Remember to wiggle your toes.

Thanks again to Kevin Brooks who spoke to the students at RSS about making the most of life, no matter what cards you have been dealt. An active snowboarder, skater, hockey player and general dare devil, Kevin was never one to turn down a party. After a night of drinking, Kevin didn't listen to that inner voice telling him to go home to bed but instead jumped in the driver's seat of his car, with his friend Brendon next him and proceeded to flip the vehicle down an embankment. Kevin survived. Brendon did not. Kevin is now in a wheelchair unable to do the many sports he loves but he isn't letting that stop him. Listen to Kevin and you know he isn't letting anything stop him. He isn't giving up. Check out his website and blog to read more about Kevin and share your own story.

Do you want a skatepark in Rossland?

May 10th, Miner's 7:30. Our LAST consultation meeting on the site. We need the masses out for this one! Also see cool RSA report on interviews with 40 other towns in BC with skateparks.

Tired of skating outside Ferraro's? The Rossland Skatepark Association has worked tirelessly to see a skatepark in Rossland. Tell your friends and family about the May 10th meeting where the location will be discussed. Get involved in your community. For more information check out the RSA website.

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Red Mountain Academy Rap

RSS launches new website

Much thanks goes out to grade 12 student Madelaine Snelgrove for creating a great looking website for Rossland Secondary School. The site's new look reflects the various interests of the learning community  and will be a great showcase for student work. Don't forget to check out the RSS Gab Tab. Check back often as the site will be updated on a regular basis.

I Love Trash - documentary

I Love Trash is a documentary about dumpster diving. Two friends decide to do an experiment in trash. They rent an unfurnished apartment and arrive with only the clothes they are wearing and a flashlight. They decide not to buy any things for 3 months and instead to find all their needs in the trash. They furnish their apartment lavishly. They eat decadently. They dress sharp, and create beautiful art, all from the trash.

Please excuse the mess.

RSS Library is undergoing some changes so please excuse the mess.

Soon you will be able to find your next read by browsing the shelves by genre. Are you looking for a mystery novel or maybe you are in the mood for something a little more humourous. How about a graphic novel for a change? By rearranging our fiction collection by genre you will be better able to find what you are looking for or try something new. If you need some assistance Mrs. Yonkman, our library assistant, or the teacher-librarian Mrs. Kuhn will be more than happy to help. You will now find all the fiction along the main wall of the library, on either side of the windows. Of course, we are always looking for the next great read so come in with your suggestions and we'll see what we can do.