MEMORIAL SERVICE

Barbara Grant's memorial service will be held on

January 5, 2012 11:00AM at Neville's Funeral Home

Pembroke, Ontario

www.nevillefuneralhome.ca

changes

I apologize for my tardiness, but with the snow day and the significantly decreased population at General Lake this week there has been a number of changes that were not posted on the Blog.
Please note the singalong was changed to 12:00 noon on Thursday. The character assembly was postponed to Friday, January 13....our first week back. Thanks for your patience and flexibility with these changes.

Concert Fills General Lake with the Spirit of the Holidays

It was standing room only left in the hall at General Lake as parents, friends and family packed themselves in to see the Annual Christmas Concert. Students and staff had obviously worked hard in the previous weeks to put together a wonderful variety of songs, plays and skits and it definetley paid off as all in attendance were thoroughly impressed and entertained. The Kindergartens from Mme Ouellette and Mme Spencer's began the event with a number of songs, followed by Mrs. Robillard 1/2 class with Up on the Housetop. Mme Gibson's 1/2 class performed two numbers, Jouer au Hockey and 4 Semaines c’est Noël , followed by Mme Kossatz' Grade 2's with Nez Rouge. Mrs. Graham & Mme Malette partnered up for the Reindeer Hokey Pokey, then Mrs. Norman's class amazed the audience with their rendition of Sleigh Ride. Mme Turgeon's class delighted the audience with Des Oeufs pour Noël, followed by Mme Bernardin with Pere Noël a engraisse. The singing was interrupted briefly with a great dramatic play called Gentil Pere Noel by Mme Grant's 5/6 class. Mrs. Ferguson's 4/5 class entertained with their comical version of The 12 Days of Christmas. Mme Yakabuskie's class returned us to another dramatic reading of Clara Bistouille et le père Noël. Then we were delighted with Mrs. Langille's classes version of Frosty the Snowman & some jokes that made everyone chuckle. As a finale, under the direction of Arts Teacher Ms. Hiltz students performed LAST CHRISTMAS, RUDOLPH and ALL I WANT FOR CHRISTMAS. It was a fabulous afternoon of entertainment. Special thanks to organizers Ms. Hiltz, Mme. Grant and Ms. Legault for their dedication. Thanks to the Grade 7/8 leaders in Mme Haddad and Ms. Marquardt's classes who worked behind the scenes to make everything run so smoothly. Finally thanks to the MC's Jeris, Emily, Ali, and Daryl for keeping the program going and ad-libing so eloquently with a number of jokes and fillers.

Ornament Sale Wednesday to Raise funds for Plan Canada

On Wednesday December 21, Mrs Ferguson's grade 4/5 class will be selling Christmas tree ornaments made by the students, in order to raise money for Plan Canada. The ornaments will sell for $0.50, $1.00, and $2.00. The materials were very kindly donated, so all proceeds will go to the organization to purchase such things as chickens, goats, books, mosquito nets, medical supplies, etc. for people in developing countries. Once the class has counted the money they raise, the students will decide what they would like to purchase with the funds. Way to go Mrs. Ferguson's class for demonstrating caring for others in such a big way!

Winter Concert Program

General Lake Public School

WINTER CONCERT

Mme Ouellette (JK/SK) – Quand le Pere Noël Vient me Visiter

Mme Spencer (JK/SK) – Le Noël des Petits

Mmes Ouellette & Spencer (JK/SK) – Vive le Vent

Mrs. Robillard (1/2) – Up on the Housetop

Mme Gibson (1/2) – Jouer au Hockey, 4 Semaines c’est Noël

Mme Kossatz (2) – Nez Rouge

Mrs. Graham & Mme Malette – Reindeer Hokey Pokey

Mrs. Norman (2/3) – Sleigh Ride

Mme Turgeon (2/3) –Des Oeufs pour Noël

Mme Bernardin (3/4) – Pere Noël a engraisse

Mme Grant (5/6) – Play: Gentil Pere Noël

Mrs. Ferguson (4/5) – 12 Days of Christmas

Mme Yakabuskie (5/6) – Clara Bistouille et le père Noël

Mrs. Langille (5/6) – Frosty the Snowman, & Jokes

LAST CHRISTMAS: Mme Haddad (7/8), Mrs. Marquardt (7/8)

RUDOLPH: Mme DeAbreu (4/5), Mme Haddad (7/8),

Mrs. Marquardt (7/8)

ALL I WANT FOR CHRISTMAS: Mme DeAbreu (4/5),

Mme Haddad (7/8), Mrs. Marquardt (7/8)

A Great Silence Was Heard At General Lake

On Wednesday, November 30 many students from General Lake took part in the grassroots campaign called the 'Vow of Silence'. This campaign was introduced by the Free The Children organization to promote awareness of Children's Rights. As part of the We day action plan, Grade 7/8 students brought the campaign again this year to General Lake. Congratulations to Dylan Gaumond, Jenna Gaumond, Amber Chubbs, Erin O'Hara, Abigail Jupp, Zachary Reid, Remi Lavoie, Fiona MacPherson, Cassandr Collins, Connor Chalmers-Wein, Braedon Barton, Laurelie Belanger, Cole Fowler, Emily Luck, Taylor Reed, Aaron Currie, Henry Major Gingras,Gabe Layden, Kendra, Danielle Edwards, Kale RObbins, Erin Stacey, Sarah McGarry, Dominic Plamondon, Sky Smith, Unity Rodgers, MacKenzie Smith,Taylor Legault, Lauren Legault, Kian Legault, as well as many other students who took part in this initiative.

Remembrance Day

Remembrance Day
On November 11, 2011 staff, students and parents joined together to show their respect to our military heroes. The Student-led Service began with an entrance from our official flagbearers, Liam Jobe and Matthew Wallace. Then the Masters of Ceremonies, Taylor Sullivan-McElroy and Cortlin Docken took over with inspiring words about courage and peace. The program included a moving reading of ‘ In Flander's Fields’ by Daryl Sullivan-McEnroy and MacKenzie Dunham; poetry readings from Ms Graham's Core English classes, and an original song from Mrs. Langille's Grade 5/6 Class. The Service ended as students paraded silently by 'Our Heroes' tribute and gave a quiet thank-you to all those that have served proudly for our country. Thank you to Mrs. Grant for providing the decorations, Mrs. Marquardt's class for leading the Service; and Ms Legault for coordinating the efforts. A special thank-you to all the parents who were able to join us in observance of this very special day. Also, as part of a General Lake tradition, students entered the Royal Canadian Legion’s poetry and poster contest. Congratulations to Ryan Muise, 2nd Place Primary; Kaylee Granter, 1st place Colour Primary; Grace Elizabeth McLean, 1st place Intermediate Poetry; Danielle Edwards, 1st place Junior Poetry; Morgan Verjans, 3rd place Black and White Intermediate; Erin Stacey 2nd place Black and White Intermediate; Mitchell Smith, 2nd place Black and White Primary; Sydney Robinson 3rd place Colour Intermediate; Remi Lavoie, 3rd place Colour Junior; Katie Williams 1st place Colour Intermediate; and Melora Twomey, 2nd place Colour Intermediate.

