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Olympic fever hits YM-YWHA pre-school

Early Childhood department incorporates Olympics into learning

What do four and fiveyear-olds know about the 2010 winter Olympics? A lot if they attend the YM- YWHA Early Childhood department. Since the fall, teachers at the preschool have been incorporating elements of the Olympics into the children?s daily activities. The 33 preschoolers have been sporting pedometers and clocking their steps in a mock walk to Vancouver. At the end of each week, teachers tally up the numbers and track it visually for the kids on a large map of Canada. They have almost reached Vancouver. ?We?re very excited about the Olympics,? said teacher Randy Mendel.

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www.abayoriental.com 2985958 COURTESY OF YM-YWHA Other related activities have included: making bobsleds from boxes, visiting the Olympic torch relay at the Côte St. Luc Shopping Centre, learning about the different sports and meeting Olympic

The Priory joins Peaceful Schools International

Mike Cohen

Public Eye The Priory School of Montreal, with the support of staff members, students and parents, has embarked on a journey to create and maintain a culture of wrestler and torch bearer Martine Dugrenier (pictured above). The YM-YWHA is located at 5400 Westbury Ave. in Montreal. Call 514-737- 6551 for more information. ? peace by becoming the first private school member in Quebec of Peaceful Schools International. According to The Priory?s Anita DiStefano, in order to become a peaceful school, there must be a safe, inviting climate where parents, students and staff work together as a team. In such an environment, students are encouraged to inc. See COHEN, next page

The Simons Simplex Collection

Strength in Numbers

Families connected by autism share a common bond. Their courage is inspirational, their questions are clear. What are the causes? Are there treatments? What does the future hold? Scientists hope to answer these questions with help from 2000 families each with one child on the spectrum.

13 Collection Sites Across North America

Questions raised by

AUTISM

bring us together

HELP US

search for answers

2,000 Families, One Mission At 13 research sites across the country, eligible families with the following characteristics are answering our call for help. ? One child with an autism spectrum disorder (ASD), age 4 or older ? One or more siblings without ASD, age 4 or older ? Both biological parents willing to participate.

Families will receive:

? A written report & feedback ? An assessment for the child with ASD ? Travel accommodations (local evaluations may be available)

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Montreal Children?s Hospital

Cara Schwartz,

Project Coordinator

(514) 412-4400 *23325

cara.schwartz@muhc.mcgill.ca

4018, Ste-Catherine Street West Montreal, QC H3Z 1P2

Simons Foundation,

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