Creating Successful Students

The Learning Brain

Highly renowned researcher, neuroscientist, and Lord Nelson parent, Dr. Lara Boyd, will discuss how children's brains change with learning and development.  She will present recent data showing brain plasticity in children and conclude with some practical tips for maximizing learning and brain plasticity.  

Monday, 26 January 2015 6:30 PM to 8:00 PM

The Gym at Lord Nelson Elementary
2235 Kitchener Street, Vancouver, BC

Reserve your ticket online today at www.thelearningbrain.eventbrite.ca for only $5. 

Space is limited so act quickly!

If tickets remain on the day of the event, they will be available at the door for $7.Laura has asked that all proceeds of the evening be donated to Lord Nelson's technology fund.

* Holiday Hamper Wrapping *

We hope you can join us for the Annual Wrapping Parties for the Dickens Holiday Hampers!

There are 2 PARTIES this year to help split up the work and to be flexible for evening & morning availability.

We’ll wrap, chat and enjoy the Holiday spirit! Come for the whole evening / morning or come for an hour - anything you can manage is appreciated!

LOCATION: 
Lara’s House 1026 East 18th Ave (right across from Dickens Main)

Party #1 - Monday, Dec. 15  6:00pm - 9:30pm 
Bring yourself, your own scissors and wine / beverage of choice. Cheese & treats will be provided.

Party #2 - Tuesday, Dec. 16  9:15am - 12 Noon
Bring yourself and your own scissors. Coffee & treats will be provided.

Please let us know if you’ll be able to make it - many hands make light work - Thanks.

We always have lots of fun - Lara & I look forward to seeing you there - Ho, ho, ho!

Christy & Lara

Email: christy@ctpost.ca
Christy's Cell: 778.686.6131

* We need your help with Holiday Hampers! *

Please take a tag [or two] from the tree set up at the Main or Annex school, and buy the required gift. Alternately, you can donate gift certificates or money towards gifts. Thank you!

See more details below:

Blog link for "The Math Lady" - Carole Fullerton

If you would like to review some of the math concepts that were discussed at this past Wednesday's presentation, you can go to: www.mindfull.wordpress.com 
  

Mathematical Thinking with Carole Fullerton

Find out how you can support your child in becoming a mathematical thinker!  All parents/guardians are invited to attend - childcare will be provided.