The Gledhill Guardian

Note to parents: If you were not in the school for concerts today don’t forget to check out the lost and found in the school basement before the holidays. It is overflowing with lost clothing, footwear and lunch gear and all items left behind will be donated to charity over the holidays if not claimed.

What’s coming up?

• Friday, December 7th – PA Day
• Tuesday, December 11th – Gledhill Council Meeting – will include presentations by potential hot lunch providers
• Friday, December 14th – Family Movie Night -“Arthur Christmas”
• Friday, December 21st – Spirit Day – PJ Day and last day before the holidays

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. Boys volleyball practice is tomorrow morning at 8:15am – Mrs Pace
2. Thank you Gledhill! The toys and mittens in the front hall look great! Please keep the toys  and mittens coming until December 19th. Many thanks from Centre 55.
3. This year we have decided to collect gently used sports equipment that can be put to use by someone else. Balls, gloves, skates etc that are still in good condition or that you maybe have never used and are around your house can be brought in and placed in the bin outside the gym office. The GAC are deciding how best to use the items. Thank you. – Mr Webb

Note: These announcements are typed up daily and posted by a parent volunteer on the Gledhill School Council’s Communications Committee. Edits or omissions are made occasionally to protect the privacy of students. 

Note to parents: While you are in the school  for concerts tomorrow, don’t forget to check out the lost and found in the school basement. It is overflowing with lost clothing, footwear and lunch gear!

What’s coming up?

Both Winter Concerts are taking place tomorrow – Wednesday, December 5th:

• JK/SK Concert is at 2 pm – The Kindie classes will be performing a Musical “The Very, Very Gingerbread Men” and the Kindie Ukulele Kids will also be performing.

The school council will be providing complementary coffee and tea before the Kindie concert (Bring your reusable mug)

• Grades 1-5 Concert is at 6:30pm – Rms 6, 8, 9, 14, 20, 21, 22, 26 and 28, Primary Choir and USchool Ukulele will all perform.

The school council wants to help make your concert evening a little less crazy by organizing a selection of yummy options to keep tummies full during the concert. Pizza and a potluck table of sweet and savoury treats will be available for purchase starting at 5:30pm (concert starts at 6:30).

Donations of food and baking can be dropped off at the school office Wednesday morning. Thank you for your help!

All proceeds go to support school council programs like Scientist in School and Drama with Jeff.

• Friday, December 7th – PA Day

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 huge congratulations to the boys volleyball team who placed 2nd in their tournament and will move on to face Eglinton PS next week. GO TIGERS! – Mrs Pace
2. Thank you Gledhill! The toys and mittens in the front hall look great! Please keep the toys  and mittens coming until December 19th. Many thanks from Centre 55.
3. There will be a GAC (Gledhill Athletics Club) meeting today at the gym office just before you eat lunch.
4. This year we have decided to collect gently used sports equipment that can be put to use by someone else. Balls, gloves, skates etc that are still in good condition or that you maybe have never used and are around your house can be brought in and placed in the bin outside the gym office. The GAC are deciding how best to use the items. Thank you. – Mr Webb

Note: These announcements are typed up daily and posted by a parent volunteer on the Gledhill School Council’s Communications Committee. Edits or omissions are made occasionally to protect the privacy of students. 

What’s coming up?

Both Winter Concerts are taking place this Wednesday, December 5th:

• JK/SK Concert is at 2 pm – The Kindie classes will be performing a Musical “The Very, Very Gingerbread Men” and the Kindie Ukulele Kids will also be performing.

The school council will be providing complementary coffee and tea before the Kindie concert (Bring your reusable mug)

• Grades 1-5 Concert is at 6:30pm – Rms 6, 8, 9, 14, 20, 21, 22, 26 and 28, Primary Choir and USchool Ukulele will all perform.

The school council wants to help make your concert evening a little less crazy by organizing a selection of yummy options to keep tummies full during the concert. Pizza and a potluck table of sweet and savoury treats will be available for purchase starting at 5:30pm (concert starts at 6:30).

Donations of food and baking can be dropped off at the school office Wednesday morning. Thank you for your help!

All proceeds go to support school council programs like Scientist in School and Drama with Jeff.

