Tottenham Public School

May 2019 Newsletter tot.scdsb.on.ca

The Book Fair is Coming!

Our final book fair of the school year will begin on Wednesday May 8th and finish on Monday May 13th at 11:30. The book fair will be open until 4pm on May 8th, 9th and 10th. Students will visit the book fair with their class on Wednesday May 8th. Students will have an opportunity to make purchases during the school day or can visit the book fair after school with an adult. A book fair flyer will be sent home that provides a preview of only a few of the many books that will be available at our book fair. The flyer also contains a special draw ballot. Students should return this ballot to the fair for a chance to win $25 worth of books for their family, plus $25 worth of books for their classroom! Your support of the book fair is a key part of helping us obtain new books and resources for our library. We look forward

to seeing you at the book fair and thank you, in advance, for supporting this great literacy event.

Spirit Day

The school leadership team encourages all students

to show their school spirit by coming to school with

wacky hair on May 27th. What will you do to make

your hair crazy? Colour it? Spike it? Put it in braids?

We can’t wait to see everyone’s wacky hair!

Join us for our Character Assembly on

Monday May 27th at 9:45am.

From The Desk of Mrs. Nixon…

Mothers hold their children's hands for a short while, but their hearts forever. ~Author Unknown

Sunday May 12th is Mother’s Day and on behalf of the Tottenham Public School staff, I hope that all of the moth-ers, grandmothers, and great grandmothers in our community have a love filled day. I am hopeful that our students will express their love and appreciation for all that you do to support them and your family. We invite all Grandparents of our students to an afternoon Tea on Friday May 10th, from 2-3:00 p.m. in the gym. Please join us for some student performances and an opportunity to tour our school with your grandchild. We look forward to expressing our appreciation! Our Book Fair began on May 8th and there will be an opportunity for visiting Grandparents to go to the Book Fair with their grandchildren.

Some of our spring Extra– Curricular opportunities include Rugby, Ultimate Frisbee, Baseball/Softball, Yo -Yo, Leadership, Track & Field, Choir, and Games Club. It’s great to see so many students getting involved at TPS! Thank you Coach-es!! And teacher leaders!

May 6-12 is Mental Health & Emotional Well Being Week in Ontario and our staff and students celebrates with a Colour Run, organized by our lead teachers Mrs. Cousins and Mrs. McGillion. This is also Education Week in Ontario and this we are very pleased to have many parents attending the Musicals, performed by all students in Grades 1-3. A big thank you to Mr. Van Roestel for leading these musical opportunities!

A special thank you to Mrs. Peer for the beautiful Ramadan display that she created in the front foyer display case. “Ramadan Mubarak” to all of our students and their families who are celebrating Ramadan this month!

Thank you Parents for your ongoing partnership as together we help your children achieve their academic and work habit goals for the school year. We are excited about the learning that we see our students demonstrating every day and feel proud of their grit, focus and commitment to doing their best! We sincerely appreciate your support as we nurture positive character traits with our students. In a recent visit, Superintendent Halliday commented on the engagement of our students in their learning and the positive tone and culture at TPS! I appreciate the caring and commitment of our TPS Staff!

Please mark your calendars as we look forward to celebrating another awesome year at our Community BBQ, on Thurs-day June 6th.

Sincerely,

Susan Nixon

What will your kids be doing this summer to stay active? Helping our kids lead healthy, active lifestyles can sometimes be challenging for families – especially during the summer months when kids may not benefit from programs they participate in during the school year. Summer programs offer children and youth a host of benefits including staying physically active, making new friends and giving kids a sense of belonging and confidence. Here are some ideas on how to keep your kids’ minds and bodies active this summer:

Summer camp - We know that when children are connected to their environment, they are healthier and happier. Summer camp provides kids with the opportunity to “unplug” from technology and enjoy the great outdoors!

