Good morning Arbour Vista families,
As the school year winds down and the warm weather sets in, it's the perfect time to remind everyone to enjoy the sun safely. As students spend more time outdoors, please ensure they are equipped with essentials like non-aerosol sunscreen, a hat, and a water bottle to stay hydrated and protected. Let’s make the most of these sunny days while keeping our health and safety a top priority!
First-Time Rider Registration
STWDSTS (Transportation Consortium) has updated its website with information on the 2026-27 First-Time Rider program. The program provides first time riders and their families with an introduction to school bus riding procedures and safety. Information includes program details, locations, and a registration form. All sessions will be held on September 1, 2026. Registration Closes August 26, 2026.
Please share the attached flyer with your school community.
2026-2027 First Time Rider - English
2026-2027 First Time Rider - French
STWDSTS Summer Newsletter
Please see the attached Summer Newsletter shared on behalf of Student Transportation
STWDSTS - Summer Newsletter (English)
STWDSTS - Summer Newsletter (French)
Tick Season
As the weather becomes warmer and students spend more time outside, it felt like a good time for a tick reminder. The link below from Public Health may be helpful if you are looking for information on tick removal, identification and prevention guidance. Please feel free to share with your community as needed.
Tiny Docs by Tiny People
Kids ages 0-11 in Guelph, Wellington County nearby are invited to create a 1-2 minute documentary and submit it for a chance to be featured at the Guelph Film Festival. Please see this poster for more information.
Message from School Council:
Grade 8 Graduation Volunteer Request
We're looking for parent volunteers to help make this year's Grade 8 Graduation celebration a success! Volunteers will assist with setup, food service, monitoring snack stations, and cleanup. No experience is necessary, and even a small amount of time makes a big difference.
Volunteer opportunities include:
• Day-Before Decoration Setup (Date/Time TBD)
Assist with balloons, balloon arch assembly and graduation decorations
• Event Shift 1: 4:30 PM – 7:00 PM
Setup support, food table preparation, snack and drink organization
• Event Shift 2: 7:00 PM – 9:30 PM
Food service, monitoring snack stations, cleanup and chair stacking
Volunteers are welcome to sign up for one shift or multiple shifts. If you are interested in helping, please contact Nicole Thorneycroft at nicole.c.thorneycroft@gmail.com.
Thank you for helping us celebrate our graduating Grade 8 students and make the evening a memorable one!"
Grade 8 Graduation Tickets – RSVP Reminder
If you haven’t already done so, please let your child’s homeroom teacher know how many graduation tickets you require (maximum of 4 per student). This information helps us plan accordingly, ensure enough seating for all families, and comply with the fire code capacity in the gymnasium. Thank you for your support!
Have a great week!