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Nov 9 Picture Retake
Nov 11 10:30 Remembrance Day Assembly
Nov 14-18 Book Fair
Nov 14-Dec 9 Toy Drive
Nov 17-18 Parent/Teacher Interviews
Nov 17 COY cancelled due to Parent/
Teacher Interviews
Nov 18 PD Day (no classes)
LATE? WHO, ME? Thank you to parents and guardians for encouraging your student to be on time for school. The outside bell rings at 8:50 signaling the students to enter the building. They immediately go to their lockers, allowing themselves enough time to remove their outdoor clothing and bring
their necessary books and pencils, etc. to their homerooms. At 8:54, the ―mad minute‖ music starts, warning the students that they now have one minute to get to their classrooms. At 8:55, Greenbriar staff and students are asked to stand for the playing of ―O Canada.‖ If a student is not in class at that point, he/she is considered late and is given a detention (20 minutes served after school the following day or at lunch if he/she is a bus student). If the ―late‖ student produces a note from parent/guardian, the student is excused from detention. It is our intention to encourage a student to be punctual not just for today, and for their three years here at Greenbriar, but to take this principle with them in whatever situation they find themselves in—highschool, working at McDonald’s, playing on their hockey rep team. Our ―lates‖ are down from last year, and we want to say a HUGE thank you to all parents and guardians, and to the students—THANK YOU! Your education is important to us—and you deserve every minute of it! Don’t be late!
November 2011 Newsletter
Greenbriar Senior PS 1140 Central Park Drive, Brampton ON L6S 2C9
(905) 791-2332
Superintendent: P. Daws Principal: Mrs. W. Peyer
School Trustee: B. Ford Vice-Principal: Mrs. S. Prouse
Applications are being accepted for the position of Lunchroom Supervisor at Greenbriar for the 2011-2012 school year. Lunch Supervisor duties include the supervision of students both indoors and out for one hour each day. This is a paid position with the requirement of a daily commitment from 11:39am to 12:39pm. If you are interested in this position, you are invited to contact the school at (905) 791-2332 for further information and or an interview. Successful candidates will require a Criminal Record Check.
Character Attribute for
November is
RESPECTFUL
To Whom it May Concern, Due to parent teacher Interviews on Thursday, November 17th 2011, Counting on You will be cancelled for that day. Students should arrange to go home at 3:00 pm on Thurs-day November 17th, 2011. Sorry for any inconvenience this may cause. Sincerely, Ms. Shaver, COY
JOIN US on Friday, November 11th at 10:30 am as we remember.
COUNTING
On YOU
GRADE 6 Boy: Sangam S, 6GG
GRADE 6 Girl: Alicia C, 6AB
GRADE 7 Boy: Kingsley A, 7CM
GRADE 7 Girl: Taylor P, 7CM
GRADE 8 Boy: David M, 8CB
GRADE 8 Girl: Chriti G, 8DC
Meetings begin at 6:30 pm
in the Staff Room
All parents and guardians are welcome The next School Council meeting is January 25th, 2012 at 6:30 pm. All School Council
members are encouraged to attend. The School Council Chair for 2011-2012 is Mrs. J.
Millington.
Jan
25th
BABYSITTING is provided
upon advance notice. Call the
School Office 905-791-2332
to make arrangements.
YEAH!
Congrats!
Scheduled meetings January 25
March 28
May 9 (changed from May 16)
Counting on You (COY) is the name of the language and math assistance program of-
fered by the Peel District School Board which gives students in Grades 7 to 10 the support and atten-
tion they need to improve their skills and learning strategies to be more successful in school. This pro-
gram runs on Tuesdays and Thursdays from 3:00-5:00 at Greenbriar from Tuesday, October 11th to
Thursday, December 8th.
OFIP is a Peel Board sponsored remedial program that offers additional support to Grade 6 stu-
dents only in reading, writing and mathematics in a classroom where the average student-to-teacher ra-
tio will be 6 to 1. Stay tuned for more information in our next newsletter.
