November 1-5
Treaties Recognition Week
This week our students are learning about treaty awareness and understanding that a treaty is a promise. They are learning about their important roles and responsibilities to create a better future for everyone including land, water, sky and everything living in the world!
Playground Equipment Closed
As of November 1st each year the playground equipment at UGDSB schools is closed for the season. When climbers are wet there is a much greater chance of students slipping and getting hurt. Please don’t let your child play on the equipment before or after school. I’d like to thank-you in advance for your assistance in this area.
Storm Tickets
There will be a draw for two students to win 2 tickets the the Nov. 12th Storm Game. Stay tuned for our lucky winners.
Lunchroom Supervisor
We are in need of a lunchroom supervisor to hep during snack time and recess for 1 hour three times a week. If you are interested, please send an email to Ms. Anderson at [email protected].
UnLearn Activity
Here is our UnLearn Poster that we worked on last month
Dress for the Weather
We like to go outdoors for both recesses everyday whether the sun is shining or not. Please dress for the weather and send in extra socks and mittens to ensure our fingers and toes stay dry and warm. Just a reminder that if a child is well enough to be at school then they are well enough to go outside for recess.
Bully Prevention
Did you know that in the majority of cases, bullying stops within 10 seconds when peers intervene or don’t support the bullying behavior?
The Upper Grand District School Board takes all incidents of bullying seriously. That’s why we developed an online bullying reporting tool. Report Bullying gives students and parents 24/7 access for reporting bullying. You don’t have to identify yourself – just your school – and your message gets sent directly to your school Principal for follow-up. We will follow up on your report.
You’ll find the Report Bullying button on our school’s website and the board’s website.
If your child is the victim of bullying or sees bullying behavior at school, please encourage him/her to speak with someone at school or use the Report Bullying tool. For more information, contact Ms. Anderson at the school at 519-822-6931 ext. 223.
First Nation, Metis, Inuit Self-Identification
If your child is a member of a First Nation, the Métis or the Inuit, then please consider having him or her self-identify.
Self-identification helps in several ways:
- Students will have access to more culturally relevant programming and opportunities for unique cultural and academic experiences.
- The school system will have an opportunity to focus efforts and resources, as well as an increased awareness of the diverse needs of indigenous families.
- The school community will have an opportunity for building relationships to increase student success and wellbeing.
Share your pride in your heritage!
Please notify the office arrange to get a card that can be filled in and submitted if you wish to self-identify.
Data will be protected and governed by the Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act.
Daylight Savings Time
On Sunday, November 7 at 2:00 a.m., we return to Eastern Standard Time. Remember to turn your clocks back one hour and enjoy that extra sleep!
Remembrance Day Assembly
We are having our virtual Remembrance Day assembly on November 11th at 11:15 a.m. in the gym.
We will also be collecting money for poppies beginning right after Halloween. Thank you in advance for your donations.
Picture Retake Day-Wednesday, November 17th
Our picture retake day will be taking place on Wednesday November 17th. Your child will receive a picture retake form if you send a note to your child’s teacher indicating that you would like your child’s picture to be retaken.
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