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Welcome. Pjila'si. Bienvenue. Fáilte.
Welcome. Pjila'si. Bienvenue. Fáilte.
Sherwood Park Education Centre is a middle school (Grades 6 - 8) in the Sydney Family of Schools. SPEC opened in January 1997. We are located in Sydney, Cape Breton, Nova Scotia, Canada. We have a student population of 410 and a staff of 60. We are very pleased to provide a technology solution to our students.
Mission Statement
Sherwood Park Education Centre embraces a child-centered learning environment with a focus on interdisciplinary teams integrating a large number of technologies and teaching/learning tools that lead to measurable outcomes.
Vision Statement
Sherwood Park Education Centre strives to develop, a safe caring, and creative atmosphere, through a process of shared decision-making, and an environment in which each student is motivated to succeed in her/his studies; as well as in extra and co-curricular activities according to his or her potential. Our school community endeavors to develop in all our students the self-discipline to act responsibly, a genuine caring attitude toward self and others, and a life-long love of learning.
Welcome to Sherwood Park Education Centre. We are SPEC STRONG. We live and learn in Unaima'ki!
Welcome to Sherwood Park Education Centre. We are SPEC STRONG. We live and learn in Unaima'ki!
QUESTIONS?
QUESTIONS?
CBVRCE Contact information[99].pdf
For international students registering in the CBVRCE, please follow the link above.
Today is Thursday, October 16, 2025. It is Day 4.
We are in Mi'kma'ki, the ancestral and unceded territory of the Mi'kmaq People. This land is governed by treaties first signed with the British Crown in 1726. We are so fortunate to live and learn here.
African Nova Scotian communities are intricately woven into the fabric of this province. For over 400 years, they have contributed to this province's cultural, economic, educational, and artistic landscape with a spirit of strength and resilience.
Today’s ANNOUNCEMENTS:
At approximately 9:30 a.m., Madame Gillis will be sharing the Google Form link with fellow teachers in the Google Classroom. Teachers are asked to share this link with the students in front of them via their Google Classroom for that subject. If there is a substitute in the classroom, you will vote in your next class.
Please consider the following before you vote:
You are being asked to vote for ONE student who you believe will be the strongest leader for our school community this year. Staff will be able to vote also, the link will be posted in the google classroom.
As you cast your vote, please consider:
Who demonstrates responsibility, respect, and a positive attitude?
Who communicates well and can speak confidently on behalf of your grade?
Who has shown a commitment to making our school a better place for everyone?
Who will listen to your concerns and bring good ideas forward?
Results will be shared tomorrow afternoon and our new co-presidents will be asked to sign a contract.
The Boy’s AAA Basketball tryouts will be held today from 3-5 and tomorrow from 3-5 in the school gym.
Girls Basketball Tryouts will be held today from 6 PM - 7:30 PM. Please arrive no earlier than 5:50 PM and ensure you have a drive home at 7:30 PM. Use the gym entrance. Please ensure you wear proper basketball attire.
Picture Day will be held on Tuesday, Oct. 28. Retake day will be held on Thursday, Nov. 27.
A notice for all students: you are not permitted to go on the soccer field during the lunch time.
Just a few reminders:
At Sherwood Park, we maintain a scent-free environment. Please refrain from using scented products before arriving at school.
Cell phones, AirPods, and headphones should be powered down and placed in your backpack. Please do not keep your phone in the front pocket of your hoodie. They should be stored in your backpack.
There is only water in the classrooms. Please refrain from bringing outside drinks into the school.
This is a reminder that students use their grade-specific washrooms. For example, Grade 7 students should use the Grade 7 washrooms only.
All students must remain in the front of the building in the morning and at lunchtime. During their lunch hour, students stay on the school property.
Have a Spectacular Week! Be safe!
We are all Treaty People
We are all Treaty People
2022-23 Information
2022-23 Information
Council on African Canadian Education
Council on African Canadian Education
The Council on African Canadian Education recently appointed Kim King MacDonald as the new representative for Cape Breton. Kim, is a resident of Glace Bay and a Social Worker in the area. Her role on the council is to provide advice and guidance to the Minister of Education and Early Childhood Development on educational programs, services and funding for African Nova Scotian learners. Feel free to contact her as it relates to the council, school based matters should be directed to school principals Kimberly.king-macdonald@novascotia.ca or kimkmad@icloud.com Cell # 902 574-0781
SchoolCash Online - Register/Sign-in to order lunch items. Pay special attention to the dates for ordering.
SchoolCash Online - Register/Sign-in to order lunch items. Pay special attention to the dates for ordering.
Relationships...What Really Matters Jan 2018.pdf
Student Success Plan 2024-25
Student Success Plan 2024-25
The Student Success Plan Goals :
Improve numeracy skills, grades 6-8
Improve reading comprehension, grades 6-8
Improve student engagement in school
Sherwood Park Education Centre
500 Terrace Street Sydney | Nova Scotia | B1P6N1
Phone: 902-563-7732 | fax: 902-562-6834 | email: spec@gnspes.ca
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