FORM 7
7AS…Tiffany B, Rajneet M, Sarveen S; 7BT…Keegan S, Caitlyn G, Urja M; 7CM…Cicely S, Michael T, Jasdeep
R; 7EW…Michelle B, Kunal C, Vijithan M; 7LM…Rachelle L, Neil S, Adrian B; 7SH…Sarah G, Tyanna E,
Rebecca B
FORM 8
8CB…Rudraksh M, Mouzam A, Bailey C; 8DC…Trevor R, Alex Q, Ushra K; GW…Rajvir G, Elizabeth R, Satesh
M; 8JM…Brett H, A.J. M, Arunya S; 8KH…Pawandeep S, Sachin N, Sabryna P; 8RA…Connor B, Nagina F
ART 6AB…Kimilisa B, Aaron L; 6BC…Jovin G;
6GG…Sarah M, Azan A; 6ME…Harley V, Kumail N; 6RM…Elissa F, Jessica W; 6SB…Haley L,
Raegan W; 7AS…Avneet B, Madeline E; 7BT…Andrew D, Safia S; 7CM…Komal J, Michael T;
7EW…Hannah C, Saudiyah K; 7LM…Barbara P, Neil S; 7SH…Stardeep S, Kayathre K; 8CB…
Tanisha A, Mouzam A; 8DC…Dhriti G, Ushra K; 8GW…Gurpreet C, Rafa Z; 8JM…Ravneet R, Awsaja K; 8KH…
Anshul V, Gurpreet J; 8RA…Sameer D, Kamalpreet K; 9BL…Gigi A, Shaziah; 9ES...Helen S, Ashie D; 9R1…
Robert A, Joseph F; 9R2…Tanveer K, Curtis B; 9SJ…James F
MUSIC 6AB… Kimilisa B, Aaron L; 6BC…
Jonathon U, Yadah L; 6GG…Leslie F,
Cameron C, Jessica Y; 6ME…Christian
P, Sukhman G; 6RM…Ryan B, Tamia
G; 6SB…Sonia S; 7AS…Avneet B,
Joshua D; 7BT…Caitlyn G, Jasmine R; 7CM…Alicia
S, Taabin A; 7EW…Smit R, Kunal C; 7LM…
Thanuja P, Hafsa A, Matthew N; 7SH…Sarah G;
8CB…Regina O, Mouzam A; 8DC…Dhriti G, Nicho-
las L; 8GW…Kimi K, Murlai K; 8JM…Brian S, Mal-
isha H, Faisal A, Simran D; 8KH…Quentin L, Gur-
leen B, Sakkya G; 8RA…Alisha M, Cameron S;
9BL…Ragulan R, Simratpal D, Satwick P;
9ES...Hiral P, Devi B; 9R1…Andrea C; 9R2…Surbhi
J; 9SJ…Ramya S, Lathyga E
6AB…Sonya S, Kimilsa B; 6BC…Avaldeep A, Jash M;
6GG…Saeed H, Azan A; 6ME…Atchana S, Maharshi B;
6RM…Dillon R, Jessica W; 6SB…Ishaan A, Parneet B;
7AS…Bailey A; 7BT…Andrea C; 7CM…Marium A;
7EW…Saudiyah K, Sabyasachi M; 7LM…Barbara P,
Taylor I; 7SH…Britney T; 8CB…Khushi D, Simratpal V;
8DC…Ushra K, Amandeep B; 8GW…Kimi K, Jasleen J;
8JM…Brian S; 8KH…Pawandeep S, Lemma E; 8RA…
Connor B, Samir A; 9BL…Raj B, Het K; 9ES...Charu J,
Connor J
FORM 9
9BL…Lily L, Jerry F, Gigi A; 9ES...Ashish M, Charu J, Archit J; 9R1…Andrea C, Ryan P (6GG); 9R2…Aaron V,
George W, Surbhi J; 9SJ...Haleema A, Ramya W
FRENCH
FORM 6 6AB…Camila B, Raza B, Nadina P; 6BC…Avaldeep A, Yadah L, Jovin G;
6GG…Jessica Y, Josiha K, Ryan P; 6ME…Arshdeep J, Sehajvir D, Manvir C; 6RM… Ryan B, Ryan M, Rashawn
C; 6SB…Raegan W, Celine W, Kazu K
The Music Wing is in full SWING!
