Terry Fox School Run

Our 8th annual Terry Fox School Run was a tremendous suc-

cess. Students and staff from the Pre-School, Elementary and

High School divisions ran, jogged or walked to support the

Marathon of Hope. With the combined efforts of all divisions,

Remembrance Day

Remembrance Day is a time to reflect on the sacrifices made by mem-

bers of the Canadian armed forces and civilians at large during times

of war. It is traditionally commemorated on November 11th to mark

the end of World War I in 1918. All students will receive a red poppy

and a donation envelope. These poppies are worn to honour our men and women in uniform and those

who died in service protecting our country. Your donation to the Markham District Veterans Association

is completely voluntary. We thank you in advance for your support!

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Open House - November 16, 2013

Our first Open House for the current school year is on Saturday, November 16th from 11:00 a.m. to

3:00 p.m. and all visitors are welcome to attend. This is a great opportunity to bring friends and

family and see firsthand all the students’ work from the Pre-School, Elementary and High School

Divisions.

We would like to extend a special invitation to our parents of senior preparatory and grade 1 stu-

dents to attend this Open House. Parents will have an opportunity to meet with the teachers and

view the students’ work. Our friendly and courteous staff will be on hand to answer any questions

you may have. We look forward to seeing you at the Open House!

Dates to Remember

November 11

Remembrance Day Observances

November 16

Open House

November 26

Milliken Campus Parent Teacher Interview Day

November 27

Amarillo Campus Parent Teacher Interview Day

Montessori Pre-School, Private Elementary School, & Private High School, Three Distinct Programs - One Unique School

Town Centre Montessori Private Schools donated $14,687.88 to the Terry Fox Founda-

tion which brings our grand total to $133,609.19 to date.

On behalf of the Terry Fox Foundation, we would like to extend a very special thank you

to students and parents for your generous support.

Facts on Remembrance Day — The first Remembrance Day was conducted in 1919 throughout the Com-

monwealth. Originally called Armistice Day, it commemorated the end of the First World War on Monday,

November 11, 1918, at 11 a.m.: the eleventh hour of the eleventh day of the eleventh month.

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Intramural Sports Day for Grades 1 to 5

On Thursday, November 21st our grade 1 students will participate in an Intramural

Sports Day. This fun filled sports day will allow students to earn points for their

House League teams: the Red Rockets, the Blue Bombers, the Green Hornets and the

Yellow Stingers. These types of activities contribute to school spirit, create healthy

competition and the students have lots of fun. On November 21st, students are asked

to dress in their House League team colour. All students must have a pair of running

shoes in order to participate in this fun filled day. Go TEAMS Go!

Parent Teacher Interview Days

Milliken Campus: Tuesday, November 26, 2013

Amarillo Campus: Wednesday, November 27, 2013

The first term of the school year is nearing completion culminating in the report cards

and parent teacher interviews. Report cards for students at the Milliken Campus

report cards will be sent home on Monday, November 25th. Interview sign up

sheets will be posted on the door of your child’s class at both campuses on Monday,

November 11th. Please sign up for interviews with your child’s classroom teacher and

the subject teachers. Sign up sheets for subject teachers will be posted in the main hall-

way. Please note that Parent Teacher Interview Day is a non-school day for stu-

dents. We look forward to meeting and speaking with you.

Parking and Leaving Children Unattended In Cars

Thank you to the parents who are exercising caution and following the school rules re-

garding parking. Please drive safely; pay attention to your surroundings at all times as

the safety of our students is our number one priority.

We also ask parents not to leave children unattended in cars. The school is not responsi-

ble for children left unattended in cars while on school property. Should you have any

questions regarding this please come to the Office.

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Welcome to our

Parent Teacher Interview

If parents and guardians have any questions or concerns

please feel free to stop by the office or call us at

(905) 474 3434

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TCMPS Toy Drive

It is time again for our annual Toy Drive event in support of the Markham Fire De-

partment. Students are welcome to bring new, unwrapped toys beginning Monday,

November 25th. All toy contributions are completely voluntary and are to be dropped

off in the donation box located near the Office. With the efforts of the students, staff

and families of TCMPS, we are sure to make a significant contribution to the lives of

children associated with this charity.

Please Keep Sick Students at Home

Parents are reminded that sick students should remain at home. If students are unwell

they should not be brought to school. If students become ill while at school, parents

will be contacted and asked to pick up the student as soon as possible. For the benefit

of the recovering students, they should not return to school until they feel well enough

to participate fully in all aspects of the curriculum including physical education and

outdoor recess (exceptions will be made with a doctor’s note).

Our staff have reviewed with our students some basic hygiene protocols including

how to wash their hands properly, and how to cough into their sleeves. Most experts

agree that proper and frequent hand washing is the single most effective way to pre-

vent illness. As well, the school’s cleaning and maintenance staff will continue to

clean common surfaces with increased frequency.

For the safety of the student, parents who provide medication for the student to take

while at school should complete the classroom medical log or provide a written note

detailing the following: the current date, name of the student, name of the medication,

dosage and time the medication must be given, and a signature authorizing the teach-

ers to administer medication. Please provide the medication in the original container.

Students with a fever, cold or flu should not be brought to school. Parents are ad-

vised not to administer medication for fever to their child and have them attend

school. Students who develop a fever while at school must be picked up immedi-

ately. Students who have been ill should be fever free for 24 hours before return-

ing to school.

When sick students are at home, they should rest in order to feel better. Please do not

ask teachers to provide missed class work for students while they are away. Students

should make up the missed work after they have returned to school and have received

proper instruction from the teachers.

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