September 11, 2024
Our Brooklands School Community BBQ is Thursday, Sept 19th from 4:00-5:30 (RAIN OR SHINE) followed by our Parent Council AGM in the Learning Commons. All families are encouraged to attend both the BBQ and AGM. Childcare will be provided to families attending the meeting. See you there!
September 11, 2024
Individual student pictures were taken on September 12th. Re-takes are scheduled for November 1st if you were away. Class group photos will be taken in the spring.
August 29, 2024
Trustees will hold their next in-person, public school board meeting on September 3, 2024 at 7 p.m. at 2574 Portage Avenue. Meetings during the school year take place on a monthly basis. Previously, meetings were held on a bi-weekly basis. The Board Meeting will also be broadcasted live at the
St. James-Assiniboia School Division - YouTube account for...
June 04, 2024
The Winnipeg Public Library's TD Summer Reading programs (for kids aged 0-12) will begin June 10. There is a summer reading challenge for teens as well (grades 7-12) beginning June 10. To 'register' teens need to pick up a teen bingo card from any branch.
April 23, 2024
The St. James Rods Football Club and the Manitoba Minor Football Association (MMFA) are pleased to announce the start of player registration for the 2024 Tackle Football season! The program offers summer & fall tackle football for boys & girls in 3 age groups: Cruncher Division (U10) - Players born...
February 21, 2024
Are you a middle or high school student looking for a volunteer opportunity? Do you need volunteer hours to graduate? Or do you just love soccer? Here's your chance to teach and learn at the same time.
January 22, 2024
Lots of exciting activities coming your way!
January 15, 2024
Any current Brooklands students can hop on the school bus in the morning and ride to school. No need to sign up - just catch the bus at your stop. Be sure to check here for updates!
November 03, 2023
Please join the Brooklands staff and students in the gym at 11:00 am Friday, November 10th.
September 12, 2023
Individual student photos will be taken on Thursday, September 14th. Class photos will be taken in the spring.
June 23, 2023
NorWest is the place to be for F-U-N this summer! Call Russell @ 431-277-2742 to register before they fill up!
May 02, 2023
Bring a lawn chair and some snacks, and get ready to enjoy a celebration of music presented by the Early Years students of the St. James-Assiniboia School Division. This is a free event for families. Grade 3-5 Brooklands choir students will perform at 11:15 am. Students will travel by bus and will return to the school at...
April 25, 2023
The WYSA Mini Soccer Program returns to Brooklands School May 15 th – 18 th. This free program provides a 1-hour soccer session each day to children in kindergarten to grade 5. Our coach coordinator and premier players will lead participants through multiple stations focusing on different soccer skills. All players will receive a Timbits...
April 17, 2023
Tuesday April 18th at NOA from 1:30 – 4:30 pm.
Primary care nurses will be onsite to assist with the immunizations and answer any questions.
Flu and Pfizer bivalent vaccines will be available. There is updated guidance on people who are now eligible for a Spring booster.
March 23, 2023
Today's NorWest Ramadan session has been CANCELLED, due to the weather.
March 23, 2023
Royal City Soccer Club sessions will be held at 3 different locations in Winnipeg this summer:
901 Kimberly Ave. (near Terry Sawchuk Arena)
448 Burnell St. (field next to Valour Community Club)
1555 Pembina Hwy (behind Fort Garry Child Care Centre)
Click here for registration details.
...
February 07, 2023
From February 6 to 10, SJASD recognizes the contributions that educators, administrative and education assistants, educational clinicians and associates, nurses, bus drivers, custodians and all other school support staff make to students and school communities. In addition to being
proclaimed an official week by the Province of Manitoba, many...
February 03, 2023
Do you have some ideas for our school? All Brooklands School parents/guardians are invited to attend the Parent Council Meetings. Click on the links below to read past meeting minutes. The 2024-25 Parent Council AGM is schedule for September 19th at 5:30, following our Community BBQ. Childcare will be provided.
Sept 2022...
January 13, 2023
For the safety of all students, attendance is checked every morning and afternoon. If your child(ren) will be away from school (sick, appointment, travel) please call the school office at 204-633-9630 to report the reason, or use the online Safe Arrival Attendance Reporting System.