• Friday, December 7th – PA Day

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. Our girls basketball team played so well at our tournament last Friday and we were IN every game. They showed amazing team spirit and I am very proud of all of them. Next sports to look forward to at Gledhill are co-ed Ball Hockey, girls Volleyball and boys Basketball – Mr Webb
2. USchool Ukulele today at 11:30. Last practice before the Winter Concert!

Note: These announcements are typed up daily and posted by a parent volunteer on the Gledhill School Council’s Communications Committee. Edits or omissions are made occasionally to protect the privacy of students. 

What’s coming up?

• Wednesday, December 5th – Winter Concerts:
  • JK/SK Concert at 2 pm (Kindie Ukulele Kids and the Musical “The Very, Very Gingerbread Men”)
  • Grades 1-5 Concert at 6:30pm. (Rms 6, 8, 9, 14, 20, 21, 22, 26 and 28, Primary Choir and USchool Ukulele will perform)
• Friday, December 7th – PA Day

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. Hanukkah, the Jewish “Festival of Lights,” also known as the “Feast of Dedication,” begins at sunset on the 25th day of the Hebrew month, Kislev. In Judaism, Hanukkah is celebrated for eight days to commemorate the victory of Judah the Maccabee for religious freedom and rededication of the Temple in 165 BCE, and to celebrate the power of God and the faithful members of Judaism. To commemorate the rededication of the temple a menorah[1], the Hanukkah lamp, was lit. The oil was only supposed to last for one day, but it miraculously kept the menorah lit for 8 days. Today, the seven candles of the menorah are lit one day at a time to signify the eight days of light that shone during the first rededication ceremony in 165 BCE. Spinning a dreidel (a spinning top) is traditionally associated with the festival.

2. A huge Gledhill welcome to all the schools visiting for the grade 5 girls basketball tournament.

Note: These announcements are typed up daily and posted by a parent volunteer on the Gledhill School Council’s Communications Committee. Edits or omissions are made occasionally to protect the privacy of students. 

What’s coming up?

• Friday, November 30th – Spirit Day – “Twin, Triplet and Team Day” Find someone, ask someone or join someone in a fun lookalike kind of way.
• Friday, November 30th – Pizza Lunch (Gr 1-5)
• Friday, November 30th – Girls Grade 4/5 Basketball Tournament at Gledhill
• Wednesday, December 5th – Winter Concerts:
  • JK/SK Concert at 2 pm (Kindie Ukulele Kids and the Musical “The Very, Very Gingerbread Men”)
  • Grades 1-5 Concert at 6:30pm. (Rms 6, 8, 9, 14, 20, 21, 22, 26 and 28, Primary Choir and USchool Ukulele will perform)
• Friday, December 7th – PA Day

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. Good Morning Gledhill. We are having a toy and mitten drive for Centre 55. Please drop off new, unwrapped toys and mittens in the main hallway.
2. Reminder of our Spirit Day this Friday. It’s Twin, Triplet or Team Day! Find someone, ask someone or join someone in a fun lookalike kind of way.
3. Regular Eco Club meeting is today at lunch in Rm 6.
4. A message from the Eco Club: There are a few more days to send a photo of you or your family shopping with reusable bags. There will be a prize drawn for participants. Last Day is this Friday.  – check the Eco Club bulletin board to see who has already sent in a photo. Mme Leclerc is waiting for your photos. Thanks!  chantal.leclerc@tdsb.on.ca

Note: These announcements are typed up daily and posted by a parent volunteer on the Gledhill School Council’s Communications Committee. Edits or omissions are made occasionally to protect the privacy of students. 

What’s coming up?

