WELCOME!

This site has been organized to assist you with tools and information to help you throughout High School. Please take a browse through the tabs to familiarize yourself with the resources contained here.

Feel free to contact me by email or phone (709) 729-1978.

Rebekah Peddle

About the Guidance Room

The development of a Guidance Room is an ongoing effort to continue to address the needs of students. The Room will be a source of information focusing on, but not limited to, three areas: Career Planning, Post Secondary Institution Information and Financial Planning. Students are encouraged to access the Guidance Room and avail fully of the services provided.

Mrs. Anne-Marie Dalley is available to assist students in any way to ensure they meet with success. Feel free to contact Mrs. Dalley by email (annemariedalley@cdli.ca) or at (709) 884-2632.

Hello, I'm Janice!

I am the School Counsellor for CDLI. I am very fortunate to work in a position that connects me with students, schools and families across this great province from Nain all the way down to Trepassey! Every day as a counsellor is an adventure and I learn something new. Each day, I look forward to hearing from students and giving them the tools to succeed in ways that best suits them. If I can be of help to you, I encourage you to contact me at janicerowsell@nlesd.ca

What do I do?

Assist people to become their best selves
Educate and advocate with the purpose of improving mental health literacy and eliminating stigma
Work with students, parents and school staff to identify learning needs as well as personal needs, and design interventions to enhance individual student success
Coordinate with community agencies to align individuals with resources

Who Am I?

In my spare time, I’m a photographer, treasure hunter and chef
I love to travel, go on adventures and explore new places
I cherish my family, friends, and pets
I am an active volunteer in my community
I am a lifelong learner, proud nerd, and pun master

I hold a Masters of Education in Counselling Psychology from Memorial University. I am also a Professional Member of the Canadian Counselling and Psychotherapy Association, and possess a Canadian Certified Counsellor (CCC) designation. The benefit of being aligned with this association is that it promotes professional accountability and visibility. In addition to this, the CCPA has developed the Continuing Education Credit (CEC) system, to recognize professional development activities and promote continuous education for counsellors.

Counselling is the skilled and principled use of relationships to facilitate self-knowledge, emotional acceptance, growth and the optimal development of personal resources. The overall aim of my work is to provide an opportunity for individuals to work towards living more satisfyingly and resourcefully. Counselling relationships will vary according to need but may be concerned with developmental issues, addressing and resolving specific problems, making decisions, coping with crisis, developing personal insights and knowledge, working through feelings of inner conflict or improving relationships with others.

Janice Rowsell, B.Ed., M.Ed., CCC
Guidance Counsellor, Centre for Distance Learning and Innovation
NLESD Gander Office
p. (709) 256-3196
f. (709) 256-3204

Post-Secondary

Not sure about what you want to do?

Post-secondary Institutions

Helpful Post-Secondary Education Information

Financing Your Education

Study Tips

Welcome to the Study Tips Page. Browse through the following resources to get assistance to help you ace your exams!

First of all, have you planned your high school course program? If not take a look at the
Course Handbook for Grade 9 Students and Parents

Understand about Preparing for and Writing exams

Preparing and Writing Tests

Improve your ability to study!

General Study Tips

Time Management is key to success in High School. Do you effectively manage your time?

Time Management

Do you need specific help in Math or Writing? Take a look at the following resources.

Writing Skills

Math Skills

Tutorials for Various Courses

Khan Academy

CDLI Resources

Student Wellness

General Resources

Addictions

Learning Exceptionalities

Mental Health

Gender Identity and Gender Expression or MyGSA.ca

NL Binder Cover

GSA - Pre-Intro

GSA - Introduction

GSA Guide

GSA Q & A

LGBTQ Role Models and Symbols

Information and Resources for Educators

Resources for Guidance Counsellors

Information for Administrators

Terms and Concepts

LGBTQ Resources

Scholarships

Newfoundland Post - Secondary Schools

Marine Institute

Scholarship Search

Scholarship Resources

Bursary / Awards

Other

Job Search

All NL students/schools have been given an activation code to access the MyBlueprint site. Please check at your school level for the login information or contact the CDLI guidance counselor for the information.

Prepare for a Job

Search for a Job

Teachers

Teachers are essential members of a students' educational team. During their high school years, Canadian youth spend more time in school than anywhere else outside of their homes; therefore, it is of vital importance that teachers become comfortable with, and gain a deeper understanding of mental health literacy and mental disorders. As advocates, teachers support their students in many ways as they navigate through secondary school and beyond. This page contains information and links to resources which will help teachers best help their students.

Guidance