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Parents and community members over the age of 18 who wish to volunteer in the school may be required to complete a Police Reference Check (which includes a vulnerable sector screening) and be cleared before they can participate in activities with students. This process ensures that schools and classrooms are safe places for students.  People who volunteer on a regular basis, require a PRC, while those who volunteer on a very casual or one time only basis, may or may not require a PRC. Check with the office to be sure if the activity you wish to attend requires it.

The school office can provide support with the Police Reference Check process. Here are the steps of going through the police background check for new and returning volunteers:

First time volunteers:

1.     Pick up the Police Reference Check/ Clearance Form from the school’s main office. Please be sure to fill it out completely and accurately. Any forms with errors or missing info are returned.

2.     Get a certified cheque or bank draft for $20 made out to Toronto Police Services. This is a one-time cost.

3.     Submit the form and the certified cheque / bank draft to the school office. The school office will submit it to Toronto Police Services on your behalf. The reference check process can take a couple of weeks.

4.     When your application is processed, the Toronto Police Services will mail you a letter with your results. Take the original letter to the school main office. The School office will forward it to the central TDSB office to be entered into the system. The letter will be returned to you in about two weeks.

Returning volunteers:

1.     Check in with the school office every year after the reference check has been processed to give an annual offence declaration (no cost).

We encourage all parents to undergo a Police Reference Check. This way you will be ready to volunteer whenever you have time and the right opportunity arises!

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. Don’t forget to wear red and white to school on Monday—we are celebrating the winter Olympics.
2. There’s a boys basketball practice next week and tournament on Thursday. Boys, please remember to look at the schedule.
3. Such a great day yesterday for our Grade 6 co-ed ball hockey team!! We played very well and are now moving on to the quarter finals. Way to go, Tigers! Practice for the Grade 4/5 and 6 team is Monday at 7:45.
4. Helping Hailey fundraisers start next week! You can buy red hearts to send to your friends on Monday, Wednesday and Friday at morning recess. They are 50 cents each, or 3 for $1. Buy them, take them home, decorate them and return them to the mailbox outside of the office. They will be delivered on Valentine’s Day.
5. Did you know today is World Wetlands Day? Marsh, swamp, fen and bog are other words for wetlands. Scientists now understand that wetlands need to be protected because they help filter water and absorb rain to reduce flooding. They are also extremely important habitats for frogs, fish, birds insects and mammals. Happy Wetlands Day!

At tomorrow night’s Gledhill Movie Night, in the school gym, we will be hosting a bake sale with the proceeds going to help Gledhill student Hailey and her family. See Hailey’s story HERE.

If you would like to contribute baking to the sale, please drop it off tomorrow between 5:30 – 6:30pm just outside the gym or during the day to the office.

And, feel free to pop in tomorrow night and buy some goodies even if you aren’t planning to stay for the movie!

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. Teachers, please have students take recycling down to the large bins some time today.
2. Thanks to all who participated in the lug-a-mug photo share. Recent photos will be printed and posted by Monday. Stay tuned for draw prize winners next week!
3. This is an announcement for ball hockey players from Mr. Webb: there is a practice on Monday at 7:45.

Details can be found on this flyer:

Lug a mug -Photo Share

Please join us for the first School Council meeting of 2018!!! ALL Parents and Guardians are welcome to attend all or part of the meeting and all are considered members of the Council!

Date: Tuesday, January 23rd

Time: 6:00pm to 7:30pm

Location: Gledhill School Library, 2nd Floor

Pizza and babysitting services will be provided!

Note if the door is locked – please ring the bell and the caretaker will let you in.

Agenda Items

6:00pm to 6:30pm (housekeeping items)

1. Update on the school building’s planned Heating Upgrade Project
2. Approval of December meeting minutes – Found here

6:30pm to 7:30pm (main agenda items)

· Round table introductions

· Brief 101 on what parent council does for newcomers

· Kindie Agenda: Brainstorm on a couple of events that could be developed specifically for the kindies (brainstorm, discuss timing, volunteers to execute)

· Chair Updates – Fundraising, Movie Night, Parent Engagement, Communications, Grants, Healthy Kids, Volunteer Coordinator, Ward and School Advocacy, and Eco

· Principal’s update

Other Business – Open floor

Upcoming dates

• Pizza Day – January 26
• Gledhill Skate Day – March 8, 2018
• Next Council meeting – February 22nd, 2018

The Gledhill Council’s Healthy Kids committee is excited to introduce our recipe of the month posts. These recipes are designed to be easy, economical, healthy and kid tested! They are also easily adjusted to accommodate vegan and vegetarian diets. We will archive the recipes on the blog so they can be accessed at a later date. If you have a recipe you’d like to contribute, please email it to thegledhillguardian@gmail.com.

Quick-Cook Chili

This chili is quick and easy to make as it uses mostly pantry items that you probably already have. It is also high in protein and fibre, and mild in taste for the whole family to enjoy!

(makes 8 cups)

Time: 30 mins

Ingredients:

• 1 ONION, diced
• 2 CELERY stalks, diced
• 1/3 cup CHILI POWDER (mild)
• 1 cup RED KIDNEY BEANS, rinsed
• 1 cup WHITE KIDNEY BEANS, rinsed
• 1 can BAKED BEANS, whole can with sauce
• 1 cup CORN niblets
• 2 cups SALSA (use your favourite kind, mild for kids)
• 1 cup cooked QUINOA

Method:

Prepare cooked quinoa.

In a large pot, sauté the onions and celery in a dash of water or oil until soft. Add chili powder, all the beans, the corn, and salsa. Bring to a boil and simmer for 10 mins, stirring occasionally. Remove from heat and stir in the cooked quinoa.

• TIPS: this recipe is vegan but you can easily substitute the quinoa for any cooked ground meat. Topping with cheese, sour cream and/or cilantro would also be delicious! Any kind of beans will work, I like using black beans too. And be sure to keep the chili powder and salsa mild, unless your kids like it hot.

Gledhill’s potlucks are always a tonne of fun! Join other families for a great meal and then tire the kids out dancing up a storm. Here are the deets:

When: Tonight! Doors open at 5:30. Arrive when you can. Dancing goes until 8pm.

Where: Gledhill School Gym

What to bring:

• A nut-free appetizer, main dish or dessert (a small note listing your item and ingredients is helpful too)
• Reusable plates, cutlery and cups (water will be available for drinking)
• YOUR DANCING SHOES
• $5 per family with a food item, $10 without