ERAMOSA PUBLIC SCHOOL
5757 Fifth Line ✧ R.R. 1 ✧ Rockwood, ON N0B 2K0
Telephone 519-856-9529 ✧ Fax 519-856-4239
Website: www.ugdsb.on.ca/eramosa
NEWSLETTER
Katrina Plazek,
Principal
October 2014 - Issue 2
Sheri MacKenzie,
Office Co- Ordinator
From the Principal’s Desk…
The beginning of school seems like a long time ago. The staff and students are all back into
classroom routines so that classroom learning is maximized. There is always a lot to report on
at our school. This year our overriding character ed theme falls under the umbrella of inclusion.
It encompasses the lessons about antibullying, appreciating that people have differences in
their appearance, their race, religion, gender, learning styles, self esteem, welcoming new
members to our community etc. We are proud of our students over and over again. Recently,
one of our students lost his glasses on the playground and the entire classroom did a sweep over
the yard and the glasses were found! We have had many of our older students helping out our
new little kindies on the buses and on the yard as they learned the new routines. Together the
staff and students raised $1000 for the Terry Fox Foundation to help with cancer research.
Our latest efforts will be to help local families in need by donating food to the Food Bank. Our
students are making great efforts to look after our environment by recycling paper, food
containers and milk containers every day. Within the classroom walls the teachers are working
hard to make children think and they watch their students carefully to evaluate the thinking
skills that their children are demonstrating. In a math class for example, students will need to
be able to engage in seven major mathematical processes including: 1. Problem solving
2. Reasoning and Proving 3. Reflecting 4. Selecting Tools and Computational Strategies
5. Connecting 6. Representing and 7. Communicating their Understanding. In Language we want
our students to connect deeply with the materials they read and to write with voice and clarity.
Learning is hard work but it is rewarding and we are pleased to be on this journey with your
children. As the leaves turn beautiful reds, yellows and oranges, we would like to wish all of you
a very happy Thanksgiving! After that, EPSAC (the parent council) will be having a Halloween
Dance for families on October 23rd from 6:30 – 9:00 pm. Wear your Spook-tacular Costumes.
Hope to see you there!
Katrina Plazek
CSA APPROVED HOCKEY HELMETS
This year, across the Board, it will be a mandatory requirement for all people
skating (students, staff and volunteers) to wear a CSA approved Hockey Helmet
while skating on the ice. We are hoping to have a couple of school wide skating
days, so this is just a heads up for all families.
NO TIPPY TAPPY – EPSAC EVENT
Information has gone home regarding the NO Tippy Tappy soccer event that is being hosted by
the school council, EPSAC. This event is free for all Eramosa families; if you have not already
signed up please contact Laura Mullin at LMullin@McKellar.com. What a fantastic way to show
that we are involved in physical fitness with the students. Comfy clothes, water
bottles and running shoes are required. It is going to be a fantastic afternoon.
Please arrive at the Marden Centre at 12:45pm, ready for the event that runs
from 1-4 pm on Saturday, October 4th, 2014.
SCHOOL COUNCIL
I am pleased to announce the following people have accepted an executive position on the parent
council (Eramosa Public School Advisory Committee) at last month’s council meeting.
Membership is as follows:
Chair:
Chris Williston
Treasurer:
Jackie Davis-Rayner
Secretary:
Amy Price
Parent Reps:
Colleen Baker, Rob Baker, Susan Frasson, Laura Mullin, Maria Rossi
Principal Rep:
Katrina Plazek
Teaching Rep:
Darlene Shaw
Non-Teaching Rep:
Sheri MacKenzie
All parents/guardians are welcome to attend meetings. Meetings will take place at 7 pm in the
library on the following dates:
October 14, November 11, December 9, January 13, February 10, no March meeting, April 7,
May 12 and June 9.
Congratulations to our student elected representatives, Crystal and Brooke!!
ENVIRONMENTAL SLOGAN CONTEST
The Upper Grand District School Board is running a board wide slogan contest for students to
reflect the fact that Upper Grand is going green. Thank you to all our students who entered.
