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Hanover Public School
Our place to learn, Our place to grow
www.schools.peelschools.org/1428
Hanover Public School
215 Hanover Road
Brampton, Ontario
L6S 1B6
Phone: 905-793-4237
Fax: 905-793-1370
Dear Parents/Guardians:
We’ve had a very busy start to the school year! Our staff and students have
been working hard to make the start of this year successful. We are so fortunate
indeed to be a part of such a good school community.
Dates to Remember
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Dec. 2 School Council
6:00-7:30pm
Dec. 16 -9:10am
Holiday Assembly
Dec. 18 -9:10am
Character Assembly
Pizza Days ($2/Slice)
Every Wed. beginning
Dec. 2
at 2nd Nutrition Break
Laren Emms
Principal
905-793-4237
Michael Logue
Superintendent
905-451-2862
Carrie Andrews, School
Trustee
905-793-0800
December 2015
School Council will meet and hold elections for Council positions on Wednesday,
December 2nd @6pm.
Hanover’s Skating program has begun. We have some skates available for
students who borrow skates for the program. If you have skates that you wish to
donate to the school, please bring them in to the office.
Thank you to all the parents who are helping us to keep the Kiss’N’Ride lanes
moving. If you need to exit your vehicle to pick up children, please park in a
designated parking spot in the lot or find street parking. Cars cannot be parked
in the Kiss’N’Ride as it is a fire lane and also make it very unsafe for students to
cross. Please ensure that if you are using the Kiss’N’Ride, that children are able
to (un)buckle themselves and exit the vehicle independently. Students must exit
on the right-hand side of the vehicle only. Drivers should remain in the vehicle at
all times.
Progress Reports will be sent home on Monday, December 14, 2015.
Together we’ll be working as a community of students, staff and parents,
keeping in focus the best interests of your child(ren).
L. Emms,
Principal
Principal
Fundraising Update
Thank you to all of the families who participated in our Lamontagne Fundraiser. We completed
the fundraising sales on November 30th. Two early-bird draws were held. The first draw was
on Friday, November 20, 2015 and Stereo Headphones were won by Brooklyn in Kindergarten
and Shy’Ann in Grade 3. The second draw was on Wednesday, November 25, 2015 and Giant
Goonie Birds were won by Ariel in Grade 3 and Shakira in Grade 5. The top sellers will be
announced in our January newsletter.
Help your family stay warm this winter
Canada Safety Council recommends the following tips for staying comfortable and preventing
hypothermia when working or playing outdoors:
 Wear a warm hat—most body heat is lost through the head. Children should keep an
extra hat at school.
 Wear layered clothing. Layers allow warm air to stay trapped around the body.
 Protect your feet and hands. Wear loose waterproof boots. If the boots have liners,
carry an extra pair to replace damp ones or take an extra pair of socks. Invest in thick
socks to keep your feet warm. Mittens are warmer than gloves. Carry an extra pair of
mittens to school, on outings, etc.
 Prevent dehydration and exhaustion, which can lead to hypothermia. Drink plenty of
fluids and pace yourself when doing vigorous activities.
 Stay fit by exercising and eating well—people who are fit are less susceptible to
hypothermia.
 If you stay indoors, avoid moving from a hot environment to a cold one. Excessive
sweating caused from an extreme change in temperature increases the risk of
developing hypothermia.
 Eat high-energy food such as nuts and raisins. A balanced diet will also help keep you
warm and healthy in the winter.
 If you are travelling (on the road or in the wilderness) carry emergency supplies.
It's time to register children born in 2012 for kindergarten
We inspire success, confidence and hope in each student…and it all starts in kindergarten! If
your child was born in 2012, he or she can start kindergarten in September 2016. You can
register your child at any time during regular school hours—just visit the school he/she will be
attending, to register.
Peel schools will also hold a Kindergarten Registration Week with special registration activities
during Feb. 1 to 4, 2016. Visit Hanover 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.
What you will need to bring to registration:
Proof of child's age (one of the following)
 Canadian birth certificate
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Canadian passport
citizenship card/certificate
Permanent Resident Card
confirmation of permanent residence
work permit
refugee permit
Proof of address (one of the following)
 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
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
Apply for French Immersion by Jan. 29, 2016
If your child will be starting grade 1 in September 2016, one of the important choices you will
make is whether you want to consider French Immersion (FI). To find out more about the
program, visit www.peelschools.org/French
The application form for grade 1 FI for the 2016-17 school year will be available online at
www.peelschools.org/French as of Monday, Nov. 23, 2015 at 1 p.m. The deadline to apply is
Friday, Jan. 29, 2016 at 4 p.m. Applications received after the deadline will not be included in
the random selection process and will be placed on the school’s waitlist.
