Montreal, February 9, 2026 - The administration of the EMSB-Marymount Academy International is proud to announce that Mei Lin NICOLAE-CHU, a Secondary III student, participant in the Voices of Olympia Canada School Competition (VOOC), has been selected to represent her school on the international stage. On March 10, 2026, Mei Lin will virtually present her teams’ project at the VOOC round table hosted by the NGO CSW70 Parallel Events Forum that links civil society to the Seventieth Session of the United Nations Commission on the Status of Women (UN-CSW- 70), held at the UN Headquarter in New York Under the guidance of Ms. Dimitra Thomakos, the team – composed of Ranim Sleiman, Sanya Bucktawar, Mei Lin Nicolae-Chu, Quynh Anh Nguyen, and Xinyi Su – worked on the theme of artificial intelligence in service of Cancer care. Their project: " Hope, Strength and Algorithms: The Future of Equitable Breast Cancer Screening " proposes AI solutions for a more equitable access to early ca...

By Alena Hamlett February 10, 2026- On February 5  the halls of creativity stretched beyond classroom walls as students and staff from Summit School’s Challenges program took a short walk to neighboring Parkdale Elementary School in St. Laurent and straight into a morning filled with color, connection, and collaboration. Summit students, aged 16 to 21, arrived with something truly special: handcrafted plaster Valentine’s ornaments, made with care and creativity. Paired with Parkdale’s Cycle 3 classes, students teamed up to paint, decorate, and bring each ornament to life. With all paints and materials generously provided by Summit School, the activity was not only joyful but also fully accessible, allowing creativity to take center stage. This heartwarming event wasn’t a first. In December, Parkdale’s Cycle 2 classes had the opportunity to paint holiday-themed plaster ornaments created by the same talented Summit students. Both collaborations were buzzing with laughter, artistic f...

Montreal, February 5, 2026 - On the occasion of I Love To Read Week and Black History Month, on Tuesday, Feb, 10 (11:10 am)  a seven year old Grade 2 student at Pierre de Coubertin Elementary School (4700 Lavoisier)  in St. Léonard will launch her very first book entitled The Great Adventures of Miss Sofia Bella – Volume 1.   This educational and inspiring book is aimed at student C. Sofia Sardella’s  peers  and promotes fundamental values such as self-confidence, self-esteem, and academic perseverance., Pierre-de Coubertin Elementary School  stands out for its linguistic and cultural openness. Students learn in three languages—English, French, and Italian—a valuable asset that fosters intellectual curiosity and respect for differences. Inspired by this trilingual environment, Sofia wanted her book to be published in French, English, and Italian as well, to reflect the inclusive and multicultural spirit of her school and community. Sofia's book is muc...

Montreal, February 4, 2026-   Two high schools-  John F. Kennedy and LINKS High School- and four primary schools- Pierre de Coubertin Elementary School, Nesbitt Elementary School, John Caboto Academy, and Carlyle Elementary School - are proud to announce their joint participation in the Push-Up Challenge for Mental Health Awareness , taking place from February 5 to February 23 . Inspired by the national initiative The Push-Up Challenge , this program encourages participants to complete daily push-ups while learning about mental health and supporting those who may be struggling. Originally launched in Australia in 2017, the challenge has grown into an international movement, engaging thousands of participants across Canada and around the world. Otis Grant This collaborative initiative is being led by Personal Development and Community Involvement Animators (PDCIA) Vince Lacroce, Veronica D’Agata, and Mary Poullas, in partnership with the Physical Education departments and ...

Montreal, February 9, 2026-   Leyi Lin, a remarkable professional dancer, came to Canada directly   from China five years ago.  With over a decade of training in Chinese classical dance, she has experience as a member of a Beijing municipal-level student dance troupe and she spent four years   as the main performer at the Montreal Centre of Chinese Cultural Arts and two years teaching chinese classical dance in the Côte Des Neiges dance studios. Leyi Lin Leyi has performed the ''traditional'' cultural dances at several schools to mark the Lunar New Year, thus far Bancroft in the Plateau, Coronation in Côte des Neiges and Gardenview in St. Laurent. Next up is  Parkdale   Elementary School (1475 Deguire)  in St. Lauret on Wed Feb. 11 (9:20 am). At Bancroft Personal Development and Community Animator Puyung Choy, who invited Ms. Lin, also gave a brief and engaging presentation on ancient calendars and the origins of the Chinese zodiac, helping students ...

Montreal, February 26 , 2026 – Throughout Black History Month, the English Montreal School Board network  has been engaging students in immersive, creative, and interdisciplinary learning experiences designed to bring Black history, culture, and excellence to life.    Dr. Salah Wilson The Life of Viola Desmond During Black History Month, students from Pierre de Coubertin Elementary School (PDC), Nesbitt Elementary School, Carlyle Elementary, and Leonardo Da Vinci Academy (LDVA), and L.I.N.K.S. High School took part in meaningful and engaging workshops focused on the life and legacy of  Viola Desmon d. The workshops were led by PDCIA  Animator Vince Lacroce and were designed to deepen students’ understanding of social justice, equity, and courage through interactive learning experiences. Students in Cycle 2 explored Viola Desmond’s historic stand against racial segregation and reflected on the importance of fairness and inclusion in Canadian society. As part of ...