Our winning slogan contest winners were:
Eric with the slogan: “Colour Our Future Green – One Student at a Time”
Sarah with the slogan: “Conserve Mother Earth – Our Planet, Our Home”
These excellent entries will be entered into the board wide contest. The winning student will
receive a gift certificate from a local book store that sells quality recycled books and the
winning school will receive a visit from a well known environmentalist (to be announced). Good
luck!
THANKSGIVING FOOD DRIVE
The East Wellington Community Services Group is collecting food for people in our community.
Our donations go toward helping about 20 individuals/families in Rockwood. Clients can visit the
food bank once a month where they will be provided with a variety of food meant to supplement
their own grocery shopping. Our food drive will run from Thursday, September 25th until
donations are collected on October 2nd. Thanks for helping our community!
Breakfast items -hot cereal, cold cereal, honey, jam, coffee, tea, hot chocolate
School snacks-crackers, granola bars, apple sauce or fruit cups
Lunch items- canned meats (ham, chicken), tuna, salmon, canned pasta (Alphagetties or
Zoodles), Kraft Dinner, peanut butter, hearty soups (Chunky, Habitant), Campbell’s soups
Canned Fruit- any variety of canned fruit
Canned Vegetables and beans - any variety of canned vegetables, canned beans, dried
beans, baked beans
Side dishes- Hamburger helper, Sidekicks, Rice
Hygiene items-deodorant, shampoo, soap, toilet paper, tissues
Cleaning supplies- dish soap, laundry detergent
Beverages- canned juice, juice boxes, coffee, tea
Gluten Free-anything Gluten free
If you can help us to help families in our community, please send in your donations. Food will be
picked up on October 2nd to get it to the families before the holiday.
TURKEY RAFFLE WINNER
Congratulations to Kai who won a very large turkey at the Open House. It was almost as big as
he was!
CASL – CANADA’S ANTI-SPAM LEGISLATION
This legislation is designed to decrease the amount of unwanted, electronic solicitation you
receive. Because we sometimes include information about fundraising etc., it is important for
parents to sign up to give us permission to continue to send you newsletters, etc. There have
been delays getting the site activated so that parents can sign up, but October 1st is the date
we have been informed it will be live. We have enclosed more information in this newsletter for
parents, including frequently asked questions.
BENCHES FOR STUDENTS TO SIT ON
We are so very happy to have received 2 benches constructed and delivered by Mike Rayner
(and his colleague Tom) made possible by The Home Depot. When you visit the school yard you
will enjoy resting on the north wall on these benches. Thank you!!
ANAPHYLAXIS AND PRODUCTS THAT MIMIC PEANUT BUTTER
Anaphylaxis is an allergy to something that is potentially life threatening to an individual.
We have students who have life threatening allergies in our school. Recently there have been
products available at the grocery store that are being offered as an alternative to peanut
butter. One such product is called WOW butter. It has the appearance and taste of peanut
butter, but is a soy-based product.
Our Board policy/procedures for Life Threatening Allergies indicate that this product (or any
others that imitate a known life threatening allergen) is not allowed in classrooms. This is not
because of a health danger, but because it is confusing for students in the class and for staff
monitoring the room. We cannot find ourselves in a situation where we have to decide whether
something is peanut butter or not. A simple note from parents is not sufficient.
We appreciate that it is difficult at times to find a variety of items for student lunches,
however, we ask for your understanding and support in this situation.
HOWL-O-WEEN FAMILY DANCE - OCTOBER 23RD
It is that time of year; time for our families to dress up in their spooky
costumes and dance the night away! On Thursday, October 23rd, EPSAC is very
excited to announce that the Howl-O-Ween family dance will take place. Dress
up in your favourite Halloween Costume. The dance will run from 6:30 pm to
9:00 pm. Ticket prices and more details to follow!!
RAZ KIDS
Many families are aware of the on-line levelled reading collection that we have purchased to
make available to every student in the school. This is a licence we purchase for the year and it
is good for the summer months too. It provides hundreds of colourful,
engaging on-line books that are just the perfect reading level for your child.
Each teacher will send home a sheet with the web address to find all the
colourful books. Your child can read the book, listen to the book read to
them, answer comprehension questions, or listen to her/himself reading. This
is a fantastic supplement to your child’s classroom home reading program. We
are awaiting the licences; you will be notified by your child’s homeroom
teacher when we receive them. Check it out! You will be glad you did.
