Archive for September, 2015

Alumni Living Library

The Alumni Living Library is a NEW addition to the Connections Weekend festivities. Our vision was to bring together seven graduates representing the past 7 decades of education at Rockway. We have invited the following grads to become human “books” for an afternoon. Robert (Bob) Witmer ’48 Retired Pastor Mary (nee Hunsberger) Schiedel ’55 Retired Teacher and […]

Posted on: September 28th, 2015
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Join us for Family Breakfast

Parents, students, siblings, faculty & staff are all invited to enjoy a delicious breakfast together. Friday, October 9th, 7:15 am $7.00/person in the Assembly Area The menu includes: French Toast with Syrup Bacon Fruit Tray Juice or Milk Coffee or Tea Please purchase tickets at the main office no later than Tuesday, October 6th. Have a […]

Posted on: September 25th, 2015
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Weekend Getaway on Georgian Bay

Need a relaxing weekend away with the family?  Why not head to Georgian Bay for a weekend of water sports, good food and family fun! This amazing family fun weekend will be auctioned off at the LIVE Auction during the Entertainment Gala on Saturday October 24. Generously Donated by: John & Julie Torrance-Perks Retail Value:  Priceless!

Posted on: September 25th, 2015
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Rockway Mennonite Collegiate 70th Anniversary Quilt

Judy Gascho Jutzi ’72 was commissioned to design and create quilt commemorating 70 years of education at Rockway Mennonite Collegiate. This beautiful quilt will be auctioned off at the LIVE Auction during the Entertainment Gala on Saturday October 24. Quilted by: Judy Gascho Jutzi ’72 Retail Value:  Priceless!

Posted on: September 25th, 2015
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Changes in Student Services

There are some important changes in student services this year that you should be aware of. In order to create more time for students to meet individually with counsellors, Student Services will move to an email and appointment slip system and move away from the primarily “drop in” one of past years. This intentional shift will […]

Posted on: September 21st, 2015
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Spiritual Emphasis Week 2015: Mental Wellness

September 29 – October 1st will be Spiritual Emphasis Week at Rockway. The focus of the week will be on “Mental Wellness” and will feature scholar and therapist Dr. Melissa Hofstetter from Los Angeles, California. What is Spiritual Emphasis Week? Rockway’s Spiritual Emphasis Week is a time where the Rockway community intentionally focuses on a […]

Posted on: September 17th, 2015
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Chapel Theme 2015: Grounded in the centre, Growing on the edges

On Thursday, September 10, Chapel coordinator, Janet Bauman and student Faith & Worship Committee chairperson, Laura Moolenbeek, introduced the chapel theme for the year, Grounded in the Centre, Growing on the Edges. This year marks Rockway’s 70th year of faith based education. The chapel theme reflects the school’s strong foundation in God’s love, so clearly […]

Posted on: September 17th, 2015
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Welcome Laurie Yantzi

We are happy to welcome Laurie Yantzi, who began her role as Attendance Secretary this fall, and will assume the role of Assistant to the Principal effective April 1, 2016. Laurie comes highly qualified for this position, being previously employed at Rockway from 1986-1988, Anabaptist Mennonite Biblical Seminary in Elkhart, Indiana, Leamington Mennonite Home and Apartments, and […]

Posted on: September 16th, 2015
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Meet Student Council 2015/2016

Our brand new Student Council for 2015/2016 is gearing up for a fabulous year of leadership! Student council presidents Joel Gingerich and Graeme Steinman are ready to lead this enthusiastic team, along with guidance from faculty advisors Danette Adams and Lindsay Shantz. Council is well into planning their first school-wide event, the “Get Acquainted Day” where students […]

Posted on: September 6th, 2015
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News

Employment Opportunity: Mathematics Teacher

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Camelot & Camelittle – Grade 7&8 drama

The Grade 7&8s are back! For the first time since 2019, grade 7&8 students, alongside their teachers and directors,...

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Rockway announces new Principal

For: Rockway Admin, Faculty, Staff, Parents, Students, Donors & ConstituentsFrom: Betty Pries, Board Chair on behalf of the Rockway...

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Sherlock’s Best and The Hound of the Baskervilles

Prepare to be enthralled by Rockway students in grades 9-12, as they take on the world of Sherlock Holmes...

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