Hello Arbour Vista families,
A big thank you to our School Council and parent volunteers who come on Friday to support our dance-a-thon. A lot of hard work goes into these events. Thank you for all that you do!
No School Monday October 26, 2026
Monday October 26th, 2026 is a Professional Activity Day for staff. There is no school for students. We will see students on Tuesday.
Picture Day
Picture Day is on October 28! Put on your favourite outfit and wear your biggest smile. We can't wait to see all those smiling faces!
Please note that students attending the Intermediate Soccer Tournament may have their photo taken before departing for the tournament or choose to have their photo taken on retake day.
The Nightingale Centre For Grieving Children, Youth, and Families
The Nightingale Centre For Grieving Children, Youth, and Families is planning a conversation Thursday October 29th at the Italian Canadian Club in Guelph from 7-9pm. Families can join for an opportunity to talk with others about the impact grief has had on them and the young people in their lives. They will have a panel of folks with lived experience sharing their experience and learnings at the event.
Here is the Link to Register. Forever Changed - Invitation Flyer
Bikes and Scooters
Please be mindful when riding bikes or scooters, including motorized models, near the school. We have had several close calls involving pedestrians on sidewalks and walkways. For everyone's safety, riders are expected to dismount and walk their bikes or scooters while on school property. Thank you for helping keep our school community safe.
Halloween
Our school will celebrate Halloween on October 30th with a costume dress-up day and/or black and orange attire. We kindly ask parents to consider the comfort and practicality of the costumes, as students will be wearing them all day. If your child chooses to wear a costume, please have them come to school in it. Additionally, it’s a good idea to have regular clothes on hand, as they may need to change part way through the day. Your child’s teacher will communicate any class-specific activities as needed.
If your child(ren) will not be participating in Halloween, please inform their teacher, and alternate activities will be provided.
Please see the attached messaging from the UGDSB in regards to choosing a Halloween Costume with Care and Respect. Letter to UGDSB parents
Free Webinar: Supporting Grieving Teens
We have been asked to share the following Webinar, “Supporting Grieving Teens” with families. It will take place on Thursday October 29 from 12:30-1:30 and is free of charge. For registration, please Register Here .
Crosswalk Reminders
Thank you for taking the time to model safe crosswalk use in the parking lot with your child. This greatly helps us prevent students from walking between vehicles, which can lead to unsafe situations. Your support in reinforcing this safety habit is truly appreciated.
Late Arrivals
Teachers begin attendance immediately upon entering the school. If your child arrives at school after the bell, please have your son/daughter enter through the front doors to pick up a late slip, as the office will register their attendance.
Accessibility & Equity
There may be times throughout the year when we ask parents to send in money to cover the cost of field trips, pizza, special events, etc. We understand that for some families, these funds may cause financial hardship. We never want a child to miss out due to financial hardship. If you are ever in this situation, please contact the school prior to the order deadline, and we will make arrangements.
Student Absences and Pick Ups
Thank you for notifying the school when you need to pick up your child for an appointment. Students will not be called down until the parent has arrived and are in the main office. As the office is particularly busy at the end of the day, if you need to pick up your child after the bell (2:40pm)or have a special request for dismissal, please call the office before 2:20 p.m. to ensure the message is received and communicated in a timely manner.
As a reminder, all absences, late arrivals, and early departures must be reported through the office, not just the classroom teacher. This helps us maintain accurate attendance records and ensures the safety of all students. Thank you for your cooperation and support.
Grade 7 Vaccines
Vaccinations for Grade 7 students will take place on October 30 and will be administered by Public Health nurses.
Grade 7 families have been provided with electronic information about the vaccination program, along with the required online consent form. The information and link to the consent has been posted on the school website under the Resources tab for easy access.
Have a fabooolous week!