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TDSB French Program Review – Online Parent Survey

The TDSB is reviewing French programs and wants parent input. In addition to the forums being held at local schools (discussed in the previous post). They also now have an online survey for parents to give feedback on their experience with French Programs (Immersion/Core/Extended).

The survey can be found on the TDSB site HERE

Daily Announcements – Wednesday, May 2

What’s on in May?

Friday, May 11 – Gledhill’s Annual Dance-a-thon (JK – Gr 6)

Friday, May 11 – Movie Night

Tuesday, May 15 – School Council Meeting

Thursday, May 17 – Gledhill’s 2nd Annual STEM Fair (see details below)

Tuesday, May 22 – Special Folk Fest

Wednesday, May 23 – Spring Concert

What’s on this week?

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. A message from the Eco-Club. Today is Walking Wednesday. Were you able to walk to school today? There are so many good reasons to walk to school it’s hard to name them all!
  2. Mr Webb needs all the Ultimate Team members for a brief meeting at 11:30. You will eat in the lunch rooms after the meeting.
  3. Yearbook Committee meets today at 11:45.

Have a WACKY Wednesday!

Congratulations to the Winners of the Pink Day Raffle!

A note from Mme Bey:
Congratulations to students “V” in Room 10 and “D” in Room 28.  They are the winners of the Pink Day Gift Baskets raffled off last week.  Thanks to all for participating!  We raised over $250.00 for the Day of Pink Foundation.

Daily Announcements – Friday, April 27th

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. A reminder to all ultimate team members of our practices Monday and Tuesday morning at 7:45.
  2. Thanks to everyone for helping out and competing at our track and field day yesterday. All results envelopes can be sent to Mr. Webb at some point today, and if any teachers have extra ribbons and borrowed equipment please return as well.
  3. A message from Eco-Club: A reminder to teachers: Today is the Gledhill School Yard Clean-Up. Please sign up in the staff room where you will find gloves (1 per student) and bags. Unfilled bags can be left by the bike racks for other classes to continue filling with trash. Thanks for helping out!

Mr. Currie talked about:

  • Days of Significance
  • Pizza lunch today
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To Keep Breakfast Club Running This Year, They Urgently Require Volunteers

Daily Announcements – Friday, April 20th

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. A message from Eco Club: Today is the last day to drop off batteries for proper recycling. This is a great way to help protect our drinking water and soil for growing food… AND it’s just one way to celebrate Earth Day!
  2. All students in grades 4, 5 and 6 interested in trying out for Gledhill’s Ultimate Frisbee teams need to see Mr. Webb today during afternoon recess. Please come to gym 1 for a short meeting where permission forms will be handed out for Monday and Tuesday tryouts. Without a completed permission form students will not be able to attend tryouts. Grade 4/5 students are able to play on our Grade 5 team and Grade 6 students on the Grade 6 co-ed team.

Mr. Currie talked about:

  • Days of Significance
  • Wearing proper gear for the weather
  • Taking care on the field

Council Meeting Tonight – Guest Speaker from PIAC discussing TDSB “How Tos”

Council Meeting is TONIGHT in the Gledhill School Library at 6:00pm with guest speaker Michelle Aarts from PIAC discussing a bunch of “How tos” within the TDSB:

1. How to navigate resources for your child and connect with parents who have similar experiences.

2. How to have a voice in the TDSB including where to find information about TDSB public forums and feedback opportunities and how to be involved in education initiatives and advisory committees.

3. “How to” resources for school council – from running events to increasing parent engagement to running the administrative side of a council.

Childcare and pizza will be provided

PIAC (Parent Involvement Advisory Committee) is an official (legislated) TDSB advisory committee that supports student success through parent engagement. They make recommendations to the TDSB regarding their engagement and communication with the parent community and school councils. PIAC members are parent volunteers and accomplish most of their goals through ‘working groups’ and the outreach of individual members in their TDSB Wards.

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Reminder: Tomorrow is the DA Morrison Information Night for Grade 5 and 6 Families

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EQAO Parent Information Session at Earl Beatty Public School

Daily Announcements – Friday, April 13th

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 participants are asked to bring their lunch bags to Room 16 after these announcements. We will leave lunches there and then leave for our rehearsal. Teachers, please do not mark these students away this afternoon. They should return to class at approximately 1pm.
  2. All staff who would like to participate in the group jersey photo: we have extra jerseys in the office.

Mr Currie talked about:

  • Days of Significance
  • Please make sure you wear the right gear for the weather
  • Have fun, choir!