects of
school life. Occupational Health and Safety (OHS) Committee As its title indicates, this committee addresses issues of health and safety in the
workplace. Currently, the committee’s membership of four is drawn from teacher,
maintenance, clerical and administrative staff. School Council Committee School council is the voice of parents in matters relating to the smooth functioning
of the school. Its membership is comprised of teachers, parents and one member
of the school administration, normally the principal. The monthly meetings are open
to the public. Extra-Curricular Jens Haven encourages all teachers to become involved in extra curricular
activities. Everyone has talents which they often keep hidden. Feel free to start
your own extra curricular activity, e.g. technology, art, or cooking. After School Program Grades 4 -6 and 7-12 have use of the gym for organized sports alternating times
during the week. Chess Club Members meet once a week to work on their skills. This group is without a
supervisor at the moment. Drama This group is involved in the fall Creative Arts Festival and the spring Provincial
Drama Festival. This group is without a supervisor. Homework Haven Monday to Friday from 3 -4 pm the library is available to Grades 4-12 as a place
for studying, doing homework, and/or accelerated reading. Library Night Sunday to Thursday 7-8 pm the library is open to the public Morning Program Volunteers are necessary to provide supervision of
students from 7:45 to 8:20 am each morning; students
are able to avail of the gym for recreational purposes.
Music Music plays a significant role in the life of our
students. They have many talents waiting to be polished and to shine. If you have
talent in this area, please consider sharing it with our students. Pencil & Paper Club Students work on their drawing technique under the supervision of Mr. John
Murphy, a dedicated, caring teacher whose official retirement is honoured more in
the breach than in the observance.
Quilting Club
Under the assistance of Ms. Maxine Green (our Grade 6
and Home Economics teacher), members, which include
students and staff, meet once a week to work on basic quilting techniques. Staff Room Etiquette The Staffroom is a place for professional discussion and comradery. Talk of
individuals, whether student or community member, belongs to professional and/or
private conversations. This is especially important in a small community where
relationships often mean a member of staff is connected in some way to almost
anyone who may be discussed. Professional discussions tend to raise the level of
morale while personal ones tend to lower. Let’s keep our conversations on the “up
and up”. Travel and Shipping Information Nain is accessible by air and water. Water travel occurs only in the shipping
season from June to December. Most teachers ship their goods by boat and travel
to Nain by air. Trucking Companies: The island marine shipping terminus is Lewisporte, and it is here that you would
transport your heavy, bulky items. Several trucking companies will transport your
freight to Lewisporte. Many teachers ship their goods from St. John’s to
Lewisporte using Manuel’s Trucking. They can be reached at 709-535-0104. Note: The Lewisporte freight office operates on a 5-day work week and is only
open during regular business hours. It accepts frozen food only on the days
immediately proceeding sailing. Please contact the freight office at 1-709-535-6872 for specific directions. Shipping goods from Happy Valley- Goose Bay to Nain requires transporting those
goods to the dock at Terrington Basin, from where they will go north to Nain on
the Northern Ranger, a passenger and freight vessel, or the Astron, a
containerised freight carrier; unlike many transoceanic freighters the Astron does
not carry passengers. Please number your boxes and keep this information with you when you come north;
in the event of loss or delays your boxes will be easier track. Be sure to keep a
copy of the waybill as well. During the fall, teachers often have items from Sears or elsewhere shipped to
Nain through Happy Valley–Goose Bay via the Northern Ranger. Many teachers
attempt to time the shipment of their goods so that the shipment will arrive in
Nain just after they do. However, arrangements can be made through the Principal
to have your freight picked up at the wharf if it arrives before you do. You should
note that the freight office in Lewisporte is busy during the end of August if you
plan to make such arrangements. Water Travel and Shipping: From Lewisporte, your goods will ship on the Sir Robert Bond, an ex-Cabot Strait
car ferry which travels the Lewisporte-Cartwright-Happy Valley/Goose Bay run. As
the Sir Robert Bond does not sail into Nain, goods bound for the north coast are
transferred to the Astron, or sometimes the Northern Ranger, at Cartwright. Contact numbers for shipping and travel information:
Woodward Group (reservations) 1-866-535-2567
Coastal Labrador Marine Services (Happy Valley-Goose Bay) 1-709-896-3067
Freight Shed (Happy Valley-Goose Bay) 1-709-896-5072
Freight Information (Lewisporte) 1-709-535-6872
Shipping Rates:
Shipping goods - $35 - $40 for up to 100 lbs $100.00 for up to 500 lbs. For rates of shipments over 500 lbs. please contact the freight office in
Lewisporte at 1-709-535-6872
Passenger services on the Northern Ranger
are also available. Solo travellers may find
single berth accommodation sufficient, but a
private cabin is strongly recommended for
those travelling with young children. As of
June 14, 2006, the following fares, for
standing room only and plus taxes, apply: Goose Bay to Nain Children (ages infant to 4 years) no charge Children (ages 5-12 years) $71.30 Adult (ages 13-64 years) $142.05 Senior (ages 65+) $127.80 Creature comforts, for the trip, cost extra and are as follows: Single Berth $66.35 + tax Private Cabin $265.40 + tax Passenger travel to Nain can take one of three forms. The fastest is obviously air
travel, which, with advanced booking, can have you leave St. John’s and land in Nain
later that same day, weather permitting (unlike the larger airports at Happy
Valley-Goose Bay, Gander, Deer Lake, Stephenville and St. John’s, none of the
coastal airports have ILS (Instrument Landing Systems)). Flying direct from Happy
Valley-Goose Bay to Nain takes roughly 1 hour 20 minutes; the ‘milk run’ along the
coast lengthens this to just over 3 hours. Alternatively, the traveller could board the Sir Robert Bond in Lewisporte,
transfer to the Northern Ranger in Happy Valley-Goose Bay and subsequently
arrive at Nain. This will take several days. Finally, for those who like to drive, there is the drive up the Northern Peninsula of
Newfoundland to St. Barbe (about 11 hours by road from St. John’s), take a car
ferry across the Strait of Belle Isle (90 minutes), drive an unpaved road to
Cartwright (roughly 5 hours), board the Sir Robert Bond to Happy Valley-Goose
Bay and then take the Northern Ranger to Nain. This could take over a week. Still, these are options, and you may wish to mix and match to suit your travel
habits and sense of adventure. Air Travel: Air Labrador and Provincial Airlines travel into
Nain at least once a day, every day, except
Saturday. Both airlines use the DeHavilland
Canada DHC-6 Twin Otter,
Labrador Airways 1-800-563-3042 Provincial Airlines 1-800-563-2800 Air Travel Cost: If you are teaching in Nain for the first time, ensure that you make your travel
arrangements to coincide with the teacher orientation that will be held in Happy
Valley-Goose Bay prior to school opening. When travelling to and from Nain by air you will need to go through Happy
Valley–Goose Bay. If booking early, you have the option of a direct flight to Nain or
you may choose the ‘milk run’ that stops in each northern costal community. The
Labrador School Board has entered into a contract with Innu Mikun/Provincial
Airlines. If you sign a contract of employment with the Labrador School Board
then you will be entitled to the fares as agreed upon in this contract. You may be
able to get better rates yourself through advanced bookings or seat sales. Some
of the rates under the contracted arrangement are as follows: St. John’s to Goose Bay (return) - $707.70* St. John’s to Nain (return) - $1240.14 Deer Lake to Goose Bay (return) - $542.11 Goose Bay to Nain (return) - $657.80 Deer Lake to Nain (one way) - $485.52 *These prices fluctuate from time to time. Teachers should be aware that, at most times, luggage weighing more than 40 lbs.
