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October Is Walk to School Month

October is International Walk to School Month. To celebrate it we are having ourfirst Walking Wednesday of the year on October 7th. Remember that walking/wheeling to school: Increases our daily physical activity Increases safety for students by lowering the traffic congestion that we see every morning Helps reduce air pollution, which also means cleaner air around […]

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First Lice Check of the Year

The first lice check of the year is next Thursday, September 24th and Friday, September 25th. Kindly avoid any fancy hairstyles (e.g. braids, gel, pony tails, etc.). We are still looking for some volunteers. Volunteers do not need to check any heads, but help in bringing classes down and checking attendance. If you can help […]

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Attendance Verification

If your child is going to be absent or late you must call the Attendance Verification line (416-393-9114) to notify the school. Please leave the following information: your child’s name their classroom number the date(s) of their absence the reason why they are absent or late. Please speak clearly and always spell your child’s first […]

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Kiss ‘n’ Ride 101

What Is It? The Kiss ‘N’ Ride (KNR) Program is a school/APA initiative to promote Safe Arrival for students who need to drive to school. It is easy and convenient for Parents and Grade 1 to 6 Students. Simply, drive west on Castlefield Avenue and drop off your child at the Kiss ‘N’ Ride Zone. […]

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Walking Wednesday

A big thanks for the amazing job from Ms. Doherty’s class, room 102, who volunteered to host Walking Wednesday for June (our last one of the year). Room 102 is the recipient of the Wacky Walker Award for June. The Smelly Sneaker Award goes to room 214. Thank you to all the students and parents […]

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Lost and Found Clean Out

The Lost and Found is bursting at the seams with gym clothing, swim suits, towels, goggles, lunch boxes and loads of HOODIES and JACKETS. Please have your child visit the Lost and Found this week. We will be clearing it out next Tuesday, June 2. Lost and Found is located on the basement near the […]

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Mental Health and Welling Being Symposium

The first annual Mental Health and Well-Being Parent Symposium, “Parents as Partners – Taking Action Together” will take place on Saturday, May 9 from 8:30 a.m. to 2:45 p.m. at Earl Haig Secondary School, 100 Princess Avenue. The day will feature workshops for parents that will: Increase parent engagement in supporting mental health and well-being […]

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Lice Check Next Week

Lice checks are on Thursday, April 16 and Friday, April 17. Kindly remember to avoid fancy hairstyles and to check backpacks for any letters coming home on those days. We still need some volunteers, if you can help out please email Maria Valencia.

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April Lice Check

The last Lice Checks of the year will be on Thursday, April 16 and Friday 17. Kindly avoid any fancy hairstyles (e.g. braids, gel, pony tails, etc.). We are looking for some volunteers to help out. Volunteers do not need to check any heads, but help in bringing classes down and checking attendance. If you […]

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