Friday, 26 May 2017

School Council BBQ & CARNIVAL FOOD ORDERS

If you are ordering food to eat at the School Council BBQ/Carnival on Thursday June 1, the deadline to order food for the BBQ is fast approaching.  School cash online will only remain open until Sunday evening.  Please place your orders this weekend.  

Unfortunately, there can be  NO LATE ORDERS.  


Fidget Spinners


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Hello parents/guardians,

Fidget spinners are making their way into classrooms here at Silver Stream.  In a few situations, they can be appropriately used as a fidget toy for a few of our students.  The majority of time, they are a distraction from learning and  students are asked to put them away during class time.  If your child brings a fidget spinner to school, we would appreciate your support at home in letting your child know that the spinner should be stored safely in a knapsack during class time.  Please ensure that your child understands that if a fidget spinner is brought to school, it is at risk of  becoming lost/misplaced. Unfortunately there will be no time given to assist in finding lost spinners.  
We have also had incidents of students buying or "renting" fidget spinners from other students. Teachers are monitoring this but please ensure that your child does not have money to bring to school and is not buying or renting fidget spinners.  Generally, students should not bring money to school.  

Thank you for your support and understanding. 


Early Dismissal Thursday June 29

All schools in the York Region District School Board are committed to improving student achievement and well-being.  On Thursday, June 29, 2017, an early release day will take place to allow elementary teachers and support staff to take part in meetings during the afternoon of that day.  These meetings will allow for school staff to engage in culminating activities regarding the review and revision of the School’s Improvement Plan as well as year-end and transition activities that support student success.
 
As has been our practice in the past, students will attend school during the morning of Thursday, June 29, 2017 only.  Students will be dismissed early that day at 11:05am.  Arrangements will be made to ensure that students who are normally bused to and from school will receive transportation at this time.  Parents/guardians whose children attend after school child care should make appropriate arrangements to address this change in schedule.


Wednesday, 24 May 2017

Jump Rope for Heart REVISED

Since the weather forecast is looking like rain on Thursday, we are re-scheduling our JUMP ROPE FOR HEART event to Friday May 26 afternoon.   Please ensure your children dress appropriate for the weather and apply sunscreen. 

Tuesday, 23 May 2017

Thursday, 18 May 2017

REMINDER: No School on Monday May 22

Track and Field FRIDAY for grade 4 to 8

Our Track and Field event is on FRIDAY for all of our Grade 4 to 8 students.  Please ensure that your child arrives at school dressed appropriately and in layers  for the weather. Students should bring a reusable water bottle to stay hydrated and apply sunscreen.  

Monday, 15 May 2017

Silver Stream PS BBQ & Carnival JUNE 1

Parents/Guardians, 
Coming soon to School Cash Online, you will be able to order food for our School Council BBQ & Carnival.   Looking forward to gathering our families for this event. 



REVISED: Gr 4-8 TRACK & FIELD FRIDAY May 19

Friday, 12 May 2017

Gr 4 - 8 Track and Field day THURSDAY

Climate Survey for Parents

Parents/guardians are invited to participate in a survey before May 19. This survey provides an important opportunity for parent/guardian voice. Results will be used to guide planning to support student achievement and well-being.

The English version of the survey is available online and the link to the survey has been emailed to you today as well.  Paper surveys are available in English, Simplified Chinese, Traditional Chinese, Farsi, Gujarati, Hebrew, Korean, Punjabi, Russian, Sri Lankan Tamil, Urdu and Vietnamese. Please contact the school to request a paper copy.

We value your input and encourage you to complete the survey. The information you provide will be anonymous, considered confidential and kept in strict accordance with all relevant legislation.  Please contact the school if you have any questions.

School Council Meeting Tuesday May 16 at 7pm

Jump Rope for Heart at Silver Stream PS


Thursday, 11 May 2017

Congratulations to our Badminton Team!

On May 10th, the Silver Stream Intermediate badminton team came in second overall at the Area tournament. We were able to claim third place for Boys doubles, second and fourth place for Girls doubles, and second place for Mixed doubles. Congratulations to all of our athletes for their amazing effort! We are fortunate to be sending three teams to the Regional tournament on May 16th. Go Falcons!

  

Tuesday, 9 May 2017

Silver Stream BBQ and Carnival ~ SAVE THE DATE!

Save the Date!

Silver Stream End of Year BBQ and Carnival!

Date: Thursday June 1st, 2017
Time: 5 pm to 8 pm

Delicious BBQ, Giant inflatable obstable course, Games, Jumping castles, Face painting, DJ, and much more ... 

Stay tuned for more details and ticket sales information


Thursday, 4 May 2017

High 5 ME to WE Rafiki Bracelets

On behalf of our High Five Committee at Silver Stream, we will be selling ME to WE rafiki bracelets for $10 each.

How Did ME to WE Start?

Humanitarians, activists and social entrepreneurs, brothers Craig and Marc Kielburger believe that together, WE can change the world. Over 20 years ago, they set out on a bold mission: to work with developing communities to free children and their families from poverty and exploitation. Their vision expanded to include empowering youth at home, connecting them with global issues and social causes, and partnering with schools to inspire young change-makers from within the classroom. And with the launch of ME to WE, they created an innovative social enterprise that provides products that make an impact, empowering people to change the world with their everyday consumer choices.
All proceeds from the sale of the rafikis will go towards providing water and education to people in Haiti.
Once the rafikis arrive at Silver Stream, we will start to sell them right away so make sure your child has $10 to help make a difference. We will be selling the rafikis in front of the library every morning recess at 10:05.  Each one is put together uniquely so your child does not need to worry about getting the same bracelet twice. You can purchase as many rafikis as you want,  all for a good cause.


If you and child would like to make a difference, then come and purchase a Rafiki bracelet as soon as they arrive. So get your $10 ready!


Monday, 1 May 2017

YRDSB Survey for Parents/Guardians


Parents/guardians are invited to participate in a survey before May 19. This survey provides an important opportunity for parent/guardian voice. Results will be used to guide planning to support student achievement and well-being.

The English version of the survey is available online and the link to the survey has been emailed to you today as well.  Paper surveys are available in English, Simplified Chinese, Traditional Chinese, Farsi, Gujarati, Hebrew, Korean, Punjabi, Russian, Sri Lankan Tamil, Urdu and Vietnamese. Please contact the school to request a paper copy.

We value your input and encourage you to complete the survey. The information you provide will be anonymous, considered confidential and kept in strict accordance with all relevant legislation.  Please contact the school if you have any questions.

Triple P Parenting Program