The Gledhill Guardian

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. What a great few days we’ve had seeing so many students supporting our Hearts for Hailey fundraiser. This morning at recess outside the music room is your last chance to buy hearts. MAKE SURE ALL DECORATED HEARTS ARE IN THE MAILBOX TOMORROW! It is located outside the office.
2. Junior Choir practices begin tomorrow. Attendance, as usual, is mandatory.
3. A reminder that all gym classes are in the small lunchroom today.
4. Today after school outside the office, glow sticks for Thursday’s “Light Up the Night for Hailey” will be on sale 1 for $2 or 3 for $5.

Mrs. McAleese/Mr Currie talked about:

• Days of Significance
• X-Movement
• Wearing your gear

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. Valentine’s are being sold outside the music room this morning at recess. Monday will be your last chance to buy them!
2. Best of luck to our co-ed ball hockey team from Grades 4 & 5. They are off to Chester to play in their tournament today. Go Tigers!
3. Staff, this is a reminder of the graduation meeting today at lunch in room 30. See you there!
4. Congratulations to the boys basketball team who played their best yesterday. We had a lot of fun and learned together.
5. This is a friendly reminder for the Eco Club kids who are invited to our waste audit to remember to meet today at the beginning of lunch in room 6. See you there!
6. Mrs. Pace needs to see the grade 6 ball hockey team at morning recess to hand out permission forms for Monday’s game at Cosburn.
7. Please come for apples in the office—there is one box left!
8. Today is the Opening Ceremony for the 2018 Winter Olympics. Tell Mrs. Pace or Mr. Webb where the Games are taking place.

Gledhill School is pleased be offering an X Movement experience next week to all students JK through Grade 6. Students will be participating in multiple sessions throughout the week. The experience the school has chosen is called X Dance:

“X Dance is a curriculum-based dance program that explores diversity through a high-energy and culturally rich dance experience. Students identify their unique characteristics, celebrate with the I am Xtra Awesome affirmation, and broaden their understanding of how they can make the world a more inclusive place.”

The Gledhill School Council wants to hear from you!

Take our brief survey (no more than 10 minutes) for a chance to win a Prize Pack of “All you can play” Wristbands for this year’s Family Fest (for up to 3 children).
What gets you coming out to School Council meetings and events? What stops you from coming?

The more we know and understand, the better informed we will be to plan and communicate in a way that works for you, your family, and our wider school community.

Complete the survey by Friday, March 9th for your chance to win. More details contained in the survey.

Find the survey here:
https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/8PXHYYK

What’s on this week?

Thursday

• Basketball Tournament at Gledhill all day
• Junior Makerspace at lunch
• Eco Club at Lunch
• Chess Club at Lunch
• Forest of Reading
• Rm 25 at McCordic

Friday

• Ball Hockey Tournament at Chester PS for Gr 4/5
• Hearts for Hailey continues

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. Tomorrow and Monday morning recess will be your last chances to buy the Valentines. Please come out and support our Hearts for Hailey fundraiser.
2. All of the Grade 4/5 ball hockey team is reminded to meet Mr. Webb outside the gym at 7:45 tomorrow morning to leave for their tournament.
3. Gledhill staff and students would like to extent a warm welcome to the basketball players from DA Morrison, GA Brown, George Webster, Westwood and Whitney Schools. Let’s have a fantastic day together! Go Tigers! (Mrs. Pace)
4. Due to the grade 6 basketball tournament at Gledhill today, Mr. Webb’s gym classes will take place in the small lunchroom. (Mr. Webb)

Please remember to be fair towards yourself and others.

Have a THROWBACK Thursday!

Parents and community members over the age of 18 who wish to volunteer in the school may be required to complete a Police Reference Check (which includes a vulnerable sector screening) and be cleared before they can participate in activities with students. This process ensures that schools and classrooms are safe places for students.  People who volunteer on a regular basis, require a PRC, while those who volunteer on a very casual or one time only basis, may or may not require a PRC. Check with the office to be sure if the activity you wish to attend requires it.

The school office can provide support with the Police Reference Check process. Here are the steps of going through the police background check for new and returning volunteers:

First time volunteers:

1.     Pick up the Police Reference Check/ Clearance Form from the school’s main office. Please be sure to fill it out completely and accurately. Any forms with errors or missing info are returned.

2.     Get a certified cheque or bank draft for $20 made out to Toronto Police Services. This is a one-time cost.

3.     Submit the form and the certified cheque / bank draft to the school office. The school office will submit it to Toronto Police Services on your behalf. The reference check process can take a couple of weeks.

4.     When your application is processed, the Toronto Police Services will mail you a letter with your results. Take the original letter to the school main office. The School office will forward it to the central TDSB office to be entered into the system. The letter will be returned to you in about two weeks.

Returning volunteers:

1.     Check in with the school office every year after the reference check has been processed to give an annual offence declaration (no cost).

We encourage all parents to undergo a Police Reference Check. This way you will be ready to volunteer whenever you have time and the right opportunity arises!