May 12th, 2017

May 12, 2017 – Weekly School-Day Update

 

1.Upcoming Dates

May 18 – Grade 6 to 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

June 2 – P.A. Day – no school for students

June 28 – Grade Six Graduation Celebration at 1:30 p.m.

June 29 – LAST DAY OF SCHOOL for students

June 30 – P.A. Day

 

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.

  1. School Council Updates

School Council is planning two fun events to round out the year.  The Sandhills Stroll in Monarch Woods is scheduled for May 31st at 6:30pm.  Everyone is invited to participate.

The Trivia Trail event is scheduled June 21st at 6:30pm.  Come explore the neighbourhood and complete the trivia challenges.

The Sandhills Council is excited to announce that they were the successful applicants for a grant from The Grand River Rotary Club for $1500!  These funds will be used to complete the buddy bench project.

  1. EQAO Testing

EQAO assessments in reading, writing and mathematics for students in grades three and six are approaching.  Grade three students will complete the assessments May 23rd, 24th and 25th.

Grade six students will complete the assessments on May 30th, 31st and June 1st.

  1. 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

  1. 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.

  1. Volunteer Appreciation Breakfast

Our annual Volunteer Appreciation Breakfast is taking place on Thursday, May 18th 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 volunteered 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!

  1. 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.

  1. 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.

  1. 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.

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