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Richmond Street Public School · 153 Richmond Street · Thorold, ON · L2V 3H3 · Tel: 905-227-2971 · Fax: 905-227-9525

Principal: J. MacJanet Vice –Principal: G. Klassen

Upcoming Events

June 2—Recognition Assembly @ 1:30 pm

June 2—Flag Rugby Game vs JM (home game) @ 4pm

June 3—Scientist in Classroom Grade 4s

June 6—Art Gallery for Grade 1s

June 7—Flag Rugby Game vs Caistor (away game) @ 4pm

June 8—Pita Day

June 9—DSBN Track & Field Day

June 9—Fun Fair

June 10—P.A. Day No School

June 14—DSBN Special Olympics at NOC

June 15—Sub Lunch

June 16—Intermediate Coed Flag Rugby Tournament

June 17—Junior Year End Trip to N Falls

June 20—Junior 3-pitch Tournament

June 21—Intermediate 3-pitch Tournament

June 22– Pizza Lunch

June 22—Scientist in School Grade 3s

June 24—Safari Niagara Trip Gr. 3 & Gr. 2/3

June 27—Report Cards Go Home

June 28—Gr. 8 Graduation

June 28—Sr. Kindergarten Graduation @ 1:00 pm

June 29—Last Day of School

June 29—Student Award Assembly @ 9am

June 30—P.A. Day

LEARNING ADVANTAGE

Wow! We can’t believe that this year has passed by so quickly! It is an exciting time to be a part of Richmond Street Public School and to reflect upon many of the positive events that took place. We had sports, we had assemblies, we had trips and special events....and this was done in only 10 months! What a privilege to be a part of such caring and supportive individuals. Since inquiry learning is involved in our school’s narrow focus, it was a pleasure to see our students, their parents and our staff deepen their understanding of what makes our children better thinkers and problem solvers. This will help to continue to improve our already great results. This is what a school is all about - educating tomorrow’s future! In closing, we would like to thank all of the staff, students, parents, friends, guardians, and community volunteers that helped to make this past year successful! We could have not done the many wonderful activities / events without your help, love and support. I would like to personally recognize your continued and sustained support and efforts! The staff, Mrs. Klassen and I are proud to be a part of such an amazing group of people. Unfortunately, we have to say goodbye to a couple of amazing edu-cators. Mrs. Keus has finished her long term contract with Richmond and we wish her all of the best in the future. She was an integral part of our kindergarten team and we will definitely miss her. Also, we have to say goodbye to our Vice Principal, Mrs. Klassen. She has been such an important fixture at Richmond Street for the past two years and we will miss her knowledge, her sense of humour and her many different colours. Personally, I have not worked with a better partner and I will miss her dearly. We will also welcome new members to our Raptor team! Mrs. Kosuta (prep), Mrs. Mayhew(FSL) and Mrs. Alcox (Vice Principal) will be joining us for 2016/17 and we look forward to their new experiences and knowledge that they will bring. Have a safe and eventful summer and we look forward to another journey together when we start school on Tuesday, September 5th, 2016!