Quote of the Day

Remember that if the opportunities for great deeds should never come,
the opportunities for good deeds are renewed day by day. The thing
for us to long for is the goodness, not the glory.

-- F.W. Faber

Today is The Holiday Concert

Today General Lake holds its Annual Holiday Concert.
Please join us on December 15 at 12:00 NOON as the staff and students celebrate the holidays with music and song. Admission is free and we are requesting a canned food good to help the Local Food Bank. It sure to be a great festive event.

Parents Learn French at General Lake

Register this Wednesday, December 14 from 4:30 -6:30
(we need a minimum of 3 registrations to start the program)
Who: Adults and Parents
What: 6 week French course beginning Wednesday, January 11 4:30-6:30pm
Cost: $60.00/person. Make cheque payable to Renfrew County District School Board (funds donated back to the school to assist our fundraising efforts)
If you have any questions or concerns, please contact Mme Nadia Haddad at haddadn@renfrew.edu.ca.

Winter Concert

Christmas is coming, and to celebrate the holidays General Lake will be holding a festive Winter Concert on Thursday, December 15 at 12:00.
Bring the whole family and share in the excitement with the staff and students at General Lake.
Happy Holidays!!!

General Lake Craft and Gift Show Kicks off the Holiday Season

General Lake Craft and Gift Show Kicks off the Holiday Season
On Saturday, November 26, General Lake Public School opened its door to the community for their very first Craft and Gift show. It was a great success, with a steady stream of visitors including parents, students and teachers beginning their holiday shopping with us. Special thanks to the Parent Council for offering this unique experience to the school. Also thank you to the vendors for offering their services. The list of vendors includes Jennifer Hennick-Scentsy, Epicure-Stacey Johnston, Melissa's Jewelry & Accessories, Lake Studio, Gold Canyon Candles, Amanda McGilligan Belliveau, Stylin Lil Stinkers, Cassabella Creations, Pampered Chef Uppercase Living- Tiffeny Holdom, Silpada-Heidi Tingley, Some Crafty Sher-Eve's Creations, The Toy Nook, Cuddle Me Blankeys, Whyte Chocolate, Discovery Toys- Lianne Galaj, Val's Crocheted Creations, The Pampered Angel Avon-Jacqueline Labao, Joann Guennette- Sock Monkeys and More, Lia Sophia Jewelry, Clips N Hips, Beyond Wonderland Creations, Just Jewelry-Elizabeth Jankovic, Partylight Shelly Philpott, Twisted Sister Art Beverly Lavesseur, Pretty Cute Hair Clips, Kay's Gifts, Perfectly Flawed Jewelry Design & Creations. Also a Big Thank you to all the businesses that donated to our Door Prize Baskets: Shelly Philpott-Partylight, Cherished Pet Gifts, Kim The Happy Crafter, Jacqueline Labao-Avon, Twisted Sister Art Bev, Discovery Toys-Lianne Galaj, Silpada Heidi Tingley, Bea Jewelled, Lake Studio, Truely Yours Hand Made Jewelry, Epicure -Stacey Johnston , John A Butler Photography, Stylin Lil Stinkers, Cassabella Creations, Sher-Eve's Creations, Scentsy-Jennifer Hennick, Gold Canyon Candles- Amanda McGilligan Belliveau, Lexi Lee Phototgraphy, Smilinfly Photography, The Pampered Angel, Melissa's~Jewelry & Accessories, Clips N Hips, The Toy Nook, Some~Crafty Perfectly Flawed~Jewelry & Creations.

Mental Health Experts Reach Out to Parents in Renfrew County

Mental Health Experts Reach Out to Parents in Renfrew County

November 28, 2011
Experts in children and youth mental health would like to invite parents in Pembroke and Renfrew County to a free information session the evening of December 6th to discuss suicide, depression, and bullying.
Renfrew County, like many other communities, struggles with these issues. Parents have many questions and want guidance. In this evening event, will provide a two-hour Q&A with a panel of experts focusing on warning signs, practical tips and “how to” talk to your teen. Audience members will be given many opportunities to be heard – they can ask questions of the panelists at the session, submit their questions in writing at the event, or pre-submit their questions on-line. There will also be opportunity for Q & A in French for those attending.
The panel discussion will be moderated by Greg Lubimiv, the Executive Director of the Phoenix Centre for Children and Families.
Members of the panel will include:
· Dr. Ian Manion: Clinical Psychologist and Executive Director of the Ontario Centre of Excellence for Child & Youth Mental Health. Dr. Manion is an internationally recognized leader in child and youth mental health, active researcher on youth depression and suicide, and co-founder of Youth Net.
· Dr. Phil Ritchie: CHEO psychologist who specializes in mood and anxiety disorders, urgent care, disaster response and helping parents build resilient teens.
· Karen Poole: Chief of Social Work at The Royal and ASIST trainer who focuses on suicide prevention.
· Dr. Tina Daniels: Associate Professor, Psychology Department, Carleton University. Dr. Daniels has developed and implemented anti-bullying programs and primary prevention programs locally and internationally. She also helped found the Ottawa Anti-bullying Coalition.
This event is brought to you by Conseil des écoles catholiques du Centre-Est, Renfrew County Catholic District School Board (RCCDSB), Renfrew County District School Board (RCDSB), and Conseil des écoles publiques de l’Est de l’Ontario (CEPEO), the Phoenix Centre for Children and Families, The Royal and The Children’s Hospital of Eastern Ontario (CHEO).
Advanced registration is recommended at http://www.cheo.on.ca/en/suicide_depression_bullying.
You can also pre-submit questions to the panellists by following this link.
Details:
When: Tuesday December 6th, 2011 6:30—8:30pm
Where: Fellowes High School (FHS)420 Bell Street, PembrokeAuditoriumFree parking


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For more information, please contact Ann Fuller, Director, Public Relations, 613-737-7600 ext 2658 or afuller@cheo.on.ca

VOW OF SILENCE NOVEMBER 30

General Lake Volleyball Teams Do Us Proud!!!

On Wednesday, November 23 the Grade 7/8 Boys Volleyball Team had their tournament at Bishop Smith Catholic High School. Cortlin Dockin, Warren Thomson, Liam Jobe, Canyen Kyle, Alex Power, Matt Wallace and Taylor Reed showed great sportsmanship throughout all six games played. They showed positive 'Laker' spirit all day and did us proud. On Thursday, November 24, the grade 7/8 Girls Volleyball Team had their tournament at Champlain Discovery Public School. Erin Stacey, Grace McLean, Taylor Sullivan-McElroy, Jade Clouthier, Madisonne Walsh, Darryl Sullivan-McElroy, Jeris Chalmers-Wein played four close games. All players represented General Lake well showing lots of school spirit and team encouragement, with lots of laughs, throughout the day.
Way to go General Lake Volleyball teams!

