Newsletter
A MESSAGE FROM THE PRINCIPAL
Winter is certainly upon us and it’s cold out there! It has become a tradition at Victory to embrace our great Canadian winter weather and celebrate it with a Winter Carnaval. Unfortunately, this is not likely to take place this year, but it is a great opportunity for our students to engage in outdoor …
Pediculosis (Head Lice)
Winter weather often brings along an increase in the number of reported cases of pediculosis (head lice) and this year is no different across the city. Regularly checking your child for nits or lice is one of the best ways to avoid them spreading. If you find lice in your child’s hair, we highly …
Concussion Outside of School Hours
A concussion is a type of brain injury that changes the way the brain normally works. It can affect a student’s performance in both school work and physical activities. Rest is very important after a concussion because it helps the brain heal. While a child has a suspected or diagnosed concussion, full participation in …
UGConnect Mobile App
Stay connected to your school with UGConnect
UGConnect is an easy way for parents/guardians to stay connected to their child’s school. It’s a one-stop resource for parents to find important information about their child’s school and the school board.
UGConnect has a number of handy features, including up-to-date information about school news, event calendars, and school …
New to Canada
Immigration Services in Guelph Wellington offer many great programs for our newcomer families. If you know of a family that may benefit from this please pass the link along.
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Safe Arrival Program
If your child is going to be away, please phone the school at 519-822-6931 and let us know, stating the reason for absence. Please remember that if a student is too ill to participate in the outdoor recess sessions, he/she should not be attending school that day.
Allergies
The issue of students with allergies and anaphylaxis (severe reactions to allergies) has been a concern in schools for many years. Some allergic reactions can be mild, while others can be life-threatening if appropriate measures are not taken promptly. Our Victory community has been very supportive in helping all students have a safe and …
Term 1 Report Cards
Report cards will be going home with students on February 18, 2021 .
MENTAL HEALTH AND WELL-BEING RESOURCES ~PARENT SURVEY
Please see below some information from our School Council Chair, Jason McAlister:
Good afternoon,
Please see the link below to a survey from our Mental Health Lead, Jenny Marino. Jenny is looking for input and feedback on supports and resources she can provide for parents and guardians across the system related to Mental Health and Well-being. …
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Goodbye and Hello
It is with sadness that on Thursday of this week we say goodbye to Mme Schuster as she completes the coverage of Mme di Rijcke’s maternity leave. We will miss Mme Schuster and the quiet and gentle way she has with students and her well organized …