As we welcome the arrival of May, it is wonderful to see the vibrant energy returning to our school grounds. Parkinson Centennial is currently buzzing with activity, and both our staff and students are looking forward to an engaging month filled with meaningful learning opportunities and community events.
May 4-8, PCPS will be recognizing Mental Health Week. Our CYC Bree will be hosting activities, along with staff that promote wellness all throughout the week. Please see the schedule above.
Thursday’s theme is Belong Together: Strengthening Connection, and this coincides beautifully with our Community Wellness Event. Parkinson Centennial families are invited to join the School Council and staff on Thursday, May 7th from 5:00 to 7:00 PM for our Family Wellness Open House. This evening will focus on strategies and tools we can all use to care for our wellness, including Zumba, art, connecting to nature, mindfulness, and positive affirmations. Community partners will be in attendance to share information and families will be invited to have a picnic in the backyard. Don’t forget to order pizza to picnic by end of day on Tuesday, May 5th!
Playground update:
Unfortunately at this time, our Playground remains closed as a result of our inspection. We will work with the UGDSB board staff to complete repairs and ensure safe equipment before re-opening.
Save the date:
Words Matter Day - May 20 - PCPS will be recognizing Words Matter Day. Words Matter Day is an initiative, often celebrated in May or as part of ongoing campaigns, designed to highlight the power of language in fostering respect, empathy, and inclusion in schools and communities. It promotes using positive language to create a chain reaction of kindness while addressing and reducing harmful or discriminatory language
💙 Supporting Families
Explore these free resources:
Dufferin Parent Support Network – Parenting workshops & peer support -Please check out https://www.dpsn.ca/ for free parenting workshops. The Dufferin Parenting Support Network is a great organization of parents supporting parents.
DCAFS Behaviour Solutions – Services & events for families : Please see the link for some different workshops and events: https://behavioursolutions.dcafs.on.ca/events/
Caregiver Series: Creating Connection & Supporting Transitions – More info coming soon!
📅 Upcoming Dates
May 4 - 8 - Portable Dental Clinic
May 4-8 Mental Health and Education Week
May 7 - Community Building Mental Health and Wellness Night - 5-7
May 8 - Dance-a-thon
May 5 - June 9 EQAO
May 13 - School Council - Virtual and JK Orientation Evening
May 20 - Gr. 7 Vaccine Clinic & Words Matter Day
May 29 - Bike Roadeo
June 9 - School Council - Virtual
June 22 - Grade 8 Grad
June 25 - Last Day of School