Elementary School Update
May 11, 2023
Upcoming Events
Friday, May 12 ~ Elementary School Play (7pm ~ Coristine Hall)
Tuesday, May 16 ~ National Denim Day (see below)
Wednesday, May 17 ~ Gryphon Sale (7 to 11am ~ Rossy Agora)
Thursday, May 18 ~ No Breakfast Service Available
Friday, May 19 ~ Track & Field Day (see below)
Friday, May 19 ~ Half Day (dismissal by 11:30 am)(no lunch served)
Monday, May 22 ~ Holiday (school closed)
Tuesday, June 13 ~ Kindergarten End of the Year Celebration (4:30pm)
Wednesday, June 14 ~ Grades 1 to 5 School Concert & Closing Assembly (1pm)
Thursday, June 15 ~ Grades 6 Graduation (9am)
Need to Know
Jazz Cabaret 2023: Congratulations to the Grade 6 musicians who knocked it out of the park at the Jazz Cabaret on Thursday evening. It was a very entertaining evening. Bravo to Mr. Becker for producing such a wonderful evening to showcase the tremendous musicianship at Selwyn House.
Elementary School Play: The Elementary School play, Newsies Junior, will take place on Friday, May 12 at 7 PM. In lieu of admission, non-perishable food donations will be collected and donated to a local food bank.
National Denim Day: On Tuesday, May 16 staff and students who would like to participate are invited to wear denim to support the fight against breast cancer. Students may replace one or as many uniform items as they wish with denim. If denim is not being worn, regular uniform is expected. Reminder that this is not a free dress day. We ask all students wearing denim to bring in a $2 donation. If you wish to donate directly to the Cure Foundation, tax receipts are issued for donations of $20 or more.
Foire du Livre: C’est avec grand plaisir que nous accueillons la foire du livre de la librairie Babar. Les libraires seront présents avec une bonne part de leur collection les mardi 16 et mercredi 17 mai. Tous les groupes s’y rendront avec leur enseignant de français. À votre discrétion, vous pouvez confier un peu d’argent à votre fils ou bien passer à la fin des classes pour bouquiner.
KA : mardi de 8h30 à 9h10
KB : mardi de 10h05 à 10h50
1A : mardi de 14h05 à 14h40
1B : mercredi de 13h10 à 13h50
2A : mercredi de 10h50 à 11h30
2B : mardi de 14h40 à 15h15
3A : mardi de 12h30 à 13h10
3B : mercredi de 10h05 à 10h50
4A : mercredi de 14h05 à 14h40
4B : mercredi de 8h30 à 9h10
5A : mardi de 13h10 à 13h50
5B : mardi de 9h10 à 9h50
6A : mercredi de 14h40 à 15h15
6B : mercredi de 9h10 à 9h50
ES Track and Field Day: Elementary School Track and Field Day on Friday, May 19 (half day). The event will start at approximately 9am at WAG field (Westmount Athletic Ground behind Westmount High school). Regular morning drop-off at the school. Students are required to wear SHS phys. ed. uniform with their house t-shirt, sunscreen, water bottle and a hat. Dismissal at approximately 11:30 in the Old Boys’ (East) Yard (K-2) and at 11:30 in the Guzzo Family (West) Yard (3-6). All are welcome. Please note that public parking is not available in the Westmount High School parking lot. In the case of inclement weather, adjustments will be made and parents will be notified.
From Mrs. Funamoto’s Desk: As the school year comes to a close, the teachers will be focused on creating class lists for next year. We look at balancing each class by assessing many factors. The teachers work on this task seriously and it takes time. Lists will be finalized in mid June. If you have information that will help your son to be his best self in class, please let me know by June 1. All requests will be taken into consideration; however, not all requests will be able to be granted.
End of the year Celebrations ~ Kindergarten End of the Year Celebration, Grades 1 to 5 School Closing & Concert and Grade 6 Graduation: These events have been a tradition the elementary school has had for many decades. Although the overall look and feel of the events may be different, the tradition continues. Please join us to celebrate our boys and another year coming to an end. Please see the Upcoming Events section above for dates and times.
Library news: Friday, May 19th is the last day students may borrow library books. Students are required to return all their library books by Friday, June 2nd. Afterwards we will email you regarding any outstanding books so you can check under the couch.
Summer Camps: Summer is fast approaching and we are proud to offer a wide variety of summer camp options! Invite your friends, cousins and sisters to join a fun and enriching camp experience. Options include drama camp, debate camp, football tech, rock climbing & more! For more information, see our camps webpage here.
Gryphon Sale News: Join us for the Spring Gryphon Sale next Wednesday, May 17 from 7 to 11 am in the Rossy Agora.
Argyle Shop News: Please note the changes to the sizing of the boys’ pants. Please check out the new sizing chart. Men’s sizes remain the same.
From the School Counsellor’s Desk: K -3 parents don't forget to save yourself a spot at the upcoming in-person Evening on Parenting in the Digital Age. The event is happening on Tuesday, May 16 in the front space of the Wanstall Library. You can reserve your spot by clicking here. Please sign-up by Sunday, May 14th to help with final planning. For any questions, please feel free to contact Ms. Springer via phone or email.
ES Arrival and Dismissal Times and Locations
Elementary School students should be dropped off as per the times and locations as indicated below. If a student absolutely must arrive at school before their designated time there will be supervision in the yard starting at 7:50am.
Arrival and Dismissal Times and Locations
Maternelle ~ enter & exit through 442 Argyle (7:50am & 2:30pm)
Grade 1 ~ enter & exit through Old Boys (East) Yard (8:10am & 3:15pm)
Grade 2 ~ enter & exit through Old Boys (East) Yard (8:20am & 3:25pm)
Grade 3 ~ enter & exit through archway by Veritas sign (8:05am & 3:10pm)
Grade 4 ~ enter & exit through archway by Veritas sign (8:10am & 3:15pm)
Grade 5 ~ enter & exit through laneway by Police/Fire Station (8:15am & 3:20pm)
Grade 6 ~ enter & exit through laneway by Police/Fire Station (8:10am & 3:15pm)
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