| FAMILY FUN NIGHT- Active Together | http://anh.scdsb.on.ca/about-us/news/school-news/16 | FAMILY FUN NIGHT- Active Together | <p>Please join us on <strong>Thursday, May 11 from 5:00pm-7:00pm for Family Fun Night</strong>!! Stations will be open to explore fun ways to get active together as a family. <strong>Hot Dog dinner will be provided, </strong>and the book fair will be open! </p><p> </p> | | | |
| Andrew Hunter Hawk- April 2017 Newsletter | http://anh.scdsb.on.ca/about-us/news/school-news/9 | Andrew Hunter Hawk- April 2017 Newsletter | <p>This month's <a href="/Lists/Newsletters/NLApril2017.doc%20(1).pdf">newsletter</a> includes information about Family Night, book fair, upcoming EQAO dates, and our Dance-A-Thon.</p><p><a href="/PublishingImages/Lists/LocalNews/AllItems/NLApril2017.doc%20(1).pdf"><img class="ms-asset-icon ms-rtePosition-4" src="/_layouts/15/images/icpdf.png" alt="" />NLApril2017.doc (1).pdf</a></p> | | | |
| Welcome to Kindergarten Night at Andrew Hunter! | http://anh.scdsb.on.ca/about-us/news/school-news/11 | Welcome to Kindergarten Night at Andrew Hunter! | <p><strong>Starting school in the fall? Kindergarten orientation session on May 25, 2017</strong><br><strong> </strong>This spring, we are hosting an orientation session to welcome new Kindergarten students and their parents to our school. Come experience what life is like in Kindergarten! Explore areas of the program, meet Kindergarten educators and have the chance to ask questions. Our school's session takes place on <i>May 25, 2017 </i>at <i>6:00pm-7:00pm</i>. We look forward to welcoming you! For more information, visit <a href="http://www.scdsb.on.ca/"><span style="text-decoration:underline;">www.scdsb.on.ca</span></a>, click on 'Programs,' 'Kindergarten' and then 'Kindergarten Orientation.' </p><p>School start dates for September 2017 are as follows:</p><ul style="list-style-type:disc;"><li>Senior Kindergarten (Year 2) students will begin school on Tues. Sept. 5.</li><li>Junior Kindergarten (Year 1) students will begin school on Thurs. Sept. 7.</li></ul><p> </p><p></p> | | | |
| Ministry of Education seeks online engagement regarding implementation of First Nations, Métis and Inuit Education Policy Framework | http://anh.scdsb.on.ca/about-us/news/board-news/72 | Ministry of Education seeks online engagement regarding implementation of First Nations, Métis and Inuit Education Policy Framework | <div>The Ontario Ministry of Education is working with researchers to gather feedback and input to inform the development of the Third Progress Report on the implementation of the First Nations, Métis and Inuit Education Policy Framework. <br><br>Students, parents/guardians and families, teaching and nonteaching staff, Indigenous communities, organizations and partners, and school boards are invited to participate in an online survey and/or online focus groups to capture successes and help to identify promising practices and opportunities to provide further support to enhance the achievement and well-being of Indigenous students. <br><br>Third Progress Report - <a href="https://sondages.outsidesoft.com/Engine/Default.aspx?surveyID=6A64A645-0C53-4CFF-9495-6E1A5E830F36">English survey</a></div><div>Troisième Rapport D’Étape - <a href="https://sondages.outsidesoft.com/Engine/Default.aspx?surveyID=6A64A645-0C53-4CFF-9495-6E1A5E830F36&idlang=FR">French survey</a> <br><br></div><div>It is important to note that:</div><div><ul><li>Participation in this survey is voluntary. </li><li>This survey is confidential. That means that all answers will be combined anonymously (without any identifying information) with the answers received from other participants. No one who sees the answers will be able to link them to any individual person. </li><li>Anyone can stop doing this survey at any time without any repercussions.</li></ul></div><div>All stakeholders are invited to participate in the online focus groups. To participate, RSVP to thirdprogressreport@gmail.com indicating which session you would like to attend. Please note that while we will make efforts to accommodate everyone spaces are limited to 10-12 people per session on a first come, first served basis. <br><br></div><div><table cellspacing="0" width="100%" class="ms-rteTable-default"><tbody><tr><td class="ms-rteTable-default" style="width:25%;"><strong>Students</strong></td><td class="ms-rteTable-default" style="width:25%;"><strong>Parents/Guardians</strong></td><td class="ms-rteTable-default" style="width:25%;"><strong>Teaching/Non-Teaching Staff</strong></td><td class="ms-rteTable-default" style="width:25%;"><strong>Indigenous Organizations & Partners</strong></td></tr><tr><td class="ms-rteTable-default"><p style="text-align:center;">Tuesday, May 23 </p><p style="text-align:center;">8-9pm EST (English)</p></td><td class="ms-rteTable-default"><p style="text-align:center;">Monday, June 12 7:30-8:30 pm EST</p><p style="text-align:center;">(English)</p></td><td class="ms-rteTable-default"><p style="text-align:center;">Thursday, May 25 6-7pm EST</p><p style="text-align:center;">(English)</p></td><td class="ms-rteTable-default"><p style="text-align:center;">Thursday, June 1 2-3pm EST</p><p style="text-align:center;">(English)</p></td></tr><tr><td class="ms-rteTable-default"><p style="text-align:center;">Thursday, June 1 7-8pm EST</p><p style="text-align:center;">(English)</p></td><td class="ms-rteTable-default"><p style="text-align:center;">Thursday, June 15 7-8 pm EST</p><p style="text-align:center;">(English)</p></td><td class="ms-rteTable-default"><p