Weekly Reminders…
Just a few weekly reminders this wonderful Wednesday…
Thursday, February 18th
* Report cards go home
* Nutrition Program for Grades 1 – 5
* Mad Science begins for those who are registered (3:15 – 4:15 p.m.)
* Ukulele lessons begin for those who are registered (3:15 – 4:00 p.m.)
Book Swap
Earl Kitchener families, do we want to have a Book Swap again this May to raise money for the Earl Kitchener library? If so, we need the commitment of several families to help run the event. We need people to sign up for the following:
– collect, sort, and store books at the school at least every other day;
– solicit book donations from other sources such as Ryerson School and local high schools. This would be perfect for a family with older children;
– set up for the book swap a couple of days before the event; and
– clean up after the event and donate unswapped books.
Without volunteers to do the above tasks, we will be unable to run the Swap. Please email [email protected] before February 26th to volunteer. If there is not enough interest, we will be unable to run the event.
Friendly Reminder
Just a friendly reminder to please be aware of students in and around the school yard and ensure there is a clear path to and from the school. It is also imperative to be respectful of surrounding neighbours by ensuring we do not block the sidewalks or driveways. Your cooperation is greatly appreciated by all.
REMINDER: Popcorn for Purchase Online Now Available
Online! Online! Online! You can now purchase your child’s “Toonie Popcorn Tuesday” popcorn online through School Cash Online effective immediately. Please note that for the month of February, you can purchase popcorn with BOTH cash or online; however, for March, popcorn sales are ONLY available online. Don’t miss out! Get connected to School Cash Online for your child’s popcorn today!
Earl Kitchener School Grounds Survey – Open Until Sunday, February 21st
We need your ideas and opinions about how we play! We are interested in your opinion on the Earl Kitchener (EK) playground and surrounding property. The EK Parent Council and Sub Committee for School Grounds Renewal are seeking input from EK parents, staff, and neighbours to help inform future playground repair and revitalization decisions. Students will be engaged in an initiative in school to get ideas too. Please share your ideas and opinions with us by completing this survey. It takes approximately 10 minutes to complete. Your answers will remain anonymous, and a summary of survey results will be made available on the EK School website. Here is the link: https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/ekschoolgroundssurvey
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French Immersion Information Sessions
Families across the Hamilton are being invited to learn more about French Immersion as an option for their child. Because every student is unique in their learning, Hamilton-Wentworth District School Board staff provides programs that help all students reach their full potential. French Immersion is one such program. French Immersion is a proven way of acquiring excellent French language skills. At HWDSB, French Immersion is specifically designed for parents who do not speak French, but want their children to speak both official languages. The program is open to all students in Hamilton-Wentworth starting in Grade 1. Families can attend an information session to learn about French Immersion as an option for their child:
Information Session for A.M. Cunningham and Glen Echo parents
6:30 to 7:30 p.m. Wednesday, February 3 at A.M. Cunningham (100 Wexford Ave. S., Hamilton)
Information Session for Norwood Park, Lawfield, Michaelle Jean and Fessenden parents
6:30 to 7:30 p.m. Tuesday, February 16 at Norwood Park (165 Terrace Drive, Hamilton)
Information Session for Dundana, Guy Brown, Earl Kitchener and Cootes Paradise parents
6:30 to 7:30 p.m. Wednesday, February 24 at Dundana (23 Dundana Ave., Dundas)
Parents may choose to attend the location and date most convenient for them. If you can’t attend an information session, you can learn more by contacting the principal at one of our French Immersion elementary schools, or by contacting the French as a Second Language (FSL) Consultant at 905-527-5092 ext. 2653 or [email protected]. You can also learn about French Immersion and other programs for elementary students at hwdsb.on.ca/fi or by talking to your principal.
DRAFT School Year Calendar Survey
Every year, school boards across Ontario must submit school year calendars to the Ministry of Education. According to Regulation 304, school boards must develop a school year calendar for elementary and secondary schools that includes 194 school days (including seven Professional Activity Days) between September 1 and June 30 with up to 10 days designated as examination days for secondary schools. Currently, HWDSB is involved in the process of developing its calendars (Elementary and Secondary) for the 2016 – 2017 school year. In line with other school districts within our area, HWDSB is planning for a modified December winter break that places the last day for students prior to the break on Friday, December 23rd, 2016, with students returning to school on Monday, January 9th, 2017. We are seeking public input regarding the DRAFT calendars (Elementary and Secondary) and would appreciate your participation in this survey. It should take about five minutes to complete. You can fill out the survey on-line at www.hwdsb.on.ca/feedback, or by printing off the attached hard copy and mailing it to: Hamilton-Wentworth District School Board, Attention: Dr. Rossana Bisceglia or Ann McKerlie (E-BEST), PO Box 2558, Hamilton, Ontario L8N 3L1. Please complete this survey by 4:00 PM on February 25th, 2016. All mailed surveys must be received by this date. (Please see attached for survey and DRAFT calendars.)
Have a GREAT day!
Updated on Wednesday, February 17, 2016.