Mountain Ash Public School
February 2016
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Principal:
Craig Cooper
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Principal’s Message
Vice Principal:
Brian Rasmusson
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Superintendent:
Pat Noble
This month in our climate assembly – as we wished all staff and students a
Happy New Year – we reminded our students about the importance of
constantly improving both their character and academics through setting
goals. All students were challenged to reflect on their experiences and create
a goal (or two) that they could share with their teachers. Examples of these
goals include: “Improving my problem solving by talking about what the
words mean.”; “Improving my writing by writing more journal entries and
by practising new words.”; “Saying hello or good morning to more people”
and “Being a good friend” just to name a few. Many of our students created
and displayed their goals in French, as well! When you have a moment, ask
your child what their goal is and display it somewhere where they can see it
each day!
Recently you will have received or will be receiving either the Summary of
Progress for Kindergartens or the Report Card for Grades 1-8. I would ask
that you take a few moments to complete and return the portion on the
bottom of page 3 of the report as a reminder to your child of their goal. As
we mentioned in the assembly, “The most important part about goals is
having one!”.
I am also pleased to let you know that this year through your generous
“brick” donations – organized by our Me to We Team – we were able to
raise an additional $1500 towards Bethany Kids. In the past two years we
have donated $4500 to these kids. We are delighted to have so many caring
students and families at Mountain Ash P.S. help to make a difference in the
lives of others!
Sincerely,
Mr. C. Cooper
Principal
Carnaval
On Friday, February 19, the teachers in the French department
will be hosting a French Carnaval celebration. It will be from
1:00 pm to 2:50 pm and participation is an expectation. There
will be many activities such as building an ice castle, tug of
war, as well as a visit from our "Bonhomme". We will also
offer a snack shack where students may purchase a small
snack. Please dress warmly as all activities will be outdoors.
Over the past week, the Grade 1 students from Mrs. Domenichini’s class have been looking at
the importance of water as part of our Science inquiry. Through our research, we discovered that
nearly 1 BILLION people around the world do not have access to clean drinking water. When
the Grade 1’s presented this information to their class and Mr. Baniwal’s class, we decided we
wanted to help the people in our global community by giving the gift of clean water. Through
“Free the Children” we are hopeful to raise $250 in order to buy one family clean water for life!
The students will be organizing a samosa fundraiser in February in hopes to meet our goal. Order
forms will be sent home soon! If anyone wishes to make a separate donation that would also be
welcomed. Checks should be made out to “Mountain Ash PS”. The Peel District School Board
will issue tax receipts for donations over $25 if they are requested with the donation.
Chess Club
The Mountain Ash Chess Club has begun to prepare for the Peel District School Board tournament which
happens toward the end of April.
Students in grades 1-5 meet on Days 3 and 6 - 1st nutri-break and students in grades 6-8 meet on Day 2
and 5 - 1st nutri-break. Chess helps students develop many skills.
Focus - Children are taught the benefits of observation and careful concentration.
Visualization - Children are prompted to imagine a sequence of actions before they happen. We
actually strengthen the ability to visualize by training them to shift the pieces in their mind, first
one, then several moves ahead.
Thought Before Action - Children are taught to think first, then act. We teach them to ask themselves "If
I do this, what might happen then, and how can I respond?" Over time, chess helps develop patience and
thoughtfulness, as well as good sportsmanship.
Mr. Howell & Mr. Triolo
Licensed to Learn (L2L)
In preparation for grade 3 and 6 EQAO, our school is providing the "L2L" or Licensed to Learn
program. In L2L, students are trained and certified as tutors to provide informed academic
assistance to younger students who are at risk academically, underachieving, or new to the
English language. This program is free-of-charge for students and addresses important issues of
equity by serving the underserved in strategically chosen priority geographic regions, and by
helping to level the playing field for demographic groups of students who may otherwise not
have access to academic support.
Mr. Triolo
Mountain Ash puts the Spotlight on Black Heritage
In December 1995, the House of Commons officially
recognized February as Black History Month, following a
motion introduced by the first black Canadian woman
elected to Parliament, the Honourable Jean Augustine.
During Black History Month, students, staff and parents
from across Peel will participate in a number of activities
that promote the understanding of the many contributions
made by black Canadians. One of the activities at Mountain
Ash PS will be a whole school assembly on February 19. As always, parents are invited to attend
the assembly.
