Daily Announcements: Wednesday, June 13th

Today:

  • Beguiling Book Fair
    Times: 8:30 a.m. until 11:30 a.m. and 12:35 – 3:20 (closed at recess!)

Friday

  • Last call for TDSB French Programs Review Survey -Parents/guardians/grandparents of current and former students, former students and community members are invited to share their experiences and ideas on TDSB French programs via the on-line survey. It just takes a few minutes. Click here to access the survey.
    Survey closes on Friday, June 15, 2018.

    More about the TDSB French Review is available 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. Today is the last day to stock up on your summer reading! Stop by the library to check out the great selection of graphic novels for all ages. See you at the book fair.

Mr. Currie talked about:

  • Days of Significance
  • Staff and Students – we are hosting our annual Kindergarten Orientation from 10:20-11:20 in the large lunchroom. Weather permitting, we will have lunch outside.

Please remember to persevere.

Have a Wingardium Leviosa Wednesday!

 

Silent Auction at Family Fest in support of two of Gledhill’s Students

In support of Hailey, a student in Room 19, who is battling leukemia and Ryan in Room 26, who recently lost his father in a tragic accident, each classroom at Gledhill will be creating a piece of artwork to be auctioned off during Family Fest on Friday, June 22nd. All proceeds from the Silent Auction will be going towards Hailey and Ryan. Please come out to support this worthy cause!

Daily Announcements: Tuesday, June 12th

What’s on this week?

Today:

  • Final Gledhill School Council Meeting of the year – 6-7:30 pm in the staff room on the 2nd floor. Looking ahead the 2018/2019 school year and fall school council election, come and learn about what roles exist within the Gledhill School Council. Pizza will be provided. Unfortunately, no childcare is available for this meeting.
  • City Finals at Birchmount
  • Beguiling Book Fair

    Book Fair Date: Tuesday, June 12th and Wednesday, June 13th

    Times: 8:30 a.m. until 11:30 a.m. and 12:35 – 3:20 (closed at recess!)

    After School Event: The Book Fair will be open on Tuesday, June 12th, from 3:30 p.m. until 5:30 p.m.

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 Beguiling Book Fair is starting today and continues tomorrow in the library. Stop by and check out a great selection of graphic novels for all ages. http://www.beguilingbooksandart.com/
  2. The Gledhill Clothing Swap is BACK! This year at Family Fest (June 22) in the spirit of sharing, kindness, reducing and reusing, Mrs Chitayat’s class is organizing a huge clothing swap! Clothing donations can be dropped off at the main office, up until Thursday, June 21, in clear or blue recycling bags. Then, at Family Fest, all families are invited to take home what their family can use.

Family Fest is 10 days away! – Help Wanted

Our much anticipated Family Fest is only 10 days away! Next Friday, June 22 after school, the school yard will be transformed into a sea of bouncy castles, delicious food and fun!

Family Fest is one of the school council’s primary fundraisers to support the things our kids love like Drama with Jeff, Scientist in the School and Skate Day.

The event is made possible with the help of our fantastic parent community. How can you help?

  1. Sign up for a shift (or two): This year the shifts are in one hour blocks so you can customize your evening. Have fun with your kids and help out for short time. We need parents to do things like sell tickets & food, supervise bouncy castles and help with set up and clean up.
  2. Bring Food: Our International Foods Table needs finger foods and other items that can be sold for a $1 a serving.
  3. Bring Baking: Our Bake Table needs to be stocked with yummy goodies.

Letting the organizers know how you can help is easy. Check out the online sign up HERE

If you have questions about what help is needed or prefer not to use the online sign up tool you can also contact  gledhillvolunteer@gmail.com

 

Family Fest needs your help!

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As you know, Family Fest takes an army of volunteers to make it a success. If you can volunteer even a small amount of time, that would be great!

This year we’re using SignUp.com to organize our upcoming SignUps.

Here’s how it works in 3 easy steps:

1) Click this link to see our SignUp on SignUp.comhttp://signup.com/go/sTCnrot
2) Review the options listed and choose the spot(s) you like.
3) Sign up! It’s Easy – you will NOT need to register an account or keep a password on SignUp.com.

Note: SignUp.com does not share your email address with anyone. If you prefer not to use your email address, please contact me at gledhillvolunteer@gmail.com and I can sign you up manually.

Tomorrow – ONE DAY ONLY – Early Bird Family Fest Wristband Sale

To do list for tomorrow:

1. VOTE

2. Buy your Family Fest Wristbands!

Tomorrow, June 7th ONLY, Family Fest Wristbands will be sold for $20 ($10 off the regular price). They will be sold at drop off (7:40 – 9:00am) and pick up (3:00-3:30pm) near the kindergarten play area in the school yard.

Family Fest is Friday, June 22 from 3:30 -7pm. The wristbands cover “All You Can Bounce” in our 6 inflatables and participation in the Impact Skateboarding Club activities.

Cash or credit card will be accepted

Please Note: All Family Fest wristbands and tickets are non-refundable

Student Vote is Today!

Today students in Grades 4 through 6 will have the opportunity to cast their vote for the candidate they feel should be our representative at Queen’s Park.

Mrs. Chitayat and her team of student helpers are conducting a voting simulation at Gledhill in the basement during all three recesses. The vote will be complete with all the official election officers roles and procedures. Students are encouraged to have researched our local candidates and political parties and come prepared to cast their vote!

More information about Student Vote Ontario 2018 can be found HERE

Grade 5 and 6 Graduation Dance

This year’s Grade 5 and 6 graduation ceremonies will take place in the school gymnasium during the day on Monday, June 25th.

A group of parents have also organized a Graduation Dance that will take place after school from 3:30 – 6:30. See details below:

 

Daily Announcements – Tuesday, June 5th

What’s on this Week?

Today

  • Bike Rally – All bikes are stored in the gymnasium where they can be picked up by parents and students at the end of the day.

Thursday, June 7th

  • ONE DAY ONLY Early Bird Sale on Family Fest Wristbands. This is big! This Thursday Family Fest Wristbands will be sold for $20 ($10 off the regular $30 price). They will be sold at drop off (7:40am – 9:00am) and pick up (3:00-3:30pm) near the kindergarten play area in the school yard.Family Fest is Friday, June 22 from 3:30 -7pm. The wristbands cover “All You Can Bounce” in our 6 inflatables and participation in the Impact Skateboarding Club activities.

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 library books are due back today.
  2. Spirit Squad please come to the library at morning recess for a group photo.
  3. The library will be closed to students at recess for the month of June.

Mr. Currie talked about:

  • Days of Significance
  • Bike Rally instructions

Please remember to be safe.

Have a Bike Rally Tuesday.

Parent Engagement Survey Results

Thank you to all 172 of you who completed our recent Parent Engagement Survey. The following is a high-level summary of the results. Please know that all submitted comments have been recorded and carried
forward. The results were discussed at the May School Council Meeting. If you have questions about specific information collected, please contact:
thegledhillguardian@gmail.com

2018 Parent Engagement Survey Results