The FI school for our area is Russell D. Barber P.S. The phone number is (905) 455-7177
Enrolment cap and random selection process
As there is a grade 1 FI enrolment cap in place, there are a limited number of spots available for
students entering the program. The cap is set at 25 per cent of all Peel students enrolled in
grade 1. Spots are not assigned on a first come, first served basis. A random selection process
system is used to identify students gaining entrance into the grade 1 FI program.
All students who apply by the deadline will be assigned a rank using a computerized random
selection process. Once students have been assigned to all available spots, remaining students
will be placed, again in rank order, on the school's waitlist. Each school has its own waitlist.
How to get more information
 Visit the Peel board website—www.peelschools.org/French
Call Russell D. Barber P.S. at (905) 455-7177
 Visit the Canadian Parents for French website at http://on.cpf.ca/
Special technology offers for Peel board students, parents and staff
Does your child need a computer or tablet for school? Equity of access to technology is a key priority for
the Peel board. That's why we've worked with a number of technology companies to offer discounted
devices to Peel families and staff.
Renewed Computer Technology (RCT) offers low-cost, quality refurbished computers to families with a
low-income. Qualified applicants can purchase:
 desktop for $60
 laptop for $150
Prices include software, a two-year warranty and tax. For more information, contact RCT directly, call
905-795-0627 or visit their website at www.rcto.ca.
Peel families now have access to the following exclusive offers from VIG Solutions:
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Intel Dual Core, 2GB, 160GB computer with a 17-inch LCD monitor -- $110
10-inch netbook with 1GB ram, 160GB hard drive, Wi-Fi capability and Windows 7 -- $60.
Taxes and shipping will be applied to product costs, and all items come with a six-month
warranty. To purchase products, visit www.refurbitstock.ca/peel and enter peelregion before
proceeding.
Microsoft
Microsoft offers reduced pricing on select products. For more information, visit
http://pdsb.me/1X2RtMF.
The Peel board’s initiatives are part of the ongoing effort to create greater equity of access to
technology for Peel students, parents and staff and do not represent an endorsement of any company
or product. For all BYOD information, visit www.peelschools.org/aboutus/21stcentury/byod.
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?
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. And because you establish patterns early on. By 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 self-conscious.
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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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.
Is it a sick day?
Children do get sick sometimes – they are still developing natural resistance to certain infections, their
hygiene behaviours are still developing and germs spread more easily in a classroom. So some missed
school is unavoidable, for the child’s own well-being, and the protection of her classmates. But there are
ways to cut down on sick days.
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Teach your child about proper handwashing, after going to the bathroom, playing outside or wiping
his nose.
Follow other healthy habits, from eating nutritious food to getting enough sleep.
Some symptoms make school attendance uncomfortable, like a fever, vomiting, or diarrhea. But if
you’re unsure whether your child is sick enough to miss school, talk to your doctor.
Some children pretend to be sick to avoid school. Ask yourself is the child’s symptoms are vague,
(i.e. a headache, upset stomach, fatigue), if your child tends to miraculously recover just after school
starts or ends, or if the illness is happening during stressful times at school or at home. Allowing
your child to remain home when there’s no real illness sets a bad pattern.
If you decide to keep your child home, inform the school and keep the child in bed or doing quiet,
low-key activities. A day off from school shouldn’t be a holiday, it should be a time to recuperate
from illness, so the child can return as soon as possible.
Set the right example
Children follow the lead of their parents. If you place an importance on regular and prompt school
attendance, so will your child.
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Show interest in your child’s education by asking about the school day, celebrating school successes,
attending school events and parent-teacher interviews, volunteering at school, and communicating
with your child’s teacher. The more you value school, the more your child will.
Provide a home environment that encourages learning and curiosity.
Treat the school hours with respect. If you have to make an appointment for your child, arrange it
before or after school or, if that’s not possible, at the very beginning or end of the day.
When it comes to planning family trips, some parents will factor in the schedule in the higher
grades, but think little of pulling their child out of school. If anything, younger students can be
affected more when they miss an extended period, finding it tough to relearn classroom routines
and rejoin their peer group. Learning is cumulative, building on the skills and concepts that were
introduced before. And this process is ongoing. Family trips can be wonderful learning experiences
themselves. But if they must occur during the school year, please save them for scheduled breaks.
If your child resists going to school, for no apparent reason, talk to him or her about any possible
problems with the school, teacher or other kids. However, don’t give in to coaxing, pleading or
threatening and keep the child at home. That creates a bad precedent.
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.
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happening in the Peel District School Board.
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 learn about our schools and programs
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