Summer kids club – When your child is too young to take part in summer camp, the YMCA Summer Kids Club is the perfect opportunity for children ages 4 to 6 to engage in interactive indoor and outdoor experiences all summer long. It’s the perfect setting for kids who want to embark on thrilling adventures while staying close to home.

Swimming lessons – Swimming is a summer time favourite. Consider signing your child up for swimming lessons, giving them the confidence they need to be safe in and around the water.

Aquatic leadership programs – For older youth, the summer is the perfect time to enrol in aquatic leadership

programs such as Bronze Medallion or National Lifeguard training.

Learn more about the YMCA of Simcoe/Muskoka camps at www.YMCASummerCamp.ca.

Register now for Before and After School Programs for September 2019 Register now for child care at our school next school year. Your child's space in the program for September 2019 will be consid-ered a priority if completed registration forms have been submitted to the child care operator by June 30, 2019. Please contact the YMCA of Simcoe/Muskoka at 905-936-6866 to register your child(ren). Summer child care options available The Simcoe County District School Board (SCDSB) works in partnership with child care operators to provide summer child care programs for children from Junior Kinder-garten age to 12 years of age in select schools across Simcoe County. Registration in advance is required. More information can be found on our website at www.scdsb.on.ca – click on ‘Elementary’ then ‘Planning for School’ then ‘Childcare (Before & After)’.

Simcoe Muskoka Skilled Trades Expo takes place May 16

The Simcoe County District School Board’s Ontario Youth Apprenticeship Program (OYAP) and partners are hosting

the Simcoe Muskoka Skilled Trades Exposition on May 16. There are two parts to the event – a day session for Grade

8 students only and an evening portion open to the public. From 5 to 7 p.m., the public is welcome to attend to speak to

employers and industry experts. The Expo takes place at the Elmvale Community Arena, located at 14 George St. in

Elmvale. For more information, email emclachlin@scdsb.on.ca.

Ontario schools celebrate Education Week from May 6 to 10

Each year during the first week of May, schools across Ontario celebrate Education Week. It’s a great way

to recognize the amazing things happening in our schools. TPS staff & students will be celebrating the

achievements of our students, promoting student well-being, and recognizing the great strides made in valu-

ing equity, diversity and inclusiveness at our school.. Follow and share Education Week on Twitter using

#EdWeekON2019

Are you home with babies or pre-schoolers? Looking for somewhere to go for fun and to help

prepare your child for school entry?

Visit EarlyON Child and Family Centre!

EarlyON Child and Family Centre is a place for adults and preschoolers to learn together. Stay

Play and Learn, a program for children 0 to 6 years of age is offered. Enjoy play, creative and

sensory activities, while meeting other families. Circle time and snack offered as well A great

early learning opportunity and good for kindergarten readiness!

Adults have a chance to meet other parents, learn new parenting skills, get referrals to commu-

nity services, and much more.

All programs are FREE!

Main site – 13 Wellington Street West, Alliston

Satellites in:

Beeton – DA Jones Library

42 Main Street West

Tuesdays & Fridays

9 am to Noon, 1 to 4 pm

Tottenham – Tottenham United Church, 26 Mill Street East

Wednesdays & Fridays

9 am to Noon, 1 to 4 pm

No afternoon hours the third Friday of the month for either satellite.

Stay safe in the sun

It only takes one bad sunburn in childhood to increase the risk of developing skin cancer later in life. As the weather gets warmer, follow these sun safety tips to keep you and your family safe:

use a broad spectrum sunscreen with SPF 15 or higher and SPF 15 lip balm

apply sunscreen 20-30 minutes before going outside (even on cloudy days) and always follow the label instructions

apply sunscreen to any exposed areas of skin – nose, ears, back of neck, tops of feet, etc.

reapply sunscreen every 2-3 hours and after sweating or swimming

wear loose, long sleeved shirts and pants, a large-brimmed hat and sunglasses

if possible, avoid being in the sun between 11 a.m. and 4 p.m. when you’re outside, look for shade For more sun safety tips, visit www.simcoemuskokahealth.org or call Health Connection at 705-721-7520 or 1-877-721-7520 to speak with a public health nurse.

