A.D.S. Elementary School

As we welcome 2026, we look ahead with optimism to the opportunities for growth, learning, and connection that lie before us. Together, let’s continue to support and inspire one another as we work to create a positive, caring, and enriching environment for our students—one where everyone feels valued and encouraged to do their best.

Wishing you and your families a year filled with happiness, good health, and continued success.

Here’s to a wonderful 2026 and all that it will bring! ✨🎉

Jennifer Palik

Principal

This week, we say goodbye to Mr. Barry as he begins a new chapter working at the high school. We are so grateful for his dedication, hard work, and the care he has shown our school community. Wishing him all the best in this exciting next step — he will be missed!

K4-K5 Parent information Session - see details below.

Date: January 14th

Time: 7-8pm

Location: Online

Registration through Google Form - Mandatory to receive the meeting link

Our Grade 1–6 theme for January and February focuses on empathy—helping students understand others’ feelings, show kindness, and build positive relationships. More information and classroom activities will be shared by your child’s homeroom teacher. Please read the letter below for additional details.

The lunch menus for February and March are ready. They are uploaded to the website. Here is the link for the website: https://etsb.h1.hotlunchonline.net/

Reminder that you can order a minimum of two weeks prior to the meal(s) you want to purchase. For example: If you want your child to eat on Tuesday, February 4th, you must order by Monday, January 20th at midnight.

𝐒𝐧𝐨𝐰𝐬𝐭𝐨𝐫𝐦 𝐏𝐫𝐨𝐜𝐞𝐝𝐮𝐫𝐞—𝐈𝐦𝐩𝐨𝐫𝐭𝐚𝐧𝐭 𝐈𝐧𝐟𝐨𝐫𝐦𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧

With the arrival of winter, the Eastern Townships School Board would like to inform you of its plan in case of snowstorms during school days.

If weather indicators predict the possibility of a snowstorm in advance, stay tuned.

The School Board will send out a communication via text messages and will share all important information on its Facebook page and website

𝐇𝐨𝐰 𝐭𝐨 𝐩𝐫𝐞𝐩𝐚𝐫𝐞 𝐭𝐨 𝐫𝐞𝐜𝐞𝐢𝐯𝐞 𝐚𝐜𝐜𝐮𝐫𝐚𝐭𝐞 𝐢𝐧𝐟𝐨𝐫𝐦𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧:

• Follow our Facebook page

• Visit our website : https://www.etsb.qc.ca/

• Listen to the different local media

Happy fall & winter!

As part of their Phys. Ed classes, the grades 5 and 6 students will be going curling at the Danville Curling Club a few times with Coach and Ms. Cote.

Jan. 16: Grade 6 Curling

Jan 30: Grade 5 Curling

Feb 13: Grade 6 Curling

Feb 27: Grade 5 Curling

Mar 13: Grade 6 Curling

Mar 20: Grade 6 Curling

As part of their Phys. Ed classes, students in Grades 3, 4, 5, and 6 will a day this February in Melbourne for cross-country skiing.

Feb 17: Grades 4-6 Cross Country Skiing at Ski Melbourne

Feb 26: Grades 3-5 Cross Country Skiing at Ski Melbourne

With winter in full swing and plenty of snow on the ground, ADS is thrilled to announce the re-opening of the Rough-and-Tumble Zone for Cycle 2 and 3 students! This supervised play area allows kids to burn off energy, develop gross motor skills, and learn valuable social and emotional skills through physical, hands-on fun.

Participation is voluntary and requires parental approval, so keep an eye out for the consent form. With safety as our top priority, students will follow clear rules and enjoy this exciting opportunity to play, bond, and grow!

Let the winter fun begin! ❄️

Very exciting activities organised for the beginning of the year.

Grade 4 and 5 will have the chance to work with artist Patti Warnock, who is a Canadian based spoken word artist. They will create a story and then have the opportunity to share it with their peers and other classrooms at the beginning of February.

