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NEWSLETTER
May 2017
“Inspiring our students to recognize their diverse talents”
Queen Elizabeth Senior Public School
60 South Service Road
Mississauga, Ontario
L5G 2R9
Phone 905-278-7287
Ms Anne Muller, Principal
Mr. K.A. Edwards, Superintendent
Mrs. J. McDougald, Trustee
Website:
http://queenelizabethsr.peelschools.org/
Follow us on twitter @ QESrPS
“ Work together to achieve more”
Upcoming Dates:
May 2017
2 PIMTA Music Festival (QE Arts)
4 Tribal Vision performance
5 Immunization Clinic—Gr. 7 & 8
Your Voice Counts Survey closes
9 Port Credit S.S. Gr.8 tour—AM
School Council Mtg. 6:30 pm
10 QE students to PCSS performance AM
12 Dodgeball Tourn.-Century Gdns
15 Mike Ford performance—Gr.8’s AM
18 Forest of Reading celebration
Cross Country Meet –Etobicoke Park
19 MADD Cda Presentation—Gr.8’s
23 Spring Concert—Grade 7’s 6:30 pm
Girl’s Soccer tourn.—Churchill Meadows
24 Cawthra Pk S.S.—Gr.8 tour AM
25 Spring Concert—Grade 8’s 6:30 pm
31 Peel Drama Showcase @ LAC
OFFICE NEWS
Thank you to our office helpers Morgan and Anna,
and to our office announcers Crystal and Eris.
Great job!
PRINCIPAL’S MESSAGE
April has been a very busy month at Queen Elizabeth! As well as the learning that has been happening in the classrooms, students have been involved in many clubs and intramural sports activities as well as participating in an Ice Hockey Tournament, a Chess Tournament, hosting Grade 6 student tours and a Parent Information Evening and our third Student Recognition assembly of the year! The month of May promises to be just as busy with Grade 8 orientations at Secondary Schools, a Dodgeball Tournament, rehearsing for our Dance Showcase and the upcoming BOX production, Cross Country Meet, soccer and our spring concerts at the end of the month. There are many clubs and sports activities that will continue throughout the month, so there are lots of things for students to get involved in!! A huge thank you to the many teachers who are, and have been, providing extra-curricular activities for our students this year!
I would like to personally thank each of you for your generous support towards our basketball fundraiser with the Peel Regional Police. Through your child’s donations to watch these basketball games, we raised just under $800.00—enough to be able to sponsor two Special Olympics athletes to the 2017 Special Olympics Provincial summer Games this summer! Thank you all!
The Board has extended the Your Voice Counts Survey to May 5th. If you haven’t had a chance to participate in this, please do so by going to http://pdsb.me/yvcparent. Your User ID would be your child’s Peel student ID number or the Ontario Education Number (OEN) which can be found on his or her report card.
Sincerely,
Anne Muller
Principal
VICTORIA DAY HOLIDAY
May 22, 2017
No school on this day. Have a great long
weekend!
2017 Annual Peel School Chess Tournament
The Annual Peel School Chess Tournament was once again a fine success! The
event took place at the Peel Board Office on April 27, 2017. Our participants this year
were Kamran A. and Nabila T., both from 7B, Twisha A. from 7C, Aishvin A. from 7D,
Yash M. from 7G, Daniel M. from 8A, Elias S. from 8D and Carter F. and Hayden S., both from 8G. Our goal was to rack
up as many wins as possible for ourselves and for the school.
Chess is a great game that involves a vast amount of strategic elements, including offensive and defensive think-
ing, and planning ahead. All of our participants learned lots from this experience, our in-game mistakes, our opponent’s
mistakes, and our many victories.
Queen Elizabeth obtained 33 ½ wins all together. It was a very enjoyable experience as we got to compete
against and watch some of the best players in Peel. Congratulations to all!
By: Elias S. 8D
Pancakes in the Library with Jack Smythe Maple Syrup
The students
who visited the
Jack Smythe
Field Centre in
March had a
chance to taste
the centre’s
sweet maple
syrup. With the help of Aya, Jihan and Saja, over five dozen
pancakes were made in Room 1’s kitchen. The pancakes were
devoured by the 25 hungry students, many of whom had
never tasted this treat from our Ontario sugar maple trees.
Thank you to Loblaws, Port Credit, for the generous donation
of pancake mix, margarine, cutlery, plates and extra PC Maple
Syrup.
K. Andrews, K. Concepcion
Teachers
QE CHESS CLUB
EV3 ROBOTS INVADE QUEEN ELIZABETH SCHOOL !
Grade 8 science clas-ses are building and programming Lego MINDSTORMS EV3 robots as part of their science and technolo-gy program.