• Friday, November 30th – Spirit Day – “Twin, Triplet and Team Day” Find someone, ask someone or join someone in a fun lookalike kind of way.
• Friday, November 30th – Pizza Lunch (Gr 1-5)
• Friday, November 30th – Girls Grade 4/5 Basketball Tournament at Gledhill
• Wednesday, December 5th – Winter Concerts:
  • JK/SK Concert at 2 pm (Kindie Ukulele Kids and the Musical “The Very, Very Gingerbread Men”)
  • Grades 1-5 Concert at 6:30pm. (Rms 6, 8, 9, 14, 20, 21, 22, 26 and 28, Primary Choir and USchool Ukulele will perform)
• Friday, December 7th – PA Day

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. Reminder of our Spirit Day this Friday. It’s Twin, Triplet or Team Day! Find someone, ask someone or join someone in a fun lookalike kind of way.
2. Strings is cancelled.
3. A message from the Eco Club: There are a few more days to send a photo of you or your family shopping with reusable bags. There will be a prize drawn for participants. Last Day is this Friday.  – check the Eco Club bulletin board to see who has already sent in a photo. Mme Leclerc is waiting for your photos. Thanks!  chantal.leclerc@tdsb.on.ca

Note: These announcements are typed up daily and posted by a parent volunteer on the Gledhill School Council’s Communications Committee. Edits or omissions are made occasionally to protect the privacy of students. 

Note: Shout out to Gledhill parent Erin for once again adding her touch to the school’s front entrance. It’s starting to look very festive with more to be added soon. Also, thanks to The Beaches Lions Club for donating a tree (coming next week) and the greenery for the planters -See photos below

What’s coming up?

• Friday, November 30th – Pizza Lunch (Gr 1-5)
• Friday, November 30th – Girls Grade 4/5 Basketball Tournament at Gledhill
• Wednesday, December 5th – Winter Concerts:
  • JK/SK Concert at 2 pm (Kindie Ukulele Kids and the Musical “The Very, Very Gingerbread Men”)
  • Grades 1-5 Concert at 6:30pm. (Rms 6, 8, 9, 14, 20, 21, 22, 26 and 28, Primary Choir and USchool Ukulele will perform)
• Friday, December 7th – PA Day

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. Primary Choir is today at 11:45.
2. Boys Volleyball team can you please meet Mrs Pace in the gym at morning recess.
3. Two messages from the Eco Club:
   1. -There are a few more days to send a photo of you or your family shopping with reusable bags. There will be a prize drawn for participants. Last Day is this Friday.  – check the Eco Club bulletin board to see who has already sent in a photo. Mme Leclerc is waiting for your photos. Thanks!  chantal.leclerc@tdsb.on.ca
   2. Here at Gledhill we don’t like litter and waste. It’s harmful and it impacts animals, plants and people. 2 weeks ago, Rm 29 conducted a waste audit in the big lunch room. We noticed that many of us are using the green bin properly by putting in apple and pear cores, bread and other items. Sometimes you my not be sure what to do with your lunch waste and that’s OK. Please check the sign by the green bin to make the right choice. Thank you for your cooperation!

Note: These announcements are typed up daily and posted by a parent volunteer on the Gledhill School Council’s Communications Committee. Edits or omissions are made occasionally to protect the privacy of students. 

Note: Today is the last day to get 20% off Gledhill Spirit Wear (Discount code SUPERBLACK) – All orders of $50 or more ship to your house for free from Entripy using UPS. You can find further details on Mr Webb’s website or if you have any questions please contact him at the school.

What’s coming up?

• Monday, November 26th – Character Ed Assembly (All are welcome)
• Friday, November 30th – Pizza Lunch (Gr 1-5)
• Friday, November 30th – Girls Grade 4/5 Basketball Tournament at Gledhill
• Wednesday, December 5th – Winter Concerts:
  • JK/SK Concert at 2 pm (Kindie Ukulele Kids and the Musical “The Very, Very Gingerbread Men”)
  • Grades 1-5 Concert at 6:30pm. (Rms 6, 8, 9, 14, 20, 21, 22, 26 and 28, Primary Choir and USchool Ukulele will perform)
• Friday, December 7th – PA Day

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. USchool Ukulele today at 11:30
2. Rehearsal today at lunch for all grade 5s participating  in the Kindergarten Musical.
3. Hey Gledhill! It’s not too late to send us a photo of you and your family shopping with reusable bags. We will accept them for another week. Please email them to Mme Leclerc as soon as possible. chantal.leclerc@tdsb.on.ca

Note: These announcements are typed up daily and posted by a parent volunteer on the Gledhill School Council’s Communications Committee. Edits or omissions are made occasionally to protect the privacy of students.