Grade 5 and 6 girls will have the chance to once again work with the Lennoxville women's centre in an EmpowerHer workshop about self esteem. The boys, on their end, will get to hang out with a few athletes from Bishops University.

News from the community:

The Danville library has added many children and teen books to their collection.

Ice rink and sliding zone at Monseigneur Thibault (51 Cleveland road) are up and running evenings, week-ends and certain ped days.

Register for a winter activity: *registration 8-12 january

https://www.facebook.com/share/p/1GdCATy9cE/

Go walk in the sentier pedestre of Tingwick:

https://www.facebook.com/share/p/1DAvSmr77u/

Happy new year !

Isabelle Lodge

ETSB is pleased to share the first video in a new parent-focused series from our Inclusive Education Consultant, Audrey Paquette. This video offers practical insights and helpful strategies to support inclusive learning and student well-being at home and at school.

New Registrations: Registrations for the upcoming school year will take place between January 26th and February 6th. Please spread the word to all families who want their children to attend ADS next year to contact the school to complete the registration process. This applies to new K4 and K5 registrations as well as all other new registrations. Please note that last year, we had to open a waiting list for the K4 class - so be sure to get your name in as quickly as possible - starting January 26!

Current students will be asked to re-register on-line for the upcoming school year starting on January 19th. More information regarding this process will be forwarded to you shortly by the ETSB.

Thank you: ADS would like to extend a heartfelt thank you to all those who donated both financially and with food donations for our Christmas baskets. This year, we helped out 5 ADS families and we collected more that 500 items. We also received a large donation from the Danville Asbestos Trinity United Church. Thank you!

Winter Clothing: Please be reminded that children must be dressed for the weather as they spend a significant amount of time outside at recess and lunchtime and at times in Phys. Ed classes. Regardless of grade, snow pants are a must as are warm coats, boots, snow pants, mittens, neck warmers, and hats. Students who are not wearing snow pants will be asked to remain on the pavement and those who aren't wearing hats/mitts will not be allowed to slide or play in the Rough and Tumble Zone.

School Fees: Please note that school fees are due to be paid. In order to have your tax receipt issued, fees must be paid prior to January 31st. Your child’s invoice can be found on the Mozaïk parent portal. If you have any questions, please contact the office. If you are sending the payment with your child, please make sure it is in a sealed envelope with his/her name and reason (ex: daycare, school fees) clearly indicated.

Website: Be sure to bookmark our website.

January

Jan. 5:Ped Day - No School - Daycare open

Jan 14: Monochrome Day - come dressed in one solid color today! Patti Warnock - author visit in Gr. 4-5

Jan 16: Gr 6 Curling

Jan 21: EmpoweHer workshop for Grade 5-6 girls

Jan 22: Brigade alimentaire - author visit Gr 5

Jan 23: Brigade alimentaire

Jan 28: Author visit Gr. 4-5

Jan 30: Gr 5 Curling

February

Feb 2-6: ADS Staff Appreciation Week

Feb 3: Pattie Warnock - author visit

Feb 4: Global School Play Day

Feb 6: Ped Day - No School - Daycare open

Feb 11: Mitali Ruths author visit in Gr 2, 3 and 4

Feb 13: End of Term 2 - Dress up for Valentine's Day! Gr 6 Curling

Feb 16-20: Hooked on School Week

Feb 17: Gr 4-6 Cross Country Skiing

Feb 19: Brigade alimentaire

Feb 20: Brigade alimentaire

Feb 24: Mosaique QC Transition Workshop for Grade 6

Feb 25: Report cards available on the Parent Portal - Parent Teacher Interviews

Fab 26: Vision Screening for K4-K5 - Gr 3-5 Cross Country Skiing

Feb 27: Pink Shirt Day at ADS - Gr 5 Curling

Check out the new merch! Sent directly to ADS. Shop at this link: https://www.torographix.shop

Email: palikj@etsb.qc.ca
Website: https://sites.google.com/edu.etsb.qc.ca/adselementaryschool/home
Location: 217 Water Street, Danville, Quebec J0A1A0
Phone: 819-839-2352
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ADSelementaryschool