Good Morning!

Today is Friday April 24th 2020 Day 1

Simcoe County District School Board acknowledges that we are situated on the traditional land of the Anishnaabeg people. We acknowledge the enduring presence of First Nation, Métis and Inuit people on this land and are committed to moving forward in the spirit of reconciliation and respect.

Please stand for the playing of O’ Canada

Happy Birthday to...

Archer F. Morgan G.Ava L. Emery R.

We hope you celebrate big!

And on the weekend to…Harmony E. Ethan J.

This month’s character trait is

Mental Health Supports

New Path Youth and Family Services

We’re here to help! Counselling is available by phone. Please call us at 705-725-7656

Need Immediate Help?

Call the Mental Health Crisis Line: 1-888-893-8333

Birchview Dunes’Child and Youth WorkerMrs. Tammy BouchardConnect If you just need a

check-in, I am available to connect with parents and

student. Here is my email -

tbouchard@scdsb.on.ca

BLACK OUT

POETRY

An example of Black Out Poetry

https://docs.google.com/presentation/d/11m3-5nCEvdoF4HnEouiWPKf8atRn1dmk4U9eLhGhTr4/edit#slide=id.p

Check out this link for directions on how to make your own. (grade 3-8)

Share your poem with Ms Kaufman jkaufman@scdsb.on.ca

MIndful MomentsHere is a fun activity to help calm our mind and keep us focused. Keeping a calm mind can be hard sometimes, but with a few ideas from here you are sure to find one that fits perfectly

Self Care is an important part of wellness!Take time and discover what helps you

to feel good and recharge.

Focus on healthy habits and routines.

Some of the things we do for our physical health, like getting enough sleep, eating well, and exercising are also good for our mental health.

Family Math Time...

We hope you have enjoyed this math challenge this week Blazers and maybe had a few winning hands too!

Stay tuned to Monday’s announcements for a new Family Math Time activity!!!

...some Friday recognition to share...

...thank you to all our families who continue to support their children with distance learning...

...thank you to our wonderful staff that accepted the School Challenge from Cameron Street PS to raise some love for Frontline Workers and were able to hand out 150 gift cards to our local fire, paramedic and police stations and Superstore workers who continue to keep us safe.

Wishing our Blazers and families a safe and happy weekend!