May 4th, 2017
May 4, 2017 – Weekly School-Day Update
1.Upcoming Dates
May 5 – P.A. Day – no school for students (office will be closed)
May 8 – Coffee with Council – 8:00 a.m.
May 10 – Kindergarten Information Night for incoming JK families 6:00 – 7:30 p.m.
May 10 – School Council Meeting 6:30 p.m. – 7:30 p.m.
May 18 – Grade 6 à Grade 7, Westheights Student and Parent Information Night 6:30 – 8:00 p.m.
May 19 – Spirit Wear – Retro Day – wear anything inspired by the past
NEW!
You can email your child’s absence information to shlattendance@wrdsb.on.ca remember to include the child’s full name, date(s) of the absence and reason for the absence.
As always, you can phone the attendance line at 519-570-8125 ext. 3041# available 24/7.
- Coffee with Council
Monday, May 8th at 8:00 a.m. everyone is invited to join members of School Council for coffee on the tarmac near portable three. This will be a great opportunity for parents to connect. Thank you to Jacqueline – the owner of Starbucks at the Highland Plaza for donating the coffee.
- Kindergarten Information Night
We look forward to welcoming our incoming kindergarten students and their families on Wednesday, May 10th. This is a special event for all new to kindergarten students and their families, to meet our kindergarten team, visit a classroom and learn what to expect in kindergarten.
- Westheights Parent and Student Information Night
Assembly and tour of the school for Grade Six students and their parents!
Are you getting excited about coming to Westheights in September? Westheights is looking forward to welcoming a new group of Warriors! There are two important visits for you to get to know your new school. Students and their parents are invited to visit in May, and then students are invited back for a second visit with their teachers in June. Do you know the easiest way to make your Westheights experience awesome? It’s simple: Get Involved! Please join us to find out how. Here are the details:
Parent Information Night: Thursday May 18th, 6:30 pm to 8:00 pm
Student Guided Tour: Tuesday June 13th, 1:00 pm to 2:30 pm
- Yearbook Orders for 2016/2017
Now is the time to place your order for your copy of the 2016/2017 Sandhills Yearbook. The cost of the yearbook is $17, orders must be placed through School-Day by May 19th. The books will be delivered the last week of school.
- Volunteer Appreciation Breakfast
Our annual Volunteer Appreciation Breakfast is taking place on Thursday, May 18 from 8:00 – 8:30 a.m. in the library. So many amazing volunteers help to make Sandhills a better place, every day. Have you volunteers in our school to support our student’s learning? Have you attended our School Council meetings or helped to supervise a class trip? Have you supported our students in the Strong Start program or helped with the tuck shop? A heartfelt thanks to all our volunteers!
- Are you moving?
We are already busy preparing for next year. Accurate enrolment information is key to good planning. If you are moving and your child will no longer attend Sandhills, please send a note to the school office to let us know the final date of expected attendance at Sandhills and the name of the school you will be transferring to. You will need to register at the school you will be attending. Registration forms for schools within the W.R.D.S.B. may be picked up in the office.
- Popcorn and Frozen Yogurt
Each Monday at second break, popcorn and frozen yogurt will be available for sale in the main entry foyer; all proceeds will go to School Council initiatives. Butter and salt flavoured popcorn will sell for $2.00 per bag. Chocolate / vanilla swirl low fat frozen yogurt will sell for $4.00 per cup. Sales will be cash only each Monday while supplies last.
- Did you know?
Walking to school can lead to better academic performance. Just 20 minutes of walking in the morning can increase mental focus at school for up to four hours! This can lead to higher test scores, better music practice, or even a better soccer game! Walk to school and reap the benefits.