Programming soft-ware applications on the iPad’s allow the students to program the robot through
Students are learning to program their robot to per-form simple manoeuvres using the soft-ware installed. As they be-come more familiar with the software they will be able to pro-gram the robot to perform more compli-cated tasks.
A Note From:
Queen Elizabeth School Council
Staff & Teacher Appreciation Breakfast 2017
School Council would like to acknowledge the hard work and dedication of all
Queen Elizabeth Teachers & Staff. The care, patience, and support that the QE
staff team brings to school each day does not go unnoticed and we want to extend
our most sincere appreciation for all they do!
As a small token of thanks, school council is organizing an appreciation breakfast
for all 29 teachers and staff on May 5th. Council funds cannot be used to support
this event so we are hoping you might make a food or monetary donation.
Monetary donations of any amount are appreciated. Kindly, place your donation
in an envelope marked to the attention of school council and drop it off at the
school office. For planning purposes it would be ideal to receive donations no
later than May 3rd.
Food Donations can be dropped off afterschool on May 4th until 4pm or on the
morning of May 5th between 7:30 – 7:45.
If you have any questions, please email school council
Peel schools honour police officers during Police Appreciation Week
The Peel District School Board will pay tribute to police officers by holding Police Appreciation Week from May 14 to 20, 2017. Peel students and staff will show their appreciation for the tremendous job being done by police to protect schools, homes and communities. Police Appreciation Week coincides with National Police Week. National Police Week pays tribute to the work of police officers across Canada.
"The Peel board appreciates the dedication and commitment of police officers who work to keep our schools and com-munities safe," says Janet McDougald, Peel board chair. "Police Appreciation Week is our way of thanking officers who dedicate themselves to protecting our community. It's also a way to give these officers the special recognition they deserve."
During this week, students, staff and parents in schools throughout Brampton, Caledon and Mississauga will honour the work of police officers and thank them for enhancing public safety and security.
Peel public schools celebrate Education Week
Peel public schools will host hundreds of special activities and events to celebrate Education Week 2017 from May 1 to 5. The theme for this year's week-long focus on education is We Inspire Hope.
During Education Week our Grade 7 and 8 Band will be performing at the Peel Intermediate Music Teacher Association (PIMTA) Festival on Tuesday, May 2nd, at the Living Arts Centre. Our grade 8 classes will all be participating in Eco.Source Workshops throughout the week and all students will be attending a performance by Tribal Vision Dance, a family dance troupe from The Six Nations of the Grand River Territory on Thursday, May 4th.
Each year, more than 50,000 parents and community members across Peel attend activities and events during Education Week. We are looking forward to an equally successful week this year.
Children’s Mental Health Week - May 1 to 7
Ontario has designated the week of May 1 to 7, 2017, as Children’s Mental Health Week. Children's Mental Health Week focuses on increasing awareness of the signs of child and youth mental health problems, decreasing stigma and understanding that help is available and treatment can work.
Using themes such as Eat, Sleep, Move, and Positive Relationships, students will participate in learning and activities that promote well-being throughout the week.
At the Peel District School Board, fostering student well-being and positive mental health is just as important as creating comprehensive academic programs. Within the Peel board our strength is in our diversity. Valu-ing diversity and inclusion is something that all Peel schools encourage students and staff to do. It is not something that we pause to teach—it is embedded in all we do and teach every day. Recognizing Children’s Mental Health Week is just one way for us to raise awareness and reduce the stigma surrounding mental health, helping us achieve equity for all students and staff.
May 7 to 13 is Emergency Preparedness Week
What is Emergency Preparedness Week? The first full week of May of each year is Emergency Preparedness (EP) Week. This year, we will celebrate EP week May 7 to May 13. EP Week is a nation-wide initiative to increase awareness about individual and family preparedness, emphasizing how the public can reduce the risks and consequences of an emergency by being better prepared. During this week, we promote, educate and bring about awareness concerning emergency management planning and person-al preparedness. This year, the theme is Plan. Prepare. Be Aware. What is the purpose? The purpose of EP Week is to educate students, parents and the community about the importance of being prepared in the case of an emergency.
Mindfulness and Meditation program
We are pleased to announce the start of a Mindfulness and Meditation program taught
by Salomeh Ghaffari, a certified yoga teacher at Queen Elizabeth Senior Public School,
on Wednesday May 10th. This program will run for 6 weeks, from 11:30-12:00 on
Wednesdays at the Gym.
Everyday, all around us, the world is fast moving! Fast can be fun, but sometimes it can
feel overwhelming to keep all the living parts of our busy lives in synch and stay in the
flow. This class is specially tailored for ages 11 and up, and is meant for all walks of life.
