With November come some chilly days, but things are heating up inside Churchville! We have recently hosted parent workshops in Math and Transition Planning for High School. Students have been engaged in wonderful learning inside and outside the classroom, and that learning has been enhanced by the incredible variety of extra curricular opportunities available here at the school. Do check the website and our e-announcements to stay up-to-date. From a learning perspective, we are going to be talking a lot in all classes about Growth Mindset. To paraphrase Carol Dweck (2015), a leading researcher in the area:

“Students’ mindsets—how they perceive their abilities—play a key role in their motivation and achievement, and findings show that if we change students’ mindsets, we can boost their achievement. More precisely, students who believe their intelligence can be developed (a growth mindset) outperformed those who believed their intelligence was fixed (a fixed mindset)....Having children focus on the process that leads to learning (like hard work or trying new strategies) can foster a growth mindset and its benefits."

We will be sharing quotes and stories to promote conversations and inspire students to persevere, take risks and see errors not as something to be avoided, but as important steps to 'growing your brain smarter'. Please look into the work of Carol Dweck and have Growth Mindset conversations at home as well. We want our students to understand that every day, in every way, they are getting better and better!

Finally, Grade 1 to 8 Progress Reports will be coming home November 11th and conferences for Kindergarten through Grade 8 will follow the November 18th and 19th. Please see the insert with the report regarding these Student Led Conferences.

As always, it is such a pleasure to continue the learning journey with you and your children.

Friday, Nov. 4 Photo Retake Friday, Nov. 11 Progress Report Cards go home Thursday, Nov. 17- 18 Student Led Conferences Friday, Nov. 18 No school for students Thursday, Nov. 24 School Council & Beyond the Hurt Bullying Prevention for Parents of students in Grades 7 and 8 Wednesday, Nov. 30, 2016 French Immersion Information Evening @ 7:00 p.m.

Churchville Chatter

Home of the Chargers!

Newsletter Edition 2

November 4, 2016

The Journey Continues…

Stay up to date. Following us on twitter (Churchville PS). Check our daily e-announcements

http://bit.ly/2fHSiLe and by checking our website http://schools.peelschools.org/1436/Pages/default.aspx .

Newsletters will be published bimonthly and posted on our website.

NEW – Community Corner: www.peelschools.org/parents/communitycorner

REMINDERS

The Peel District School Board is pleased to introduce an electronic resource page on www.peelschools.org called, Community Corner, which contains links to information and resources in the community that may be of interest to students and their families. This site replaces our previous method of sending promotional materials about community clubs, camps, contests, fundraisers and events home with students on a regular basis.

How you can access Community Corner

Visit www.peelschools.org/parents/communitycorner Click on the “Community Corner” button, found on the main page of school websites, as well as on www.peelschools.org.

On Monday, October 31st our students participated in a Bake Sale to raise money for United Way and Sick Kids Hospital. The money will help families in need. We raised $1,027.00. Congratulations to our students for their generosity.

WE DAY TORONTO On Wed. Oct. 19th, eight of our students had the privilege of attending WE Day Toronto - an event held at Air Canada Centre to inspire action and make change. Our students heard from speakers such as Margaret Trudeau (speaking about mental health), Hani Al Moulia (a Syrian refugee with a full scholarship to Ryerson University), and Chris Hadfield (astronaut, author, professor). Together with their teachers, they were inspired to make a difference in our world and hope to inspire others at Churchville public school to do the same.

MUSIC AND DANCE The dance & music rooms at Churchville have been busy thanks to our wonderful and talented students. Students have auditioned for Orff Crew, Glee Club, and the Bollywood/Bhangra Dance Team. They have demonstrated what it means to take risks and to be courageous. Congratulations to ALL who auditioned!!

Our gr. 8 guitarists, keyboard players and singers have been filling the rooms with song during nutrition break rehearsals (the Sopranos - gr. 3/4 choir; Charming Chargers - gr. 5 - 8 choir) as we prepare for our Remembrance Day production which will take place on November 11th at 10:15 am.