Jazz Band auditions and Grade 8 Vocal Group auditions have taken place and names have been posted! Congratulations to everyone who made it! "O Canada Idol" auditions have occurred and the top three performances will secretly make their recordings very soon. The Grade 8 Band has been rehearsing for their first performance this year. On Friday, November 11
th, we will hear them
perform O Canada at the Remembrance Day assembly that morning. We will also feature a trumpet soloist performing The Last Post, as well as other musical numbers to support this time of reflection. Parents are welcome to join us for this assembly. Band Rehearsals are running - Parents can help their children remember to bring a lunch and their instruments on the day they have band practice. Please write this on the calendar at home:
Grade 6 Band rehearsals are MONDAY at lunch Grade 7 Band rehearsals are TUESDAY at lunch Grade 8 Band rehearsals are WEDNESDAY at lunch
Remember - Playing your instrument each day, keeps the WRONG notes away! :0)
Good Books Make Great Gifts!
A Book Fair will be held at Greenbriar Senior Public School from Monday November 14 to Friday November 18t
It will be open during regular school hours; as well as open late during Parent/Teacher interviews on Thursday
November 17th (until 8:45 p.m.) and again on Friday November 18 until 10:00 a.m. Cash, Visa and Master Card
are accepted.
Some of the titles that will be included are:
Heist Society by Ally Carter
The Red Pyramid by Rick Riordan
Icefall by Matthew J. Kirby
The Eleventh Plague by Jeff Hirsch
Come and visit as we have ordered new themes for this year.
SAMPLE
Extracurricular opportunities Many great opportunities for our students!
Encourage your child to get involved!
Wide variety of sports (Boys and Girls) Drum Addicts
Bands and Choir French Club
Drama, Art and Photography Clubs The News Crew
Chess Club
Leadership Opportunities – many great opportuni-
ties for our students! Encourage your child to get in-volved!
MediaWorks Team Morning Announcements Office Helpers Student Leadership Canteen workers Foot Patrollers Library Leaders
CIA's for week of Oct 3rd, 2011 CIA's for week of Oct 10th, 2011
Student Class Character Shown Student Class Character Shown
Kimilisa B 6AB Responsible Raj 6GG Responsible
Waleed I 6AB Cooperative Tehillah 6SG Responsible
Simran S 6AB Cooperative Harley 6SB Cooperative
Camila 6AB Responsible Adrian 7AS Responsible
Manav 6GG Responsible Anthony 7BT Responsible
Jasanpreet 6ME Responsible Alec 8CB Responsible
Gurkeerat K 7AS Responsible Shriti G 8DC Caring/Respectful
Cody 7AS Responsible Kimi K. 8GW Responsible
Tivona L 8DC Responsible Ahmad M 8JM Responsible
Zech B 9R2 Responsible Nastassia 8KH Caring/Cooperative
George W 9R2 Responsible Bhuvan 8KH Caring
Simran K. 9R2 Responsible Connor B 8RA Respectful
CIA's for week of Oct 17th, 2011 CIA's for week of Oct 24th, 2011
Student Class Character Shown Student Class Character Shown
Azan 6GG Responsible Tehillah 6SB Caring
Avan P 6ME Caring Tanvir 7AS Caring
Sehajvir 6ME Caring Taabin 7CM Caring
Kimail 6ME Responsible Jayson 7LM Caring
Raegan W 6SB Caring Matt 7LM Caring, Cooperative
Nkombo 7BT Caring Stardeep 7SH Cooperative, Responsible
Kendra 7LM Caring Jacob 7SH Caring
Amanpreet 8DC Respectful Rajaun 8DC Caring
Chance V 8RA Cooperative Awsaja 8JM Cooperative
Bobby 8KH Responsible Malisha 8JM Caring, Respectful
Tirth P 9BL Responsible Taylor 8JM Caring
Cody 9R2 Responsible
Caught In Ac-
tion (CIA’s)
Greenbriar students
are encouraged to
display good charac-
ter traits, and when
they are “caught,”
they are given a
“ticket” to put into
the ballot box
(sample below). On
Fridays, there is a
draw for 12 lucky
winners.
Caring Respectful
Cooperative Honest
Responsible Inclusive
C.I.A.