Click here for more information.
January 13, 2023
Inservice days, holidays, breaks and early dismissal afternoons are listed on the 2023-2024 school day calendar.
Click here to open the calendar.
January 05, 2023
Monday, January 9th is the deadline for sending your photo order to the school. After this date, you must order online at www.mylifetouch.ca
November 30, 2022
A Westwood Collegiate teacher has just received the prestigious Governor General's History Award for Excellence in Teaching.
Kelly Hiebert was recognized for his ongoing work in Holocaust education, including the creation of a student-led documentary on the subject entitled Truth Against Distortion: Survivor's Speech Out Against Hate. The history teacher attended...
September 12, 2022
School board elections are an important opportunity for residents of St. James-Assiniboia to get involved in public education. By voting for your school trustees, you have a direct link to the people who oversee the running of our schools.
Anyone interested in becoming a School Trustee candidate for the 2022 election should go to the following...
September 01, 2022
We are pleased to welcome students and staff back to full-time, in person learning this fall. For those who are joining us as new students, parents, and staff, we extend a very a special welcome to the St. James-Assiniboia school community! We look forward to supporting our students to engage...
April 22, 2022
St. James-Assiniboia School Division's Brooklands School wrapped up a unique partnership with Red River College on Tuesday, April 12. The latest cohort of the RRC Educational Assistant Training Program has led the grade 3 - 5 students to create this fantastic 1,000 paper crane mobile! The project weaves many elements of the...
April 22, 2022
Congratulations to our very own Shannon Siemens, for being recognized by the Province of Manitoba with a 2021-22 Teaching Excellence Award!
April 12, 2022
All metro Winnipeg schools, including St. James Assiniboia School Division (SJASD), will be closed for tomorrow, Wednesday, April 13, and Thursday, April 14. As a result, there is no school on these days.
Any child care facilities located in SJASD schools will also close for these two days.
All...
April 12, 2022
A Winter storm warning is in effect for the City of Winnipeg. Hazardous winter conditions are expected.
All Metro Winnipeg school divisions, including St. James-Assiniboia School Division (SJASD), are cancelling all school bus transportation for Wednesday, April 13 and Thursday, April 14 , in anticipation of adverse weather and road...
March 25, 2022
Enjoy your family time. School will resume Monday, April 4th.
March 17, 2022
Monday - Hat Day Hats off to you! Come up with a short compliment to share with the school. Tuesday - Rainbow Day Watch a Reading Rainbow video. Wednesday - Wear a Word Eat a word. Licorice will be provided. Thursday - Bison Shirt Day Write a...
January 18, 2022
Welcome back to all our students and families! We are fully operational again as of January 17th. Our team continues to follow the public health fundamentals - mask wearing, washing hands, using hand sanitizer, plastic shields between student desks and doing our best to space students out.
If your child has any symptoms of...
January 04, 2022
As announced by the province of Manitoba today, students will begin one week of remote learning starting Monday, January 10, while staff implement enhanced measures for return to class. This phased-in approach will:
-allow schools to plan for staff shortages and absenteeism -create time for distribution of additional rapid tests -allow...
December 21, 2021
The Manitoba Government has announced that COVID-19 Rapid antigen test kits will be available for students from Kindergarten to Grade 6. The test kit contains five rapid antigen COVID-19 tests that parents can administer to each child every three or four days as students return to school in January 2022. ...
December 21, 2021
It has been another challenging start of the school year for our staff, students, parents, and community members. I hope that you, your family, and your friends can spend time together enjoying holiday traditions and creating lasting memories during the holiday break. The treasured time we spend with our family and...
October 13, 2021
8:55 School Entry
11:50 Lunch Dismissal 12:45 School Entry 3:35 Dismissal
September 28, 2021
To: Parents and caregivers,
It has been almost 18 months since the first case of COVID-19 was detected in Manitoba. As a province, we have faced many challenges during that time. Having a vaccine approved and available for every Manitoban born in 2009 or earlier has fundamentally changed the context...
September 02, 2021
Virtual Triad Conferences will be held on Thursday, April 21st (4:15 - 7:00 pm) and Friday, April 22nd from (9:00 am to 12:00 pm). Please call the office at 204-633-9630 to reserve your 10-minute meeting time slot.
