Good evening Mustang Families,
Last week, we had the incredible opportunity to welcome Olympian Claire, a synchronized/artistic swimmer who represented Canada at the 2024 Paris Olympics. It’s safe to say our Primary, junior and Intermediate students were truly inspired after meeting her. She was so gracious with her time, sharing videos of her team competing, showing her Pan American medal, and even allowing students to hold it and see her swimming costumes up close. One of the sweetest moments was watching some of our Junior and Intermediate students stay behind to make connections with Claire and some of our students even got autographs.
Now that the Olympics have wrapped up, we’re excited to look ahead to the Paralympics. A reminder that Andrew, decorated paralympian and world champion will be visiting us virtually on March 10th to speak with students about the Paralympics and disabilities. He will also be presenting to the School Council on March 5th at 6:00 PM. Please join us if you are able!
Important Dates:
4th: Kindergarten Fire Safety Presentations 935am-1025am
6th: School Council Meeting 6pm, Paralympian Andrew Healy talking to Council (virtual)
9th: Szabo Fire Presentation 935-1025am
10th: 115pm-215pm, Paralympian Andrew Healy Presentation (virtual)
10th: Pozinak & Ditchburn Fire Safety Presentation 935am-1025am
12th: Indigenous Speaker for kindergarten classes, Mrs. Pozinak’s class, Mrs. Christie’s class, and Mrs. Hickey’s class ( letter has been sent home with details)
13th: Dairy Farmer Presentation kindergartens 9am-940am and 940am-1020am
16th to 20th: March break.
EQAO Writing Dates for Grade 3 & 6 Students: Students in Grades 3 and 6 will be writing EQAO on:
• May 28
• May 29
• June 1
• June 2
We have very limited flexibility for makeup sessions this year, and we want to ensure that students and teachers have the full amount of time to work through the curriculum and not write too early in May. Please avoid scheduling family trips or appointments during these dates . More detailed information about EQAO will be shared with families closer to, but for now, please save these dates.
Upcoming Spirit Days:
-Friday, Feb. 27th: Board Game day! Bring in your favourite board game and enjoy game stations in your classroom.
-Wednesday, March 4th: Wear bright colours for Holi (Hindu festival of colours)
-Friday, March 13th: Wear gold and green and other accessories for St. Patrick’s Day
-Monday, March 23rd: Crossing Guard Day! Make a thank you card to show your appreciation.
-Friday, March 27th: World Water Day, Wear blue in honour of water
-Thursday, April 2nd: Raise awareness and show support! Wear red and blue, celebrate neurodiversity.
Reminders:
Free webinar series for parents/caregivers: Supporting Your Child’s Mental Health from School Mental Health Ontario:
We are excited to share a valuable opportunity to support your child’s well-being. School Mental Health Ontario is offering a free webinar series as part of the By Your Side Learning Hub, designed to help parents and caregivers navigate important topics to support their children’s mental health.
This expert-led series will provide insights and practical strategies on:
✅ balanced device use
✅ vaping
✅ body image
✅ anxiety
The webinars will also include answers to questions that parents/caregivers can provide ahead of the webinar, giving you the chance to ask questions and gain practical guidance.
📅 Sessions run March to June
English and French sessions will be offered on each topic. All webinar recordings will be uploaded to the By Your Side Learning Hub.
Milk Sales: Our wonderful Student Council continues to sell milk. The milk costs $1.25 each.
We have a great day of learning and fun planned on Friday! Have a great weekend once it gets here.
Andrea Papavasiliou, Principal