June 27, 2023 – Eight Upper Canada District School Board (UCDSB) elementary schools and four intermediate schools entered and won the KidoodlED Million Dollar School Giveaway, each receiving $10,000 to achieve the school’s goal outlined in their video submission.
Kidoodle is safe-streaming platform geared to kids, enabling them to watch popular shows online in a safe and monitored way. The Kidoodle.TV contest was open to elementary schools in the United States and Canada and asked contestants to submit a video explaining how $10,000 would better the school or help achieve a set school goal. During the submission period, entrants upload a short video explaining why their school should be considered for the giveaway. The voting period was at the beginning of May and the winning schools were announced on June 16.
Each UCDSB school has its own plan on how to utilize the funds.
Avonmore Elementary School plans to purchase additional French resources to enrich student learning. Watch the Avonmore ES video submission.
Cambridge Public School plans to create an outdoor classroom with a shelter for their growing school. Watch the Cambridge PS video submission.
Central Public School plans to build a safe, accessible and inclusive play structure in the school yard. Watch the Central PS video submission.
Glengarry District High School’s intermediate students and staff plan to purchase new classroom furniture, sports jerseys, outdoor classroom supplies and tools for shop projects. Watch the Glengarry DHS video submission.
Laggan Public School plans to purchase iPads and decodable French and English books to assist with classroom learning. Watch the Laggan PS video submission.
Maxville Public School plans to purchase smart televisions for their classrooms. Watch the Maxville PS video submission.
Pleasant Corners Public School plans to purchase educational games and resources that align with the Science of Reading. Watch the Pleasant Corners PS video submission.
Rockland District High School’s intermediate students and staff plan to offer more real-world learning projects and expand the outdoor learning space at the school. Watch the Rockland DHS video submission.
Rockland Public School plans to purchase inclusive and accessible sporting equipment to be used by all students and abilities. Watch the Rockland PS video submission.
Russell High School’s intermediate students and staff plan to expand the school’s breakfast program, purchase an additional garden tower, create a butterfly garden and a live wall to grow vegetables. Watch the Russell HS video submission.
Russell Public School plans to purchase outdoor games and expand its offering of clubs at the school. Watch the Russell PS video submission.
Tagwi Secondary School’s intermediate students and staff plan to create a safe and inclusive space for students to go when they need a break. Watch the Tagwi SS video submission.
“Our schools are key partners in our individual communities. From enhancing classroom resources and constructing outdoor classrooms to promoting inclusivity and accessibility, these schools exemplify innovation and dedication to student success,” says UCDSB Chair John McAllister. “We congratulate all the winning schools and look forward to witnessing the positive impact the plans will have on students and their learning."
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April Scott-Clarke
Manager of Communications
Upper Canada District School Board
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