Vow of Silence November 30

Around the world, children are silenced because they are denied the right to education, forced to work as child labourers, or made sick becuase the water they drink is contaminated with bacteria. Free the Children’s ‘Vow of Silence’ is taking place on November 30 at General Lake Public School to raise awareness for Children’s rights.
The following is the steps your child must take to participate.
STEPS to take part
Step 1: Sign up on Monday, November 28
Step 2: Go home and research further at http://www.freethechildren.com.
Step 3: Find something black to wear
Step 4: Have something (safe) ready to put an X over your mouth (lipstick, face paint)
Step 5: Let your teachers know you will be doing this next Wednesday and will not be able to communicate (you can take notes and work on assignments but you cannot communicate with anyone)
Step 6: Pick up a fact about Child rights to put on your shirt from Ms Legault on Wednesday morning
Step 7: Participate on Wednesday by:
· Wearing black and fact
· Marking your mouth with an X
· Staying silent from communication for whole school day... Silent means NO:· Talking · No E-mail No text messaging · No phone · No sign language
NO COMMUNICATION
Step 8: Gather at the end of the day at 3:30 in front of the school on Wednesday to collectively regain your voice and debrief the day... do not communicate until we are all back together.
Step 9: Explain to your classes on Thursday What you were doing and Why...

Go silent and stand up for children's rights!

We Day This Weekend on CTV!

Watch the Inspiration of WE Day this weekend. Tune in to one of the two specials hosted by Nina Dobrev and Joe Jonas. Saturday November 26 7:00 pm CTV and Sunday November 27 7:00pm on CTV 2. Watch the one-hour We day television special that looks at special moments from both this years Toronto and Vancouver We day. Watch speeches and performances by world renowned leaders and celebrities including Craig and Marc Keilburger, Nelly Furtado, Rick Hansen and more. See if we can see any of our very own grade 7/8 students from General Lake from their September 27 visit.

People are always blaming their circumstances for what they are. I
don't believe in circumstances. The people who get on in this world
are the people who get up and look for the circumstances they want,
and, if they can't find them, make them.

-- George Bernard Shaw (1856-1950) Irish Playwright

A Record Breaking Book Fair

Thank you everyone for coming to the General Lake Book Fair and supporting our school. We made over $5400.00 in total sales, which means that your support has helped our school raise $3200.00 worth of books for our classrooms and library. A special thank-you to our parent volunteers, whose hard work and dedication made the Book Fair possible: Adele Bemister, Lorrie Lavoie, Claudia Major, Melanie Murray, Virginia Rich, Sarah Perras, Jocelyn Pachal, Cheryl Bedard and Karen White. Our appreciation also goes to our Educational Assistants, Robin Van hoof, Sherry Blaedow, Sherry Priebe, and Chris Kinney who volunteered on interview day. One last thank you to the organizers of the event, our very own teachers, Mrs. Jean Robillard, Mme Katherine Kossatz, and Mme Katie Ouellette. Congratulations also to Braedon Pachal from Mme Turgeon's class who was the winner of the Family Event Door Prize of $25.00 in books for his family, as well as $25.00 in books for the classroom.

The work an unknown good man has done is like a vein of water flowing
hidden underground, secretly making the ground green.

-- Thomas Carlyle (1795-1881) Scottish Writer

General Lake Craft and Gift Show.

General Lake Public School welcomes everyone to the up and coming Craft and Gift Show this Saturday, November 26, 2011 10:00am until 4:00pm. $1.00 per adult and kids are free. Entrance fee donated to the school. Door Prizes to be won.

Caribou Math Competition at General Lake

On November 16, 2011 students from Grade 3 to 8 participated in the online Caribou Math Competition for the second time this year. Here is our top students for this month: In grade 7/8: Matt Hare (1st); Jada McInnis (2nd); and Brianna Pomeroy (3rd). In Grade 5/6: Gabe Layden (1st); Jenna Gaumond (2nd); Kale Robbins (3rd); and David Caron (4th). In Grade 3/4: Bethany Marquardt (1st);Rebecca McDonald (2nd); Nikko Easter (3rd); and Taylor Sheppard (4th). Congratulations to all of our students for working hard and demonstrating their best effort in completing the test. Practise tests are available at http://www.brocku.ca/caribou/practice_test_login.php. Our next scheduled competition is Wednesday, January 18th, 2012. Registration forms available from Ms. Legault.

MARIA HAWKINS WOWS GENERAL LAKE

General Lake stands up to bullying

What an absolutely spectacular week at General Lake with our Anti-bullying Campaign. Students in Grade 7 and 8 classes led the initiative conducting mini-workshops to all the classes about the problem of bullying. Daily announcements filled the airways about the importance of standing up when you see someone being bullied and posters fom Mme Yakabuskie's and Mme De Abreu's class filled the halls with a clear message that bullying hurts. Teachers reinforced the message in their daily lessons in the classes and students participated in an art activity promoting the message that our 'hands do not hurt'. During an assembly on Thursday, teachers and students raised their right hand and took the Peace Pledge together promising to promote peace and understanding and create a safe environment in our school. For a grand finale, parents and students attended a special performance by entertainer Maria Hawkins provided by the Parent Council. We even had a visit from our Superintendant Ms. Debra Rantz solidifying the message that we can have fun and not have anyone hurting. It was truly an inspirational week and sure to be the beginning of a powerful stand together the community has made. Thank you to everyone for making this day possible. Together we can Be the Change!

POSITIVE QUOTE OF THE DAY

Too many people overvalue what they are not and undervalue what they
are.

-- Malcolm Forbes (1919-1990) American Publisher

Nov 3 Newsletter Items

PRINCIPAL’S MESSAGE

Excellence in Teaching and Learning

Research shows that one of the most educationally powerful connections on improving student achievement is the alignment of the parent and teacher intervention. To this end, we would like to share with you our goals for this year.
At General Lake Public School, we have been working hard to help students become better at learning. By setting clear goals and showing students exactly what success looks like (both in writing and by showing examples), we are helping students to focus and to think about their learning. Descriptive feedback specifically tells students what to do as a next step. Descriptive feedback can come from teachers or peers. The ultimate goal is for students to reflect on their own learning and determine their next steps.

PARENT/TEACHER INTERVIEWS
The fall progress report will be sent home on Monday, November 14th. The Parent/Teacher Interviews will be held on Frida,y November 18. At this time, your child’s teacher would like the opportunity to meet with you to discuss his/her progress and to set goals for the remainder of the school year

Operation Snowsuit
Starting immediately, General Lake will be collecting new and/or gently used snowsuits and footwear on behalf of the Renfrew County Child Poverty Action Network. Students may bring in clean and in good repair snowsuits and footwear so we may ensure that every child living in our community has appropriate clothing and footwear for our severe Canadian winter. We will be collecting until November 30.