Given to: _______________ Homeroom: ____________ Date: _________________ Given by: ______________ (staff name)
Character Shown:
Caring
Cooperative Honest
Inclusive
Respectful Responsible
Your Guide to Secondary School Information North of 401 Students living in a specific catchment area will attend that particular secondary school, unless students are on "Flexible Boundaries," have special needs, or are interested in one of the Regional programs that are
outlined below. Therefore, upon completion of Grade 8, they will be automatically accepted into the Grade 9 program at their home high school.
Program Regional Arts Program:
RAP
International Baccalaureate Program: IB
International Business & Technology Program: IBT
ELL / ESL / ELD Science and Technology
Program: SciTech 1 -Vocational Programs
Regional Enhanced Learning Program (ELP)
School Mayfield S.S. Turner Fenton S.S. North Park S.S. Bramalea S.S. Chinguacousy S.S. Turner Fenton/Judith Nyman
S.S. Heart Lake S.S.
What is the focus of the program?
Dance, drama, music, and visual arts Internationally accepted diploma Computers and technology ELL/ESL/ELD Stage 1 and 2 of
Stages of Acquisition
Integrated, inquiry-based approach to science and technology
Vocational Level Enhanced Learning Experiences
Who can apply? Anyone with an interest in the arts:
dance, drama, music and visual arts
Students very dedicated to academic learning
Anyone who is interested in com-puters and technology
Anyone who meets the criteria listed above
Anyone who is interested in sci-ence and technology
Special Education Students who meet the criteria
Students who have been designated "Exceptional Intellectual Gifted" in Peel
District School Board
Do I need to apply? YES YES YES No YES YES Must complete a different Option
Sheet
What is the admis-sion process?
A. Get an application at the Open House or on the school website (after
the Open House) B. Applications MUST be delivered
C. Auditions will be held D. There is an Audition fee
A. Application must be downloaded from school website.
B. Be sure to hand in your application on time!
C. Don’t forget your application fee.
A. Application must be downloaded from school website.
B. Be sure to hand in your applica-tion on time!
Option sheets will be given to ac-cepted students by Greenbriar ESL
staff/Guidance Counsellor
A. Get an application from pcssonline.com.
B. Be sure to hand in your applica-tion on time!
Option sheets will be given to accepted students after the voca-
tional school IPRC
1. Collect an Option Sheet for The Heart Lake from guidance counsellor
2. Return the Option Sheet to guidance counsellor soon as it is complete.
Is bussing pro-vided?
No. A private bussing company can be used or public transit.
No. No. A private bussing company can
be used or public transit. Yes No.
Yes, for qualified students.
Yes, if all requirements are met.
Date of Open House
November 01, 2011 7:00 pm
November 24, 2011 7:00 pm
November 22, 23, 2011 7:00 pm
To be determined November 29, 2011
6:30 pm
November 17, 2011 7:00 pm
November 23, 2011 7:00 pm
Website
www.mayfield.com
(Regional Arts)
www.turnerfenton.com
(IB Program)
www.northparkss.com
(IBT Program)
bssbroncos.com
http://chinguacousyss.peelschools.org/ (Regional Programs – SciTech)
jturnerfenton/uddithny-
mantss.peelschools.org
www.heartlakess.peelschools.org (Enhanced Learning)
Fire is the third leading cause of accidental death in Canada. Approximately 85% of fire deaths occur in the home, and most deaths are
due to smoke inhalation. Smoke alarms will warn you of a fire in time to let you escape. Here are some basic fire prevention tips:
install a certified smoke alarm on each level of your home
have and practice a fire escape plan with your family
know your fire department's phone number
have and know how to use your fire extinguisher
keep matches and lighters out of children's reach
don't overload electrical outlets
always barbecue outside
never leave grease cooking unattended
clean grease from burner pans and stove top regularly
install a smoke alarm outside each sleeping area
install smoke alarms on each level of your home
purchase smoke alarms that have the label of the underwriter's Laboratories of Canada
test your smoke alarm at least twice a year
test the battery once a month (by pushing the button on the unit)
never remove the battery for any reason and replace the battery once a year
replace smoke alarms every five years
Basic fire prevention tips
from Canada Safety Council
For more information on fire
safety, visit the Canada Safety
Council website at
www.safety-council.org
Your Guide to Secondary School Information North of 401 Students living in a specific catchment area will attend that particular secondary school, unless students are on "Flexible Boundaries," have special needs, or are interested in one of the Regional programs that are
outlined below. Therefore, upon completion of Grade 8, they will be automatically accepted into the Grade 9 program at their home high school.
