Principal: Jason Ieraci Vice-Principal: Claire Firgau Office Manager: Darlene Lima Superintendent: Paul Da Silva (905) 366-8800 Trustees: Sue Lawton, Ward 3 & 4 (905) 625-8084 Rick Williams, Ward 5 (905) 814-6180 Robert Crocker, Ward 6 & 11 (416) 528-1312 Fairwind Senior Public School 5235 Fairwind Drive Mississauga, ON L5R 3L2 Follow us on Twitter @fairwindps APRIL 2018 2017-2018 e are now well into our final term. It has been a busy spring, our school teams and houseleagues have been in full Page 1ion. UPCOMING DATES April 11—Day of Pink April 12—Gr. 7 Immunizations April 23—Fairwind Book Swap April 25-26—Gr. 8 Dental Screening April 26—Fairwind Wellness Evening 6:30—8:00 pm May 8—School Council Meeting May 9-11—Gr. 8 Ottawa trip May 14-15—Gr. 7 Fort York trip May 28-31—Gr. 6 EQAO Date: Tuesday, June 26, 2018 Time: 10:30 am Location: Mississauga Grand Banquet & Convention Centre, Mississauga MORE DETAILS TO FOLLOW YEARBOOKS Last Call This is your last chance to purchase a 2017-2018 yearbook! Yearbooks will be sold between April 16-April 27 on SchoolCashOnLine. The year- book costs $15 and is full of pictures and memories from this school year. Yearbooks are not available in June so don’t miss out. Buy your yearbook before it is too late. HEALTH AND WELLNESS EVENING FAMILY FUN NIGHT Thursday, April 26 th 6:15-8:00 PM Join us at Fairwind Senior PS for a free family event An evening of physical activities, healthy information, food, games, and fun for the entire family 6:15-7:15 PM - Welcome and Keynote Speaker 7:15-8:00 PM - Education/Wellness Stations Nutrition Wellness/Mindful Breathing Art Collaborative Games Feel Good, Look Good Groove Healthy Movement There will be door prizes at the end of the evening.
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Principal:
Jason Ieraci
Vice-Principal:
Claire Firgau
Office Manager:
Darlene Lima
Superintendent: Paul Da Silva (905) 366-8800 Trustees: Sue Lawton, Ward 3 & 4 (905) 625-8084 Rick Williams, Ward 5 (905) 814-6180 Robert Crocker, Ward 6 & 11 (416) 528-1312
Fairwind Senior Public School 5235 Fairwind Drive
Mississauga, ON L5R 3L2
Follow us on Twitter @fairwindps
APRIL 2018 2017-2018
e are now well into our final term. It has been a busy spring, our school teams and houseleagues have been in full Page 1ion.
UPCOMING DATES
April 11—Day of Pink April 12—Gr. 7 Immunizations April 23—Fairwind Book Swap April 25-26—Gr. 8 Dental Screening April 26—Fairwind Wellness Evening 6:30—8:00 pm May 8—School Council Meeting May 9-11—Gr. 8 Ottawa trip May 14-15—Gr. 7 Fort York trip May 28-31—Gr. 6 EQAO
Date: Tuesday, June 26, 2018
Time: 10:30 am
Location: Mississauga Grand
Banquet & Convention Centre,
Mississauga
MORE DETAILS TO FOLLOW
YEARBOOKS Last Call
This is your last chance to purchase a 2017-2018 yearbook! Yearbooks will be sold between April 16-April 27 on SchoolCashOnLine. The year-book costs $15 and is full of pictures and memories from this school year. Yearbooks are not available in June so don’t miss out. Buy your yearbook before it is too late.
HEALTH AND
WELLNESS EVENING
FAMILY FUN NIGHT
Thursday, April 26th
6:15-8:00 PM
Join us at Fairwind Senior PS
for a free family event An evening of physical
activities, healthy information, food, games, and fun for the
There will be door prizes at the end of the evening.
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IMPORTANT CHANGES COMING TO SAFEARRIVAL SYSTEM
IN MAY 2018 The Peel District School Board is currently using the SafeArrival system by Synervoice Technologies. As Synervoice has been sold to West Communications, there will be slight changes to our SafeArrival system and how you will report your child’s absence from school. The phone number to report your child’s absence will stay the same, but there are a few other changes. Beginning May 14, 2018, all elementary school parents/guardians need to report their child’s full-day absences, late arrivals and/or early departures from school via our new School Messenger SafeArrival system.
The phone number will stay the same: 1-855-209-6155
Website has changed to: go.schoolmessenger.ca
Download a new app: School Messenger App (from Google or Apple) (please be sure to delete the old Safe Arrival app after May 11)
Please continue to use our current Synervoice system until Friday, May 11, 2018. The new School Messenger SafeArrival will be live on Monday, May 14, 2018. Important to note: The transition to a new company and system will require parents to set up a new account with School Messenger SafeArrival as data will not be transferred from the old system to the new. More information on how and when to set-up your new account will be coming in the next month.