This program is to help the participants to rejuvenate and reinvigorate by providing them
with mindfulness and meditation techniques that are designed to help keep the stress at
bay; giving them tools they need to slow down and cope with the fast moving world.
This practice will help one recognize and understand their emotions and provide tools to
cultivate balance and well-being.
The cost to participate in this program is $18.00 for 6 weeks.
Please return this form with the registration fee in cash to the office by May 8th, to the
attention of Mrs. Wash.
I__________________________ parent of_______________________ would like to
register my son/daughter for the Mindfulness and Meditation program.
Your child’s grade and home room____________
If you require a receipt for the payment, please check the box
Parent’s signature
______________________________________
Spotlight on Asian Heritage
In December 2001, the Senate adopted a motion proposed by Senator Vivienne Poy to officially designate May as Asian Heritage Month in Canada. In May 2002, the Government of Canada signed an official declaration to designate May as Asian Heritage Month.
Throughout May, students, staff and parents from across Peel will participate in a number of activities that promote the understanding of the many contributions made by Asian Canadians.
The safety of our students is our top priority
Throughout the school year, incidents in our school communities happen. Our staff take precautions to emphasize street-proofing skills with your child. However, we feel that it is important that you take an opportunity to review safety procedures with your child.
Peel Police have provided the following safety guidelines if your child encounters a stranger:
Tell your children to never go anywhere with a stranger, not to talk to strangers and never take anything from them. You also have to teach them what a "safe stranger" is in case they need help. A safe stranger includes a police officer, a cashier, a fire fighter, etc.
Remind your child to never walk alone—always walk with a group.
Develop a "what if" game for the kids to get them thinking of how they would respond if they felt threatened or afraid.
Know who your children play with and where they go. This includes keeping a list of their friend's addresses and phone numbers.
Remind your children not to take short cuts through parks, ravines, or other secluded areas.
Your child's body is private. Tell your child that no one may touch the area their bathing suit covers. If someone does or tries to touch them, they should advise you immediately.
Teach your children to talk to you immediately when someone does anything that makes them feel strange or uncomfortable. Listen when your children are trying to tell you about something that bothers them and provide them with support and understanding.
Tips for riding the bus:
Take a seat as quickly as possible, put belongings under the seat and stay seated.
Never stick anything out of the window, including part of your body.
Refrain from eating on the bus. If a choking incident occurs, the driver may not be able to help immediately.
Wait until the school bus stops before standing up to exit the vehicle.
Tips for exiting the bus:
When getting off the bus, take two large steps away from bus. If you have to walk in front of the bus, do so at least three metres (10 giant steps) away from the bus.
The driver must be able to see students exiting the bus and will give a signal when it is safe to cross. If more than one student is crossing in front of the bus at the same time, they should cross in single file.
Children must never reach for something that is under the bus without the driver’s permission. Let the driver know that something is under the bus or wait until the bus moves out of the way.
Tips for walking to school:
Help your child establish a safe, direct route to school. Avoid potential safety hazards such as train tracks, busy intersections, and reinforce what safety precautions to follow.
Stay on sidewalks whenever possible. If there is no sidewalk, walk on the left side of the road and walk facing traffic.
Cross streets at intersections and at crosswalks and learn to look to the left, the right, and the left again before proceeding.
Wait until traffic comes to a stop before crossing. Make sure drivers see you before you cross. Don't assume the driver will stop for you.
On the road again: How to keep your cyclist safe
Here are some tips you can review with your child to ensure bike season gets off to a great start:
The right fit
children should be able to straddle the bike with both feet on the ground
a bike that is too big or too small can be a safety hazard
the helmet should fit—if it's too loose, it could fall off, if it's too tight, it's uncomfortable
Get noticed
a young child's bike should be equipped with a bell and reflector
older riders should have a light and/or reflectors
Follow the rules
no riding on busy streets
no riding at night
stop for all STOP signs
Actions that cause injuries
driveway ride out—not stopping and looking both ways before entering the street
running the stop sign
turning without warning
cycling in the dark
following the leader—one child goes through a stop sign or misses a parked car but the second cyclist doesn't
Keep your child safe around train tracks
Trains are often closer and are moving faster than most motorists and pedestrians perceive. That's why all members of a family should be are aware of the importance of rail safety.
Safety steps for children
Playing on railway tracks and bridges is dangerous. Find safe, supervised and open areas (e.g., neighbourhood parks) in which to have fun.
The only way to safely cross a rail track is to use designated railway crossings.
If you must cross railway tracks, for example on your way to and from school, stop, look and listen before crossing.
It is against the law to trespass on railway property.
