North Grenville District High School students were deeply moved by Holocaust survivor Andy Rèti’s powerful message that every survivor’s story is a love story, celebrating life, family, and freedom.
The Upper Canada District School Board is launching its first-ever Holocaust Education Week, running from November 27 to December 1.
This initiative aligns with curriculum changes, ensuring that students connect with their learning.
The Board has partnered with the Friends of Simon Wiesenthal Center to provide valuable resources and host the Tour for Humanity, a mobile human rights education classroom.
This collaboration enhances Holocaust education and promotes human rights education throughout the year.
The dates for the Tour for Humanity are as follows, and media is invited to attend:
November 6 – Gananoque Secondary SchoolNovember 7 – Brockville Collegiate InstituteNovember 8 – Perth and District Collegiate InstituteNovember 9 – Almonte District High SchoolNovember 10 – North Grenville District High SchoolNovember 13- North Dundas District High SchoolNovember 14 – Seaway District High SchoolNovember 15 – Vankleek Hill Collegiate InstituteNovember 16 – Rockland District High SchoolNovember 17 – Cornwall Collegiate Vocational School
Workshops are held from 8:05 – 11:15 a.m. and 12:10 – 2:05 p.m.
(By: Tim Baltz)
