We're pleased to see everyone who is returning and many new faces as well. We're looking forward to an exciting year. Mrs. Hart is looking for Library volunteers. If you can spare a morning or afternoon each week, please call her at 791-8580.
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On Monday May 11, Education Minister Ken Krewatz, Mayor Pat Fiacco and Regina Public School Board members joined Douglas Park students and staff to 'turn the sod' on our new building. Dignitaries were treated to entertainment by our ROAR drumming group as well as a preview of what school furniture looks like in the 21st century.
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In 2002, Douglas Park's partnership with The Co-operators was formalized. Since its inception, the committee has met to organize activities that try to ensure participation for all students and provide employees the opportunity to view the work of the students. A banner was created to celebrate the school-business partnership Other activities included visits to the business by school choirs, Wall of Fame sharing, joint promotional materials such as pencils for birthdays and pens/mugs for guest speakers, participation in the Wiserider Program and support for mathematics competitions. |
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One of the school’s unique features is a before and after school activity program coordinated by the Boothill Community Association to promote the safety and well being of children while parents are at work. For a nominal fee, parents are able to drop off and collect their children before and after school hours. Additionally, many children arrive at Douglas Park by bus and additional supervision is provided upon arrival and departure. |
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In September 2008, Regina Public Schools began a system-wide initiative to provide free lunch hour supervision at all schools. To attend the program, students need to fill out a registration form. We request that students or their families let the lunch supervisor know when they will be absent. |
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Douglas Park Elementary School has served the southeast part of Regina since 1956. The community is attractive with affordable, well-maintained housing in the immediate area of the school. Recent statistics show that younger families are moving into homes previously occupied by senior citizens. Currently, there are approximately 330 students enrolled at Douglas Park School, which draws students from the Gladmer Park, Arnheim Place, Assiniboia East and Dominion Heights subdivisions of the city. Community support for student achievement, staff members, and programs has been an ongoing tradition at Douglas Park. Parents and community volunteers have played an active role to provide support for students and staff. The Parent Support Committee is actively involved in the school. |
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