will be subject to an overweight charge and is intended to discourage this practice
(or to make the Airlines rich). Teachers needing information on bookings are
asked to follow the procedure outlined in the memo from Provincial Airlines in
Appendix A. Food Information Nain, like other Labrador communities, has a small number of grocery stores. Big
Land Grocery, Northern Stores and Jacquie’s Convenience carry groceries and
sundry items. Dried and canned goods are reasonably priced, with fruits, cheese,
vegetables, dairy and fresh or frozen meats being more expensive. The variety of
goods is somewhat limited as well. Most stores have a reasonable amount of fresh produce available, though the
selection is best immediately after the freight arrives. Jacquie’s Convenience
places weekly produce orders for individuals through the Food-By-Mail program.
Customers get charged cost with only a minimal mark-up. For more information on
this arrangement, please call Paul or Jacquie Dawe at 709-922-2888. Many teachers make food orders before they come to Nain and have the
shipment timed so that it will arrive in the community shortly after the school
year begins. Appendix E contains sample food orders for one person, a couple, and
a family of three. Some teachers bring supplies with them for the first few weeks,
although this is by no means a necessity, and the size of a food order can vary
considerably from one person to the next. Given the large quantity of frozen items purchased, sufficient freezer space can
sometimes be a challenge. While the school does have a couple of extra freezers
to help accommodate any overflow, this can sometimes be overwhelmed. (If you
have a freezer, it may help to bring it with you.) Suppliers of bulk food orders include the following: Terrington Co-op (Happy Valley–Goose Bay) 1-709-896-5737 Contact: Dave Blackmore Northmart (Happy Valley–Goose Bay) 1-709-896-2921 Contact: Roselyn Lewisporte Wholesalers 1-709-535-8641 Lewisporte Co-op 1-709-535-6728 Andrew’s Wholesalers (Bay Roberts) 1-709-786-9041/2 Contact: Tony Wells Atlantic Grocery (Bay Roberts) 1-709-786-9720, 1-800-563-5118 Contact: Lisa Caraven 1-877-855-5521 (Fax) 1-709-786-7530 Price Choppers (Lewisporte) 1- 709-535-8535 Contact: Jeff Sampson In order to assist in the bulk food order, the Newfoundland and Labrador Credit
Union sponsors a low interest Food and Fuel loan program. (Credit Union Telephone
Number: 1-800-563-3300) The loan is paid back in installments throughout the
school year via pay deductions. This provides teachers with an opportunity to save
money on the initial cost of moving. See Appendix E for a suggested list of items to purchase. Health Services We have a health clinic staffed with five registered nurses and an itinerant
doctor who is scheduled to visit for one week each month. We have three
registered social workers supported by two community workers. The Nunatsiavut’s
Department of Health and Social Development employs one psychologist, two
addiction counsellors, two Public Health Nurses, a Community Health Nurse
supported by two community workers and several other para-professionals. Policing The Royal Canadian Mounted Police detachment in Nain has a staff of six officers
with the heaviest case loads in Labrador, but are yet readily available if needed. Taxation Information There are a number of taxation benefits available to you. One of these is a
deduction for the cost of moving to your new job. Please ensure that you are
familiar with this benefit. Be sure to keep all receipts for expenses incurred. If
using a credit card/debit card to pay expenses, ensure that those that are eligible
are charged separately so that they can be easily identified at tax time. Appendix
F has additional information on this benefit. You may also contact Mr. Paul Dawe
for additional information on this topic. Banking Information Nain has a Branch of the Bank of Montreal available as a part-time service in the
Post Office building. In addition, an ATM can dispense money at most stores and
The Atsanik Lodge for a nominal fee. Debit cards are accepted at Big Land
Grocery, Northern and Jacquie’s Convenience. High Speed Internet makes on-line
banking services easily accessible. Most teachers use direct-deposit for payroll
purposes, but a supply of personal cheques will be helpful as local stores and
carvers, who bring their wares door to door, usually accept personal cheques. Your
banking arrangements ought to be set up before you arrive at Nain; you have then
only to arrange for direct-deposit. Internet Access All coastal Labrador communities have access to the internet through Aliant
Sympatico Accounts. The school in Nain also has high speed internet access
through a process called Frame Relay. Video conferencing is available at the school
in Nain. This has improved in–servicing opportunities and connectivity in general. Teachers in Nain can access school computers, which are Internet connected,
although some restrictions may apply as the school server is also utilized by
students. All teachers will also be assigned email accounts by the Labrador School Board.
Correspondence will be sent from the board to teachers via these “lsb” accounts. TV Services Cable television is available within the community through Persona Communications
(1-866-737-7662 ). In addition, satellite TV services are provided by Bell Express
Vu; Star Choice’s signal is not as strong. The program line–ups are exactly the same
as is provided in other parts of Canada. Most teachers subscribe to Bell Express
Vu which is available through several distributors including: Radio Shack (Happy Valley–Goose Bay) 1-709-896-5360 Labrador Specialty Services (Happy Valley–Goose Bay) 1-709-896-6060 Postal Services All coastal Labrador communities are serviced by Canada Post. Teachers may have
their mail routed directly to the school initially, but individual post office boxes
are preferable and available through the local post office by calling 709-922-2217.