Safety steps for adults
Be prepared to stop at a highway/ railway crossing.
Listen for warning bells and whistles of an approaching train. Turn off, or turn down distracting fans, heaters, music/radios.
Obey the signals. Never attempt to drive under a gate as it is closing or around a closed gate. If the gate begins to close while you’re underneath, keep moving ahead until you clear the crossing.
If a police officer or a member of the train crew is directing traffic at the crossing, obey their directions.
If your vehicle stalls on the tracks, get out quickly and away from the vehicle and tracks. Move in the direction that the train is approaching from to avoid being hit by debris. Your vehicle will be swept forward by the momentum of the train.
SafeArrival: Reporting absences and lates
Every day counts—attendance matters!
Regular school attendance is an important factor in your child’s school success. Research shows that chronic absen-teeism (missing 2 days per month for a total of 20 days per year) can negatively impact your child’s learning. Getting to class on time and avoiding absences are critical if your child is to get the most out of school.
In the event that your child won’t be attending school, please be sure to report your child(ren)’s absences prior to the start of the school day. Late arrivals and/or early departures should be reported as soon as possible.
SafeArrival will allow you to report your child(ren)’s absences quickly and conveniently in one of three ways:
1. You can call into an automated, interactive telephone system via a toll free number—
1-855-209-6155.
2. You can log into a website, pdsb.schoolconnects.com, to access a SafeArrival Parent Portal.
An account can be set up to report absences.
3. You can download the SafeArrival mobile application for Apple and Android devices.
If your child’s absence is not reported in advance, the automated notification system will contact parents/guardians at multiple contact numbers until one of the designated contacts is reached to verify the absence. If our automated sys-tem is unable to reach a designated contact, office staff will follow up.
Please ensure you complete the reporting process by recording the confirmation number provided at the end of your call. If you do not receive a confirmation number, the absence will not be recorded by the automated system.
If you have any questions, please contact the school.
Health and Physical Education Curriculum supports the physical, emotional and
social well-being of students
Working together to keep our students safe and healthy
The Peel District School Board implemented the Ministry of Education’s revised Health and Physical Education (HPE) curriculum in the 2015-16 school year. The curriculum is divided into four elements that work together to support the physical, emotional and social well-being of students:
active living
movement competence
living skills
healthy living
Peel staff will again teach the human development and sexual health component to students, beginning spring 2017. This provides time for teachers to develop strong relationships with their students prior to this phase.
Advance notice letters will be sent home with students two weeks prior to the human development/sexual health les-sons. Families can submit religious accommodation requests at any time prior to the lesson by contacting the school directly.
To get more information on how the HPE curriculum will be taught, please visit our website at www.peelschools.org/HPE.
Register today for Adult ESL or LINC classes
Do you know an adult that is interested in improving their English language skills for work, study or daily life?
Through the Continuing & Adult Education department, the Peel District School Board offers a wide variety of English language classes that help parents experience success in Canadian English in both listening/speaking and reading/writing. Courses are designed for a range of basic, intermediate and advanced English (Levels 1 to 7) as well as the more experienced learner needing to prepare for an IELTS exam.
Classes are ongoing - Register anytime.
All learners that complete a session will earn a certificate of learning from the Peel District School Board.
Classes operate from six locations in Brampton and Mississauga with three specially designed adult centres at:
Bramalea - Adult Education Centre - 25 Kings Cross Road, Unit 3
Brampton - Adult Education Centre - #300 - 7700 Hurontario Street
Mississauga - Adult Education Centre - 100 Elm Drive West, Room 117
To learn more or to register, call 905-270-6000
Also, visit www.peelschools.org/adulteducation or follow us on Twitter: @PDSBLearnESL
Celebrating Faith and Culture May 2017
DATE
CELEBRATION FAITH AND CULTURE
May Yansa'altt and Flower Moon Aboriginal Spirituality
May 1 Beltaine Wicca
May 1 12th Day of Ridvan Bahá'í May 10 Sakyamuni Buddha’s Birthday Buddhism
May 10 Wesak Day/Buddha Day Buddhism
May 10 or 11 Nisfu Sha’ban Islam
May 16 to June 3 the month of 'Azamat Bahá'í Eve of May 22 to 23 Declaration of the Báb Bahá'í May 22 Victoria Day Canada
May 23 to 26 Aboriginal Week Aboriginal Spirituality
May 24 Zarathosht-no-Diso Zoroastrianism
May 25 Ascension in Christianity Christianity
May 27 Ramadan Islam
Eve of May 27 to May 28 Ascension of Bahá'u'lláh Bahá'í Eve of May 30 to June 1 Shavuot Judaism
