FromtheDeskofMr.AdamMoore–LFMSSPrincipal

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February 25th, 2018 UPCOMING DATES: Feb 26th – Beginning of Respect and Diversity Week Mar 2nd – Grad Breakfast and International Food Fair Mar 6th – Grade 6/7 Snowshoeing and Tubing at Mt. Seymour Mar 7th – Grade 6/7 at Vancouver Opera (10am-11am) Mar 13th – Spring Music Concert – 7pm (“Music in the Movies”) NEWS AND UPDATES I have to admit, I love the snow! It reminds me of being young … when we were kids, snow meant fun! The possibilities were endless – sledding, snowball fights, snow forts, snow angels, and always the desperate hope for a snow day! As adults, we tend to take a more pragmatic view – shoveling, scraping, traffic, uncomfortable boots, getting our children dressed for the weather (not for the faint of heart). I feel that one of our most important tasks in education is to prepare students for the practicalities of adulthood while encouraging them to never lose sight of the joy and magic in this life. If we want our students to make a difference in this world, we have to let them fall in love with it first. As adults, I think we need to remind ourselves to stop and smell the flowers every now and then (or make a snow angel!) because I know how easy it is to slip into the mundane routines of just existing. It is the passionate, compassionate, and curious that have the greatest impact on our world, so we need to do all we can to inspire our children to keep their fire for life burning.

Respect and Diversity Week One of the most exciting things about being alive is the people we get to share this world with. This week, schools across the province will be celebrating diversity and respect in order to allow students to be proud of who they are while being respectful and kind towards others. Ms. Volkenant and our leadership students have done a wonderful job of organizing themes and activities for our school this week. Monday is “Cultural Day” where students and staff are encouraged to wear clothing that celebrates their cultural heritage. Tuesday will be “Free Speech Day,” and there will be activities in the foyer that will allow students to recognize the importance of the freedom of speech. On Wednesday, classes will be working through a fun “Escape Room” activity and will attend an assembly with an amazing artist named “RupLoops” – he brings musical styles and cultures together in incredible ways. Thursday will be “Identity Day” and students will dress up as their favorite emoticon. On Friday, students can buy tickets to sample food from around the world as it will be our International Food Fair (details for the Food Fair will be given to students early in the week). All proceeds from the International Food Fair will go to Habitat for Humanity! Please contact Ms. Volkenant if you still wish to donate food to this event.WHAT’S HAPPENING AT LFMSS? Middle School Communication: Just a reminder for about our Middle School homework/assignment communication tool: www.edmodo.com All grade six and seven homeroom teachers are using it as it is very helpful way to keep parents and students informed. Music: Mr. Thompson, Ms. Robertson, and our Jazz Students travelled to Idaho this weekend and did an amazing job at the Lionel Hampton International Jazz Festival. They sounded great and represented Fundy with pride and excellence. We are so proud of our music students and teachers!

Around the School:

Mr.Yangusingcellphonestoteachaboutphotosynthesis!

Mr.Ladefogedusingtoyfiguresand“StopMotionAnimation”toteachaboutCanadianLaw.

AnotherwonderfulMedievalFair!ThanksforallyourorganizationMr.Bresset!

Athoroughlyentertainingplaystudent-ledplayabouttheFrenchRevolutioninMs.Vogt’sClass.

Course Planning: Just a reminder that course planning for current grades 9, 10, and 11 students will be done online. Course Entry will be open from Monday, February 19th through Friday, March 2nd. Grade 6-8 course entry will be done at the school with the help of our counselors. A big thank-you to Ms. Hopton, Ms. Frost, and Ms. Clapton for all of the assemblies and the Parent Info Night that have taken place! Also, thanks to Ms. Stare - her tremendous expertise and organization are integral to the whole course planning process. PAC NEWS 1) Canteen and Snack Shack will be closed on Friday, March 2 in support of the Food Fair. 2) We are in great need of canteen volunteers for April, May & June. You can sign up for 1 shift per month or as many as you wish- it is only a 1.5 hour commitment/shift. Contact Selena at hello.sm@telus.net if you can help out. 3) Deadline for ordering Grade 6/7 hot lunch is Feb 28th. March Hot Lunch date will be on Friday, Mar 9th. COMMUNICATION AT LFMSS Website - https://lfmss.sd35.bc.ca/ - subscribe under ‘News & Events’ Twitter – @LFMSS App – All Things Fundy SD35 - https://www.sd35.bc.ca/ - subscribe under ‘News & Events’

Community News Here are a few items from the Langley School District’s Community Bulletin Board. Please visit https://www.sd35.bc.ca/news-events/community-bulletin-board/ for additional information