RECYCLING REMINDER
At Eramosa we recycle used batteries and pop can tabs. There are containers located near the
front entrance. As well, we have compost bins in each classroom. Please encourage your
children to eat all of their apples before putting the core in the compost. We
are noticing a lot of apples that have just a few bites out of them.
Thank you, Mrs. Shaw
NEWS FROM THE LIBRARY
A visit from Clifford, a photo booth and great books - our
library was a great place to be at Open House! Thank you to
the many families who supported our library with Book Fair
purchases. We made over $800 in commissions to build up our
collection! Congratulations are extended to our many contest
and poster draw winners. Let's do it again in the spring!
Mrs. Gorr
REPORTING BULLYING
This is a reminder that bullying incidents can be reported to teachers, the principal or on-line
at:
www.ugdsb.on.ca/reportbullying
CUSTODY ISSUES/CONTACT INFORMATION
If there are special custody arrangements for your child(ren) that change through the year,
please bring a copy of the Court order to the office so that we have a copy for the child(ren)’s
school file. Decisions to release children are based on legal documentation contained in the
Ontario Student Record. Attention to this matter is very important.
It is also important for the school to know changes in workplace, emergency contact numbers
and changes in living arrangements. Please notify the office if any of these change so that we
can update our records and ensure they are accurate.
INCLEMENT WEATHER PROCEDURES
We are part of “Division 2", which is “Centre Wellington and the Town of Erin”. This is also
known as the “Blue Card” division.
On inclement weather days, please listen to CJOY (1460 AM) or Magic FM (106.1 FM) for
information about bus cancellations or visit the Upper Grand District School Board web-site
(www.ugdsb.on.ca).
Please note that, as in the past, Eramosa Public School will be
closed to students if buses in our division are not running.
**Student Transportation now offers a Subscription Service that will
notify you via e-mail when your child(ren)'s bus has been cancelled or
delayed.**
Simply visit: https://www.findmyschool.ca/Cancellations.aspx to sign up!
MACMILLAN’S FROZEN DOUGH SCHOOL FUNDRAISER
Packages for MacMillan’s Fundraising will be going home on Wednesday, October 8th, with a
return date of Thursday, October 23rd. Items purchased will be delivered and ready for pick
up on Thursday, November 27th, between 3-6 pm; just in time for holiday entertaining!! Full
instructions will be coming home soon. Thanks for any support you can give!
As with every fundraiser that happens in the school, participation is
completely voluntary. Funds that are raised help to purchase items that help
improve the education of the children.
STORM TICKETS - BUSINESS DONATION
We are very grateful to have again received a set of season’s tickets for 2014-2015 from a
local business sponsor, www.JustSigns.ca, for the Guelph Storm games that take place at the
Sleeman Centre in Guelph. All of our students’ names have been
entered into the draw and have a chance to win. Thanks again to the
Fox family for your generosity and for making so many families happy!!
YEARBOOK
We are very fortunate to have Mrs. McKnight starting our third annual yearbook. It is a
wonderful memoir. This would not be possible without the help of our
resident photographer, Theresa Knierim. Theresa can be seen at the school
taking shots of the children. Who thought that learning could be so much
fun!!
HALLOWEEN PARADE
On Friday, October 31st we will hold our annual costume parade at 2:45
pm. Students may bring costumes to school to put on after our 2:20 pm
recess. When selecting a costume and accessories, please do not send
any toy weapons or artificial blood to school.
The parade is intended to be a fun event for children in all grades.
OLYMPIAN TAYLOR MILNE
The Eramosa Cross-Country team had a special visit from Olympian distance runner Taylor Milne
on Tuesday, September 30th. Taylor has been on Canada's national Cross-Country team and made
his Olympic debut in 2008 in Beijing, China. He continues to compete internationally, most
recently competing for Canada in the Commonwealth Games this summer in Glasgow, Scotland.
Taylor spoke to team members about his journey as an athlete and the sheer determination and
perseverance it takes to compete on an international level. An important message to our young
athletes was to never give up on your dreams even when you face adverse circumstances.
