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Brock University Newsletter-Students with Disabilities

2015 Aboriginal Student Awards Program

This is a scholarship intended to support Aboriginal students who have at least 2 years remaining in their post-secondary studies. Recipients are based on personal and academic achievement, as well as individual financial need. Status Indians, Non-status Indians, Inuit and Metis are welcome to apply. Students selected will receive up to $4,000/ academic year for educational and living expenses for 2-4 years.

For more information, or to apply:
www.GoToApply.ca/RBC
Deadline for applications is February 28, 2015.

YES! Badges, Basketball, and Bonding

On Saturday, February 28th from 11am-4pm at the Sandwich Teen Action Group, Windsor Police, The Safety Village, and the Sandwich Teen Action Group presents the opportunity to hang with Windsor's finest & Councillor Elliot. You will contribute to two murals that will be hung in the subway system TTC in Toronto during the Pan Am games this summer.

Youth Arts Collective Application

The Arts Council of Windsor and Region will be establishing a group of fifteen young artists to act as a Youth Arts Collective. The YAC will be responsible for acting as the voice for young artists of Windsor Essex and will work together to create projects, initiatives and opportunities for young people in their community.

There are certain requirements you must meet in order to become a a YAC member. To learn more, visit www.acwr.net or call (519)252-ARTS (2787). The application deadline is February 25th 2015.

University of Waterloo Unlimited Grade 10 Program

Waterloo Unlimited Grade 10 program  |  Theme of "Change"  |  Sunday, May 10 - Thursday, May 14, 2015

Application deadline: TUESDAY, MARCH 10, 2015

We live in the midst of change: technological change, social change, political change, environmental change. In modern times humankind has experienced an unprecedented rapidity of change. How do we adapt, or not adapt... and what are the consequences? Students will consider the perspectives of scientists, engineers, writers, and philosophers, as they examine the dynamics of "Change".

Program fee: $450
Supervised overnight shared residence accommodation: $160
All supervision provided by the University of Waterloo.

Lambton College Information

Do you have questions about attending Lambton College?

Let the knowledgeable team of Enrolment Advisors and representatives from their upcoming Parent Night information session answer your questions. 

Join on Thursday, February 26 from 5 p.m. until 7 p.m. in room N105 to learn everything you need to know about programs, the application process, and other general college inquiries. 

This informative evening event will give students and their families the opportunity to meet with program faculty and staff and learn about our various campus services, clubs and athletics. Attendees will also hear from representatives from the Office of the Registrar, Financial Aid, Counselling, My Career Centre, First Generation Services and Residence.

Campus tours will also be offered at 6:00 p.m. and 6:30 p.m. for those interested in exploring other areas of the college including residence, classrooms, labs and other on-site features such as the Campus Shop, the cafeteria, and the Library Resource Centre.

In the meantime, you may contact:

 info@lambtoncollege.ca or call us at 519-541-2403.

Select spots are still available in many programs for September 2015. For a full list of programs, please visit lambtoncollege.ca/programs. 

Shadow Days for Grade 8 Students

Grade 8 Shadow Week took place February 9-February 13, 2015. 

We enjoyed having the grade 8 students become part of our day! 

For more information on Shadow Days, please contact Anna Laporte, Student Success teacher at 519-252-6514 ext. 31423. 

CAREER CRUISING LOGIN SUPPORT

Career Cruising will be open February 16, 2015 for students to select their courses for next year. 

To access career cruising, follow the link below....

Career Cruising Login Page

WCI Course Offerings 2015-2016

WCI Course Offerings 2015-2016

Friendly Visiting Volunteer

The Canadian National Institute for the Bind is in need of volunteers to provide assistance to people who are blind/partially sighted for walking, exercising, running errands, reading and sorting, or assisting in their homes.

You must be over 19. You must also commit to 2 hours minimum, once a week minimum, for 16 weeks minimum.

Contact:
pamela.blondin@cnib.ca
(519) 253-1900

Bowl for Kids Sake Volunteer Opportunity

On February 27th/28th and March 6th/7th, at Empire Lanes (pick one date and session) you have the opportunity to raise money to support the youth mentoring programs at the Big Brothers Big Sisters of Windsor Essex by simply bowling!

You must raise money (at least $50) and will receive 2 volunteer hours for bowling, 2 hours for every $50 you raise, and a maximum of 10 hours will be rewarded for $500 or more raised. You will also receive 2 games of bowling, shoe rental, 2 pieces of pizza, pop, and the chance to win additional prizes.

Visit:
www.bigbrothersbigsisterswe.ca
(519) 945-6232

SPIRIT WEEK

This week's spirit days are:

Monday- Blue and White Day

Tuesday- Grade Wars Day

Wednesday- Hats off for Health Care ($2 Fee)

Thursday- Tartan/Plaid Day

Friday- Pink, White and Red Day

Picture Day for New Students

If you are a new student to Walkerville and have not had your school picture taken, pictures will be taken on February 13th. If you have lost your student card, there is a $5 replacement fee.

Out Of District Transfers

If you are a student planning to transfer to a different out of district secondary school this upcoming September, you must complete a transfer package. You may receive a package in the office until February 13th.

Triple p: Positive Parenting Program

The Triple P is a parenting program for all parents. Whatever your need, no matter how simple or complex, Triple P has the information to help you. They provide free parenting classes.

