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CBC
18-05-2025
- Science
- CBC
At a Gander mining conference, the industry's future was right next door
While mining executives and geologists gathered for the annual Central MinEX conference at the Gander Community Centre this week, the future of the industry showed off at the curling club next door. At least six schools from all over central Newfoundland took part in a science fair for junior high students. Calibre Mining, which owns the Valentine gold deposit near Millertown, sponsored the contest. "We believe youth are our future," said Calibre social compliance lead Courtney Rowsell. "So having them involved, having them learning about mining, finding out about careers in mining, bringing them into a space where they can learn from each other and learn about different aspects of the industry is very important to us." The students' projects covered issues such as erosion on mine sites, safer ways to handle asbestos and the mineral content of volcanoes. One group even coded their own version of the video game Minecraft, highlighting the minerals found in Newfoundland and Labrador. Wesley Turner is from Holy Cross School in Eastport. "Our project here, hydrospan, we were thinking what's an easy way for people from Newfoundland to [get to] the mainland," he explained. "Since there's an underwater highway in Europe, we thought to use that idea and make something. So it's a tunnel that goes from Newfoundland, under the ocean floor to Labrador." His group's display included a model tunnel drill Turner fashioned from an old blender motor. The team from Leo Burke Academy in Bishop's Falls created a large cardboard doll, called Molly the Miner, as part of their entry. "Our project is on the everyday minerals that you could be wearing right now," group member Olivia Simmonds said. "For example, on Molly, her shirt is polyester, she has jewelry on, she has a pencil, and she has steel-toed boots on." In the end, another group from Eastport won the day. "Our project is talking about e-waste recycling," said student Lily Heffern. "Basically, we're taking valuable minerals from used electronics, and we're repurposing them into the mining industry." But the students who worked on the projects didn't have to do it at all. They put in the time and effort because they're interested in working in the mining industry some day. For many of them, like Carly Thomas of Bishop's Falls, mining is the family business. "We did an interview on her dad, my pop and my brother, who all work in mines," she said. "Our families are really into mining, so we know a little bit about it."
Yahoo
08-04-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
Holy Cross School in New Orleans names new principal
NEW ORLEANS (WGNO) — New Orleans' Holy Cross School has announced its selection of a new principal for the 2025-2026 school year. World's largest low-carbon ammonia plant coming to Ascension Parish, governor says According to school officials, Brad Humphreys, formerly the upper school principal at Oak Forest Academy in Amite, will be serving as Holy Cross School's principal and bringing along with him 27 years of experience in the field of education. 'My passion for teaching began in a small parochial school in which most of thestudents would become the first in their families to attend college,' said Humphreys, speaking on his career. 'While I pushed my kids hard, it was done within an environment of humor and respect, as I watched them overcome their fears and rise to the challenge. Seeing them develop confidence and self-motivation propelled me to further my own education to advance into administrative roles where I could have a more profound impact on the student body at large.' Legal battle between oil companies and Louisiana parishes far from over Humphreys received his bachelor's degree in mathematics from LSU and his master's degree in educational administration from UNO. School officials said they look forward to Humphreys joining their institution, with Assistant to the President for School Operations John Serio saying, 'With him, he brings discipline and a high standard of academic excellence that our students and their families will be well served.'Debate over SNAP work requirement heats up WATCH: Jon Sumrall provides update on Tulane's QB competiton Rapper 'Fat Flow' gets 33 years for kidnapping migrants Louisiana bill would ban fluoride in public drinking water, part of national push led by RFK Jr. Repeat human smuggler sentenced in South Texas Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
Yahoo
08-04-2025
- General
- Yahoo
Hicks named new principal of Schlarman Academy
With the official retirement of Tracy Cherry, Schlarman Academy has named a new principal. Katherine Hicks was unanimously recommended for the position by the academy's principal search committee. She will begin work on July 1. Currently serving as a middle school teacher at Holy Cross School in Champaign, Hicks has also worked as a special education aide at Ludlow Grade School in Ludlow. In the secondary education field, she has worked as a STEAM education teacher at Parkland College. She has also served as a presenter or panelist at regional and national conferences, and she has authored several professional publications. Hicks holds a Bachelor of Science degree in history and geography from Illinois State University and a Master of Arts degree from the University of West Georgia. Beyond the classroom, Hicks has also served as the Education Coordinator with the Orpheum Museum in Champaign, as well as a program manager with the Champaign Park District. Superintendent of Catholic Schools Jerry Sanderson said throughout Hicks' career, she has 'demonstrated expertise in curriculum development, personnel management, fostering strong relationships with local businesses and community stakeholders, and designing and executing marketing campaigns.' As to how Hicks became interested in the open role at Schlarman, she said it was about answering God's call on her life, and giving back to her community. 