McBride Avenue Public School 974 McBride Avenue, Mississauga Ontario L5C 1L6 Phone: 905-270-6414 ⚫ Safe Arrival: 1-855-209-6155 http://schools.peelschools.org/1377
November 2016
Look at us Learning in Kindergarten!
In the early months of Kindergarten we have been exploring our names. We practice using many different ways as we learn the letters and how to form them.
Students work on their fine motor skills by playing with loose parts (buttons, gems, pom-poms etc.), building with small materials such as blocks, sticks and clothespins, and working with various materials such as paint brushes, pencils, scissors, markers and crayons.
Principal Lee Partridge ⚫ Vice-Principal Stacy Service Superintendent Jamie Robertson 905-366-8800, ext 1308 Trustee Ward 6/11 Robert Crocker 416-528-1312
Spotlight on Kindergarten Our Kindergarten friends enjoy lots of time outdoors each day. These outdoor explorations allow us to explore nature (seasons, insects, plants), math concepts such as measurement, sorting and counting, and how to play with and get along with our friends. We often take out our writing tools so we can write and draw what we see.
Dramatic play is a big part of our days in Kindergarten. This type of play allows us to work with our classmates to plan, create, and take part in various social interactions. These play centres help us to develop our literacy and numeracy skills in meaningful ways. Just this year alone we have played House, McDonald’s, Scientists, Tim Horton’s and Hospital.
McBride Moments There was lots going on at McBride this month! We had Golf lessons, we played on our new basketball nets, and of course, we celebrated Halloween! Take a look at all the fun and learning that happens at McBride.
Upcoming School Events and Notifications School Hours and Nutrition Breaks Morning entry bell 8:40 Class instruction begins 8:45 Nutrition break #1 11:05-11:45 Nutrition Break #2 1:05 - 1:45 Dismissal 3:05
School Council Our next school council meeting will take place on W ednesday November 16th beginning at 6:30 in the school Library. All school parents and guardians are welcome to attend.
Support For Haiti As you know, a devastating hurricane struck the Caribbean on Oct. 4, resulting in the destruction of homes and schools, and the displacement of six million children and families in Cuba, Dominican Republic, Haiti and Jamaica. On Tuesday, Oct. 18, 2016, students were invited to participate in Toonie Tuesday to Send Hope for Hurricane Matthew Relief. Together we raised over $314.00.
Picture Retake Day Picture Day will take place on N ovember 9th for all students in Jk-grade 6 who did not have their photo
taken on October 12th or for those who wish to have their photo redone. Parents/Guardians are asked to write a note in their child’s agenda if they will be have a retake done on November 9th.
Volunteers Over the year you will have several opportunities to volunteer at McBride Avenue P.S. If you are planning to volunteer (pizza program, class trips, in the school, etc.) you must have a Vulnerable Sector Screening Criminal Record Check from the Peel Police Department. Please note these screening checks can take up to a month, so make sure you apply now. Once your name is on file at the Peel District School Board, you are able to volunteer in any Peel school.
Pizza Lunches Our pizza program is up and running. Thank you to all the families that filled in the pizza order form for October and November. Please be reminded that we will be collecting orders one month at a time. No orders can be placed the morning of pizza day. Please remember to send in your completed order form and payment with exact change by the order date.
Upcoming Dates to Remember November 17th Reporting to parents evening November 18th Reporting to parents day - No school The full school year Calendar can be found on the Peel District School Board's web site at www.peelschools.org
Tea and Talk at McBride Parenting is a full time role! Please come and join us for a workshop about:
Parenting in Canada November 22, 2016 9:00am - 10:30am In the school library Meet with the Principal or Vice Principal and know about school updates. Talk with Mahua (The Bridge Generation Program Facilitator) and learn about: ● Using positive discipline strategies at home ● Setting clear limits and routines with your child ● Canadian laws and policies about parenting For any questions, please contact your school settlement worker, Lily Tel: 905-609-4115 email: l
[email protected]
Safety at McBride Help protect students with severe allergies by keeping lunches and snacks peanut-free Anaphylaxis is a potentially life-threatening allergic reaction that affects some children. We ask that you help us take care of these students by sending lunches and snacks for your child that are free from peanuts or nuts, because these foods are the leading cause of anaphylaxis. Please read the label of any food you plan to send to school with your child. If the label says, "May contain nuts or peanuts," please do not send it to school. You can get a complete copy of the Peel board's anaphylaxis guideline from the school office.