It is advisable to insure all parcels. Parcel Post, however, can be startlingly
expensive. The school’s mailing address is: Jens Haven Memorial School General Delivery Nain, Nunatsiavut, NL A0P 1L0 Church The Moravian Church is the denomination of most
Inuit. Pre-dating the Protestant Reformation by
some 60 years, the Moravian church was founded in
1457 in eastern Bohemia and Moravia, in what is the
present-day Czech Republic. The Labrador Church,
however, is now affiliated with the American
Moravian Church. There are regular services on
Sunday, presently under the leadership of a lay
reader as there are no ordained clergy on the coast.
In addition, there are a variety of religious festivals throughout the year. Most
services are bilingual (Inuktitut and English) with a English-only service at 4:30 on
Sundays. The Pentecostal Church is also present in the community with a church and pastor.
This denomination is an extension of the Pentecostal Assemblies of Newfoundland
and holds services on a regular basis. Other denominations have adherents in the
community but clergy seldom visit to support their congregation. Recreation The great Labrador outdoors allows the outdoors enthusiast the opportunity to
cross-county ski, snowshoe, snowmobile, hike, fish, hunt, etc. Many staff members
snowmobile from December to May, traveling the vast, open countryside that
surrounds Nain. Please note, though, that the Labrador School Board does not
take any responsibility for the security of snowmobiles stored on school board
property so it may be helpful, if you have a machine, to bring a lock and chain to
secure the machine Those who prefer indoor activities may join the staff for a weekly night of activity
in the school gym. The school has a weight room and will have a personal fitness
room in the coming school year. The Husky Centre is the town’s recreation centre. It offers hockey and skating on
natural ice in the winter; with soccer, volleyball, and ball hockey offered in the
summer and early fall. It has an after-school program for young children. The
softball pitch by the playground is well used in the summer months. The
Recreation Department also organizes a week long schedule of activities during
Easter break in which children and adults alike can participate. Clothing The stores in Nain and most other coastal
Labrador communities carry minimal clothing
supplies. Therefore, teachers need to bring fall
and winter clothing with them. Temperatures
with wind chill will reach to -40 degree Celsius
so winter coats, boots, head and hand cover, and
potentially face cover is necessary. Accommodations Housing will be provided to teachers through a variety of different options.
Housing is at a premium in Nain as it is a fast-growing community with a great deal
of potential. However, most apartments in Nain are furnished with major
appliances, e.g. refrigerator, stove, washer, dryer, freezer, couch and chair, table
set, and at least a bed and dresser in each bedroom. Accommodations may also be
shared with another teacher in a two bedroom apartment. The school board will assign teachers to apartments on a space-available basis. It
will also take into account family requirements and other requests as well as the
preferences of the individual you may be sharing with. Teachers moving into single occupancy will need to bring all items necessary for the
preparation of food (pots, pans, coffee makers, plates, cups, cutlery, etc.), linens,
bedding and pillows, and electronic devices (TV/ VCR/Stereo/Etc). Drapery is
provided in most but not all apartments. It would be useful for teachers to contact one another to coordinate what each
apartment mate will bring, to reduce duplication. (This may also be helpful when
shipping items to Nain.) A contact list will be provided through e-mail. It is recommended that teachers acquire tenant’s insurance to cover their
personal belongings. This past year some teachers purchased this type of insurance
through Johnson’s Inc., making payments through payroll deduction. It is also
recommended that teachers bring low-value items as they can be damaged in
transit, etc. For 2006-07, rent is set at $550 -$710/month for 10 - 12 months (see attached
appendix for the budget). Please note that if you have an approved sole-occupancy
arrangement you will have to pay the total rent for apartment. The Labrador School Board requires all teachers to enter a lease agreement at
the beginning of the year. It is important to note that most housing provided in
Nain is for teacher purposes and that teachers leaving the employment of the
Labrador School Board will then have to vacate the apartment. This provision will
be stated in the lease agreement. Suggested items to bring: Household items microwave, toaster, pots and pans coffee pot, utensils, towels, kettle, dishes, bed linens/blankets/pillows, shower curtain etc. Apartments have the basic furniture. If you are bringing a lot of books, you
may want to bring a book shelf. Electronics TV/VCR/DVD stereo phone (call waiting/caller id are available) Tools A hammer and screwdriver may come in handy. Toiletries Selection and variety are very limited. It is recommended that you to bring your
own toiletries, e.g. shampoo, deodorant, soap, toothpaste, etc. They can be
expensive to buy in town. Others Sunglasses, sun screen and fly oil. Halloween candy- depending where you live you will probably see a lot of
children at Halloween. Candy can be expensive. Some teachers order
treats on their food order or pick it up during the summer. Items that are simply NOT available There are a number of services or items that are NOT available. You may want
to consider this when you are getting ready to ship your belongings. There is
......... *No liquor store - beer is available at the Puff and Snack store, and customers
are limited to one dozen a day. Beer can be purchased from Monday to
Saturday, from 6:00pm to 9:00pm. Beer usually runs out in February/March.
Liquor orders can be shipped on the plane from Goose Bay. The freight charge
can be expensive, however. *No movie theater - Movies can be rented at Jacquies Convenience and the
Northern Store. *No pharmacy - If you require any medication it is best to bring it with you or to
make arrangements at the Nain clinic as soon as you arrive. If you do require
medication while you are here, the clinic gives it to you and they will send you a
bill later. You pay your bill at the clinic. Save all receipts for your insurance. *No contact lens solution- in the past it has been difficult to find contact
solution in town. It is best to bring a supply with you. *No magazines or daily newspapers- stores do not carry magazines. The
Labradorian newspaper is a weekly that can be purchased at the Northern. The
school library, however, does receive a copy of The Telegram (weekday editions
only) and has several periodicals and magazines of interest. * No take-out/fast-food - The only place in town to eat out is the Antsanik
Lodge. You must call ahead for reservations. Summer Teacher Institute All new teachers to coastal Labrador will receive an invitation to attend a
teacher institute in St. John’s. The purpose of the institute is to help prepare
new teachers to teach in coastal Labrador. This institute is a joint effort of
the NLTA, Department of Education, VLTC, Memorial University and the
Labrador School Board. This institute usually takes place over three days in
early July. FASD Institute The School District will also host an Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder Instiute
on Monday, August 28th and Tuesday, August 29th. This is of particular interest
to teachers teaching on the coast, and if you can manage the time you should
make an effort to attend. Deadline for registration is June 15th with the cost of
hotel and meals met by the Board. Please call Karen Combden at 709-896-2431,
ex 225, if you plan to attend. Labrador School District Orientation in Happy Valley–Goose Bay This will take place Wednesday, August 30th, 2006, in Happy Valley–Goose Bay.
