February already?

Please make note of the following important dates:

Wednesday, February 14 – Valentine Colours Day (red, pink, and white)

Friday, February 16 – Pro D Day (no school for students)

Monday, February 19 – Family Day (no school for students)

Thursday, February 22 – Pink Shirt Day

Monday, February 26 – 100 Day Celebration

Hello Parents!

We are looking forward to our spring concert and this year instead of our usual “Spring Showcase” the Kindergarten – Grade 3 classes will be performing “The Music Machine” on Monday, May 13 at 6:30pm.

We are asking that students wear jeans or uniform pants, sneakers, and a short sleeved t-shirt in a solid colour of your choosing, with no printing on the front (shirts may be turned inside out to hide printing if needed).

On February 5^th and 7^th, the children will be video recording some dialogue with the Conductor, played by Mrs. Shinness in our studio.  We are asking that all students please bring a solid-colour t-shirt with no printing on the front.  They can change into the t-shirt before heading to the studio.

The following classes will be recorded on the following days:

Feb 5^th: Kindergarten (Mrs. Morris), Grade 2 (Mrs. Ellis), Grade 3 (Miss Rast) and Grade 3 (Mrs. VanLeeuwen)

Feb 7^th:  Kindergarten (Mrs. Larsson), Grade 1 (Mrs. Folkerts), Grade ½ (Miss Evans)

Please make sure your child brings their shirt on the day they will be recorded.

At the bottom of this message is a link to a copy of the entire musical.  We have adapted the dialogue portion for groups of children instead of the Stevie and Nancy characters. Your children will enjoy hearing their music at home, and it will help them prepare for the performance.

We are also in need of assistance from any willing parents who would love to create some props.  We need 2 large snail costumes.  If you would like to help, please contact Alynne Shinness (ashinness@highroadacademy.com) or Angela Kennedy (akennedy@highroadacademy.com)

The Music Machine

Please note that last week’s cozy casual day (that was missed due to our snow day on Wednesday) has been rescheduled for this week.  On Wednesday your child may wear pajamas or any other cozy clothing!

As you know, our school is sending a team of students and staff to the Philippines on Spring Break.  Our very own Mr. Morris and Mr. and Mrs. Tymos will be part of this adventure!

Here are two ways to support the team:

1. Come out on Tuesday night for a dessert night  to learn more about what the team will be doing while in the Philippines.  Tickets are $12 and can be purchased on the school website, at the office, or at the door.

2. Order a special hot lunch (hot dog, bag of chips, and/or rice krispies treat) for February 14 on munch a lunch.  All proceeds will go toward the project.

Thank you on behalf of Team Philippines 2024!

Today the Kindies and I had a little chat at the end of the day about hallway behaviours, specifically before the morning bell rings.  I reminded the children  that we share the hallway with other people (like the office staff and Mr. Morris) and want to be respectful of them, not disturbing them as they do their work.  We agreed that our voices should be quiet and our bodies should be still as we wait at the door.

I have posted a sign on our door.  As parents, please feel free to remind the children of these expectations.

Thank you so much!

Happy New Year!   I hope you’ll forgive me for the very late Thank You for all of the lovely cards and gifts I received before the Christmas break.  I felt so blessed and spoilt!

I trust that you all had a wonderful Christmas holiday with your family and loved ones.  Hopefully you managed to squeeze in a nap or two on the couch or were able to do something fun for yourself.  Let’s face it.  Christmas can be a lot of work!

Mr, Morris and I are enjoying some down time after the hustle and bustle of Christmas.  It’s so nice to have the bulk of the break fall after Christmas Day!

Looking forward to seeing you back at school next week!  Wishing you and your family a blessed new year.  Welcome 2024!

A message from Mrs. Shinness on what to wear for our Christmas concert on Thursday, December 21:

“I’m asking students to wear ‘their Christmas best’ which can be everything from fancy dresses or shirts with bow ties to uniform pants with a colourful tshirt. I’m asking for no uniforms or jeans.”