Students had a chance to ask Taylor many questions and he later worked out with the team,
putting them through their paces. Many thanks to AGSI of Halton Hills for sponsoring Taylor's
visit to our school. Taylor is a member of the Speed River Track and Field Club in Guelph,
where he also coaches.
TERRY FOX RUN
We had wonderful enthusiasm for our Terry Fox Run on September 24th. Many thanks to all
students and staff who participated, parents who volunteered and all families for your
contributions to this annual event. Together, we were able to raise $1000!! We were thrilled to
surpass our goal of $500 and to participate in a chilly water adventure, which the students
enjoyed very much!! Many families have had to deal with cancer and together we will help Terry
Fox achieve his dream because one day, cancer will be beaten!
VIOLENCE THREAT RISK ASSESSMENT
The Upper Grand District School Board is committed to providing safe learning environments
for all students, staff, school visitors and community members. When a student behaves
inappropriately, principals use progressive discipline to help a student take responsibility for
their actions, change their behaviour, and learn from their mistakes.
When students’ behaviour pose a potential threat to safety or serious harm, the Community
Violence Threat Risk Assessment Protocol (VTRA) helps principals take further steps to
protect students' well-being.
More information is provided on our school website as well as the UGDSB website.
CROSS-COUNTRY RUNNING
Cross-country running is open to all students in grades 1 to 6, but only those who can run the
full distance will be able to participate in the county meet.
Here is a list of what distance each Grade category needs to be able to run:
Grade 1s and 2s = 1km
Grade 3s and 4s = 1.5km
Grade 5s and 6s = 2km
Practices have already started. Students should have outdoor running
shoes on during practice for safety reasons. This year’s meet will be on
Tuesday, October 14th (rain date Tuesday, October 21st) at the Fergus
Sportsplex. Thanks to Mme McMorris and Mrs. Gold for coaching our
runners! They have helped our students improve their fitness levels. Go
Eramosa Eagles, Go!
EQAO RESULTS
Last spring all grade 3 and 6 students in publicly-funded schools took part in the Education,
Quality and Accountability Office (E.Q.A.O.) assessments of reading, writing and mathematics.
E.Q.A.O assessments are directly based on the expectations set out in The Ontario Curriculum.
Results do not affect students’ report cards but are helpful in giving us important feedback
about their achievement of curriculum expectations. They can provide information about
individual children’s strengths and areas needing improvement. School-wide results, when
combined with other school data, guide our school improvement initiatives for reading, writing
and mathematics.
Results from our school, the Board and the Province of the 2013-2014 assessments are
summarized in the graphs shown on the next page. The bars represent the percent of grade 3
and 6 students who achieved at or above the provincial standard in each assessment.
E.Q.A.O. is one source of data used to determine student achievement.
For more information about E.Q.A.O. and to view a sample of its assessment, please visit
www.eqao.com.
UG2GO
Our board has a fantastic resource for all of our students that can be accessed 24/7 from
school or from home. It’s called UG2GO and includes Learn360 (educational video streaming),
Student Link (a site children use at school that gives them access to web sites that are kid
friendly and relate directly to their current units of study), Tumblebooks (a
site that has hundreds of books children can click on and have read to them),
Noodletools (gives children help making bibliographies), Knowledge Ontario (a variety of
approved encyclopedias, magazine articles suitable for elementary students), and much more.
When students are at home they can go to the main address: https://www.ugdsb.on.ca/ug2go
which will prompt them to enter the same Windows username and password that they use at
school to get onto the school network. Once they enter their Windows username/password
they will enter the site and they can then click on any of the resources and be taken directly to
the individual resource without the need to login.
Please take a few minutes to explore the site with your child. It is an important tool that will
aid them in their education, and may make your life easier when it comes to homework and
projects. We are excited that students will be able to access information from anywhere and
at anytime in this information age!
LEARNING TO KEYBOARD - RECOMMENDED SITES
We are sharing some keyboarding sites which will help students learn how to navigate a
keyboard quickly and efficiently. Try one out!
http://www.bbc.co.uk/schools/typing/
http://www.learninggamesforkids.com/keyboarding_games.html
http://www.freetypinggame.net/
http://kids.learn2type.com/
http://www.typingweb.com/
http://www.sense-lang.org/typing/
http://www.nimblefingers.com/
http://www.typeonline.co.uk/lesson1.html
OCTOBER IS DOWN SYNDROME AWARENESS MONTH
A whole month dedicated to celebrating, advocating and bringing awareness to Down Syndrome.
