Category Archives: Daily Announcement

A local parent has organized the meeting outlined below to gather feedback from parents about their children’s daily walk to school and what can be done to make it safer. If you cannot attend the meeting you can email your feedback to the council at thegledhillguardian@gmail.com. The Gledhill Council will be gathering all suggestions and emailing it Phil in advance of the meeting.

What’s on this week?

Today

• Gledhill School Council Meeting – 6-7:30pm – in the library. Child care and pizza will be provided for this meeting.

Wednesday

• Track & Field Meet at Birchmount Park CI

Thursday

• Gledhill’s 2nd Annual School Wide STEM Fair -12:35pm – Parents are welcome to attend (see poster below)

Highlights from this morning’s announcements:

Read first: “I would like to acknowledge that this school is situated upon traditional territories. The territories include the Wendat, Anishinabek Nation, the Haudenosaunee Confederacy, the Mississaugas of Scugog, Hiawatha, Alderville First Nation and the Métis Nation. The treaty that was signed for this particular parcel of land is collectively referred to as the Williams Treaties of 1923 and applies to lands east of Woodbine Avenue. I also recognize the enduring presence of Aboriginal peoples on this land.”

1. Final Junior Choir rehearsal is today at 11:45.
2. Track & Field practice will be cancelled at recess if it is raining.
3. No Slo-Pitch practice tomorrow due to Track and Field.
4. Very important Track and Field meeting this morning at 9am in the gym to discuss tomorrow’s Track and Field meet at Birchmount.
5. Reminder about our Jump Rope for Heart assembly at 10:30am today.

Mr. Currie talked about:

• Days of Significance
• Folkfest is a go tonight for all Folkfesters

Please remember to show integrity.

Have a THUNDERY Tuesday

What’s on this week?

Tuesday

• Gledhill School Council Meeting – 6-7:30pm – in the library. Please note that, unfortunately, we were NOT able to secure child care for this meeting. Children are still welcome to attend and may play quietly in the library or sit with their parents. Pizza will be provided.

Thursday

• Gledhill’s 2nd Annual School Wide STEM Fair -12:35pm – Parents are welcome to attend (see poster below)

Highlights from this morning’s announcements:

Read first: “I would like to acknowledge that this school is situated upon traditional territories. The territories include the Wendat, Anishinabek Nation, the Haudenosaunee Confederacy, the Mississaugas of Scugog, Hiawatha, Alderville First Nation and the Métis Nation. The treaty that was signed for this particular parcel of land is collectively referred to as the Williams Treaties of 1923 and applies to lands east of Woodbine Avenue. I also recognize the enduring presence of Aboriginal peoples on this land.”

1. Track and Field practices today: Triple Jump at AM recess, 400/800/1500m with Mrs Pace at 12:00, Standing Long Jump with Mrs. Pace at PM recess and Relay at 3:30 with  Mr Webb.
2. Slo-Pitch tomorrow at 7:45 AM with Mrs Pace and Mr. Webb.
3. Congratulations to “E” in Rm 14 and “E” in Rm 22 who knew that Antonio Vivaldi’s  “Four Seasons” is performed by violins. Please see Mrs. Bailey for your prize. The new question is now posted in the music room and will be up for two weeks.

Have a MARVELOUS Monday

What’s on this week?

Thursday

• Primary Makerspace (Grade 1) at lunch
• Band and Strings
• Eco Club Meeting at Lunch – Rm 6
• Primary Chess – Rm 8
• Junior Chess – After school in the  Library
• Young Women on the Move
• Junior Choir at Massey Hall this evening

Friday

• Strings
• Dance-a-thon (JK through Gr 6)- Pledge Forms can be printed  HERE. Or process pledges online at www.sagoto.com/gsc/dance.
• Gledhill Movie Night – Thor. Doors open at 6, movie starts at 6:30

Highlights from this morning’s announcements:

Read first: “I would like to acknowledge that this school is situated upon traditional territories. The territories include the Wendat, Anishinabek Nation, the Haudenosaunee Confederacy, the Mississaugas of Scugog, Hiawatha, Alderville First Nation and the Métis Nation. The treaty that was signed for this particular parcel of land is collectively referred to as the Williams Treaties of 1923 and applies to lands east of Woodbine Avenue. I also recognize the enduring presence of Aboriginal peoples on this land.”

1. Are you ready to boogie?! Gledhill’s Dance-a-thon is tomorrow! Students, make sure to bring in your pledge form and any donations you have and give them to your teacher by Friday at the latest. See you on the dance floor!”
2. Today is the last chance to pick up tickets for Massey Hall. Please remind your parents to do so by 4pm. We will then meet at 5:30pm in your concert attire to get on the  bus for this evening’s concert. Make sure you are ready and on time. Thank you! We will also have one last rehearsal today at lunch in the Music Room.
3. Eco-Club will meet today at 11:30 in Rm 6.
4. The remaining two slo-pitch positions will be posted today. (Mrs. Pace)

Mr. Currie talked about:

• Days of Significance
• All Triple Jump and Running Long Jump Birchmount competitors please meet at the south sand pit by the  car dealership at morning recess.