RICHMOND STREET SCHOOL’S “HONOURED” STUDENTS FOR THE MONTH OF MAY

Academic Award Character Trait Award—Courage

JK/SK (Mrs. Keus/Sposato) *A. Surve

JK/SK (Mrs. Fowle/Wright) *M. Kenny

JK/SK (Mrs. Sullivan/Sims) *A-R. Hedden

JK/SK (Mrs. Raynor/Kraliz) *A. Hurst

Grade 1 *A. Smith Ms. McPhee

Grade 1 *A. Boutilier Mrs. Ashcroft

Grade 1 *A. Keeping-Lomas Mrs. Cavers

Grade 2 *K. Cunningham Mrs. Rankie

Grade 2 *J. Sicat Mrs. Lewitzky

Grade 2/3 *A. Isherwood Mr. Meger

Grade 3 *R. Niven Mrs. Steinbachs

Grade 3 *R. Paton Mrs. Steinbachs

Grade 4 *S. Gough Mrs. White

Grade 4 *A. Hammond Mr. Oakes

Grade 5 *B Burrows Mr. Goar

Grade 5 *T. Harper Mrs. Elliott

Grade 5 *X. Lenson Mrs. Elliott

Grade 6 *A. Gashi Mrs. Desson

Grade 6 *A. Burton Mrs. Brydges

Grade 7 *K. Lambert Mr. Benner

Grade 7/8 *J. Kim Mrs. Darling

Grade 7/8 *J. Powell Mrs. Darling

Grade 8 *A. Ferguson Mr. Currie

French *J. Tufford M. Salmon

Music *E. Wier Mr. Teakle

JK/SK (Mrs. Keus/Sposato) *H. Wiens

JK/SK (Mrs. Fowle/Wright) *C. Smith

JK/SK (Mrs. Sullivan/Sims) *B. Schuchard

JK/SK (Mrs. Raynor/Kraliz) *A. Eaton

Grade 1 *O. Cecchini Ms. McPhee

Grade 1 *F. Swanson Mrs. Ashcroft

Grade 1 *I. MacDonald Mrs. Cavers

Grade 2 *B. Lesster Mrs. Rankie

Grade 2 *K. Young Mrs. Lewitzky

Grade 2/3 *D. Li Mr. Meger

Grade 3 *N. Clements Downey Mrs. Horth

Grade 3 *A. Bury Mrs. Steinbachs

Grade 4 *J. Beaman Mrs. White

Grade 4 *C. Wagar Mr. Oakes

Grade 5 *E. Bolibruck Mr. Goar

Grade 5 *B. Pupek Mr. Goar

Grade 5 *B. Legros Mrs. Elliott

Grade 6 *C. Reid Mrs. Desson

Grade 6 *A. Isherwood Mrs. Brydges

Grade 6 *I. Odesski Mrs. Brydges

Grade 7 *J. Agyare Mr. Benner

Grade 7/8 *J. Dahlke Mrs. Darling

Grade 7/8 *C. Gibbon Mrs. Darling

Grade 8 *H. Wutzke Mr. Currie

French *H. Ferguson M. Salmon

Music *L. McLeod Mr. Teakle


BREAKFAST CLUB

As the School year comes to an end, we would like to thank all those dedicated volunteers, who gave so

much time to ensure our Richmond kids were fed every school morning. The healthy and nutritious food

options were sure to give our kids the start they needed to keep going all day long.

We are now asking for volunteers to sign up for the 2016-2017 school year. Without dedicated

volunteers the breakfast club cannot run.

The time is from 8:05 to 9:10 Monday to Friday. Please sign up in the office and your information will

be forwarded to the breakfast club coordinator.

Please Note: Breakfast Club will run as long as possible, we will let you know if

there is any changes. Breakfast Club will begin again in mid September.

LIBRARY CIRCULATION

Library books are due

back by Monday, June

13h. Please help your

child to return their outstanding

books to the library.

THANK YOU

A huge thank you for to all of the Richmond community for their support during our

intermediate raffle fundraiser!

Thank you also goes to Mrs. Young for her commitment to this raffle!

RAISING MONEY FOR CANCER

Raising Money for Walker Family Cancer Centre

Richmond Street School hosted a bake sale on Tuesday, May 3rd, and

raised $600.00 to support our local hospital’s Cancer Centre! Thank

you to the students and families of the Junior classrooms who brought

in baked goods for this event. A special thanks goes out to the

organizers for this event: Shanice B., Madison D., Hilda J., Angelin L.,

Milan V., and Mr. Goar. These girls came up with the idea, developed a

plan, and ran the bake sale. The girls and Mr. Goar made a visit to the

Walker Family Cancer Centre on May 17th to donate the money on be-

half of Richmond Street.

Thank you, Richmond Street, for making a difference in our

community!


TRACK AND FIELD UPDATE

2016 Track and Field Team

On Friday May 20th 72 students from Richmond St School went to compete in the Group 2 Region-al Track and Field Meet. Richmond athletes did very well on that warm, sunny day and as a result we have over 30 students who qualified for the DSBN Track and Field Meet which is held on June 9th. Congrats to all athletes for their best efforts! Team members include:

Grade 3 Mya P. Charlee R. Cloey J. Ryan P. Emily R. Grade 4 Jaxon B. Tivon C. Jordan C. Bayleigh D. Sutter P. Ryder B. Jack D. Anna H. Ashley M. Savannah S. Kaden S. Tyler R. Sophia S. Grade 5 Shanice B. Britton B. Ava F. Hilda J. Brady P. Jadyn S. Nolan T. Jewelea T. Grace S. Grade 6 Brooklyn B. Grace D. Abby M. Hope N. Luca R. Curtis I. Jacob L. Nathan C. Grade 7 Jeremy A. Blake B. Connor B. Lukus C. Jillian J. Joel J. Kylie L. Chantel D. Andie L. Abigail M. Connor S. Jazmin T. Samreen A. Dapo B. Blayden B. Nabiha G. Julian R. Emma-li S. Grade 8 Anas A. Keirstin G. Cassie M. Hayden D. Tyler D. Avery F. Brodie G. Joshua L. Madison M. Seth R. Brooke S. Lauren S.

