Media Advisory
2/14/2019
Students will compete in over 25 skills-based challenges, including hairstyling, fashion, carpentry, architectural design, 3D animation, graphic design, robotics and more during the York Region Skills Challenge events.
Where and When:
York Region Skills Challenge
February 28, 2019
8:45 a.m. - 2:30 p.m.
Seneca College - Newnham Campus
1750 Finch Avenue East, Toronto
*Note to Editors: Best time for photos:
9:15 a.m.-1:45 p.m. - Content period
1:45-2:30 p.m. - Awards presentation
Carpentry Competitions
March 5, 2019 (Elementary school students)
March 7, 2019 (Secondary school students)
8:30 a.m. - 2:30 p.m.
College of Carpenters and Allied Trades
420 Rowntree Dairy Road, Woodbridge
*Note to Editors: Best time for photos:
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8:30 a.m. - 1:30 p.m. - Contest period 1:45 p.m. - 2:30 p.m. - Awards presentation |
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Why:
These events give students an opportunity to develop and apply their skills, problem solve and collaborate.
Who:
Over 700 students in Grades 4-12 and their teachers.
For more information contact:
Reshma Badiani
Curriculum Consultant, York Region District School Board
Telephone: 905-727-0022 x3369
Email: reshma.badiani@yrdsb.ca