Westwood Public School
“Together we make a difference!”
Newsletter – March 2013
PRINCIPAL’S MESSAGE:
The Boogie-A-Thon is here again!! It is our major fundraiser of the year with all funds going towards the purchase
of technology for our students. Last year we raised over $4700 and all funds went toward the purchase of 20 iPad
minis. This year the Boogie-a-thon theme is Just Dance. We will have black lights and a disco ball. Please wear light
colours that will glow in the black lights. Please feel free to join your child's class on Friday,
March 8th wearing your dance attire.
The Boogie-a-thon dance schedule is as follows:
Primary classes
9:15-10:15 a.m.
Junior classes
11:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m.
Intermediate classes
1:40-3:15 p.m.
Kindergarten children not attending school on Friday March 8th are welcome to come and dance with their parents
or caregivers.
Cheques of $20 or more made out to the Upper Grand Learning Foundation will be issued a tax receipt. We
appreciate any support you can provide. We look forward to Boogieing the day away.
From all the staff here at Westwood, we wish you and your family and safe and restful March Break.
SHAMELESS IDEALISTS
The Shameless Idealists sold candygrams in February prior to Valentines Day. Students purchased a heart-shaped
sucker for their friends and family members at school. With three very busy days of sales the Shameless Idealists
were proud to raise $160. 42 for the West Willow Woods Emergency Food Pantry.
WONDERKIDS:
The theme for February was Kindness/Compassion.
February winners are:
Kindergarten - Navaeh & Caressa
Grade 1 - Ben & Madison
Grade 2 – Nina & Lilley
Grade 3 – Kya & Gemini
Grade 4 – Gavin & Mitchel
Grade 5 – Ethan & Isaac
Grade 6 – Harrison & Larenne
Grade 7 – Rachael
Grade 8 – Tiana & Zoe
March’s theme is Honesty.
MARCH BREAK:
March Break begins on Monday, March 11th – Friday, March 15th. Students return to school
on March 18th.
SCHOOL COUNCIL:
Next meeting is Wednesday,
April 10, 2013 , at 6:45 PM, in the staff room.
BOOGIE-A-THON:
All money is due March 7th!
The Boogie-a-thon will take place on Friday, March 8th. The theme is Just Dance.
are more than welcome to join us in the gym - be prepared to boogie-down!!!
Parents
LIBRARY NEWS:
March is a great month to read! Especially during March Break! Be sure your child brings home a
library book over the break. If you need more reading material, why not head to the public
library too? Of course there are lots of activities available online too. Don’t forget our Board
website UG2GO. It has educational, grade-appropriate activities and several online books to
read. Another great website is www.teachingkidsnews.com .It takes current news stories and writes an article
appropriate for kids! A super way to get reading and stay in touch with current events! Finally, March break is a
super time to start some spring cleaning and while you’re at it, look for any lost library books! Remember, any
missing books have a $10 replacement fee. Have a wonderful March break and happy reading!!
SAFETY PATROL NEWS:
Tuesday, March 5th - Period 3 - Safety Patrol Presentation
The Patrol Officers are doing a Safety Patrol Presentation. All current Safety Patrollers & Captains should attend
this review session. Also, those students who signed-up to train and become Safety Patrols are invited to this
presentation to learn about the program.
UPCOMING EVENTS
March 5
March 7
March 8
March 11-15
March 21
March 26
March 27
March 28
March 29
April 1
Safety Patrol Meeting
Mad Science
Boogie-a-thon
March Break
Mad Science
Wonderkids 11:10 a.m. Theme Honesty
Grad Pictures
Mad Science
Good Friday
Easter Monday
March 2013
March is Nutrition Month
Eat like a champion!
Soccer, dance, hockey, swimming… Whatever activities your child enjoys, feeling good is what
it’s all about. You need three nutrients in your diet for long-lasting energy; carbohydrates,
protein and some fat. Choose a variety of food from each of the four food groups from Canada’s
Food Guide, meals should contain at least 3 food groups and snacks should contain at least 2.
The more colour on your plate, the more vitamins and minerals you’ll take in.
Pack a Snack!
A small, mostly carbohydrate snack before a game or activity can give your child the energy they
need such as fresh fruit mixed with yoghurt and a couple handfuls of trail mix.
Stay Hydrated!
Not drinking enough water can slow your child down. Water is the best drink to have before and
after playing sports and games. Milk and smoothies can boost hydration too. Avoid other
beverages such as energy or sports drinks, juices and cocktails.
Stay Active. Eat Like a Champion!
Wellington-Dufferin-Guelph Public Health
1-800-265-7293 | www.wdgpublichealth.ca
info@wdgpublichealth.ca
Graduation Pictures:
On Wednesday March 27th the grade 8’s will be having their graduation pictures taken from 9:00 am till 12:50.
Forms will be spent home with students shortly!
Homeworkhelp.ilc.org
Access to Free Online Math Homework
Help for Grades 7, 8, 9 and 10
The Upper Grand District School Board in partnership with the Ministry of
Education and the Independent Learning Centre is pleased to bring the Homework
Help program to students. This program offers free, online, math help for students
in Grades 7, 8, 9 and 10. Key features of the site include:
• Ask a Teacher interactive tutorial rooms with Ontario Certified Mathematics
Teachers
• Listen and Learn Lessons
• Interactive Tutorials
• Online scientific calculator and mathematics glossary
Student Accounts
Students may register at home (if they have not already done so at school). Simply
go to:
https://homeworkhelp.ilc.org
and register your child for a student account. You will need to provide your child’s
Ontario Education Number (OEN) and date of birth initially - but they can use the
username and password they select after initial registration.
Please note: OEN numbers can be obtained from any student report card, or
directly from your child’s school.
Guest Accounts
Parents may obtain guest accounts. Simply select “guest” as the account type when
registering. Guest accounts allow parents to explore the resources on the site and
watch the interactions between students and tutors.
For more information, visit homeworkhelp.ilc.org or email the eLearning Contact for the Upper Grand at homeworkhelp@ugdsb.on.ca