Beatrice Strong W-A-G
April 29th - May 3rd
THANK YOU TO ALL STAFF, STUDENTS, AND FAMILIES! 😀
THANK YOU so much to all our staff, students, and parents/guardians who jumped in to support with Earth Day Trash Bash! Our yard, parking lots, and nearby park looks fabulous! https://drive.google.com/file/d/1u7B7TG5HV9r7Bp6wPCC4HUrrVLcuN-5L/view?usp=drivesdk
Click on the Link for a special Earth Day message from Elder, Melody Crowe!
Summer Learning Program at C.R. Gummow, Cobourg
Summer Learning Program is now accepting application for students in Grades 1-6
Teachers are currently selecting students whom they feel will benefit from summer learning in Reading and Math. The school will be contacting families this week.
Program Overview:
● Summer Learning Program begins on July 2 and ends on July 19
● In-person learning will take place between 9:00 am - 1:00 pm (drop-off available at 8:50 am, pick up is at 1:00 pm)
● Classes will be approximately 10-15 students with a focus on improving the reading and number sense skills and confidence of these students.
● Each site will have SERT support attached as well to support focused interventions during the Summer Learning Program.
Criteria for Student Participation:
● Students who have completed Grades 1- 6.
● Students who are demonstrating considerable areas of need in reading and/or mathematics as demonstrated through KPR recent assessments.
● English Language Learners who would benefit from additional English support.
Critical Mass Art Workshop
Students were provided with the incredible opportunity to participate in set-design for the stage production of Frog and Toad All Year! Frog and Toad is a book series by Author, Arnold Lobel, and is celebrating 50 years with a stage production at Capitol Theatre. Thank you to School Council member and Beatrice Strong parent, Alex Kirkham, for bringing this wonderful opportunity to Beatrice Strong. Set designs will be on display in the lobby of Capitol Theatre May 17th - June 2nd. We are so proud of all our students! Well done!
Welcome to Kindergarten at Beatrice Strong!
Thursday, May 30, 2024, 05:00 PM
French Immersion Student/Staff Visit from Ganaraska Trail
- Grades K-3 students will have a tour of BSPS
- Burrito Lunch with chips and drink
- Grade 5 Beatrice Strong Student Leaders (wearing BSPS jerseys)
- BSPS logo Water Bottles for all 300 students
- Link for volunteer sign-up sheet https://docs.google.com/document/d/1zJQPnPu2IExyclcs53e1mpT3Z0KrGUX-2C8gGbWkzJg/edit?usp=sharing
Wednesday, May 15, 2024, 11:45 AM
Schoolwide Initiative - 'Cultivating a Culture of Kindness' at Beatrice Strong
Prizes included a McDonald's gift card and a gorgeous colouring book from the Port Hope Branch of 'Architectural Conservatory Ontario' featuring the beautiful historical buildings of Port Hope!
Happy Passover to all our families who celebrate this tradition!
One of the major festivals in Judaism is Passover. It is a holiday of rejoicing when Jewish people all over the world recall their deliverance from slavery in Egypt. The word Passover comes from the idea that God passed over the houses of the Israelites, who had marked their doorposts to signify that they were children of God.
Beatrice Strong Moments
Kindy Kindness
Buddy Bench at Recess
A Visit with Elder Melody Crowe
Ms. Harris' Grade 5/6 class thoroughly enjoyed their virtual visit with Elder Melody Crowe, from Alderville First Nation! Students engaged in open dialogue with Melody about the Land, Wampum Belts, Trapping, and Beadwork. Her takeaway message to students was that "we are all unique and special...let yourself shine!"
Oliver Talent Drama Workshops
Our Junior students looking a little sheepish before coming out of their shells, during our Drama workshops. Students in all grades have had a blast with facilitators Shannon and Maeghan!
EQAO Assessment Dates for Grade 3 and 6: June 3rd-6th
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=U83inNrQ1UU
Click on this link to watch a video about EQAO, which will help support your understanding of the online Assessment. Students in Grade 3 and Grade 6 will participate in the online Assessment at school this year between June 3rd - June 6th.
Kiss and Ride Changes COMING SOON!
https://heartandart.ca/school-kiss-and-ride-zone-safety-for-all/ (click for more information)
School Kiss and Ride zone locations are designed to drop off and pick up children in vehicles before and after school. In some schools over 200 students are picked up and dropped off every day. In winter and on rainy days, this number increases relative to worsening weather conditions. Kiss and Ride lanes are designed to have up to 100 vehicles driving through during a 20 minute period. It is important to keep all students and staff safe. Rules and guidelines are put in place to keep vehicles moving and to ensure the safe entry and exit of students from vehicles. Stay tuned for specific rules about Kiss and Ride at Beatrice Strong...
What's Up This Week?
Monday, April 29th - Day 1
Jump Rope for Heart - Kickoff Assembly 2:45-3:15
Numeracy Coach Visit
Lego Club
Friday, May 3rd - Day 5
Blue Blue Jays Challenger/Rookie Baseball Club, Gr. 3-6 (middle block)
Looking Ahead 👀
What's Coming Up?
- May 5 - National Day of Awareness for Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women, Girls, and Two-Spirit People (MMIWG2S)
- May 10, 17, 27 - Blue Blue Jays Challenger/Rookie Baseball Club, Gr. 3-6 (Day 5s)
- May 7 - Worry Busters Group 9:30
- May 8 - Oliver Talent Drama Workshop (Last Visit)
- May 14 - Atlantic Salmon Fry Release, Grade 2/3
- May 14 - Worry Busters Group 9:30
- May 15 - Ganaraska Trail F/I K-3 students visit BSPS (tour and lunch)
- May 16 - Principal Meeting
- May 17 - Jump Rope for Heart
- May 20 - Victoria Day (no school)
- May 21 - School Track & Field
- May 21 - Worry Busters Group 9:30
- May 23 - Staff Meeting
- May 28 - Grade 5/6 McNab Trip/Treetop Trekking
- May 28 - Worry Busters Group 9:30
- May 29 - Frog and Toad, Capitol Theatre
- May 29 - NVCI Training
- May 30 - Worry Busters Group 9:30
- May 30 - Area Track & Field Meet
- May 30 - Welcome to Kindergarten Night / JK-SK F/I Information Night
- June 3 - 6 EQAO (Grade 3 & 6)
- June 7 - PA Day - Report Card Writing
- June 12 - Beatrice Strong Family BBQ Night 5:00- 7:00 pm
- June 25 - Grade 6 Celebration 12:00 pm
- June 26 - Term 2 Report Cards/IEPs go home
- June 27 - Last day of school for students
- June 28 - Board Directed PA Day (Welcome new Staff members)
What's New in Indigenous Education?
Indigenous Education Theme for April - Land
The Indigenous Education Department is excited to announce our new K-12 Resource Lending Library called The KPR Indigenous Collection. Here you will find books organized by division with ideas on how to use them to meet different curriculum needs. Order book bins directly from the LRC by clicking on the hyperlinks in the resource. Links to other department resources that support instruction on these themes are also included. Please contact the Indigenous Education Consultant team if you have any questions: Brittiny Stephenson or Marjolaine LaPointe.
Weekly Reminders :)
- Duty to Report: https://webforms.kprdsb.ca/lc/libs/livecycle/core/content/login.html?ap=1
- Wear Safety Vests when outdoors for Supervision
- Lineups Grades 1-3 and 4-6 whenever students are transitioning into the school at the bell