Month: September 2023

As Orange Shirt Day was approaching, Div. 12 read several books; one book that resonated was called When I Was Eight by Christy Jordan-Fenton.

We learned of a young girl’s experience (her name was Olemaun) attending residential school. We realized quickly that her school experience was very different than what school looks like for our class today.

After the story, students brainstormed ideas of what Olemaun and the class had in common. They also compared the many differences. After listening to the story, Div. 12 felt grateful for being able to go to school where they feel safe, cared for, free to make choices, and to be themselves.

During our school-wide assembly, we listened to different stories and learned the importance of why Orange Shirt Day is recognized and celebrated.

*National Day for Truth and Reconciliation will be held on Monday, Oct. 2nd. (school will be closed)

Welcome to Division 12!

We are excited to begin this new school year with your children.

We use our class blog to keep families in the loop on what is happening in our classroom. Please take a moment to familiarize yourself with the headings along the top and the sidebar items. Our blog is updated regularly, so please refer to it often for current information.

 

September is a busy month; here are a few reminders to note:

• Please ensure your child has a pair of indoor shoes and a change of clothes, including socks and underwear (to be kept at school at all times); please label all items
• Snacks are eaten outside during recess- please pack a small and simple snack for your child that can be eaten quickly (they know to bring their wrappers/containers back inside the classroom to return to their lunchbox or throw perishables into the compost/garbage bin)

 

On the horizon:

• We will be emailing you a link to a short digital survey to help us prepare for our Parents as Partners conference on Sept. 27th; please take a moment to fill it out before your conference
• Parents as Partners conference information will be sent home next week
• Our first round of Show and Share will begin on Monday (please see the notice that was sent home yesterday).

We look forward to meeting each of you soon… welcome to Division 12!

Mrs. Basso and Mrs. Walji