Daily Announcements – Wednesday, May 9th

What’s on this week?

Wednesday

  • Rm 25 at McCordic School
  • Ukulele Kids
  • Karate Kids at lunch
  • Primary Chess
  • Junior Choir Rehearsal @ Massey Hall

Thursday

  • Primary Makerspace (Grade 1) at lunch
  • Band and Strings
  • Eco Club Meeting at Lunch
  • Primary Chess
  • Junior Chess – After school
  • Young Women on the Move
  • Junior Choir at Massey Hall

Friday

  • Strings
  • Dance-a-thon (JK through Gr 6)- Pledge Forms can be printed  HERE. Or process pledges online at www.sagoto.com/gsc/dance.
  • Gledhill Movie Night – Thor. Doors open at 6, movie starts at 6:30

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 students need to remind their parents to pick up their Massey Hall tickets in the Main Office before 4pm THURSDAY!
  2. Are you ready to boogie?! Gledhill’s Dance-a-thon is this Friday. Students, make sure to bring in your pledge form and any donations you have and give them to your teacher by Friday at the latest. See you on the dance floor!”
  3. Girls Slo-Pitch – there is important information posted for you in front of the gym office.
  4. Boys Slo-Pitch – due to the grade 5 boys missing the first tryout, there will be a another tryout Thursday at 7:45 am. (Mrs. Pace)
  5. Could the Standing Long Jump track team please meet Mrs Pace at the south sand pit at 10:05am?
  6. All Relay members, please meet Mr. Sexsmith at our courtyard baseball diamond at 12 pm.
  7. Shot Put members can meet Mr Webb at his office before PM recess and 80m/200m members at 3:30pm outside the gym office as well.

Mr Currie talked about:

  • Apples in the office

Please remember t o show integrity.

Have a WONDERFUL Wednesday!

 

Daily Announcements – Monday, May 7th

What’s on this week?

Monday

  • Swimming at DA Morrison
  • U-School Ukulele at lunch
  • Folk Dance rehearsal
  • Knitting Club

Tuesday

  • Rm 30 – Scientists in School
  • Junior Choir at lunch
  • Band

Wednesday

  • Rm 25 at McCordic School
  • Ukulele Kids
  • Karate Kids at lunch
  • Primary Chess
  • Junior Choir Rehearsal @ Massey Hall

Thursday

  • Primary Makerspace (Grade 1) at lunch
  • Band and Strings
  • Eco Club Meeting at Lunch
  • Primary Chess
  • Junior Chess – After school
  • Young Women on the Move
  • Junior Choir at Massey Hall

Friday

  • Strings
  • Dance-a-thon (JK through Gr 6)- Pledge Forms can be printed  HERE. Or process pledges online at www.sagoto.com/gsc/dance.
  • Gledhill Movie Night – Thor. Doors open at 6, movie starts at 6:30

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 those interested in boys & girls slo-pitch tryouts please pick up a permission form at afternoon recess. (Mrs. Pace and Mr. Webb)

Mr. Currie talked about:

  • Apples in the office
  • The fallen tree in the school yard
  • The construction in the school yard

Please remember to treat others the way you want to be treated.

Have a MARVELOUS Monday!

“Screenagers” at DA Morrison Tonight at 6:30pm

Are you watching kids scroll through life, with their rapid-fire thumbs and a six-second attention span? Physician and filmmaker Delaney Ruston saw that with her own kids and learned that the average kid spends 6.5 hours a day looking at screens. She wondered about the impact of all this time and about the friction occurring in homes and schools around negotiating screen time—friction she knew all too well.

In SCREENAGERS, as with her award-winning documentaries on mental health, Delaney takes a deeply personal approach as she probes into the vulnerable corners of family life, including her own, to explore struggles over social media, video games, academics and internet addiction. Through poignant, and unexpectedly funny stories, along with surprising insights from authors, psychologists, and brain scientists, SCREENAGERS reveals how tech time impacts kids’ development and offers solutions on how adults can
empower kids to best navigate the digital world and find balance.

Parents and students are welcome. (May not be suitable for younger children due to graphic video game clips). Popcorn and refreshments will be available.

