Gordon Greenwood Elementary If you Believe, You Can Achieve!

9175 206th Street

Langley, BC V1M 2X2 Mr. F. Roberto, Principal

Newsletter #4 (604) 882-0114 Mr. J. Mazzarolo Retired Principal

October 14th, 2016 (604) 882-2617 Mrs. A. MacLeod, Admin Assistant

gordongreenwood.sd35.bc.ca

PRINCIPAL’S MESSAGE

Dear Parents/Guardians,

The staff at Gordon Greenwood are a highly energetic, collaborative, and dedicated group of professionals. They are always looking for ways to improve instructional methods, learning activities and adapt curriculum to support the learning of all students. Given the wide range

of student abilities and attitudes, and the social complexities of the classroom, teachers are always looking to improve opportunities for children. Friday, October 21st is a provincial professional development day. On the Professional Development Day, teachers province wide, will be attending sessions to learn new ideas and strategies to use in their classrooms. Students do not attend school on Friday, October 21st. On Monday, October 24th, students will be dismissed at 1:15. During this time, our staff members will continue to review the new curriculum that was implemented this year. B.C.’s new curriculum was redesigned to respond to the demanding world our students are entering. Rather than multiple learning objectives, teachers will be presenting ‘Big Ideas’ to students. It is desired that students go more in-depth with fewer topics. Students are learning ways to assess their own work, to be reflective about their learning and to be resourceful. As well, please do check out this website for more information on the new curriculum: https://curriculum.gov.bc.ca/curriculum-info AND, as always, take time to talk with your child’s teacher whenever you have questions about your child’s learning. Sincerely, Frank Roberto Principal

Upcoming Events

Please go to the school website for all school activities

under the Calendar Tab. gordongreenwood.sd35.bc.ca

CROSS COUNTRY RUNNING The cross country coaches, Ms. Woelders, Ms. Choboter and Ms. Catterall would like to thank all the cross country runners for their dedication and hard work this season. We had a hard-core group that consistently showed up twice a week for practices. We are very proud of all of our students’ efforts as we consistently had a solid group of runners placing in the top 30 and we saw great improvement throughout the season. Thanks to our amazing coaches and staff/parent drivers. Without their participation and dedication these meets would not take place. Great job, everyone!

FALL SEASON REMINDERS Fall has officially arrived, please ensure that your children arrive at school in appropriate clothing for the season. Rain gear for rainy days is always helpful. Also, a change of clothes kept at the school is helpful for when students fall in muddy puddles or on wet ground. Children go outside for recess and lunch breaks to get some exercise and fresh air so it is important they be dressed appropriately.

PEANUT ALLERGY Your assistance in the following is greatly appreciated. As you may be aware, Gordon Greenwood Elementary is a Peanut and Nut Aware school. There are children in our school and in your child’s classroom who are allergic to nuts. Nut allergy is an increasingly recognized problem, particularly in children. While it has been recognized for decades, it is clear that the proportion of children affected has increased dramatically in recent years. Its importance lies in the fact that it can be fatal. Anaphylaxis is a word used for reactions to nuts of the type, which if severe enough, can be life-

threatening. As part of the Gordon Greenwood Community we can do our part. We ask that as

parents you consider what is placed in your child’s lunches or given as a

snack for recess. Unfortunately many children and adults who are allergic to

one kind of nut also become allergic to other kinds. This list includes peanuts,

almonds, Brazil nuts, cashew nuts, hazel nuts, pistachio nuts, walnuts and

pecan nuts, etc.

ON THE HORIZON Friday, October 21th - Professional Development Day (students not in session) Monday, October 24th - Collaboration Afternoon (75 minute early dismissal) Wednesday. October 26th - Photo Retake day Wednesday, October 26th - Kindergarten Vision & Hearing Check Wednesday, October 26th - Gr. 7 Fundraiser – Pizza Hot Lunch Wednesday, November 2nd - 1 hour early dismissal for parent teacher interviews Thursday, November 3rd - 1 hour early dismissal for parent teacher interviews Friday, November 4th - Hot Lunch - Subway Friday, November 11th - Remembrance day Monday, November 21st - Report card prep half day – students attend morning only Thursday, November 29th -Collaboration afternoon (75 min early dismissal) DEAR PARENTS At the end of June there was a break in our school’s emergency bin which is located outside by the North parking lot. We are hoping you can donate an item or two from our stolen item list. The emergency preparedness committee would be very appreciative. Thank you Here is the list of Stolen Items from our Emergency Bin: Bin #1 • Tarp 12 x 16 • Tarp 20 x 30 • Staple gun with staples • 3 water pumps for water jugs Bin # 2 – located on right side wall • 1 extension cord • 1 bag safety vests • 2 command bags (paper/pens/signage/map) • 1 WCB medical kit Bin #3 – located on right side wall • 3 tarps 12 x 16 • 100 garbage bags • 50 orange garbage bags • 4 rolls duct tape • 1 roll caution tape • 1 roll orange tape • 5 rolls rope (100 ft) Principal Kit – located on left side wall • 12 D cell alkaline batteries – 1 pkg x 12 each pkg (expiry is 2022) • 1 bull horn

