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Water fountains remain safe despite communication concerns, admin insists
On the evening of October 3rd, a letter went out to parents/guardians of North Park students informing them that “an exceedance of lead was found in at least one of our drinking water/food preparation sources,” and that, “all exceedances at our school have been resolved.” The vagueness of the letter raised concerns with students about Read more
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Students gain valuable experience at Mock Bail competition
On November 8th, North Park’s grade 11 students participated in a Mock Bail trial at the Brampton Courthouse, competing against eight different schools. This experience was a unique opportunity for the grade 11s as they were able to learn more about the law through the challenging case of R v Costa. Preparations for the mock Read more
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Science Trip to the Toronto Zoo
On November 8th, 2024, North Park science classes visited the Toronto Zoo. It was an incredible opportunity to learn about the wildlife in a dynamic setting. The trip allowed each person to explore the zoo at their own pace and focus on areas they were curious about visiting. First was the African Savanna exhibit, which Read more
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Remembrance Day comes and goes with no assembly
On November 11, 2024, the school gave a minute of silence to remember the fallen soldiers of the World Wars. The traditional trumpets played on the speakers along with the poem, In Flanders Fields, but the absence of the usual Remembrance Day assembly confused students and staff alike. The yearly assembly was usually a solemn Read more
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Trump and Harris clash on immigration, abortion, and global conflicts in 2024 debate
Democratic and Republican nominees Kamala Harris and Donald Trump went head to head in the second presidential debate for the 2024 US presidential elections on September 10th. The debate was hosted by ABC News, and some of the points of contention were immigration, reproductive rights, the economy, and current wars around the world. This debate Read more
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Students build connections at annual IBT retreat
On September 27th, North Park Secondary School’s grade 9 and 12 students participated in the freshly updated and much anticipated IBT retreat. The retreat, held on the school tennis court and field, fulfilled its purpose of creating bonds between mentors and mentees, and allowed the young ninth graders to acquaint themselves with fellow students. The Read more
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