 

TDSB wants Parent Input on French Programs – May 15 at Birchmount Park CI

French programs are being reviewed board wide and the TDSB is looking for parent and teacher input – Throughout May, there are public forums being held at local schools. For dates, locations and an online survey check out the TDSB site HERE

The closest, upcoming forum is on Tuesday, May 15th from 7-9pm at Birchmount Park CI located at 3663 Danforth Ave.

More detail from the TDSB site:

“With over 90,000 students in Core French and another 28,000 students in French Immersion/Extended French programs come system successes and challenges. We are proud of the Board’s successes in retention rate, inclusion of students with special education needs as well as accessibility and transportation. At the same time, challenges include multiple entry points, equity of access, and transportation.

As part of the Director’s Response to the Enhanced Equity Task Force Report, a review of all French Programs will begin in Spring 2018. In collaboration with the TDSB Research Department, this review will focus on the current status of all French Programs, including the structure, content of the teaching and learning, and policies and procedures related to French. We look forward to receiving feedback about the successes and challenges of the various French Programs through face-to-face consultation with parents/guardians, Trustees, staff, students and community members and an online survey.”

Time to Boogie! – Gledhill’s Annual Dance-a-thon is Next Friday, May 11th

 

It’s time for Gledhill students to put on their dancing shoes. The one and only Gledhill Dance-a-thon is coming soon. On Friday, May 11th all students, JK through Grade 6, will join their classmates and head down to the gym at a scheduled time during the school day and discover that it has been transformed! They will dance their heart out to raise money for our school. Amazing music will once again be brought to you by DJ Rhino.

The Dance-a-thon is one of our School Council’s key fundraisers for the year. All money raised will be used to fund enrichment programs at Gledhill such as: Drama with Jeff, Scientists in the School and Skate Day.

We are hoping that all who can, will help us raise an average of $25 per student through pledges from family and friends. All students will have the opportunity to participate in the Dance-a-thon regardless of the amount they raise.

Donations can be collected two ways:

  1. QUICK & EASY METHOD – Online at www.sagoto.com/gsc/dance 
  2. Using a Pledge Form (showing up soon in a backpack near you – or print one HERE) and then return it with all cash and cheques to the classroom teacher by Friday, May 11th.

Feel free to share the online donation link with family and friends so they can sponsor your child easily!

*As per TDSB policy, tax receipts will be issued for individual donations of $25 or more (cash, cheque or online donation).

If you have any questions regarding Dance-a-thon or you would like to volunteer, please contact thegledhillguardian@gmail.com.

 

Daily Announcements – Tuesday, May 1st

What’s on this week?

Tuesday

  • Junior Choir at lunch
  • Band

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. Junior Choir – only a couple of practices left until Massey Hall! See you for rehearsal at 11:45. A reminder to choir members to please have your family pick up their tickets before next week’s concert.
  2. A message from the Eco Club – Do you walk to school often? Walking is a great way to get some exercise and feel happy and calm. You might even see some interesting birds or other wildlife on your walk. Tomorrow is Wednesday. We hope you will make it a “Walking Wednesday!” Have a great day!
  3. Grade 4, 5 and 6 Boys interested in trying out for the slo pitch team please come to a brief meeting at afternoon recess. (Mrs. Pace)

Remember to be positive.

Have a TERRIFIC Tuesday!

Healthy, Litter-less Lunches at Gledhill

Gledhill’s Eco-Club and the Healthy Kids Committee are on a mission to remind kids about healthy & sugar free lunches and to promote litter-less lunches.
Eco-club made visits to the lunch-room to find out which students had a litter-less lunch. Their names were entered in a draw for some fun prizes. Four students won a prize out of a very high number of participants!
What exactly were we looking for? Well here’s what:

1. Reusable drink containers with water to drink (no juice or pop)

2. Reusable food containers. No garbage. (Easy to open and BPA free Tupperware are available at the Dollarama)

3. Sugar free lunch and snack.

Let’s work together to keep the trash out of our schoolyard, keep our bodies healthy and strong, and love our planet!

Gledhill’s Eco-Club runs every Thursday at lunch. Our Walking Wednesday campaign starts soon to promote healthy and sustainable transportation. We will also begin planning our vegetable and pollinator gardens this month.

Daily Announcements – Monday, April 30th

What’s on this week?

Monday

  • Swimming at DA Morrison
  • U-School Ukulele at lunch
  • Folk Dance rehearsal
  • Knitting Club

Tuesday

  • Junior Choir at lunch
  • Band

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. U-School Ukulele is today at 11:30 am
  2. Thank you to everyone who participated in our annual school cleanup last Friday!