SPRING
SCHOLASTIC
BOOK FAIR IS HERE!
We are once again hosting a Spring Scholastic Book Fair, complete with brand new and exciting novels, graphic novels, and non-fiction books. Sales will be held in the library from Monday, April 9 to Tuesday, April 17. Students will have opportunities to check out the Fair and make their purchases during class time, lunch, and after school. Acceptable payment methods for purchases are cash, cheque (payable to Fairwind Snr PS), debit and credit card.
FAIRWIND DANCE CREW
On Thursday, March 8, 2018 the Fairwind Dance Crew spent the day at the Living Arts Centre for a dress rehearsal for the Peel Dance Show-case that was held later that evening. Starting in December, the Dance Crew practiced before school every Tuesday and Thursday morning preparing for the showcase. Their dance was called “Right Now”. It was about how today’s youth should live in the moment and it promoted empowering each other and doing the right thing. They even had a peaceful protest in the middle of their presentation. There was a video created, showcasing our Fairwind Dance Crew, to go along with their dance piece. The video was projected on a large screen and played simultaneously while they danced in front of it. Their performance was fabulous and they represented Fairwind with pride both on and off the stage, true representatives of the theme they wanted to portray. The Fairwind Dance Crew would like to thank the many staff, friends and family for their support, as well as those who bought shirts to support their message.
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EQAO
During the last week of May and first week of June students across the province will be participating in the Grades 3 and 6 Assessment of Reading, Writing and Mathematics. The Grade 6 assessment is composed of six sub-tests. Each test takes approximately one hour to complete. The Education Quality and Accountability Office (EQAO) will mark these tests over the summer and the results will be returned to the school in the Fall. The information gathered will provide insights on how best to support student learning at Fairwind. All Grade 6 teachers have been extensively preparing students for this test in Math and Language activities in both core classes. Parents wishing to further help their children prepare for this test may consult the Ministry website by following this link: www.eqao.com and clicking on parent resources. Fairwind students will be assessed on May 28 to May 31, 2018. It is important that parents ensure that their Grade 6 students are present on these days. Parents are asked not to schedule appointments with doctors or dentists during this time so that their children can receive a complete EQAO assessment.
RAISING RESILIENCE
Resilience is an important part of well-being. It is being able to ‘bounce back’ from difficult times, setbacks, and other significant challenges. It includes being able to deal effectively with pressure, and get through tough times. Raising Resilience Tip: Accept children & youth for who they are Children and youth are more likely to be resilient if they feel accepted for who they are. Acceptance means we must resist the temptation to judge and criticize. When people feel validated they feel worthy and valued, which means when they encounter setbacks they will have the confidence to try again.
Letting children know specifically what you love about them or why you are proud of them can bolster resilience.
“I am so proud of how you treat others with respect. The way you encouraged your classmates outside the school this afternoon made them feel so special!”
“You worked so hard at that activity today. I know you didn’t come first, but all that matters is that you tried hard – and it looked to me like you gave it everything you had!”
When we let people know we accept and care for them, and offer them specifics, they feel like they can conquer anything!
On Wednesday, April 11, 2018, Peel District School Board schools will recognize Day of Pink. Unlike Pink shirt Day, which is meant to combat all forms of bullying, we celebrate Day of Pink in Peel to specifically combat homophobia and transphobia. “Equity and inclusion is something that all Peel schools teach throughout the year and discuss with students daily—it is embedded in everything we do,” says Peter Joshua, director of education. “Day of Pink is just one more way for us to ensure students and staff learn, work and develop in environments that are safe, equitable, inclusive, respectful and nurturing for all.” Day of Pink began when a high school student in Cambridge, Nova Scotia, was bullied with homophobic language because he wore a pink shirt to school. The next day, hundreds of students at his school stood up to bullying and wore pink to school to show their support for equity and inclusion. On this day, students, staff and families from across Peel may wear pink and participate in a number of activities to celebrate diversity and inclusion.
PIZZA DAYS
APRIL/MAY/JUNE
Our final Pizza session runs every Wednesday from April 4th to June 20th.
FOOD ALLERGIES
Due to food allergies, please be reminded that NO FOOD is to be brought to school by parents or students for sharing with the class. Thank you for your co-operation.
THE GREAT GULP!
On Wednesday, March 28, 2018 Fairwind staff and students participated in “The Great Gulp”, an event sponsored by the Region of Peel to help create awareness about the importance of Peel drinking water in our lives. All students were encouraged to bring a reusable water bottle for the day filled with tap water. Morning announcements breaking down myths and facts about tap water were read and Colour House points were earned by all those who participated. Thank you to the Student Parliament Environment Committee for your help with this initiative!
