Delegates from Jiangsu, China
On February 26th we welcomed 30 delegates from China. They came to observe practices in Canada to help inform their own learning. We had 4 students who speak Mandarin who were our Student Ambassadors to guide and translate for our visitors. They were able to see a short play in Ms Burchell's Gr 2 class and try out STEAM activities in Mme Balaban's Gr 3FI class.
As a thank you for the tour, they left us a scroll and art piece which were created by their students.
A great experience for all of us!
School Spirit Wear
School clothing can be purchased here...
STEAM Showcase - Save the Date!
Thursday, April 4th 5:30-7:30pm
Please join us for our STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts, Math) Showcase!
Thursday, April 4th 5:30-7:30pm
Please join us for our STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts, Math) Showcase!
From robotics to light shows to performances, our students have been working to produce some amazing pieces and we invite our parents and family members to see what we've been working on in our classrooms! Presentations will occur throughout the school from 5:30-7:30pm. Hope to see you then!
Kindergarten
Spring Concert
April 25 6:00 pm
Can’t wait to “sea” you there!
School Council Training
The Parent and Community Engagement Office is offering three webinars for school councils regarding understanding the basics of school councils, bylaws and school council effectiveness. The webinars will take place on the dates and times below. All webinars will be available via YouTube. Links are below but do not go live until the date listed.
Tuesday, March 26, 2019, 7:00 p.m.: School Council Bylaws http://youtu.be/HdKeeFxklzs
One can’t hope to have an effective School Council without a firm foundation. This webinar will take participants through the need-to-know of writing School Council Bylaws. Whether you’re looking to update your current document or to write a new one, this workshop will keep you focused on what’s important - and how to get there.
Wednesday, April 10, 2019, 7:00 p.m.: School Council Effectiveness http://youtu.be/LGMxJGulPQk
School Councils are most successful at engaging their families when they work effectively. This webinar examines how communication, committees and volunteers will connect with your community.
For more information, please contact Michelle Munroe at 416-397-3529 or michelle.munroe@tdsb.on.ca
Parent Conference
Parent Speaker Series
Wednesday, March 27th @6:00pm - Kids Have Stress Too -
Part 2
To register for these sessions, sign up at http://bit.ly/PSSkidsstress.
Coordinated Service Planning
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Traffic Safety & Parking
This is a friendly reminder that there is absolutely NO PARKING in the circular driveways at Owen PS. The front loop is for quick drop off and the back driveway is for buses only. Thanks to our amazing volunteers who keep our children safe each morning! The safety of Owen students is our first priority.
ONLINE REPORTING
If we have a license plate and/or description of the driver we can lay charges for moving violations, if the complainant is willing to go to court and can identify the driver.
If the complainant is not willing to go to court, we will send a letter to the registered owner about traffic safety.
Trustee Update
Topic: “Finding the Balance: When 'healthy' eating and exercise puts your child at risk"
- MARK YOUR CALENDARS! UPCOMING COFFEE MEETING DATES:
Coffee Mornings: March 26 and April 30, 9:15am to 11:30am
Coffee Evening: April 1, 7:00pm to 8:30pm
Location: Upstairs at Longo's, Leaside Location, 93 Laird Drive
- The Parents as Partners Conference 2019 is on Saturday, March 30.
All parents and caregivers are welcome.
Please click here for the latest updates and newsletters.
School Clubs and Committees
Extra curricular activities are offered by teachers outside instructional time to enhance students' learning and to create opportunities for leadership and community building. Student clubs and committees are offered throughout the year. This chart will be kept up to date of any new clubs/committees added throughout the year.
Name of Club
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Teachers Involved
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Student Grade/Division Applicable
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Location
(Rm number)
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Day of the Week
&
Time of Day
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FLL Club
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Ms Smyth
Ms Antoniou
Mme Vezina
Mme Hammond
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Grades 4-5
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Upstairs Room
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Wednesday and Thursday at Lunch
Fall 2018
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FLL Jr. Club
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Ms Smyth
Ms Antoniou
Mme Hammond
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Grade 3
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Upstairs Room
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Spring 2019
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Eco Club
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M. McArthur, Ms. Lam & Ms. Payne
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Grades 1-5
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111
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Tuesdays - 12:00 PM all year.
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Maths Club
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Mme Balaban
Mme Ching
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Grades 3-5
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110
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Wednesday -12 pm, October-March
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French Choir
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Mme Bourassa- Wilson
Mme Ching
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FI grades 1-5
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108-109
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Tuesdays
October - March
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Chess Club
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Ms Coutts
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Grades 2-5
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Upstairs room
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Nov - March, Mondays
Tournament is in March
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Graffiti Club
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M. Price
Ms. Montemurro
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Grades 2-5
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116
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Thursdays at lunch
October-June
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Poetry Club
(for submission to Urban Voices)
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Ms. Burchell
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Grades 3-5
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113
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December-January
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Dance Club
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Mme Hammond
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Grades 1-5
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Library/Gym
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January - April
Thursdays @ Lunch
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Recorder Club
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Ms. Jagger
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Grades 3-5
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E.S.L. room
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Thursdays @ Lunch
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Reading Club
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Ms. Jagger
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Grades 3-5
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E.S.L. room
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Mondays & Fridays
@ Lunch
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Spirit Council
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Mr. Miles
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Gr. 4/5
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Library
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As needed
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