Friday, May 5, 2017

Please see the Stouffville website:

http://www.stouffvilledistrict.ss.yrdsb.edu.on.ca/

for more information.

Register to School Cash Online

Just a reminder to those parents who haven’t already registered on our online payment system, our school accepts

online payments for school trips, yearbooks, school apparel, athletic events and many more items.

School Cash Online is an online fee payment service that allows parents/guardians to make secure payments by

credit or Interac card. Registration takes less than five minutes.

Purchase a Cash Card for The Grind (our school coffee house and eatery) on

School Cash Online

For your convenience, we will soon be offering “CASH CARDS” for The Grind! No need to worry about sending

money for lunch or snacks any longer! You can simply go to School Cash Online and purchase a $25.00 card with a

credit or interac card. Once purchased, cards can be picked up by students in the main office. Our school coffee

house and eatery prepares a variety of healthy choices daily including breads, pastas, pizza, salads and sandwiches.

P.I.S.A. Test On May 9 and 10 randomly selected students with a birthdate between January 1, 2001 and December 31, 2001 will be participating in the Programme for International Student Assessment, otherwise known as P.I.S.A. Students who have been selected have had a letter sent home on April 28, 2017 that provides detailed information on the testing. Students will be writing the test online, during periods 1,2 and 3, either May 9th or May 10th. Questions regarding the testing can be directed to the Main office.

Student Survey On Friday May 12, during period 2, students will be given an opportunity to complete a School Climate Survey. The link to the survey will be emailed to all students’ GAPPS email. If your child does not have a period 2 class, he/she may complete the survey on their own time. For your information, click here for a link to the survey. Please feel free to contact SDSS Administration if you have any questions.

ATMOSPHERE

S.D.S.S. is a model of learning excellence providing a rich diversity of academic and social opportunities. Its

caring, dedicated staff and responsible motivated students encourage the development of values and

character to promote lifelong learning.

Envirothon 2017 This year two teams of 5 students each attended the York Region Envirothon held just up the road at the Bill Fisch Environmental and Stewardship Center on Hwy 48. We had two amazing days that included learning in the environment as well as team testing of the content. The students had a good time, worked hard and really loved the learning opportunity. The results this year were our best ever for both teams! Good work everyone!

From the Science Department The SDSS Science Club participated in the York Region District School Board Science Olympics at Seneca@York. While they were there they participated in biology, chemistry and physics challenges against schools from around York Region. They built circuits and a roller coaster, solved biology puzzles and completed chemistry experiments. It was a great day full of exciting challenges in science. Stouffville District Secondary School attained top finishes: the Senior team finished 3rd in the physics competition; the Junior team finished 3rd in the biology competition and 2nd overall in the junior division competition. A great finish to an exciting day!

We Free the Children We Free the Children would like to thank everyone who participated in our Banana's in Pajama's breakfast buy-in last week. A healthy breakfast and good mental health break were enjoyed by the 30 students that attended and we raised $170 for the Blue Door youth shelter in Newmarket that serves York Region youth. Once again Spartans-you rock!

Prom For Grade 12 students interested in attending this year's prom scheduled for May 25, there will be one final day to

purchase tickets at school on Tuesday, May 9 during period 3 lunch. Sales will be in Room 2034. Students will

still be able to purchase tickets online until May 12. We look for to this year's prom which will be held at Le Parc Banquet Hall, 8432 Leslie St, Thornhill from 5:30pm-10:30pm.

Hotmail Email Addresses Please be advised that Hotmail email addresses sometimes do not get delivered to/from YRDSB email accounts, due to issues with spam. If you have difficulty reaching a staff member using a Hotmail account, please make contact by phone. Thanks.

S.D.S.S. STUDENT COUNCIL ELECTIONS Student Council Elections for 2017-18 are coming! Timelines and Elections Process Thursday, May 4, 2017: Completed nomination packages due by 12:00pm to Mr. Przemieniecki. MANDATORY ALL-CANDIDATES MEETING AFTER SCHOOL in 2036. Monday, May 8, 2017: Campaigning (including posters) may begin. Wednesday, May 17, 2017: Speeches and President/Vice-President Videos due to SCA by 3:45pm. Speech Practice after school in cafeteria. Thursday, May 18, 2017: SCA Approved Speeches performed, period 5 Friday, May 19, 2017: Voting will take place in homerooms at 9:15am. All campaign posters must be REMOVED by 9:10am on May 19, 2017 or candidates may be disqualified. It is the responsibility of the candidate to ensure that all posters are taken down.

The Geography Department at SDSS presents: Iceland- The Land of Fire and Ice (Trip proposal pending Board approval for Thursday, March 29 - Thursday, April 5, 2018) Iceland is known as the land of fire and ice and this proposed trip will take in all the unique aspects of a country

with both glaciers and volcanoes! Highlights include- Namafjall natural sulfur pools and hot springs https://guidetoiceland.is/travel-iceland/drive/namafjall-geothermal-area walking through the unique landscape of the Lava formations at Dimmuborgir http://www.atlasobscura.com/places/dimmuborgir , and visiting Akureyri University for a STEM (science, technology, engineering and mathematics) focused class designed specifically for this trip! http://english.unak.is/ Iceland is an exceedingly safe European destination and this trip promises a once-in a lifetime tour of the land of fire and ice! Stay tuned for more details! #sdssiceland2018

Summer School Registration Registration for Summer School opened on April 3, through Career Cruising (link on the YRDSB website). If you are planning to take a course, it is best to register early. *All students who register for Summer School must provide Guidance with a “Summer School Sign Off Sheet” that is signed by their parents to confirm the course and location they are planning to attend. *For additional Summer School Registration information please visit : http://www.yrdsb.ca/Programs/ConEd/Pages/Secondary-School-Summer.aspx *For e-learning information please visit: (please note the registration date is not posted yet but will be provided on the web site below) http://www.yrdsb.ca/schools/e-learning/programs/Pages/Summer%20School%20e-Learning.aspx

Mobile Health Support SDSS is pleased to welcome the MOBYSS bus to our school, providing health support to our students, every other Tuesday from 2-3:30 pm. The bus will be located in our side parking area, and students may sign in for an appointment through the Guidance Office. What is MOBYSS?

