Academics

GeoPets – a fun geometry project!

As part of their summative project in their Geometry unit, our grade 8 students were challenged to use their creativity and imagination to design and build a three-dimensional “GeoPet“. Each GeoPet was to consist of at least three different shapes, and include at least ten shapes in total. Once they designed and constructed their pets, students applied the formulas […]

Posted on: March 29th, 2016
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Experience the Living Library 2016!

The LIVING Library is all about getting answers to your questions. How? Not by doing internet research, or reading university catalogues, or by osmosis…but by interacting face-to-face with a former Rockway Student who has already experienced what you soon will. What is a Living Library? A Living Library is an event that creates an opportunity for individuals to […]

Posted on: March 22nd, 2016
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The Blanket Exercise: Building awareness about First Nations

On Wednesday, February 17th, as part of a grade 7 and 8 focus on Citizenship, we met with Sara and Ami Anderson, two Rockway alumni sisters who work and study in the area of Indigenous Peoples of Canada, their current and historical relationship with Canadians, including Mennonites. The purpose of their visit was to build […]

Posted on: March 5th, 2016
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2016 Chapel theme art unveiled

Grade 12 Visual Art students, Sarah Plant and Georgia Harrison took on the challenge of creating a work of art that depicted this year’s chapel theme, “Grounded in the Centre, Growing on the Edges“. And they did not disappoint! Their creation is an intricate collage that captures our theme beautifully. Read a description of this […]

Posted on: February 11th, 2016
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Meaningful Lessons in Geography

Everyone knows learning about geography is important, but how does a teacher make it meaningful and fun at the same time? Why not connect the learning to something everyone loves: giving gifts at Christmas! For their culminating assignment in December, Grade 8 Geography students were given an MCC or MEDA giving project to help connect […]

Posted on: January 22nd, 2016
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Delivering Excellence: Academic Program Review

Part of Rockway’s mission is to deliver rigorous academic programming to our students. This of course, requires vigilance and constant adaption as the needs of our students and the curriculum change with the times. Currently, Rockway faculty have begun and intentional school-wide academic program and facility evaluation. This is a three year visioning process – where […]

Posted on: January 17th, 2016
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Grade 9 Information Night 2016

Come and learn what Rockway is all about! Tuesday, January 12, 2016 Prospective grade 9 students, and their families, are invited to attend this evening of information and sharing. The evening includes: 6:30 PM   Optional Complimentary Dinner (Note dietary restrictions) 7:00 PM   Information Session – Sharing our Grade 9 program 7:30 PM   Discover Rockway […]

Posted on: December 7th, 2015
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Experiencing "The Mennonite Story"

On Thursday, November 28th, grade 10 students toured The Mennonite Story in St. Jacobs, a multi-media museum display recounting the origins, history, migration patterns and current global involvement of Mennonites. The interactive display gave our students a window into the beliefs, worship styles and cultural practices of the local Old Order Mennonite community, and the […]

Posted on: December 2nd, 2015
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Marine Biology Florida Keys Trip 2015

This was my third time chaperoning the Rockway Marine Biology Trip to the Florida Keys,and it was by far the best wild marine life sighting trip ever! Some of our nature encounters were incredible and truly filled each of us with a sense of awe and wonder. The sea turtle hospital had always been exciting and interesting […]

Posted on: June 23rd, 2015
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Rebuild project a success!

Jonah Boehm (driving the tractor) and his project partner Riley Sauer (partially hidden) celebrate the successful completion of their engine rebuild project on the Boehm family 1962 Simplicity garden tractor, while Ray and Joseph Boehm and teacher Don Dyck Steinmann look on. In Grade 10 Transportation technology class, Jonah and Riley spent the past six weeks […]

Posted on: June 19th, 2015
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News

Retirement Celebration for Karen, Ray and Deb

A Celebration of Karen Scott Booth, Ray Boehm and Deb Baxter Heeney Rockway Mennonite Collegiate Sunday, June 9 from...

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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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