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March 2018 Meadows Newsletter ___________________________________________________________________________________________________________

Mission and Vision Statement: Our vision and mission at Meadows School is to create a safe environment, where children can achieve their potential, become responsible citizens and life-long learners and appreciate and adapt to the diversity of our society.

1220-22nd Street Phone: (204) 729-3988 Brandon MB R7B 1T4 Fax: (204) 729-3970 Email: http://www.brandonsd.mb.ca/meadows/newsletter/page one.htm

PRINCIPAL’S MESSAGE

MARCH 2019

DATES TO REMEMBER

REGISTRATION REMINDERS

Kindergarten to Grade 8 School Registration dead-

line was February 22nd and must be received by the

school in order for your child to be considered

“registered” for the 2019-2020 school year.

IF YOU HAVEN’T COMPLETED YOUR CHILD’S

2019-2020 REGISTRATION, PLEASE DO SO

AS SOON AS POSSIBLE.

Yearly staffing decisions are based on the

information provided by you at this time.

Thank you!

It is currently –330C with a windchill of –460C as I am writing this newsletter message. This is the 33rd consecutive day that we have been below normal temperatures for this time of year. What that means is that we deserve a warmer spring and hot summer! March will be a very exciting month as we will be hosting our Sixth Annual Culture Days. On March 20th at 2:30 PM we will have our opening ceremonies, with the parade of nations and cultural performances from around the world. On March 21st, we will showcase our 10 exciting cultural pavilions which will include: The Nether-lands, Polynesian Islands, Madagascar, Canada, Belgium, Chile, Egypt, Ukraine, Mexico and South Africa. Each pavilion has been researched and organized by our MY classes including Mr. Woods Gr. 3/4 class. Visitors will get to sample, experience and learn about the food, language, history, flags, geography, music, clothing, art, sports and traditions from the host country. It’s an exciting event for the entire school communi-ty as our guests travel around the world and have their passports stamped at each “port of entry.” This is a wonderful way to celebrate and learn about our rich multi cultural school community. Ted Longbottom with the Artist in the School Program was at Meadows School from February 25 to March 1st working with our EY students. Mr. Longbottom is a Metis, singer, songwriter and storyteller from Selkirk, MB. On February 27, we celebrate Pink T-shirt Day with the theme of “Be Someone’s Hero” exempli-fying that all of us can stand up against bullying. Enjoy the month of March because Spring is on the way!

-Mr. Lim, Principal

Mar 8 Administration Day/Parent Teacher

Conferences, (K_8)

Mar 12 7/8 Battle of Books, 1-3:30 PM

Mar 13 Chopped Leaf Day

Mar 14-16 Gr. 8 Jazz Festival, B.U.

Mar 15 Administration Day

Professional Day (K-12)

Mar 20 Parent Council Meeting 7:00 PM

Mar 20 Culture Day, PM

Mar 21 Culture Day

Mar 25-29 Spring Break

Apr 12 Administration Day (9-12)

Parent Teacher Conferences

Apr 19 Good Friday

Apr 29-May 3 Milk Week

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LIGHT UP YOUR LEARNING DAY

On February 20 the grades 5-8 classes participated in

Winter Fun Day. Bowling, skating, swimming and curling

were offered as activities in town and a ski trip to Ski

Valley in Minnedosa. Approximately 50 students went

skiing. We had a great time! What a great opportunity

to have fun with your friends for about half the cost

of a regular day of skiing. The weather was great, the

kids were determined to learn and all were success-

ful. A really great day. Hopefully next year even more

students will

choose to come

skiing!

Mr. Carkener


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Ted Longbottom with the Artist in the School

Program was at Meadows School from February

25 to March 1st working with our EY students.

Mr. Longbottom is a Metis, singer, songwriter

and storyteller from Selkirk, MB.

ARTIST IN THE SCHOOL PROGRAM

FEBRUARY “I LOVE TO READ”

February 19-22 was “I LOVE TO READ” week at

Meadows School and we had many exciting guest

readers visit our classrooms.

NUT ALLERGIES

Just a reminder that we cannot have any nuts/

tree nuts in our school. Please make sure when

making lunches or sending snacks, that there are

no nuts; that your snack is made in a nut free

factory; and your snack does not say ‘may contain traces of

nuts’. As well, please remind your

children to not share their food.

