ILPS February 2019 Newsletter
February 2019 Newsletter
Dear Parents and Guardians,
We are looking forward to the end of the January Deep Freeze! Students have managed the numerous indoor recesses relatively well. We are sure they are looking forward to being able to take a fresh air and exercise break from their classrooms at recess when more seasonal temperatures return!
There is always a lot going on at Island Lake in all of our grades – please check out the calendar on this website for details. Parents are encouraged to download the free Upper Grand District School Board App from the Apple App Store (for iPhone users) or Google Play (for Android users).
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Our Grade 8 students are hard at work selecting courses for their Grade 9 year. Their teachers and high school reps are available if parents or guardians have any questions.
On February 28th, we celebrate Thermometer Thursday (to commemorate National Sweater Day). Our very own ECO TEAM has made announcements and posters to promote this eco-friendly activity to remind us that we can turn down the temperature in our houses and at our workplaces, and wear a sweater instead to save energy.
Term 1 report cards are going home on February 20th. Please discuss the results with your child, complete the return portion and send it to the school with the envelope ASAP. If there are questions regarding the reports, please feel free to call your child’s teacher or contact Mrs. Dampier or Mr. Singh.
February marks a celebration of Black History. Every year Canadians are invited to take part in the festivities and events that honour the legacy of Black Canadians, past and present. This celebration exists to recognize the rich contributions within our society from people of African and Caribbean decent, and of their ongoing struggle for equity and social justice. This is a time to celebrate the many achievements and contributions of Black Canadians who, throughout history, have done so much to make Canada the culturally diverse, compassionate and prosperous nation we know today. It is also an opportunity for all Canadians to learn about the experiences of Black Canadians in our society, and the vital role this community has played throughout our shared history. Our Character Crew will be sharing information on the announcements to celebrate these achievements with our students.
Important Information from Public Health
In Ontario, the Immunization of School Pupils Act requires that all students attending school be fully immunized or have a valid exemption on file. Wellington-Dufferin-Guelph Public Health (WDGPH) has recently mailed immunization notices to elementary students with incomplete vaccine records. To avoid suspension, please update your child’s immunization record by March 15, 2019.
If the student has already received the immunization(s), report them using one of these methods:
- Online: View and report immunizations at immunizewdg.ca. Sign-in using your Ontario Health Card Number or the Ontario Immunization ID (provided on your Immunization Notice if received by mail from WDGPH).
- Email: Send a copy of the record to [email protected]
- Call: 1-800-265-7293 ext. 4396
If the student needs the immunization(s) do one of the following:
- Make an appointment with student’s health care provider, bring the notice from WDGPH with you, and follow up by reporting the immunization(s) to WDGPH.
- Call 1-800-265-7293 ext. 4134 to make an immunization appointment at WDGPH.
If the student is not being immunized for medical or conscience/religious reasons:
- Access the appropriate exemption form at wdgpublichealth.ca/your-kids/vaccination
For the Statement of Conscience or Religious Belief Exemptions a parent/guardian must also complete an immunization education session at WDGPH. For an appointment call 1-800-265-7293 ext. 4134.
Wiseones Needed!
We’re looking for seniors who’d be interested in participating in an Intergenerational Bridging the Gap program with the grade 8 students. The purpose of this program is to foster cooperation, understanding and friendship between the generations. The program impacts the youth’s attitudes towards aging and understanding the past. It also promotes feelings of life-satisfaction and self-worth for the older adult. Here are some more concrete details of the program:
Location: ILPS Library Learning Commons
When: Monday, April 1st – initial meeting
Tuesday, April 9th – Session 1
Tuesday, April 16th – Session 2
Thursday, April 25th – Session 3
Thursday, May 2nd – Session 4
Thursday, May 9th – Session 5
Friday, May 24th – Session 6 – Wiseone Celebration!!
Time: 11:10 – 12:50 p.m.
Number of students: 53 grade 8 students so we’re hoping to have 15 – 20 Wiseones giving us a ratio of 1 Wiseone : 3 students
*Please contact Stacey Manzerolle ([email protected]) or Mardell Miller ([email protected]) if you know any seniors who might be interested in this amazing program.
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