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Tomorrow, Wednesday October 8, we invite you to wear blue to cheer on the Toronto Blue Jays!

Go Jays Go!!

ORANGE SHIRT DAY at Gledhill is this Tuesday, September 30th

It is a day to learn, commemorate and celebrate Indigenous culture and history

Staff and students are encouraged to wear an orange shirt to school on Tuesday, September 30th to commemorate the day. Any orange shirt will do!

Why Orange Shirts?

Orange Shirt Day grew out of Phyllis Webstad’s story of having her shiny new orange shirt taken away on her first day of school at the St. Joseph Mission residential school, and it has become an opportunity to keep the discussion on all aspects of residential schools happening annually. Hear Phyllis’ story here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?time_continue=2&v=E3vUqr01kAk

Learn more about Orange Shirt Day http://www.orangeshirtday.org/

Gledhill School Council is excited to offer Pizza Lunch days for all students who wish to participate (Kindergarten – Grade 5).  

Our first Pizza Lunch is Friday, Oct 24th. Followed by Friday, Nov 28th and Friday, Jan 30th.

*This year we are trying something different with our ordering process. You will be asked to order for the first 3 pizza lunches in one order. The order will be the same for each pizza lunch and you must purchase for all 3.*

Here are more details: 

–       Pizza is supplied by Pizza Pizza

–       Your choice of cheese, pepperoni, halal pepperoni (new!), dairy-free cheese or cheese with gluten-free crust

–       $3 per slice (up to three slices per student may be ordered)

–       Orders are placed through SchoolCash Online (you will receive an email directly from SchoolCash Online so check your junk mail if you cannot find it; alternatively, you can register/sign in here: https://tdsb.schoolcashonline.com).

–       Order Deadline for all 3 pizza lunches: Thursday, Oct 16, 2025

Kindly note that pizza orders cannot be changed once they have been placed, and there are no refunds for students who miss their lunch or who are absent on Pizza Lunch day.  Be sure to place your order in advance as pizza will NOT be available for sale on the day of the Pizza Lunch. 

Please continue to send snacks and drinks with your student(s) on these days, as only pizza will be offered for those who have placed an order.

All pizza orders contribute to Gledhill School Council’s fundraising efforts – thank you for supporting Gledhill and our students!

Upcoming Pizza Lunch dates: 

Mark your calendar for the rest of the 2026 Pizza Lunches. A separate email will be sent with order information in early February:  

– Friday, Feb 27

– Friday, Mar 27

– Friday, April 24

– Friday, May 22

Should you have any questions about Pizza Lunches, please email thegledhillguardian@gmail.com

P.S.  Pizza Lunch days are organized and executed by a wonderful group of Gledhill parent volunteers.  It is a great way to get involved in the school community, meet other families and support our students.  If you’re interested in helping with Pizza Lunch day or want to learn more about volunteering at Gledhill, please email thegledhillguardian@gmail.com

1. Please make sure to sign and submit your Walking Permission form, either online or hard copy, in order for your child to participate in next week’s Terry Fox walk on Thursday, September 25th at 10:30 am.

2. So far, Gledhill has raised almost 60% of our goal! That’s just over $6,000. Thank you very much to everyone who has submitted their donations online (https://schools.terryfox.ca/GledhillPSToronto). If you would prefer to submit your donation in cash, please email Mrs. Bailey at: heather.bailey@tdsb.on.ca and we can make an alternate arrangement.

Donations will automatically enter students into a draw for several Terry Fox tshirts! Winners will be announced next Thursday morning before our school walk.

3. Starting next week, students can buy raffle tickets to win a roll of Terry Fox loonies, signed by Terry’s brother Fred! Tickets will be sold at lunch (11:45 am) outside door 4 on Monday, Tuesday or Wednesday, as well as Curriculum Night on Monday, September 29th at 6:30 pm, (also outside by door 4.) The winner will be announced Tuesday, September 30th. 

-Thank you from the Terry Fox Committee

Gledhill Parent Council – First meeting of 2025-2026: Tuesday, September 23, 6:30pm

This is a reminder that the first meeting of parent council for the year takes place today, Tuesday, September 23, from 6:30-8pm in the Gledhill library and online. All are welcome, particularly parents who are new to the school or have students in younger grades. Student success depends on your involvement!