Program Regional Arts Program:
RAP
International Baccalaureate Program: IB
International Business & Technology Program: IBT
ELL / ESL / ELD Science and Technology
Program: SciTech 1 -Vocational Programs
Regional Enhanced Learning Program (ELP)
School Mayfield S.S. Turner Fenton S.S. North Park S.S. Bramalea S.S. Chinguacousy S.S. Turner Fenton/Judith Nyman
S.S. Heart Lake S.S.
What is the focus of the program?
Dance, drama, music, and visual arts Internationally accepted diploma Computers and technology ELL/ESL/ELD Stage 1 and 2 of
Stages of Acquisition
Integrated, inquiry-based approach to science and technology
Vocational Level Enhanced Learning Experiences
Who can apply? Anyone with an interest in the arts:
dance, drama, music and visual arts
Students very dedicated to academic learning
Anyone who is interested in com-puters and technology
Anyone who meets the criteria listed above
Anyone who is interested in sci-ence and technology
Special Education Students who meet the criteria
Students who have been designated "Exceptional Intellectual Gifted" in Peel
District School Board
Do I need to apply? YES YES YES No YES YES Must complete a different Option
Sheet
What is the admis-sion process?
A. Get an application at the Open House or on the school website (after
the Open House) B. Applications MUST be delivered
C. Auditions will be held D. There is an Audition fee
A. Application must be downloaded from school website.
B. Be sure to hand in your application on time!
C. Don’t forget your application fee.
A. Application must be downloaded from school website.
B. Be sure to hand in your applica-tion on time!
Option sheets will be given to ac-cepted students by Greenbriar ESL
staff/Guidance Counsellor
A. Get an application from pcssonline.com.
B. Be sure to hand in your applica-tion on time!
Option sheets will be given to accepted students after the voca-
tional school IPRC
1. Collect an Option Sheet for The Heart Lake from guidance counsellor
2. Return the Option Sheet to guidance counsellor soon as it is complete.
Is bussing pro-vided?
No. A private bussing company can be used or public transit.
No. No. A private bussing company can
be used or public transit. Yes No.
Yes, for qualified students.
Yes, if all requirements are met.
Date of Open House
November 01, 2011 7:00 pm
November 24, 2011 7:00 pm
November 22, 23, 2011 7:00 pm
To be determined November 29, 2011
6:30 pm
November 17, 2011 7:00 pm
November 23, 2011 7:00 pm
Website
www.mayfield.com
(Regional Arts)
www.turnerfenton.com
(IB Program)
www.northparkss.com
(IBT Program)
bssbroncos.com
http://chinguacousyss.peelschools.org/ (Regional Programs – SciTech)
jturnerfenton/uddithny-
mantss.peelschools.org
www.heartlakess.peelschools.org (Enhanced Learning)
TOY DRIVE
Sponsored by Student Leadership
November 14 to December 9
Ask your student for information
Prevent the flu. It’s in your hands.
Hand washing is the most important way to prevent the spread of infection. Always wash your hands with soap and water when they are dirty. Clean your hands before:
touching your eyes, nose or mouth
touching/preparing food or drinks
eating or drinking
caring for someone in your home who can easily get sick ((baby, elderly or someone who has an unhealthy
immune system)
first aid
Clean your hands after:
touching pets or other animals
touching raw meat, particularly chicken
touching surfaces such as a railing or grocery cart
touching money
touching objects sick people have touched
touching blood or body fluids such as urine, vomit or feces
contact with those who have a cold, the flu, diarrhea or virus of any kind
changing diapers
wiping your own or a child’s nose
sneezing or coughing
using a facial tissue
using the washroom
removing gloves
cleaning
gardening
What to do when you cough or sneeze:
cover your mouth and nose with a tissue or your sleeve
put used tissues in the wastebasket
clean your hands with soap and water or a hand sanitizer
For more information:
call Peel Health at 905-799-7700
or visit www.peelregion.ca/flu.
