Island Lake Public School

We’re only a few weeks away from February, which is Black History Month. Black History Month is a time when people across Canada learn about and honour the history, achievements, and contributions of Black Canadians and their communities. Throughout the month, we will celebrate Black excellence, learn from history, and reflect on how we can continue to act, today and into the future. We’ll start with a look at the Canadian perspective, then throughout February we’ll dig into the work being done in the UGDSB.

#BlackHistoryMonth #BHMCanada #BlackBrilliance

ICYMI: The Upper Grand District School Board Before and/or After School Program (BASP) survey is now open to parents and guardians. Please visit the board website for more information: https://www.ugdsb.ca/article/13197

Snow outside? That’s snow problem! Join in the celebration of Winter Walk/Wheel Day on February 4, 2026. Find activities and resources here: https://ontarioactiveschooltravel.ca/winter-walk-day/ #WinterWalkDay

ICYMI - Kindergarten Registration is happening January 6th to January 30th, 2026 until 4 p.m. The 4 p.m. deadline on January 30th is for French Immersion applications only. Learn more about Kindergarten Registration on the board website. https://www.ugdsb.ca/kindergarten

Information for elementary and secondary parents/guardians: January 29-30, 2026, PA Days: https://www.ugdsb.ca/article/13263

Don’t hibernate, celebrate! #WinterWalkDay is happening on February 4, 2026. Grab your family and friends for the #JourneyOutside this winter! Learn more: https://ontarioactiveschooltravel.ca/winterwalk-day/

ICYMI: Kindergarten registration within the Upper Grand District School Board for the 2026-2027 school year opened January 6 for both English and French Immersion. A reminder that the on-time window for French Immersion applications is January 30th at 4pm. Get more info at ugdsb.ca/kindergarten

Island Lake Public School is hiring Lunch and Recess Supervisors We are looking for caring, energetic individuals to join our team as full-time or occasional lunch supervisors. This role involves supervising students during two nutrition breaks (10:30–11:10 and 12:50–1:30), both in the lunchroom and outdoors. Occasional positions are available for those who can fill in when needed. A criminal record check with vulnerable sector screening is required. If you’d like to be part of a great school community, contact Shan Robertson, Vice Principal, at 519-941-3292.

Today is another inclement weather day (no buses). If your child is a walker and will be absent, please call the school to let us know. If your child rides the bus and will be dropped off at school, please make sure you make arrangements for them to be picked up at 3:10. Let the office know if it is another parent or family member doing the pick up. End of day can be busy, please be patient as we call students down to be picked up. Do not park on the tarmac area (yard) by the portables when picking up your child. Thank you!

Due to inclement weather, UGDSB Community Use of Schools is cancelled tonight (January 6, 2026) in ALL zones.

The Upper Grand District School Board Before and/or After School Program (BASP) survey is now open to parents and guardians. Please visit the board website for more information: https://www.ugdsb.ca/article/13197

Kindergarten registration within the UGDSB for the 2026-2027 school year is now open for both English and French Immersion. The registration period is January 6 to 30th, 2026. Get more info at ugdsb.ca/kindergarten

Don’t forget that Kindergarten Registration opens TOMORROW (January 6th). The FI on-time application window closes January 30 at 4 p.m. Learn more on the board website. https://www.ugdsb.ca/kindergarten

Welcome back students and staff! This month for Wellness Works we will be exploring strategies to cope with stress. Learn more on the board website: https://www.ugdsb.ca/article/13088

Classes for students resume on Monday January 5, 2026. Happy Winter Break UG!

Kindergarten Registration for next year is opening in January! Learn more about the Kindergarten Program and the UGDSB: https://www.elorafergustoday.com/spotlight/upper-grand-district-school-board-kindergarten-a-caring-start-for-every-child-11624698

Is your child starting kindergarten in September 2026? Kindergarten registration for the 2026-2027 school year opens January 6th and runs until January 30th at 4 p.m. Learn more: https://www.ugdsb.ca/kindergarten

Poinsettias are available for pick up in the front lobby of the school today between 6-7pm.

Just a reminder that school council meat orders are available for pick up today until 6pm.

ICYMI - Kindergarten registration for the 2026-2027 school year opens January 6th and runs until January 30th at 4 p.m. https://www.ugdsb.ca/kindergarten