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Happy New Year!
After the
Christmas break,
we have quickly
reestablished the
routines we had.
Students and staff
are well rested
and ready to
continue learning
and working
together.
Over the break I
had the
opportunity to
travel to the
Dominican
Republic for
some sun and
sand. While
there, we had the
opportunity to
learn about
another great
part of our
wonderful world.
I am always
amazed that
even though
there are
differences
between
countries and
customs, people
are people and
we all have
common needs;
those basic
needs of food,
shelter, and
clothing, and the
need for
relationships, joy,
and love.
As we progress
through our year,
Thorsby
Elementary
Message from the Principal
Cub Connection J A N U A R Y 2 0 1 6
Tho
rsby
Ele
men
tary
Sch
ool
www.tes.blackgold.ca
School students
and staff will
continue to strive
to be the best we
can be. We take
time to celebrate
success and learn
in many different
ways. We are
very proud of
what we are able
to accomplish!
On behalf of the
staff at TES I would
like to wish you
and your family all
the best in 2016!
Raylene Jubinville
P A G E 2
C U B C O N N E C T I O N
Breakfast & Education We have heard many times the importance of having breakfast in the morning. There
is an increase in the number of studies about the effects of having breakfast and
education.
Breakfast helps improve mental performance and concentration during morning
activities. Children who skip breakfast will be more sluggish, less attentive, and have less
energy to carry out their morning tasks. Teachers observe that children who come to
school hungry experience more learning difficulties compared to well-nourished
children. Studies show that breakfast eaters perform much better in their school work
and show extra energy in sports and other physical activities. (About Kids Health)
Students who are given nutritious breakfasts daily make significant improvements in
learning, school attendance, behavior and self-esteem. (Ottawa Network for
Education)
It is important for students to come to school having had a good breakfast at home.
However, we do realize that there are instances where, because of circumstances,
children miss breakfast or they had breakfast, but are hungry once they get to school.
Our school breakfast program is for students who need to have something for these
reasons. All students who need to have a quick grab-and-go breakfast option are
welcome to participate in our breakfast program, but it is not a substitute for having
breakfast at home.
We would like to thank those families who have donated muffins to our breakfast
program. They are greatly appreciated. We will continue to take donations.
Monday – Muffins
Tuesday – Toast
Wednesday – Yogurt/Cheese and granola bar
Thursday – Oatmeal
Friday – Varies
Each day, fresh fruit is available for students to have
with the selected item.
P A G E 3
C U B C O N N E C T I O N
THORSBY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL
KINDERGARTEN REGISTRATION
2016-2017 Registration forms are now available
on-line and at school office
http://www.blackgold.ca/schools/programs/kindergarten
http://tes.blackgold.ca/programs/ecs-and-pre-kindergarten/
Children learn by doing and play is their work. Kindergarten programs not only help prepare children for
grade one, but also set a foundation for later school success. Children learn how to interact with others and to
see themselves as individuals and learners. Black Gold Regional Schools follow the Alberta Education’s
Kindergarten Statement to provide learner expectations in the seven learner areas:
*Early Literacy *Early Numeracy
*Citizenship & Identity *Environment & Community Awareness
*Personal & Social Responsibility *Physical Skills & Well Being
*Creative Expression
When Is My Child Eligible To Attend Kindergarten?
Children who are turning 5 years of age by March 1st are eligible to attend Kindergarten for that school year.
How Do I Register My Child? FORMS AVAILABLE ON-LINE or PICK UP FROM SCHOOL OFFICE
At Thorsby Elementary School we offer full-day Kindergarten programs on Mondays, Wednesdays and
scheduled Fridays or Tuesdays, Thursdays and scheduled Fridays.
Please provide a copy of child’s birth certificate, proof of legal land location, legal documentation regarding
Custody Agreements/Guardianship, and a $30.00 non-refundable registration deposit. (Balance due by
September 31, FULL REGISTRATION FEE is $110.00.)
Is Transportation Provided?
Kindergarten students follow the regular Black Gold Regional Transportation policy and may be eligible for
transportation if they live within our busing jurisdiction. Please call 780-955-6048 to arrange for bussing
transportation.
P A G E 4
Mental Math
Accountability Pillar Surveys Alberta Education is conducting the annual Accountability Pillar Surveys. Parents
of Grade 4-6 students may receive a survey mailed to their homes directly from
Alberta Education. In February, students in Division II and all teachers will be
completing their surveys online at school.
