Good Evening Deb Legault here with your weekly update from General Lake Public School. We had a wonderful opening last Tuesday as the students were welcomed into their classes. Students, staff and parents were happy to be back into the routine and welcoming the opportunity to renew their commitment to make a positive change. Building strong character is a number one priority at General Lake, as well as promoting a healthy and safe lifestyle.
The RCDSB have changed to a five day cycle instead of following the Mon to Friday model. You will notice this change on the weekly schedule sent given by teachers. Therefore we began on Day 1 so this Monday is Day 5; Tuesday is Day 1; Wednesday is Day 2; Thursday is Day 3 and Friday will be Day 4. In the event of a holiday, PA Day or Snow day it will be Day 0 and the next day will be the regularly scheduled day so no day is missed. It will take a little getting use to, but I am confident once things get rolling we will adjust.
Agenda's have arrived for our Grade 1-8 students. We encourage all parents to review the opening pages for important information about our school. Also it is important to check the agenda daily as it provides communication for parent and school, as well as an organizational tool for important dates and assignments.
This week the Cross Country Events begin at our school promoting an active healthy lifestyle for all ages. Students in grades 4-8 who signed up for the cross country run will be meeting Mme Cathy Monday , Wednesday and Friday for their training session at 8:30. Students are reminded to bring a water bottle and to have running shoes. This is a competitive event so students are expected to be at all practices rain or shine. Some cuts may have to be made as we get closer to the event.
On Tuesday and Thursday it is my Fun Run at 8:30. Parents, staff and students are welcome to join me as we take a few laps around the yard. This is non-competitive and meant to promote healthy lifestyle and personal best. Everyone in grade 3-8 is welcome attend. Students in younger grades are welcome to attend with parental supervision.
On Tuesday afternoon at 12:30 our kindergarten classes will meet for a 'Welcome to GL' assembly. We will be reviewing the school rules, as well as having a special presentation by a visiting artist Sarah Parkin. Parents, as always, are welcome to attend our assemblies.
On Thursday we invite our community to come into our school for our 'Meet the Teacher' event from 4:30 until 6:00pm .
On Friday it is our school spirit day where staff and students are encouraged to wear our school colours purple and yellow. Students in Grade 7 and 8 are welcome to join Mme DeAbreu at lunch for her Dancefit class. We will also be having a school-wide cheer event in the gym at 2:45 for Grade 1-8 students.
Finally Family.ca is having a contest to win an anti-bullying rally for the school. A number of students have already approached me about signing the forms. I encourage everyone to enter this event and I will be happy to sign any forms. Just another great way for us to bring awareness to this problem and take a stand against bullying and its harmful effects.
Mark your calendars for the following up and coming events:
Sept 18 School Council meeting at 6:00 pm
Sept 25 Picture Day
Have a great week and remember its worth a run to the Lake!! Enjoy the rest of your evening!
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