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Elementary Cross-Country Meets

Dear Parents, Unfortunately, as you know, our school team was not registered and so was not able to participate in the cross country event scheduled on Wednesday October 3rd. The following is an update from the TDSB about this situation. The Toronto District Elementary Schools Athletic Association (TDESAA) annual elementary cross-country meets are annual events […]

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Request for Live Auction Items

Do you own or work for a business that you would like to promote to the Allenby community? If so, consider donating merchandise or services to the Big Night Out live auction. The live auction includes items valued at over $500, and will be a featured part of Big Night Out. The auctioneer will provide great […]

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First Pizza Lunch of the Year

Yes! Pizza Lunch is tomorrow, Friday, September 28. Thank you to all parents who are participating and submitted their forms on time. Each teacher has a copy of the class pizza orders, and will remind children what they ordered (Cheese or pepperoni and how many slices) Also, please remember to send your child with a […]

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Fall After 4 Session Coming Soon

Registration forms for the After 4 Fall 2012 session were sent home with your children (grades 1-6) earlier this week. Forms and cheques should be returned to the After 4 bin in the school office by October 5th. The session will start during the week of October 15th, and end during the week of December […]

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Looking for Lice Check Volunteers

We are still looking for some wonderful volunteers to help out with our lice checks on October 9 and October 11. We need people to assist in escorting classes to and from the lice stations both in the kindergarten wing and the main gym. It is a great opportunity to meet more of the children […]

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Co-curricular, Seniority Hiring, Hungry Students, math/french links‏

Dear Supporters of Toronto Public Schools In this issue of my TDSB Trustee Update there is information on: – Co-curricular activities, – Seniority in hiring teachers, – Feeding Toronto’s Hungry Students Week, – an initiative to promote a National Strategy for Child and Youth Nutrition, – links to help students with math, sciences, french and […]

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Cross Country Update

Dear Parents, I am writing to pass on a message from the Cross Country Coaches.  Due to the number of coaches across the city that have withdrawn their participation, the date and the format of the South Conference Meet has changed significantly. Therefore the Allenby coaches have decided not to participate in this year’s Cross […]

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Come on Out to the First APA Meeting of the Year

The first APA meeting of the year will be held on Thursday, September 27th from 7-9 pm in the school library. For new parents and those of you who have not yet attended a meeting, this is where you have the opportunity to learn about all the different programs and initiatives taking place at Allenby. […]

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Draft Class Lists Coming Home

Class lists are being distributed this week. Please note that these are draft copies and final versions will be sent out via class parents in a few weeks. To make additions or revisions, you can write corrected information on the draft list and return it to the office email the correct info to communications@allenbyparents.com complete […]

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Get Ready for the Big Night Out!

Big Night Out 2012 will take place on Thursday November 8th, from 7:30 to 11:00 p.m. in the Allenby gym. Join Allenby parents to socialize with friends, meet new people, and help support our school at the same time! This year’s theme is Mardi Gras, with great food, drinks, and entertainment. You will also have the […]

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