POPCORN
SALES
Popcorn sales have begun! Every Friday popcorn will be sold for $2.00/bag over the lunch hour. This year we are using the From Farm to Table vendor, which uses locally grown corn that is GMO free, peanut free and gluten free. Flavours include: Butter and Salt, Salt and Vinegar and White Cheddar. Thank you to the Me to We Committee for all your help with the sales! All funds raised will go toward supporting student activities and to buy extra resources for our school.
Celebrate Administrative Professionals’ Day Wednesday, April 25, 2018
Peel schools will pay tribute to administrative professionals on Administrative Professionals’ Day on April 25, 2018. The Peel board appreciates the important job administrative staff do each school day and April 25 provides an opportunity to give these individuals the recognition they deserve. We would like to thank Ms. Lima, Ms. D’Souza and Ms. Nagy for all the support they give our school community.
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PEEL BOARD CELEBRATES PUBLIC EDUCATION DURING
EDUCATION WEEK – APRIL 23 TO 27 Peel public schools will host hundreds of special activities and events to celebrate Education Week 2018. To give schools plenty of time to hold activities, this celebration of education will be held from April 23 to 27. The theme for this year's focus on education is We Inspire.
In addition to inviting parents and community residents to visit their classrooms during the week, Peel schools are hosting open houses, plays/musicals, storytelling, environmental activities, awards assemblies, talent shows and much more.
One of the highlights of Education Week is the presentation of Awards of Excellence. The award recipients are students, volunteers, staff and community partners who have made outstanding contributions to public education in Peel. The awards will be presented to 33 deserving recipients at the Showcase of Excellence ceremony on Monday, April 30 at 7:30 p.m. in the boardroom, HJA Brown Education Centre, 5650 Hurontario St., Mississauga.
More than 1,000 individuals will also be honoured during Education Week with Awards of Distinction for their contributions to their school or workplace.
HELP US TO ENCOURAGE AND ENHANCE
PARENT INVOLVEMENT IN PEEL
Apply for a position on the board's Parent Involvement Committee
The Peel board’s Parent Involvement Committee (PIC) meets regularly throughout the school year to review the board’s plans for parent involvement as they relate to parent, family and community engagement, and to make suggestions to schools, councils and the board regarding additional parent outreach.
As mandated by the ministry, the purpose of Peel board's PIC is to:
support, encourage, and enhance meaningful parental involvement within schools and across the district, including, outreach to parents who find involvement more challenging
work collaboratively with the school board to support student success
seek out the advice and ideas of school councils, and other parents and partners as they plan and implement strategies to involve more parents at the regional level
develop strategies for enhancing parental engagement and outreach
Parent application packages will be made available by April 11, 2018 at www.peelschools.org/PIC.
WHAT IS SPECIAL EDUCATION ADVISORY COMMITTEE (SEAC) Special Education Advisory Committee (SEAC) is a legislated committee that makes recommendations to the board on matters affecting the education programs and services for students with special needs. SEAC meets monthly during the school year and consists of three trustees and representatives from organizations within Peel. An important focus for SEAC members is to bring forward the views of their organizations and assist parents in navigating the school system. You can reach out to your trustees or the appropriate organization to discuss any matters regarding special education or join us at one of our monthly meetings. All meetings are open to the public and include a set time for questions from the community. For more information about SEAC and the meeting schedule visit, http://peelschools.org/parents/specialed/specedac/Pages/default.aspx
Do you know an adult that is interested in improving their English language skills for work, study or daily life?
Through the Continuing & Adult Education department, the Peel District School Board offers a wide variety of English language classes that help parents experience success in Canadian English in both listening/speaking and reading/writing. Courses are designed for a range of basic, intermediate and advanced English (Levels 1 to 8) as well as the more experienced learner needing to prepare for an IELTS exam.
Classes are ongoing - Register anytime.
All learners that complete a session will earn a certificate of learning from the Peel District School Board.
Classes operate from six locations in Brampton and Mississauga with three specially designed adult centres at:
Bramalea—Adult Education Centre—25 Kings Cross Road, Unit 3
Brampton—Adult Education Centre—#300—7700 Hurontario Street
Mississauga—Adult Education Centre—100 Elm Drive West, Room 117
To learn more or to register, call 905-270-6000, then press 2
Also visit www.peelschools.org/adulteducation or follow us on Twitter: @PDSBLearnESL
PARENTCONNECT
Online parent portal to access important student information
The Peel District School Board is excited to announce the launch of ParentConnect, an online parent portal to access important student information. The pilot program was introduced at select schools and phased in to all Peel schools on Feb. 23, 2018.
What is ParentConnect? ParentConnect is a safe and secure website, created by the Peel District School Board, that acts as a single point to stay informed and to access all electronic services provided to Peel board parents and legal guardians. The parent-friendly website will allow you to:
view school-based alerts and information
access real time absence reporting
view current and historic elementary report card information
get up-to-date busing information
review secondary school credit history and diploma status
and more
To learn more about the benefits of ParentConnect, visit our school website or www.peelschools.org/parentconnect
