Yukon Literacy Coalition

Yukon Literacy Coalition will be hosting a free ESL Student Roundtable, lunch, and Speaker’s Training at the Whitehorse Public Library beginning at 10:30 a.m. For more information, call Kerri at 668-6535 or e-mail communications.officer@northwestel.net.

The Catholic Schools of Whitehorse

Christ the King Elementary, Holy Family Elementary and Vanier Catholic Secondary will be jointly hosting a Youth Mass on Sunday, April 13, 11:15 a.m. at Sacred Heart Cathedral (Corner of 4th and Steele).  Following the mass, there will be an open house and reception downstairs in the CYO hall.

Yukon Literacy Coalition

The Yukon Literacy Coalition will hold a free Speaker’s Training workshop from 10:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m. at the MacBride Museum’s Taylor & Drury Room. Lunch is included for those who register early. Topics include effective communications skills, vocal impact, body language awareness and speech writing. For more information, call Kerri at 668-6535 or e-mail communications.officer@northwestel.net.

Yukon College

Language Studies – Elijah Smith Building foyer 11:30 – 1:30
There will be an overview of Yukon college courses in English as a Second Language, (ESL), Spanish, Japanese, American Sign Language, Mandarin, German and registration information.

Tantalus School - Carmacks

The School Assembly, featuring the Takhini Dunena Ali Dancers and Drummers from Takhini Elementary School, is open to the public. This will take place at 10:00 a.m.

Selkirk Elementary School

Selkirk Elementary School will be hosting a Math Fair at 6:30 p.m. There will be prizes, draws, and lots of math! All are welcome to join the school at this community event.

Dawson City

Join in an Experiential Education Class Tr’ondek Hwech’in style! Meet at the gazebo on Front Street at 1:00 p.m. for an educational walk. Class runs until 2:30.

Tantalus School – Carmacks

There will be a technology education presentation at the School Council meeting at 5:00. Everyone is welcome.

Yukon College – Old Crow Campus

The College is hosting an Open House and book swap at the campus from 11:00 to 5:00. Door prizes have been donated by Dana Naye Ventures, Yukon Learn, and Yukon Literacy Coalition.

Yukon College – Whitehorse Campus

Wilderness First Aid – Sportslife at Hougens Centre (formerly Sportslodge), 11:30 – 1:30
There will be an overview of basic and advanced wilderness first aid courses available from the Yukon College and registration information.

Department of Education

Department of Education Open House: Everyone is welcome to attend the Department of Education building at 1000 Lewes Boulevard from 4:00 to 6:00 p.m. Staff will be present to share information about Public Schools and Advanced Education programs and services. You will also have an opportunity to browse the Permanent Collection of Student Art. Refreshments will be served.

St. Elias Community School - Haines Junction

Readers as Leaders - Invited guests from the community will come in to read their favourite books and talk about the readying they do for work.

Dawson City

Community Potluck and celebration of song and dance with the Takhini Dunena Ali youth dance group from Whitehorse and the Han Singers at the Tr’ondek Hwech’in Heritage Hall. Fun for the whole family! The main course is provided. Bring your favourite vegetable dish or salad. Don’t forget your moccasins and potlatch bag! Doors open at 5:30 for dinner. Performances start at 7:00.

Yukon College

Public Computer Training - Elijah Smith Building, 11:30 – 1:30
There will be an overview of Yukon College courses offered and registration information.

Yukon College

Community Programming in Trades – Canadian Tire, 11:30 – 1:30
There will be an overview of all trades courses in continuing education, from GPS to basic home wiring, as well as registration information.

Science Camp for Children

Elijah Smith Building foyer, 11:30 – 1:30
There will be an overview of science and computer camps offered by the Yukon College to children aged 8 – 13 over the summer.

Alternate Learning Program Open House – Dawson City

Come visit the students and see their work at the Alternate Learning Program at the Youth Centre. Be sure to have a delicious smoothie on us while you visit. Drop in between 1:00 and 3:00.

Takhini Elementary School

The Takhini Heartbeaters are hosting their annual Tea and Talent Show in the school gym from 6:30 to 8:00 p.m. There will be a talent contest for students, as well as a skipping demonstration and a silent auction. Everyone is invited to attend. The cost is $4 per person or $15 per family.

Robert Service School - Dawson City

The Takhini Dunena Ali youth dancers from Takhini Elementary School will perform at the Robert Service School at 10:30 a.m. There will be a lunch at 11:30 in the gym, prepared by the Home Economics class and Skills Canada Club. Bring your favorite side dish!

Tantalus School - Carmacks

The community celebrates the official Grand Opening of the new Tantalus School with special activities from 10:00 a.m. until 2:00 p.m. The day begins with a math fair. At 11:30 Minister of Education Patrick Rouble will attend for the ribbon cutting. At noon there will be a community lunch. Stick gambling begins at 1:00. School is dismissed early at 2:00 p.m.

Learning Disabilities Association of Yukon and Yukon Learn Society

These societies will jointly host their Education Week Open House from 3:30 to 5:30 p.m. Stop by their offices at 107 Main Street after school or work for some snacks and to learn about the great programs and services of LDAY and Yukon Learn! LDAY staff and tutors will be demonstrating assistive technology, screening a short film of the 2007 LDAY Youth Leadership Camp and the F.A.T. City video.

Yukon College

Leadership and Management – Elijah Smith Building foyer, 11:30 – 1:30
Overview of these courses in continuing education, and registration information.

Yukon Legislative Assembly

The Annual Youth Parliament will be holding its debates in the Chamber of the Yukon Legislative Assembly from 1:00 to 5:30 p.m. This event is the highlight of a three-day event in which youth from across the territory meet with government representatives and legislative staff to learn about how the Legislature works. The public is invited to attend and see tomorrow’s leaders debate.

Vanier Catholic Secondary

Vanier will be hosting a Social Justice Fair in the CYO hall beginning at 12:30 p.m. (after the 11:15 a.m. mass).  This fair contains projects and posters relating to individuals, groups or movements that serve to promote a more just society.