INTERMEDIATE BADMINTON

The intermediate badminton team traveled to Brock University on May 4th to participate in a tournament. All team members played very well. Congratulations to G Singles- Madi placed top 16/56 teams B Singles- Julian placed top 50/56 teams Mixed Doubles- Grace & Jeremy placed top 24/56 teams G.Doubles- Brooke & Destinee placed top 24/56 teams B. Doubles- Rylie & Connor placed top 16/56 teams Team Players: Josh, Joel, Anas, Logan, Keirstin, Blayden, Madi, Julian, Grace, Jeremy, Brooke, Desinee, Rylie, & Connor! Congratulations on an excellent season! Miss Darling & Mr. Benner


Dear Parents and/or Guardians, June 6, 2016

During the months of May and June, the District School Board of Niagara begins the process of establishing staffing

needs for many of its schools. Determining enrolment for September is a key factor in the process. If you are aware of

any families who will be living within the boundaries of Richmond Street Public School by September, please remind

them to enroll at our school as soon as possible as bussing takes a minimum of three days to arrange through NSTS

(Niagara Student Transportation Services). Your assistance is greatly appreciated. The office will close on June 30th and

re-open on August 29th, 2016.

In establishing classes for the 2015-2016 school year, please trust our professional judgment to make good pedagogical-

ly sound decisions regarding your child’s class placement for September. Please trust that we are well-educated profes-

sionals with your child’s best interests at heart. Guidelines that we consider when creating class lists include the follow-

ing:

Ability

Learning style/social needs

Work habits

Special program needs

Behaviour

Gender balance

Class Size

With some large and smaller numbers in various grades, and Ministry caps in the primary division, we will likely have

some combined grade classrooms in September. This is a reality with a growing school. A combined grade is no differ-

ent then a single grade classroom where there are children at many different levels. All teachers use differentiated in-

struction to meet the needs of all learners in their classrooms.

When creating class lists, present and receiving teachers meet with each other, administration and Learning Resource

Teachers to make final decisions. Parent preference cannot be a determining factor, however, if you have information

you wish to make us aware of that pertains to your child's success, please forward it in a written letter to the office ad-

dressed to Mr. MacJanet and Mrs. Klassen. If you choose to write a letter please provide information about your child

only (areas of concern). Please do not make requests or recommendations for specific grades, classrooms, or teachers.

Teaching Assignments for next year are tentatively the following (this could change according to new enrolments):

Principal: Mr. MacJanet

Vice Principal: Mrs. Alcox

Secretaries: Mrs. Weir

Mrs. Beaudoin

Caretaking Staff: Mrs. Shaule

Mrs. Wilson

Lunch Room Sup.: Mrs. Wilkins

Mrs. Goldsworthy

FDK Team: Mrs. Raynor and Mrs. Kraliz

Mrs. Sullivan and Mrs. Sims

Mrs. Moore and Mrs. Wright

TBD and Mrs. Sposato

Grade 1: Mrs. Magder-Ashcroft

Mrs. Cavers

Grade1/2: Mrs. Fowle

Grade 2: Mrs. Rankie

Mrs. Harmer-Lewitzky

Grade 2/3: Mr. Meger

Grade 3: Mrs. Horth and Mrs. Steinbachs

(Team Teaching in same classroom)