Mountain Ash PS has been chosen as one of only 4 schools in the Peel District School Board to
participate in the 2015 School Safety Campaign to reduce school congestion and promote overall school
safety by encouraging more of our students to walk and/or roll to and from school.
When our students walk and/or roll to and from school, we can:
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Increase the number of those who are physically active
Reduce traffic congestion around the school
Improve air quality
Create safer streets for pedestrians and cyclists
Increase school and community engagement
On October 7, 2015, we had a very successful Walk to School Day with the Police. We will be repeating
this Walk to School Day on Wednesday February 3, 2016. We are hoping to have an even larger crowd
walking to school
Students living on the streets that are bounded by Sandalwood Pkwy and Torbram Road are asked to
meet on the sidewalk by 13 and 15 Freshspring Drive at 8 o’clock. Here they will be met by Peel
Regional Police constables and Mr. Rasmusson. As a group we will walk through the pathway to
Kootenay Place where we will meet Mr. Cooper and any students who have come to join the group from
the streets that feed onto Kootenay Place. We will then walk along Kamloops Drive picking up any
students who would like to join the group from the streets that feed onto Kamloops Drive. Then along
Mountain Ash to the school.
Parents, grandparents, aunts, uncles and anyone wishing to join are welcome to join us. The more the
merrier.
Wouldn’t it be AWESOME, if for just one day, we had zero cars being driven to the school!
Pizza Days at Mountain Ash!
This month pizza days will occur on Thursday February 11th, 18th, 25th
and March 3rd and 10th, 2016.
Pizza has been pre-ordered by students and students cannot purchase slices
at school. Pizza will arrive for consumption during second nutrition break, so
please pack snacks and drinks for your child that day.
Thank you!
Next order forms will be sent out Friday January 29th, 2016 (for
February/March orders) to be returned by Friday February 5th, 2016.
National Sweater Day
Support the Green Team and wear your favourite sweater on our school's National Sweater
Day. Earn spirit points for your class too!
What is National Sweater Day?
WWF-Canada is calling on Canadians across the country to put on a
sweater and turn down the thermostats by two degrees Celsius on
Friday, February 5.
Since 2010, over one million Canadians have participated in National
Sweater Day to support energy conservation and action on climate
change.
Take action on climate change. SweaterDay.ca
Turn down the heat and put on a sweater!
Insπre. Gr23ness. 2gether.
Everyone is a math teacher, parents included
Parents and other adults in our students' lives are important partners in children's
mathematics education. By engaging your children in thinking and talking about
mathematics, you help support their numeracy success.
To help you with this, one great resource is the Ministry of Education's Doing
Mathematics With Your Child. You can find this guide for parents of children in
kindergarten to grade 6 online at
www.edu.gov.on.ca/eng/literacynumeracy/parentGuideNumEn.pdf. For more math
tips and tools for parents of kindergarten to grade 12 students, visit ABC 123 at
www.edu.gov.on.ca/abc123/eng/tips/ and the Peel District School Board’s Math Help
site at www.peelschools.org/parents/helpyourchild/math.
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REGISTER TODAY
Saturday, April 2, 2016 – 8 a.m. to 2:30 p.m.
Rick Hansen Secondary School, Mississauga
Plan to attend our annual, free conference for Peel District School Board parents on
Saturday, April 2, 2016. Take one day to enjoy:
 a powerful keynote presentation focused on math success
 your choice of 61 practical workshops facilitated by Peel board staff
 a display area with educational exhibits from local organizations
 free lunch and an opportunity to meet Peel parents
This year, a large number of morning workshops will provide parents with strategies to
help you support math success at home. Flyers are being sent home with Peel students
now—look for yours. Register today at www.peelschools.org/parents/conference.
Waste Free Lunches
The Mountain Ash Green Club is trying to make students
more aware of the litter that they generate during the
nutrition breaks by sponsoring
WASTE FREE LUNCH TUESDAYS.
Parents, here is how you can help. Send your child with
food and drink items in reusable containers on Tuesdays
and help them earn prizes and their class earn
Spirit Stars.
Give what you can on United Way Giving Day – Feb. 9, 2016
A reminder that the United Way Giving Day is February 9, 2016.
A donation of:
 $2 may go towards a warm winter coat for a child.
 $10 supports a child with interactive, recreational outings for
one year, including healthy snacks and transportation, to
help them build their social skills and self-esteem.
 $25 matches a teen with a caring adult mentor who will
meet with him or her several times each month for fun
activities.
