The government provided Medical Face Masks and Covid-19 Antigen Rapid Test Kits arrived, and we distributed them to all of our students who were present the afternoon of Friday, January 14th. Students received a Ziplock baggie with 20 face masks in it. The government’s intention was to provide a two-week supply of masks – 2 masks to be used each school day for 10 school days.

While these medical-grade masks are the recommended minimum level of protection for students, it is also acceptable if your child has another type of mask that they prefer to wear instead. Students also received a box containing 5 Covid-19 rapid tests – if you would like you could test your student 2 times a week (72 hours apart) for 2 weeks and 1 time on the third week. Again, this is a recommendation and not an expectation.

Thank you to our staff who helped ensure students brought home these government supplied items. If your student was absent on Friday, they can pick up their supplies in the office this week.

Congratulations to the many students (and parents) who participated in the Math Christmas Challenge. The puzzles were some of the hardest since the annual event began! Four students correctly solved all twelve puzzles so a draw was made to determine the order of the prize winners.

Fourth Place – Ethan Vertypora (Grade 7)

Third Place – Max Carignan (Grade 9)

Second Place – Caleb Buechler (Grade 7)

First Place – Katie Magennis (Grade 8)

In the staff division, two staff members earned a score of 100%. Congratulations to Mrs. Badger who was the prize winner.

Elk Island Public Schools (EIPS) wants to hear from you to gain a deeper understanding of your confidence in the Division and its strategic direction. As such, it’s launched a new annual survey entitled, EIPS Year in Review: Stakeholder Confidence Survey—open January 6 to 18, 2022.

The survey covers a range of topics, including student growth and achievement, learning supports, teaching and leading, governance, and resource allocations. The information gathered will help EIPS:

· assess stakeholder confidence—families, staff, Grade 12 students and community members;

· gather input to guide future decision-making;

· gather feedback to enhance its Four-Year Education Plan; and

· provide a platform for families, students, staff and community members to have a voice in ensuring high-quality, student-centred learning environments in EIPS schools.

EIPS will share the results in the Annual Education Results Report 2021-22.

TAKE THE SURVEY NOW!
Survey closes January 18, 2022

NOTE: EIPS encourages everyone to respond honestly. Your identity and answers are confidential and cannot be linked in any way to you or your child’s school. Grade 12 students will have an opportunity to complete the survey at school. Families who do not want their child to complete the survey simply need to advise their child’s school.

Aimed at youth aged 14 to 18, Ingenious+ is an innovation challenge with a goal to give youth the opportunity to innovate for good, and to share their strategies to address problems at home, across Canada and around the world.

Winners will be selected at the regional and national levels and will receive up to $10,000 and customized mentorship from leading Canadian innovators. The deadline to apply is February 15, 2022.

January 18: EIPS Survey: Year in Review Due

January 25: School Council Meeting at 6:30 p.m. via Microsoft Teams

January 27: Advanced Placement Information Session

January 31: Professional Learning Day (schools closed to students)

February 1: Grades 1-12 New Student Registration opens for 2022 - 23

February 1: Returning Student Registration opens for 2022-23

February 1: Second Semester Begins

February 2: Early Dismissal at 2:00 p.m.

February 3: Future Fair

February 3: International Baccalaureate Information Session