April 15, 2021
With daily health checks and following the COVID-19 protocols, you and your family can help keep our schools safe. Remember to check every morning to see if you, your child and your family have COVID-19 or flu-related symptoms before they are sent to school. Symptoms may include:
A B Fever/Chills Runny...
February 17, 2021
Please
click here for the REVISED 6-day school calendar for the remainder of the 2020/2021 school year.
December 10, 2020
Winter Break December 21 - January 1. We want to wish all of our school families and friends a safe and happy holiday. Inservice January 4 - No School. Classes will resume on January 5. See you all in the New Year.
September 24, 2020
Photo re-take orders are due to the office by November 26th.
You may order pictures on mylifetouch.ca using your Portrait ID and Access Code, which will be located on your photo proof/order form.
September 02, 2020
As students prepare to return to school, all students, drivers, and any other passengers on school buses will be required to wear a mask, as passengers may be close to each other for an extended time without the ability to physically distance from each other. This new rule is a...
June 04, 2020
The province of Manitoba has provided a supplemental online learning resource for Manitoba families whose children are learning at home during the suspension of in-school classes because of COVID-19.
The My Learning at Home portal provides resources designed to assist families in supporting the work of teachers as they continue to...
March 31, 2020
Dear Families and Staff,
The St. James-Assiniboia School Division (SJASD) Board of Trustees would like to take this time to recognize all the hard work our students, parents and staff have put in to make the transition to remote learning possible. We are grateful for the professional agility demonstrated by our...
March 23, 2020
To assist with the continuation of learning during the suspension of in-school classes, we wish to remind parents that communication with Principals and Teachers is still available:
Please first use the communication method that has already been put in place by teachers and/or school Principals.
Each St. James-Assiniboia School Division (SJASD)...
March 15, 2020
In consultation with the province, please be advised that any students or staff travelling outside of Canada in the past 14 days are asked to self-isolate.
As of Sunday, March 15, our schools have been contacting staff and families that had indicated travel plans, to inform them of the expectation...
March 13, 2020
Dear families,
As announced on March 13, 2020 by the Province of Manitoba, all schools in Manitoba will close as of Monday, March 23 for three weeks (one week before Spring Break and one week after Spring Break). A week has been provided to allow for families and schools to prepare...
March 06, 2020
Five teams took off March 1, 2020, for an hour of thrills and spills around the skiing track at Windsor Park Nordic Centre. Representatives from Brooklands and Lakewood took part on behalf of the St. James Assiniboia School Division (SJASD). The proceeds from this fundraiser help fund the ski at...
February 27, 2020
Hundreds gathered at the Victoria Inn Convention Centre on Thursday, February 20, to celebrate the 30th Annual 'Yes I Can!' Awards ceremony, recognizing the tremendous accomplishments of children and youth with disabilities. 'The Yes I Can!' Awards are hosted by the Manitoba Council for Exceptional Children to highlight the outstanding achievements of...
February 27, 2020
Newcomers to Canada face many barriers when they work to navigate and establish themselves in their new country. A key value of the St. James-Assiniboia School Division (SJASD) is respect for each other, our diversity, and our community. Both in response to feedback from the community and the existing mandates of...
February 27, 2020
Last week (January 27 – 31, 2020), the St. James-Assiniboia School Division tackled The Great Kindness Challenge (GKC) at several schools in the Division, joining over 14 million students and over 15 thousand schools in creating a culture of compassion, acceptance, unity and respect. The proactive bullying prevention initiative improves school...
February 26, 2020
The St. James-Assiniboia School Division Board Office welcomed the spirit of competition to its backyard as the first X- Cross Country Ski race took place on Wednesday, February 26. Bannatyne, Phoenix, Heritage, Robert Browning, Crestview, Sansome, Athlone, Strathmillan, Buchanan, and Stevenson all brought their A-game to the competition. With a...
February 13, 2020
Registration will be accepted on February 14, 2020. Parents and guardians wishing to register their child at a school outside of their catchment/Division must submit their request online. Registration will be accepted on February 14, 2020.