Thank you for lending a helping hand to those who need it most. Together, we can Inspire
Possibility!
Celebrating Faith and Culture
February 2016
DATE
CELEBRATION
FAITH AND CULTURE
February
February 1 or 2
February 3
Buxwlaks
Imbolc
Setsubun-sai
month of Mulk
Lunar New Year/Maitreya
Bodhisattva’s Birthday
Ash Wednesday
Vasant Panchami
National Flag Day
Family Day
Lantern Festival/Magha Puja
Intercalary Days
Aboriginal Spirituality
Wicca
Shinto
Bahá’í
Buddhism
February 7 to 26
February 8
February 10
February 12
February 15
February 15
February 22
February 26 to
February 29
Christianity
Hinduism
Canada
Ontario
Buddhism
Bahá'í
Celebrating Faith and Culture Backgrounder
February 2016
The Peel District School Board is a mosaic of many cultures and faiths from all over the world.
To commemorate this diversity, the board recognises special faith and culture days of our
communities. February 2016 has several special faith and culture days to celebrate and
remember:
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February - Buxwlaks in Aboriginal Spirituality
Buxwlaks is celebrated by Nisga'a people of the Nass Valley in Northwest British Columbia. It is
the season of blowing needles of the evergreens. The wind shakes loose the foliage from frozen
trees and heralds the approach of new growth and the New Year.
February 1 or 2 - Imbolc in Wicca
Imbolc is the second major Sabbat in Wicca. It celebrates the sun's increasing power that will
bring the start of spring. Imbolc is also called Imbolg, Candlemas, Brigantia, the Feast of the
Waxing Light, and Oimelc. Originating as one of the Celtic fire festivals, it is celebrated with the
lighting of candles. It is a time of reflection about potential and new beginnings.
There are eight Wiccan Sabbats, spaced about 45 days apart during the year. Four of these are
minor Sabbats—two equinoxes and two solstices. There are also four major Sabbats, occurring
roughly midway between the minor Sabbats.
February 3 - Setsubun-sai in Shinto
This popular family New Year's festival, commonly known as the bean-throwing festival, marks
the end of winter and the eve of the first day of spring according to the old lunar calendar. The
problems and evils of the winter are chased away as family members participate in a ritual
called mame-make—throwing beans into each room of the house, and then through the outer
doors with shouts of “Oni wa soto, Fuku wa uchi!” Roughly translated, this means “Go out bad
luck, come in good luck.”
On Setsubun, many families hang a hiiragi over their doorway. This is a charm made of a piece
of holly and a small dried fish tied together. The celebrants eat toasted soybeans. They eat as
many beans as their own age plus one more. The extra bean stands for the start of the New
Year.
The next day is considered the first day of spring in Japan.
February 7 to 26 - month of Mulk in Bahá’í
In the Bahá’í calendar, there are 19 months of 19 days each. Each month represents an
attribute of God. Mulk, signifying "dominion," is the eighteenth month.
The Bahá’í day starts and ends at sunset. The first day of each month is known as a Feast Day.
February 8 – Lunar New Year/Maitreya Bodhisattva’s Birthday in Buddhism
Followers of Mahayana Buddhist tradition from Tibet, China, Vietnam, Japan, Korea and other
parts of the world celebrate their New Year after the new (dark) moon for the year 4714 - the
Year of the Monkey. They visit the local temple or monastery in the morning. In the afternoon,
they distribute food to the poor. The day will conclude with evening chanting of the Buddha's
teachings and meditation.
New Year's celebrations vary throughout East Asia:
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New Year is one of the traditional and most important Chinese holidays. It is celebrated
on the first day of the first month of the Chinese calendar, which is usually the day on
which the second new moon after the winter solstice occurs. The Chinese New Year is
celebrated over 15 days. The Chinese greeting is "Kung Hei Fat Choi," meaning
"Congratulations and be prosperous." Traditionally, red packets ('hong bao' 'lai see' ) are
passed out on New Year's Eve, and the New Year is celebrated with firecrackers, as well
as dragon and lion dances.
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The Vietnamese New Year is celebrated for seven days. The greeting is "Tet Giap Than,"
meaning "Best Wishes." A special ceremony called Le Tru Tich is held at midnight (Giao
Thua) on New Year's Eve. The ritual involves firecrackers and gongs and other festive
items that make loud noises to usher out the old and welcome the new. Family
members exchange gifts and pay homage to the Kitchen God. They also visit local
temples to pray for prosperity and good health.
