February 12th, 2016
Principal Message
I would like to wish our families a safe and happy Family Day on Monday. Please remember that the parking lot is not available for drop off or pick up. This is to keep all of our students and staff members safe.
Tuesday, February 16: School Council Meeting
Please join us for our next School Council Meeting at 7:00 p.m. in the library.
Agenda
Welcome and Introductions
Principal’s Report
Treasurer’s Report
Parent Reaching Out/Involvement Grant
Me to We – Arts Night
Dance-a-thon
Teacher Appreciation Event
Items for Next Meeting
Thursday, February 18: Crowns, Capes and Colours
Eastwood’s Integrated Arts Program will be visiting New Dundee P.S. to perform Crowns, Capes, and Colours. This student written and directed piece of children’s theatre, music and dance is the story of a girl who feels bullied at school, but through her dreams learns about heart, bravery, persistence, and strength which allows her to find value in herself and make others feel valued.
Thursday, February 18: Dance-a-thon Kick Off Assembly
On February 18 at 2:45 p.m., Professor Jamz will be launching our dance-a-thon which will take place on March 2. We are hoping for all students to collect pledges to help pay for buses for field trips, updating our technology, and purchasing additional equipment for the field. We are looking for volunteers to count money and sell glow merchandise during the dance-a-thon. If you are able to help, please email andrea_michelutti@wrdsb.on.ca.
Friday, February 19: Report Cards
Report cards for students in Kindergarten through Grade 6 will be sent home on Friday. Please contact your child’s teacher if you have any questions or concerns.
Crayola Markers
Crayola has launched Crayola ColorCycle to collect and repurpose used markers. Just 8.3 pounds of plastic (markers) can be made into 4 litres of fuel for cars. If you have old used markers (doesn’t have to be Crayola), please send them to school. This initiative will be used as a task for our Green Team.
Community News
Family Day Activities at the Wilmot Recreation Complex
Families are invited for the fun-filled Healthy Kids Community Challenge at the Wilmot Recreation Complex. There will be free snacks, giveaways, and activities for children from 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.
10:00 a.m.-12:00 p.m. FREE Physical Activity Stations
10:00 a.m.-11:00 a.m. FREE Aquafun Class (ages 8-13) **maximum 24 participants
11:00 a.m.-12:00 p.m. FREE Bounce with Kangoo Jumps Class (ages 6+)
12:00 Noon LAUNCH PRESENTATION & GIVEAWAYS
1:00 p.m.-4:00 p.m. FREE Family Activities hosted by Baden Community Association
12:30 p.m. to 3:30 p.m. FREE Public Skating
1:00 p.m.-4:00 p.m. FREE Open Swim
Family Play Time at the New Dundee Community Centre
Families with children from newborn to the age of 12 are invited to the New Dundee Community Centre (1028 Queen Street, New Dundee) from 9:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m. on selected Saturdays (February 20, March 5, March 12, March 19, and March 26). This drop in program is presented in partnership with the Healthy Kids Community Challenge of Waterloo Region.
Babysitting Course
The Optimist Club of Wilmot will be offering a babysitting course on March 12 and March 19 between 9:00 a.m. and 3:00 p.m. for children 11 years and older. During these two days, the participants will be reviewing skills related to choking, rescue breathing, and artificial breathing. The cost of the course is $25.00 and participants are asked to bring their own lunch. The two-day course will take place at the Haysville Community Centre (3433 Huron Road). Please register by contacting Mary at 519-743-5797 no later than March 1.
Dundee Doodle
There are a few spaces left for the Dundee Doodle Valentine’s Day classes and PA Day activities. Please visit the website at http://dundeedoodle2.wix.com/studio
Upcoming Dates
February 20: Family Play Time at the New Dundee Community Centre (9:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m.)
February 24: Carnival Rain Date
February 25: Beach Day
February 26: PA Day (the school will be closed)
March 2: Dance-a-thon
March 5: Family Play Time at the New Dundee Community Centre (9:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m.)
March 12: Family Play Time at the New Dundee Community Centre (9:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m.)
March 14 to March 18: March Break
March 19: Family Play Time at the New Dundee Community Centre (9:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m.)
March 25: Good Friday (the school will be closed)
March 26: Family Play Time at the New Dundee Community Centre (9:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m.)
March 28: Easter Monday (the school will be closed)