Safe Arrival If your child is going to be absent from school or arriving late, parents must call the safe arrival line BEFORE the cut off at 8:45 a.m. By using the Safe Arrival number, 1 -855-209-6155, parents can avoid receiving phone calls from the school. Through accessing the Safe Arrival system by logging into Synervoice, parents are also able to view their contact information on file at the school and update it if necessary; only the home phone number and address cannot be updated on Synervoice. If you need to update your home number or address, please call or visit the McBride main office.
Bus Safety Parents can access their children’s bus route information and details through the web site by clicking on the “Your Child’s Busing Information” tab located on the main page of the stopr.ca web site. You will need your child’s Ontario Educational Number (OEN), home address, school and grade in order to retrieve your child’s bus information from the web site. Parents can now sign-up to receive automatic e-mail notifications of delays or cancellations for their children’s bus run. Parents should go to www.stopr.ca and click on the “bus delays and cancellations” link and then click “subscriptions” to sign-up for this service.
Peel District School Board Information Peel schools, students and staff recognize and honour First Nation Land daily At the Peel District School Board, everything we do is designed to help each child achieve to the best of his or her ability. The board recognizes that encouraging, inclusive and respectful environments help students achieve to the best of their ability. As part of this important work, at the Regular Meeting of the board on Sept. 30, trustees approved that the following statement will be played/read each school day at all Peel schools and all board-hosted events prior to the Canadian national anthem: We would like to acknowledge that we are on the traditional territory of the Mississaugas of the New Credit First Nation.
The acknowledgement recognizes Indigenous heritage and the importance of the land that we are located on. In addition to helping build awareness about one of our local First Nation communities, the acknowledgement also honours the Truth and Reconciliation Commission’s Calls to Action about honouring Indigenous people’s historical and contemporary contributions to Canada. Students in all Peel schools will learn about the importance of the acknowledgement through lesson plans produced in collaboration and partnership with the Mississaugas of the New Credit First Nation through the use of the Sacred Trust resource.
Winter Bus Safety The following winter school bus safety tips will help to keep your child safe throughout the winter months. ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ●
Allow extra time to get to your bus stop. Wear bright clothing so the bus can see you in the early morning and late evening. Stand away from where the bus stops. Buses need extra room to stop when there is snow and ice. Use the handrail when boarding or exiting the bus to prevent slipping on wet or icy steps or road surfaces. Dress properly—winter clothing, hats, and boots will keep you warm. Don't throw snowballs at the bus or other children waiting for the bus. Don't slide on the snow or ice patches in driveways or on the street. Don't push or shove around the bus. Someone could fall down on the ice and get hurt. On very rare occasions, buses are late because of weather conditions or mechanical problems. Talk to your child about what to do if the bus is late. Here are some suggestions: When possible, wait with your child for the bus. Make sure your child knows a phone number where he can reach you or another trusted adult. Teach your child how and where to get help. Talk to your child about what a "safe" stranger is. Help your child set up a bus stop buddy system so your child has someone to wait with for the bus.
Bus Cancellation & Closing Schools Due to Bad Weather During the winter months, we may need to cancel buses or close schools because of inclement weather. Information regarding details of cancellations or closures will be announced on radio and television stations listed below and posted at www.peelschools.org, school websites and www.stopr.ca. Information will also be available on Twitter (@Peelschools), Facebook (www.facebook.com/peelschools) or by calling 905-890-1010 or 1-800-668-1146. VIRGIN RADIO FM99.9 CFNY FM102.1/AM640 NEWSTALK 1010 AM FM Z103.5 CHIN FM100.7/AM1540 BREAKFAST TELEVISION
CHUM AM1050 CJCL AM590 EZ ROCK FM97.3 FM93.1 CBC99.1 GLOBAL NEWS
CFTR AM680 CHFI FM98.1 CJBC (FR) AM860 FM Q107 CTV CITYPULSE
One of the following messages will be announced: eel District School Board buses are cancelled. P This means that schools remain open for students and staff, but buses are cancelled. Bus cancellations could occur in all or parts of municipalities. Buses will remain cancelled all day. All activities that require busing will also be cancelled. Permits, night school classes, child care and other activities in schools will operate as usual. All Peel District School Board schools and board offices are closed. This means that all schools and Board offices are closed to students and staff. All activities in schools and board offices are also cancelled, including child care, night school and permits. All evening programs and permits at the Peel District School Board are cancelled. This means that all activities in schools and Board offices are cancelled, including continuing education courses and events. The buildings will be closed. All weekend programs and permits at the Peel District School Board are cancelled. This means that all activities in schools and Board offices are cancelled, including continuing education courses and events. The buildings will be closed.
