Important Dates:

Oct. 9 - Holiday

(no school)

Oct. 16 - Picture Day

Gr. 1, 2, 4C, 4D

Oct. 17 - Picture Day

Gr. 3, 4, 5

Oct. 17 - School Council

Meeting 7pm

Oct. 27 - Character Assembly

10:15 & 10:55

Oct. 6th 2017

Corsair Public School

École publique Corsair

2230 Corsair Road

Mississauga, Ontario

L5A2L9

Phone: 905-279-1511

Fax: 905-279-8603

Scott Krueger

Principal

Harpreet Hassanwalia

Vice-Principal

Marilyn Henderson-

Briehl

Office Manager

Darren Van Hooydonk

Superintendent

Janet McDougall

Sue Lawton

Trustees

A MESSAGE FROM THE ADMINISTRATION TEAM

It's hard to believe that we are already into October! Our Corsair Vikings are off to a great start this year, learning, connecting, singing, running, building and so much more! Our focus this month has been on settling back into routines, developing good work habits and delving into curriculum to ensure a successful year ahead. Speaking of success, class size is an important factor in making sure that each student gets the attention they need. To this end, every September, the Peel Board examines enrolment data to ensure that class sizes are in compliance with Ministry expectations. This year, our classes were too full, resulting in a school-wide reorganization. We would like to thank Corsair’s staff, students and community for helping us through this process to ensure the very best for our students. This month, we will continue to set goals, get deeper into the curriculum and begin to plan for additional activities, like "Character Assemblies” as well as extra-curricular clubs. As the weather begins to cool down, please check the weather and dress your children appropriately - all students have two periods of time where they play outside, and proper attire will keep them comfortable and healthy! Don't forget to leave the house with enough time to arrive at school at 9:15 am.

Harpreet Hassanwalia Scott Krueger Vice-Principal Principal

SCHOOL HOURS:

9:15

9:15—9:35

9:35—10:15

10:15—10:45

10:45—11:35

11:35—12:15

12:15—12:55

12:55—1:35

1:35—2:15

2:15—2:55

2:55—3:35

3:35

Entry

Period 0

Period 1

Period 2

Period 3

Nutrition Bk

Period 4

Period 5

Nutrition Bk

Period 6

Period 7

Dismissal

Respect

Être Respectueux

WELCOME OUR NEW HEAD CUSTODIAN

On behalf of our staff, students and community, we would like to extend a warm welcome to our new Head Custodian, Joe Azevedo. Mr. Azevedo comes to us from Riverside PS, where he was also Head Custodian. He has spent this week getting acquainted with our school and already helping us keep the school a safe and healthy place to learn and work! We know you will enjoy your time here. Bienvenue!

OUR TERRY FOX RUN By Nolan C.

This month we completed our Terry Fox walk to raise awareness about cancer. We ran or walked for approximately 40 minutes. I am proud that everyone participated in it. Terry Fox was a great person who ran from St. John’s Newfoundland to Thunder Bay Ontario. His goal was to raise money and awareness by running across Canada, but Terry's cancer spread to his lungs and he was unable to continue. Sadly Terry died at the age of 22 in 1981. Terry's dream was that one day a cure for cancer would be found. Thank you everyone that participated in this special event and hopefully one day there will be a cure for cancer.

PERMISSION FORMS DUE!

A reminder that permission forms for walking excursions, media and use of technology are now overdue. These forms were the first two

pages of the agenda. If you haven’t already done so, please send these forms in to your child’s teacher as soon as possible. Merci!

STUDENT VOICES AT CORSAIR

This year we thought we would try something different! Instead of staff deciding which clubs would run, we asked our students to tell us what clubs they would love to see here at our school. Students from all grades were invited to write, draw or have someone help them give us their ideas. We received so many great ideas, like “Cooking Club”, “Dance Club” and even “Beyblade Club”! Thanks Corsair! We can’t wait to see which clubs we can get going!

KARATE KIDS IS BACK AGAIN!

ABOUT KARATE KIDS®

: Karate Kids is a Board of Education approved

program that runs in over 95 elementary schools in Ontario. It is a low cost,

convenient lunch-time program designed to bring the benefits of Martial

Arts, physical activity and character development to children. This non-

contact, non-competitive activity encourages kids to be active while learning

and having fun! Currently, the program is for our grades 2—4 students. The

program will open for our grade 1 students in the new year.

Article By: Valentina

in 5E

The Grade 5 Greening

Team have awesome

responsibilities! These

students help 6 days

out of the 10 day cycle

during first nutrition

breaks. They do the

following: gardening,

planting, painting,

watering, vermi-

composting, writing the

newsletter, creating

bulletin boards and

doing presentations at

assemblies. There are

24 people in this

awesome organization!

