Jazz - June 17, 2019

AT A GLANCE INFORMATION

Lost and Found: 

As we approach the end of the school year we are looking to find homes for the large amount of items in our lost and found bins. Please encourage your child to look in the bins for personal belongings. They will soon be cleaned out and donated to a local organization. Items will be on display until Thursday, June 20th. If you are in the school, please take some time to search through the bins as well.

Last Day of School: 

Please read the information in the newsletter regarding the last day of school and early dismissal on this day.

Library Books: 

Please return all Library books as soon as possible. Mrs. Dart needs everyone’s cooperation so that she can finish organizing the library before the summer break.

Report Cards: 

Report cards will be coming home on June 27th, the last day of school.

OSCAR PETERSON: STUDENT NEWS: 06/17/19

The school year is almost over and summer is near! All signed out library books from the school library had to be returned on the 12th. There is no charge for overdue library books, but if a book is lost, you must pay a fine or re-purchase the books for the school. 

This week we had many of Oscar Peterson’s students compete in track and field Area Meet. Congratulations to all of our athletes, especially those who made it to regionals. Regionals will be on Wednesday, June 19th for those who made it. 

On Wednesday the grade eights are going on their end of year graduation trip to downtown Toronto! Have fun! 

Our Grade 1 classrooms are alive with butterflies, chicks and ducks. Students have been learning about the life cycle of these insects and animals, as well as learning how to care for them appropriately. The cute factor is over the top!

The Junior Lego Robotics club wrapped up a successful season this Friday. The grade 4 and 5 engineers and programmers learned lots and had a blast. They are ready for next year's competition! Well done students! Thank you to the group of dedicated grade 8 students whose countless volunteer hours made this club possible!

LIBRARY LEARNING COMMONS:

Summer Reading Opportunites 

Reading with YRDSB 

1. Use the link below
2. Enter into the YRDSB Library
3. Students use their student number to sign in each time

www.soraapp.com

The winning school with the most read books wins a tablet for he LCC!

The Whitchurch Stouffville Public Library came for a visit to explain their reading program an events offered at the library this summer. Check out the link below for more info. 

Summer Reading Program Events at the library

LIBRARY BOOKS

At this time, all library books should be back in. We have some outstanding accounts at this time. If your child has a book please return it at your earliest convenience. If the book us lost please send in a replacement or please check the fine amount listed on the sheet that came home with your child. 

ACTIVE TRAVEL SUMMER

Summer Is a great opportunity for your family to take a walk or cycle in your neighbourhood. It helps you and your family to get to know your neighbours, explore what's in your neighbourhood, as well as teach your children the rules of the road and how to practice safe road skills. This summer take some time to go over safe road skills with your children and remember to also practice them with your children. Here are a few skills to go over:

Walking 

1. Stay on the sidewalk. If there is no sidewalk, walk facing traffic, on the shoulder far from the road
2. Watch for cars backing out of driveways
3. Stop, Look and Listen before crossing the road
4. Look both ways when crossing the street and use crosswalks where possible
5. Stand back on the sidewalk until you are ready to cross
6. Dont use electronic devices while walking (photos, ipads, games, headphones)
7. Obey crossing guards and signs posted
8. Be visible, be alert, be aware of your surroundings 

Cycling

1. Wear a properly fitted helmet. Every cyclist under 18 years of age must wear a bike helmet
2. Air brakes chain - Check your bike tires, brakes and chain before you start riding
3. Ensure your bike has a working bell, white light or reflector at the front, and a red light or reflector at the back
4. Cross at crosswalk, if there is one. Walk beside your bike when crossing the road
5. Watch for cars backing out of driveways and turning at intersections 

When possible, walk or cycle as a family to the park, local swimming pool or store. Remember to stay hydrated by drinking plenty of water and practice sun safety - wear a bucket hat, cover, wear sunglasses, use sunscreen and stay in the shade when possible. 

Have a safe, active and happy summer!

EARLY DISMISSAL

Thursday, June 27, 2019 Early Dismissal in Elementary Schools

All schools in the York Region District School Board are committed to improving student achievement and wellbeing. On Thursday, June 27, 2019, an early release day will take place to allow elementary teachers and support staff to take part in meetings during the afternoon of that day. These meetings will allow for school staff to engage in culminating activities regarding the review and revision of the School’s Improvement Plan as well as year-end and transition activities that support student success. As has been our practice in the past, students will attend school during the morning of Thursday, June 27, 2019 only. Students will be dismissed early that day at 11:50 a.m. Arrangements will be made to ensure that students who are normally bused to and from school will receive transportation at this time. Parents/guardians whose children attend after school child care should make appropriate arrangements to address this change in schedule.

PARENT ENGAGEMENT AND NETWORK FOR CHINESE FAMILIES

Parents for Children' s Mental Health 

Monday, June 17th 

Parents' Support Group-all are welcome!

Topics Self care and parent discussion/resource sharing

Does your child's have anxiety, ADHD, mood disorders, learning disability, or behaviour challenges make parenting difficult?

Benefit of PCMH Support Group  

• Meet other parents with children who have similar challenges
• Find encouragement and emotional support
• Learn strategies to help your child or youth at home/school
• Learn how to access resources in the community 

PCMH is the only provincial, family-led, non-profit organization that provides a voice for families who face the challenges of child and youth mental health health issues. PCMH provides support, education and linage between families, communities, agencies and government. PCHM believes in the promotion of family-centred principles of care. PCMH envisions a future in which children and youth with mental illness enjoy a high quality of life in welcoming and supportive communities. For more information and resources, please visit www.pcmh.ca