Emily Carr
November 2015
Message From Administration
At this time of year, we like to remember those who make Emily Carr a wonderful place to be! Thank you to all of the staff for their time and dedication, putting in countless hours towards the many extra-curricular activities offered to our students. We also think of the many volunteers who devote so much of their time to running programs around our school. Your volunteer support allows the school to provide experiences that are above and beyond what can normally be provided. And thank you to our Interlink Choir who share the joy of music with so many of our students each Monday. Thank you all so much!
As a school we have thoroughly enjoyed getting to know your children and are very impressed with the growth they have made in coming together as learners and as classroom citizens.
Congratulations!
Student Leadership at EC:
This year the student leadership team is made up of three groups; Student Life, OELC, and Me to WE. This group of sensational students continues to address a variety of student needs, to promote awareness, and to build school spirit here at EC!
Student Leadership is well underway and kicked off this year with a scream as they solved puzzles and riddles in a school-wide scavenger hunt and costume spirit day. Also, many of our students in grades 6, 7, and 8 participated in a speedy cup-stacking event organized by the OELC team!
This month the OELC team also began basketball intramurals and on the 26th of November, students wore a mustache and donate $0.50 to help support the "Movember" cause that raises money for research to address men's health issues such as prostate cancer. Students in grades 3 and 4 have also had fun building their creations at our Lego Club.
In December, the Me to WE group will run a Christmas Toy Drive to help support students around the world and Student Life will prepare and deliver Candy Cane Candygrams which will be sold for $0.50 to show a friend, teacher, or family member you care.
...Stay tuned for more from your Student Leadership Team!
Kernel's Popcorn is Back!
Kernels Popcorn is available once again! Bi-weekly sales begin soon.
Money was due for K-5 students on Wednesday November 25th for delivery on Thursday December 3rd.
Money will always be due the preceding Wednesday for deilvery the Thursday afterwards.
Grade 6-8 students will simply line up at first break, on the day of the sale (beginning December 3rd, and running every OTHER Thursday).
Send in $2 or use our cashless system to purchase a bag of White Cheddar, Salt & Vinegar or Buttersalt popcorn in support of our Grade 8 Graduates!
Holiday Concert:
To celebrate our Holiday Season, The Interlink Choir and the Grade 8 Band proudly present “Holiday Celebration” - a concert of music and song.
This performance will take place on Wednesday, December 9th at 7:00pm in the Emily Carr Gymnasium.
Families and friends are welcome to attend this performance by Grade 4 - 8 choir students, our Interlink Seniors, and the members of the Grade 8 Band.
Our grades 1-3 students will join our grades 4-8 performers in April for our feature production… date and title will be announced in January!
Coaches Corner
Cross Walk Safety:
The corner of Postmaster and Pine Glen is a very busy crosswalk and we thank our crossing guard for his efforts in getting everyone across the street safely. We have asked the Town of Oakville to provide us with some information so that we may help the crossing guard help us cross more efficiently; we hope to share this with you soon. In the meantime, we ask parents to assist with modelling positive crosswalk behaviours, such as patience and respectful interactions; e.g. 'excuse me', 'good morning', 'thank you'.
It takes a village to raise a child
A Musical Note
The Interlink Choir performed at the Oakville Conference Centre on November 18th in partnership with five other choirs, the Craig Kielburger Secondary School Choir, Halton Regional Police Chorus, Burlington Welsh Male Chorus and the Tempus Choral Society. This was an Heroes concert honouring the veterans, fire fighters, police and care givers of our community.
The Interlink Choir continues to meet Monday at first break. They are preparing for their December 9th School concert.
The Emily Carr Grade 8 Band is preparing for their December 9th School concert and their competition at the Golden Horseshoe Musicfest, February 18th. The students have a schedule of rehearsals. It is also on my webpage. Regular attendance is very important as they prepare for Provincials.
Students from grade 5 continue to develop their rhythm skills through various activities. They have also created a sound track to accompany a seasonal poem.
Students from grade 6 are beginning their study of First Nation music. They each have made a drum or rattle which they will use to accompany a First Nation legend.
The grade 7 students continue to develop their skills on their chosen band instrument. They are now playing the first 6 notes of the Bb concert scale. Extra practice times are Wednesday and Thursday, during second break.
The grade 8 students are starting their unit on creating a medley. They will be working in small ensembles. They are playing notes from the Bb and Eb concert scale.
By J. Barber
School Council Meeting:
Our next meeting of the Emily Carr School Council is on Monday, November 30 at 7pm in the staff room. All are welcome.
At this meeting, we will discuss the "Walk/Wheel to School" initiative and parking lot use changes. If you would like to share your views or perspectives about these items, please contact Bindu Cudjoe at Bindu.cudjoe1@gmail.com to be added to the agenda.
TIPS FOR DRESSING FOR WINTER WALKING
- Keep hands and head covered to prevent heat loss
- On really cold days wear a scarf over your face and mouth (-25°C is considered too cold for walking)
- Wear warm, waterproof boots
- Wear a warm coat and snow pants that deflect the wind
- Wear clothing or carry knapsacks with reflective material – it’s important to be seen
- If possible, tuck an extra pair of socks and mitts into your backpack just in case the ones you are wearing get wet
Dates to Remember:
November 30th: School Council 7pm (staff room)
December 9th: Holiday Concert 7pm (Gymnasium)
December 11th: Progress Reports go home
December 21-January 1st: Winter Break (No school)
January 13th: Grade 1 Information Night (Current SK)
Emily Carr School
Website: http://ecs.hdsb.ca/Content/?documents
Location: 2255 Pine Glen Road, Oakville, ON, Canada
Phone: 905 8273928
Twitter: @EmilyCarrHdsb