General Lake School Council Update

The General Lake School Council would like to Thank everyone for their participation in our Lamontagne Fall Fundraiser. We are extremely pleased to announce that we sold over $8,800 in merchandise, with 50 percent coming back to the school as profit. A very special Thank you to three of our top sellers : Liam Walcott, first place seller; Ethan Lebourveau, second place seller; and Madison Spitzig, third place seller.
~The General Lake School Council would like to invite you to a Family Night on ~November 17th to participate in an awesome concert by the Blues Lady Madame Maria Hawkins.
We look forward to seeing you on November 17th.
Next meeting will be Monday, Nov 7 @ 6:00pm in the School library.
Keep sending your Moncion receipts.
Remember to have them stamped.
Thank you!

Do we have mathematicians in our school?

Do we have mathematicians in our school?

Every individual has an inner mathematician hidden inside themselves waiting to be let loose. Children are born mathematicians and constantly seek to construct knowledge as they interact with their environment and with others. As adults, it is important that we treat our children as mathematicians. Here are some helpful hints for all adults, parents, teachers, included:

1. Mathematics problems take time and children who are afforded this time begin to think as mathematicians.

2. Children need to be allowed to use their own method to solve a problem; there are many ways to arrive at a solution.

3. Children become excited by their own thinking ability.

4. Problems can have more than one solution and many different ways to arrive at a solution.

5. Social interaction promotes the development of young mathematicians because they are required to prove their answer and all the steps they used to arrive at the answer.

6. Math is not in the manipulative, it is in the child’s mind.

At General Lake, we will be actively promoting our mathematicians throughout the current school year and encourage parents to at home. We will endeavour to provide additional information and helpful hints that will support you as parents to develop this 21st century skill.

GENERAL LAKE STUDENT ON HER WAY TO KENYA

Sarah Anne McGarry, a student at our own General Lake Public School, has been invited to take part in an exciting Leadership and Volunteer program in Kenya. The program is hosted by Me to We Trips. Me to We Trips is dedicated to helping young people realize their full potential through leadership, education and development. Sarah will have the opportunity to volunteer in the local community and make a difference in the lives of others. Volunteer opportunities include: school-building or working on a Free the Children development project such as clean water, teaching in the classroom, and playing and interacting and meeting children and community member in rural communities. The cost of her trip is almost $5000.00 which includes all expenses, airfare, guides to ensure safety, accommodations and meals. Through generous sponsors, she has collected around $2700.00. You can read more about the trips at www.metowe.com/trips. Sarah will be leaving for Kenya in late July, 2012. Congratulations Sarah on embarking on such a noble cause.

General Lake Book Fair

The Scholastic Book Fair is coming to our school. What better way to promote reading to our students than by supporting this important literary event.
We invite your entire family to participate by purchasing the latest and greatest in children’s books. Did you know that every $10.00 you spend at the Fair up to $6.00 goes directly back to our school? Your support of this vital fundraiser is key to our obtaining new books and resources for our library and classrooms.
You’ll find hundreds of quality books at our Book Fair with a wide assortment for all reading levels. Watch for the Book flyer that provides a few of the many books available to purchase at our Fair.
The flyer also contains a special Family Event Draw ballot that parents can deposit at the fair. You could win $50 in books -$25 for your family PLUS $25 for your child’s classroom!
Mark your calendars! Hope to see you there!

Bookfair Dates/Times: Monday, November 14 to Friday, November 18 from 9:20 am until 4:15 pm. Thursday, November 17th 5:00 pm to 6:00pm.
Location: Library

Our Heroes Bulletin Board

As part of our Remembrance Day Activities, we encourage students to complete a 5 X 4 card with the following information related to a family member or friend who has served in the military to be placed on our bulletin board. You are welcome to add a photo or decorate as you wish. Please return by Friday November 4, 2011. Thank-you Ms. Legault
This Remembrance Day I wish to honour:

______________________________________
(person's name)

Student’s Name:

_____________________________________

Remembrance Day Contest

Remembrance Contest: Entries due to Ms. Legault by November 3
For many, many years, The Royal Canadian Legion has sponsored the Annual Literary and Poster Contest that is open to all Canadian school children. The youths that participate in the contest assist the Legion in one of our primary goals – fostering the tradition of Remembrance amongst Canadians.
The contest is divided into four categories:
Primary (Poster Contest only) – grades 1,2 and 3;
Junior – grades 4, 5 and 6;
Intermediate – grades 7, 8 and 9; and
Senior – grades 10, 11, 12.
Initial judging takes place at the community level by volunteers at local Legion branches and the winning entries progress to judging at the Provincial level. The winning entries at this level are forwarded to Ottawa where they are judged and the National winners declared. The names and work of all the National winners are published.
The Poster Contest has two divisions — Colour and Black & White. The winning entries for the four categories (school grades) are displayed at the Canadian War Museum from 1 July to 1 May of the following year. The second place winners and any receiving an Honourable Mention are displayed in the foyer of the House of Commons during the annual Remembrance period in November.
The senior winning entries in the Essay and Poetry contests are also displayed at the Canadian War Museum during the same period.
The Legion also sponsors a trip to Ottawa for the Senior Winners in the four contests (two poster, essay and poetry) to attend the National Remembrance Day Service where they place a wreath on behalf of the youth of Canada. They also have an opportunity to meet and visit with the Governor General.
Students may enter as many contests as they wish to but may submit only one entry for each category.


Fo more information see Ms. Legault or www.legion.ca/Poppy/contests

Bullying Awareness Week November 14-18

Bullying Awareness Week

HELP FOR HALLOWEEN

General Lake needs your help. In the past Mrs. Marquardt and her grade 7/8 class have organized a wonderful Halloween Haunted House for all the students to enjoy. Unfortunately this year, after she made plans with the students, they discover decided to spread the word to gather the much needed items to make this event possible. If you can donate/lend any of the following we would really appreciate it:

witches brooms 3

tombstones

spotlights

extension cords

scary lights

witches cauldron

assorted extra costume pieces -capes, hats, wigs

Easy set up tents to make a tunnel

sheets for draping and coverage

lighting strings of halloween lights

various halloween decorations skeletons/pumpkins/bats/cobwebs/scary pictures (the kind that show bones when you walk by)

anything else you can donate would be appreciated

All items must be into the school by Tuesday/Wednesday. Students will set up on Thursday. The haunted house will take place on Friday. Thanks for your help.

Photo Orders Due

PHOTO ORDERS DUE OCTOBER 20. LATE FEES APPLY FOR LATE ORDERS. PHOTO RETAKES ON NOVEMBER 2, 2011

Fund raising orders due

Just a reminder all fund raising orders are due back to General Lake on Tuesday, October 18, 2011. Thanks for your support.