To join the video meeting, click this link: https://meet.google.com/vkk-nxqr-apq

Otherwise, to join by phone, dial +1 720-500-2792 and enter this PIN: 646 762 975#

The meeting takes place in the Gledhill library from 6:30-8pm, please enter from the main doors on Gledhill Avenue. Childcare and cheese pizza will be available for this meeting in the staff room across the hall! Bring your children. This is an opportunity for you to connect with other parents, ask questions, share concerns and talk about planning for the 2025/2026 school year.

We need parents to get involved! Nominations are open for executive and committee chair positions on school council. Please put your name forward if you are interested in helping out the school and creating a wonderful school year for kids. They deserve it. We need you! Please fill out the following form and attend the meeting if you are interested in one or more of the roles on council: https://forms.gle/XG9zvaoAtQmuuczp9

This meeting’s agenda is as follows:

Tuesday, September 23, 2025, 6:30pm

• Welcome / review of minutes (Mark Sedore)
• Principal’s message (Peppi Minos)
• Treasurer’s report (Jonathan Parham)
• Elections
• Voting and funding items (Mark Sedore / Peppi Minos)
• Pizza lunch update (Jen Otley)
• Movie night (Claire Mitchell / Maria Dasios)
• Student Yearbook Committee discussion (Kristen Grinyer)
• Eco Club update (Erin Spencer)
• Parent fall social (Mark Sedore / Amy Lee)
• Gledhill merchandise (Mark Sedore)
• This year: planning and discussion (Mark Sedore)
• Open discussion/other items (all)

Thank you and we hope to see you tomorrow!

Note: This information has been previously shared in the Weekly Bulletin and is being reposted for quick reference.

This year marks the 45th year of the marathon and the 24th that Gledhill has participated! We have helped to raise $101, 500 during that time. 

There are several ways that YOU CAN BE PART OF THE MARATHON OF HOPE… 

– DONATE: Terry once said that to be a part of the Marathon of Hope, he hoped that each Canadian would donate $1. Please use the link below to contribute and make sure to include the name of the child you are sponsoring. They will be added to a t-shirt draw for participating. The school will do the walk during the day on Thursday, September 25. Gledhill Public School Fundraising Page: https://schools.terryfox.ca/GledhillPSToronto

– FAMILY WALK Following Curriculum Night, on September 29th, we will have a FAMILY WALK! We welcome you to join us in the backyard of Gledhill as we do laps of our school property to some uplifting music! 

– RAFFLE: We have 2 rolls of never used, rolled TERRY FOX LOONIES that have been donated by a staff member. One student from each class will win a TERRY FOX loonie, with the remaining roll of loonies being raffled off. Tickets are $1 each and may turn that $1 into $25 Terry Fox Loonies. The raffle tickets will be sold beginning on September 22nd. More details to come. The winner will be announced the day after Curriculum Night. 

Stay tuned for more information on fundraising events as the month of September continues!

Thank you from the Terry Fox Committee!

Reminder: Terry Fox’s older brother Fred Fox is COMING TO GLEDHILL this morning (TUESDAY MORNING, SEPTEMBER 9th at 9 am!) He is coming to help kick-off another year of the MARATHON OF HOPE.

This year marks the 45th year of the marathon and the 24th that Gledhill has participated! We have helped to raise $101, 500 during that time. In addition to a presentation being given to the students by Mr. Fox, he has graciously allowed us to ask several questions about Terry, his family, and the Marathon of Hope.

There are several ways that YOU CAN BE PART OF THE MARATHON OF HOPE…

TODAY! – wear your Terry Fox, Canada themed, or Gledhill spirit wear clothing when Fred visits our school

IN PERSON! – Terry once said that to be a part of the Marathon of Hope, he hoped that each Canadian would donate $1.

Please use the link below to contribute and make sure to include the name of the child you are sponsoring. They will be added to a t-shirt draw for participating. Gledhill Public School Fundraising Page: https://schools.terryfox.ca/GledhillPSToronto

Hi Everyone,

Fiona, a gledhill parent, is organizing a staff appreciation lunch for the gledhill staff. “Toonies for Teachers” is an invitation to families to contribute a toonie (or any amount they wish) to help fund a special teacher appreciation lunch. This would be a small but meaningful way for our school community to show gratitude for the incredible work our teachers do every day. All donations would go directly toward providing a well-deserved lunch, perhaps sometime during the last week.