Information provided by the Simcoe Muskoka District

Health Unit

Children Learn What They Live

(by Dorothy Law Nolte)

If a child lives with criticism,

He learns to condemn.

If a child lives with hostility,

He learns to fight.

If a child lives with ridicule,

He learns to feel guilty.

If a child lives with tolerance,

He learns to be patient.

If a child lives with encourage-

ment,

He learns confidence.

If a child lives with praise,

He learns to appreciate.

If a child lives with fairness,

He learns justice.

If a child lives with security,

He learns to have faith.

If a child lives with approval,

He learns to like himself

If a child live with acceptance and friend

He learns to find love in the world.

Happy Mother’s Day to all the Mother’s & Grandmothers in our

TPS Community!

Sincerely,

(Mrs.) Susan Nixon

Eat Well to Excel

In consultation and collaboration with community part-

ners, Eat Well to Excel (EWTE) promotes the healthy

development of school-age children in Simcoe County.

The organization helps to provide children with nutritious

foods in the context of school nutrition programs, helps

to fund such programs, and encourages lifelong, healthy

eating habits through nutrition-related education in the

schools and the community.

Do you want to get involved with EWTE?

Visit www.eatwelltoexcel.ca to find out how you can

be part of this important program

Follow the work of the steering committee, who meet

approximately 4 times a year, with updates post-

ed on the website

Share your fundraising ideas by contacting the com-

mittee at www.eatwelltoexcel.ca

Information provided by Eat Well to Excel

Starting School In The Fall?

Kindergarten orientation session on Wednesday June 5th . This spring, we are hosting an orientation session to welcome new Kindergarten students and their par-ents to our school. Come experience what life is like in Kindergarten! Explore areas of the program, meet Kindergarten educators and have the chance to ask questions. Our school’s session takes place on June 5th from 9:30-10:30 a.m. We look forward to wel-coming you! For more information, visit www.scdsb.on.ca, click on ‘Programs,’ ‘Kindergarten’ and then ‘Kindergarten Orientation.’

School start dates for September 2019 are as fol-lows:

Senior Kindergarten (Year 2) students will begin school on Tues. Sept. 3rd. Junior Kindergarten (Year 1) students will begin school on Thurs. Sept. 5th.

Sunday Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday

1

Dufflebag Theatre

Robin Hood Play K-6

2

Twelfth Day of Ridvan

3

PA Day

4

5

Ramadan Begins

6 Education

Week & Mental Health & Well Being Week

7

Grade 7 Immunization– Dose#2

8

9

Primary Plays

10 Rugby Areas

Grandparent’s Tea 2:00pm

11

12

13

Book Fair ends @11:20am

School Council Mtg @ 6:30 pm

14

Grade 1 Trip to Cold

Creek Conservation

15

16

“Golf in School” Grades 1-5

Character Recognition Evening @ Education

Centre

17

18

19

20

Victoria Day

Holiday

21

TPS Track & field Meet

BBQ Lunch

22

EQAO Begins

TPS Track & field Meet (Rain Date)

23

June Food Orders due

“Musicville” 6:30pm

24

25

26

27

Character Assembly 9:45am

28

29

30

JK/SK Trip to

Round the Bend Farm

31

PA

Day

May 2019“Respect”

Tottenham Public School

21 Rogers Road

Tottenham, ON

L0G 1W0

Susan Nixon, Principal

Tracey McCann, Vice Principal

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Upcoming Events

June 5– Welcome to Kinder-

garten 9:30-10:30am

June 5– Area T&F @ Tos

June 6-Family BBQ 5-9pm

June 7- “Walk for Water”

June 25-Grade 8 Grad

June 26– Reports Home

June 27– Last Day of School

Book Fair

Grade 8 trip to Kingston & Quebec City