Our Programs
École Neil Campbell School is a dual track (English and French Immersion) elementary school with classes from Kindergarten to Grade 6. Ecole Neil Campbell offers all of the required courses of study as authorized by the River East Transcona School Division. Our annual averae enrollment is approximately 350 students.
Technology
Neil Campbell has two networked comptuer labs as well as stand-alone computers available for each classroom.
The technology continuum at Neil
Campbell is divided into two learning stages:
Exploratory State: students are expected to have a general exposure
to, and experience with, a variety of information technologies as learning
tools.
Skill Development State: students are expected to acquire specific information technology skills and knowledge in the context of core subject areas.
Music
Music is about communication, creativity and co-operation. Every student receives 2 - 3 general classes per cycle. There are grade level choirs in grades 1 to 4 and an optional music club for grades 5 and 6. Choral work, Kodaly and Orff are integral parts of the program.
Library
Students visit the library for book exchange and library classes in topics such as:
Research skills, information technology, author/illustrator studies, literary games, literature appreciation, and current events.
The PE/HE foundtion for Implementation and Safety Guidelines Document are used to provide a basis for the Physical Education program. The documents facilitate children learning through the importance of safe and fair play, (social responsibility), knowledge and demonstrations of movement skills, fitness, and healthy and active lifestyles.
Intramurals and extra-curricular activities offer a wide variety of activities, which are provided on a weekly basis creating an exciting, active and positive environment at Neil Campbell School. These programs are highlighted by special events such as the Tumbling Rally, Turkey Trot, Volleyball, Basketball, Wrestling Tournaments and the Folk Dance Festival.
Extra Curricular / Intramural Activities
Special clubs are offered to different grades at various times during the year. They take place before or after school, at lunch or during recesses. Activities are offered by staff as well as the Phys Ed Department.
Basic French
The basic French program provides instruction in the French language for students in grades 4, 5 and 6 English program.
Field Trips
Field trips are arranged to support curricular goals and as celebrations for special occasions.
Resource
We offer resource assistance to students experiencing any difficulties with learning. This assistance is provided to the classroom teacher in the form of consultation or direct service to the classroom. Cases are reviewed by the School Student Support Team, consisting of a member of the school's administration team, resource department, classroom teachers, and the Child Guidance Clinic.
Home Reading Program
The Home Reading Program is designed to stimulate your child's interest in reading at home as well as at school. Books are sent home with your child to read with you, to you, or independently, according to the child's age level and ability. We encourage all parents to help their children become lifelong readers and learners.
Vision and Hearing Screening
Each year RETSD provides a program, which assists in identifying problems in vision and hearing. Hearing screening is done with students in Kindergarten and grade 1. Vision screening is done with students in Kindergarten and grades 3 and 5.
