Wednesday, October 31, 2018

Consultation: Education in Ontario

The Ontario Government wants your feedback on the Ontario education curriculum and the first-ever Parents’ Bill of Rights.

"Our goal is to prepare Ontario students for success, improve their academic achievement and equip them with the tools needed to enter the working world."

"We’re consulting with parents across the province to address concerns and get feedback in several areas of the education system."


Make your voice heard. Click here to provide feedback via an online survey, an open submission or a telephone town hall. 

Consultation closing date: December 15, 2018

https://www.ontario.ca/page/for-the-parents



Tuesday, October 30, 2018

Clairlea School Council - Meeting in Minutes Oct.18

Hello Clairlea Families!

This years Halloween Howl was another huge success!
Thank you to all the parent and student volunteers for making it all happen.

Here are a few notes from the latest Council meeting.
The full minutes can be seen here.

Clairlea Music!
Thanks to the generous contribution from Council the music program has been able to purchase 10 additional ukuleles, fix the tuba and help produce the upcoming Suessical musical.


Clairlea Reads Book Club is starting again with Because of Mr. Terupt, by Rob Buyea. Book Club is asking it's members for a $5 donation fee (optional) to help fund this and future book clubs and prizes. The goal this year is to have 2 Bookclubs.

Healthy, Happy Kids
Research is being done to support Mental Health for our students by providing a “Calm Down Corner” or “Chill Space” within the school for students to cool down, be active and relieve stress in a safe space when needed. Inclusive of all grades. We'd love to hear your input!

Facilities
A new stop sign and painted stop line are in effect on Edge Park Ave.
Fencing along Edge Park/school yard will remain up for the winter to protect turf.

Upcoming Events: 

  • Spirit Day/Costume Chaos: October 31st
  • Scholastic Book Fair: November (Date TBA)
  • Remembrance Day Assembly: Nov. 9th. 2 assemblies (K-4, 5-8)
  • PA Day: November 16
  • 2018 Holiday Concert: In-house this year over 2 evenings. Kindies will have theirs in the afternoon as usual.
  • Symphony Trip (Winter date TBA)

Please refer to the whiteboard outside the office to see the week-at-a-glance activity schedule.

January Council Meeting

SCHOOL COUNCIL MEETING Thursday, January 21st, 2021 7-8:30 pm Stay tuned for the agenda and Zoom link!