All requests will be date and time stamped to ensure that there is a...
February 03, 2020
The St. James-Assiniboia School Division (SJASD) is proud to offer 60 students from the Division the opportunity to participate in the SJASD Adaptive Swim Program. The program allows students living with additional needs access a weekly swimming lessons program with a specialized swim instructor, Jodi Hutchison.
"The adaptive swim program...
January 24, 2020
Building upon our Division's commitment to the growth and professional development of our employees, we are pleased to announce the launch of the St. James-Assiniboia School Division's (SJASD) Instructional Support Team Newsletter . Upon reviewing the newsletter, and having the opportunity to see and hear the work demonstrated at the...
January 07, 2020
Presented by SJASD Divisional Musical Theatre from January 25 to February 1 at Westwood Collegiate.
A story of true love and acceptance between sisters, Frozen JR. expands upon the emotional relationship and journey between Princesses Anna and Elsa. When faced with danger, the two discover their hidden potential and...
December 18, 2019
Our Divisional Report to the Community is a reflection on the previous school year, with a strong emphasis on our strategic outcomes, student data and future planning in SJASD. We invite you to check out our 2019 report for a snapshot of the ongoing work happening in our Division and to learn...
December 11, 2019
With the cold winter season upon us, the Division is prepared to address weather-related emergencies or extreme circumstances to keep students safe in the cold months ahead. In the event of an emergency, the Chief Superintendent may decide to close all, or specific schools, and/or discontinue bus service in whole or...
November 15, 2019
Re-take picture orders are due to the office by Wednesday, November 20th.
November 15, 2019
Brooklands Triad Conferences
An opportunity for all parents/guardians and students to meet with their homeroom teacher. Please call the school at 204-633-9630 to book your 15-minute meeting on Thursday, November 21 st 4:15-6:45 pm (last meeting at 6:30), or Friday, November 22 nd 9:00-11:00 am (last meeting at 10:45).
...
October 21, 2019
On November 7, our three Divisional choirs will be performing at Westwood Community Church at 7:00 p.m. The annual
Fall Concert is a celebration of music and talent across all grade levels in SJASD. Arrive early to be sure to get a good seat.
October 07, 2019
Intro to Acting for Kids!
October 8 – November 12, 2019 4:30-6:30 pm every Tuesday
NorWest on Alexander, 1880 Alexander Ave.
Please register by calling Matt at 204-330-9649
September 18, 2019
PL4K is a response to the Early Development Instrument (EDI) scores that inform the school readiness of our students. Join us for an exciting day that highlights the ways that YOU can make a difference in supporting the physical literacy journey of our young people AND get practical ideas for embedding physical...
September 10, 2019
The Pyjama Project is back for another year in SJASD! The annual collection drive asks for new pyjamas to be donated to go towards children at four different schools. The 2019 drive is hoping to provide pjs for approximately 1,000 students!
All schools involved are accepting generous donations from...
September 05, 2019
An evening for four-year-olds and their families to get a jump start on Kindergarten. Participants rotate through play-based centres that model how to incorporate literacy and numeracy into play at home.
Click here to register for the event.
July 18, 2019
Each school in St. James-Assiniboia School Division will be holding an Annual Meeting to establish a Parent Council or a Parent Advisory Committee. This is an opportunity to become involved in your school and have a positive impact on your child’s education. Please attend the meeting at your school. We need...
June 06, 2019
On Thursday, June 6, a group of graduating students in SJASD volunteered to take part in a new, inspiring initiative called the Graduation Walk. A total of nine students from St. James Collegiate spent the morning revisiting their former elementary schools, donning their caps and gowns. The group toured all three...
May 28, 2019
The K-12 Education Review for Manitoba is asking for input from the public. Below your will find information about the Education Review from the Manitoba School Board Association, an SJASD perspective, a listing of our local programming and also a link to the public survey. The deadline to provide feedback and...
May 27, 2019
The SJASD is excited to host our 3rd annual Graduation Pow Wow on May 30th at John Taylor Collegiate. The Pow Wow is being held to honour the academic achievements of Indigenous students graduating in SJASD. We hope you can join us for the celebration this year. All welcome, admission is free....
