It's back to routine for almost everyone with kids; which means no more lazy days on weekdays and a lot of lunch making. It also means a little bit of free time for the hard working stay at home parents. Which, I know, can lead to lots of DIY projects, organizing projects and a few lunch dates here and there.
I came across this blog, courtesy of Re/Max and thought it was a perfect time to share! A list and a little help on 5 rooms to get back into order.
http://blog.remax.ca/5-rooms-get-tiptop-share-back-school/
Do you have something you want to share with our community? Write us an email at hollycommunitybarrie@gmail.com We'd love to hear from you!
6/28/2016
SUMMER Camp Season
Barrie Summer Camps
Are you looking for somewhere to take your kids during summer
where they will be fully engage in both indoor and outdoor activities that they
really like but you have no idea where to take them? Alternatively, are you planning to have a
team building session but have no idea where to take your team? Look no further, at Barrier Summer Camps we
offer fun activities for all individuals of all abilities. Our programs design provides support for
appropriate indoor and outdoor developmental activities for everyone to engage
in. The camp provides an environment
that cares for all individuals’ needs, with a wide range of activities that
enhances individual participation to build friendship and network. Our activities range from, music, sports,
arts and a whole lot of fun engagement. In
addition, the camp provides fun activities for kids between 4-16 years that
allows them to have maximum fun. The
program assures all our campers of full time engagement with a completely wide
range of activities at our camps. We
offer a profound setting for all campers with hands on experience activities,
exploration of new things, all to build and strengthen their skills.
Safety
We value our clients and therefore, we ensure our clients’
safety at all cost. We offer all our
recreation activities in a safe and friendly environment for all individuals
including kids. Therefore, when you
leave your kids with us at our summer camps, we guarantee you of their safety
at the camp.
Our support staff
Our support staffs are highly skilled and always available to
ensure facilitation and participation of all our recreation programs. We ensure that our staff participation ratio
does reflect the commitment in providing quality supervision for all our
programs. The ratio is one leader for
every six children, and one leader for 10 campers. All our staffs are certified in performing
CPR C, first Aids and carrying out of criminal reference check. They also receive trainings on how to
interact with children positively and in a developmental and appropriate manner.
Our goal
At Barrie Camp, our goal is to ensure that all our campers
have a fun experience, are safe, and have rewarding and memorable moments while
they participate in our wide variety of programs.
Our emphasis
At Barrie camp, we create an environment where campers can:
·
Learn
how to work and get along as a team
·
Learn
to value and respect each other since we have a diverse community
·
No
bullying policy
·
Use
of appropriate language
·
Build
one’s self esteem and confidence
·
Learn
to deal with anger management issues and conflict resolutions
·
Develop
new skills and interests
·
Be
responsible
·
Build
friendship
·
Respect
the camp rules
·
Have
fun
Our inclusion programs
At Barrie Summer Camp, we are dedicated in providing programs
that welcome and encourages participation of individuals of all abilities. We offer the following Summer Inclusion
Services in our Camps. Camp sense that caters for all individual needs, Boys Sense is for boys only.
Creative Sense which focuses on building creative
skills like dancing, design, singing, acting and other skills.
Girl Sense is a program for
girls only. Youth Sense Camp for all youths.
Life Sense for adults. Kinder
Sense for Kinder Sense campers,
and Leadership Sense, that focuses on providing engaging activities for
groups while they build in their leadership skills.
The main aim of our summer inclusion services at the camp is
to provide a whole lot of fun activities and a safe environment for everyone to
develop in their recreation skills build friendship and engage in a wide range
other traditional camp activities.
For booking and more information about Barrie Summer Camp, and
our wide variety of services and fun activities, why not visit our website and
get more information!
12/29/2015
How Holly Community STARTED
All about the Holly Area in Barrie, Ontario
It's easy to look around at how things are today and
assume that places, streets and structures have always been there, and always
been that way. But if you do a little bit more digging, you'll quickly find
that there are a lot of historical quirks and idiosyncrasies behind the various
places that surround people today. Take the Holly area in Barrie, Ontario as an
example. On the surface, it has many similarities to other locations throughout
Ontario. But when you stop to take a closer look, you'll find characteristics
that help this place to stand out.
How the Holly Community Got Started
The history of where this community got its name goes all
the way back to the 1870's when a post office was set up in the location and
given the name of Holly. It got its name from William Carruthers Little, who at
that time was the Member of Parliament in the Canadian House of Commons for
Simcoe South. Little was actually born in England, and then he did work in
Australia before he settled down in Canada in the 1800's. That said; the
history of human occupation in the Holly area goes way before then.
Archaeological work in Holly has consistently found
evidence of much earlier human presence and habitation. For example, in the
late 90's, excavations in the area uncovered Iroquoian houses,
agriculture-related artefacts, ceramics, weapons, jewellery and more. Other
evidence also points to the possibility that Huron and Algonquian settlers once
lived in this area.
The Holly Community Today
This community has continued to grow and it remains
one of the most important and interesting areas in the City of Barrie. It
contains the Holly Community Centre, which is one of the largest and most
comprehensive facilities of its kind in Barrie. The centre has two pools, one
for small kids and another for older residents. That larger pool comes with its
own water slide, water cannons, diving boards, and other fixtures to make
frolicking in the pool that much more fun. The centre also has two arena areas
and each one can hold more than three hundred people, making them great for
larger sports-related activities. The list of amenities goes on, including an
air conditioned gym, several conference rooms, a multipurpose hall, fitness and
child care centres, and much more.