Please remember it is always the time to do the right thing.

Have a TERRIFIC Thursday!

What’s on this week?

Wednesday

• Rm 25 at McCordic School
• Ukulele Kids
• Karate Kids at lunch
• Primary Chess
• Junior Choir Rehearsal @ Massey Hall

Thursday

• Primary Makerspace (Grade 1) at lunch
• Band and Strings
• Eco Club Meeting at Lunch
• Primary Chess
• Junior Chess – After school
• Young Women on the Move
• Junior Choir at Massey Hall

Friday

• Strings
• Dance-a-thon (JK through Gr 6)- Pledge Forms can be printed  HERE. Or process pledges online at www.sagoto.com/gsc/dance.
• Gledhill Movie Night – Thor. Doors open at 6, movie starts at 6:30

Highlights from this morning’s announcements:

Read first: “I would like to acknowledge that this school is situated upon traditional territories. The territories include the Wendat, Anishinabek Nation, the Haudenosaunee Confederacy, the Mississaugas of Scugog, Hiawatha, Alderville First Nation and the Métis Nation. The treaty that was signed for this particular parcel of land is collectively referred to as the Williams Treaties of 1923 and applies to lands east of Woodbine Avenue. I also recognize the enduring presence of Aboriginal peoples on this land.”

1. Junior Choir students need to remind their parents to pick up their Massey Hall tickets in the Main Office before 4pm THURSDAY!
2. Are you ready to boogie?! Gledhill’s Dance-a-thon is this Friday. Students, make sure to bring in your pledge form and any donations you have and give them to your teacher by Friday at the latest. See you on the dance floor!”
3. Girls Slo-Pitch – there is important information posted for you in front of the gym office.
4. Boys Slo-Pitch – due to the grade 5 boys missing the first tryout, there will be a another tryout Thursday at 7:45 am. (Mrs. Pace)
5. Could the Standing Long Jump track team please meet Mrs Pace at the south sand pit at 10:05am?
6. All Relay members, please meet Mr. Sexsmith at our courtyard baseball diamond at 12 pm.
7. Shot Put members can meet Mr Webb at his office before PM recess and 80m/200m members at 3:30pm outside the gym office as well.

Mr Currie talked about:

• Apples in the office

Please remember t o show integrity.

Have a WONDERFUL Wednesday!

What’s on this week?

Monday

• Swimming at DA Morrison
• U-School Ukulele at lunch
• Folk Dance rehearsal
• Knitting Club

Tuesday

• Rm 30 – Scientists in School
• Junior Choir at lunch
• Band

Wednesday

• Rm 25 at McCordic School
• Ukulele Kids
• Karate Kids at lunch
• Primary Chess
• Junior Choir Rehearsal @ Massey Hall

Thursday

• Primary Makerspace (Grade 1) at lunch
• Band and Strings
• Eco Club Meeting at Lunch
• Primary Chess
• Junior Chess – After school
• Young Women on the Move
• Junior Choir at Massey Hall

Friday

• Strings
• Dance-a-thon (JK through Gr 6)- Pledge Forms can be printed  HERE. Or process pledges online at www.sagoto.com/gsc/dance.
• Gledhill Movie Night – Thor. Doors open at 6, movie starts at 6:30

Highlights from this morning’s announcements:

Read first: “I would like to acknowledge that this school is situated upon traditional territories. The territories include the Wendat, Anishinabek Nation, the Haudenosaunee Confederacy, the Mississaugas of Scugog, Hiawatha, Alderville First Nation and the Métis Nation. The treaty that was signed for this particular parcel of land is collectively referred to as the Williams Treaties of 1923 and applies to lands east of Woodbine Avenue. I also recognize the enduring presence of Aboriginal peoples on this land.”

1. All those interested in boys & girls slo-pitch tryouts please pick up a permission form at afternoon recess. (Mrs. Pace and Mr. Webb)

Mr. Currie talked about:

• Apples in the office
• The fallen tree in the school yard
• The construction in the school yard

Please remember to treat others the way you want to be treated.

Have a MARVELOUS Monday!

What’s on this week?

