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Used Book Drive

Spring is finally here and with it usually comes some spring cleaning. We would love you to take a look at your children’s bookshelves and consider donating and gently used books the kids have out grown to a wonderful Children’s Book Bank. The Book Bank provides free books and literacy support to children living in low-income […]

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Fun Fair Prizes – Donation Bin in Office

Have you joined the Marie Kondo movement and you’re looking to de-clutter? The Fun Fair Prize room is in need of replenishment and so we welcome new toys, loot bag items, craft supplies and nut-free candy. If you have any items you would like to donate to our June 1st Fun Fair, please place your items in the bin […]

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Laetitia

Getting to Know the Allenby Staff

NAME: Laetitia Nocera WHAT IS YOUR POSITION: Grade 5/6 French Immersion Teacher DID YOU KNOW: I use to have a pet hedgehog named Nina. Yes, a real one! WHAT DO YOU LOVE ABOUT ALLENBY: My wonderful students make everyday a great day! SOMETHING YOU MAY NOT KNOW ABOUT ME: I love adventure. I even went camping for eight days in […]

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Allenby Athletics: April 29–May 4

The Allenby Athletics schedule is subject to change. Please ensure that your child listens to the announcements for any changes to the online schedule. MONDAY 08:00       Grade 6 Ultimate Frisbee 11:45       Triple Jump Gr. 4–6 Boys and Girls TUESDAY 08:00       Grade 5 Ultimate Frisbee 11:45       Shot Put Gr. […]

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Yoga Mats Needed for Mindful May

Throughout the month of May, our students will be involved in various sessions and activities that promote mindfulness. The school is looking for new or gently used yoga mats for some of these sessions. If you have any mats at home that you are willing to donate, please send them into the school office before April 26. […]

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Pizza Lunch Next Friday

No lunches to pack next Friday, April 26!It’s the last Friday of the month, and it’s Pizza Lunch! Parents are invited to come help feed the hungry crowd—meet at 11:30 a.m. in the lunchroom.

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BrendaSimonTalk

Lets Talk About PLAY

Why Promoting Freely Chosen Self-Directed Play Is Essential for the Development of Autonomy and Relief of Anxiety in Our Kids In this talk, play expert Brenda Simon explains how to create opportunities for play that can compete with screens and how rich play allows our kids to learn to manage real risk, develop resilience, and […]

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JLudig

Getting to Know the Allenby Staff

NAME: Jessica Berces Ludig WHAT IS YOUR POSITION: Grade 3/4 French Immersion Teacher DID YOU KNOW: I love kayaking and spending time hiking in the forest with my family. WHAT DO YOU LOVE ABOUT ALLENBY: I love learning and growing with my students. SOMETHING YOU MAY NOT KNOW ABOUT ME: Did you know that I lived in France?

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Allenby Athletics: April 22–26

The Allenby Athletics schedule is subject to change. Please ensure that your child listens to the announcements for any changes to the online schedule. MONDAY No school TUESDAY 08:00       800 Meter Tryouts, Gr. 4–6 11:45       Girls Triple Jump Tryouts, Gr. 4–6 WEDNESDAY 08:00       400 Meter Tryouts, Gr. 4–6 12:15       Boys Triple […]

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Fun Fair Prizes – Donation Bin in the Office

Every spring  Allenby students anticipate the annual Fun Fair for the food, inflatable rides and activities, and most of all the games and prizes! We need to re-stock this year’s prize room, and we are looking for new toys, loot bag items, craft supplies, and nut-free candy. If you have any new items that you […]

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