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Newsletter #17 May 11, 2016

Mr. Todd Berg Principal

Mrs. Dulcie Puobi Vice Principal

Ms. Holly Kelleher School Board Trustee 306-683-8461

Ms. Tara Tait Community Coordinator

Mrs. Debbie Regehr Ms. Joanne McKay Secretaries

We are very pleased to have sent two classrooms to the Literacy for Life Conference last week. Ms. Middleton’s class attended on Monday and Mr. Meier’s classroom attended on Tuesday. Our students benefited by hearing from many talented authors and illustrators. Our goal is to have all of our students reading for at least 15 minutes outside of the school day. Just Read Mayfair!

On Tuesday, our students who were part of the Literacy Tutor program enjoyed a celebration lunch in the library. We are so proud of our students and tutors for the tremendous learning that has and is taking place. We thank all of our parents who have supported their children throughout the tutor sessions.

At our assembly this week the Health Promoting Schools team is introducing Project Buddy Bench. The bench was installed last week on our senior playground. It is an ordinary bench placed in the schoolyard which we are hopeful will benefit parents and caregivers who are supervising their children at the park. However, the true intention of the bench is to provide a spot for children to sit if they would like to have someone to play with. This idea is being used in many playgrounds across Europe and North America.

Our next School Community Council meeting is May 24 at 12:00 p.m. Please consider attending the meeting. We would love to have your input into the running of our school.

Mr. Berg, Principal Mrs. Puobi, Vice Principal

510-34th Street West Telephone: (306) 683-7360 Fax: (306) 657-3927 Text Messages: (204) 400-6687 Email: mayfairschool@spsd.sk.ca Website: www.spsd.sk.ca

Administrators’ Message

What to Wear at School As the weather warms up, students are reminded that what they wear to school needs to be appropriate for a learning environment. Students are expected to exercise good taste and take pride in their personal appearance. Because we believe clothing reflects attitude, we ask that students do not wear muscle shirts, tube tops or tops with thin straps, including those that reveal midriffs, hats or bandanas. Shorts and skirts of a reasonable length, and sleeveless tops are permitted. Clothing with logos or messages need to be school-appropriate—messages that promote alcohol, drugs, violence, etc., are not acceptable. Any student wearing clothing that is deemed inappropriate will be asked to turn it inside out, or an alternate item may be borrowed from the clothing depot. Thank you for your cooperation and support.

Band News

Saturday, May 14—Grade 6/7 Band Retreat Students need to be at school by 8:30 a.m. with their instruments, music, water bottle, and they need to dress for the weather.

Saturday, May 28—Grade 7/8 Band Trip to Regina More details will be sent home in a letter closer to the date.

DATES TO REMEMBER...

May 13—Assembly 9:15 a.m. Dairy Queen Hot Lunch Day May 19—School Track Meet—afternoon May 20—No School May 23—Victoria Day Holiday May 24—SCC Meeting 12:00 p.m. May 25—Kindergarten Sneak Peek 1:30 p.m. May 26—Breakfast and a Book 8:30 a.m. Gym Blast grades 5-8—afternoon

Early Dismissal every Thursday at 3:25 p.m. for staff meeting

If your child is away: Call—306-683-7360 Text—204-400-6687

Wednesday, May 25 1:30-2:30 p.m.

In the Learning Resource Centre

For children who will be 5 years old before January 31, 2017 and their parents, to get a glimpse of what Kindergarten is all about! Since this is a special time for your child,

we ask that you make alternate plans for your other preschool children.

Just a reminder that all library

books must be returned to the

library by June 3!

ATTENTION STUDENTS

Mayfair Community School Clothing Depot Mayfair Community School is proud to offer free clothing from our clothing room. We have an assortment of clothes ranging from infant to adult and everything in-between.

Our clothing room is open every Tuesday from 2:47—3:40 p.m. and every Thursday from 2:28—3:25 p.m. If you have any questions, please call the school at 306-683-7360. We hope to see you there.

Community Co-ordinator’s Corner

Junior Conference On the afternoon of Friday, May 27, Mayfair Community School is hosting a Junior Conference for our grade 5 to 8 students. This conference consists of three sessions, where the students will participate in each session and have the opportunity to learn from our guest speakers. The focus of our junior conference is to address racism, choices and bullying. We look forward to having Ernie Louttit, Elizabeth Fry Society and Patti Tait share their knowledge with our students. KHL Team Wind-Up: On Tuesday, May 24, our KHL team is invited to take part in a wind-up at Ruckers with their coaches and finish with a meal at Fuddruckers. The team will leave the school at 1:30 p.m. and return at 5:00 p.m. We are very grateful for such an opportunity as this is unique to Mayfair Community School. Tara L. Tait Community Co-ordinator

Goals: To promote great books and love of reading. To increase time students spend reading at

school and home. To increase library circulation.

Read a Good Book Contest Complete a ballot for each book you read Books, graphic novels, online/audio books and

magazines are acceptable Weekly and surprise draws will be made to

encourage LOTS of reading Prizes include: books, fun pencils and

supplies, extra recess coupons, and more! Contest will run until Friday, May 27