Respondents are expected to answer the questions based upon the experiences
they have had at their school. We strongly encourage you to participate as this is
our “school report card” and it is important to share what a great job we are all
doing! Survey results will be available to jurisdictions later in the spring.
For more information please refer to
http://www.education.alberta.ca/accountability
P A G E 5
http://www.indoorgames.ca/
Ms. Mason is looking for gr. 4, 5 & 6 students interested in joining the TES relay
team. TES will be competing in the 38th Annual Indoor Games at the Universiade Pavilion
(Butterdome). The Running Room Indoor Games (formally the Edmonton Journal Indoor
Games) is a community track and field event that allows children the opportunity to ex-
perience the thrill of competition - against themselves and each other.
Track events for girls and boys include an 8 x 200m relay event (200m = 1 lap in the But-
terdome).
The first practice/try out will be Thursday January 21. Unfortunately there will
be cuts if too many kids try out. There will be one team of girls and one team of boys. The
8 fastest kids will make each team.
Practices will be every Tuesday & Thursday at middle recess.
Competition will be at the Butterdome on Tuesday February 16 during
the school day. Parent volunteer drivers will be needed.
Please let Ms. Mason know if you are interested [email protected]
P A G E 6
THE BOYS BASKETBALL
TEAM SLAM DUNKS !
In November, December
and January Thorsby's
twelve team members have
practiced hard. They
have won their home and
away league games. The
Team will end their season
competing in the Black Gold's
District Basketball
Tournament, which will be
held January 15th & 16th.
Mr. Murphy's pregame pep
talk always ended with
"No going 200,000 MPH out
there...only 100,000 MPH !"
The team included;
Teig Waters, Carson Viglietti,
Ryan McLeod, Chase
Marquardt, Morgan
Lysgaard, Dylan Lizotte, Riley
Jacob, Ethen Hayman, Justin
Fritz, Ty Fritz, Kayden
Filipic and Colby Borys.
The boys were great
ambassadors for our school
and eager, energetic and
very coachable young men.
Thank you for the fun times!
Sincerely Mr. Murphy
Thorsby Elementary Basketball
Saber Cubs THE GIRLS BASKETBALL
TEAM TAKES IT TO THE NET
Fourteen girls have practiced
and played their hardest this
basketball season. Over the
course of our season we have
won two league games and lost
two league games, but most
importantly we have become a
team.
Our team consists of:
Kennedy Crow, Calla Pederson,
Tiki Stefure, Kristina Wurban,
Kaydie Bebee. Alex Mudry,
Hailey Sabyan, Mackenzie
Denschikoff, Kyla Sweet, Shaylin
Wagner, Kate Aberdeen, Jenna
Rhody, Jessica Knopp and
Kassidy Crow.
We are looking forward to the
Black Gold's District Basketball
tournament on January 22 and
23. All of the team should be
proud of how the season has
turned out so far, and how much
they have improved. It has been
a pleasure coaching these
fun-loving, energetic girls.
Sincerely, Miss Hawkins and
Mrs. Rhody.
P A G E 7
PD Day
No School
Friday, January 29th
PJ Dress-up Day
January 12th
NO
classes on
January 18th
due to
teacher meeting.
January 5 Hamburgers
8 Perogies & Sausage
12 Nuggets & Nachos
15 Grilled Cheese
19 CHICKEN BURGERS
22 Wraps
26 Ham Pizza
28 Pancakes
P A G E 8
HOTLUNCH SCHEDULE
C U B C O N N E C T I O N
JANUARY 2016
Sun Mon Tue Wed Thu Fri Sat
1 New Years
Day
2
3 4 Classes
Resume
5 6 Early
Dismissal
7 8 9
10 11 12 PJ Day 13 14 15 16
17 18 19 20 21 22 23
24 25 26 27 28 29 PD Day 30
31
February 2 Hot Dogs
9 Nuggets & Nachos
12 Perogies & Sausage
16 Chicken Burgers
19 Grilled Cheese
23 Ham Pizza
26 Pasta
P A G E 9
HOTLUNCH SCHEDULE
C U B C O N N E C T I O N
FEBRUARY 2016
Sun Mon Tue Wed Thu Fri Sat
1 Report
Cards Home
2 3 Early
Dismissal
4 Teachers
Convention
5 Teachers
Convention
6
7 8 9 10 11 12 13
14 15 16 17 18 19 20
21 22 23 24 25 26 27
28 29