New teachers attend this orientation session while on route to various coastal
communities. It is another great networking opportunity in which more questions
are answered and you also get to meet personnel from district office. You will need to make your travel arrangements so that you arrive in Happy
ValleyGoose Bay on Tuesday, August 29th and depart for Nain on the early
morning flight on Thursday, August 31st (the first day of school which will be a
school administr-ation / orientation day for teachers). A person from the
Labrador School Board will be in contact with you to arrange accommodations in
Happy Valley-Goose Bay for the nights of August 29th – 30th. Friday, September 1st is a professional development day for teachers. Students
begin school on Tuesday, September 5th. Contact Numbers You may want to contact someone to discuss living and teaching in Nain. The
following people have agreed to share their experiences with potential teachers.
This should help you make a more informed decision: Principal Mr. Jacob Larkin, Phone # 709-922-1397 e-mail jlarkin@lsb.ca Vice-Principal Ms. Juanita Skanes Phone # 709-922-1029 or 709-229-4465 (Summer) E-mail jskanes@lsb.ca Teacher Mr. Paul Dawe Phone # 709-922- 2888 or 2290 e-mail paul.dawe2@nf.sympatico.ca Asst. Director of Education LesterSimmons (Human Resources)* Phone # 709-944-7628 Ext.231 e-mail lsimmons@lsb.ca ● Mr. Simmons is also available to answer questions related to your
employment. Appendix Air travel
Appendix Budget Rent - Ray Ford’s apartments are $550.00 / per month. The school board
trailer is $660.00 / per month, including furnace oil. Electricity / Hot water - except for the basement apartment, each apartment
includes a washer, dryer and a freezer. The average monthly bill from Hydro
fluctuates from $55.00 up to $150.00. The basement apartment has electric
heat, which runs about $100.00 per month. Furnace Oil - all apartments are heated by an oil furnace. The apartments share
a common oil tank, and each apartment purchases the same amount of oil for the
autumn fill-up. In October 2006, oil cost approximately $175.00 / per barrel and
each apartment bought seven barrels. Cable or Satellite Dish - the company is Persona and the bill averages $37.00 /
per month (servicing is limited due to geography). Many people in Nain choose to
have satellite dishes, which are through Bell Express Vu and an average package
can run from $70.00 - $120.00 / per month. Again servicing is limited and you
must install the dish on your own. Phone and/or internet - it is through Aliant and the basic service for Nain is
about $25.00. Long distance packages are available. Internet is available
through dial- up and high-speed. A basic package with local servicing, unlimited /
any time calling to the Atlantic provinces and unlimited dial-up for internet is
$75.00 / per month; high-speed costs approximately $90.00 / per month. There
is no cell phone coverage available in Nain, although the coming months might
bring surprises. Perishable Food - even though you place a food order, you will still have to shop
at our three local stores. Price and selection might initially prove startling;
however, there are tricks to the trade. The Northern and Big Land Groceries
usually get their fresh products in on Thursdays, although weather-delayed
planes can drive this off as late as Saturday. You need to shop when the food
comes in because it goes quickly. However, many teachers place weekly orders
with Jacquie’s Convenience store. These orders need to be placed before
Monday morning and they usually arrive mid-week. Naturally, you can expect to
pay more for these items. A two liter of milk ranges from $4 - $7, a loaf of
bread, depending on its makeup, is about $5.00. You would be pleasantly surprised
that often the basic fruit and vegetables are about the same price as home.
More luxurious items are expensive, such as strawberries for $8.00 per pint.
Prices are much higher in the winter, when things are more expensive to
transport. Below are some sample budgets, which are presented here a guides. Sample Budget for Teacher 1 - living in the quadraplex owned by Ray Ford. Rent - $ 550.00 per month Hydro - $ $50.00/100.00 per month Oil - $1250.00 to $2000.00 per year Cable - $ 37.00 per month Phone - $ 75.00 per month Food: this is based on one week, usually every second week is the bigger
order - Whole wheat bread $5.00 - minigo yogurt $5.00 - 2L milk $5.00 - 2L of ice cream $8.00 - green pepper $1.50 - 900g cheddar cheese $15.00 - bananas (bunch) $3.00 - 1 dz. eggs $4.00 - apples (6) $3.50- 5 pounds of potatoes $7.00 - grapes (bag) $5.00- lettuce (head) $2.00 - onions (2pounds) $2.00 Sample Budget for Teacher 2 - living in the school board
trailer Rent - $660.00 / per month (two rooms) Dish - $ 75.00 / per month (cable unavailable in the new section of
town) Phone - $ 55.00 / per month (two separate lines available) Hydro - $ 70.00 - $100.00 / per month(approximately) Oil - included in the rent Appendix Classroom Strategies Classroom Strategies As you begin to prepare for teaching at JHMS, please consider the following
classroom strategies to assist you in delivering an effective education to our
students. Please keep in mind that our students are all individuals. Fair
behavioral expectations do not necessarily need to be the same behavioral
expectations for all students. ✏ repetition of concepts ✏ simplifying instructions ✏ periods of calisthenic exercises or stretching, especially during extended
periods of seat work ✏ an available space that is secluded and has little sensory stimulation. This
can be an area where students can “get away”. ✏ creating and maintaining a physical environment that is conducive to
learning. (ie., covering computers and other materials not in use, turning out the