For more information, call 519-257-5215 ext. 74033
or visit www.triplepwindsor-essex.ca

Youth Services of Windsor-Essex County

The following are resources you may find helpful regarding:

Oral Health
-Windsor-Essex County Health Unit (519-258-2146 ext. 1103)

Youth Employment and Income Services
-St. Clair College Employment Centre (519-253-4416)
-South Essex Community Council Youth & Employment Services (Leaminginton: 519-326-1873)
                                                                                                          (Kingsville: 519-733-5784)
-Sandwich Teen Action Group (13-19 yrs w/valid student card: 519-254-6999)
-Ontario Works (519-255-5200/519-255-5600)

Eating Disorders 
-Bulimia Anorexia Nervosa Association/ BANA (519-969-2112)
-Windsor Essex Community Health Centre Councelling and Parent Support Group (519-253-8481)

Gay/Lesbian/Bisexual/Transgender/Questioning (LGBTQ) Youth Services
-AIDS Committee of Windsor Youth Services (14-24 years: 519-973-0222 ext. 279/ 1-800-265-4858)
-Youthline (4pm-9:30pm Sun-Fri 1-800-268-9688)

Parenting Classes
-Triple P/ Positive Parenting Program (519-252-2313 ext. 231)
-Windsor Essex Community Health Centre (519-253-8481)

Pregnancy Help Services 
-Healthy Babies Healthy Children Program (519-258-2146)
-Building Blocks for Better Babies/ Prenatal Nutrition (519-977-6862)
-Sunparlour Pregnancy Resource Centre (Up to age 24: 519-972-2727 ext. 5407)
-LEAP Learning Earning and Parenting Program (16-25 yrs: 519-255-5200)
-Prenatal Classes Teen Health Centre (519-253-8481)
-The Inn of Windsor (519-252-7768)

Domestic Violence
-Sexual Assault Treatment Centre & Domestic Violence Program (Windsor: 519-255-2234)
                                                                                                        (Leamington: 519-332-2501)
-Hiatus House (519-252-7781)

HIV and STI Testing
-Windsor Regional Hospital (519-254-6115)
-Windsor Essex Community Health Centre (519-258-6002)
-Windsor Essex County Health Unit (519-2582146)

Sexual Health 
-Sexual Assault Treatment Centre & Domestic Violence Program (Mon-Fri 8am-4pm: 519-255-2234)
All other times, go to Windsor Regional Hospital ER.
-Sexual Assault Crisis Centre (24hr: 519-253-9667)
-Windsor Essex Community Health Centre (Teen Health Centre: 519-253-8481)
                                                                    (Sandwich Community Health Centre 519-258-6002)
-Windsor Essex County Health Unit (519-258-2146)

Information/Referral Support
-Windsor Essex County Health Unit (519-258-2146)
-Youth Connection Association for Academic Excellence (519-254-8145)
-Telehealth Ontario (1-866-797-000)
-Essex Youth Centre (519-776-9000)
-Drouillard Place (519-253-1073)
-Grandview site (519-944-9091)
-Multicultural Council of Windsor Essex County(519-255-1127)
-New Canadians Centre of Excellence (519-258-4076)
-CanAm Indian Friendship Centre of Windsor (519-253-3243)

Crisis Support
-Windsor Essex Children's Aid Society (1-800-265-5609/519-252-1171)
-Community Crisis Centre of Windsor Essex County (24hr: 519-973-4435)
-Windsor Regional Childrens Centre Crisis Service (519-257-5215)

Help Lines
-Kids Help Phone (24hr: 1-800-668-6868)
-Victim Witness Assistance Program (519-253-2897)
-Distress Centre of Windsor Essex County (519-256-5000)

Alcohol and Drug Addiction
-Windsor Essex Community Health Centre (519-253-8481)
-John Howard Society (519-252-3461)
-Centre for Addiction and Mental Health (519-251-0500/1-888-424-9958)
-Brentwood Recovery Home (519-253-2441)
-Needle Exchange AIDS Committee of Windsor (519-973-0222)
-Ontario Addiction Treatment Centres (519-252-0991)
-Windsor Regional Hospital (519-257-5220)
-House of Sophrosyne (Women 16+: 519-258-2557)

Quit Smoking Help
-Windsor Essex County Health Unit (519-258-2146 ext. 1555)

Gambling Addiction
-YMCA of Windsor & Essex County (Youth Gambling Program 519-258-9622)
 -Windsor Regional Hospital (519-254-2112)

Mental Health Services and Counselling
-Windsor Regional Children's Centre Walk in Clinic & Crisis Line (519-257-5215)
-Glengarda Child and Family Services Counselling (519-252-7900 ext. 117)
-Mood and Anxiety Group Windsor Regional Hospital (Age 16-65: 519-257-5125)
-Concurrent Disorder Treatment Program (16+ 519-257-5125)
-Canadian Mental Health Association (519-255-7440)
-The Children's Health Care Network (519-948-3961 ext. 10)
-We R Kids Mental Health (www.werkidsmentalhealth.ca)

Services for the Homeless
-Street Health (519-252-3777)
-The Inn of Windsor (519-252-7768)
-Well-Come Centre for Human Potential (Females 18+ 519-971-7595)

Physical Activity 
-YMCA of Windsor & Essex County (519-258-9622)