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Vietnamese families plant a New Year's tree called Cay Neu in front of their homes. A
bamboo pole is often used as a Cay Neu.
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The Korean New Year's greeting is "Say hay boke-mahn he pah du say oh," meaning
"Many New Year's blessings to you!"
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Tibetan Buddhists celebrate Losar, or New Year's Day for the year 2143 in the Tibetan
calendar. The last two days of the old year are called Gutor and are spent preparing for
the New Year. The custom that day is to make special noodles called guthuk. Everyone
exchanges the traditional greeting, "Tashi delek."
February 10 - Ash Wednesday in Christianity
Ash Wednesday marks the first day of Lent in the Western Christian liturgical year. Lent is a
season of spiritual discipline, cleansing and fasting which occurs in the 40 days before Good
Friday. The name Ash Wednesday comes from the ancient practice of putting ashes on one's
head as a symbol of mourning and penitence.
February 12 - Vasant Panchami in Hinduism
A North Indian celebration, Vasant Panchami is celebrated in honour of Saraswati, the Goddess
of Learning and Lakshmi, the Goddess of Wealth.
The fifth day of the bright fortnight of the lunar month of Magh is Vasanta Panchami and the
first day of spring. Hindus celebrate this festival by holding ceremonies to venerate Saraswati,
goddess of wisdom and knowledge. People dress in yellow and get together with their families.
Marigold flowers are featured in religious services. Symbolically, the education of children in
their first year begins on this day.
February 15 - National Flag Day in Canada
This day celebrates the anniversary of the first raising of the Flag of Canada in 1965 at
Parliament Hill in Ottawa. The national flag was approved by the House of Commons on Dec.
15, 1964, the Senate on Dec. 17, 1964 and was first flown on Parliament Hill on Feb. 15, 1965.
February 15 - Family Day in Ontario
The third Monday of February is recognized as Family Day in Ontario. This statutory holiday was
established by Premier Dalton McGuinty on October 11, 2007. On this holiday, families are
encouraged to spend time together.
February 22 – Lantern Festival/Magha Puja in Buddhism
Magha Puja is celebrated on the full moon day of the third month in the Buddhist calendar. The
festival commemorates the day on which Buddha recited the Ovadha Patimokkha (the
Fundamental Teaching) to his disciples. The day is also celebrated for the Fourfold Assembly gathering of 1,250 Arahantas (accomplished holy ones) at Veruvana Temple in Rajgarh city
(India) of their own accord without notification on the full moon day and all 1,250 disciples
being ordained by Buddha himself. Adherents renew their dedication to Dhamma (teachings of
Buddha) practice on this day.
Lantern festival, is celebrated mid-autumn on the full moon night of the eighth month of the
lunar calendar by Chinese, Vietnamese, Taiwanese and Timorese communities. This festival
celebrates the summer harvest and is a time for rejoicing. Brightly coloured lanterns are hung in
front of homes, and parades are held in towns and villages. In Vietnam this festival is also called
Children's Festival. Families gather together to share meals and moon cakes.
February 26 to February 29 - Intercalary Days in Bahá'í
For Bahá'í s, the Intercalary Days are days of feasting, hospitality, rejoicing, charity and giving of
presents, as well as ministering to the poor and ill, as they prepare for the annual Fast. The
Intercalary Days are also used to complete the 365 days solar year as the 19 month Bahá'í
calendar falls short.
Ideas for celebrating special faith and cultural days in your school
If you have a colleague who celebrates one of these days, don't forget to offer them best
wishes! If you have students in your school who are followers of any of the listed religions:
- make sure the dates are included on your school calendar
- have your principal announce the day over the PA system
- hold an assembly to talk with students about the importance of these days
- include a mention of these days in your school newsletter
- include information on your school website
- display student artwork announcing these days or depicting their ideas about these days
- invite a member of a local faith group to come in and discuss the significance of this day
with students
- have class discussions about these days
- ask some of your students who celebrate certain holidays to write a short essay on how
they celebrate this day at home. Have them read it to the class to share this celebration
with the other students.
- have parents offer a cultural session
Questions?:
If you would like any more information on how to celebrate these days, please call Varsha Naik,
Community Liaison Coordinator at 905-890-1010, ext. 2573 or e-mail her
varsha.naik@peelsb.com
Register Now for Kindergarten!