Coming up on Tuesday November 8th at 8:00 am are auditions for the Charger Dance Crew. These auditions are open to all students from gr. 4 to gr. 8. Stay tuned for details regarding our winter concert which will take place in the evening of Thursday December 22nd 2016. Churchville is filled with song and dance. We are so glad you are a part of it."

UNITED WAY/SICK KIDS HOSPITAL

THE ARTS

COMMUNITY CORNER: Stay up-to-date with community-based opportunities

On Thursday, Sept. 29th, all staff and students at Churchville P.S. participated in the Terry Fox Walk/Run to raise money for Cancer research. Everyone walked with lots of energy and enthusiasm. Churchville P.S. raised $1,400.00.

TERRY FOX WALK/RUN

GRADE TWO FIELD TRIP TO THE TORONTO ZOO Here are what our Grade two students had to say about their trip to the Zoo. On Monday, Oct. 24th, 2016, all of the Gr. 2 classes went to the Toronto Zoo. First we saw the pandas. The babies were the cutest. Then we saw all of the reptiles. Next, we saw all of the fish. The sea horses were the smallest. At last, we saw all kinds of African animals. The rhinos were the biggest and the strongest. Finally we went back to school. I am excited for our next school trip. – Prabhvir Grade 2 On Monday October, 24th all of the Grade 2 classes went to the Toronto Zoo to learn about animals. First we loaded the bus and drove off. But on the way, I fell asleep. Then we came off the bus and heard the Ghost Buster’s song. Next we saw pandas. The mommy was eating like the daddy panda was. The baby panda was sleeping. After that we saw a polar bear. Her name was Juno. Her mom and dad came out too. And we saw lots more animals. Finally, we went back to the bus. I had so much fun at the Toronto Zoo, I hope we go again next month. –Arista Grade 2 On Monday, Oct. 24th, 2016, every Grade 2 class went to the Toronto Zoo to learn about different kinds of animals. First we saw the pandas. The mom and the dad were eating and the babies were sleeping. Then we saw two poisonous frogs. Next we saw a very big hippo. After that we found a restaurant so we ate there. At last we saw a lion and a very big rhino. Finally we saw a tiger. Then we ate because I had pizza and it smelled so good. I want to go again because I want to see the white rhino and the hippo. –Anshdeep Grade 2

On Monday, Oct. 24th, 2016, the Gr. 2 team went to the Toronto Zoo to learn and meet different kinds of animals. First we got on the bus. The bus ride was long. Next, we visited the pandas. The mom was outside eating, the babies were sleeping and the dad was eating. Then we saw the polar bears. It was raining when we saw the polar bears. After that we ate lunch. Finally we saw the zebras. They were fast. The lions were sleeping and they were white. At last, we went back to school. It was fun and cold. –Anusree Grade 2

EXCURSIONS

Our Dash and Dot robots are the newest addition to our tech programming. Students write code on the iPad to create new behaviours for the robots. Combining creativity, spatial thinking and coding, the robots can complete challenges and perform tasks.

Engaging students in computer science at an early age motivates them to become creators and curators of technology. Our new robots not only expose our students to new ways of thinking, but shows them how computer science can be creative and fun.

Watch out for our Dash and Dot projects, coded by our own Churchville students.

Our lost and found has been growing and growing. We are hoping that you can stop by and have a look to see if anything belongs to you. The Lost and Found box is located in the Kindergarten Hallway beside the gym doors.

Congratulations to parents – 81% of you have adopted the School Cash Online system. Please visit the School Cash Online site to see the food programs and promotional items being offered for purchase by clicking on https://district.schoolcashonline.com/

A reminder to all parents/guardians to report their children's full-day absences, late arrivals and/or early departures from school via our new automated SafeArrival phone number at 1-855-209-6155, online at pdsb.schoolconnects.com, or by downloading the mobile app (through your phone's app store) for Apple and Android devices. For absences longer than 5 consecutive school days, please contact the school office

The last Friday in November has been declared as the Peel Custodial and Maintenance Workers’ Day. This year, the recognition day falls on Friday, Nov. 25, 2016. Take this opportunity to thank the important work of custodial and maintenance workers and their hard work and commitment to well-being and safety.

