April 2015
VISION
To provide students with essential knowledge and skills to become the leaders of tomorrow
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Breakfast and Food For Thought (lunch)
A nutritious breakfast will be provided to all our students 5 days/week.
As well, GFS offers a free hot lunch (Food For Thought) every Monday and Friday to all our students.
DATE
Friday, April 10
Monday, April 13
Friday, April 17
MENU
Pancakes and Melon
Grilled Cheese and Apples
Goulash and Veggie Sticks
DATE
Monday, April 20
Friday, April 24
Monday, April 27
MENU
Mini Pizzas and Caesar Salad
Pancakes and Melon
Grilled Cheese and Apples
Food For Thought and Pizza order forms for May will be coming home Monday, April 27 and will be due back
Wednesday April 29. Please send in the correct change for pizza orders. It is very difficult to try and make change and
see that it gets returned to the correct child.
Canteen –Our canteen continues to run on Tuesday and Thursday at lunchtime. All items are going to cost $0.50. The
following items will be available: cheese strings, yogurt tubes, granola bars, fruit to go bars, Go Go Squeezes (apple
sauce), drinking boxes (100% juice), water & chocolate milk.
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The school theme for the month of March was “Confidence”. The theme for the month of April is “Appreciating
Differences”.
Our STAR Citizens for the month of February who demonstrated “Responsibility” were:
K/1 – Oliver
1 – Waters
2 – Heffernan
4 – Doiron
Chantel Bourque
Terri-Lynn Ford
Jacob Stackhouse
Kailynn Munro
K – Clark/Gaines
1/2 – Sen
3 – LeBlanc
5 – Taylor
Lila Smith
Peter Flanagan
Liam Phillips
Noah Burns
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The “Books for Bikes” program continues at Glen Falls School. In late May 2015, Hibernia #3 Lodge of Free and
Accepted Masons of the Grand Lodge of New Brunswick will oversee the draw of a girl and boys name drawn from a
ballot box in each of grades 1 to 5. The student’s role is to simply read books and submit a ballot with their name and
the title of the book read. There is no limit to the amount of ballots a student may submit, but only one ballot per book
read is allowed. Keep up the great reading for a chance to win a bike!
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PSSC – Our next PSSC meeting will be held April 21, 2015 at 7:00 in the Library.
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We are in the process of reorganizing our school library. If there is anyone who would like to volunteer to help with this
project, please contact our Community Schools Coordinator, Mrs. Nylen at 647-1224.
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Congratulations to all students who took part in the Kangaroo Math Competition on Sunday March 29 th. A good time
was had by all!
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Please make sure your children are properly dressed for the weather. Hats, Mitts, Coats, Boots and Snow pants should
be worn or brought to school every day as we go outside for recess when the weather permits.
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Looking to meet a new friend or hang out with your peers? Come join us Monday-Thursday from 6pm-8pm at the Forest
Glen Community Centre located in the back of Forest Hills school. Every night we have activities going on from Gym
games, arts and crafts, board games and more! The Y bus picks up at 14 Reading Cres at 5:45 and drops them off for
8pm (once waivers are signed) every Tuesday and Wednesday Night. We also run Saturdays from 10:30-3 this includes
gym time, arts and crafts and a cooking class. If you want more information please call Heather @ 658-2816.
All programs are free!
MONTHLY NUTRITION TIP!
Top 5 Energy-Boosting Foods:
1. Quinoa - Quinoa is member of the goosefoot family, and is technically a seed, though it is often referred to as a grain.
Quinoa is quick cooking (15-20 minutes) and makes the perfect base for salads, side dishes and morning porridge. As
quinoa is gluten-free, protein-rich and easy to digest, it’s considered an ideal endurance food.
2. Kale - The Mother of all dark, leafy greens, kale is a hearty vegetable that’s chock full of antioxidants, vitamins and
minerals. It also contains chlorophyll, which enables plants to receive energy from the sun. When you eat kale (and
other dark green veggies) you absorb and assimilate this natural, vital energy.
3. Almonds - High in healthy fats and protein, as well as vitamin E, magnesium and potassium, almonds (especially raw
almonds) are great for snacking. They also add crunch and flavor to salads, cereals and porridge. Pre- or post- workout,
almonds provide the satiation and nutrition you need to keep you going!
4. Apples - Research has suggested that an apple can be more effective in providing a boost of energy than a cup of
coffee! That’s because apples contain natural sugars. When eaten in their whole form, apples also contain fiber, which
slows down the absorption of sugar, providing a slow, sustainable release of energy.
5. Lemons - Toxins are everywhere and a toxic overload can cause fatigue, acne and serious illnesses. But lemons can
help you kick those babies to the curb and reclaim your energy—and your health. Renowned for their healing powers,
lemons flush toxins, alkalize the blood and support the immune system and liver.
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Important Dates
April 3 – NO SCHOOL (Good Friday)
April 6 – NO SCHOOL (Easter Monday)
April 12 – Glen Falls Stars Hockey Closing Banquet – 11am-2pm Holiday Inn Express
April 20 – CANCELLED Professional Learning Day for Staff – ALL STUDENTS ATTEND CLASSES
April 21 – PSSC Meeting
April 30 – NO SCHOOL (NBTA Meetings)
May 1 – NO SCHOOL (Provincial Council Day)
May 6 – Kindergarten Orientation Day (NO SCHOOL for current Kindergarten Students)
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MISSION
At Glen Falls Elementary School we are committed to providing a positive, safe learning and working environment.
Students are supported in their individual development to become well-rounded, productive, responsible citizens
and lifelong learners. We enable students to attain the knowledge and skills to thrive in the 21st century,
including communication, collaboration and independence. Recognizing that it takes a community to raise a child,
we value our partnerships with parents, businesses and other community members. Together we celebrate our
successes.
At
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School Motto
Glen Falls School we are shooting for the
Safe
Team Spirit
At My Best
Responsible Citizens
Shooting for Success
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Attention Students: Please have your parent sign this form and return to your teacher for a chance to win a prize!
Name: ___________________________________________ Teacher: ________________________________
Parent signature: ________________________________________
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Home & School Survey
We are investigating the possibility of creating a Home & School Committee at the school. We are wondering if there
would be enough of an interest to make it viable. Could you kindly answer the following questions and return them to
the school.
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Would you be interested in joining the Home & School? Yes No
Would you be willing to come to a monthly meeting? Yes No
Would you be interested in volunteering at the school on a regular basis? Yes No
Would you be interested in volunteering for special occasions? Yes No
Would you be interested in helping with fundraising? Yes No