Down Syndrome occurs when an individual has a full or partial copy of chromosome 21. This
additional genetic material alters the course of development and causes the characteristics
associated with Down Syndrome (NDSS). People with Down Syndrome attend school, work,
participate in decisions that affect them and contribute to society in many ways. While there
may be a cognitive delay, the effect is usually mild to moderate and is not indicative of the
many strengths and talents that each individual possesses. Quality educational programs, a
stimulating home environment, good health care and positive support from family, friends and
the community enable people with Down Syndrome to develop to their full potential and live
fulfilling lives. Get involved! October offers multiple ways to participate in activities, events,
and to help in raising awareness. Participate in a local Buddy Walk, educate those around you
using NDSS’s Youtube channel http://www.youtube.com/user/NDSSorg.The Canadian Down
Syndrome Society offers educator resources that include videos parents can view with their
children about children with Down Syndrome.
TALKING ABOUT MENTAL HEALTH!
One Month into School
Some students love to go back to school and are happy to go every day. Other students start
each fall with a positive attitude about school, but after the honeymoon period of the first few
weeks are over, things begin to slide.
One parent recently commented to me:
“I am walking home from school with a child crying the whole way”
“My kids are acting irrationally and freaking out”
She wanted me to share with you that if you are in this situation, you are not alone. For some
students, this is a normal pattern. For some of our children and youth, school is stressful. After
relaxing, having fun or at least being school free for the summer, they had built up the energy
to take on school every day, but after a few weeks back they are starting to get drained and
strained. You may notice more talk of headaches and stomach aches, tiredness, irritability,
crying, and refusals.
We all do the best that we can. If we are not doing well then we are lacking the skills or
resources to do better.
So what to do? Start with recognizing this is normal and it too will change. Just like the
honeymoon phase of the first weeks, this phase will come to pass as well.
Begin with the basics: good sleep, good food, outdoor activities. This is the strong base that we
all need to function well. Keep a consistent routine with regular times for waking up, eating
meals, school work, and bedtime routines.
Put some down time into every day. Quiet time with the kids: reading a book, listening to music,
going for a walk, playing a quiet game, doing relaxation activities. We all need to opportunity to
de-stress.
Acknowledge that you notice how hard it is for your child and ask “What is up?” Perhaps they
can tell you what is going on and perhaps they can’t. That is OK. Just acknowledging that you
see it is hard for them is a good start.
Talk to your child’s teacher about how they are feeling. Make a plan to make the student feel
welcome in the class. Look at ways of working break times into the day at school. Set up a buddy
system to pair students who are less comfortable with more comfortable students.
Get your child or youth to school every day. Students who are finding school hard may want to
stay home. The best way to increase anxiety related to school is to keep your child or youth at
home. The more they stay away, the harder it will be for them to go to school. Make sure your
child knows that you feel good about their school and classroom that you are comfortable with
them being there. Talk to the teacher to discuss how to support your child at school.
Set a positive, optimistic tone about school. Find something positive that your child likes about
school and build from there. Build on their strengths or connections. Notice what they are doing
well and praise them for their coping skills. Children and youth (and adults) pick up on what is
going on in their environment so if the environment is stressful then we will pick up that stress
but if the environment is positive and optimistic, then they will pick that up. Creating a positive
attitude toward school is contagious!
And, as always, don’t forget to breathe. Right now, take three deep breaths,in through the
nose, out through the mouth. With each out breath, release the tension and tightness. Every
time you walk through a doorway take three deep breaths. Encourage your kids to do this too.
The stress that you and your kids release throughout the day will mean less stress at the end
of the day and a happier trip home!
For more tips about Back to School transitions:
http://www.anxietybc.com/sites/default/files/CopingwithBacktoSchool.pdf
http://www.nasponline.org/resources/home_school/b2shandout.aspx
HEALTH UNIT NEWS…
October 2014
Celebrate International Walk to School Day
Wednesday, October 8, 2014
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Walking is good exercise. It’s a way to increase physical activity among children.