Tuesday

• Junior Choir at lunch
• Band

Wednesday

• Eco Club’s “Walking Wednesday”
• Rm 25 at McCordic School
• Ukulele Kids
• Karate Kids at lunch
• Primary Chess Room 5

Thursday

• Primary Makerspace (Grade 1) at lunch
• Band and Strings
• Eco Club Meeting at Lunch
• Primary Chess – Rm 8
• Junior Chess – Afterschool
• Young Women on the Move

Friday

• Strings
• Grade 6 C0-Ed Ultimate @ Danforth Tech

Highlights from this morning’s announcements:

Read first: “I would like to acknowledge that this school is situated upon traditional territories. The territories include the Wendat, Anishinabek Nation, the Haudenosaunee Confederacy, the Mississaugas of Scugog, Hiawatha, Alderville First Nation and the Métis Nation. The treaty that was signed for this particular parcel of land is collectively referred to as the Williams Treaties of 1923 and applies to lands east of Woodbine Avenue. I also recognize the enduring presence of Aboriginal peoples on this land.”

1. Junior Choir – only a couple of practices left until Massey Hall! See you for rehearsal at 11:45. A reminder to choir members to please have your family pick up their tickets before next week’s concert.
2. A message from the Eco Club – Do you walk to school often? Walking is a great way to get some exercise and feel happy and calm. You might even see some interesting birds or other wildlife on your walk. Tomorrow is Wednesday. We hope you will make it a “Walking Wednesday!” Have a great day!
3. Grade 4, 5 and 6 Boys interested in trying out for the slo pitch team please come to a brief meeting at afternoon recess. (Mrs. Pace)

Remember to be positive.

Have a TERRIFIC Tuesday!

What’s on this week?

Monday

• Swimming at DA Morrison
• U-School Ukulele at lunch
• Folk Dance rehearsal
• Knitting Club

Tuesday

• Junior Choir at lunch
• Band

Wednesday

• Rm 25 at McCordic School
• Ukulele Kids
• Karate Kids at lunch
• Primary Chess Room 5

Thursday

• Primary Makerspace (Grade 1) at lunch
• Band and Strings
• Eco Club Meeting at Lunch
• Primary Chess – Rm 8
• Junior Chess – Afterschool
• Young Women on the Move

Friday

• Strings
• Grade 6 C0-Ed Ultimate @ Danforth Tech

Highlights from this morning’s announcements:

Read first: “I would like to acknowledge that this school is situated upon traditional territories. The territories include the Wendat, Anishinabek Nation, the Haudenosaunee Confederacy, the Mississaugas of Scugog, Hiawatha, Alderville First Nation and the Métis Nation. The treaty that was signed for this particular parcel of land is collectively referred to as the Williams Treaties of 1923 and applies to lands east of Woodbine Avenue. I also recognize the enduring presence of Aboriginal peoples on this land.”

1. U-School Ukulele is today at 11:30 am
2. Thank you to everyone who participated in our annual school cleanup last Friday!

Please remember to be kind.

Have a MARVELOUS Monday!

What’s on this week?

Thursday

• Gledhill Track and Field Day
• Primary Makerspace (Grade 1) at lunch
• Forest of Reading at Lunch
• Primary Chess Rm 8, Junior Chess – Library

Friday

• Pizza Lunch
• Strings
• School Clean Up
• Rms 1 and 4D at the Science Centre

Highlights from this morning’s announcements:

Read first: “I would like to acknowledge that this school is situated upon traditional territories. The territories include the Wendat, Anishinabek Nation, the Haudenosaunee Confederacy, the Mississaugas of Scugog, Hiawatha, Alderville First Nation and the Métis Nation. The treaty that was signed for this particular parcel of land is collectively referred to as the Williams Treaties of 1923 and applies to lands east of Woodbine Avenue. I also recognize the enduring presence of Aboriginal peoples on this land.”

1. No Eco-club today due to Track and Field Day.
2. Grade 1 Makerspace meets at lunch today.
3. Today is the last Forest of Reading meeting.
4. Band is cancelled today.
5. A message from Rm 25:

As part of their continued effort to raise funds for  the Day of Pink Foundation, Mme Bey’s class is raffling off two baskets that were kindly donated to the school.

Tickets are $2.00 each or 3 tickets for $5.00 and will be sold outside the main office at morning recess (10:05 – 10:20) Monday, April 23 to Friday, April 27th.  

Basket # 1 – appropriate for Primary (Grades 1-3) students

Playmobil Summer Fun, Hatchimal Fabula Forest, Orb Molecules, Endangered Species – Polar Bear – 2 in 1 puzzle series, V-Tech Racing Runway Airplane

Retail Value – over $150.00

Basket# 2 – appropriate for Junior (Grades 4-6) students

Speak Out – kids vs parents, Telestrations – the telephone game stretched out, Mod Colouring – sketch portfolio, Make it Real – jewellery collection, Lego Creator – 3 in 1 building set, The Unwanteds – Books 1, 2, and 3

Retail Value – over $125.00

Mr Currie Talked about:

•  Days of Significance
• Pizza lunch is tomorrow
• Young Women on the Move meets today at lunch in Rm 30

Please remember to try your best and have fun.

Have a try your best at track and field Thursday!