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May Communications Newsletter
The May Communications Newsletter is out!
In this month’s issue we have information about:
Every Day Counts! Student attendance tips
Mental Health and Education Week
Public Health webinar on cannabis and other drugs
And more!
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Letter to families from the Minister of Education on changes to Provincial Code of Conduct
Please see below for a letter from the Minister of Education, to Ontario parents/caregivers. To download a copy of the letter, please click here.
Dear parents,
For the first time in nearly a generation, our government successfully negotiated agreements with all teachers’ unions …
Happy Passover!
We would like to wish our community members who are observing Passover (Pesach) a very Happy Passover.
Passover is often celebrated with great pomp and ceremony, especially on the first night, when a special family meal called the seder is held. At the seder, …
Every Day Counts! Student Support Week 4
Hello John Galt Families,
This week, let’s discuss some things to do if all the strategies you’ve tried so far to encourage regular attendance at school with your child haven’t worked.
Be consistent! Don’t give up. And …
Every Day Counts! Student Support Part 3
Hello John Galt Families:
When it comes to student attendance at school, Every Day Counts! This week our tips for supporting your child’s attendance at school focuses on ways to involve the school. See below for some strategies you could try.
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Every Day Counts! Student Support Week 2
We are continuing to share information to help families support their child’s attendance at school. Below are some tips you can try that involve the routines and the environment at home.
Practice consistent bedtime and morning routines with …
TICK INFORMATION
Hello John Galt Families:
Please see below the memo and links from Public Health may be helpful if you are looking for information.
Blacklegged Tick and Lyme Disease
https://wdgpublichealth.ca/your-community/ticks-lyme-disease
Thanks
Your John Galt Admin Team
Every Day Counts! Student Support Week 1
Is your child struggling with attending school? We are here to help! Throughout the month of April we will be sharing tips and strategies with parents/guardians to help encourage regular school attendance – because Every Day Counts!
This week, …
Every Day Counts! Why regular student attendance at school really matters
In the UGDSB, we know how important school attendance and established routines are for students to build knowledge, skills and confidence. Regular attendance is more than just a requirement; it’s a critical building block for academic success, social development, and future opportunities. While we may face challenges that can make school attendance …
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April Communications Newsletter
Hello John Galt Families:
The April Communications Newsletter is out! In this month’s issue we have information about:
Every Day Counts! Student attendance
Student career fairs
Mental health literacy for students
And more!
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