lights, reducing visual and auditory distractions - posters, displays
hanging from the ceiling, labeling classroom items by using words,
pictures, colors, etc..., and reducing seat leg squeaking by covering them
with some material. ✏structured activities each day (morning routine, homework routine, recess
routine, scheduling routine.) ✏ provide prior warning to routine change. ✏ small group activities ✏ use of visual, hands-on, concrete learning materials ✏ use available time to address alternate needs of a variety of students
(e.g., social skills, bullying, life skills, etc...) ✏ model concepts for students ✏ use of alternate materials and behaviors to improve student comfort (e.g.,
using headphones, stress balls to reduce anxiety and excess energy,
having students remove shoes ( shoes must be kept in reach in case of
emergency). ✏ play music at a low volume as a soothing mechanism. This also serves as a
self-regulation tool; if they can’t hear the music, they are too loud. ✏ gentle physical cues to direct behavior. ✏ breaking evaluation units into two or smaller units to avoid frustration. ✏ provide more opportunity for oral testing, scribing and use of illustrated
evaluation materials. ✏ semi-enclosed work areas (study carrel) ✏ give immediate feedback on both positive and negative behavior. ✏ frequent communication, through letter or telephone, with parents, for
both positive and negative behavior. The following websites will assist you in increasing your knowledge of effective
instructional strategies: ✏ http://www.bced.gov.bc.ca/specialed/fas ✏ http://www.edu.gov.mb.ca/ks4/specedu/fas/ ✏ http://www.fasdconnections.ca/ ✏ http://education.gov.ab.ca/k_12/specialneeds/fasd.asp ✏ http://region6fasd.ca Scroll down under resources for Strategies not Solutions. Appendix Do it together Teacher Mentorship Program 2006 - 2007 Introduction The Newfoundland and Labrador School’s Act 1997 mandates, along with other items, that a
school board shall “ensure that each school within its district maintains adequate program
and performance standards”. Those individuals connected with School Boards with the most immediate impact on this are the
classroom teachers. The most immediate and lasting impact on programs and
performance is through the teaching staff. What is Mentoring? There are in fact many definitions. For the purpose of this document, Mentoring is using
experienced teachers to provide professional support for beginning teachers in their first
year(s) of classroom teaching. Why have a mentoring program? Mentoring has positive implications for both the Mentor and the protégé. Positive interactions
between an experienced and a new teacher can speed development of effective
instructional techniques by grounding the new teacher in realistic expectations of the
classroom environment. Mentoring also offers personal and often professional rewards to the teacher mentors. Mentoring
enhances opportunities within the teaching profession, allowing for leadership
development and increased job satisfaction.(Clark) Research has shown that: ► 20% of new teachers leave the profession in the first three years. ► The first year is predictive of success and retention in the career. ► New teachers are more influenced by their first school setting than by preparation ► Prepared mentors have more specific strategies and options to share with their
protégés. ► Helping mentors systematically focus on practices important for new teacher
growth and survival enables them to support their protégés' teaching practices
early in the school year. Informal mentoring is not enough, because: ► New educators often do not ask for the assistance they need ► New educators need to observe new effective teaching models ► Experienced teachers do not want to intrude ► Informal mentoring does not improve over time ► Informal mentoring may have a conservative effect on new teachers' practice ► Informal programs are difficult to identify, support and evaluate ► Informal programs do not lead to consistent best practices approaches. For mentoring relationships to be successful, three conditions MUST be met: 1. Expectations must be clearly-defined from the beginning. The protégé should not
expect the relationship to meet every need, nor for it to continue indefinitely. 2. There must be a personal match between Mentor and protégé; both members of
the relationship must feel at easy with the other. 3. In order to develop the type of relationship in which the mentor can be effective,
he or she must first be perceived as trustworthy and able to keep confidences. Role of the District Senior Administration 1. Provide the framework for a district wide mentorship program 2. Provide support for the mentorship program 3. Identify the initial parameters of the program 4. Monitor the implementation of the program at the school level 5. Modify the parameters of the program as new needs are identified. 6. Meet with mentors during the school year to discuss the program 7. Provide Professional Development release time for mentorship sessions. Role of School Administration 1. Be an active participant in the program. 2. Identify teachers as potential mentors in the spring. 3. Explain the role and responsibilities and expectations of the mentor. 4. Match mentors and protégés - Considering. 5. Grade Levels 6. Subject Areas 7. Common Preparation periods 8. On Opening Day arrange to have mentor spend part of the day with their protégé 9. Early in the school year, meet with the mentor/protégé pair to discuss the program and
progress to date. 10. Meet with the mentor/protégé pair periodically throughout the school year to monitor
progress. 11. Offer encouragement and support for the mentorship process. 12. Where possible, attempt to find common preparation time in teacher schedules 13. Intervene if relationship is not working Qualities of Mentors Effective mentoring focuses on teacher development. Effective mentors guide new teachers in