'When called upon by God, I believe it is my responsibility to answer. I view this as an opportunity to give back to the school and community that played a fundamental role in shaping my upbringing,' Hicks said. 'Additionally, I am passionate about leadership and making a meaningful impact.' When she begins work in her new role in July, Hicks said, she intends to focus her energy on learning as much as she can about what Schlarman Academy needs. 'My top priority is to gain a deep understanding of the school culture, its families, and staff. At the outset, I will focus on building strong relationships with students, staff, and the wider community, fostering trust and open communication grounded in respect and compassion,' she said. 'I will prioritize both academic excellence and spiritual development, ensuring that Catholic values are integrated into every aspect of the school day,' she said, adding that she will also do all she can to create 'a safe and inclusive environment where students feel loved and valued.' One of the challenges of leadership, she said, is maintaining balance between the competing demands of the role — demands such as overseeing academic excellence, supporting students' faith and character development, guiding teachers and staff, addressing student needs, promoting community engagement, ensuring safety, and managing administrative duties, to name a few. Beyond doing all she can to make the school day safe and uplifting for students, Hicks is also dedicated to supporting Schlarman Academy's teachers and staff in their professional growth. 'I must ensure that all voices—students, teachers, parents, and staff—are heard and valued while also making difficult decisions. It is my responsibility to provide support and direction in a way that allows the school to flourish, while preserving a healthy, supportive, and faith-filled atmosphere for both staff and students,' Hicks said. Moving forward, Hicks plans to introduce initiatives that 'promote wellbeing, collaboration, and growth across the school community,' as well as enhancing communication channels 'to ensure everyone's voice is heard' and introducing recognition programs 'to celebrate [the] achievements of both students and staff.' 'The Diocese of Peoria is pleased to welcome Katherine Hicks as the next administrator of the school, where she will guide the spiritual development, academic excellence, and commitment to Christ-like service which have been the hallmark of a Catholic education at Schlarman for generations,' Sanderson said.
Euronews
03-03-2025
- General
- Euronews
'Women could not speak, now we have a voice': A cross-community centre for and by women in Belfast
Words, acknowledgement of others' pain and the simple sharing of experiences and courses foster resilience. Betty Carlisle, co-founder and director of the centre, explains that it first saw the light of day in 1987, when it "grew out of a poem that was written about the hummingbird" and its ability to fly. "Women are usually told they can't do things. So we said, come to the hummingbird and you can do things. The activities, she adds, are free of charge: "Everything is free, but we ask for a registration fee of 10 pounds (11.87 euros) per year to contribute to administration costs. This new centre allows women to meet other women. And it is easier to access from both sides of the community. The importance of speech Another feature of the centre is the importance of women's voices. The vast majority of the centre's staff and visitors are women from the different communities in the neighbourhood. Isabel Gibson, a Catholic, was involved in the crisis at Holy Cross School. "I had to move house because I received death threats from the paramilitaries," she confesses. Then she lost her daughter and her world fell apart. Through conversations with other women and acting classes she got back on her feet. "We can do as many courses as we want (...). We performed in a play and we had to act, we are a cross-community group and we talked about the Shankill women and how they felt dominated by their husbands, the paramilitaries. And it was the same in Ardoyne, where I live. Women could not speak, everything was said by men; whereas now we have a voice, we can speak. So it's much, much better" Betty Tompson is a Protestant. For a time she lived away from Belfast because her ex-partner was in prison for several years. She explains that he became involved with organisations and crime: "I didn't want my children to be like their father, who grew up with a criminal record (...). I understand Catholics and Protestants who have someone who was killed, and they hold that grudge, I understand that. Nothing like that happened to me, so I guess it was easier for me to move on. But not everyone can. Some people have it harder than others, I don't know. I didn't think I needed to go on holiday abroad until I came back here and now I've started to go on more holidays, holidays with friends". Betty announces that she and Isabel are preparing a trip together with their grandchildren to Spain.