Thank you


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SCHOLASTIC BOOK FAIR

PARENT COUNCIL NEWS

Parent Council Meeting

Wednesday, March 20th at 7:00 PM

SCENT-FREE POLICY

Brandon School Division has a scent free policy,

students, parents and visitors are asked to refrain

from wearing perfumes, colognes, hairsprays and

detergents to school.

SAFETY REMINDER

Students please use the sidewalks and do not walk

through any of the school parking lots.

Parents and visitors are welcome to use the north

parking lot by the bus loop, but the south parking lot

is meant for staff parking only.


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DANCE CLUB

MEADOWS 50TH ANNIVERSARY SHIRTS

Meadows 50th anniversary shirts will be for sale.

Here is what they will look like - cost $20 adult sizes,

$17 youth sizes.

Last day to order will be March 20th.

Please call the school for more information.

LOST AND FOUND

Please come check out our lost and found for any

items of clothing that

might not have made it

home with your child.

Thank you.


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PROJECT FAIR A big round of applause for the Grade 1-8 students

who participated in the Project Fair on Wednesday,

February 13th! Students had the opportunity to cre-

ate an Interest or Science Fair project. The projects

were extremely well done! Way to go!

The morning began with science and interest fair

participants presenting their projects to volunteer

judges—a huge thank-you to all the judges for vol-

unteering their time and providing feedback!

The afternoon consisted of parents and students

from grades K-8 viewing all the outstanding projects!

All participants were excited and passionate about

what they created and were excited to share.

At the end of the day, Science Fair participants

from Grades 5-8 participated in a STEAM challenge.

They were to

create the

tallest

free-standing

tower given

only certain

materials. No

tape or glue

could be

used. FUN FUN

FUN!!

A select group

of students have been offered on invitation to take

their projects to the Western Manitoba Science Fair,

with recommendations, on Tuesday, April 9th at

Brandon University. Congratulations!

Science Fair Participants

Grade 3/4 Grade 3-4 - Colten Holder - Gold Grade 5/6 Leyton Gouldie- Gold Nazar Galinski- Gold

Grade 7/8 Kristy Stutsky / Kate Williamson –Balloons! Some Sink, Some

Float - Gold

Nazar Galinski & Hailiang Cai – Potato Power - Gold

Jayce Thompson – Wait –Do you remember that? - Gold

Leyton Gouldie – Hold Moldy! - Gold

Brynn Hearn – Lava Lamp - Gold

Avery Birch – EYE See - Gold


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GUIDANCE COUNSELLING

Day of Pink

Day of Pink was celebrated on Wednesday February 27th. This

is a day to come together in a stance against bullying. This

years’ theme was “Be someone’s superhero”. 44 students were

honored during our assembly and on our foyer bulletin board as

our everyday superheroes at Meadows. These students accept

and include everyone and add so much positivity to our school

community. Classrooms decorated their doors and bulletin

boards in recognition of the theme. We wrapped up our day

with a celebration assembly with special performances from

both our dance club and drama club.

Skilled Trades and Technology Showcase

On January 31st, ten of our grade eight students enjoyed spending

the day at Crocus Plains High school experiencing hands-on

vocational courses. This opportunity allowed our students to

experience first-hand what Crocus Plains high school has to offer

students considering the trades. All participants enjoyed their day

and walked away with a better understanding of the vocations

program and careers in trades.

Reminder to Grade 8 Students

Thank you for completing and submitting your high school regis-

tration packages. Look for a letter in the mail over spring break,

which will indicate which high school you have been accepted to.

Upcoming Events

YR Hot Chocolate Chat

Five lucky grade 8 Youth Revolution students were asked to join

Angela McGuier-Holder, the divisional YR coordinator, for hot

chocolate and treats on March 13th. Our YR representatives will

have the opportunity to share how Meadows School is making a

difference!


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CANTEEN DRESSING FOR THE COLDER WEATHER

Please make sure your children are

dressed appropriately for the cold

weather. Hats, snow pants, warm jackets

and gloves are essential for the students

to be able to enjoy their time outside.

In case of rural bus cancellation, parents

still need to call to inform the school that

your child will be absent.