May 23, 2019
Throughout the month of May, SJASD staff shared photos on Instagram to highlight a specific word/theme related to education. Each day, the photo map was updated with one selection from each day. The challenge took place under the hashtag #sjasdphotoaday
Click here to view the photo calendar.
Thank you to all staff...
April 25, 2019
Who: The race was started as an event for students, staff and families from our High 5 community of schools (Robert Browning, Sansome, Phoenix, Lincoln and Westwood). Over the past year, it has expanded it to welcome participants from all schools (students, staff and families) in SJASD.
What: A 5km fun run...
April 23, 2019
The SJASD Spring Concert is taking place on May 9 at 7:00 p.m. at Westwood Community Church. For more details,
click here.
April 17, 2019
The Mobile Mini Soccer Program offers a free one-hour soccer session for children from Kindergarten to grade 4. Learn about soccer from competitive soccer players! No registration required! Just show up and have fun!
April 17, 2019
Spring Picture Day is Wednesday, April 24th . Ordering pictures is always optional, but everybody will have one taken. Our Hockey Academy students will have their pictures taken in the afternoon, all others will be in the morning. The easiest way to order pictures is on Mylifetouch.ca using your Portrait...
March 15, 2019
Monday - Wear a Rainbow Tuesday - Wear a Word
Wednesday - Jersey Day
Thursday - Wear a Hat
Friday - PJ Day, Pancakes & Books
Enjoy your Spring Break. See you on April 1st.
March 06, 2019
Celebrate I LOVE TO READ month and check out the books at our Book Fair during Triad Conferences Thursday, March 14th, from 4:15-7:00 pm.
March 06, 2019
Report Cards will be given to the students on Wednesday, March 6th. Please review with your child and return the enclosed Response Form by March 13th.
March 06, 2019
Triad Conferences will be held Thursday, March 14th from 4:15-7:00 pm , and Friday, March 15th from 9:00-11:00 am. Please call the school at 204-633-9630 to book a meeting with your child's homeroom teacher.
January 28, 2019
Grade 6 registration forms for George Waters Middle School have been sent home with our current grade 5 students. Parent(s)/Guardian(s) are asked to update the information, complete, sign, and return the form to the Brooklands office by Thursday, January 31st. Thank you.
January 15, 2019
Our Divisional Report to the Community is a reflection on the previous school year, with a strong emphasis on our strategic outcomes, student data and future planning in SJASD. We invite you to check out our 2018 report for a snapshot of the ongoing work happening in our Division and to learn...
January 10, 2019
Tuesday, January 22nd at 6:00 pm Do you have a child born in 2014?
If so, then your child is ready to start Kindergarten this September !
Please join us and see what our program has to offer.
Coffee and snacks will be provided.
We look forward to seeing...
January 03, 2019
The Countdown to Kindergarten 2019 booklet is a resource provided by SJASD for families with children starting Kindergarten in our Division. This booklet is packed with helpful information regarding the Welcome to Kindergarten program, student readiness, local programming and much more. The booklet will also be handed out at all Information Evenings taking place at...
December 18, 2018
Want to join a Book Club? Make & Take Meals? Take part in a Drumming Circle? Enjoy Family Fun Fridays?
Click here for more details.
December 14, 2018
Looking for ideas of what to do this summer? Need to find a summer camp or activity for your child? The SJASD Community Bulletin Board features upcoming events, programs, camps and courses being offered in the community all year-long that may be of interest to our students and their families. The board is refreshed...
October 31, 2018
The Manitoba School Boards Association (MSBA) and the Manitoba Association of Parent Councils (MAPC) present a helpful guide to talk with your child about cannabis. The fact sheet covers cannabis use, harms and risks associated, laws in Canada and other valuable resources on the topic.
Click here to view...
October 22, 2018
During the week of October 15, 2018, CBC Radio One featured the activities of the St. James neighbourhood. As part of their coverage, they featured the SJASD Divisional Children's Concert Choir. Director Heather Neufeld submitted a recording from the choir's performance at the Winnipeg Music Festival in March 2018. Below is...
