May Principal’s Message
Hello Norwood Park Families,
Here we are at the end of May! We have been enjoying the warmer, sunnier days and we know that summer is just around the corner.
As we wait for direction from the Ministry of Education and HWDSB to learn what our last month of school will look like, there is a lot to talk about as we enter our last month of the 2020-2021 school year.
Vice Principal Announcement
It is with mixed emotions I am announcing Mme Giles is moving on to the next stage in her leadership journey effective September 1, 2021.
Mme Giles has been dedicated to supporting two schools throughout an incredibly challenging year. She has worked to ensure student well-being and success. Mme Giles’ contributions to our school and community have been most appreciated and we will miss her.
We wish Mme Giles all the best as she joins Lawfield Elementary school as their Vice Principal this fall.
Norwood Park will be welcoming Mme Miscas as our new Vice Principal effective September 1, 2021. Mme Miscas comes to us from Lawfield Elementary School. We look forward to welcoming her to Norwood Park in September.
Grade 8 Graduation
While we are awaiting direction from the Ministry of Education and the board to finalize all the details, we can share that we will be celebrating the graduation of our grade 8s on Monday, June 21st.
This celebration will include a virtual presentation that can be shared and watched with families. Our grade 8 teachers will be sharing more information with our students and families in the next two weeks.
Remote Learning Program for 2020-2021 Registration Deadline
HWDSB is offering remote learning for elementary students in 2021-22 as an option for families concerned about the COVID-19 pandemic as directed by the Ministry of Education.
You can select elementary remote learning for 2021-22 on the Parent Portal.
This form is open from 9 a.m. Thursday, May 13 to 11:59 p.m. Tuesday, June 1.
By default, students will be considered in-person learners unless you log into the Parent Portal and select the Remote Learning Option. If you are having trouble seeing the form in the Parent Portal, or cannot log in, please contact the school office by email or phone and our office staff can assist you.
For full details on the Remote Learning Program for September 2021-2022, please visit the HWDSB’s blog.
Summer Skill Builder Program for grades 6 and up
Registration is open for the Summer Skill Builder Non-Credit programs for all students grade 6 and up.
These real-time learning programs focus on foundational literacy and numeracy skills, Learning at Home strategies, the HUB and MS Teams.
Students are encouraged to expand their learning beyond the virtual class time by exploring your home, yard, and neighbourhood to complete activities.
Any student enrolled in an Ontario publicly funded school in Grades 6 to 12 during the 2020-2021 school year are eligible to attend for FREE.
Registrations close May 31st!
Visit the HWDSB’s Continuing Education site for more information, course schedules and to register!
Summer Reach Ahead Program for Grade 8s going into Grade 9 in September
The Summer Reach Ahead Program is designed for Grade 8 students starting Grade 9 in September 2021. This program allows students to take one or both of their compulsory “Civics” and/or “Careers” half credit courses during the summer.
Participating students can start high school with up to one credit toward graduation already complete!
The program dates are July 5 to 15 (Civics), July 16 to 28 (Careers) – Students can take either course or both courses.
Registrations close May 31st.
Visit the website for full information or to register.
Mark Your Calendars
Mark your calendars for these upcoming events:
- June 1st – Deadline for Remote Learning Registration for September 2021 in Parent Portal
- June 4th – PD Day – no school for students
- June 21st – Grade 8 Graduation Celebration
- June 24th – Report cards go home electronically
- June 29th – Last day of school
Have a great weekend!
Mme Moules,
Principal
Updated on Friday, May 28, 2021.