Administrators’ Message

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How to reach us:

June

2014

99 Reeves Way Boulevard, Stouffville, L4A 0J8

Library, Spring Concert, Bike to School, Parent Sur-vey, Moving, Student Medi-cation, Lunch Assistants, Summer Registration,

School Council News

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Summer Opportunities

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Inside this issue:

June Events

3 School Council Mtg. 4 SK Vision Screening 5 Track and Field Gr. 4-8 6 PA Day 9 Jump Rope for Heart 10 Roots of Empathy Celebra- tion, Area Intermediate Track and Field, Family BBQ and Fun Night 11 Area Junior Track and Field 18 Regional Track and Field 20 Talent Show 23 Gr. 8 Graduation 26 Last Day—School Ends at 12:00 pm 27 PA Day

This time of year always brings mixed emotions as we prepare to say goodbye to some staff and welcome new staff. This year we say goodbye to Ms. Wilson, Ms. Cane, Ms. Beveridge, Ms. Liu and Ms. Lee. Con-gratulations to Mrs. Brown who has accepted a Regional Performance Plus teacher position with our board, and Mrs. Baron, Mrs. Kazemi and Mrs. Horton who will be transferring schools for September. We thank each staff member for their contributions to our school and know they will continue to support students and families in their future schools! As the result of these moves as well as increased enrolment, we would like to welcome Ms. Stanojev (intermediate teacher), Ms. Rutherford (ELL/prep coverage), Ms. MacRae (Full Day Kindergar-

ten), Ms. Chadgimichaelids (junior teacher), and Mrs. Reid (primary teacher) to Wendat Village.

This year as a school we have raised over $18,000 through various fundraising initiatives, such as special lunches, dance-a-thon, flower sales and our year end BBQ. The following is a list of how the funds were allo-cated in alignment with our school improvement planning priorities: Cost Sharing Technology (iPads, note-books, media carts, etc.) - $6,300, Outdoor Classroom - $5,000, Library Books - $1,320, Home Reading Books - $1,320, Outdoor Play Equipment - $1,080, Release Time for Sports Events - $1,080, Field Trips/Student Support- $720, Hawks House- $480, Community Engagement - $300, School Council Costs- $300.00. Thank you to all of the parents for planning and helping with each of our fundraisers and, thank you to all the students and families who have supported our events throughout the year. Together, you have helped to make Wendat Village Public School a better place. Last week we recognized all of our volunteers who have put in many hours both during the school day and afterwards to support our staff and students. We

appreciate your ongoing support!

Last month we hosted our Welcome to Kindergarten Night. We had over 70 families attend. It was a busy night and very exciting to meet our upcoming junior kindergarten students. At the end of the month, we look forward to celebrating graduation with our Grade 8 students. We have many exciting activities planned. We know this is a significant time in their lives as they transition to high school. We wish them all the best! This

month we also look forward to participating in Jump Rope for Heart and track and field events.

Throughout the school year, our students have been involved in many opportunities both within and outside of the school. We continue to be so proud of the way in which they demonstrate respect and leadership. We always receive positive feedback about our students, staff and school. We know that this is a result of every-one working collaboratively to continue to create a safe, caring and inclusive school. Thank you to everyone

for your efforts.

Early Dismissal in Elementary Schools

All schools in the York Region District School Board are committed to improving student achievement and well-being. On Thursday, June 26th, 2014 an early release day will take place to allow elementary teachers and support staff to take part in meetings during the afternoon of that day. These meetings will allow for school staff to engage in culminating activities regarding the review and revision of the School’s Improvement Plan as

well as year-end and transition activities that support student success.

As has been our practice over the past four years, students will attend school during the morning of Thursday, June 26th., 2014 only. Students will be dismissed early that day at 12:00 p.m. Arrangements will be made to ensure that students who are normally bussed to and from school will receive transportation at this time. Par-ents whose children attend after school child care should make appropriate arrangements to address this

change in schedule.

Wendat Village Public School

By phone: (905) 642-8095 Lisa Jeremic, Principal

By E-mail: wendat.village.ps@yrdsb.edu.on.ca Erin Cranney, Vice Principal

By Fax: (905) 640-9690 Paul Carew Superintendent of Schools

Website: www.wendatvillage.ps.yrdsb.ca Loralea Carruthers, Trustee (905) 953-0562

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Survey for Parents/Guardians

The deadline to complete the survey for parents/guardians has been

extended to June 6th. You can complete the survey:

O n l i n e a t h t t p s : / / w w w . s u r v e y m o n k e y . c o m / s /

SchoolClimateParent2014.

