OCTOBER 2015
905-791-2333
Principal: Judy Barron
S u p e r i n t e n d e n t : M i c h a e l L o g u e , N F O 9 0 5 - 4 5 1 - 2 8 6 2 e x t. 4 3 7 0
Trustees: Carrie Andrews 647 -473-1858
Brampton Fall Fair
We had several entries that were prize
winning pieces at the fall fair this year that
were produced by Grenoble students. These
pieces of art work will be hung in the front
hall so that visitors can appreciate the skills
of our young artists. Congratulations to
these students and to Mrs. Farrow and Mrs. Kopas who coordinated this effort.
Dear Grenoble Parents and Guardians:
I would like to thank you for your understanding and cooperation as Grenoble PS went through a reorganization this fall.
Although we did not lose any staff members, one Kindergarten
class was closed, one additional combined grade class was
formed and several students moved classes as a result.
Visit us on-line at grenoble.peelschools.org/
Mrs. J. Barron, Principal
Celebrate World Teacher Appreciation Day
Monday, October 5, 2015
Since 1994, parents and students from around the
world have celebrated World Teacher Appreciation
Day to commemorate the work of teachers and their
contributions to society. On October 5, take the time to let your
child’s teacher know he or she is truly appreciated! Thank your
child’s teacher and let them know they are making a difference.
Important Dates
October 1 – Open House 6:30-7:30 PM (postponed)
October 1 - School Council Voting 7:00-8:00 pm (postponed)
October 2 – Terry Fox Run (postponed)
October 5 - World Teacher Appreciation Day
Oct. 6 – School Council Meeting 6:00-7:00 PM (postponed)
October 8 - Walk to School Day
October 12 - Thanksgiving Day – NO SCHOOL
Oct. 16 - IEPs go home (postponed)
October 21 - Bus Driver Appreciation Day
October 27 – Picture Re-take Day
October 30 – 9:05 - In-Door Dress Up Day parade– K-5
October 30 – 1:45 – Awards Assembly
Say “Thank You” to Our Bus Drivers
Peel District School Board schools will pay tribute
to bus drivers on Bus Driver Appreciation Day,
Oct. 21. The day will be celebrated with special
activities and events that provide teachers,
students and parents with an opportunity to thank
the people who safely transport 36,000 students to and from
school each day.
If your child rides the bus to school, take this opportunity to
thank the bus driver for his or her contribution an ask your child
to do so too. The Peel Board appreciates the important job bus
drivers do each school day and Oct. 21 provides an opportunity
to give these individuals the recognition they deserve.
Grenoble Breakfast Club Program (Postponed)
Grenoble PS has begun our free Breakfast
Club Program for all students from K-5. It will
include a selection of fresh fruit, vegetables,
granola bars, yogurt etc. These items will be
available to students from 8:45-9:05 AM within
their classroom as a basket of items will be delivered to the
classroom. Thank you to parents who have already signed and
returned the registration form. Please contact Ms. Smith if you
require additional information.
Get Involved in Your Child’s education
Research shows parents involvement
positively affects student success.
Becoming more involved brings many
benefits. You will be able to share your
talents, experiences and ideas. You will
show your child how much you value education. You will gain
insights that can help you to boost your child’s learning. And you
could develop skills and knowledge that can help you in your
own career.
Procedures Keep Peel Students Safe
Peel schools provide a safe environment for
students and staff to learn and work. Staff
have been trained on what to do if faced
with an emergency situation. Here are the
responses schools may take to an
emergency situation, depending on the type of threat.
A school will initiate a lockdown if there is a major incident or
threat of violence in or near the school. During a lockdown
students and staff inside the school will:
 go to the closest room, close the door and lock it, if possible
 turn off the lights and lie down on the floor away from doors
and windows
 remain on the floor quietly until further directions are given
Students and staff outside the school will:
 move as far away from the building as possible
 remain outside until further directions are given
Every school will review the key points of the lockdown
process with students. The drill is rehearsed twice per year to
make sure staff and students know what to do in the unlikely
event of a real lockdown.
The term hold & secure will be used when it is necessary to
secure the school because of a situation outside and not related
to the school. During hold & secure, classes continue normally
inside the school, with the exception that all exterior doors and
windows are locked and no one enters or exits the building
without approval from police or the school. This means
parents/guardians will not be allowed to enter the building.
The term shelter in place will be used for an environmental
or weather-related situation where it is necessary to keep
everyone within the school to protect them from an external
situation. During shelter in place, no one will be allowed to exit
the building.
being punctual and responsible, children are acquiring positive
habits about school attendance. Some other things to consider:
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By being late, children miss important social time with their
peers before school begins.
Students who are late often feel embarrassed or selfconscious.
Late arrivals can disrupt the routine of the classroom.
A last-minute rush can be stressful for the child, and get her
to school in the wrong frame of mind.
Missing even five or 10 minutes of the day can make it
harder for the student to understand the material being
taught.
Frequent absenteeism leads to gaps in a child’s skills and
knowledge base, cause the child to fall behind his peers and
hurt his self-esteem.
Too many missed school days can increase isolation, as the
child stands out from her classmates and misses
opportunities to develop socially.
Absenteeism makes it tougher for the child to develop a
good rapport with the teachers.
When Time is Ticking
Few homes run like clockwork. The morning routine,
especially, can be a mad scramble. But there are effective
strategies for getting your little one up and out the door on time.
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Time for school - A parent’s guide to regular school
attendance
Elementary school is a wonderful time in
the life of a child, a time of great strides
in learning and in social and emotional
development. Many things affect your
child’s success, from the quality of his or
her teachers, to the makeup of the class.
One of the most important factors is your
child’s regular and timely attendance.
Getting to class on time, and avoiding absences, are critical if
your child is to get the most out of school. It seems obvious but
the fact is that elementary students tend to miss and average of
eight or more school days during the year. What can you as a
parent do to help ensure your child’s proper attendance?
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Get your child to bed at a reasonable hour.
Set realistic and consistent schedules and rules at home.
Getting ready for school should be part of the child’s overall
routine, something that’s expected of him every day.
The night before school, do whatever is necessary to shave
time in the morning, such as setting out clothes, packing
lunch, and setting schoolbags at the door.
Have a set morning routine that the child can easily follow,
i.e washing hands and face, going to the bathroom,
dressing, making the bed, brushing teeth, and eating a
healthy breakfast.
Avoid any distractions that can slow the child down, like TV
or games.
If you’re running late regularly, set your alarm to get up
earlier.
Need more information?
If you have any questions regarding any of the issues raised
here about lateness or attendance, or if you’re looking for other
tips on getting your child to school, please talk to us. By working
together, we can help support a more successful school
experience for your child. Visit our website at
www.peelschools.org.
Is your child missing more? Why does attendance matter?
First, understand that getting to school–every day and on
time–matters at every level, perhaps even more so in elementary
school. That’s because important learning occurs daily, right
from the start of class. When you establish patterns early on, by
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