The Olympic Games start 8.8.08 (that would be this Friday for those of us who have too many pin numbers and passwords and really don’t need any more numbers in our lives).
Actually the preliminaries for some events start tomorrow. (did you know that?) However the opening games can be seen on Toronto television starting at 7am Friday morning.
You and your family can follow the Olympics HERE. You can send messages to the Canadian Olympians HERE.
Olympic information should be shared on Parent Club because it’s good family entertainment. Sport, honour, victory & defeat mixed in with sportsmanship and competition, pride and courage.
Yes, I believe each child should get a medal in a school competition. Fairness, personal best and engagement should all be recognized. However, I also think it is good to show kids that with determination, commitment and talent — there are some who become the best (I am not one of them — I don’t really know anyone who is the best of the best — but I do know some pretty darn goods).
The Olympic motto is “Citius, Altius, Fortius.” These three Latin words mean “Swifter, Higher, Stronger.” (you’ll use that in trivial pursuit one day – I’m sure).
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