Holly also has much to offer people who enjoy being
out in the midst of nature. From the Holly Community Centre, you can cross the
street and start walking down a hiking trail, which offers 17 kilometres of
natural beauty in environmentally protected areas. No vehicles are allowed on
these trails, so they offer a great experience for people looking to walk or
hike in relative peace and tranquillity.
Why CHOOSE Holly Community Recreational Centre?
Why Choose HCRC?
When you
decide to join Holly Community Recreational Centre, you will conveniently
benefit from various recreational activities not just for you but also for the
kids. Truth is, recreational centres significantly create a well and more
livable community not only here in Canada but also to other parts of the globe.
As the most reputable recreational institution in Barrie, Ontario, the needs of
members are met in a more efficient manner.
If you want
to make sure that your child is ready for the next academic year, you might consider looking into an established recreational partner in order to help condition your child.
Holly Community Recreational Centre is your top choice in terms of reliable and
affordable recreational services available for your exact requirements and
schedule. They aim to equip your child with the right skills when facing everyday
challenges and strengthen their stamina for ultimate performance in school.
When it
comes to mental preparation, orientation, school teacher engagement, school
roster familiarization and schedule awareness, this is the right recreational
centre to partner with. In fact, HCRC is the leading partner for families who
want to enjoy a great experience and quality time. Get a chance to visit Barrie, Ontario Canada and experience exceptional recreational facilities at best
rates!
Holly
Community Recreational Centre offers luxury facilities including a leisure pool
that highlights water slides, water cannons, diving boards, wall and floor
bubblers, bucket drop and a lot more to enjoy.
The goal is actually to support
the recreational needs of every family in Canada with convenient service. You
will also experience two arenas that pride enormous space in order to allow
over 700 people for maximum entertainment!
** Please note HCRC (Holly Community Recreational Centre)
Drop In Programs @ Holly Community Centre
Types of Drop-In Programs at - Holly Community
Recreational Centre
Located in
Barrie, Ontario Canada, the Holly Community Recreational Centre offers multiple
types of drop-in classes that various individuals can significantly take
advantage of. In fact, this recreational institution has helped people in
getting a fun way to spend their leisure without the hassles. Now, more
and more members are joining for convenient services provided at very
affordable rates.
So, if you
are currently looking for an excellent recreational program that can
efficiently help you in making most of your time off, we are here to help you
in the best way possible. Please feel free to contact us if you have questions
regarding the drop-in classes currently available at Holly Rec Centre and we can direct you in the correct way.
Here are some of the types of drop-in programs that they have for you:
- · Swimming
- · Active living Fitness
- · Skating
- · Active living
- · School breaks and camps
- · Creative arts
- · Dance
- · General interest
- · Sports and leagues
In fact,
there are a lot of options you can choose from when it comes to finding the
best recreational activity you can do daily. However, if you want to know the
exact drop-in schedules at Holly Community Recreational Centre, you can check
out this link for more information. Choose from active
living fitness, gymnasium, swimming and aqua fit, and childcare, dance as well
as youth to exactly match your needs and expectations.
11/23/2015
Holly Meadows Public School
Holly Meadows Elementary school is located in Simcoe County in Ontario, Canada. They pride themselves, in putting their students first and
foremost and in following the set of standards made by the Simcoe County
District School Board.
They embrace all races, religions and cultural lines openly
in the school. They believe that the principles of integrity, responsibility,
corporation, respect, optimism, honesty, empathy and courage are very important
to students, as well as our community.
When it comes to safety, they put the students and facility
first. They work together to hold drills periodically so that everyone can remain
safe. Some of these include shelter in place, hold and secure, lock down, and
fire drills. You can read more about these in the Safety section on their website.
The school also looks out for the safety of individual students by
ensuring that staff is safe and that students sign out at the office upon
departure. Police partnership is important, as they take pride in having a
great relationship with local police. Holly Meadows believes that the children can be
safer and happier.
In the event of a medical accident, Holly has the proper
first aid equipment available. Those students with medical conditions are
looked after on an individual basis, and provided for as needed.
If a child does not report to school due to a medical
condition, Holly asks that parents make a call to the office and let them know about
the problems. Accountability is a vital role schools play in a child's
safety. If they do not hear from you in the event of an absence, Holly Meadows will make a
telephone call home to ensure that everything is okay with the child. They call this their Safe Arrival System.
When it comes to classes and extracurricular programs, they offer a range and ensure that volunteers and staff are perfect for the
positions. Extracurricular activities are a great way to build social skills in
students and they are a chance for students to find out who they really are. To
find out what after school activities they have for your little one, give the office a call.
Another vital part of diversity in Holly school starts with their student council. Student council is made up of parents, community
representatives and teachers that look to bring happiness, participation and well-being
into the lives of their students. They find ways to promote growth and administer
to the school.
We encourage parents to get involved and make a
difference in their child's life as well their communities.
For more information on Holly Meadows Elementary School and all that they have to offer, feel free to take look around the attached websites or give the schools office a call for more questions.
As a community, we are always here to help you and your
child!
Remember, we can be reached by clicking on the link HERE.