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  • Home
  • About Us
    • School Council >
      • What We Do
      • Committees
      • Get Involved
    • Meetings & Minutes
    • Money Matters >
      • Fundraising
      • The Budget
      • Request Funds
    • Contact Us
  • What's On?
  • Inside NSS
    • Daily Schedules
    • Calendars
    • School Map
    • Parent Tips
  • Academic Support
    • Guidance & Extra Help
    • ARC / LD
    • GAC / Gifted
  • Wellness
  • Beyond NSS
    • Roehamption Residence
    • Education Changes
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​Welcome to the Northern Secondary School Council website! Our role is to give parents a voice in how the school functions. 
UP NEXT AT NORTHERN...
Late Start - March 22 - 9:55 am

Filling the Void on Emptiness and Identity Disturbance in Borderline Personality Disorder (BPD) - Wednesday, March 22, 7-8pm - In this presentation, Lindsay Fulham, MA, will give an overview on current research trends on the chronic feelings of emptiness and identity disturbance in BPD with a discussion on its clinical implications and avenues for future research. Register here. 

Walking Buddies - March 25 - 9:30-10:30 am -join other Northern parents to walk and talk about parenting, school, and life. Email nss.school.council@gmail.com for more details.

Understanding Addiction and Addictive Behaviours - Tuesday, March 28, 2023 at 7 pm - This presentation by Pine River's Centre for Family Initiatives looks at why kids can get stuck and how addictive behaviours may develop. It also examines the “function” behind the addiction, and how parents/guardians can support recovery without shame and guilt. Register here. 

Late Start - March 29 - 9:55 am

Early Closing - March 30 - 12:15 pm

Parent-Teacher Interviews - March 30 - 1:30 and 6:00 pm

Late Start - March 31 - 9:55 am
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​Games Night - March 31 - 6:30 pm - Join us for good food and good fun! Bring a snack or beverage to share, and we provide the games. All parents welcome. Email nss.school.council@gmail.com for more details.
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SCHOOL COUNCIL MEETING DOCS
  • Agenda for Feb 23
  • Budget report for Feb 23
  • Draft Minutes from Jan 19
  • Bylaw Committee Report for Feb 23
  • Chart of Mandatory Bylaw Changes for Feb 23
  • Draft of Amended NSS Constitution and Bylaws for Feb 23
ASK ADAM!
Access Principal Adam Marshall's Current and Past Weekly Bulletin here! 

IN CASE YOU MISSED IT...

Course Selection Presentation
On Thursday, Feb 9, Guidance shared important tips and strategies to help your student plan for post-secondary and make the most of our wide selection of courses and programs at Northern. For slides and recording, click here. 
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​Tech Coaching
Welcome to the 21st century, where pretty much everyone uses technology without even realizing how it makes their lives easier. Join Robin Campbell, an expert tech coach, to learn about all the tools out there, and how technology can support your student's success. 

University Admissions: What Every Parent Should Know
On Monday February 27, Teo Salgado shared an overview of the University admissions process, how your student can prepare a winning application and factors to consider in choosing universities. For a summary of the ideas, click here.

FOOD FOR THOUGHT (free resources!)

Change is Now Summit
Hear expert research and insight from four keynote speakers on "The Effort Myth", "ADHD Inside Out", "Nurturing Resilience", and "Dyslexia and the Right to Read" and more. 


Discover What's Possible 
Check out this library of 23 recordings from worldwide experts on topics covering ADHD, digital use, giftedness, self-motivation, anxiety, and more! To access, email nss.school.council@gmail.com for log-in information.


​Bright Kids Who Can't Keep Up 
Do you know what processing speed is and how it may affect your student’s learning? Have you been told that they have slow processing speed and want to better understand what that means? Join Dr. Ellen Braaten here.


Finding the Right Assistive Technology
Dr. Todd Cunningham talks about
 knowing what is right for your student and how to implement it within your classroom. Gain knowledge of various programs, software, and tools to use both in and outside of the classroom. 

Shift Your Thinking Support Library
Check out this library of experts speaking on topics including dyslexia, learning disabilities, ADHD, parent support, and wellbeing. 
Email: nss.school.council@gmail.com