Fundraising Meeting Tomorrow

Parents,

Just a reminder the Parent Council Fundraising Committee Meeting is tomorrow, Monday, October 17, at 6:00pm.

ARE YOU READY FOR THE 2011 WASTE-FREE LUNCH CHALLENGE GENERAL LAKE?

On October 17th to the 21st General Public school will be participating in the Waste-free Lunch Challenge. Students at General Lake are encouraged to bring their lunch in recyclable containers to help promote awareness of reducing, reusing and recycling. The challenge is sponsored by the Recycling Council of Ontario in partnership with Metro Ontario and Tetra Pak Canada. Thanks to Mrs. Ferguson for bringing this initiative to our school. Listen for more details to follow about this exciting adventure.

Board Logo Contest

New RCDSB Logo and Motto Information Sheet

Students at General Lake are invited to submit ideas for a new Board Logo and motto. Winner will receive an IPAD.

Currently, our board logo is a composition of our geographical area, graduation diploma and mortarboard (academic cap).

We would like you to come up with a new board logo that represents the attributes of our school board’s new vision and mission statements.

Our vision statement describes our goals and our values: “The Renfrew County District School Board celebrates the unique contributions of each individual and cultivates an environment that values imagination and innovation. We guide and support our students as they consider the evolving opportunities of the 21st century and discover their own pathways to success.”

Our mission statement describes our purpose: “The Renfrew County District School Board works together to create outstanding educational experiences that honour the uniqueness of each individual.”

Be creative and use images that reflect educational values that will last well into the future.

Motto:

“Education for life, opportunities for all” is the current board motto.

Some ideas are: “Where the future begins” “Dream, Learn, Succeed!”

Create a phrase that is catchy, not too lengthy, and reflects our new mission and vision statements (see above).

The winners of the competition will be awarded a 16GB iPad 2 and the competition will close on December 23, 2011. Please submit all entries to the Director’s Office, 1270 Pembroke Street West, Pembroke, Ontario K8A 4G4 or by email to mcintyres@renfrew.edu.on.ca. We wish all competitors luck and thank students for their participation.

Newsletter October 6, 2011

Learn, succeed … etudier, grandir

General Lake Public School

October 5, 2011

Excellence in Teaching and Learning

The Education Quality and Accountability Office (EQAO) tests students’ skills in reading, writing and mathematics at key points in their elementary-school education. The following results indicate this year’s percentage of students at, or above, the provincial standard as well as those at the board level.

	Reading	Writing	Mathematics
	School	Board	School	Board	School	Board
Primary	68	60	75	65	66	66
Junior	76	68	66	62	62	51

Safe, Respectful, Responsible and Caring Environment

Every year we follow a number of strategies designed to keep our students safe. For example we have three fire drills before Christmas and three fire drills after March Break. The whole will be starting to practice the fire drills. We also have a “Lockdown” practice twice a year. During this time teachers are directed to “secure their classes”. The children sit on the floor, the doors are locked and every one has to be silent until administration announces “all clear” and we go back to our normal routines. Fire drills and lockdowns are part of our normal safety precautions and have been part of our routine for several years. Policies such as limiting access to the school through the front entrance and not allowing adults other than staff in the yard are also part of our concern for the safety of our students.

Our fall fundraiser has begun and once again we will be selling gifts from Lamontagne. Lamontagne has once again raised our profits to 50% in support of our troops. Remember to check out the other catalogues for other ideas at HYPERLINK "http://www.lamontagne.ca" www.lamontagne.ca under the order-taker catalogues button. We raised $6000.00 last year and are hoping to meet this goal once again. All orders and monies are due Tuesday Oct. 18 th.

A reminder to send in your Moncion receipts over $25.00. ~ Moncion’s will donate 1% of sales to the school from the receipts. The receipts must be stamped at the time of purchase and be from the Petawawa store location.

We would ask that all parents wanting to pick up their child at the end of the day to wait in the front foyer in order not to disturb the instructional time.

What a Team!

Under the direction of Coach Mme Bernardin and Coach Mme Gibson, students from General Lake are tearing up the track as they train hard for the 2 km run on October at Hugli's Blueberry Farm. General Lake supports the True Sport Movement, declaring that we say Yes to the principles that promote good sport and No to negative attitudes and actions such as bullying, cheating, and violence. Our Cross Country athletes display these positive attributes daily by encouraging and cheering on their team mates, training hard, being fair and having fun. Congratulations to all the athletes for always striving to be their best and special thanks to the teachers for their support. Go Team Go!!!!

ELECTRONIC DEVICES

It is strongly recommended that all electronic devices (such as, but not limited to cell phones, cameras, mp3 and video players, and e-games) remain at home. Should a child choose, at his/her own risk, to bring such a device to school, it should be powered off and and placed in the student’s backpack upon entering the school and remain unused . When the school day is complete, the device should remain powered off until the student has left the school property. Any improper use will result in confiscation by the office. It will be returned to the student at the end of the day. Repeated offence will result in confiscation and will be returned to the parent/guardian ONLY. Due to Safe Schools, privacy and anti-bullying legislation, taking pictures, videos or text messaging with any device is strictly prohibited on school property.

Student Verification Forms

Your child’s student verification form has been sent home. We would ask that you kindly review the emergency contacts listed on the form and make any necessary changes. The office requests that all forms be returned by October 15, 2010 so we can update our records. If no changes are needed, please indicate that on the form as you are returning it.

A CLASS FULL OF CHARACTER CHAMPIONS AT GENERAL LAKE

Congratulations to Mrs. Ferguson's Grade 4/5 class for demonstrating good character particularly in showing responsibility in our school. Every Friday students from this class patrol the halls undertaking the enormous and sometime messy job of emptying, sorting and disposing of all the blue bin contents in our school. To have good character, we have to do more than say we are responsible. We must take action. Responsible people take care of themselves as well as others and can always be counted on to do the right thing, even when the right thing is hard to do. Thanks to Ms. Ferguson's class for being such responsible leaders in our school.

Visitor’s Protocol

As a safety precaution, and to avoid the disruption and interruption of the learning environment, we will continue to follow the protocol below for all visitors to the school, including parents.

All visitors must report to the office. Visitors who need to go beyond the office into the school population will be given identification badges to wear and will be required to sign the visitor’s log and indicate the reason for the visit.

Parents picking up children at the school will be asked to wait at the office, lobby area, or outside where students exit.

Appointments to visit a classroom or meet a teacher should be made ahead of time at a mutually agreeable time.

Entrances, except the main entrance will be locked at all times.

Habit of Mind for October is:

Optimism

If you can imagine it you can achieve it. If you can dream it, you can become it.

