CHERRYTREE PUBLIC SCHOOL
155 Cherrytree Drive
Brampton, ON L6Y 3M9
t 905.454.2251
f 905.454.0216
http://schools.peelschools.org/1577
Principal:
Mrs. Laura Temple-Smith
Vice-Principal:
Mrs. Sally Ann Gibson
Office Manager:
Mrs. Rajinder Chahal
Cherrytree Newsletter
February 2015
Thank you to all the parents that came out on Thursday, January 29 to celebrate student
success at the January assemblies. The focus for January was honesty. Congratulations and
thank you to our Cherrytree students who demonstrate honesty each and every day. The
character trait we will be focusing on in February is inclusion—I belong, you belong, we all
belong at Cherrytree. The February assemblies will be held on Thursday, February 26m 2015.
The Spirit Day for February is Beach Day.
Report Cards
Kindergarten Summary of Progress reports went home on Thursday, January 29. Report cards
for students in grades one to four will go home this Thursday, February 5.
There is no formal interview day for the first term report cards. In the report card, there is a
note from your child’s classroom teacher. The note will either ask for an interview or state that
your child is progressing well and no interview is required at this time. If you wish to speak with
your child’s teacher, please call the office and leave a message. We ask you to leave a message
so that teachers can spend school time working with students.
Kindergarten Registration
It's Time to Register Children Born in 2011 for Kindergarten
Register at Cherrytree Public School on Feb. 2, 3, 4 & 5
We inspire success, confidence and hope in each student…and it all starts in kindergarten! If
your child was born in 2011, he or she can start kindergarten in September 2015. Registration
will be held at our school from 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. on Feb. 2, 3, 4 and 5, and between 5:00
and 8:00 p.m. on Feb. 5.
What You Will Need to Bring to Registration
Proof of Child's Age (one of)
 Canadian birth certificate
 Canadian passport or citizenship card/certificate
 Permanent Resident Card
 Confirmation of permanent residence
 Work permit
 Proof of refugee status
Proof of Address (one of)
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Ontario driver's license
Utility bill
Bank statement/client slip (directly from financial institution)
Credit card statement
Federal government forms (e.g. Social Insurance Number, Service Canada documents)
Purchase agreement (lease agreements are not accepted)
Proof of Custody
Children must live with their parent(s) unless provided documentation supports an alternate
living arrangement
Proof of Immunization
Proof that your child has been immunized/vaccinated
Please call Peel Public Health at 905-799-7700 for information about the immunization
schedule in Ontario and for information on how to have your child immunized.
Extended-day Program for Kindergarten Students
Families have the option of enrolling their child in before and after-school programs developed
by the Ministry of Education to complement the kindergarten program. These programs are run
by qualified, experienced staff from our childcare partners. At registration, we will ask families
to tell us whether they are interested in the extended-day programs. The programs can only
run if there is enough interest among families.
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Registering Students with Special Needs
Students who have a demonstrated developmental disability, physical disability, hearing or
vision loss or ASD/PDD diagnosis may require specialized support in the school setting.
The Peel board's Special Education Support Services department looks forward to working with
families as planning for their child's entry to school in September begins. For information about
this planning process, call 905-890-1010/1-800-668-1146 ext. 2315.
For more information
For more information about the kindergarten program in Peel public schools, contact your local
school or the Peel District School Board at 905-890-1010/1-800-668-1146 ext. 2548 or 2570.
Parents Welcome
School Council Meeting
Our next Cherrytree School Council Meeting will be held on Thursday, February 12 at 6:30 p.m.
Please come out and support your children’s school. All parents are welcome.
Our School Success for 2014-15 continues to be focused on Mathematics and Reading.
Mathematics is a focus for the Peel District School Board and Cherrytree. There is a specific
focus on numeracy.
Math Night at Cherrytree
We are having a Math Night at Cherrytree. Please mark Thursday, March 5 on your calendar.
We are inviting you to come and learn how to engage and support your children in
mathematics. A flyer will be sent home next week. Please check your child’s backpack for a
bright pink flyer.
Black History Month
February is Black History Month. Throughout February, students will be learning about our
Canadian black heritage.
