Canadian Ideas

Smallwood Academy School Council, Gambo NFLD : held a “Have you been MUGGED today” contest. Twice daily during each day of Teacher/Staff Appreciation Week the name of one of the teachers/support staff was drawn and that person was presented with a mug filled with goodies. During the week all the staff were treated to a veggie tray and Tim Horton treats.

Rivier Academy, Prince Albert, SK: – The SLC sponsored a “Free Throw Contest” where students could win their homeroom teacher, school administrator or support staff a ‘Dinner and a Movie’ Each home-room chose 3 shooters and during one noon hour each shooter was given 10 shots on basket, allowing each teacher/staff the chance to have their name in the draw for the ‘Dinner and Movie’ 30 times! This proved to be an exciting noon hour with many spectators – teachers, staff and students alike.

Nackawic Middle School Home and School Association, Nackawic, NB : picked one day a month to show their appreciation to teachers and staff: October – plant; November – chili and homemade rolls; December – homemade chocolates; January – basket of apples; February - lunch for teachers/staff and goodie bags for bus drivers; April – fruit pizza; May – glass flower with vase.