The Gledhill Guardian

Note: Movie Night is this Friday, October 20th and the volunteer parent crew is still looking for 2 people – One to help set up from 5:30 -6:00pm and one to sell popcorn from 5:45 – 6:45pm. Please email  thegledhillguardian@gmail.com if you can help out.

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. Mrs. Pace would like to meet all grade 4, 5 and 6 boys interested in trying out for the volleyball team. Please meet in Gym #1 at morning recess.
2. Ukulele practices are today for both groups. Second year group needs to go to the gym today.
3. Ms. Smith would like to congratulate Gledhill’s cross country team on a wonderful day at Ashbridges Bay on Friday for the South Conference Finals. Once again, she is very proud of how everyone behaved and the effort you all put forth. In grade 3 Boys, “E.K.” came in 8th place. We also have a number of students who advanced to the  City of Toronto Finals on Thursday, October 26th. They are:

Grade 4 Boys – S.D. (4th Place)

Grade 4 Girls – C.O. (11th Place)

Grade 6 Girls Team: Z.S., T.R-E., A.D., and L.B.

Qualifiers please meet for our next practice on Wednesday at 8:00am. Great job everyone!

Mr. Currie talked about:

1. Gledhill’s 100th Birthday – Thank you!
2. Days of Significance – World Food Day
3. Safety while on the play structure at lunch

Have a Magnificent Monday!

Reminder: Tomorrow is CRAZY HAIR DAY at Gledhill

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. Last Ukulele practice for the Uschool students performing Lean on Me is at 11:50 today on the gym stage.
2. The boys soccer team played extremely well yesterday at our tournament and just missed out on advancing to the next round. Thank you for your hard work and commitment this year! Mr Webb.

Mr Currie talked about:

1. Dressing appropriately for the weather during recess.
2. Rocks and sticks must stay on the ground and not thrown over the fence.
3. Gledhill’s 100th Celebration is THIS Saturday, Oct 14 from 1-3pm
4. There will be Spirit Wear available

Have a THOUGHTFUL Thursday

Note:  The Gledhill 100th Anniversary Celebration Committee is looking for parents who can help with a half hour shift or two at the Gledhill 100th Anniversary Celebration “Cafe” on Saturday, October 14, 2017. Parents are needed to help 12:30 – 4pm with set up, serving food/refreshments and then with clean up. Email melissahillier@hotmail.com if you are able to help. 

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. Centennial Choir practice is today at 11:50. Please bring your song sheets. Mrs. Bailey will pick you up where you eat lunch.
2. Thank you to all the students who participated in the Quotable Quote Challenge. The winner is (student name) from Rm 26! Congratulations, you can pick up your prize at recess this morning.
3. Mrs. Pace needs to see the Bordenball team at morning recess for a brief meeting.

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. Centennial Ukulele group meets today at 11:50am in the Music Room
2. A HUGE congratulations to the girls Bordenball team who crushed it yesterday! Too many MVPs to even list. Mrs Pace and Gledhill are so proud of you all. It was a long, hot day, but we did it. TEAM WORK!
3. Tomorrow is Orange Shirt Day.

Have a Thankful Thursday!

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. Centennial Choir meets today. Wait in your lunchroom and Mrs. Bailey will come get you.
2. Join us for the Terry Fox Family Walk tomorrow night at 7:00 after Curriculum Night. Glow sticks will be sold for $1 after school tomorrow and at the walk.
3. The Bordenball team needs to meet Mrs. Pace at Gym#1 at morning recess.
4. Mrs. Pace’s Gym classes will be outside today as Gym #1 is being used for Photo Day.
5. Congratulations to the two students (names and classes omitted here) who knew answers to the Music Trivia question. See Ms. Bailey for your prize.

Mr. Currie talked about:

1. Working outside today
2. Re-hydrating during recess and lunch.
3. Today is Photo Day
4. Tomorrow is Curriculum Night 6-7pm
5. Orange Shirt Day is Friday

Have a Terrific Tuesday!

Reminder: Tomorrow, Tuesday, September 26th, is Photo Day at Gledhill!

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. Today is Franco-Ontarian Day. Ontario is made up of many different cultural groups that help make Ontario the great place it is to live. Every Sept 25th, 1 million, 700 thousand Ontario citizens, who speak French, recognize their cultural group on this day. Bonne journee!
2. Girls grade 6 Bordenball practice day at noon. Meet in Gym 1.
3. Today is an all school DPA run at PM recess. Please make sure to return running sticks to Ms. Bailey & the yellow bin.
4. Today in Mrs. Pace’s PE class its Fun Fitness Day 5.
5. Reminder to all boys soccer team members of our practice tomorrow morning at 7:45am. Meet Mr. Webb on the field ready to go.

Mr Currie talked about:

1. The days of significance
2. Safety around the equipment
3. With the heat – reduce amount of running exertion, take breaks, stay in the shade and re-hydrate frequently.

Have a marvelous 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. Students- today is your last chance to be part of the Gledhill Marathon of Hope. Come to the field at morning recess.
2. Uschool kids to the music room at 11:50 this morning. Don’t forget your ukuleles.
3. Mrs. Pace’s bordenball team will meet in gym #1 at noon today.
4. Today’s all school DPA (Daily Physical Activity) will take place at afternoon recess. Please collect and return your running sticks from Mrs. Bailey and the spirit squad.
5. A friendly reminder to the Grade 6 girls soccer team that there is a practice after school today. See you then!

Mr. Currie read a message about Rosh Hashanah

REMINDER: Tonight, in the school library, is the first Gledhill School Council Meeting. Housekeeping items start at 6:00pm, General Meeting and Election starts at 6:30pm. All parents are encouraged to attend. Pizza and child care (school aged children) are provided. If you are unable to attend, but would like to help out or put your name forward for a role, please email thegledhillguardian@gmail.com

For details of the council roles, please click here

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. Great job to all those students who participated in the Marathon of Hope yesterday. Remember that this Friday after morning recess is our school walk! Make sure all your pledge forms and money are in the office by then.
2. The Marathon of Hope continues at morning recess today. Come out and participate and help fight cancer. Teachers look for red star stamps on students who have participated. Yesterday over 75 students got a stamp. Way to go TIGERS! Keep it up!
3. Centennial Choir meets today at 11:50am. Wait for Ms. Bailey to pick you up. Attendance is going to be taken.
4. All recorders and recorder orders need to be given to Ms. Bailey no later than tomorrow! If you have them with you now, please bring them to the Music Room after the announcements.
5. Mrs. Pace needs to see the Grade 6 girls who signed up for the Bordenball Team at morning recess. It will be a brief meeting.
6. At 10:30 this morning, the entire school will be doing the “Health Hustle” for 10 minutes. Come out into the hall and look for the Spirit Squad to help you follow along. Kindies – Reps will come to your rooms.