Dear Families,
There were many great things happening at GPS this week.
It started with classes getting to spend a final day with Mohawk knowledge keepers, Mandy & Crystal. It has been wonderful to have repeated visits with them throughout the year. They have shared many teachings with us and helped us to better understand Haudenosaunee culture and ourselves.
Our courtyard has seen a dramatic transformation since the last time you saw it. A little (a lot of) elbow grease, some fresh paint, astroturf, umbrellas and seating. We have been loving the extra space for learning, working, socializing and relaxing. Thank you to the Kinsmen for their generous donation and to our school council for their ongoing support.
Many of our Track athletes returned to Invista for the DistrictTrack and Field meet on Wednesday! We have so much skill at GPS. A huge thank you to families for bringing students to and from the practice, for all of the staff who volunteered their time to coach and make the track outings possible, and to the students for learning, practicing, and giving it their all.
Thursday was Free Hot Dog day, and who doesn't love a free hot dog?....
The week ended with our Grade 8 students visiting LaSalle Secondary School on Friday. It was a great experience and helped get them even closer to graduating from GPS.
Our week ahead looks even fuller!....
We have been rehearsing and setting up for the Spring Concert Wednesday. We can't wait to showcase our talent and invite all of our family and friends. Tickets for the show that have been prebooked will be sent home on Monday. Please let us know if what you receive, doesn't match what you booked. We want to make sure everyone gets a chance to see the show!
If after booking you would like to add your name to the waiting list for additional tickets, you may add your name to the waitlist here.
The planning for our water fun day is underway! It will be an afternoon of water fun on Friday Please ensure students come with a towel, sunscreen, and a hat. Students are encouraged to wear appropriate water attire for this super-fun day!
Many classes have booked year end trips and permission forms will be coming home this week. School council will be covering the cost of bussing and other expenses (i.e., entrance fees) up to $20 per student. Thank you!!!
A friendly reminder to check your students for ticks and to apply sunscreen prior to coming to school as our school yard is very sunny!
Looking forward to a great week ahead!
Jean Paquin, Principal & Emily Stephen, Vice Principal
Free to be Glenburnie - Spring Concert
Our Spring Concert is getting closer! Please read this information carefully for details. We are hopeful that all students will be able to be a part of both the matinee and evening performance. Please consider skipping other extra-curricular activities for one evening to be a part of it.
Date: June 15 (matinee and evening performance)
Time: 2:00pm matinee and 6:30pm (students need to be there 30 minutes prior)
Guests: Each student is able to invite 4 guests.(to a maximum of 8 per household)
Tickets: Use the link below to select your tickets - 4 per child
Attire:
With a celebration of diversity as the theme, each class is asked to wear a different colour unadorned top. This can be a t-shirt, long sleeve shirt, blouse, dress, etc. The classes chose their colours as follows:
6/7/8 - red
4/5/6 - yellow
2/3/4 - blue
1/2 - purple or pink
KG - green
Before buying new, check closets, turn adorned items inside out to see if words and pictures are visible, borrow from friends, family and classmates, and check the thrift stores. If you need help acquiring a top, please let us know. We can't wait!
June is Pride Month
This Week:
Monday, June 13 (Day 5)
Crazy Sock Day – wear your craziest socks
Tuesday, June 14: (Day 1)
Spring Concert - Dress Rehersal
Wednesday, June 15: (Day 2)
Spring Concert - Matinee 2:00, Evening 6:30
Cake Raffle
Thursday, June 16: (Day 3)
Friday, June 17: (Day 4)
Water Fun Day
Bake Sale
Hot Lunch - Chicken Fingers & Fries
Freezie + Bookmark Friday
Dress for Success Formal Wear
Dress for Success Kingston is offering free access to formal wear for any students in need of formal wear for formal/prom, a special occasion, or graduation celebrations.
Email: kingston@dressforsuccess.org
Tel: 613-483-1833
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Ontario School battery recycling challenge
The 2021/2022 School Year Calendar
https://www.limestone.on.ca/news/what_s_new/ldsb_school-year_calendar_approved
Early ON
EarlyON programs will resume at GPS the week of February 3rd. EarlyON offers free programs for parents and caregivers with children from birth to 6 years.
Special Note: Programs have moved to a pre-registration format where all participants are required to sign-up in advance. To sign up go to www.keyon.ca. Click "Register" and follow the instructions.
Programs at GPS will be scheduled on Wednesdays & Fridays from 9:30-12:00
GPS Advisory Council (SAC)
New and returning members attended our first school council meeting of 2021-2022 last week and elected some new representatives for some key positions.
Co-chairs - Stacey Andrews and Melissa Harding
Treasurer - Keeth Petty
Secretary - Sarah Purvis
You also can follow us on Facebook at:
https://www.facebook.com/GlenburnieSchoolCouncil
or on Twitter at @GPScouncil
We would love to have you as part of our council!!
Glenburnie Public P.S.