PREFERRED VENDOR/PARTNER n Pomerleau www.pomerleau.ca n Two Bay www.twobay.com with us the various trades that are going to be needed. We have to prepare our students for that job market.” For the elementary school, Zelau focuses on strengthening teacher support: “I want to continue having professional learning opportunities for our staff. When teachers are informed and better supported, they create powerful learning opportunities for our students.” As Tozer approaches retirement in August, she reflects on the schools’ achievements: “Our schools up here are phenomenal. What we do up here matters. The learning opportunities and possibilities we can offer are not second-rate. I think we’re above the curve most times.” the common space, which opens into the hall, with an open hand washing station. It’s very welcoming.” Klingenberg confirms the impact: “We’ve seen a significant reduction in the number of suspendable issues because the supervised spaces are better laid out. Our students feel much safer in the building now.” The new hospital construction promises to reshape career opportunities for students. Pomerleau Construction has already engaged with co-op classes, offering site tours and outlining the skilled trades needed throughout the project’s timeline. “Our grade 11 and 12 students went on site both semesters,” says Tozer. “The contractor has shared 10 CIVIL AND MUNICIPAL VOLUME 06, ISSUE 07 CHOOL AREA BOARD
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