We owe thanks to Howard Hight for reminding us that we used to sing this song at Malcolm Campbell High School. What reminded him was this recent comment, which I shared with him regarding volunteer work: “Occasionally I work at the limits of my capabilities. Fortunately, I’ve learned to cut back, and from time to […]
With regard to the 1960s at Malcolm Campbell High School, each person has her or his own memories. It’s great to have opportunities to engage in conversations about what those memories are. What middle school and high school students are now reading My main interest in those years, among others, was learning about how words […]
What other variables are of interest, aside from the Fair Trade Coffee question? Great tasting coffee is in itself a variable. As well, coffee that is aligned with Habitat Conservation efforts warrants interest and study: The following link, which I learned of through @birdbeanscafe, is from the American Bird Conservancy Blog: Conserving Native Birds and […]
Here are some additional comments (she’s given me permission to post them) from Cheryl (Casino) Houston, who learned about the reunion by accident (which is a great way to learn about anything, in my experience): “The cost that you’ve suggested for the evening is very reasonable. However, there are a lot of things to consider: […]
Update: In a recent update, Harry Chan (MCHS ’65) has shared a link for the obituary for Margaret Chan. On the right are photos from the link. [End of update] I’m really keen to share information that I get through emails from people who’ve heard about the Malcolm Campbell High School Sixties Reunion. I […]
As a follow up to the May 21, 2014 meeting in Kitchener, Ontario, of the MCHS Reunion Committee meeting attended by Peter Mearns, Lynn Legge, and Jaan Pill, I’d like to briefly review the planning process. Please feel free to share this discussion with others who may be interested in offering input. During the planning, […]
In a video from the May 4, 2014 Jane’s Walk in Long Branch, Brian Liberty elaborates on comments, made at the Jane’s Walk the previous day, concerning a Community Garden project in New Toronto. You can access the video, which is 2 minutes and 43 seconds in length, at this link: Brian Liberty further describes Community […]
Update: A Feb. 1, 2017 Toronto District School Board news release is entitled: “Two TDSB Educators Recognized as Canada’s Outstanding Principals.” Among the recipients is Craig Howe. A bio at the Learning Partnership website reads: John English Junior Middle School Toronto District School Board Toronto, Ontario Craig Howe successfully leads John English Junior Middle School, […]
The following message is from Paula Davies of the Todmorden Mills Wildflower Preserve: Hello, Toronto Historical Association is looking for people for directors. The commitment is not onerous and this respected organization has good leadership. Attached is a letter from Paul Federico to the member organizations of the Toronto Historical Association. If you are interested […]
Updates: A June 2, 2014 article at treehugger.com is entitled: “It’s not fair to bash Fairtrade.” A May 30, 2014 article at the website of the Natural Resources Institute at the University of Greenwich is entitled: “Fairtrade benefits in the complex world of sustainable development.” A June 6, 2014 article at the Center for Global […]