style="text-align:center;">Thursday, June 1</p><p style="text-align:center;">7-8pm EST</p><p style="text-align:center;">(English)</p></td><td class="ms-rteTable-default"><p style="text-align:center;">Friday, June 2</p><p style="text-align:center;">2-3pm EST</p><p style="text-align:center;">(English)</p></td></tr><tr><td class="ms-rteTable-default"><p style="text-align:center;">Monday, June 19 7-8pm EST</p><p style="text-align:center;">(English)</p></td><td class="ms-rteTable-default"><p style="text-align:center;">Wednesday, June 21</p><p style="text-align:center;">7-8pm EST</p><p style="text-align:center;">(English)</p></td><td class="ms-rteTable-default"><p style="text-align:center;">Thursday, June 15 7-8 pm EST</p><p style="text-align:center;">(English)</p></td><td class="ms-rteTable-default"><p style="text-align:center;">Thursday, June 8 2-3pm EST</p><p style="text-align:center;">(English)</p></td></tr><tr><td class="ms-rteTable-default"><p style="text-align:center;">Monday, June 19 7-8pm EST</p><p style="text-align:center;"> (French)</p></td><td class="ms-rteTable-default"><p style="text-align:center;">Monday, June 26</p><p style="text-align:center;">7-8pm EST</p><p style="text-align:center;">(French)</p></td><td class="ms-rteTable-default"><p style="text-align:center;">Tuesday, June 20</p><p style="text-align:center;">7-8 pm EST</p><p style="text-align:center;">(French)</p></td><td class="ms-rteTable-default"><p style="text-align:center;">Tuesday, June 27</p><p style="text-align:center;">7-8 pm EST</p><p style="text-align:center;">(French)</p></td></tr></tbody></table><br></div><div><br></div><div>The Indigenous Education Office of the Ministry of Education would be pleased to respond to any questions you may have regarding the process of engagement and data collection to inform the development of the Third Progress Report. Please send any questions directly to Jennifer Feasby, Manager Education Policy and Programs Unit (Jennifer.Feasby@ontario.ca).<br><br><br></div><div><br></div> | | | |
| Netflix series 13 Reasons Why – information for parents/guardians | http://anh.scdsb.on.ca/about-us/news/board-news/71 | Netflix series 13 Reasons Why – information for parents/guardians | <div>Recently there has been significant media coverage of the Netflix series 13 Reasons Why. The show is a fictional account of one teen’s suicide and the factors leading to it. <br><br>The Simcoe County District School Board (SCDSB) has advised staff that they are not to use the series as a teaching tool. This decision is based upon the advice of mental health professionals from across the province, who have stated that the material is graphic and potentially triggering for vulnerable young people. While the themes in this series may not pose a risk or potential harm to most students, for those struggling with mental health issues and/or suicide ideation, this series includes graphic content, glamourizes suicidal behaviours and portrays helpers (school guidance counsellors) in a negative way. <br><br>We recognize that your children may watch the series on their own. If they do, we encourage you to talk with them about their thoughts and feelings. The SCDSB has supports in place for students and staff, and there are many community resources you can access as well. More information and contact details are available on the <a href="http://www.scdsb.on.ca/Programs/Safe-and-Healthy-Schools/Pages/Mental-Health.aspx">SCDSB website</a>. <br><br>The National Association of School Psychologists has also developed <a href="http://www.nasponline.org/resources-and-publications/resources/school-safety-and-crisis/preventing-youth-suicide/13-reasons-why-netflix-series-considerations-for-educators">information regarding the series</a>. You may also find this helpful in discussions with your children about suicide and mental health. <br><br>If you have questions or concerns please contact your principal.</div><div><br></div> | | | |
| Spring Into Clean! | http://anh.scdsb.on.ca/about-us/news/school-news/15 | Spring Into Clean! | <p>Students are cleaning up our yard, and neighbouring areas today for our Spring Into Clean event! Many hands make light work! </p><p>Photgraphs by Emily B. and Jenn T.</p><p><img src="/PublishingImages/Lists/LocalNews/AllItems/IMG_0067.JPG" alt="IMG_0067.JPG" style="margin:5px;width:645px;height:485px;" /><br></p><p><img src="/PublishingImages/Lists/LocalNews/AllItems/IMG_0084.JPG" alt="IMG_0084.JPG" style="margin:5px;width:645px;height:484px;" /><br></p> | | | |
| Get to Know the IEP Process | http://anh.scdsb.on.ca/about-us/news/school-news/10 | Get to Know the IEP Process | <p><strong>Parent workshops to help understand Individual Education Plans</strong><br><strong> </strong>The Simcoe County District School Board's Special Education Advisory Committee and Special Education Department are offering informational workshops for parents/guardians to enhance collaboration between parents and schools in the development of a student Individual Education Plan (IEP). These workshops are free to attend and open to all interested parents/guardians. </p><p>Workshops take place from 6:30 to 8 p.m.:</p><p>April 11: Lions Oval PS - 25 Brant Street West, Orillia</p><p>April 12: Bear Creek SS - 100 Red Oak Drive, Barrie</p><p>April 13: Mundy's Bay PS - 340 Sixth St., Midland</p><p>April 18: Chris Hadfield PS - 211 West Park, Bradford</p><p>April 19: Alliston Union PS - 211 Church St. North, Alliston</p><p>April 20: Admiral Collingwood ES - 15 Dey Drive, Collingwood</p><p></p> | | | |