Friday 21 December 2018
Friday 14 December 2018
Friday 7 December 2018
Thursday 22 November 2018
Book Fair @ DSPS
|
Scholastic Book Fair
Everyone
is invited to attend our Book Fair being held in the library from Monday
December 3rd to Friday December 7th. It is a great opportunity to purchase books
and at the same time support our library.
For every $10 spent at the Book Fair, up to $6 goes back to our
school. This allows us to purchase new
books and build our library collection.
The Fair will be open Monday to Thursday from 9:10 am to 12:40 pm and
from 2:00 pm to 3:20 pm for classroom visits.
A newsletter with a schedule of classroom visits and a preview flyer
will be sent home with students on Friday November 30th. Mrs. Tompkins-London is looking forward to
seeing everyone at this exciting literacy event!
|
Friday 16 November 2018
Transitioning to High School Event @ DSPS
David Suzuki Public School is proud to offer an event for parents and students in grades 6, 7 & 8 on Thursday, November 22, 2018 from 6:00-7:30 pm in our gymnasium. This session, entitled 'Transitioning to High School', is intended to support families as they transition from the elementary grades to high school. Our Elementary Itinerant Transition/Guidance Teacher, Alison Campbell, will be available to answer questions from parents and students, along with former students from various high schools. Discussion will focus on, but not be limited to, decision making skills in our children, resiliency, and the differences between Academic versus Applied courses. We look forward to supporting our families as they embark on the next chapter of their educational journey!
YRDSB Mathematics Supports for Parents and Students
Did you know that the YRDSB offers many excellent resources and supports in Mathematics for both Parents and Students to access? These resources can be found at the links below and can also be translated into many different languages.
Programs & Services available for Parents and Students on the board site:
Mathematics:
Elementary Math Learning Overview (according to grade level):
Monday 22 October 2018
Friday 19 October 2018
Tuesday 16 October 2018
Information for Parents on the Legalization of Cannabis
As of October 17, 2018, it will be legal for individuals 19 and older to buy, use, possess and grow recreational cannabis.
It remains illegal
for anyone under the age of 19. This
is the same as the minimum age for the sale of tobacco and alcohol in Ontario.
Regardless of age, cannabis is not allowed
on school property
or at school-related events
at any time.
It is illegal for anyone regardless of age to smoke or vape any substance, including cannabis:
● at school,
on school grounds,
and all public
areas within 20m of these
grounds
● on children’s playgrounds and public
areas within 20m of playgrounds
● in child
care centres, or where an early years
program is provided
● in places
where home child
care is provided
– even if children aren’t
present
There will be consequences for students if they are believed to be in possession or under
the influence of alcohol, illegal
drugs or cannabis. Suspension will be considered.
There are exceptions if the medicinal use of cannabis
is outlined in the student’s Health Care Plan.
If a student gives alcohol or cannabis to anyone under the age of 19, the school
will contact police, suspend
the student and consider expulsion.
In YRDSB, we want families and students to be informed
about the facts of cannabis legalization. To support this learning, you may find the following resources helpful . You
can also request a hard copy through
the school office.
Cannabis: What Parents/Guardians and Caregivers Need to Know
Cannabis Talk Kit: Know How to Talk With Your Teen
We will continue to provide students
with information and support to make positive
and healthy decisions.
If you have any questions, please
do not hesitate to contact
the school’s administration.
Friday 12 October 2018
Tuesday 25 September 2018
Tuesday 18 September 2018
Monday 10 September 2018
Kids Plus Accident Insurance
Kids Plus™
Accident Insurance
For your convenience, we have made arrangements for families to voluntarily purchase student accident insurance through the Kids Plus™ Accident Insurance program, underwritten by Industrial Alliance Insurance and Financial Services Inc.
Kids Plus™ Accident Insurance offers protection against the unexpected costs of injury from accidents, and is
especially valuable for families who:
· do not have medical or dent al plans,
· have limited plans, as it may help supplement health and dental benefits, or
· Have active children who enjoy sports and outdoor activities.
For complete plan details, please visit kidsplus.ca.
2018-2019 The Kids Plus™ Accident Insurance school distribution program has moved online!
All schools
can
now access kidsplus.ca/resources for information about Kids Plus™
which they can use on their respective websites, e-newsletters and social media. The main website at kidsplus.ca will continue to be available for parents to purchase coverage,
access
claims forms and full
plan information online.
Additionally,
for 2018 Kids Plus™ decided to take their mission to be green one step further by
discontinuing
distribution of
all
Kids Plus™ Notices (Brochures)
to reduce the overall
paper use.
Please
note that effective this
September 1st, there will
also be some changes to the Kids Plus™ Accident
Insurance policy that will
impact the Active Plan holders.
Permanent Total
Disability coverage will be
reduced from $360,000 to $100,000 and Dismemberment or Total & Permanent Loss of
Use
from
$200,000 to $100,000. These changes were made in order
to allow Kids
Plus™ to continue to offer the
benefits families use most, such as
dental treatment and eyewear, with no increase in premiums.
If you have any questions or would like to learn more about our
new
promotional
landing page, our Kids Plus™ Client Service Specialists would be happy to assist you.
You may contact Kids
Plus™ at their Client Service toll-free line at 1-800-556-7411 or
email kidsplus@ia.ca.
Subscribe to:
Posts (Atom)