William Arthur Ward

Ned Show Fills General Lake with Laughter

On October 12 at 12:45 the gymnasium at General Lake was filled with laughter as performer Melanie entertained the students with both her talented yo-yo tricks, balloon tying, and hilarious antics. Her message was very positive inspiring the students to Never give up, Encourage others, and Do your best. The performance was offered free of charge with the understanding that the school offer their products for sale for five days following the performance. More information about the performance is available at www.theNEDshow.com. Definitely a wonderful way to end a particularly busy day at General Lake.

Caribou Math Competition

On Wednesday, October 12 many students at General Lake participated in an on-line Math competition called Caribou Cup brought to us by Brock University. The Caribou Mathematics Competition is a Canada wide free online contest that is held on six days in a school year, 2011/12 in its fourth year. On each of these days a contest is offered for each of the age groups of grades 3/4, 5/6, and 7/8. Contests are provided in both English and French. The goals of the program are a/ to provide challenging math activities for interested Grade 3-8 students in Canada and b/to show that mathematical puzzles can be fun and that competing in mathematical contests can be exciting. Under the supervision of Mrs. Stencil, Ms Legault and Mme Lacelle students completed a range of questions. The results were tallied and the top four students in grade 4-6 division were 1st Jenna Gaumond, 2nd Gabe Layden, 3rd Kale Robins and 4th David Caron. In grade 7/8 division, Matt Hare came in 1st, Brianna Pomeroy 2nd, Erin Stacey 3rd, and Jada McInnis 4th. In the grade 3/4 division first place went to Connor Stencil, second place to Nikko Easter, third place to Abigail Dyer and fourth place to Bethany Marquardt. Thanks again to all the students for participating and special thanks to Mrs. Stencil for organizing this event. The next competition is scheduled for Wednesday, November 16th. Any other students interested in participating may sign up. Forms available on the Math bulletin Board by the office. Practise tests are available at the website http://www.brocku.ca/caribou/

Student Vote Results

On Wednesday, October 5 , the Gr. 4/5/6 students in Mme Yakabuskie and Mme DeAbreu’s classes held a student voting day at General Lake. Almost 150 students in our school voted, and John Yakabuski of the PC Party won with 44% of the vote.

Across the province, over 2,800 schools and 320,000 students voted. The NDP won with 41 seats and 27% of the vote, followed very closely by the Liberals with 39 seats and 26% of the vote.

The results for the official election were both similar and different from the student vote. Just like in our school, John Yakabuski of the PC Party was elected in our riding with 71% of the vote. He will be representing this area as the MPP at Queen’s Park in Toronto.

On the other hand, unlike the students across Ontario who voted in the NDP, it was the Liberals who got the highest number of votes in the actual election. The Liberal leader, Dalton McGuinty, will continue to be Ontario’s premier.

Thank you to all of the classes who participated in our Student Vote day. We hope that everyone had fun and learned something about elections in Ontario. A special thank you to Mme Yakabuski and Mme De Abreu for leading our school in this initiative.

HALLOWEEN FOR HUNGER

Food Drive at General Lake

Hunger is the most extreme form of poverty where individuals and families cannot meet their most basic need for food. In an effort to think globally and act locally through our Free the Children We day promise, General Lake Public School has joined this worldwide effort to alleviate hunger and to support our local food banks. On Halloween, October 31st, students from General Lake Public School will be asking for non perishable and canned goods instead of candy. Students, parents and members of the community are also encouraged to begin bringing in donations of canned goods before Halloween. The Halloween for Hunger food campaign gathers community efforts and strengthens the capacity of local food banks. Together we can make a difference. Thanks for your support. Ms. Legault

Halloween for Hunger

As part of the 'We day' experience Grade 7 and 8 students are organizing a Food Drive. Instead of trick or treating for candy, students will be collecting canned good for the local food bank. Parents can help by either sending canned foods to the school before Halloween or by being ready with their non-perishables when the students come to their door. Our backyard is filled with leaders of social change. Through passion and shameless idealism, young people are always on the forefront of social change. General Lake students are part of this change. Thanks for your support in this initiative.

Parent Symposium October 22, 2011

General Lake School Council Monday October 3, 2011

Parent Symposium – October 22, 2011

The RCDSB Parent Involvement Committee is hosting its 5th Annual “Achieving As One” Symposium on Saturday, October 22nd at Fellowes High School starting at 9:00 am. The Keynote Speaker will be Dyan Eybergen. Dyan is a renowned clinical psychologist and motivational speaker and her keynote address will be on the adolescent journey in today’s fast-paced world. The symposium will offer parents a variety of workshops including: restorative justice practices for students, Homework Help Program for secondary students, and Healthy Eating: A Public Health Perspective.

Registration coming soon at: http://pic.renfrew.edu.on.ca/

RCDSB Launches Logo / Motto Contest

The Renfrew County District School Board has launched a logo and motto contest to its students effective September 26, 2011. Superintendent Debra Rantz - a key facilitator in the development of the new vision and mission statements for the board - stated,“We believe in the talents of our students and look for their inspirations in creating a new image for the board”. Recent changes to the geographical boundaries of the Board as a result of the amalgamation of the former school authorities (Whitney Public School and Madawaska Public School) as well as a new strategic plan for the Board has resulted in the need for a new corporate image for the RCDSB. The competition is open to students of all ages and entries must be submitted to the director’s office by December 23, 2011. The winner will receive a new 16GB iPad 2. Students can receive more information about the contest at their respective schools and on the board website.

Board Hires New Communication Officer

Board Hires New Communication officer named Jake Davies who will start his employment with the board on Tuesday, October 11, 2011. This is a new position for the RCDSB and is a part of its strategic plan to help with communication between staff, students and parents.

Waste Free Lunch October 17 -21

General Lake Making a Change

On September 27 students from General Lake Public School headed to Toronto to attend the 5th Annual We Day at the Air Canada Centre. Students were inspired by presentations and performances by Marc and Craig Kielburger, Shawn Desmond, Danny Glover, Nelly Furtado, Mary Robinson, City and Colour, Rick Hansen, Kardinal, Patch Adams, Waneek Horn-Millor, Joe Jonas, Nina Dobrev, Neverest, Nikki Yanofsky, Spencer West, the cast of Degrassi, Michel Chikwanine, Robin Wiszowaty and Classified. Participating in this awesome experience with teachers Mme Haddad and Ms. Legault were students Dominic Plamondon, JadaMcInnis, Melora Twomey, Mathew Hare, Brianna Pommeroy, Sydney Robinson, Zoey Scott, Erin Stacey, Jeris Chalmers-Wein, Jade Clouthier, Katie Williams, and Sarah McGarry. The cost of their trip included a promise to take action both locally and globally. As their first action they will be collecting for Hunger for Halloween. Instead of collecting candy, students will be asking for food donations for the local food bank. Watch for more information in the next few weeks. General Lake Public School is definitely making a change.

