Grenoble PSDecember eNewsletter

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Principal: Melissa CarsonVice-Principals: Gina McMichael,

Mike SmithOffice Administrator: Rosemarie Sandy

Director of Education: John MalloySuperintendent: Ian Allison

Trustee: Gerri Gershon

1 December 2017

GRENOBLE PS – A DYNAMIC SCHOOL COMMITTED TO EXCELLENCE

School Hours

8:40 am to 3:15 pm

11:30 am – 12:30 pm lunch

Please remember to go to your child’s assigned door by going around the school after the bell rings. Thank you for helping us keep Grenoble students safe.

Updates were presented on the almost complete Viability Master Plan for the improvement of our school grounds; the positive impact of the new staggered recesses; progress reports; French Immersion deadlines; school happenings. We wish Ian Macpherson (Community Service Worker) best wishes in his new community and we welcome Molly McKinley as our new CSW worker.

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IN THIS ISSUE

Winter Is HereAs the 2016-2017 year comes to a close, we would like to thank our school community for all of their ongoing support. Your generosity through the “Me to We” food donations will help many families in need. At the same time, Grenoble is very appreciative of the financial support and donations provided by our many community partners.

We would like to thank Wynford and Forresters their thoughtfulness and generosity at this time of year. We also want to recognize our many community and parent volunteers that support our staff and students on a regular basis. Please know that your efforts enhance our school experiences. From all of us here at Grenoble, we wish you and your families a safe

and restful holiday break. Please remember that the last day of school is December 21. School resumes on January 8th, 2018.

School Council 2 Remembrance Day 2 Character Education 3Happenings at Grenoble 4

Students at Work 5 Trustee Report 6

Next Meeting: Thursday, 9 November 2018 @ 5:30 pm.

Location: Grenoble Public School In the Library

Babysitting is available for the evening in Room 101A

School Council Corner

Grenoble Students Remember

Our Primary and Junior students acknowledged Remembrance Day on November 10pay homage to those who suffered for our freedom. The students above did a fantastic job at leading the assembly for each of the divisions. Thank you to all for an outstanding presentation! Special thanks to all the teachers who helped to contribute to this experience for our students.

Character Education Winners

For the month of December, we will be focusing on “Kindness and Caring”.

What is Kindness and Caring?

Showing understanding of others by treating them with compassion, generosity and a forgiving spirit Being gentle, willing to help, friendly and considerate Showing concern or sympathy for others Being sensitive to the needs of others Offering support Giving your time, talents and resources to help others Talking positively about others Considering the needs of others, not just your own

What does Kindness and Caring look like?

Smiling at those you know and those you don’t know Saying “Good Morning” Reminding someone who is feeling down about how special he or she is Saving to buy something nice for someone Donating to a charity

Character Education Winners

For the month of December, we will be focusing on “Kindness and Caring”.

What is Kindness and Caring?

Showing understanding of others by treating them with compassion, generosity and a forgiving spirit Being gentle, willing to help, friendly and considerate Showing concern or sympathy for others Being sensitive to the needs of others Offering support Giving your time, talents and resources to help others Talking positively about others Considering the needs of others, not just your own

What does Kindness and Caring look like?

Smiling at those you know and those you don’t know Saying “Good Morning” Reminding someone who is feeling down about how special he or she is Saving to buy something nice for someone Donating to a charity

Happenings at Grenoble

The Math Night, held on November 28th, was a huge success! Parents and students enjoyed an evening of problem solving activities and games. It was great to see so many parents out with their children solving problems and playing games. A huge thank you to the math committee for organizing the event and to all the teachers who volunteered their time to build our community.

Extended French Applications

Important Information: Please note that the process for applying for the Junior French program for Grade 4 has changed. This year, if your child is in Grade 3, he/she will receive an information package. Your application must be submitted online and a response email will be sent to you. You MUST reply to the email in order to confirm your acceptance. No information evenings will happen at Grenoble. The package will include different high school locations, across the city, where parents can attend to find out information and to ask questions or you can join the Virtual Information Chat one evening. The time line for applying online is between January 8, 2018 – February 8, 2018. Packages will be coming home during the week of December 18Visit www.tdsb.on.ca/pars to apply.

Fleming change of address

Grenoble Students Hard at Work…

Students learn about geography and social issues by playing on a large world map

Ms. Vink and Ms. Arrowood post student word problems outside their classroom for students to contribute their thinking.

Ripley’s has generously donated over 900 books for our students which will help them engage in their nightly reading at home. Each student received his/her own book to share with their family members.

Way to go Grenoble Students!!!!!

This year, 1166 pounds of food was raised for Flemington Food Bank to help those in need during the holiday season. Congratulations to everyone for their contributions. Thank you to Ms. Vink and the Me to We Club for their efforts. Many people will benefit because of your initiative.

Stay on the lookout for our new TV which will be mounted in the front foyer. Best Buy has donated a screen which will enable us to communicate information and showcase many of the events that happen at Grenoble as well as activities that students are taking part in.

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Kindergarten classes showcase their wonderings about pumpkins. Inquiry Based Learning at its best!

Community News

Art is alive at Grenoble. Mr. Beattie’s Grade 3 students created their own renditions of Munch’s “The Scream” and Mondrian’s famous geometric designs.

Hello Everyone,

I hope you will be able to join me at my next Community Coffee Get Together, just one week from today. As always, feel free to bring a friend - I look forward to seeing you all!

Taking a glance at 2018, I am also looking forward to the Joint Ward Forum I am hosting on January 23rd, along with fellow Trustees Jennifer Arp (Ward 8)TDSB's Director of Education, Dr. John Malloy, who will be on hand to answer your questions. More details will be shared in the new year. 

In the meanwhile, I hope to see you all on December 14th!

- Gerri