Wear your pink shirt to school on Wednesday, February 26th for Anti-bullying day!
Join us for the Parents as Partners Conference on Saturday, March 28, 2020!
This all-inclusive conference is organized by TDSB parents for TDSB parents, guardians and caregivers. Participate in workshops, network with parents and community agencies and learn new strategies to support your child’s success. https://www.parentsaspartners.ca/
Who:
ALL parents/guardians/caregivers of TDSB students are invited and welcome to attend.
What:
Parents as Partners Conference 2020 is a FREE conference. Whether your child is just beginning on their educational journey in elementary school or closer to graduation and planning for the future, there are informative and empowering sessions for parents/guardians/caregivers of students of all ages and stages of education.
Where:
Toronto Congress Centre, 650 Dixon Rd, Etobicoke, Ontario
Why:
The Parents as Partners Conference 2020 is planned by parents, for parents and we are so pleased to be able to offer a selection of sessions that cover a broad range of topics to provide parents with useful information and resources to help your child improve their achievement and well-being at school and at home.
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Kindergarten Registration Dates:
February 14-28, 2020 from 8:00 am - 11:20 am.
Welcome to Ecole Owen Public School kindergarten registration. Please call the school (416.395.2740) to make an appointment. If you missed the registration days, please come by the office during the school day to register your child.- Kindergarten - About the Program
- Kindergarten - Frequently Asked Questions
- Kindergarten - Home Tips: Getting Ready for School
Kindergarten Parent Information Night - Date TBD (Library)
There will be a session for new Kindergarten parents in the spring. Come and see what the Kindergarten program entails at Owen PS. To help cover as many topics possible, feel free to add your questions to the survey prior to the session. A link will be activated just before the session.
There will be a session for new Kindergarten parents in the spring. Come and see what the Kindergarten program entails at Owen PS. To help cover as many topics possible, feel free to add your questions to the survey prior to the session. A link will be activated just before the session.
Save the date!
Kindergarten Orientation visits will occur in May/June for parents and students who have already registered at Owen. It's a great opportunity for new students and parents to become familiar with the routines and expectations in kindergarten. Teachers and support staff will be available to answer any questions while your child explores the activities in the classroom. A link to a sign up sheet will be sent in May to register.
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Cultural Heritage Month Display
Thank you to our families who have created the amazing displays in our main hallway to showcase the traditions and celebrations of our families. Currently on display is an African Heritage display and Chinese New Year.
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Club Schedule
Thank you to our families who have created the amazing displays in our main hallway to showcase the traditions and celebrations of our families. Currently on display is an African Heritage display and Chinese New Year.
Club Schedule
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TDSB Days of Significance
Feb 2020
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1
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Imbolc
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Wicca/Pagan
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African Heritage Month
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3
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Setsubun
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Buddhism - Shinto
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Chinese Heritage Month
See Also Asian Heritage (May)
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6
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Bob Marley Day
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Jamaican Canadian Association
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Black Queering Month
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6
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International Day of Zero Tolerance on Female Genital Cutting/Mutilation
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World Health Organization
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10-14
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Sexual and Reproductive Health Awareness Week
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Action Canada for Sexual Health and Rights
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15
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Buddha’s Death – (Nirvana Day)
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Buddhism – Various Sects
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15
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Meeting of Our Lord
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Christianity - Russian Orthodox
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17
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Family Day
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Ontario Government
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20
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World Day of Social Justice
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United Nations
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21
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International Mother Language Day
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United Nations
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21
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Maha Shivaratri
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Hinduism
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25-27
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Losar New Year
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Buddhism - Tibetan, Nepal, Bhutan
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26
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Ash Wednesday (1st Day of Lent)
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Christianity
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Feb 26-29
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Ayyám-i-Há
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Baha’i
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March 2020
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2
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Clean Monday
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Christianity – Eastern Orthodox
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Greek Heritage Month
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8
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International Women’s and United Nations Day for Women’s Rights and International Peace
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United Nations
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9-10
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Holi*
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Hinduism
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10-12
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Holla Mohalla
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Sikhism
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10
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Purim*
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Judaism
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12
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Kuan Yin Birthday (Guan Yin)
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Buddhism - Taiwanese
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13
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L. Ron Hubbard’s Birthday
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Church of Scientology
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14
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Sikh New Year
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Sikhism
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20
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Ohigan (Spring Equinox)
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Japanese National Holiday
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21
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International Day for the Elimination of Racial
Discrimination
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United Nations
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20
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Ostara (Spring Equinox)
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Wicca/Pagan
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20
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Persian New Year (Eid-e-Navroz)
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Baha’i/Zoroastrian
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21-22
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Persian New Year (National Holiday)
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Iranian Government
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22
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Isra’a Wal Miraj*
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Islam
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22
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World Water Day
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United Nations
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24
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Saka New Year (Nyepi)
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Hinduism
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25
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Feast of the Annunciation
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Christianity – Eastern Orthodox and Western
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21 April
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Mid Sha’ban*
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Islam
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Sikh Heritage Month
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25
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Ugandi (New Year)
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Hinduism
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26
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Prophet Asho Zartosht’s Birthday
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Zoroastrian
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