October 05, 2018
Please note: The Parenting Symposium scheduled to take place on October 13, 2018 at Jameswood Alternative School has been cancelled due to low registration. More information will be provided in the future for upcoming events hosted on behalf of Educational Support Services.
September 11, 2018
The City of Winnipeg Municipal and School Board Election Day is October 24, 2018. School boards are elected in our province to carry out the planning and delivery of educational services within geographic regions known as school divisions. The Nomination Period for School Trustee candidates begins Wednesday, September 12 and ends...
July 03, 2018
Summer hours will commence on Tuesday, July 3 and end on Friday, August 17. Office hours for St. James-Assiniboia School Division Board Office are 8:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m.
As for the Media Centre inside the Professional Staff Development Centre, the summer hours are as follows:
July 3 - July 13, 2018:...
June 15, 2018
St. James-Assiniboia School Division operates on the six-day cycle. The School Day Calendar includes inservice and holiday information. Additional school specific information may be acquired from our Divisional Calendar at the start of the new school year or individual school websites. Please see below the School Day Calendar for the upcoming 2018-2019...
March 29, 2018
The third issue of CONTACT is here! Read the latest initiatives, projects and achievements in SJASD all in one place. This issue highlights JT students departing on a mission trip to Ecuador, Buchanan growing tower gardens, Phoenix studying the long-told stories of the sky and much more. Click the icon below to...
March 14, 2018
Please
click here to view the latest media release on behalf of SJASD highlighting the 2018-2019 Budget Summary.
March 05, 2018
Click here for the Spring Newsletter.
March 05, 2018
Monday, March 5 - All schools in SJASD are open. Bus service is cancelled. There will be no bus service. Once again, all schools are open but bus service is cancelled for the day.
March 02, 2018
Please find below the 2018-2019 Public Budget Presentation that was shown on Thursday, March 1 at our annual Parent/Public Draft Budget Meeting at the Board Office. Our Draft Budget presentation has focussed on how our public schools are funded through provincial grants and local taxes. Equally important is what will be...
January 29, 2018
Congratulations Brooklands School for creating a culture of kindness in our school, community and around the world!
January 24, 2018
Click here for a list of 17 Wing Programs
January 08, 2018
Click here for a list of the upcoming workshops.
December 07, 2017
All children registering for Kindergarten must be five years old by December 31, 2018 in order to register for Kindergarten starting in September 2018. All schools in the St. James Assiniboia School division will host an information evening to provide you with the opportunity to meet the teachers and learn more...
October 23, 2017
Physical and health educators and an entire school in St. James-Assiniboia School Division were recognized for their innovative methods and unwavering commitment to the students of SJASD.
On October 19, the Physical and Health Educators of Manitoba organization hosted its annual PHE Manitoba Awards ceremony at Collège Sturgeon Heights Collegiate. At the...
October 17, 2017
Click here for more information.
October 16, 2017
Early Dismissal - 3:05 - Tuesday October 17th NO School - Friday October 20th
October 11, 2017
Norwest on Alexander Programs:
Click here for the website.
July 17, 2017
Brooklands School has once again ordered school supplies for students for the 2017-18 school year. Kindergarten to Grade 5 students are required to have indoor shoes and a backpack. Grade 4 & Grade 5 students also require gym clothes.
July 17, 2017
Each school in St. James-Assiniboia School Division will be holding an Annual Meeting to establish a Parent Council or a Parent Advisory Committee. This is an opportunity to become involved in your school and have a positive impact on your child’s education. We need your input and ideas! Please
click here to...
April 25, 2017
Safe Schools Community Forum, "Wellness Today: Building Healthy Futures"
As part of our commitment to keep our schools safe, St. James-Assiniboia School Division hosts a Safe Schools Forum once every two years.
On Wednesday, April 12, our Division teamed up with local organizations to present the 2017 Safe Schools Forum "Wellness Today: Building Healthy Futures."...
April 24, 2017
S t. James-Assiniboia Divisional Science Fair 2017 Special Awards Report The 51st Annual SJASD Divisional Science Fair took place on April 5th, 2017 at George Waters Middle School and St. James Collegiate. The special award winners are listed below. Top Project Awards
The Top Project award is presented to a project in Grade 3, 4, and...