Grade 4: Mr. Oakes

Mrs. White

Grade 5: Mrs. Visscher

Mr. Goar


We are pleased to offer SUMMER HEAT, a primary Summer Learning Program, again this year. The program will run from Monday, July 11th to Friday, July 29th for students entering JK to grade 4 in the fall of 2016. Kindergarten Kick Start is for students entering junior and senior kindergarten in the fall, while Funshine Kids is for students entering grades 1, 2, 3 and 4. This three week program is entirely FREE, but space is limited so please be sure to register early. Daily lessons at all sites will incorporate FNMI perspectives and teachings. Registration can be done online beginning the middle of May. The program will begin at 8:15 a.m. with breakfast provided, and it will end at 12:15 p.m. Students will be involved in a variety of learning opportunities throughout the morning, with a focus on literacy, numeracy and active living. We are excited about being able to offer this amazing program to our families. Check it out on the DSBN website at www.dsbn.org/summerheat Summer HEAT will be offered at the following sites: St. Catharines - Edith Cavell, Connaught, Lincoln Centennial, Harriet Tubman (FNMI site) Welland - Diamond Trial, Princess Elizabeth (FNMI site) Beamsville - Senator Gibson Niagara Falls - Simcoe Street, Valley Way (FNMI site) Port Colborne - De Witt Carter Fort Erie Area - Crystal Beach, Peace Bridge (FNMI site) NEW sites: Thorold - Prince of Wales

SUMMER HEAT

Grade 6: Mrs. Desson

Mrs. Brydges

Grade 7: Mrs. Elliot

Mrs. Darling

Grade 8: Mr. Currie

Mr. Benner

LRT: Mr. Bond

Mr. Ridgway

Youth Counsellor: Mrs. Ianetti

French: Mr. Salmon

Mrs. Mayhew

Music: Mr. Teakle

Instructional Coach: Mr. Khan

Prep: Mr. Garrah

Mrs. Kosuta

Educational Assistant: Mrs. Passero

Mrs. Derwinsky

Mrs. Sweeney

Mr. Timmons

Mrs. Colquhoun

Also, some students entering grade 3 next year will have a unique opportunity to be a part of a Team Teaching class

room. What this means is that there will be two classes placed together with two classroom teachers in a much larger

space ( our old cafeteria). This will be taught by Mrs. Horth and Mrs. Steinbachs. Great things are happening at Rich-

mond Street!

If your child is with a different group of students, please consider discussing the value of new friendships, new opportu-

nities, and fresh starts. We are looking forward to another wonderful school year with your support.

Thank you,

Mr. MacJanet Mrs. Alcox Richmond Street Staff

http://www.dsbn.org/summerheat


THE SUN IS BACK!

The sun is shining and it’s time to get outside to play! But before you run outside, make sure you remember your 5 S’s…

Slip: on some clothes that will protect your skin from the sun (loose-fitting and tightly woven are best).

Slop: on some sunscreen that is at least SPF 30 and filters UVA & UVB rays (broad -spectrum). Put sunscreen on 20

minutes BEFORE you go outside, so it can soak in. Don’t forget your ears, nose and feet if you are wearing sandals! Lips

should also be protected with SPF 30 lip balm.

Slap: on a wide-brimmed hat to protect your face, ears and neck

Seek: shade when outside between 11am-4pm

Slide: on some sunglasses that have 100% UVA & UVB filter s.

Attention moms, dads, coaches and caregivers: sun damage can happen quickly, so make sure youth remember sunscreen for lunch

break, gym class, track and field and other outdoor activities.

For more information, talk to your school nurse.

HOW TO GET 2016 BACK TO SCHOOL STU-DENT TRANSPORTATION INFORMATION

Niagara Student Transportation Services (NSTS) is a consortium between the District School Board of Niagara and the Niagara Catholic District School Board. The mandate of NSTS is to plan and administer safe, efficient and effective transportation services for the students of Niagara.

On August 15, 2016 NSTS will post specific back to school transportation arrangements for each student enrolled at the school boards, including bus route numbers, stop locations and times. Eligibility infor-mation is also available through the portal and walking directions are available if your child lives within the walk zone of the school and is not eligible for transportation service.

Please visit www.nsts.ca and sign-in to the secure parent portal to get your child’s student transportation information. To sign-in to the portal you will need your child’s Ontario Education Number (OEN) which can be found on their report card. While signed-in, please subscribe to the delay and cancellation mod-ule for direct and timely emails regarding student transportation that impacts your child.

Changes to home, pick-up or drop-off addresses must be made through your child’s school. During the summer you may notify NSTS of address changes so we can make sure a bus stop is available for your child to start the school year, however, NSTS is not authorized to change student address information.

With the availability of the secure parent portal, NSTS will not mail student transportation notices with the exception of Kindergarten students or new students to the system who do not have an OEN to sign-in to the portal.

Please contact your school or NSTS if you have questions regarding your child’s transportation arrange-ments.

http://www.nsts.ca

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