Principal Ponderings

A Retirement Celebration for Ann L. Schultz

  With Gratitude…Thank you to all who joined us for this rich celebration. You can view the recording of the livestream below.   View the program for the celebration, that was kindly donated by St. Jacob’s Printery. Let Ms. Schultz know you were here!Click here to sign the “With Gratitude” Guest Book. Please consider supporting […]

Posted on: October 11th, 2021
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Principal Ponderings: Voices

Throughout the last six weeks I have reflected a lot on the power of the voice. I watched with interest and concern as political analysts shared their thoughts prior to the onset of the Trump administration. I listened to the voice of Donald Trump as he gave his inauguration speech, an address many say was […]

Posted on: February 21st, 2017
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Rockway Evolutions

Sometimes I am called a “Rockway Lifer” because I have been here for so many years!  I was a student here in the 80s, returned to teach in the early 90s and became Principal in 2013. Spanning over 30 years, I have had many opportunities to experience the Rockway story and witnessed many evolutions! I […]

Posted on: October 7th, 2016
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Only at Rockway!

It is not uncommon for me on any given day to hear the expression, “Only at Rockway!” When this happens, a big smile appears on my face because I know what it means! “Only at Rockway” moments can happen at any time, in any place of the school! They are the moments that faculty, staff […]

Posted on: April 12th, 2016
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Why I love to lead this place

I am inspired to write this pondering, following a thoughtful and profound conversation with several Grade 7 and 8 Students who attended Sabbath Space last week. During our time together, we were encouraged to share something we were passionate about, and my response was that I am passionate about “leading this place.” As I reflected […]

Posted on: November 20th, 2015
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Asian Adventure

I had the unique opportunity to travel to Hong Kong and Mainland China March 24 – April 5th, as part of a recruitment tour, alongside Tom Bileski, Director of Community Relations. This was my first time in Asia and if I were to sum up my experience in one word it would have to be “hospitality”! During […]

Posted on: April 16th, 2015
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Bridge Building

I recently went to see Selma, an American historical drama film based on the 1965 Selma to Montgomery voting rights marches led by a series of civil rights leaders including Martin Luther King Junior. This story left a strong impact on me, particularly as it pertains to my leadership here at Rockway Mennonite Collegiate. As a […]

Posted on: February 13th, 2015
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Tis the season!

Rockway Mennonite Collegiate is a school that goes beyond commercialism during the Christmas Season.  The last numbers of weeks Rockway students have experienced the heart of the Christmas story through concerts, cans and community building! On Tuesday, December 9th, Rockway music students participated in its annual Christmas Concert, “O Magnum Mysterium,” at St. Matt’s Lutheran Church. The concert has been […]

Posted on: December 21st, 2014
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Social Media: Beauty and the Beast

I have been pondering lately on how dependent we have become on technology, and how our kids have come to rely on staying connected in this way. In this job, I have become increasingly aware of the power of the internet, especially as it pertains to social media, and its use by our kids. When […]

Posted on: November 2nd, 2014
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Healthy Sexuality

How do you talk to your teenager about sexuality?  For those of you who attended any part of Rockway’s Spiritual Emphasis Week, you learned that conversations about sexuality begin way before puberty and can continue long past it! Keith Graber Miller, Professor of Religion and Sexuality at Goshen College, led Rockway in a three day […]

Posted on: October 9th, 2014
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News

Graduation 2024

It’s time to CELEBRATE!!    The Rockway community looks forward to celebrating the hard work and accomplishments of our...

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Meet our new Vice Principal

We are pleased to announce that Stephanie Oliverio will be Rockway’s new Vice-Principal beginning August 2024. Steph is a...

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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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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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