Need help in math? Free tutoring now available online
Math students in grades 7 to 10 can now access live, interactive online math help by visiting www.homeworkhelp.ilc.org. Homework Help is free, real-time math tutoring by certified Ontario teachers. Students can log in from Sunday to Thursday, between 5:30 and 9:30 p.m. for individualized confidential math tutoring. There are discussion rooms for each grade where students can join and see what questions other students are asking, watch the tutors draw on the whiteboard – and ask their own question for on-the-spot help. Students will also find 24/7 discussion rooms, video lessons and commonly asked questions. Other online math resources include math games and a virtual locker, where students can save their work. Homework Help is a project funded by the Ministry of Education.
Peel board students have choice Explore program options at makingmyway.ca Students have different needs, interests and abilities—our schools offer great educational opportunities to help all
students achieve. For students looking for a more focused, specialized program, here are some options:
Regional programs start in grades 6, 7 and 9 Students in regional programs still complete all of the requirements of the Ontario curriculum, but there is an in-
creased focus on an area of interest. Information nights for students applying to start programs in September 2012
begin this November. Programs include:
Specialist High Skills Major programs start in grade 11 Specialist High Skills Major programs allow students to focus their learning on a specific economic sector, while
meeting the requirements to graduate from secondary school. Students gain sector-recognized certification and
career-relevant training. The programs support the transition after graduation to apprenticeship training, college,
university or the workplace. Peel board schools offer Specialist High Skills Major programs in the following ar-
eas:
Business and Entrepreneurial Studies
Construction
Environment
Health and Wellness
Hospitality and Tourism
Information and Communications Technology
Justice, Community Safety and Emergency Services
Manufacturing
Sports
Transportation
More options for Peel board students co-operative education programs provide workplace experience
extended French starts in grade 7
dual credit programs allow student to earn college credits at the same time as secondary school credits
alternative programs are available for students who need flexible school hours, are dealing with unique
situations, or require more support
Our guidance counsellors can help students determine which courses will best meet their needs, interests and
abilities—contact the school to make an appointment.
Arts International Business and Technology
Flexography (Package print technology) SciTech
International Baccalureate Strings
For more information about regional
programs, Specialist High Skills
Major programs and other programs
of choice available to Peel board
students, visit:
www.makingmyway.ca.
Parents and Guardians: Your students are getting an early start to driver’s training! At Greenbriar, we encourage our students to walk on the right side of the hallways. This allows students walking in both directions to traverse safely, avoiding accidents. Thank you, Students, for your co-operation. It is very much appreciated. Students are also encouraged to walk quietly with no talking so as not to disturb classes still in progress. This is another way we can show RESPECT (our featured character trait for the month of November).
Celebrating Faith and Culture November 2011 DATE CELEBRATION
FAITH AND
CULTURE
November Gwilatkw Aboriginal Spirituality
November 1 All Saints' Day Christianity
November 1 Samhain Wicca
November 4 -22 The month of Qudrat Bahá'í
November 5 or 6 Waqfatu' Arafat Islam
November 6 or 7 Eid-ul-Adha Islam
November 6 Kathina Buddhism
November 10 Dev Diwali Jainism
November 10 Birth of Guru Nanak Sikhism
November 11 Remembrance Day Canada
November 12 Birth of Baha’u’lláh Báhá'í
November 16 Louis Riel Day Aboriginal Spirituality
November 23 - December 11 The month of Qawl Bahá'í
November 24 Martyrdom of Guru Teg Bahadur Sikhism
November 26 Day of Covenant Bahá'í
November 26 New Year (Hijra) and Muharram Islam
November 15, 27 and 28(J) First of Advent (Christmas fast) Christianity
November 27 First Sunday of Advent Christianity
November 28 Ascension of 'Abdu'l-Bahá Bahá'í
Help your child prepare for tests Many students will become anxious at the thought of writing a test. Anxiety about an upcoming test can affect a child's behaviour, thoughts and actions. Here are some ways you can help minimize anxiety at test time: Organize & Prepare
Encourage your child not to leave assignments, studying and homework to the last minute. Schedule time for review and work on assignments each day. Establish a regular time of the day for homework, studying etc. Make the home a homework-friendly environment where learning is regular routine. Remove distractions like the television, stereo, telephone when studying. Tell your child to make sure tests and due dates are marked in their agenda.