sharpening their skills, honing their instructional approaches, and helping shape their
attitudes toward teaching and their students. An ideal mentor would: • Be empathetic, that is, able understand the new teacher's perspective • Have well-developed communication skills - active listening, paraphrasing, summarising,
reflecting • Be committed to the program for at least one year. • Be able and willing to give time for: ► impromptu discussions ► regular (perhaps scheduled) meetings with the new teacher • Be a reflective practitioner - reflect on how, what and why they teach - model reflective
practice for protégés • Model problem-solving process - not to solve problems for the protégé but to assist the
new teacher in the process • Be confident about self and excited about teaching • Not assume a label of "master teacher" • Believe in the importance of on-going professional development • Be non-judgmental - is able to see positive aspects and help beginning teacher to build on
those aspects • Be supportive of beginning teacher's growth - this is an attitude that translates into action • Ideally have at least 5 years of teaching experience • Have a good knowledge of school standard practices and procedures • Have knowledge of district resources and procedures • Be able to communicate frankly and honestly Role of a Mentor • Be available for weekly meetings with beginning teacher as needed • provide information related to procedures, guidelines or expectations of the school and
school district • collect, disseminate or locate materials or other resources to be used by the beginning
teacher • give information about teaching strategies or instructional processes • offer new teachers support through empathic listening and sharing of experiences • offer guidance and ideas related to classroom management, scheduling, planning and
organising • teach a class while beginning teacher observes or observe the beginning teacher in his/her
classroom • use a coaching or conference format after observations and adopt a non-directive
approach when discussing areas of concern Role of a Protégé • be available for weekly meetings with beginning teacher as needed • Get to know the mentor personally and professionally. • Become familiar with school routines, procedures, resources and facilities. • Work with the mentor in a collegial fashion. • Discuss curriculum and teaching strategies. • Work to create a culturally relevant learning environment • Encourage parent and community involvement. • Celebrate successes Sample Year Plan September Focus: • School Routines and Procedures • Setting up the classroom as an efficient and inviting learning environment. • Classroom routines • Classroom expectations • Personal well-being October Focus: • School Routines and Procedures • Developing long term plans for curriculum and evaluation. Reference previous year’s Curriculum plans and or evaluation portfolios • Get to know students as individuals • Personal well-being November Focus: • School Routines and Procedures • Methods of student evaluation • Parent communication • Performance Appraisal • Personal well-being December Focus: • School Routines and Procedures • Ways to enhance student motivation and self-esteem • Performance Appraisal • Personal well-being January Focus: • School Routines and Procedures • Mentorship program mid-year review • Personal well-being February Focus: • School Routines and Procedures • Instructional Strategies • Parent communication • Personal well-being March Focus: • School Routines and Procedures • Instructional Strategies • Review long Range plans • Performance Appraisal • Personal well-being April Focus: • School Routines and Procedures • Instructional Strategies • Review and revise learning environment and expectations for students • Personal well-being May Focus: • School Routines and Procedures • Instructional Strategies. • Final review of the mentorship program • Personal well-being Resources 1. Franklin T. Clark The Best Practices of Mentors, Classroom Leadership, May 2001 |
Volume 4 | Number 8, Who is Teaching Our Children? 2. Leadership Knowledgebase(Michael Freeman):
http://www.sonic.net/~mfreeman/mentor/pitfalls.htm 3. Mentoring in Upper Canada District School Board
http://www.ucdsb.on.ca/main.cfm?content=links/mentoring.htm 4. NLTA Draft Document Successful implementation of the Teacher Induction Program: A
guide for School Administrators 5. NWT Teacher Induction Program: http://www.newteachersnwt.ca 6. School District 42(Maple Ridge- Pitt Meadows ) Teacher Mentorship Program: http://www.sd42.ca/staff-mentor.html 7. Schoolnet Canada: http://www.schoolnet.ca/nis-rei/e/mentoring_WEBSITE/default.html 8. Teacher Retentin Committee Report,; R. Taylor, D.Coombs, B. Gillis 2004 8. VCSTA Teacher Mentorship Program: http://www.vcsta.com/docs/mentor.pdf Appendix Eat The following lists will give some idea of the items which can make up a food order.
