Hello University School Families,
Welcome back! I hope everyone had a restful Fall Break and also found a meaningful way to honour the sacrifices of our service members over Remembrance Day. Even with the short two-day week before the break, students settled in beautifully, and it has been wonderful to see them return to routines with such ease.
As the weather continues to change, our Lost & Found is growing quickly. Jackets, hoodies, and water bottles are showing up daily. Please take a moment to check with your child to see if anything may be missing and encourage them to have a look. Labelling winter gear is a big help in getting items returned promptly.
If you’re looking to get more involved in the school community, we’d love to have you join us this Wednesday for our second School Council Meeting @ 6:30 pm, followed by a meeting of our Parent Association, whose fundraising efforts directly support our school. A link to the meeting will be sent later this week.
Finally, a quick scheduling note: Conference bookings for November 27 and 28 will be opening soon. Stay tuned for more information.
Wishing everyone a great week ahead!
Lori Bonanno and Jennifer McTighe
Upcoming Dates
November 19 – School council 6z;30 pm (online – link to come)
November 27-28 – Parent Conferences
November 26 – Photo Retakes
November 28 – Non-Instructional Day (no school for students)
Veterans’ Food Bank Food Drive
University School would like to invite all families to participate in our Annual University School Veterans’ Food Bank Food Drive. If you, your relatives, or your neighbours would like to donate food items, please send the food items to school with your children to drop off in our food donation boxes starting next week!
Some examples of much needed items would be
- meal kits or canned meals (ie. hamburger helper, canned chili, canned soups),
- canned meats (ie. ham / tuna / salmon / other)
- pasta (ie. spaghetti, noodles),
- spaghetti sauce
- canned fruits
- canned vegetables
- canned pork and beans
- baking items (ie. flour, sugar, salt)
- pancake mix
- instant coffee
- peanut butter, jam
- condiments (ketchup, mustard, mayonnaise/Miracle Whip, relish, salsa)
- salad dressing
- cereals, oatmeal, crackers.
- Fruit cups, pudding cups
- For their pets, pet food
- toiletries (shampoo, laundry detergent, toothpaste)
There are many other examples, and any non-perishable food items are gratefully accepted and appreciated!
Message from School Council
University School Movie Night On December 11 - there will be a family movie night at University School. Doors will open at 5:45, and the movie starts at 6:00! Entry will be by donation. There will be a cash-only concession with treats like chips, drinks, and other sweets. Bring a blanket, pyjamas, friends, and some cash for the concession!
Note of Thanks
Hello Volunteers,
A quick note: on behalf of the University Elementary (UES) School Council, a heartfelt thank you to all the volunteers and casino advisors who helped make our largest and most significant fundraiser happen! For everyone involved including the parents, grandparents, relatives, friends, to the community members, UES staff, casino volunteer worker applicants, and casino advisors; we really appreciate your time, effort, and support to facilitate this event. Your contribution highlights the vital role that community effort played in our fundraiser, without you we could not have made this happen.
With thanks - UES School Council
Dates of Significance
- November – Hindu Heritage Month
- November 5-11 – Veterans Week
- November 8 – Indigenous Veterans Day
- November 10-16 – Metis Awareness Week
- November 10-12 – Fall Break – No School
- November 11 – Remembrance Day
- November 17-21 – National Bullying Awareness + Prevention week
- November 20 – National Child Day