Nov. 25 opportunity to say 'thanks' to Peel Custodial & Maintenance Workers Day In 2014, the board of trustees declared the last Friday in November as the Peel Custodial and Maintenance Workers’ Day. This year, the recognition day falls on Friday, Nov. 25, 2016. Take this opportunity to thank the important work of custodial and maintenance workers and their hard work and commitment to well-being and safety.
Is French Immersion right for my child? If your child will be starting grade 1 in September 2017, one of the important choices you will make is whether you want to apply for the French Immersion (FI) program. What is the program like? What are the advantages and disadvantages of the program? One way to help answer these questions is to attend the information meeting on Wednesday, Nov. 30, 2016 at 7 p.m. at the French Immersion school your child would attend. To find out the FI school your child would attend: ● visit our website www.peelschools.org/French ● call the school in your area ● call 905-890-1010 or 1-800-668-1146 ext. 2212 Online application The application form for Grade 1 French Immersion for the 2017-18 school year will be available online at www.peelschools.org/French on Thursday, Dec. 1, 2016 at 1 p.m.
The deadline to register is Friday, Jan. 27, 2017 at 4 p.m. Applications received after that date will be put on a waiting list. A French Immersion enrolment cap is in place. This means that a specific number of spots are available for students entering grade 1 French Immersion. A random selection process will be used to identify students gaining entrance into the program. For more information about the random selection process visit www.peelschools.org/French. Important dates Information meeting Application process opens Application deadline
Wednesday, Nov. 30, 2016 at 7 p.m. Thursday, Dec. 1, 2016 at 1 p.m. Friday, Jan. 27, 2017 at 4 p.m.
For more information 1. visit www.peelschools.org/French 2. call your nearest French Immersion school, talk with parents who have children in the French Immersion program, visit the Canadian Parents for French website at h ttp://on.cpf.ca Is Extended French right for my child? If your child will be starting grade 7 in September 2017, one of the important choices you will make is whether you want to apply for the Extended French (EF) program.
What is the program like? What are the advantages and disadvantages of the program? One way to help answer these questions is to attend the information meeting on Wednesday, Nov. 30, 2016 at 7 p.m. at the EF school your child would attend.
To find out the EF school your child would attend: ● visit our website www.peelschools.org/French ● call the school in your area ● call 905-890-1010 or 1-800-668-1146 ext. 2212 Online application
The application form for Grade 7 EF for the 2017-18 school year will be available online at www.peelschools.org/French on Thursday, Dec. 1, 2016 at 1 p.m. The deadline to apply is Friday, Jan. 27, 2017 at 4 p.m. Applications received after that date will be put on a waiting list. Important dates: Information meeting Application process opens Application deadline
Wednesday, Nov. 30, 2016 at 7 p.m. Thursday, Dec. 1, 2016 at 1 p.m. Friday, Jan. 27, 2017 at 4 p.m.
For more information: 1. visit www.peelschools.org/French 2. call your nearest Extended French school, talk with parents who have children in the Extended French program, visit the Canadian Parents for French website at http://on.cpf.ca
Peel Board Students Have Choice Students have different needs, interests and abilities—our schools offer great educational opportunities to help all students achieve. For students looking for a more focused, specialized program, here are some options: Regional programs start in grades 6, 7 and 9 Students in regional programs still complete all of the requirements of the Ontario curriculum, but there is an increased focus on an area of interest. Programs include:
● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ●
Actively in Motion (AIM) Advanced Placement Arts Arts and Technology Graphic Design Management: Flexography International Baccalaureate International Business and Technology International and Executive Leadership Academy SciTech Sports Strings Truck and Coach Technology
#ChooseAction on Bullying Awareness and Prevention Week The Peel District School Board will recognize Bullying Awareness and Prevention Week during the week of Nov. 20 to 26, 2016. This year, we ask our Peel community to ‘#ChooseAction to Be the Difference’ in their classes, offices, schools, communities or world, in order to make these spaces better places for everyone. The Peel Board would like to hear about the big and small actions, the pledges, the promises and the attitudes that our Peel community value, and ask that you take a moment to share your #ChooseAction moments on social media. Across the Peel board, schools use many programs and initiatives to prevent bullying and to intervene when bullying happens. Though the programs vary, their messages are consistent. Students are taught to: ● define bullying ● identify forms of bullying ● identify the shifting roles in bullying relationships, for example the person who bullies, the target, the bystander or the trusted advocate ● determine how to safely “choose action” to prevent and intervene in bullying & harassment ● understand that bullying is a relationship problem with relationship solutions ● determine positive ways to interact with others in an accepting, inclusive way ● demonstrate character attributes and be a leader to help maintain positive and safe school communities ● Bullying Awareness and Prevention Week is one of the key items contained in Bill 13: The Accepting Schools Act, that came into effect on Sept. 1, 2012. For more information, visit: www.peelschools.org/aboutus/safeschools/bullying/ or www.edu.gov.on.ca/eng/safeschools/prevention.html.
