Dear Parents/Guardians,
We had an exciting week at Owen. Our Director of Education, Colleen Russell-Rawlings came for a visit on Thursday to meet with students and staff and see all the great things going on at Owen! Director Russell-Rawlings had an opportunity to interact with our students and asked questions like:
- What are you learning?
- Why is it important?
- How will you know if you’re successful?
- Do you feel you belong in your school and classroom?
Students also had an opportunity to ask her questions. When they were told that the Director's picture was at the front of their agenda, they were so excited to meet her in person. She was a celebrity!
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We were also very lucky to have Mme Mera be presented with the TDSB pin to celebrate her 25 years of service with the board. What an honour it was to receive this directly from the Director of Education!
A very exciting week!
~ Your Friendly Neighbourhood Admin Team
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Thank you and Welcome staff
We would like to thank Ms Soña, DECE for her care and time spent with our Owen students in Ms Buchanan's class. We would like to wish her all the best at her new school!
We'd like to give a big thank you to Mr Vernon who has been taking on the role for almost a year. We appreciate all that he has done to advocate for Owen and still glad he will be with us back in his regular role.
Thank you Mr Vernon and we look forward to getting to know Mr Scott!
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Lunch and After School Programs
Parents picking up students from the after school programs are to communicate with the providers directly regarding pick up, not the school. Providers will be responsible to ensure students are picked up by parents/guardians.
Providers do offer some subsidies. If you are in financial need and require a partial subsidy, please contact the provider or Ms Rosenbloom.
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Owen Spiritwear
Please order directly on Cash On Line starting Tuesday October 25th, 2022.
Deadline to place order is just 2 weeks away - Monday November 7th 2022.
All orders received by deadline will be received before December Holiday break.
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Gr 5 Boys TDESSA
North Conference Soccer Champions
The Grade 5 Boys Soccer team had a busy week, playing on Tuesday and Wednesday. They are the North Conference Champions and are moving on to the City Finals this Tuesday. Good luck! Thank you Ms Kuzic and Mike for your guidance and training!
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We are proud of our Cross Country Superstars!
Congratulations to the Cross Country members who ran in Wednesday's North Conference Finals. The Grade 3 girls placed third overall (101 teams). We have two runners, Avery and Nate, moving on to compete in the City Finals this Wednesday. Good luck!
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A New Hula Hoop Record has been set!
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Covid-19 Public Health Measures and Advice
With covid and flu season here, please see the following link to Learn how to protect yourself, your family and your community from COVID-19 and other respiratory illnesses.
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Photo Re-Take Day - November 1st 2022
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Pumpkin Carving Contest
It's time to get creative while reading Owen Families! We will be hosting our annual Pumpkin Painting Contest based on your favourite book characters. All pumpkins submitted will be kept on display in the front hall for all to see. Classes will also have an opportunity to vote for their favourite pumpkin, so get your creative juices flowing!
Some pictures/examples are below.
Some rules to remember:
1) Pumpkins should be painted, not carved, as they will be kept on display.
2) Please include your child's name, class, and the character and book that the pumpkin is based on. This can be written in sharpie on the bottom of the pumpkin or on a card attached to the pumpkin.
3) All pumpkins must be submitted by Friday October 28th.
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Early French Immersion Information:
Applications for Early French Immersion "must be completed online between October 31 and November 25, 2022.
Please note:
An offer of placement in the program (not a specific school) is guaranteed to all on-time applicants.
Families with an older sibling currently in an Early French Immersion program are still required to complete an online application for the new student."
Visit the TDSB website for more information about Early French Immersion, Virtual & In-Person Information Sessions or the Application Process.
The first Information Webinar is on November 9, 2022 at 7 pm
CLICK HERE TO JOIN THE WEBINAR ON NOVEMBER 9
There will be another on November 16, 2022 at 10 am
CLICK HERE TO JOIN THE WEBINAR ON NOVEMBER 16
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Claude Watson School of the Arts
(Grades 4 - 8)
Each year, 60 students are admitted into the Grade 4 program. Students spend approximately half their day on academic curriculum (language, French, math, science, social studies, health and physical education) and the other half is spent immersed in the Arts. All students participate in dance, drama, music and visual arts. In Grade 5, students are introduced to digital arts.
In November 2022, students may apply for admission to Grades 4, 5, 6, 7 and 8. Students will be admitted in Grades 5 - 8 if space is available.
In November 2022, students may apply for admission to Grades 4, 5, 6, 7 and 8. Students will be admitted in Grades 5 - 8 if space is available.
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CyberARTS - Virtual Information Night
November 23rd @6:00 pm
Please join us at Don Mills Middle School for our CyberARTS Information Night Presentation.
Our goal is to help you make an informed decision about enrolling your child into our specialized program here at Don Mills Middle School.
Visit their website for more information.
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Parent Council Meeting Dates (hybrid)
Save the Dates!
November 16, 2022
6:30 pm - 8:00 pm
Please check the Owen Calendar for the zoom link for those participating virtually.
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Next Pizza Lunch is on Thursday October 27th
The dates for Pizza Lunch are:
Thurs Oct 27
Thurs Nov 3, 10, 17 and 24
Thurs Dec 1 and 8
Thank you so much to the parent volunteers who came out to help with pizza lunch this past Thursday. We appreciate your hard work and dedication to the school. Our students were so happy.
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Days of Significance
October is:
- Hispanic Heritage Month (City of Toronto)
- International Walk to School Month
- Islamic Heritage Month
- Somalian Heritage Month
- Women’s History Month
We are always looking for families to create displays in our front foyer to share their special cultural holidays. If you would like to share your special holiday, please contact the office and we'll arrange a time for you and some students to help with the display.
Some Days of Significance in the coming week are:
If you have a particular day that you would like to bring our attention to, please contact hella.richter-glinos@tdsb.on.ca.
The list of Days of Significance that the TDSB recognizes can be found by clicking the link.
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Student News
See what are students have been up to lately
Congratulations William for winning the Best Actor Award for the Newmarket International Festival of One Act Plays
Great math learning in Gr 2
Many paths can lead to the same destination. Some students used base 10 blocks, others used traditional algorithm and some used mental math strategies to solve this question.
C'est l'automne!
Budding artists
If you have photos, student work or family activities you would like to share on the Owen Online for next week, please email them to hella.richter-glinos@tdsb.on.ca .
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