Naturally, this would be tailored to meet individual tastes and needs. ----- 0 ----- Food and Dry Goods order for a family of 2 adults. Catalogue # Item Quanity 10096 Christie Ritz 25% less fat ½ Case 01280 Bakers Chocolate Chips s/swt 2 Cases 00542 Del Monte Fruit Cups - Fruit Salad 2 Cases 00639 Avon Whole Kernel Corn 1 Case 01811 Ragu Spaghetti Sauce w/meat 2 Cases 01442 Kraft Pizza Mix Cheese 1 Case 02616 Duncan Hines Frost - Chocolate 1 Case 00631 Avon Choice Green Peas ½ Case 05931 Graves Apple Juice Mellow 2 Cases 00361 Grand Pre Milk 2 Cases 02808 Quaker Dipps Granola Chocolate Chip 1 Case 17762 Quaker Dipps Caramel Nut 1 Case 21143 Chateau Mushrooms P&S 1 Case 02058 Carnation Milk 2% ½ Case 01184 Heinz Tomato ½ Case 00200 Central Dairies Margarine Soft ½ Case 01192 Heinz Gravy Beef ½ Case 01596 Stove Top Stuffing - Chicken ½ Case 14995 Capri Bathroom Tissue 2 Cases 03113 Majesta Paper Towels 1 Case 21379 Kraft Cheese and B/Sticks (24/29g) 3 Boxes 02358 Poly Bags 12 lb - 1/100's 2 Boxes 21112 Clark Beans/Maple Syrup 398 ml ½ Case 25461 Can Dry Ginger Ale 355 ml 3 Cases 09813 Coca Cola Classic 355 ml 3 Cases 24938 C Plus Orange 355 ml 3 Cases 06328 Christie Chunky Chips Ahoy ½ Case 26450 Old South Orange Juice 250 ml 2 Cases 18153 McCain Juice Orange 12/1L 2 Cases 01356 Kraft Miracle Whip Light ½ Case 01577 Minute Rice (350 g) ½ Case 11978 Pringles Light 1 Case 10936 Majesta Facial Tissues 1 Case 03872 VH Garlic Sauce Mild (341 ml) 1 Case 03251 Heinz Soup - Cream of Mushroom ½ Case 03782 Arctic Power Original 6/23 use 2 Cases 19185 Potatoes - P.E.I. Russett 1/50 lb 3 Sacks 26449 Old South Peach Juice (250ml) 2 Cases 26485 Gatorade Grape 1 Case 6829 Gatorade Fruit Punch 1 Case 04500 Kellogg N/G Bars - Raspberry 1 Case 04227 Kellogg N/G Bars - Strawberry 1 Case 04809 Kellogg Pop Tarts - Frosting-Rasp. 1 Case 10867 Old El Paso Nacho Chips w/Tri 1 Case 02520 Primo Pasta Macaroni 1 Case 10007 Humpty Dumpty Cheeses (Lg. bags) 2 Cases 00929 Gold Freezer Bags (Extra Large) ½ Case 00174 Brunswick Kippered Snacks 1 Case 20991 Lipton Cup/Soup - Ch.Noodle Supr’e ½ Case 14739 Atlantic Best Riblets 1/15 lb 1 Bucket 19912 Del Monte Juice Straw./Kiwi -27/250ml 1 Case 05406 Del Monte Juice Fruit Punch (27/250ml) 1 Case 00551 Del Monte Juice Apple (27/250 ml) 2 Case 26466 UB F/F Rice Chicken (12/165 g) 1 Case FROZEN FOODS 02488 Grade A Chicken 1/15 kg 6 16151 AGD Chicken Wings 35 04105 AGD Pork Shoulder Roast 3 04093 AGD Cubed Stew Beef 6 06894 AGD Hamburger Meat Lean 25 15553 AGD Chicken Legs 10 02333 Red Brand T-Bone Gr. A 10 04100 AGD Fresh Spare Ribs 5 08453 Grade A Turkey 3/5 kg 2 01858 Sunrise 1/4 lb Beef Patti 1/20's 3 Boxes 17717 GG Boil/Bag Broccoli 12/250 g 1 Case 21468 McCain Superfries s/c 1 Case 04088 AGD Loin Chops Tp 15 10802 Pinehill Bless Sless Brst Chicken 4 Cases 05215 Lov Me Tend Chic. Fingers 1/4 kg 1 Bag 00171 Belleisle Egg Rolls 12/6's 1 Case 18277 AGD Chicken Breast 10 Item numbers unavailable Sirloin Steaks 10 Blade Steaks 10 Sirloin Roast 5 Rib Roast 5 10668 Cavendish Country Cut Fries 1 Case 04447 Kraft Phil. Cr. Cheese Lite 12/250g 1 Case 01320 Kraft Cheese Stick Marble 1 Case 06427 Delissio Mozza Cheese 5 Blocks 00206 Farmers Slab Cheese Mild 2 Blocks 00446 Maple Leaf Baby Bologna 3 13261 Gloucester Bacon 2 Cases 02938 Brandy wine Ham 2 18492 Maple Leaf Top Dog BBQ Weiners 1 Case 00451 Maple Leaf Pepperoni (6/250 g) 4 Boxes 04661 M L Sub Meat Variety Pack (1/375 g) 10 Packs 18482 Bagel Bites Cheese/Sausage/Pepp. 1 Case 28706 Heinz Taco Bites 1 Case 17198 H L Big Fish Burger ½ Case 02933 Janes Cod Fish Sticks (10 lb) 1 Bag 04104 AGD Turkey Neck TP 1 kg 3 Packs 26650 Janes Chicken Burgers (1/4 kg) I Bag
Food Order #2 (1 person - who donates a lot of cookies to school/social
events.)
02356 Poly Bags 10 lb
1/100's 1
pack $4.70
03084 Glad Zipper Freezer Med 12/20 1 case
$21.40
15430 Perfection Condensed Milk 24/300 ml 1
case $49.70
02800 Foleys Cookie Chips 12/300
g 2 cases $24.00
08288 Fireside Marshmallow Mini White 24/250 g ½
case $11.60
02529 McCormick Honey Graham Crumbs 12/400g 1
case $24.00
17773 AGD Coconut 12/227
g 1
case $14.70
02595 Cott Gingerale 12/355
ml 22 cases $92.40
17610 RC Cola 24/355
ml 7
cases $53.90
07702 Heinz Vinegar White
1/4L 1 bottle $3.20
05676 Vim Cleaner (Lemon) 24/250
ml ½ case $16.80
01646 Jets Soap Pads
12/10's 1
case $15.60
04318 Aylmer Ketchup Plastic 12/1
L 1 case $23.40
12978 Select Salad Dressing
12/1L 1 case $32.90
14826 Nestle Aero Bars
1/48 2
cases $58.40
21463 Magic Whip Dessert Topping 24/85g ½
case $11.40
10792 Quaker Muffin Mix LF Bran 12/900 g 1
case $34.10
09401 Hunts Snack Pudding FF Chocolate 12/4's 1
case $17.30
09403 Hunts Snack Pudding Butterscotch 12/4's 1
case $17.30
02839 RH Bread & Roll Mix 7/6
lb 1 case $35.80
02866 RH Flour
(12/1KG) 1
case $22.40
00537 DM Pineapple Chunks
24/398ml 1 case $22.80
18020 McCain Juice Apple
12/1L 5 cases $72.00
06620 McCain Juice Apple 27/250
ml 1 case $10.30
16421 ABC Detergent Lemon
6/23use 2 cases $56.60
00390 Burns Flakes of Ham 24/184
g 2 cases $53.00
19863 Senoritos Nacho Chips Rnd
6/400g 1 case $9.40
23600 Perfection Milk 2% 48/385
ml ½ case $22.15
03113 Majesta Paper Towels
24/2's 1 case $23.90
01148 Heinz Spaghetti/Tomato Sce (24/398 ml) 1
case $20.20
02806 Quaker Chy Gran Choc Chip (12/225 g) 1
case $26.00
19583 Ritz Air Crisps
(24/40g) 1
case $12.40
04338 Snacks Cheese Sticks
(20/150g) 1 case $17.50
00244 Campbell Chky Chic Noodle Soup 12/284 ml 1
case $16.90
00200 Central Dairies Soft Margarine 24/454 g 1 ½
cases $33.45
17416 Cott Lime
8/2L 1
case $10.70
06328 Christie Chunky Chips Ahoy 16/350 g 1
case $42.10
00663 Ajax (24/400
g) ½
case $8.40
03249 Heinz Soup Chicken Noodle (24/284 ml) 1
case $13.20
03251 Heinz Soup Cream of Mushroom (24/284 ml) 1
case $14.20
00222 Campbell?s Cream of Chicken (24/284 ml) ½
case $11.70
12002 Nutri Grain Bars (B/B) (16/37
G) 2 cases $14.60
12000 Nutri Grain Bars (S/B) (16/37
G) 3 cases $21.90
21143 Sun King Mushrooms Pieces and Stems (24/284ml)½
case $9.50
19861 Mexicasa Mild Salsa 1/3.8
L 1 bottle $15.40
01577 Minute Rice
24/350g 1
case $37.40
01814 Ragu Spaghetti Sce Meat 12/700 ml 1
case $22.20
10936 Majesta Facial Tissues
48/150's 1 case $47.40
21145 Nice and Soft Bathroom Tissue 4/24"s 2
cases $51.00
22366 Lipton Mashed Butter/Herb 12/156 g 1
case $17.80
00639 Avon Whole Kernel Corn 24/341
ml ½ case $9.50
02606 DH Cake Mix White (12/515 g) 1
case $18.20
02615 DH Frost Cream Cheese (12/450
g) 1 case $22.80
21266 Lysol Kitchen Cleaner Antib
(1/3.8L) 1 bottle $13.00
03226 GM Honey Nut Cheerios (16/375g) 1
case $56.30
16942 Windex
(1/5L) 1
bottle $13.80
14514 Palmolive Liquid Ant/Lem
(12/950ml) 1 case $26.70