If your child is going to be absent or late,

leaving early, or picked up by someone other than

their parents/guardians, please ensure you notify our

Home School Liaison, Mrs. Lavoie at 204-729-3946.

CANTEEN

Open

Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday

CHOCOLATE MILK $1.00

JUICE $1.00

KRAFT DINNER $2.00

PIZZA POPS $1.50

HOT DOG $1.50

SOUP $1.50

GRILLED CHEESE $1.50

BEAR PAWS $1.00

JELLO OR PUDDING $0.50

NACHOS OR CHIPS $1.50

GOLDFISH $1.00

STUDENT ABSENCES


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YMCA of Brandon 231 8th St. Brandon MB R7A 3X2 204-727-5456 ymcabrandon.com

Dear Before & After School Parents, The YMCA is pleased to be offering the Before & After School Program for the 2019-2020 school year.

All children that are registered in the Before and After School Program on March 11th 2019, will have first choice in registering for 2019-2020 school year. Registration forms will be available at the schools in the Y room, on March 11th for parents to pick up.

Registrations will be accepted from March 11th to March 22rd at the Member Services desk of the YMCA. No

registrations will be accepted from March 24th to April 2nd. Siblings of those who are currently registered and are starting school next year need to register by March 22rd. As long as registrations are in by the dead-line you are automatically in, and there will be no acceptance letter sent out. If you remove your children after March 13, 2019 you will lose your spot for the following year.

On April 1st, registrations will open to the general public for any remaining spots. Waitlists registrations will

also start on April 1st. If your registration form is missing any information, it will be mailed back to you and your spot will not be held.

Please ensure your registration form is accompanied with a Pre-Authorized Payment Agreement form that must include a void cheque, Visa or Master Card information, or account verification form stamped by your bank.

The monthly fees for the program will be $83.00 for AM Care only, $130.00 for PM Care only and $213.00 for AM + PM care. Payments will be processed on the 1st of the month (Sept 1, 2019 to June 1, 2020). This has changed from previous years so please be aware that payments come out on a different date. The YMCA in partnership with the United Way has subsidized this program and has tried to keep the fees affordable. If your family is unable to pay the full fee please contact the Before and After School Director to discuss our financial assistance program. Also please ensure that you provide us with an email address, as your registration confirmation and Tax Receipt for the 2019-2020 school year will be emailed to the address provided on the registration form. Sincerely, Angela Forsythe Before & After School Director (204) 727-5456 or (204) 570 - 2565 [email protected]


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BSD SCHOOL REGISTRATION INFORMATION 2019/2020

Kindergarten forms for the

2019/2020school year are available in the office.

If you have a child that turns 5 on or before December 31, 2019 please contact the school

office as soon as possible. Please inform your family, friends and neighbors…

Presentation of a birth certificate is required for Verification of Guardianship and

Date of Birth, and a driver’s licence, most recent property tax statement or

current tenancy agreement for Proof of Residence.

In order to accommodate our transportation students, Meadows School

offers only all day every other day Kindergarten programming.

If you are new to Canada and have school age children, please contact the

Welcome Centre at 204-729-3246 and make your appointment to register.

ATTENTION PARENTS/GUARDIANS

Registration forms for the 2019-2020

school year will be sent home on February 12th

for students currently attending Meadows School.

Please make any changes on the form. It is

important that phone numbers and emergency

contacts are up to date, and that you have signed

the forms before returning them to the classroom

teacher. If your child will not be attending

Meadows School in September 2019, please

indicate this on the front of the registration form

and return it to the classroom teacher.

Thank you for your assistance.

SCHOOL OF CHOICE

Families interested in applying for school of choice

must complete a School of Choice application prior

to May 15th, 2019. Forms are available at the office.

NOTE: When applying for School of Choice

please remember that Brandon School Division

transportation and Meadows Parent Run Lunch

Program may not be available.

SPECIAL REQUEST

FOR ENROLLMENT FORMS

are available in the office for parents of

kindergarten students wishing their child to attend

an out of catchment area school. This form is

only for the kindergarten year.


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Battle of Books 1-3:30 7/8’s

Gr. 8 Jazz Festival Mar. 14-16 B.U.

Culture Day PM Culture

Day Parent Council Meeting 7:00 PM

Apr 29-May 3 Milk Week

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