Confidential, non-judgmental space for youth aged 12 – 25

Operated by Canadian Mental Health Association YR

Walk-in format

Health cards not required

Staff include: Nurse Practitioner, Youth Mental Health Worker, Peer Support Specialist

Services reflect a holistic approach to healthcare: primary care and mental health support, including:

o Assessment, diagnosis and treatment of acute illnesses (such as a sore throat or bladder infection) o Preventative health care (such as yearly health exams or cervical screening) o Lab testing o Medical referrals including video access to specialists through the Ontario Telemedicine Network o Mental health support including counseling, skills building, referrals and peer support o Health education and prevention strategies, including harm reduction

For information specific to the service provided, please reference: Glen Gifford, Program Manager, ggifford@cmha-yr.on.ca or call 905-841-3977 ext 2222.

Celebrate Asian Heritage Month and Canada’s 150th For more information for an event at Richmond Green High School celebrating Asian Heritage Month on Saturday May 13th please see flyer on our school website under News and Events, Spartan Speaks tab.

Workshop for Siblings of Special Needs Students Sibshops are lively, action-packed one day workshops that celebrate the many contributions made by brothers and sisters of kids with special needs. Sibshops acknowledge that being the brother or sister of someone with special needs is for some a good thing, and others a not-so-good thing and for many somewhere in between. They reflect

the belief that brothers and sisters have a lot to offer one another. Sibshops mix information and discussion activities with new and fun games, and great snacks and food!

Family Services York Region For information on workshops for parent and child support services for the month of May-June please see flyer on our school website under News and Events, Spartan Speaks tab.

Parent Engagement & Network Workshop Series

For information on Summer Activities and Volunteering for the months of May-August please see flyer on our school website under News and Events, Spartan Speaks tab.

Important dates for Graduation

Graduate Responsibilities Effective Deadline Location

Commencement Ticket Pick Up May 29th

June 16th

Main Office

*2 Tickets/Graduate

Extra Ticket “Wait List” May 29th

Main Office

Extra Ticket Pickup (if available) June 19th

Main Office

Volunteer Hours Submission Now June 8th

Guidance

Cap & Gown Pick Up June 19th

June 23rd Main Office

Commencements June 29th

Graduate Arrival Time is 5:45 P.M.

Thursday June 29th

, 2017

6:30 P.M – 9 P.M.

Springvale Baptist Church

3885 Stouffville Rd, Whitchurch-Stouffville, ON L4A 7X5

Diploma, Transcript, Report Cards July 6th

Main Office (Composite if ordered) *Must be signed for by the Student

*Summer Office Hours: Mon – Thurs 9:00 A.M. – 2:30 P.M.

No Parking / Designated Fire Routes PLEASE DO NOT PARK IN DESIGNATED FIRE ROUTES Any designated Fire Route needs to be clear of vehicles and ready for use by emergency vehicles. In an emergency (fire, medical, lock down etc.) time is of the essence and emergency vehicles need access. Fire Routes are signed “No Parking.” What does that mean? 1. This means that you cannot stop your vehicle and get out of the vehicle even for a short period of time.

2. You must obey the signs at all times regardless of the time of day or night. In 2017, the Town of Whitchurch-Stouffville will adopt a zero tolerance approach to vehicles parked in designated Fire Routes. By-law Officers, Parking Officers, and Fire Prevention Officers will be issuing tickets when infractions are witnessed, to ensure the safety of all those using our schools and other buildings within the Municipality. If you have questions or concerns, please contact: Whitchurch-Stouffville Fire & Emergency Services at 905-640-9595 OR By-Law Department at 905-640-1900 Ext. 2258

CURRENT/UPCOMING EVENTS

May 2017

MONDAY 8

TUESDAY 9

WEDNESDAY 10

THURSDAY 11

FRIDAY 12

Girls Slo Pitch

Richmond Green SS 8:00am-3:30pm

PISA Assessment 9:00am-3:00pm

Biology Grade 11 Trip Ripleys Aquarium

9:00am-2:30pm

Boys Baseball Bishops Cross Park

3:00pm-5:00pm

PISA Assessment 9:00am-3:00pm

Track & Field

Bill Crothers SS 7:45am-4:30pm

Art Trip to

Metro Toronto Zoo 9:00am-4:00pm

Boys Baseball Richmond

Green Sports Centre 3:00pm-5:00pm

Student School Climate

Survey 10:30-11:00am

MONDAY 15

TUESDAY 16

WEDNESDAY 17

THURSDAY 18

FRIDAY 19

Track & Field Bill Crothers

8:00am-5:30pm

Boys Baseball Bishops Cross Park 12:00pm-2:00pm

Track & Field Bill Crothers

8:00am-3:30pm

Treetop Trekking 9:00am-4:00pm

Best Buddies Prom

Le Parc 10:00am-1:30pm

Boys Baseball Bishops Cross Park 12:00pm-2:00pm

Student Council

Election Assemblies 2:30pm-3:30pm

Girls Soccer

Ontario Soccer Centre 7:00am-4:00pm

Student Council Election

9:00am-10:30am

Cowboy Day

Please check out the following web sites for current Board and school information:

1) York Region District School Board - www.yrdsb.edu.on.ca

2) Stouffville District Secondary School - http://www.stouffvilledistrict.ss.yrdsb.edu.on.ca/