Fiona will be collecting at drop off and pickup Monday-Thursday this week in the school yard! She will have a sign and collect any toonies at drop off/pick up to save you time from having to go in the school to drop them off!

Email thegledhillguardian@gmail.com if you have any questions!

Gledhill Community!! GET YOUR FINAL BIDS IN!! The silent auction CLOSES AT 6PM!! With an hour (maybe minutes by the time you read this) left to go, our 2025 Gledhill Silent Auction is in the final stretch!

Together we have raised almost $6,000 for enriching programs and resources to help make 2026 the best school year yet for your kiddos.

Let the excitement continue and we wish you the best of luck in winning the items of your dreams!!

There are still items waiting to be bid on. Don’t miss your chance to get great deals on items like two weeks of Peachy Fit virtual fitness classes, enjoying the power of movement and mobility in your own home and at your convenience. And after a busy school year, what mom couldn’t use some wellness coaching to get refocused and recharged? Explore a wellness coaching session for moms by Annalisa Vincente (RECE). Enjoy treats from your favourite local restaurants, entertainment for kids over the summer, and themed gift baskets that will bring you joy and unforgettable memories with friends and family!! Check out these items and SO MUCH MORE!!

Make sure to click on the item links to see the full item descriptions.

How to get in on the magic?? Go to the website link or QR code to create a free account (payment not necessary unless you win the item on May 30th).

How to pay for and claim your item: At 6pm the 32 Auctions website platform will notify the winners by email. If you have won your item, please send an e-transfer to thegledhillguardian@gmail.com or pay in cash to the office next week with your name and the email address you used for your 32auctions written on the envelope. After your item has been paid for, Erin will reach out to you from thegledhillguardian@gmail.com email address to arrange for pick up/delivery of your item.

Please make sure to mark this email address as a safe contact to ensure you receive the email.

After one week, items that have not been paid for will be offered to the next bidder.

Thanks in advance for your patience with this process.

So tell your neighbours! Tell your friends! Tell your extended family! Bid generously and let’s see what we can do together to make this year count!! Our kids deserve it!!

For more information, contact Erin through the Gledhill School Council at thegledhillguardian@gmail.com

Family Fest is almost here! YAY – Can’t wait to see you all on this afternoon!

A few things to note:

• The event is from 3:30 until 7:00
• There will be a limited quantity of extra BBQ items for sale. They are sold on a first come first serve basis. There are also samosas available for purchase this year (4 for $5).
• Bracelets can still be purchased on site for $35. Prepaid bracelets can be picked up at the ticket table.
• For those who pre purchased BBQ, no need to stand in line at the ticket table, just go right over to the BBQ table when you are ready to eat. They will have your order.
• Almost everything (except the Bouncy Castles themselves) will take cash or tickets this year. Tickets can be purchased with cash or card at the ticket table. Tickets are $1 each.
• There is limited seating available. Feel free to bring your picnic blankets or folding chairs!
• Face Painting is available and free! Free usually means a long line, so plan accordingly.

Thank you so much to Parent Council for putting this all together, it’s going to be a fun event! We look forward to seeing you!

For anyone who volunteered (or still wants to!)

There are still volunteer spots that need to be filled. Our hope is that one person from each household can complete a shift of some kind on Family Fest Day. Sign up here

Volunteers: What to do expect on the day

When you arrive, head over to the ticket booth to sign in, get your volunteer pinny then head over to your station- they will be marked with signage.

If you are monitoring a bouncy, here are the rules you need to ensure the kids are following:

• If you are at a bouncy that has two volunteers, please ensure you are in different spots to ensure safety
• No Shoes
• No pushing, hitting, etc.
• If kids are paying by tickets there are no on and off privileges (use your discretion)
• If you are listed as a floater, the expectation is to roam around to see if any stations need more support (follow the crowds!)

If you need anything please ask for Jaclyn or Mark! If there is any interest to help out, just let us know at thegledhillguardian@gmail.com

Thank you once again for your time, it’s greatly appreciated to make this even fun for everyone!