If your child was born in 2012, he or she can start kindergarten in September 2016
We inspire success, confidence and hope in each student…and it all starts in kindergarten! Peel
schools will hold a Kindergarten Registration Week with special registration activities during
Feb. 1 to 4, 2016. Visit Mountain Ash Public School from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. on Feb. 1, 2, 3 and 4
and from 5 to 8 p.m. on Feb. 4.
Please bring proof of age, proof of address and yellow immunization records.
If you can’t make one of these times, no problem! You can register your child at any time during
regular school hours.
For more information, visit www.peelschools.org/kindergarten
School closed for PA Day on April 11, 2016
As a result of labour settlements with various federations and employee groups, the Ministry of
Education has directed all school boards to create an additional Professional Activity Day this
year and for each school year going forward.
For the 2015-16 school year, the additional PA Day for the Peel District School Board will
be April 11, 2016. All Peel board elementary and secondary schools will be closed to students
on this day. The next day, April 12, will remain a Day 1 for students.
Offence Declaration Required for Returning Volunteers
Parents play an important role in the development and education of their children and in the success of the
school community. At Mountain Ash we welcome and encourage the participation of parents and community
members, and are grateful for the countless hours our volunteers contribute throughout the school year.
To volunteer at our school, you must complete a short interview and a criminal record check. A criminal
record check is required for all school volunteers in Ontario. Even if you want to accompany your child on a
field trip, you need this record check.
Once you have completed the process, you are on file with the Peel District School Board as
being a school volunteer. All returning volunteers will be mailed an Offence Declaration Form
that must be filled out and returned to the board office each year. You will not be able to
volunteer with the Peel board if you do not return this form. Forms will be mailed home in
February.
What you need to know about head lice
What is head lice?
Head lice are tiny insects that live on the scalp where they lay their eggs. They have three stages: the
egg (nit), the nymph and the adult. Head lice do not spread diseases and cannot be spread between
animals or pets and humans, only through direct contact between people.
Head lice spread easily, especially where people are in close contact. They are very common among
school-aged children or children attending child care, where they spread through direct hair-to-hair
contact or directly by sharing things like hats, combs, hairbrushes or headphones.
One of the first signs of head lice is an itchy scalp. However, children can have head lice for several
weeks with no symptoms. If you think your child has head lice, check their hair for nits right away, then
again after one week and after two weeks.
What to do if your child has lice
Parents are advised to keep their child at home until they have been treated for lice. Students may only
return to school if they are “nit-free.” If your child has live lice, ensure that they avoid head-to-head
contact with other children until the lice are gone. Children should not share combs, hairbrushes, caps,
hats or hair ornaments. You should also check all family members for head lice. Be sensitive to your
child’s feelings and let them know that having head lice does not mean they are not clean.
Head lice can be treated with the following approved insecticides:
 pyrethrin (found in R&C Shampoo + Conditioner)
 permethrin (Nix Creme Rinse or Kwellada-P Creme Rinse)
 lindane (Hexit Shampoo or PMS-Lindane Shampoo).
Conference Helps Parents Make a Difference In
Numeracy And Beyond
The Peel District School Board is hosting its annual parent conference on Saturday, April 2, 2016,
at Rick Hansen Secondary School in Mississauga. Once again, the conference will focus on
numeracy—26 out of 61 workshops help with math. Parents will still have the opportunity to
attend workshops on other topics, including literacy, special education and science.
This free learning event is open to Peel parents of students at all grade levels.
Registration is now open.
Stay up-to-date!
For more information, look out for the conference flyer at your child's school or visit
www.peelschools.org/parents/conference.
Register today for Adult ESL or LINC classes
Do you know an adult that is interested in improving their English language skills for work,
study or daily life?
Through the Continuing & Adult Education department, the Peel District School Board offers a
wide variety of English language classes that help parents experience success in Canadian
English in both listening/speaking and reading/writing. Courses are designed for a range of
basic, intermediate and advanced English (Levels 1 to 7) as well as the more experienced
learner needing to prepare for an IELTS exam.
Winter courses begin February 8, 2016.
All learners that complete a session will earn a certificate of learning from the Peel District
School Board.
Classes operate from six locations in Brampton and Mississauga with three specially designed
adult centres at:
 Bramalea - Adult Education Centre - 25 Kings Cross Road, Unit 3
 Brampton - Adult Education Centre - #300 - 7700 Hurontario Street
 Mississauga - Adult Education Centre - 100 Elm Drive West, Room 117
To learn more or to register, call 905-270-6000. Also visit www.peelschools.org/adulteducation
or follow us on Twitter: @PDSBLearnESL
Tuesday Tea Time @ Mountain Ash P.S
Parents are invited to join the settlement worker for some tea and talk every first Tuesday of
the month. See you all there!