Oct 5-11 National Family Week from the PMFRC

Please join the Canadian Association of Family Resource Programs (FRP Canada), together with our National Family Week Partners, as we Jump into Family Fun! during National Family Week, October 5-11, 2009. Events include swimming, rock climbing, yoga,skating, mend a bear, pyjama party. For more information please call FRP Canada’s toll-free number (1-866-637-7226) or check the National Family Week website at www.frp.ca/nfw for some great ideas from our National Family Week partners.

FOR MORE INFORMATION
Call PMFRC Information Services at (613) 687-7587 ext. 3222

Fall Fundraiser

Fall Fundraiser: La Montagne Collection 2011

September 28, 2011

Dear Parents / Guardians,

As parents and teachers, we all want our children to achieve success both in school and beyond. This is why we are asking for your assistance and support for this fundraising ‘’Lamontagne Collection 2011’’ campaign.

Every penny…every dollar… we raise is important! All Proceeds to go towards programs in our school.

Here are some tips to help make this project a huge success:

*Offer the Lamontagne Collection 2011 brochure to all your friends, co-workers, neighbours and family.

*Keep safety a priority: Never allow children to solicit orders door-to-door unless accompanied by a responsible adult guardian.

*Keep all orders forms in the collection envelope provided and make all cheques payable to General Lake Public School. All orders due by October 18, 2011

** THANK YOU FOR YOUR CONTINUED SUPPORT **

If you have any questions, please contact the Parent Council through the school (613-687-2404)

HOT LUNCH FORM TO BE RETURNED MON OCT 3

In response to the new healthy food legislation, PPM 150, the General Lake Parent Council is proud to introduce our new healthy cheese pizza from Pizza Pizza and our chicken pita (child sized) from Madameek for our Friday hot lunch program. An order form went home with the students today, September 23 and should be returned by Monday October 3. Thank you for your continuous support.

RCDSB Provincial All Candidates' Meeting

During the Renfrew County District School Board's monthly Board meeting on Monday, September 26, 2011, provincial candidates from the Renfrew-Nipissing-Pembroke riding have been invited to participate in an "All Candidates Meeting".

Candidates will be asked questions from the Board of Trustees and Senior Administration relating to educational issues and challenges that are of significance both provincially and locally.

The public is welcome to attend this event held at the RCDSB Board office at 1270 Pembroke Street West, Pembroke starting at 7:00PM.

September 14, 2011 Newsletter

Welcome to the 2011– 2012 school year!
The staff of General Lake Public School trust that you had a relaxing summer and look forward to a year full of wonderful learning experiences.
We would like to welcome and introduce the newest members of our team: Ms. Graham is teaching Core English, Ms. Ferguson is teaching in the grade 4/5 class, Mrs. Williams will be the SERT teacher, Mrs. De Abreu- grade 4/5 Immersion, Mrs. Yakabuskie- grade 5/6 Immersion and Ms. Haddad in the grade 7/8 Immersion and Mrs. Angela Green is our new School Support Counselor. Also joining our team in the capacity of Student Success coach is Mrs. Richards. We would also like to wish a warm welcome to Ms. Deborah Legault who is our new Vice Principal this year.
A very special thank you to Ms. Cobus and her custodial staff who expertly prepared our school over the summer!!!

We look forward to meeting everyone on Wednesday September 21 from 4:30 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. during our Open House (details on page 2)

Safe, Responsible and Caring Environment
Safe Arrival - The Ministry of Education has instituted a Safe Arrival Policy for students at school. This means that when a student is absent, we require notification of the absence. If the school does not receive notification when a student is absent, a telephone call will be made to the student’s home to determine the reason for the absence. You can greatly assist us by telephoning the school or informing the teacher of the absence. If the child’s absence is planned due to an appointment or other commitment, please record it in the agenda. Thank you for your support.

ANAPHYLAXIS ALERT

General Lake Public School is a peanut and nut reduced facility. Please take this into account when planning your child’s lunches. Parents are encouraged to become familiar with reading food labels as you shop (a snack-idea list with some “safe” products and “not safe” products will be available to help you in selecting food items). We ask parents to avoid sending foods containing traces of peanuts/nuts/oils when making lunches. We thank you in advance for your cooperation in ensuring a safe environment for all students in our school.
Daily Schedule
9:00 Yard supervision begins
Please do not arrive at school before 9:00
9:20 Bell Rings (Student entry)
9:20 – 11:20 Instructional Time
11:20 – 12:00 Nutritional Break
12:00 2:00 Instructional Time
2:00 – 2:40 Nutritional Break
2:40 – 3:40 Instructional Time
3:40 Dismissal Bell

Staff Directory

Principal Ms. Lacelle
Vice Principal Ms. Legault
Secretary Ms. Gaudette
Assistant Ms. Lee
Kindergarten Ms. Mahon Rm 10
Grade 1/2 Ms. Robillard Rm 07
Grade 2/3 Ms. Norman Rm 06
Grade 4/5 Ms. Ferguson Rm 20
Grade 5/6 Mrs. Langille Rm 18
Grade 7/8 Ms. Marquardt Rm 16

French Immersion

Kindergarten Mme Ouellette Rm 22
Mme Spencer Rm 27
Grade 1 Mme Gibson Rm 23
Grade 1 Mme Malette Rm 09
Grade 2 Mme Kossatz Rm 24
Grade 2/3 Mme Turgeon Rm 25
Grade 3 /4 Mme Bernardin Rm 26
Grade 4/5 Mme De Abreu Rm 11
Grade 5/6 Mme Yakabuskie Rm 12
Grade 7/8 Mme Haddad Rm 14

Special Education Ms. O’Donnell Rm 08
Ms. Williams Rm 19
Ms. Hiltz Rm 19
Core French Mme Grant Rm 05
Core English Ms. Graham Rm 03
Student Success Coach Mrs. Richards

Educational Assistants Ms. Blaedow
Ms. Priebe
Ms. Kinney
Ms. Russelle
Ms. Van Hoof
Mrs. Abbott

Support Counsellor Mrs. Green

Custodians Ms. Cobus
Mr. McCulloch
Ms. Popkie

PLANNERS

All our grade 1 – 8 students receive planners. Organizational skills will be major focus at General Lake once again this year and the planner is our main tool. Teachers will enable students to use the planner to learn to schedule and set priorities. The planner is also our main communication tool between school and home. Please send notes in the planner and check daily for communications from your child’s teacher and notes of homework that should be completed. This valuable tool is available at a cost of $8.00 each (Family rate $16.00). You may send your money as soon as possible to the classroom teacher.