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Walking keeps the air clean. It reduces the number of cars on the road, which ultimately
reduces air pollution.
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Walking enhances stamina and gives more energy. Children who walk are more alert and
ready to learn.
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Walking relaxes a child, lessens anxiety and tension.
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Walking to school empowers children thereby fostering independence.
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Walking is economical. You will not need to fill up your legs with gas.
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Walking is educational. You will better admire all the beauties in your neighbourhood.
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Walking is fun and a great way to meet new friends.
For lots of great information and ideas visit www.saferoutestoschool.ca
FROM THE PROGRAM DEPARTMENT – MATH LEARNING
Everyday children go about their daily lives exploring and discovering things around them, and
by doing so they’re exposed to the world of mathematics. And since mathematics has become
increasingly important in this technological age, it is even more important for our children to
learn math at home, as well as in school.
Attitude is Important
How do you as a parent feel about math? Your feelings will have an impact on how your children
think about math and themselves as mathematicians. Take a few minutes to reflect on these
questions:
Do you think everyone can learn math?
Do you think of math as useful in everyday life?
Do you believe that most jobs today require math skills?
If you answered "yes" to most of these questions, then you are probably encouraging your child
to think mathematically. Positive attitudes about math are important for your child(ren)'s
success.
Mathematics as Problem Solving, Communication, and Reasoning
Helping your child learn to solve problems, to communicate mathematically, and to demonstrate
reasoning abilities are fundamental to learning mathematics. These attributes will improve your
child's understanding and interest in math concepts and thinking.
A problem solver is someone who questions, investigates, and explores solutions to problems.
They stick with a problem to find a solution and understand that there may be different ways
to arrive at an answer and attempt different ways to get there. You can encourage your child
to be a good problem solver by involving him or her in family decision making using math.
To communicate mathematically means to use words, numbers, or mathematical symbols to
explain situations; to talk about how you arrived at an answer; to listen to others' ways of
thinking and perhaps alter their thinking; to use pictures to explain something; and to write
about math, not just give an answer. You can help your child learn to communicate
mathematically by asking your child to explain a math problem or answer. Ask your child to
write about the process she or he used, or to draw a picture of how he or she arrived at an
answer to a problem.
Reasoning ability means thinking logically, being able to see similarities and differences about
math concepts in different domains and make choices based on those differences or
similarities. You can encourage your child to explain his or her reasoning behind answers and
encourage them to ask themselves, “Does this make sense?” As you listen, you will hear your
child sharing his or her reasoning.
Great Job!
Heather Dyer, Elementary Curriculum Leader
There is no question that everyone loves a compliment. Our confidence grows, we feel happy and
motivated, we get a sense of accomplishment. But what if the only feedback we ever received were
statements like ‘great job’? Okay….what we did was good, but how do we get better? What do we
need to improve? What, specifically, about what we did was ‘great’?
One of the things Educators are working on in Ontario is looking at how to go beyond the “great job”
and “good try” feedback to give more of what’s called Descriptive Feedback to students around their
learning. The goal of giving descriptive feedback is to improve student learning in a specific and
targeted way.
The most effective time for students to receive descriptive feedback is during the learning process so
that they can take the feedback given to them and move their learning forward or improve on what
they are doing. Often descriptive feedback takes the form of a strength - what the student is doing
well, and a next step - what they need to work on next. Usually the feedback is based on “Success
Criteria”, which is a list of criteria that have been written, in collaboration with students, and posted
for students and teachers to access throughout the learning. The goal is for students to always know
how to be successful.
Definitely Educators are going to be the main people giving students feedback. However,
classrooms are also including opportunities for students to give each other descriptive feedback
and time for students to self reflect on their learning and where they are based on the Success
Criteria. This is part of students taking ownership for their learning and improvement with the
Educator there to provide descriptive feedback and coaching along the way.
In the words of leadership expert, Dr. Ken Blanchard, “Feedback is the breakfast of champions”.
With descriptive feedback students know precisely what they have done well and what their next
learning goal is. It is through giving specific, targeted feedback that Educators can help each
student reach their goals and celebrate success.
