Here are a few important dates to help get you through November.
Nov 5th - Parent council fun night. 6:30 pm Dinner, 7:00 pm Family Fun
Nov 7th - Pizza Lunch and Pajama Day
Nov 10th- Parent Council meeting in the Library(7:30pm)
Nov 11th- Remembrance Day.If you Plan to attend please be in the gym by 10:30am
Nov 12th- Photo Retake day 1:00 pm - 3:00pm and Grade 8 High School Info Night
7:00pm in the Gym
Nov 21st - Sharing Assemblies
Nov 25th- Grade Three EQAO Presentation( 6-7 pm in the library)
Nov 26th- Nearly Lear Presentation for Grades 6,7 and 8 in the gym
Nov 27th - Author Visit for the Grade 1 and 2
FYI - As the weather begins to change we will start to providing the grade 7 and 8s with tables
in the lunchroom
FYI - Cold Weather at Lunch and Recess!
Making the Best of Winter Weather. School Principals are often asked how we decide whether it’s too cold to allow our students out in the schoolyard for recess. Fresh air and exercise are important for children. It keeps them physically fit, and helps them stay alert all through the school day. Parents can help by making sure their children come to school prepared to spend time outdoors. Hats, mitts, boots and a warm jacket are important to keep students comfortable during lunch and recess.But extreme cold can be dangerous, and parents want to know that their children will be safe. When the temperature is predicted to drop below -15C, the City of Toronto may declare a cold weather alert. Schools are very sensitive to the needs of our students and pay close attention to the weather, especially when the windchill is below -20 C.The TDSB Severe Weather Protocol is flexible, so that every principal can make a decision that meets the needs of his or her school. It sets guidelines for when to allow students outside for recess, when to make out-door breaks shorter, and when to keep students inside altogether. Canadian winters can be wonderful but when the weather is cold, school staff keep one eye on the thermometer and the other on the needs of our students – a perfect balance of fun and safety. Find out more at www.tdsb.on.ca/communications/severeweather.htm
Once again if you have any questions or concerns please do not hesitate to contact me @ 416 394 7890 ex 20011
