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“Screenagers” – Free event at DA Morrison School 6:30pm this Thursday

DA Morrison is inviting local parents and students to a free screening of “Screenagers” this Thursday, May 23 at 6:30pm. This film explores the effects of screen time on families. Note: It may not be appropriate for younger children due to some graphic scenes from video games.

Letters Regarding Cuts to Ontario Education Funding

At last week’s council meeting it was voted unanomously to send the following two letters:

The first, to The Minister of Education, expressing our concern as a parent council over the proposed provincial education cuts.

Letter to The Minister of Education

The second, to Our Gledhill Staff, to express our solidarity.

Letter to Gledhill Staff

These letters will be sent on Wednesday, May 22. If you have any questions or comments regarding these letters. Please email thegledhillguardian@gmail.com

 

Daily Announcements- Friday May 17 (Day 5)

What’s coming up?

  • Monday May 20th- NO SCHOOL- Victoria Day
  • Friday May 24- Gledhill Spirit Day – wear your Gledhill spirit wear or Gledhill colours
  • Wednesday May 29- Character Ed Assembly
  • Friday, May 31 – Deadline for ordering Argos tickets
  • Wednesday June 5th- Spring Concert 6:30pm
  • Friday June 14th- Gledhill Family Fest
  • Monday, June 24th – Grade 5 Graduation Ceremony – AM

Reminder that there is a bin in the office for donations of supplies to “Gledhill Gives Back”

Highlights from this morning’s announcements:

“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. There will be no strings this morning.
  2. Permission forms for Ultimate Frisbee are ready for pick up.  Please come to the gym at morning recess.  Mrs. Pace

Note: These announcements are typed up daily and posted by a parent volunteer on the Gledhill School Council’s Communications Committee. Edits or omissions are made occasionally to protect the privacy of student identities.

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Daily Announcements- Thursday May 16 (Day 4)

What’s coming up?

  • Thursday, May 16th – Gledhill School Council Meeting 6-7:30pm.  Everyone is welcome.  Childcare and pizza provided. (See agenda HERE)
  • Monday May 20th- NO SCHOOL- Victoria Day
  • Friday May 24- Gledhill Spirit Day – wear your Gledhill spirit wear or Gledhill colours
  • Wednesday May 29- Character Ed Assembly
  • Friday, May 31 – Deadline for ordering Argos tickets
  • Wednesday June 5th- Spring Concert 6:30pm
  • Friday June 14th- Gledhill Family Fest
  • Monday, June 24th – Grade 5 Graduation Ceremony – AM

Reminder that there is a bin in the office for donations of supplies to “Gledhill Gives Back”

Highlights from this morning’s announcements:

“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. There will not be extra practice time at morning recess in music this morning, it will resume next week.
  2. Eco-Club will meet today at our usual time and place.  See you at lunch Eco-Tigers

Note: These announcements are typed up daily and posted by a parent volunteer on the Gledhill School Council’s Communications Committee. Edits or omissions are made occasionally to protect the privacy of student identities.

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Lost and Found – June 14th deadline to claim lost items

The Lost and Found in the school basement hallway is OVERFOWING with clothing, footwear and lunch gear. If you have an opportunity, please stop by or remind your child to have a look for their belongings.

All remaining items will be donated to charity on Friday, June 14th

 

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Earl Beatty is inviting local, active kids to their Saturday Fun Fair

Argos!

Reminder to submit your forms and payment to the office for the Argos game!

Save the Date: Grade 5 Graduation and After School Party

Attention parents of Grade 5 students:

The Grade 5 graduation ceremony (gulp) will be held at the school, the morning of Monday, June 24.

The parents of the grade 5 students are also planning a dance party after school on the same day! It will be held at Stan Wadlow Clubhouse from 3:30-5:30pm. Details on the party will follow via a paper notice sent home with the grade 5 students. If you have questions or would like to help with planning activities and food, please email nichols_andrea@hotmail.com.

 

 

Daily Announcements: Friday May 10th (Day 5)

What’s coming up?

  • Monday May 13th- Kindergarten Orientation– 1030am in the gym
  • Tuesday May 14th- Kickoff Assembly for the Jump Rope for Heart
  • Thursday, May 16th – Gledhill School Council Meeting 6-7:30pm.  Everyone is welcome.  Childcare and pizza provided.
  • Monday May 20th- NO SCHOOL- Victoria Day
  • Friday May 24- Gledhill Spirit Day – wear your Gledhill spirit wear or Gledhill colours
  • Wednesday May 29- Character Ed Assembly
  • Friday, May 31 – Deadline for ordering Argos tickets
  • Wednesday June 5th- Spring Concert 630pm
  • Friday June 14th- Gledhill Family Fest

Highlights from this morning’s announcements:

“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. A huge Gledhill welcome to our visiting schools playing slo-pitch.  GO TIGERS!
  2. Hi from the Eco-Club! Tomorrow is World Bird Migration Day.  Does anyone in your family have a set of binoculars?  Tomorrow will be a nice day to get out to your park and spot some unusual birds.  Have fun!

Note: These announcements are typed up daily and posted by a parent volunteer on the Gledhill School Council’s Communications Committee. Edits or omissions are made occasionally to protect the privacy of student identities.

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Daily Announcements- Thursday May 9 (Day 4)

What’s coming up?

  • TODAY- Thursday May 9th- STEM Fair (see details on poster below)
  • Monday May 13th- Kindergarten Orientation– 1030am in the gym
  • Tuesday May 14th- Kickoff Assembly for the Jump Rope for Heart
  • Thursday, May 16th – Gledhill School Council Meeting 6-7:30pm
  • Monday May 20th- NO SCHOOL- Victoria Day
  • Friday May 24- Gledhill Spirit Day – wear your Gledhill spirit wear or Gledhill colours
  • Wednesday May 29- Character Ed Assembly
  • Friday, May 31 – Deadline for ordering Argos tickets
  • Wednesday June 5th- Spring Concert 630pm

Highlights from this morning’s announcements:

“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. Eco-Club will be cancelled today due to STEM fair
  2. Hi from the Eco-Club!  Saturday is Bird Migration Day.  There are things you can do to help birds get back to their summer nesting grounds safely.
    1. if you have large windows, you can paint or attach hawk silhouettes so that other birds avoid hitting your windows.
    2. if you have a garden, plant a tree with berries that some birds would like to eat.
    3. thanks for looking out for the birds!

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Note: These announcements are typed up daily and posted by a parent volunteer on the Gledhill School Council’s Communications Committee. Edits or omissions are made occasionally to protect the privacy of student identities.