On Wednesday, February 4, our new Trustee, Kathy McDonald, is coming to Cherrytree. As well
as her new role as a Trustee, Kathy McDonald is a well known story teller. We are very excited
to welcome her to Cherrytree. She will be telling stories to our students in grades 1 to 4.
Mrs. Regis Kankam, a member of our Cherrytree staff, will be presenting songs and stories
about our black heritage to our kindergarten students.
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School Success at Cherrytree
Our school success plan for 2014-15 is focused on improving our students’ literacy and
mathematics skills. During term 1 and in term 2, the teachers participate in teacher learning
days in order to plan and implement units of study that support these goals.
This year, we continue our implementation of the Leveled Literacy program. Thank you to all
the parents who read regularly with their children. You do make a difference. During February,
our grade 2 and our new grade 1 teachers will receive training on the use of the new program.
Computer Resources to Help Your Child
Parents of students in grades 1 to 4 have received two letters recently about computer based
programs that you can use at home with your students. One letter was about a reading
program called Raz Kids, which you can access from home. The second letter was about a
Mathematics program called IXL, which is also accessible at home. The letters give specific
instructions about passwords and how to access the programs. If you did not receive these
letters, please check your child’s backpack. Should you need another copy, please write a note
in your child’s agenda to the classroom teacher. Students have been introduced to these
programs at school and are encouraged to continue building their skills by using them at home.
Arriving at School on Time
School at Cherrytree begins at 8:55 a.m. The first bell rings and students come inside to
remove their outdoor clothing and get ready for the day. The second bell rings at 9:00 a.m.
Class instruction starts promptly at 9:00 a.m. Please have your children at school on time.
Research shows that arriving at school on time and regular attendance, help students succeed
in school. Please help us to give your child every advantage by having them at school by 8:55
a.m.
Please note: During inclement weather, such as extreme cold or heavy rain, the students are
brought into the school at 8:45 a.m. Send your child dressed for the weather. If the
temperature moderates during the day, the students will go out for recess and after lunch.
Food Policy at Cherrytree
Because of the severe allergies and the safety of all our students, staff cannot distribute treats
or food which has been sent in from home. If you wish to remember your child’s birthday or
wish to send in a class treat, please consider items such as pencils, special erasers or a little
note book. Bags containing candy or food items cannot be distributed.
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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 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.
Bus Cancellation & 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.
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www.facebook.com/peelschools or by calling 905-890-1010 or 1-800-668-1146.
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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 busing will also be cancelled. Permits, night school classes, child care and
other activities in schools will operate as usual.
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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.
As I write this, it is very cold outside and more snow is expected. Please dress your children
warmly to help them enjoy the cold weather. This means snow pants, winter boots, mittens, a
warm jacket, and a hat.
Mrs. Gibson and I look forward to seeing you at our February Student Success Assemblies on
Thursday, February 26.
Electronic Communication from Cherrytree
Would you like to receive Synervoice announcements or emails about special events at
Cherrytree? Please read this important information.
As you may know, Canada’s new anti-spam law came into effect on July 1, 2014. This law
requires the Peel District School Board and its schools to have consent from you before we send
you any electronic communication (e.g. synrevoice texts, email) that contains commercial
information.
While the majority of Cherrytree Public School’s electronic communication to families is about
school and/or Peel board initiatives and activities, we may also include commercial information,
such as details about fundraisers, field trips, and the sale of yearbooks, student pictures, book
sales, and event tickets, special offers for Peel students and families, or similar events and offers.
Although we may have previously collected your email address, in order to be compliant with
the new law, we must receive your consent (in writing) to send electronic communication from
our school to you.
If you wish to receive information, including school newsletters, from our school via email or
other electronic communication, please provide your consent by filling out and submitting the
online form available at http://subscribe.peelschools.org
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You may also choose to provide your consent by filling in the information required below and
returning this form to your child's teacher. If you do not provide your consent below, you will
not receive any electronic communication from Cherrytree P.S.
You may withdraw your consent and unsubscribe from our communications at any time by
clicking the unsubscribe link in any future email. If you have any questions or concerns, please
contact the school at 905-454-2251.
**Please note this consent request is separate from our school website’s subscription service.
Even if you have already provided consent to receive emails from our school website, you must
still complete and submit this form in order to receive information updates from the school via
other electronic means.
Please go on line to register.
http://subscribe.peelschools.org
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