Closing schools due to bad weather
During the winter months, we may need to cancel buses or close
schools because of inclement weather.
Information regarding details of cancellations or closures will be announced on radio and
television stations listed below and posted at www.peelschools.org and www.stopr.ca.
Information will also be available on Twitter @Peelschools, Facebook at
www.facebook.com/peelschools or by calling 905-890-1010 or 1-800-668-1146.
VIRGIN RADIO FM99.9
CFNY FM102.1/AM640
CFRB AM1010
FM Z103.5
CHIN FM100.7/AM1540
CITYPULSE
CHUM AM1050
CJCL AM590
EZ ROCK FM97.3
FM93.1
CBC99.1
GLOBAL NEWS
CFTR AM680
CHFI FM98.1
CJBC (FR) AM860
FM Q107
CTV
One of the following messages will be announced (highlighted text only):
Peel District School Board buses are cancelled.
This means that schools remain open for students and staff, but buses are cancelled. Bus
cancellations could occur in all or parts of municipalities. Buses will remain cancelled all day. All
activities that require bussing will also be cancelled. Permits, night school classes, child care and
other activities in schools will operate as usual.
All Peel District School Board schools and board offices are closed.
This means that all schools and Board offices are closed to students and staff. All activities in
schools and board offices are also cancelled, including child care, night school and permits.
All evening programs and permits at the Peel District School Board are cancelled.
This means that all activities in schools and Board offices are cancelled, including continuing
education courses and events. The buildings will be closed.
All weekend programs and permits at the Peel District School Board are cancelled.
This means that all activities in schools and Board offices are cancelled, including continuing
education courses and events. The buildings will be closed.
Facts matter:
Understanding the revised Health and Physical Education (HPE) curriculum
There’s been a lot of information and misinformation circulating about the revised HPE
curriculum. At the Peel District School Board, we want our families to make an informed choice
based on facts. That’s why we created a neutral, fact-based parent guide that outlines:
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the curriculum is not new and has been taught since 1998
our professional staff teach in a sensitive, age-appropriate manner
parents will get advance notice of lessons
teaching of human development and sexual health delayed to spring 2016
there will be only two to five lessons per year
the material that will be covered in each grade
parents play a vital role in supporting the curriculum
To read the full parent guide and learn more, visit www.peelschools.org/HPE
The guide is available in English and the top languages spoken by Peel families:
February 2016
Attendance Line:
1-855-209-6155
Sunday
Monday
1Samosa Day
Tuesday
2 Groundhog Day
Kindergarten
Registration
Feb 1-4
7
8 Samosa Day
Chess Club Gr 6-8
14
Valentine’s
Day
21
Litterless Lunch
Chat & Chai – 1:30*
Chess Club Gr 1-5***
United Way Giving Day
Thursday
3
4 Gr 3’s swimming 9am
Chess Club Gr 6-8***
Pizza Day
JK Reg. 5-8 pm
10
11 Gr 3’s swimming 9am
Walk to school
w/Police
Chess Club Gr 1-5
Pizza Day
Family Day – No
School
Litterless Lunch
Pizza Day
Chess Club Gr 1-5
Chess Club Gr 6-8
22
23
Litterless Lunch
17
18 Gr 3’s swimming 9am
16
Samosa Day
24
Chess Club Gr 6-8
Girls’ Basketball
Tournament
29 Samosa Day
Chess Club Gr 6-8
*Chat & Chai every Tuesday at 1:30 pm
**Alternate date for Winter Carnival is February 26th
***Chess Club meets 1st Nutrition Break
Friday
Saturday
5 Sweater Day with Green 6
Club
9 am Climate Assembly –
Respect/Self-Regulation
Pizza orders due
15
Samosa Day
28
9
Wednesday
25
Pizza Day
Chess Club Gr 1-5
Boys’ Basketball Tournament
12 Police visit JK/SK
13
19
20
Report cards home
Grades 1-8
Wear red, pink or white
Chess Club Gr 6-8
Black History
Assembly Per1
Winter Carnival
1 pm
26 Scientists in the
School Grade 3s
Winter Carnival Rain
Date
27