January 27th, 2017

January 27, 2017 – Weekly School-Day Update 

  1. Upcoming Dates

February 2 – National Sweater Day, we will turn down the heat to reach our Eco goals

February 3 – Winter Electives Day for junior students

February 8 – School Council meeting 6:30pm in the library

February 14 – R.W.P. Day – wear red, white or pink!

February 17 – Report cards go home

February 23 – Math Showcase Night – save the date and stay tuned for more exciting details!

  1. Popcorn and Frozen Yogurt Sales

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 or vanilla low fat frozen yogurt will sell for $4.00 per cup.  Sales will be cash only each Monday while supplies last.

  1. Kindergarten Registration for 2017-2018 School Year

Online registration will begin February 1, 2017 and will continue throughout the month of February.

Children born in 2013 are eligible to attend junior kindergarten for the 2017-2018 school year.  Children born in 2012 are eligible to attend senior kindergarten for the 2017-2018 school year.

Visit https://www.wrdsb.ca/register to begin your registration online.  Following your online submission, call the office to book an appointment to complete the process.

Children currently attending junior kindergarten at Sandhills will automatically be registered to continue into senior kindergarten next year.

  1. Update from Waterloo Region Public Health

In Canada, some viral infections increase during the winter season, typically between October and April and can affect people of all ages. These viral infections can cause respiratory illness or viral gastroenteritis. While not usually serious, viral infections can be spread to others. In schools, it is common to have periods of illness and absenteeism that may peak at various times during the season. For more information and tips on staying healthy see public health update

  1. Varsity Basketball Clinic

If you are looking for a great introduction to basketball or a chance to enhance your skills, consider the Varsity Basketball Clinic this spring.  This two-day basketball camp is scheduled for April 29/30 for students in grades 3-5 or May 6/7 for students in grades 6-8.  Brochures are available to pick up in the office or email varsity@rogers.com for more information.

  1. Foster Parent Information Sessions

Family and Children’s Services of the Waterloo Region will be holding information sessions for families interested in foster parenting opportunities.  A local session will be held at the Forest Heights Library on Thursday, February 2nd, 2017.

251 Fischer-Hallman Rd, Kitchener

7:00pm—8:00pm

Please register: (519)576-0540 or foster.adoption@facswaterloo.org

  1. 2016 French Immersion Information Sessions

Registration for Grade 1 French Immersion is open January 9th – 31st, 2017 on the Waterloo Region District School Board website at www.wrdsb.ca/french. 

Information brochures detailing the web-based registration can be accessed on our website.

If you have questions regarding WRDSB French programs or the registration process for Grade 1 French Immersion please call 519-570-0003 ext 4277.

  1. Attendance Line

Our attendance line is 519-570-8125 ext. 3041# it is available 24 hours for your convenience.  It is busiest between 7:45am and 8:30am.  Please remember to call if your child will be away from school.