CHILDREN & YOUTH FALL PROGRAMS 2014
HELD AT
WELLINGTON CENTRE FOR CONTINUING EDUCATION
519-836-7280
OR Online: www.ugdsb.on.ca/ConEd
1428 Gordon St., Guelph
To Register Call:
Programs
Age
Dates & Times
Description
Fee
A
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Art Medley
7-13
Thurs Oct 16, 7-8 pm., 8 Wks
Learn cartoon drawing techniques.
$65
Drawing &
Sculpting
Teen Art Group
7-12
Thurs Oct 16, 4:45-5:45 pm., 8 Wks
Working with plasticine.
$60
12 +
Thurs Oct 16, 8-9:15 pm., 8 Wks
Designed for the mature artist.
$84
Young Artist
4-7
Thurs Oct 16, 6-6:50 pm., 8 Wks
Variety of art mediums used.
$60
Babysitting
11+
9-14
Red Cross, certificate course. Learn
basic skills in order to care for infants
& children up to school age.
Learn skills and be prepared to rally.
$60
Badminton
Fri Oct 24, 9-4:30 pm., 1 Day
Fri Nov 21, 9-4:30 pm., 1 Day
Fri Dec 22, 9-4:30 pm., 1 Day
Thurs Oct 16, 6-6:50 pm., 8 Wks
Basketball
8-12
Tues Oct 14, 5-5:50 pm., 8 Wks
Learn basic skills.
$55
Bio Geek 101
Grade
11 & 12
Wed & Thurs Sept 24-Dec 17,
6:30-9:30 pm., 25 Wks
$400
Chemistry for Girls
8-12
Tues Oct 14, 7-8 pm., 8 Wks
Synthetic Biology Genetic
Engineering
http://igem.org/Main_Page
Make your own soaps and more.
Guitar for Youth
10-15
Learn the basics. Guitar needed.
$80
Kiddie Kickers
3.5-5
Wed Oct 15, 6:30-7:15 pm., 8 Wks
Location: J.F. Ross CVI
Thurs Oct 16, 5-5:45pm., 8 Wks
$55
Kids Only Cooking
10-15
Movement to Music:
Parent & Tot
Science Beyond
2-4
Thurs Oct 16, 6-8:15 pm., 3 Wks
Location: College Heights S.S.
Wed Oct 15, 4:15-4:45 pm., 8 Wks
7-12
Tues Oct 14, 6-6:50 pm., 8 Wks
Learn basic skills and team
cooperation.
Chef Susan will teach the basics of
cooking from scratch.
Parent and child dance program
Introduction to dance.
Hands on science experiments.
Soccer-Indoor
4-8
Tues Oct 14, 6-6:50 pm., 8 Wks
Learn basic rules and skills.
$55
Twist and Turn:
Parent & Tot
1-5
Wed Oct 15, 5-5:45 pm., 8 Wks
MUSIKARTEN PROGRAM:
Parent and child music program.
$50
Young Scientist
4-7
Tues Oct 14, 5-5:50 pm., 8 Wks
Interactive science program.
$65
View Course Guide online
www.ugdsb.on.ca/kids
$55
$65
$140
$40
$65
Upper Grand District School Board
Upper Grand District School Board: Request for Consent
Dear Parents and Guardians,
Canada’s Anti-Spam Legislation (CASL) came into force on July 1, 2014.
As a result, the Upper Grand District School Board, would like to ensure that we
have your consent to receive newsletters, school and Board updates,
announcements, event invitations, and other electronic messages which may
contain advertising or promotions regarding school fundraisers, field trips, the sale
of yearbooks, student pictures, uniforms, books, prom or dance tickets, or similar
events and offers.
If you wish to receive the above communications from us, please visit our
CASL registration website at:
www.ugdsb.on.ca/CASL
By registering your email on this webpage you will receive electronic
communication from the school which may or may not contain commercial
electronic messages as described above. If consent is not provided, you will not
receive electronic messages containing commercial content and may find it
more difficult to be aware of the activities that take place in school, and which
your child may have an interest in participating.
If you have any questions or if you wish to withdraw your consent at any time,
please visit the same site and click on “Unsubscribe” to remove your name from
our contact list.
For additional information on Canada’s Anti-Spam Legislation you may visit our
board’s website at www.ugdsb.on.ca.