Important Information re: Bussing
Transportation inquiries regarding school attendance boundaries, bus routes, or bus pick up locations and/or times should now be directed to the address and telephone number below:
Renfrew County
Joint Transportation Consortium
999 Cecelia St.
Pembroke, ON K8B 1A4
Telephone Number: 613-732-8419
Fax Number: 613-732-2874
Web Site: www.rcjtc.on.ca
Email: trans@rcjtc.on.ca (inquiry to include as many pertinent details as possible, i.e. student name, route #, school, contact information, etc.)

MEDICATION
Medication of any kind cannot be administered at the school unless a parent fills out a Consent Form for the Administration of Health Service and/or Prescribed Medication. This form is available at the office. Parents must fill out a new form every school year, so if your child was receiving medication last year and you have not filled out a form you should do so a.s.a.p. NO medication will be given to a child without this form.




NUTRITION BREAK
There are two opportunities for students to eat during the school day: morning and afternoon. Students are to bring healthy food each day. Milk (white or chocolate) is sold each day at nutrition breaks for 50 cents. Please avoid nut products as some of our classrooms are nut free zones.
All food is to be eaten in the classroom. No food is to be eaten outside. “Garbage-less” lunches are encouraged. Students are expected to remain seated while eating and leave their spots tidy at the end of lunch. Carbonated soft drinks are strongly discouraged.

General Lake School Council – Parent Association

Education is a partnership involving parents, students, and staff. When parents are involved in their children’s education, the level of student achievement increases. The role of the General Lake School Council – Parent Association is to work together with the school staff to improve the school community and learning opportunities. Some activities from previous years include fundraising for special events, drama and music presentations, hot lunches, and parent information nights. All parents are welcome to attend meetings.

The first meeting will be on :
Wednesday, September 21st at 6:00 p.m.
(after the Open House) in the school library. Elections will be held at this time. All parents are encouraged to attend.

ELECTRONIC DEVICES
We strongly recommend that all electronic devices (such as, but not limited to, cell phones, cameras, mp3 and video players, and e-games) remain at home. Should a child choose, at his/her own risk, to bring such a device to school, it should be powered off and remain unused and placed in the student’s backpack upon entering the school. When the school day is complete, the device should remain powered off until off school property. Any improper use will result in confiscation by the office. It will be returned to the student at the end of the day. Repeated offence will result in confiscation and will be returned to the parent/guardian ONLY. Due to Safe Schools, privacy and anti-bullying legislation, taking pictures, videos or text messaging with any device is strictly prohibited on school property.

SIGN-IN POLICY
As a safety precaution, and to avoid the disruption and interruption of the learning environment, we will continue to follow the protocol below for all visitors to the school, including parents.
· All visitors/parents must report to the office. Visitors who need to go beyond the office into the school population will be given identification badges to wear and will be required to sign the visitor’s log and indicate the reason for the visit.
· Parents picking up children at the school will be asked to wait at the office in the parent waiting area.
· Appointments to visit a classroom or meet a teacher should be made ahead of time at a mutually agreeable time.
· Entrances, except the main entrance will be locked at all times. Please note that we are anticipating the installation of a door bell system at the front door, so please stay tuned for further information.

Three cheers for General Lake!

Hip hip hooray for General Lake for organizing a school-wide cheer on Friday, September 16, 2011 to show their school spirit, as well as promote awareness of the principles of True Sport. Wearing their favourite team jerseys for National Jersey Day, staff and students gathered outside on the playground to recognize National Sports Week. Under the direction of the grade 7/8 school leaders. people for kilometers around could hear the students chant and "get on up, give a scream, shout it out for their great team...Go General Lake! More information about True Sport can be found at www.truesport.ca

Head Lice

Just a reminder that this is the season for head lice. Please carefully check the head of your child regularly. See information provided from the Health Unit or at http://stmarysdr.rccdsb.edu.on.ca/files/2010/07/Head-Lice-Protocol.pdf. Tea tree oil can be purchased at the drugstore. A few drops of this product in your regular shampoo works well as an on-going preventative solution. Products available at the drugstore such as Resultz are effective at killing the live lice, but careful examination and prudent removal of the nits is necessary. With you assistance we can keep this problem under control.

National Sports Week: September 16 School wide Activity

National Sports Week SEPTEMBER 16 SCHOOL WIDE ACTIVITY

Join with us at General Lake to recognize National Sport Week on Friday, September 16, 2011 by wearing your favourite team jersey. Also join us at 2:45 pm outside as we give a big cheer for our school. Classes will be partnered up with a couple of 7/8 leaders. These leaders will guide the students in creating their own class cheer. Students will then give out their biggest loudest cheer for our school. Individuals who have created their own cheer will also have an opportunity to give a scream and let it out for the number one team....GO LAKERS

When: September 27

Where: Air Canada Centre

Who: 18,000 youth, educators and friends

Why: To inspire and celebrate the youth movement for global change

Join the movement www.facebook.com/weday

Grade 7/8 Immersion students at General Lake are joining thousands of youth in attending WE Day in Toronto. The students will be participating in this energizing day long event to educate them on social issues and engage them in world changing action. You can view more information on HYPERLINK "http://www.weday.com" www.weday.com. We have tickets for the event. More information will follow about this event, including the cost involved for the hotel. General Lake is very proud to be able to offer this life changing opportunity for the students and hope you will support us in this endeavour.

GLPA Meeting

General Lake GLPA meeting will be held on Monday, September 12 at 4:00. All are welcome to attend and discuss the up and coming 'Meet the Teacher' event. Children are welcome to attend with their parents as well. On September 21, 2011 the first Parent Council Meeting will take place at 6:00 pm after the 'Meet the Teacher' Event. Elections for the various positions will be held at this time.

Peace Begins with Me

PEACE BEGINS WITH ME

If Peace begins with me,

Then I solemnly promise

To promote peace here at school

In what I say and what I do.

I’ll begin with respect

By not allowing rumors to spread

Not gossiping or name-calling

Giving insults or rude remarks.

I’ll support those who are targets

And restrain myself from fighting

While expecting others to do the same.

I’ll be an example by doing the right thing.

Should I forget or decide not to keep the peace,

I promise to correct any mistakes and agree

To ask forgiveness and begin again,

Because peace begins with me.

Moncion Receipts

The GLPA would like to remind everyone to continue saving their Moncion Receipts and bringing them into the school. Cashiers will stamp the back of your receipt with a minimum purchase of $25.00. Be sure to ask the clerk to stamp them, then return the receipts with your child. These receipts provide a valuable source of groceries for the GLPA and their fundraising efforts.

Welcome to our Blog

Welcome to our blog of General Lake Public School. My name is Ms. Debbie Legault and I am fortunate to be the acting Vice Principal at General Lake. In an effort to keep everyone informed of all the events and happenings in our large school I have started this blog to post things regularly that may be of interest to our community. It is just the beginning and I welcome all feedback to making it more useful. If you have news you think may be of interest to the blog followers please email it to me at legaultd@renfrew.edu.on.ca. Thank you and I look forward to hearing all your comments, as well as working with you to help our children be successful