Hello March!
Message from the School
As we move into March, it is hard to believe that we are already more than halfway through the academic year. The days get longer and the weather gets warmer.
As we look forward to the warmer temperature, it is important that our students are dressed appropriately for the weather. Layers are always best and provide the most options for variable weather.
Students are busy learning inside and outside their classrooms by experimenting, creating, writing, acting, speaking and discussing.
Have a safe and happy March Break between the 11th to 15th.
JMC Parent Council
Fundraising Summary
In October, the JMC Parent Council created fundraising goals to support various school needs and activities. Initiatives like pizza sales, milk programs, the annual danceathon, and more, we’re planning to meet these targets and provide resources to support our students’ education. The table below summarizes the funds for each fundraising initiative and a checkmark in the completed box indicates if the money has been collected and spent. Some items, for example, Music Equipment/Repairs won’t be marked completed until closure to the end of the school year.
| Fundraising Item | Target | Completed | Fundraiser |
| Library | $2,000 | Pizza Milk Danceathon |
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| Forest of Reading | $4,000 | Pizza Milk |
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| Gym Equipment | $2,000 | Pizza Milk |
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| Music Equipment / Repairs | $2,000 | Pizza Milk |
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| Scientists in the school or similar. | 1 session per class
$3,000 total |
Pizza Milk |
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| Playground | $47,864 | ✔ | Funds raised in previous years |
| Classrooms | $2,100 | ||
| Recess Bin | $1,470 | ✔ | Danceathon |
| Tech | Milk Pizza Popcorn |
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| Outdoor K toys | $600 | ✔ | Danceathon |
| Grade 8 Grad Food and DJ /
Junior/Intermediate Technology |
OPEN | Popcorn |
JMC PRO (Parents Reaching Out) GRANT application – APPROVED!
The PRO Grant program offers funding to school boards aiming to address barriers that prevent parents and families from actively participating in their children’s education. JMC successfully applied for a PRO Grant through UGDSB, securing funding of up to $1000. The grant will support an event focusing on bolstering the mental health of children, parents, and families, with particular attention to managing screen time, including social media and video games. The event will feature a night for parents and students, providing insights on the benefits and drawbacks of technology, along with strategies to improve overall well-being. A committee will oversee the planning of the event, and those interested in joining can reach out via email to [email protected].
Attention! There will be no parent council meeting in March. The next meeting will be April 9th.
Save the date – JMC’s Family Fun Night is scheduled for Thursday June 6th. Interested in volunteering? Sign up here:https://forms.gle/V4RRL9VnvgtJWbd38
MOVING IN? MOVING OUT?
If you are planning a move to another school next September, please notify the office right away. This greatly assists us in our enrollment projects for the coming school year. Please note: if your student is currently in JK and your family is moving between now and August 31st, please contact the school right away. (Your move might create a spot for a JK student on our French Immersion waitlist.)
ALS Event
Inclement Weather Procedures REMINDER – A reminder that, as with every winter, inclement weather conditions may result in bus cancellations and/or school closures. Decisions on buses and school operations due to inclement weather are made as soon as key information is available and no later than 6:30am the morning of. To check the status of school buses each morning visit www.stwdsts.ca, and to check the status of school closures visit www.ugdsb.ca. Please click here for important information regarding bus cancellations and inclement weather days in the Upper Grand District School Board for the 2022-23 school year. The CYC Corner Self-Advocacy is important to teach our children. All children need to know that they have the ability to create positive change in their world. As parents, we can show them by role-modeling and encouraging them to speak up for themselves. Our internal dialogue is key to our success. If we believe in ourselves then others will do the same. Self-Advocacy is:
Always advocate for your Determine what your needs are Voice your concerns Only you know how you feel Consider solutions Ask for help Tell others what you need Educating others is important “When the world is silent, even one voice becomes powerful.” Malala Yousafzai Community Support for students and parents:
The UGDSB Mental Health website is also packed full of helpful information for you to access anytime For any questions, please contact Lisa Longtin (CYC).
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Board Updates
February 2024 Policy Updates
UGDSB approves draft school year calendars for 2024-25
UGDSB introducing new grade 7/8 Mental Health Literacy Modules to support student mental health and well-being
Important: April PA Day date change
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