Monday Memo
Week of December 2nd, 2019
Flannel Friday
Positive bus report
Junior Mixed Volleyball
In case you missed it.....
Important Dates
Monday, December 2nd - Day 2
- Please send home the Paper Bag Princess Permission forms today
Tuesday, December 3rd - Day 3
- 8:15am - Support Staff Team Meeting
Wednesday, December 4th - Day 4
- 11:30am - Grade 6 program with Constable McCurdy
Thursday, December 5th - Day 5
- 9:15am - Jenn meeting with new Speech & Language Lisa Johnson
- 6:30pm - School Council
Friday, December 6th - Day 1
- All day - Festive Friday - Fancy Friday!
Some important information for this week....
School Building Update
We have so many great things happening at our school right now! First of all, the new tech cart is up and running and we can begin sign outs. For the short term, I will place a weekly sign out on top of the cart (similar to the large cart). I will get us another large calendar so that the sign outs are the same system for both. The library also now has 8 new Chromebooks located on the pole in the new tower.
Speaking of the library - our transformation has begun! The old furniture we no longer need has been moved - and the space feels so much more spacious :) Over time as old tech is removed, our plan is continue to open up the space and add in more flexible and comfortable seating - moving to a true learning commons space.
This past week I also got word that our request for some new doors has been approved. As you may know, the hallway doors by Yvonne's room and the gym doors are not wheelchair accessible. As we strive to meet the needs of all our students, we need accessible doors! Over March break, the board will be installing new doors in each of these locations :)
Last but not least a new, collapsible sturdy change table has been ordered for the primary handicap bathroom. This will support Fadeela and Dallas (and Jen and Jeannette!) - and others in the years to come.
Front Showcase
Now that our Under One Sun Fundraiser is over, the front showcase is looking very empty. Is there a class that would be interested in doing some art that could be placed in the front showcase? I'm looking for volunteers for each month from December - June. Please let me know!
December Pizza Lunch
A month has already passed and it's time for another Pedal for Hope fundraiser lunch! I'll put a poll on Edsby - if you wish to participate just indicate your preference of pizza. Once again I'll put a folder on my door for payment. Pizza and salad day will be Thursday, December 12th.
The Paperbag Princess
I've given each homeroom teacher the package needed for the Paper Bag Princess trip. I'm so sorry I forgot to sign the permission forms! I may have also given you the wrong form with the wrong date - I think most are right, but please double check. Please also make sure these forms are sent home on Monday and do your best to ensure all students pay by the deadline. Bus seating plans, once complete, can be provided to Mrs. E. If you have any questions, or if you need us to check if a parent has a police check, please just let me know!
Health and Safety Quarterly Report
This past week Kathy and John kindly completed the quarterly Health and Safety inspection for November. Their focus this visit was on "Slips and Trips" as it is a good time to be aware of any issues! A reminder that if it's slippery outside we do have grips available for your boots. Right now they are located in the staff room. If it would help we could put a pair in the Junior hall in the photocopier room and one in the math/science cupboard. Just let me know!
Festive Fridays
This Friday is the second of our official Festive Fridays. Let's show some great school spirit and rock the FANCY this Friday!
Such a caring community!
Upcoming Dates to Keep in Mind...
December 9th - 12th - Kawartha Heights Food Drive (more details to come)
December 11th Grade 6 Kids Program with Constable McCurdy
December 11th - Lockdown drill at 12:30pm
December 13th - Festive Friday - Fuzzy PJ Friday
December 17th and 18th - Peterborough Theatre Guild trip
December 20th - Festive Friday - Festive Holiday Sweater Friday
Just one more thing.....
Jennifer Sampson
Email: jennifer_sampson@kprdsb.ca
Website: https://kawarthaheights.kprdsb.ca/
Location: 11 Kawartha Heights Boulevard, Peterborough, ON, Canada
Phone: 705-742-7521
Twitter: @KawarthaHPS