LOST AND FOUND

CASH ONLINE

CUSTODIAL AND MAINTENANCE WORKERS’ DAY

STUDENT ATTENDANCE

TECHNOLOGY

CANCELLATION & CLOSING SCHOOLS DUE TO BAD WEATHER

During the winter months, we may need to cancel buses or close schools because of inclement weather. Information regarding details of cancellations or closures will be announced on radio and television stations listed below and posted at www.peelschools.org, school websites and www.stopr.ca. Information will also be available on Twitter (@Peelschools), Facebook (www.facebook.com/peelschools) or by calling 905-890-1010 or 1-800-668-1146.

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Peel District School Board buses are cancelled. This means that schools remain open for students and staff, but buses are cancelled. Bus cancellations could occur in all or parts of municipalities. Buses will remain cancelled all day. All activities that require busing will also be cancelled. Permits, night school classes, child care and other activities in schools will operate as usual.

All Peel District School Board schools and board offices are closed. This means that all schools and Board offices are closed to students and staff. All activities in schools and board offices are also cancelled, including child care, night school and permits.

All evening programs and permits at the Peel District School Board are cancelled. This means that all activities in schools and Board offices are cancelled, including continuing education courses and events. The buildings will be closed.

All weekend programs and permits at the Peel District School Board are cancelled. This means that all activities in schools and Board offices are cancelled, including continuing education courses and events. The buildings will be closed.

BUS TRANSPORTATION

At the Peel board, our mission is to inspire success, confidence and hope in each child. There is no doubt that families play a vital role in helping us achieve this goal. As our partner in education, we hope you'll stay connected to your child's learning throughout his or her entire school experience.

Visit www.peelschools.org/parents/helpyourchild to explore all resources available to parents. There you will find easy-to-navigate buttons that connect families to tip sheets and web pages on a number of different topics, including math, homework, special education, EQAO and mental health. The Peel District School Board will recognize Bullying Awareness and Prevention Week during the week of Nov. 20 to 26, 2016.

This year, we ask our Peel community to ‘#ChooseAction to Be the Difference’ in their classes, offices, schools, communities or world, in order to make these spaces better places for everyone. The Peel Board would like to hear about the big and small actions, the pledges, the promises and the attitudes that our Peel community value, and ask that you take a moment to share your #ChooseAction moments on social media.

BULLYING AWARENESS

PARENT RESOURCES

At Churchville P.S. students are taught to: - define bullying - identify forms of bullying - identify the shifting roles in bullying relationships, for example the person who

bullies, the target, the bystander or the trusted advocate - determine how to safely “choose action” to prevent and intervene in bullying &

harassment - understand that bullying is a relationship problem with relationship solutions - determine positive ways to interact with others in an accepting, inclusive way - demonstrate character attributes and be a leader to help maintain positive and

safe school communities Bullying Awareness and Prevention Week is one of the key items contained in Bill 13: The Accepting Schools Act, that came into effect on Sept. 1, 2012. For more information, visit: www.peelschools.org/aboutus/safeschools/bullying/ or www.edu.gov.on.ca/eng/safeschools/prevention.html.

New Peel District School Board program offers flexible school options for student athletes, artists.

Does your child/teen have an intense sports or arts training and competition schedule that makes it difficult to attend school regularly? The Peel District School Board’s new Peel Region High Performers Program will offer flexible timetabling to accommodate student athletes and artists with demanding practice, competition, rehearsal and/or performance schedules.

Peel Region High Performers Program will open in September 2017. Information nights will be offered as follows:

Grades Information Night Location

4 to 5 Nov. 2, 2016 at 6:30 p.m. Britannia Public School 1145 Swinbourne Dr. in Mississauga

6 to 8 Nov. 9, 2016 at 6 p.m. Dolphin Sr. Public School 18 Brookside Dr. in Mississauga

Applications are now available at: www.peelschools.org/HighPerformers.

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