• 4 safety helmets • Rope • Tape • Radio • Small knife • Emergency blankets • First aid kit: 6 rolls medical tape; 1 bottle eye wash (expiry is July 2016) • Whistle • Pocket knife • 16 AA batteries (expiry is 2023) • 1 roll toilet paper • ID bracelets • First Aid signs/pens/markers Tools – located on left side wall • 2 awnings • 2 shovels • 1 pry bar (5’) • 2 axes • 1 sledge hammer • 1 pick axe • 1 chisel • Extra shelter/canopy • Tarp • 1 empty bucket

Red Cross Babysitting!

Babysitting 1 day- 7 hrs., for Grade 6+ $60 + GST Online Registration So you want to be a babysitter? Or, your parents want you to take this course so they feel confident leaving you at home alone? Different from all other Babysitting courses! Babysitting with First Aid Hero emphasizes first aid and learning through real life scenarios. Active role-play! Interactive and fun! Covered in this course:

Exploring the Business of Babysitting

Creating Safe Environments

Safely Caring for ages 0-12

First Aid Skills

WHERE: Gordan Greenwood Elementary, 9175 206 St, Langley WHEN: Friday, October 21, 2016 TIME: 8:30am – 3:30pm COST: $60 + $3GST = $63.00 TOTAL, Register Online and SAVE $5! Mail Fee: $65 + $2.35 GST = $68.25 TOTAL, extra charge for administration. HOW TO SIGN UP: Online- Please follow the Registration Link online http://www.firstaidhero.com/babysitting-vancouver.html in the Glenwood row. Mail- Fill in the Registration Form Online or attached along with your payment written to Marla Rosen, post-dated 7 business days prior to the course and, mail to First Aid Hero, 903- 2476 York Ave, Vancouver, BC, V6K 1E2. Please write your child’s first/last name on the bottom left part of the cheque. By mail fee is $68.25 total. Registration only accepted once payment is received.

By Mail Deadline: Friday, October 14, 2016.

Online Deadline: Thursday, October 20, 2016 at 7pm.

Late Registration accepted online only.

About FIRST AID HERO Authorized Red Cross Training Partner, First Aid Hero, specializes in Babysitting and other recognized First Aid courses for children. Marla Rosen, President & CEO, is a Red Cross Instructor, Lifeguard, professional children’s performer and Montessori teacher. Instructors of First Aid Hero are paramedics, fire fighters, police officers, lifeguards and other qualified professionals.

For more information contact Marla 778-322-7442 or marla@firstaidhero.com www.firstaidhero.com

Red Cross Babysitting Gordan Greenwood Registration + Waiver Form

Welcome to Red Cross Babysitting at Gordan Greenwood on Oct. 21st, 8:30am – 3:30pm. Check http://www.firstaidhero.com/babysitting-vancouver.html under Gordan Greenwood to ensure there is space available. If it says Online Registration Form, then a spot is available.

Total Cost $63.00 SAVE $5.00 and REGISTER ONLINE!

By Mail Fee $68.25 Registration Options Online- Please follow the Registration Link online (above) in the Gordan Greenwood row. Mail- Fill in this Registration Form + along with your payment written to Marla Rosen post-dated 7 business days prior to the course and, mail to First Aid Hero, 903- 2476 York Ave, Vancouver, BC, V6K 1E2. Please write your child’s first/last name on the cheque. By mail fee is $68.25 total. Registration will only be accepted with payment.

Payment Method- ____________ or _________________________ (Mail-mark ‘X’) (Online-Name on Credit Card) Child Name- _______________ ________________ (Last) (First) Address-____________________ City-____________ Prov.- BC Postal Code-_________ Telephone- ( ) _____________ ( ) ______________ (home) (cell) Email Address- ___________________________ Age- _____ Date of Birth (D/M/Y)- __/___/____ Parent(s) Name(s)- _________________________________________________ Emergency Contact- ______________________ + (___)______________________ (Contact Name) (Contact Number) Comments (allergies, conditions, etc.)- __________________________________ In enrolling my child(ren) in the Red Cross First Aid Hero Babysitting Course at Gordan Greenwood, I understand that the Instructors will take all precautions and pay the utmost attention to safety. However, I understand that accidents can occur and I will not hold them responsible.

SIGNED: ___________________ DATE: ______________________

For full time class, please provide a bag-lunch and two big snacks. For part time class, please provide a snack each time. Children will not be allowed to leave the premises during breaks and

lunch. No nuts please.

www.firstaidhero.com

Full refund within 5 business days accepted, afterwards sorry no refunds.