Please remember to be kind.

Have a MARVELOUS Monday!

Daily Announcements – Thursday, April 26 (Reminder – Tomorrow is Pizza Lunch)

What’s on this week?

Thursday

  • Gledhill Track and Field Day
  • Primary Makerspace (Grade 1) at lunch
  • Forest of Reading at Lunch
  • Primary Chess Rm 8, Junior Chess – Library

Friday

  • Pizza Lunch
  • Strings
  • School Clean Up
  • Rms 1 and 4D at the Science Centre

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. No Eco-club today due to Track and Field Day.
  2. Grade 1 Makerspace meets at lunch today.
  3. Today is the last Forest of Reading meeting.
  4. Band is cancelled today.
  5. A message from Rm 25:

As part of their continued effort to raise funds for  the Day of Pink Foundation, Mme Bey’s class is raffling off two baskets that were kindly donated to the school.

Tickets are $2.00 each or 3 tickets for $5.00 and will be sold outside the main office at morning recess (10:05 – 10:20) Monday, April 23 to Friday, April 27th.  

Basket # 1 – appropriate for Primary (Grades 1-3) students

Playmobil Summer Fun, Hatchimal Fabula Forest, Orb Molecules, Endangered Species – Polar Bear – 2 in 1 puzzle series, V-Tech Racing Runway Airplane

Retail Value – over $150.00

Basket# 2 – appropriate for Junior (Grades 4-6) students

Speak Out – kids vs parents, Telestrations – the telephone game stretched out, Mod Colouring – sketch portfolio, Make it Real – jewellery collection, Lego Creator – 3 in 1 building set, The Unwanteds – Books 1, 2, and 3

Retail Value – over $125.00

Mr Currie Talked about:

  •  Days of Significance
  • Pizza lunch is tomorrow
  • Young Women on the Move meets today at lunch in Rm 30

Please remember to try your best and have fun.

Have a try your best at track and field Thursday!

Daily Announcements – Wednesday, April 25

What’s on this week?

Wednesday

  • Rm 25 at McCordic School
  • Ukulele Kids
  • Karate Kids at lunch
  • Primary Chess Room 5

Thursday

  • Gledhill Track Day
  • Primary Makerspace (Grade 1) at lunch
  • Band and Strings
  • Forest of Reading at Lunch
  • Eco Club Meeting at Lunch Rm 6
  • Primary Chess Rm 8, Junior Chess – Library

Friday

  • Strings
  • School Clean Up
  • Rms 1 and 4D at the Science Centre
  • Pizza Lunch

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 – Way to go Gledhill! We recycled 75 kilograms of batteries which adds up to 1000s of batteries! The bin was removed yesterday but you can still recycle markers and paper. Thanks for helping!
  2. A reminder to all the Ultimate Frisbee members about our quick meeting at lunch. Please come see Mr. Webb outside the gym.
  3. Track and Field Day for Gledill students is tomorrow. Dress for the weather and wear running shoes.
  4. A message from Rm 25:

    As part of their continued effort to raise funds for  the Day of Pink Foundation, Mme Bey’s class is raffling off two baskets that were kindly donated to the school.

    Tickets are $2.00 each or 3 tickets for $5.00 and will be sold outside the main office at morning recess (10:05 – 10:20) Monday, April 23 to Friday, April 27th.  

    Basket # 1 – appropriate for Primary (Grades 1-3) students

    Playmobil Summer Fun, Hatchimal Fabula Forest, Orb Molecules, Endangered Species – Polar Bear – 2 in 1 puzzle series, V-Tech Racing Runway Airplane

    Retail Value – over $150.00

    Basket# 2 – appropriate for Junior (Grades 4-6) students

    Speak Out – kids vs parents, Telestrations – the telephone game stretched out, Mod Colouring – sketch portfolio, Make it Real – jewellery collection, Lego Creator – 3 in 1 building set, The Unwanteds – Books 1, 2, and 3

    Retail Value – over $125.00

    Mr Currie Talked about:

  • Days of Significance
  • Friday is Pizza Lunch!
  • Indoor recess and lunch today

Have a WILDLY WEIRD, WACKY and WONKY Wednesday!