Calendar
This Week
** Dental Screening for JK, SK and Grade 2 Students did not occur last week and will be re-scheduled at a later date by KFLA Public Health.
Tuesday~Brave Education Workshops Gr. 1-8 (Gr. 5, Gr. ⅔, Gr. 3, Gr. ⅘)
Wednesday~Brave Education Workshops Gr. 1-8 (Gr. ⅞ Robb, Gr. ½, Gr. 1, Gr. 6)
Swim to Survive Gr. 3’s (10:30-11:30 pool time)
Friday~ Picture Day
UPCOMING EVENTS
28/10 Bus Safety Presentations
31/10 Halloween
- Gr. ⅔ & 3 trip to Little Catatraqui Conservation Area
06/11 Field Trip to the Kingston Frontenacs School Day Game (Gr. 1-8)
Digital Citizenship Week
Digital Citizenship is the ability to navigate our digital environments in a way that's safe and responsible and to actively and respectfully engage in these spaces (mediasmarts.ca). Supporting our students to use digital media and resources responsibly is a collaborative effort that involves both home and school to actively engage in a supportive manner. Establishing family expectations for the use of technology and talking at home about how to use technology and digital tools safely and respectfully, can help build our students understanding of digital citizenship. Below are some ideas from CommonSense Media, that may help to spark conversation and set expectations about using digital environments.
We Are Safe
- Ask a grown-up for permission before trying a new app or website
- Never share private information online, like passwords, full name, address, or date of birth
- Tell a grown-up if anything online makes us feel uncomfortable, sad, or unsafe.
We Are Kind
- Pause the device and respond if someone speaks to us or needs our attention
- Not tease, embarrass, or bully others when communicating with tech (online chat, social media, texting, etc).
- Stand up for and support a person if they're being bullied (be an upstander)
We Are Healthy
How will we balance our screen time?
- Decide on screen-free times or zones (bedroom, dinner table, etc.)
- Make sure screen time doesn't interfere with healthy activities like school, exercise, sleep and time with friends and family
- Pay attention to how we're feeling when using tech, and take a break if we need to
For more information and additional digital media tips, visit commonsense.org/families
Cross Country 2024
Congratulations to our cross country runners who ran in the district meet at Fort Henry. It was a spectacular day for running on the hill. Shout out to Emma who came 13th in the bantam girls race and a huge shout out to Ethan who had a goal to place third in the bantam boys race and managed to secure a bronze medal! All of our runners had personal bests at this meet and we are so proud of their efforts! Well done Panthers!
The Cross Country Coaches, Christina Aylesworth or Tara Shire.
This year, Brave Education workshop facilitators will be visiting the school to work with classes from October 22-24th. Brave Education will be working with our grade 1-3 students on Setting Healthy Boundaries, and grade 4-8 students on Bullying, Conflict, and Relationships. We are excited to engage in this learning with our student to support their social and emotional skill development and build their resilience.
Please click on the links below for more information about what your children will be learning. We welcome you to ask them about it when they are home.
Bullying, Conflict, and Relationships
For more information please feel free to connect with your child's teacher or Administration. If you are interested in further support, please visit Brave’s parent resource page.
Student Accident Insurance
UNDER THE EDUCATION ACT THE BOARD IS NOT PERMITTED TO PROVIDE INSURANCE COVERAGE FOR ACCIDENTS TO PUPILS. THEREFORE, the Board recommends consideration of The insure my Kids plan to any parent/guardian, who wishes to obtain this kind of insurance. Although the policy has all the advantages of a group plan, it is essentially a direct contract between the parent/guardian and the insurance company.
For more information please visit the LDSB website.
HOT LUNCH~ LEARN HOW TO GET IT BELOW!
Lunchbox is a convenient, online ordering platform featuring local vendors. An ordering calendar has been coordinated for the school community at www.lunchboxorders.net.
The ordering calendar is open on now !
How to Order:
1. Go online at lunchboxorders.com and click “ORDER LUNCH”.
2. New to Lunchbox Orders? Click “Create an Account” to register your family’s account.
3. Already registered? Please login directly with your current username (e-mail address) and password.
4. Add your child to your account by clicking “add a student” and register your child with their new teacher and grade for the current school year. **Please ensure the correct teacher and grade are selected to prevent errors on delivery days.
5. Click “Order Now” (beside your child’s name) to access the school’s ordering calendar.
6. Proceed with ordering your child’s lunch by clicking on the blue date for the scheduled vendors.
7. All orders are submitted on the website and payment is processed on-line by Visa, MasterCard, Discover, Debit MasterCard or Visa Debit. Visa and MasterCard prepaid cards are also accepted.
Important Dates:
• Orders may be placed weekly or in advance, for the full length of the program.
Things to Remember:
• The ordering deadline is Sunday at 12pm (NOON) for the upcoming delivery period.
• New orders will not be accepted after the Sunday deadline.
• If buses are cancelled due to inclement weather, and if there is a school closure, lunches will be cancelled and a credit will be issued within 3 business days.
School Bus Safety Rules
Riding the school bus is a privilege requiring a certain level of safety and decorum. A rider's privileges may be revoked if they cannot ride safely. The following provides basic safety rules for riders. Clink the button below for a complete list of bus safety rules.
Riding the Bus
- The School's code of conduct should always be obeyed on the bus.
- Take your seat promptly and sit facing forward at all times.
- Place bags and backpacks on your lap. Keep the aisle clear at all times.
- Windows should only be opened with the permission of the driver. Always keep your head, hands and arms inside the bus. Throwing objects inside or outside of the bus is not permitted.
- Talk quietly, the driver needs to concentrate to safely drive the bus. Be extremely quiet when at railraod crossings so the driver can hear if a train is coming.
- Eating and drinking (including chewing gum) are not allowed on school buses at any time. Smoking/vaping is not permitted on or near the bus.
- Always follw the bus driver/monitor's instructions and be respectful.
Message from the PRPS Office
Visitors
The school office is open between 8:30AM and 4PM. Please call or email if you need assistance with a matter.
Student Emergency Information Forms
A hard copy of the information we have on file will be sent home this week for your review. Please review this information, make any necessary changes and send this information back as soon as possible. This information is important so that you receive school communications and we can reach you in case of an emergency. These forms must be returned not later than September 30th. Thanks for your attention to this matter.
Medical Plans of Care & Medication at School
If your child requires special care for a medical condition or takes medication while at school, please notify the school's office so that the appropriate arrangements and paperwork can be completed or updated. If you have already informed the school of your child's medical condition, you will be contacted, if needed, to establish or update a Plan of Care for your child while at school.
If your child needs to take prescription medication while at school there are forms that need to be completed and returned to the school each year before the medication can be administered. Please click on the links to access those forms. Also, please check the expiry dates on all medications (ie. Epipens, Inhalers) to ensure they are current before sending them to school.
Please let us know if you have any questions. We are always happy to help clarify information.