Train More. Rehearse More. Learn More. New Peel District School Board program offers flexible school options for student athletes, artists Does your child/teen have an intense sports or arts training and competition schedule that makes it difficult to attend school regularly? The Peel District School Board’s new Peel Region High Performers Program will offer flexible timetabling to accommodate student athletes and artists with demanding practice, competition, rehearsal and/or performance schedules. Peel Region High Performers Program will open in September 2017. Information nights will be offered as follows: Grades
Information Night
Location
4 to 5
Nov. 2, 2016 at 6:30 p.m.
Britannia Public School 1145 Swinbourne Dr. in Mississauga
6 to 8
Nov. 9, 2016 at 6 p.m.
Dolphin Sr. Public School 18 Brookside Dr. in Mississauga
Applications are now available at: w ww.peelschools.org/HighPerformers.
Parent Resources Help You Support Your Child’s Learning At the Peel board, our mission is to inspire success, confidence and hope in each child. There is no doubt that families play a vital role in helping us achieve this goal. As our partner in education, we hope you'll stay connected to your child's learning throughout his or her entire school experience. Visit www.peelschools.org/parents/helpyourchild to explore all resources available to parents. There you will find easy-to-navigate buttons that connect families to tip sheets and web pages on a number of different topics, including math, homework, special education, EQAO and mental health.
Connect with us! Subscribe to Receive News from the Peel Board Take advantage of our electronic subscription service to automatically receive a list of activities by email on a monthly basis. Subscriptions are sent the last week of the month, plus bonuses throughout the year. Subscribing is easy; just visit the board’s website at www.peelschools.org and click on the subscription link under "Quick Links." You can also subscribe to receive:
News releases Keep up with the news at the Peel board. Subscribe to receive Peel board news releases to learn more about board news and school events. Board agendas Learn more about Peel board meetings by subscribing to receive agendas. Meetings of the board are open to the public and are held on the second and fourth Tuesday of the month. Board highlights
Briefing is a newsletter with highlights of decisions made by trustees at board meetings. It is sent out on the second and fourth Thursday of every month and immediately following any special board meetings. Job postings for non-teaching staff Learn about each new non-teaching job that is posted on the Peel board's Job Board.
Visit McBride’s Website: http://schools.peelschools.org/1377
Want to keep up to date with what’s happening at McBride? Check out our school website where you'll find: ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ●
the latest school news contact information for school administration, superintendent and trustee calendar enrolment data school hours mission, vision and values registration information printable forms frequently asked questions volunteer information EQAO reports
Keep up to date with our website subscription service Our new website also features a subscription service where you can sign up to receive email notifications for school news, calendar events and volunteer job opportunities. You can also choose to be notified via email and/or text message for critical news, such as school closures due to bad weather. Click on the subscribe link on the left-hand side of the main page of our website.
Follow us on Twitter! At McBride, we use Twitter as a way to connect with the world and share all of the amazing learning that is happening in our classrooms. Check it out @mcbrideaveps! For the latest information about what is going on in the board, follow @peelschools
*NEW* Community Corner Stay up-to-Date with Community-Based Opportunities The Peel District School Board is pleased to introduce an electronic resource page on www.peelschools.org called, Community Corner, which contains links to information and resources in the community that may be of interest to students and their families. This site replaces our previous method of sending promotional materials about community clubs, camps, contests, fundraisers and events home with students on a regular basis. How you can access Community Corner 1. Visit www.peelschools.org/parents/communitycorner 2. Click on the “Community Corner” button, found on the main page of school websites, as well as on www.peelschools.org.