The Fall Breeze

The Green Team

The Green Team’s goal

is to promote a green and

healthy school. We want

students to learn how to

be energy conscious, to

understand what items

should go in recycling or

waste bins and how we

can create a new

generation of green

leaders. We also want to

educate students to

understand the benefits of

using less water and

reducing waste in order to

conserve our resources.

All students are invited

from grades 1 to 5, in

order to build awareness

across all grades that we

all have a role to play.

Our students that

volunteer do so because

they have fun and want

to help the school to be

green.

-Valentina 5E

2nd Annual Pumpkin Patch Contest

Where? The Roots Garden

When? October 31 2017 – Period 6-7

Who? All classes, all teachers, all staff

Why? To be creative, have fun and celebrate Halloween

What? All classes, teachers and all staff are encouraged

to create a pumpkin using decorating using various

materials like colored paper, crayons and paint

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Volume 1, Issue 1

6/10/2017

FROM THE GREEN TEAM:

NO SCENTS IS GOOD SENSE!

In all Peel schools, we request staff, students and the community to contribute to a healthy indoor air environment by NOT using perfumes, colognes or other scented products. These include, but are not limited to:

Body / facial lotions

Body spray

Hand sanitizers For more information about the “No Scents is Good Sense” awareness program, please contact the Health, Wellness and Safety department at 905-890-1010, extension 2424. Merci!

WE ALL SHARE THE AIR! LET’S TAKE CARE OF EACH OTHER.

Peel schools will pay tribute to bus drivers on Bus Driver Appreciation Day on Oct. 18, 2017. The day will be celebrated with special activities and events that provide teachers, students and parents an opportunity to thank the people who safely transport over 36,000 students to and from school each day. If your child rides the bus to school, take this opportunity to thank the bus driver for his or her contribution and ask your child to do so too. The Peel board appreciates the important job bus drivers do each school day and Oct. 18 provides an opportunity to give these individuals the recognition they deserve.

BUS DRIVER APPRECIATION DAY

OCTOBER 18TH

GET INVOLVED IN YOUR CHILD’S EDUCATION Research shows parent involvement positively affects student success. Becoming more involved brings many benefits. You will get to know teachers, the principal and other parents better. You will be able to share your talents, experiences and ideas. You will inspire youth—and be inspired by them. You will show your child how much you value education. You will gain insights that can help you to boost your child's learning. And you could develop skills and knowledge that can help you in your own career. There are many ways to be involved. Attending the Peel District School Board's annual parent conference, volunteering at your child's school, talking to your teen about their school day and reading with your child at night are all forms of parent involvement. Visit www.peelschools.org/parents/involved to learn more.

GOING ON VACATION?

We encourage families to schedule vacations/trips during non-school times. However we know that circumstances can dictate otherwise.

If your child will be absent from school due to vacation, please contact the main office at 905-279-1511. Depending on the duration of the absence, there are different protocols in place.

CELEBRATING A BIRTHDAY?

We understand that birthdays are special occasions that students want to celebrate with their peers. However, due to allergies at Corsair, we ask that students refrain from bringing food items when celebrating their birthday.

Special days should be celebrated at home, however if you feel you must acknowledge an event, we ask that you bring in non-perishable items (e.g., stickers, pencils, erasers). If food items are brought in, students will be disappointed that they will have to bring them back home at the end of the day.

Alternatively, families are invited to donate a book to Corsair’s library to acknowledge the birthday. Please contact our librarian if you wish to do so.

THANK YOU TO OUR COMMUNITY CORSAIR OPEN HOUSE

We had our Open House at Corsair on Wednesday October 4th. Thank you to all staff and families for your efforts in making this evening very successful! Students and their families visited the school and saw their child’s learning space, they got to meet the teacher and even might have visited different areas in the school where they go to learn. Families will have a chance to talk more formally about their child’s academic progress in November.

OCTOBER 31 = SPIRIT DAY AT CORSAIR! We will have a spirit day on Tuesday, October 31st! Participation, as always, is completely voluntary. Students are invited to wear Fall / Harvest colours (brown/red/yellow) or a costume There will be an opportunity for students to tour the school and see other students’ Spirit wear during the morning (periods 2, 3) There will be the option of alternate activities for those students who do not wish to participate Students SHOULD NOT bring any treats or candy to school for this spirit day

Guidelines for students who choose to wear a costume:

No costumes with replica weapons No face masks No costumes that mimic the traditional attire of an ethnic, racial, gender or

marginalized group/identity Students may come dressed in their costumes from home Time will not be given for students to change or apply face paint at school Students should bring a change of clothes for after the tour

Helpful tips for students who choose to go trick-or-treating in their neighbourhood:

Halloween is a fun and exciting time, but safety should be the number one concern. Wear a properly fitted costume that is bright and non-flammable. Use reflective tape on your costume so you can be seen in the dark. Use face makeup or enlarge the eyes on your mask so you can see well. When wearing a mask, push it up on your head while walking. Teach children to visit the front door of well lit homes and never go inside. Help your child plan a route and a time to be home. Remind children to always walk on the sidewalk, and obey traffic and pedestrian signals. Have an adult check treats at home before allowing children to eat them. Younger children should go trick-or-treating with an adult. Older children are reminded to

trick-or-treat in groups. Teach children their home phone number and how to call 9-1-1 if they have an emergency or

become lost.

