Nov 2nd, 2026
Good morning RCPS families! We hope you had a wonderful weekend! It is hard to believe that we are already in November! A reminder that the playground structures are now closed for the season. Please see the information below including the detailed November/December newsletter highlighting important upcoming information about Remembrance Day, progress reports, parent-teacher interviews, booking interviews, bullying prevention week and information on bullying as well as programs we have coming up. There is a lot of important information so please read carefully. November newsletter
This week is Treaties Recognition Week, and it provides an opportunity to reflect on the importance of treaties and to deepen our understanding of treaty rights, responsibilities, and relationships. It also encourages students and community members across Ontario to explore the lasting significance of treaties and their continued relevance today.
Upcoming Reminders:
Wednesday, Nov 4th Intermediate trip to River Run pm/Wellness Walk Period 5
Tuesday November 10th - School Council meeting 6:00pm - 7:00pm in the library
Wednesday November 11th Remembrance Day - - we will have an assembly at 9am, parents are welcome to join, Intermediates and band community event
We will distribute poppies to all students. Parents who wish to donate may click the attached link Donate to the Poppy Fund.
Wednesday, November 11 -Progress Reports available online. Please click on https://family.ugdsb.on.ca/ to access your child’s progress report/Wellness Walk Period 6
Thursday, Nov 12th morning- Gr 7/8 OPP social media presentation
Thursday November 19th BRAVE Anti-bullying workshops Grades 1-8
Gr 7/8 OPP presentation Nov 12 9:15am: The online safety & bullying presentation is about treating others with respect, setting healthy boundaries, and recognizing online risks such as bullying, exploitation, grooming, and scams. By understanding consent, watching for red flags, and using tools like reporting and blocking, youth can better protect themselves and others online.
Brave Bullying Prevention presentations for Grades 1-8: Nov 19th We have bullying prevention education from Brave coming in to teach students about bullying prevention and healthy relationships. We have the program in all classes from grades 1-8 to help educate our students on the importance of fostering healthy peer relationships, what bullying is and what to do if someone is feeling bullied or sees inappropriate interactions.
RCPS Fundraising Updates:
JD SWEID: JD Sweid Food orders are now posted on SchoolCashOnline. All orders are due by Sunday Nov 8th with expected delivery scheduled on Thursday Nov 26th between 3:00-5:00pm at the schools front entrance. Friendly reminder for families with siblings, please submit your order under one child’s account to assist in pickup allocation. Questions, requests for a soft copy of the order form or alternate arrangements for pick up can be made by sending an email to a member of the school council at rcpsfundraising2.0@gmail.com.
We have a great fundraiser starting this week with Dieleman’s, featuring their Holiday Collection, a festive catalogue filled with beautiful, practical, and giftable items with something for everyone! The fundraiser starts when catalogues come home this week, and it closes on Nov 23rd. Orders will arrive the week of Dec 7th. This fundraiser will support the new RCPS playground fund! We continue to build a healthy fund as we plan for a new playground. We thank you in advance as participation and generosity will help us achieve our goal. Please use our school code 7894 for our school and the following linkhttps://
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UPCOMING TREAT DAY FUNDRAISER: Our second treat day in support for our GR8 graduating class will take place on Wednesday Nov 25th. Cookies, popcorn and apple chips are all on sale for $2 each and funds raised will go toward our grade 8 graduation. The next event will be our Holiday concert and bake sale.
GR 8 Graduation Committee Updates:
GRAD HOODIES SALES HAVE CLOSED: Delivery is currently scheduled for late next week and families will be notified. If it is a gift/surprise, please let your child’s teacher know.
GRAD SLIDESHOW PHOTOS NEEDED: Don’t forget to submit a baby photo and a “first day of school” photo of your graduating student for our upcoming graduation slideshow.
GET IN TOUCH: Thank you for supporting this year’s graduating class! If you have any questions or are interested in joining the committee, please email us at rcpsgraduation@gmail.com