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Thank you to everyone who was able to attend Tuesday’s Meeting. If you missed it click here to see the School Council Summary that was handed out. And click here to see the council roles.  Anyone who is interested in sitting on a committee is still very welcome and should contact the council at thegledhillguardian@gmail.com. A list of future meeting dates will be published shortly.

The following people put their names forward and were acclaimed:

Co-chair and Secretary: Melissa H. & Scarlett S.

Treasurer: Jennifer R.

Parent Engagement Committee: Marisa S. & Lindsay T.

Communications Committee: Andrea NE & Jill KA

Fundraising Committee: Marnie K & Chantal Z

Grants Committee: Andrea A, Carolyn L & Tina L

Healthy Kids Committee: Jill KA & Erin S

School Improvement Chair: Erin S

Volunteer Chair: Role has not yet been filled

Ward & School Advocacy Committee: Maxine W & Carolyn L

Eco Committee: Erin S, Amy T & Cheryl K

Governance Chair: Role has not yet been filled

There are still many opportunities to get involved and we will need an army of volunteers for different events throughout the school year (pizza lunches, bike rally, dance-a-thon, family fest and more!). If you would like to be included on an email list of potential volunteers to hear about specific events please email: TheGledhillGuardian@gmail.com.

As well, we are very much in need of a Volunteer Chair at this time. This is a school council position who oversees the recruiting of volunteers for Council events, including fundraisers and activities, and works with event leads to ensure that events are supported by volunteers, as required.

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. The grade 6 girls who took bordenball permission forms, please meet in the gym#1 at noon today. Eat first in the lunchroom.
2. Mrs PE classes have run to Cardston, Alberta. We are well on our way to running into Toronto by the 100th Anniversary of Gledhill School.
3. Students come to the field at morning recess to be part of the Marathon of Hope.
4. Recorders and orders are all due to the music room by the end of the week. Please come when your teachers give you permission.
5. Uschool Ukulele Kids please come tomorrow at 11:50 to rehearse.
6. This is a reminder to all boys in soccer of their final tryouts tomorrow in the field at 7:45 am.  Team to be posted Friday outside the gym office.

Mr. Currie read: “Today marks the beginning of Rosh Hashanah for those who observe Judaism. It begins this evening and lasts until September 22.”

Our first School Council Meeting of the year is tonight in the library on the 2nd floor – 6:00pm -7:30pm.  Pizza and babysitting will be provided….we are looking forward to seeing you!

Tonight’s Agenda

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

Booking dates and getting leads for main events/activities of the year – Pizza Lunches, Skate Day, Movie Nights, Family Fest, Marlies, morning announcements, any others?

Treasurer’s update re: our financial status going into new school year

Revamping online system for pizza lunches

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

Tomorrow, Friday, September 14, is the Council’s first “Coffee and Conversation”  in the school yard where we serve up free coffee and treats at morning drop off. Bring your reusable mug (Eco School!) and hang out and chat with other parents.  Information will also be available about the Gledhill School Council and what we do!

GLEDHILL SCHOOL COUNCIL WELCOMES YOU!

The first School Council Meeting of the year is on

Tuesday, September 19th at 6pm in the library

ALL are welcome and encouraged to come. Housekeeping items start at 6pm and the General Meeting begins at 6:30. Pizza and childcare are provided from 6pm onward.

No contribution is too small. Sign up to volunteer, chair a committee, or feel free to just come and listen in. The meeting will cover initiatives for the year and election of the council positions.  All help and ideas are welcome.

Council positions: Chair/Co-chair, Secretary, Treasurer

Chair or volunteer on the following committees: Parent engagement,                     Communications, Fundraising,  Grants, Healthy Kids, School improvement, Volunteer coordination, Parent reps, Ward and School advocacy, Eco, Governance

For all Council related info and to get details about the positions please click here.

or email questions to: TheGledhillGuardian@gmail.com

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 recorder forms and recorders need to be returned to the music room as soon as possible.
2. Reminder to Spirit Squad – We are meeting in the gym tomorrow (Thursday) at lunch. If you are in grade 4, 5 or 6 you are welcome to join the spirit squad.
3. Mrs Pace’s PE classes have run past Nelson BC. We are well on our way to leaving BC and heading  into the province of Alberta! Way to go team!
4. Students who were in Uschool  Ukulele last year are asked to come see Ms Bailey in the music room at morning recess. It will only be for 5 min.

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. The special Centennial Choir begins today at lunch. Please eat your lunch and wait to be picked up from your lunch room at 11:50am. Please bring your permission form to Ms Bailey.
2. Any student in grades 3-6 who is interested in cross country please get a permission form from Ms Smith in Rm 28. Practices begin at 8:00am tomorrow. We will meet near the north doors.

Have a Terrific Tuesday!

Note: The first Gledhill School Council Meeting and Election is scheduled for Tuesday, September 19th. Housekeeping items start t 6:00pm, General Meeting and Elections start at 6:30pm. Further details regarding elected positions will follow. Childcare for school age children and pizza are provided.

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. Terry Fox forms will be sent home today. This means you have just over 10 days to raise pledges. Let’s all work together to help find a cure for cancer.
2. Students in grades 2-6 interested in joining the Centennial Choir should see Ms Bailey today for a permission form
3. The Centennial Choir rehearsal begins tomorrow at 11:50am.
4. Today in Mrs Pace’s PE classes it’s Fun Fitness Day 5!
5. Congratulations to Ms Ahmad, Mme Bey and Ms. Chitayat who completed a 25 km walk Saturday. This effort and all of their  pledges will go towards finding a cure for cancer. Well done Gledhill teachers!
6. Any students in grades 3-6 who are interested in cross country, please come to Gym 2 (the back gym) during afternoon recess.

Please remember to show respect.

Have a magnificent Monday!

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. Have you got school spirit? Come join the spirit squad! If you are in grades 4, 5 or 6 meet Ms. Ahmad and Ms. Sorin in Rm 24 tomorrow at afternoon recess.
2. Students who have volunteered to be Prefects please meet Mr. Currie and Mrs. McAleese in the small lunchroom after these announcements.
3. Students who have volunteered to be Kindie Helpers please meet Mr. Currie and Mrs McAleese in the small lunchroom at morning recess.
4. Any grade 2-6 students interested in being part of the special centennial celebration choir please come to the music room at morning recess today to get a permission form. This will be a choir that lasts only 4 weeks. Junior and Senior Choir details will come later this month.
5. Mrs Pace’s Phys Ed classes have run all the way from Vancouver to Osoyoos, British Columbia. That’s almost 400 km in only 4 days. Way to go!

Daily Character Message: “Please remember to respect your peers”

Have a fantastic Friday!