Canada’s Anti-Spam Legislation: What
Do Parents / Guardians Need to Know?
What is Canada’s Anti-Spam Legislation?
On July 1, 2014, Canada’s anti-spam legislation (CASL) came into effect. Under the legislation, Board
staff and Trustees must not send commercial electronic messages (CEMs) that encourage
recipients to participate in any commercial activity, even if it is not-for-profit, unless they have the
recipient’s prior consent.
What are commercial electronic messages?
A CEM is an electronic message whose purpose is to encourage commercial activity. CEMs include
emails or text messages to inform parents and community members of promotions, advertising or
offers for sale, such as school pictures, field trips, fun fairs, pizza or hot dog days, yearbooks or
fundraising for school. A message is also considered a CEM when it redirects the recipient to a
website that has commercial content (e.g. an email directing someone to the fundraising page on
the school website). Electronic messages that have no commercial content, but are for
informational purposes, e.g. student progress or attendance information, notice of a community
meeting, can be sent without the recipient’s prior consent.
How does CASL apply to me?
The Board is required to comply with the Legislation. As a parent, we sometimes communicate to
you by email or text messages, in order to let you know about activities at the school. If these
activities involve promotions, advertising or offers for sale, such as school pictures, field trips, fun
fairs, pizza or hot dog days, yearbooks or fundraising for school, we are required to get your
consent before such commercial electronic messages (CEMs) are sent.
How can I give consent?
At the start of each school year, an information form will be sent home with students directing
parents and guardians to our CASL website to provide consent.
What happens if I do not provide consent?
If consent is not provided, you will not receive electronic messages containing commercial content
and may find it more difficult to be aware of the activities that take place in school, and which your
child may have an interest in participating.
FERGUS CURLING CLUB
148 St. George St. Fergus
Curling Programs for Children
The Fergus Curling Club offers the Little Rock Program for children aged 6 to 11 and the
Bantam Program for children aged 12 – 16. The cost is $84.75 for the season which includes
the HST. We supply the equipment!
The program runs from mid October through the month of March.
The Little Rocks Program runs on SUNDAY AFTERNOONS from 2:00 – 4:00 p.m.
Our Bantam Program follows at 6:30 p.m.
Certified club coaches offer instruction with the assistance of club volunteers.
Our 2014-2015 season will begin on Sunday, October 19th and will run until March 22nd.
Curling is a great team sport which does not require any specific skills, only the desire to learn,
have fun and make new friends. Equipment required is a good pair of running shoes, helmet
(hockey/riding) and warm clothing (not jeans).
We have a lot of fun and look forward to meeting you!
If you require further information, please contact Lynda at 519-846-2717 or Neil at 519-7877813, and come out to our Open House the evening of Oct. 1st or 2nd at the Club.
Lynda Waterhouse/Neil Miller
Little Rock and Bantam Curling Coaches
Eramosa Public School
October 2014
Sunday
5
Monday
6
Tuesday
7
*Pita Day
Wednesday
Thursday
Friday
Saturday
1
*Bus Safety
Assembly
2
*Food Drive
Ends
3
*Pizza Day
4
*EPSAC No
Tippy Tappy
Event @
Marden
Sportsplex
12:45-4pm
8
9
10
*Assembly 9am
*Pizza Day
11
MacMillans Fundraiser Begins
12
*Thanksgiving
Day
13
*Thanksgiving
Monday
NO SCHOOL
FOR
STUDENTS
19
20
14*Cross
Country- CW
15
16
17
*Pizza Day
18
22
*Soccer
Tournament @
Eramosa PS
23
24
25
Sportsplex
*Hot Dog Day
*EPSAC Mtg.
7pm Library
21
*Raindat
e Cross Country
Meet
*Pita Day
*Pizza Day
*EPSAC HowlO-Ween Dance
6:30-9pm
P.A. DAY
NO SCHOOL
FOR
STUDENTS
MacMillans Fundraiser Ends
26
27
*Dental
ScreeningJK/ SK/ Gr 2
28
*Photo Day
*Hot Dog Day
29
*RaindateSoccer
Tournament
30
*
31
* Halloween
Parade
*Pizza Day