March 2024 News
Hi Everyone!
We have had an exciting February with plenty of learning and extra curricular activities! Guelph Storm players came to visit and read! We have had Chess clubs, Basketball,, our announcers doing the land acknowledgement and celebrating Black Brilliance, Black Futures! We have also had great support in raising money through the Chocolate Bar campaign.
Thanks to all of the effort put in by staff and our parent/caregiver volunteers to support rich learning for our students!
We continue to emphasize daily the importance of being KIND and also using the “No, Go, Tell” strategy when someone is being unkind or mean, when there is conflict (good learning opportunities for social skills), or bullying.
Here is how students are taught to use the “NO, GO, TELL” strategy. When someone is doing something unkind – say “No! I don’t like that!”. If the problem continues, use GO – walk away, find another place to play. If this does not work, TELL a trusted adult – the teacher or the yard duty supervisor (when outside). Using this strategy supports self advocacy and the development of social skills in our children. Ask your child about this strategy and how they use it at school and how it can be used at home or in the community!
Ramadan Mubarak to all of those observing!
Many students, families and staff in the UGDSB and worldwide are observing Ramandan, during this 9th month of the Islamic calendar.
A multifaith prayer space is available in Taylor Evans School. The location of the prayer space is indicated with signage on the rotunda windows in the front foyer. The location of the prayer space at Taylor Evans PS is directly inside the front doors in the “Intermediate Lunchroom”. Our Prayer space is equipped with carpets to aid in comfort. Please have your child talk to their teacher about accessing the space!
If students are fasting and do not want to be in their classroom during eating times, they can come to the Learning Commons (Library) and then go outside.
Some staffing notes:
Mrs. Coniglio is currently on leave and Ms. West is maintaining the grade 3 program along with Ms. Adamo who is in for Ms. Cass in the grade 3/4 class.
YEARBOOK!
Just a quick reminder that if you haven’t had the opportunity the link for your child to NOT be in the yearbook this year is below.
Info:
Cost $ 15.00
48 colour pages
Can only order through school cash online.
Orders must be placed by FRIDAY, MAY 17, 2024
Will be delivered the last week of school (if not sooner)
Yearbook Revocation Link (Please use if you do not want your child included in the yearbook pictures)
SUPPORTING CAREGIVERS WITH MATH AT HOME
REMINDER: Caregivers have access to the UGDSB Games and Activities that Support Mathematical Thinking website. This website includes information about mindsets for math and the importance of math play, as well as games for Primary, Junior & Intermediate-aged children. This website can be found on the Parent Involvement Committee site.
Ken Keesmaat John Lindsay
Principal Vice Principal
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