Hello families,

I am so sorry that I was not able to make it to school today (Friday). My daughter had a bad fall at school yesterday so I spent Thursday evening waiting for an ambulance and in emergency. Fortunately no major injuries but she will be using crutches for a while. I am home with her today.

I am so thankful that Ms. Nelson was able to teach the class today.

A few notes:

-please return your child’s white report card envelope (you can keep the papers inside-i just need the envelope if you still have it)

-We will be starting to explore family connections as part of social studies. I am requesting that every student have a family photo to share with the class. I already have family photos from the following students: Kaiya, Amara, Leo, Sofia (all from Ms. Grippo that were used last year), and Vihana, Olivia, and Jaydon. If you do not have a printed family photo, feel free to send me a digital image by email and I can print it on the colour copier. Please ensure I have a photo by Jan. 31.

-Beginning next week, the special helper will be invited to bring a book from home for me to read to the class. Please think ahead and help your child choose a book that can be read in less than 5 minutes. Gr. 1 students are welcome to read the book to the class themselves if they wish to do so. You will receive a reminder the day before your child is special helper.

-exciting news! We will be going skating on Wednesday Jan. 31. I will send more info closer to the date!

Have a wonderful “wintery” weekend! Stay warm!