Richard Beasley News – Feb 1

Days of Significance
Feb 2 – Tu Bishvat (Judaism)
Feb 2- Candlemas – Imbolc (Wiccan)

February is Black/African History Month, Chinese Heritage Month, Psychology Month

Richard Beasley Events
Feb 2 – Intramural Basketball (Gr4/5)
Feb 3 – Popcorn Day – (last day to order popcorn and pizza for week of Feb 9)
Feb 3 – Kindergarten Registration Begins
Feb 4 – Games Club (Gr2/3)
Feb 4 – Cookie Day
Feb 5 – Pizza Day
Feb 5 – Games Club (Gr2/3)
Feb 9 – School Climate Survey Window Begins

Kindergarten Registration
Kindergarten registrations for the 2026-2027 school year begins on Feb 2, 2026. Please share this information with anyone that intends to register their children for kindergarten next school year. This is the link to kindergarten information on the HWDSB website Kindergarten Registration | Hamilton-Wentworth District School Board

School Climate Survey
Between February 9 and March 13, 2026, Grade 4 to 12 students will participate in a School Climate Survey. A School Climate Survey is required by the Ministry of Education. The school board has emailed parents/guardians of Grade 4-12 students. If you have not received the email or would like more information about the school climate survey, you can find more information here School Climate Survey | Hamilton-Wentworth District School Board

School Council Meetings Dates (Term 2) – Our School Council meetings for Term 2 will take place on the following dates: February 11, March 25, April 15, and June 3. All meetings run from 6:00 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. and are held in the Learning Commons (Library). Child‑minding is available for all sessions.

We warmly encourage parents and caregivers to attend, share their voices, and get involved in the ongoing work of our School Council. Your partnership plays an important role in shaping the learning environment and supporting our school community.

Weather-Ready Clothing – As we move through the winter months, please remember to ensure your children are dressed appropriately for the weather. Warm coats, hats, mittens, and boots help keep students comfortable and safe during outdoor time.

We’re hopeful that temperatures will be a bit milder this week so that students can enjoy fresh air and outdoor play during nutrition breaks. Your support in sending them to school prepared for changing weather conditions is greatly appreciated.