Paper copies are available through the school in English and other

languages as requested.

The surveys provide the Board and our school with valuable informa-tion about how you feel about the school environment and your child’s education. The results will be used to identify areas that need to be addressed, monitor progress and plan strategies to support student achievement and well-being. We value parent input and encourage you to complete the survey. The information parents provide will be anonymous, considered confidential and kept in strict accordance with all relevant legislation. Please contact the school if

you have any questions.

Moving?

If you are planning to move prior to the beginning of September 2014, please let the office know as soon as possible. We are in the proc-ess of planning for next year and this information is extremely helpful when we make projections regarding student numbers. Also, if you know of anyone in the neighbourhood whose child was born in 2010, please remind them to come into the school as soon as possible to

register for Junior Kindergarten.

Student Medication

If your child has medication in the school office, please ar-range to pick it up on Thursday, June 26th or Friday, June

27th.

Lunch School Assistants

Thank you to our School Assistants who come in every lunch hour to supervise students. They do a great job and we really appreciate

their commitment to our school!

If you are interested in a paid position supervising stu-dents during lunch time beginning in September please

contact Mrs. Cranney.

Registering Over the Summer

If you, or anyone you know, needs to register a child for school start-

ing in September 2013 over the summer months, please contact:

Community Education Centre North

130 Carlson Drive, Newmarket

905-895-5155

News From the Library

Our library collection has continued to grow over the 2013-2014 school year. We have added over 1700 new books to the library this year! This has been done through the recommendations of our staff and students and the various opportunities to purchase newly published materials that would support the work being done in our classrooms. Our library has also benefitted from numerous donations from our community, the sup-port of our school council and the funds raised through our Scholastic Book Fairs. Students are enjoying having the opportunity to take out

our newest resources!

Joint Spring Concert

The Intermediate Band held a successful joint Spring Concert with Oscar Peterson on May 28th. The students worked very hard this year with Mr. Alexander and amazed parents and staff with a very moving perform-

ance. Congratulations on a successful and inspiring concert.

Bike to School Day

To coincide with Bike Month (May 26 to June 26) in York Region and in other regions throughout Ontario, the York Region District School Board is promoting Bike to School Day or Wheel Wednesday. We are encour-aging students, staff, parents and the community to bike or wheel to

school on Wednesday June 11.

June Eco Theme (Everything in its Place)

As we approach the end of the school year it is a good time to remind students to keep the 4R’s in mind when cleaning up and to be sure to “put everything in its place”. We encourage students and staff as they move into the summer months to Rethink their disposal options and

place items in the correct bins.

Bicycle & Helmet Safety—Did you know?

Cycling is the most popular outdoor activity among young Cana-dians; unfortunately, every year 50,000 children are seriously injured in bike related mishaps

Wearing a certified helmet can reduce the risk of serious head injuries by 85%

Children and youth (under 18) are required by law to wear a helmet with the chin strap clip fastened under the chin when cycling

Head injuries are the #1 cause of serious injury and death to kids on wheels — a helmet could save your child's life

Kids imitate their parents, 98% of children will wear their helmets if their parents do. Wear one every time you ride

Before age 10, most children do not have the skills to cycle safely on the road; they need help to make good choices

Children under 9 years should cycle with responsible adults at all times

School Council News

June 10th Family Night & BBQ On Tuesday, June 10, get ready to enjoy a Family BBQ with your friends and neighbors as your school council dials up the fun with Bouncy Castles, a cakewalk, and fun filled activities led by our own Grade 8 teacher Ms. Hassell. Leadbetters food truck will be onsite with their classic summer BBQ favorites including fresh cut fries! BRING EXTRA MONEY for popcorn, cotton candy, freezies and ice cream!

Save The Date: Meet & Mingle Tuesday, September 16th Next school year, School Council welcomes you to Wendat Village! Come and meet other parents and find out how you can support our school.

NEW! Stouffville Location: Vulnerable Sector Screening It will now be easier for all of our Wendat parents who wish to volunteer on trips or in the school to get their Vulnerable Sector Screening done. A new location has opened up in Stouffville. The po-lice station is at 111 Sandiford Dr., in the same building as the Town of Whitchurch Stouffville. The entrance is located closer to the TEVA fields, which can be accessed from the east end of the park-ing lot. You can reach the local office by calling (905) 881-1221 ex. 7501 and they are open Mon-day-Friday from 10am-6pm. Please ensure you bring with you, 2 pieces of identification (driver’s license, birth certificate or passport), $20 to cover the cost of the screening and a letter from the school office in case further processing is required. Having the letter from the school stating that you are an unpaid volunteer will waive any additional fees.

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