In their Physical Education class, the Kindergarten students at École catholique La Renaissance (Espanola) have fun while developing their motor skills. Each activity is an opportunity to move, play, and discover… one small step at a time, with a big … Continue reading →

On Friday, December 5, Grade 4 and 5 students at École catholique La Renaissance in Espanola took part in a hands-on workshop celebrating French Canadian culture. With guidance from Rodney Meilleur (Identity-Building Facilitator at Conseil scolaire catholique Nouvelon), musician Duncan … Continue reading →

By Rosalind Russell – Espanola High School will host its first ever High School Arm Wrestling Tournament in the local region tomorrow (Tuesday Nov 25th) at 10:30am in the school cafeteria. They have named the tournament the Spanish River Invitational … Continue reading →

By Rosalind Russell – Schools in Massey, Espanola and across the Manitoulin are taking part in Bullying Awareness and Prevention week. According to education director, Bruce Bourget, Rainbow Schools are marking Bullying Awareness and Prevention Week including hosting educational activities, … Continue reading →

By Rosalind Russell – Cambrian College has suspended six more of its programs due to a projected deficit. According to the press release, the college is suspending new intake to another six programs mostly due to federal government policy changes … Continue reading →

Giving a can or two can make a huge difference, one snowflake doesn’t carry a lot of weight, but millions change a landscape, be a flake and support this awesome food drive! Espanola High School students will be canvassing neighbourhoods … Continue reading →

By Rosalind Russell – Last week, more than 90 students from several CSC Nouvelon elementary schools including La Renaissance in Espanola gathered at Twin Stacks Golf Club in Coniston to take part in the board’s 16th Annual Golf Tournament. The Grade … Continue reading →

By Rosalind Russell – The 50th anniversary of the Franco-Ontarian flag was marked by a new initiative introduced by Edith Dumont, Lieutenant Governor of Ontario at festivities held in Sudbury yesterday. She says the 50th anniversary is a great opportunity … Continue reading →

On September 22, École catholique La Renaissance welcomed the identity-building team from Conseil scolaire catholique Nouvelon as part of the “Franco Fiers au CSC Nouvelon” Tour (Proud Franco-Ontarians at CSC Nouvelon). With Rodney Meilleur, identity-building facilitator, and Julie Lancup, teaching … Continue reading →

As part of National Indigenous History Month, grade 5 students of École catholique La Renaissance (Espanola) built artifacts to represent the dwellings of First Nations, Métis, and Inuit peoples. Designed using simple and recycled materials, these creations illustrated each group’s … Continue reading →