04605 CS Pine-sol
(12/1L) 1
case $14.80
02652 Mr Clean
(12/800ml) 1
case $32.00
18055 Cling Free Sheets
(6/40's) 1
case $11.30
03039 V-H Cherry Sauce (12/455
ml) 1 case $24.60
00623 Gattuso Pizza Sauce Pep
(24/213ml) 1 case $17.70
11545 Lantic Sugar
(10/2kg) 1
case $24.30
21527 Potatoes - 20 LB
Bag 1
bag
-------- Frozen Food --------
01313 Kraft Cheese Stick Mild 12/227
g 1 case $33.90
01327 Kraft Cheese Stick Mozza12/227 g 2
cases $71.40
16147 Larsen Cooked Ham 12/175
g 2 cases $37.40
00015 Larsens Picnic
Hams 6
hams $5.60 kg
02939 Dawn Wieners 24/450
g 1 case $34.00
05623 McCain Crinkle Cut Fries 12/1
kg 1 case $22.00
00354 Picnic Orange Juice 24/12
oz 1 case $24.70
------ Cross Rib Roast 2 to 3
lbs 4 roasts -------
04097 Economy T Bone
Steaks 6
steaks $10.07/kg
06894 Hamburger Meat/Ground Beef- Lean (1 lb) 24
packs $5.53/kg
04088 Pork Chops (Loin) Regular 12
trays of pork chops $7.16/kg
07309 Sunrise Beef Patties
1/40's 1 pack $10.60
05215 Love Me Tender Chicken Fingers 1011 1/4 kg 2
cases $84.00
17931 Chicken Wings IPL (No tips)1/5
kg 1 - 5 kg pack $17.10
04196 Utility Whole Chickens (2 to 3
lbs) 8 chickens $3.71/kg
10802 Pinehill Boneless Skinless Chicken Breasts 1/ 4 kg 3
packs $101.40
02505 Utility Turkey 4-5
kg 1
turkey $3.42/kg
00360 McCain Broccoli Spears 12/300
g 2 cases $28.40
04827 Maple Leaf Black Forest Deli
Ham 1 ham $8.11/kg
21467 McCain Waffles Blueberry (12/312
g) 1 case $22.50
00358 McCain D&D Marble Cake (6/510g) 1
case $17.50
10594 Hi-Liner Cod Fish Sticks (12/350g) 1 case $54.00
00446 ML Baby Bologna (1 kg) 2 sticks $5.22/kg
2005 Guidelines for Revenue Canada Travel Deductions
You can deduct reasonable amounts that you paid for moving yourself,
your family, and your household effects. Not all members of your
household have to travel together or at the same time.
Eligible moving expenses include:
- traveling expenses, including vehicle expenses, meals and accommodation,
to move you and members of your household to your new residence (you can
choose to claim vehicle and meal expenses using the "Simplified method"
below);
- transportation and storage costs (such as packing, hauling, in-transit
storage, and insurance) for household effects, including items such as
boats and trailers;
- costs for up to 15 days for meals and temporary accommodation near
either residence, for you and the members of your household (you can
choose to claim meal expenses using the "Simplified method" below); and
the cost of cancelling a lease for your old residence, except any rental
payment for the period during which you occupied the residence.
When your old residence is sold as a result of your move, eligible
moving expenses also include:
- legal fees for the purchase of the new residence, as well as any taxes
paid (other than GST/HST or property taxes) for the transfer or
registration of title to the new residence, if you or your spouse or
common-law partner sold the old residence; and the cost of selling your
old residence, including advertising, notarial or legal fees, real
estate commission, and mortgage penalty when the mortgage is paid off
before maturity.
If you moved after 1997, and your moving expenses were paid in a year
after the year of your move, you now may be able to claim them on your
return for the year you paid them against employment or self-employment
income earned at the new location. Any unused amounts may be carried
forward and deducted only against such income earned at the new location
in the following years.
This may apply if your old residence did not sell until after the year
of your move. If this is the case, you will have to submit this form
with the receipts and explain the delay in selling your home.
If this affects how you would have filed your return for a previous
year, you can ask us to change it. For more information, see
Be sure to keep receipts and documents supporting your claim.
Living in Nain is to enter the stark beauty of the north. Air so clear it magnifies,
and ocean, forest and marsh suffuse the breeze. At night, every star in the
universe is visible, and the moon rises into a white brilliance unseen in the south.
Under the moon and stars, the northern lights flicker and dance their way through
the sky. In winter’s coldest months, snow creaks underfoot, and in spring
meltwater washes the land. December and January bring shortened daylight, but
by June the sky never quite loses a trace of blue. By then, the sea and lake ice is
all but vanished. Only the Kilapait Mountains to the north hold remnants of winter
snow. Seasons of magic.
which can
transport up to 19 passengers. Please note,
however, that these aircraft have no toilet
facilities. 
Appendix General Map of Nain
Appendix H
Orientation Days for Jens Haven Memorial, Nain
Draft Agenda
Thursday, August 31, 2006
8 - 8:20: Administration meeting with the mentors to discuss
the mentorship package (i.e. the role of mentors, their
responsibilities, etc.)
8:20 - 10:30: New teachers to pick up their 'start up kit'
(registers, keys, schedules, class lists, etc.) and proceed
to their classrooms.
Recess (10:30 -- 10:50) Nutrition Break
10:50 -- 11:50: Staff Meeting: Meet and Greet of all staff
Housekeeping Items (e.g.: dress code, school bell times,
school rules / professional etiquette, fire drill, etc.)
Discipline Policy
Structure of School System - grades K - 9
1:00-3:00 Teacher's Classroom Time (classroom set up,
possible time for mentors and proteges to meet, etc.)
Friday, September 01, 2006
8:20 - 10:30: Presentations on:
Extra Curricular Activities
Breakfast Program
Social Committee
Crisis Response Committee
Cultural Presentation (Ms. Isabella Pain - VBNC Ltd.)
Community Health Services Presentation
Student Support Services Overview
FASD debriefing
10:30-10:50: Nutrition Break
10:50-11:50: Teacher's Classroom Time
1:00-3:15: Teacher's Classroom Time