Practice Encourage your child to think about what, when, where and how when preparing/completing assignments. Develop practice tests and help them anticipate questions. Review previous exercises. When appropriate, encourage your child to pair up with a friend to review information and brainstorm. Build learning into family activities— suggest keeping a journal, writing a report or a news article about family
events, outings or trips. Be in the know Check out the curriculum for your child’s grade level (available as PDF files at www.edu.gov.on.ca/eng/ curriculum)
Ask your child’s teacher about major topics studied and how these topics are structured— homework, assignments, exercises
Use your child’s agenda to communicate with their teacher—ask questions, check for homework tips, etc.
Winter bus safety The following winter school bus safety tips will help to keep your child safe throughout the winter months. Allow extra time to get to your bus stop. Wear bright clothing so the bus can see you in the early morning and late
evening. Stand away from where the bus stops. Buses need extra room to stop when
there is snow and ice. Use the handrail when boarding or exiting the bus to prevent slipping on wet
or icy steps or road surfaces. Dress properly—winter clothing, hats, and boots will keep you warm. Don't throw snowballs at the bus or other children waiting for the bus. Don't slide on the snow or ice patches in driveways or on the street. Don't push or shove around the bus. Someone could fall down on the ice and get hurt. On very rare occasions, buses are late because of weather conditions or mechanical problems. Talk to your child about what to do if the bus is late. Here are some suggestions: When possible, wait with your child for the bus. Make sure your child knows a phone number where he can reach you or another trusted adult. Teach your child how and where to get help. Talk to your child about what a "safe" stranger is. Help your child set up a bus stop buddy system so your child has someone to wait with for the bus.
Closing schools because of bad weather
During the winter months, we may need to cancel buses or close schools because of bad weather. The board decides by 6:45 a.m. whether to cancel buses or close schools. To find out if busing is cancelled or schools closed, visit www.peelschools.org or call 905-890-1010 or 1-800-668-1146. You will receive one of the following messages:
Peel District School Board buses are cancelled. Schools remain open for students and staff, but buses are cancelled. Buses will remain cancelled all day. All activities that require busing will also be cancelled. Permits, night school classes, daycare and other activities in schools will operate as usual. All Peel District School Board schools and board offices are closed. Due to weather conditions, schools and board offices are closed to students and staff. All activities in schools and board offices are also can-celled, including daycare, night school and permits. All evening programs and permits at the Peel District School Board are cancelled. Due to weather con-ditions, all activities in schools and board offices are cancelled, including continuing education courses and events. The buildings will be closed. All weekend programs and permits at the Peel District School Board are cancelled. Due to weather con-ditions, all activities in schools and board offices are cancelled, including continuing education courses and events. The buildings will be closed.
Looking for your other shoe? Your pencil case? Your gym shorts? Please make it a habit to check out our Lost and Found BIN, located by the gym doors. For jewellery, check in the office.
LOST AND
FOUND
Greenbr iar
Senior PS
1140 Central Park Dr
Brampton L6S 2C9
905 791 2332
Coming up in December
Dec 23 9am Winter Arts Showcase Dec 23 Afternoon=Funapalooza! Dec 23 Last day of classes before Winter Break Jan. 9: Back to school
Counting on You
(Grades 7+8) Tuesdays and Thursdays,
October 11th to December
8th, inclusive.
OFIP (Grade 6)
To be announced—stay
tuned.
Sun Mon Tue Wed Thu Fri Sat
1
COY
2 3 Dance/Socials
COY
4 PD DAY
No classes
5
6 7 8
COY
9 Picture Retake
10
COY
11
10:30 am
Remembrance
Day Assembly
12
13 14 Book Fair
14—18
15
COY
16 17
Parent—Teacher
Interviews (no COY)
18 PD DAY
No classes
Parent—Teacher
Interviews
19
20 21 22
COY
23 24
COY
25 26
27 28 29
COY
30
November 2011
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