PIZZA DAYS ARE BACK! The following letter was sent home with the oldest or only student in your family. It is included below for your reference. Our first PIZZA DAY will be on Tuesday October 10! Be sure to order by Sunday October 8th at noon.

APPLY FOR A PARENT POSITION ON THE BOARD’S “WE RISE TOGETHER” ADVISORY COUNCIL The Peel District School Board is currently seeking applications from parents of Black Peel students to fill three available positions for the We Rise Together Advisory Council, beginning October 2017 and ending June 2018. Peel parents interested in this volunteer opportunity can apply using the online form available at www.peelschools.org/werisetogether. The online application closes Wednesday, October 11, 2017 at 4:30 p.m.

The advisory council will consist of parents, community members, students, trustees and board staff who are committed to achieving the goals set out in the We Rise Together Accountability Report. Parent representatives will provide advice, support and feedback on the implementation of We Rise Together action steps in the areas of Student Leadership, Curriculum, Staff Development and Community Engagement. An important component of the We Rise Together Action Plan, the following is the selection criteria for parents interested in being a part of the We Rise Together Advisory Council: parent of Black Peel student(s) currently enrolled in the Peel District School Board one representative from Brampton, one from Caledon, one from Mississauga demonstrates a commitment to, and knowledge of the We Rise Together Accountability Report and subsequent action steps

understands the importance of parent, family and community engagement demonstrates a keen interest in public education seeks to promote healthy, positive and progressive relationships with the Peel District School Board demonstrates advocacy and community development skills

Selected applicants will be contacted. If you have any questions, please contact communications@peelsb.com. For more information about We Rise Together, please visit www.peelschools.org/werisetogether

CORSAIR SCHOOL COUNCIL 2017CORSAIR SCHOOL COUNCIL 2017CORSAIR SCHOOL COUNCIL 2017---201820182018

The Corsair Parent Council had it’s first meeting on September 19, 2017 and the Council members were elected. For the 2017-18 school year the Parent Council is: Laura Jane Elkin & Sonja Gascoyne - Co-chairpersons Peter Van Sluytman - Treasurer Laila Saleh - Secretary/Communications Asima Sultana - Fundraising Rakhi Yandhe - Volunteer Coordinator Erhard Kouassi - Member Janet Drummond - Member Anita Kaicker Khanra - Member Syed Qadri - Member

Of course ALL parents are welcome to all meetings and to participate and volunteer for activities. You can also reach us via email at corsairps.council@peelsb.com . Currently the Parent Council is planning PIZZA DAYS starting on October 10, 2017 and our READ-A-THON fundraiser in February.

The Parent Council has also received a “Parents Reaching Out (PRO)” Grant from the Ministry of Education this year for a pro-gram called: Empowering Parents to Empower their Children. This program is a series of Parent Workshops and resources over the school year. The first workshop is scheduled for November 15, 2017 titled “How to support a French Immersion student if you don’t speak French” delivered by Canadian Parents for French. Please mark the date and watch for more details in the No-vember newsletter.

Please join us for our next meeting on Tuesday, October 17 at 7:00 pm where we’ll be brainstorming and setting our activity goals for the year.

Is your child missing more? Why does attendance matter? First, understand that getting to school–every day and on time–matters at every level, perhaps even more so in elemen-tary school. That’s because important learning occurs daily, right from the start of class. And because you establish patterns early on. By being punctual and responsible, children are acquiring positive habits about school attendance. Some other things to consider:

By being late, children miss important social time with their peers before school begins. Students who are late often feel embarrassed or self-conscious. Late arrivals can disrupt the routine of the classroom. Too many missed school days can increase isolation, as the child stands out from her classmates and misses oppor-

tunities to develop socially. A last-minute rush can be stressful for the child, and the child may arrive to school in the wrong frame of mind. Missing even five or 10 minutes of the day can make it harder for the student to understand the material being

taught. Frequent absenteeism leads to gaps in a child’s skills and knowledge base, cause the child to fall behind his peers

and hurt his self-esteem. Absenteeism makes it tougher for the child to develop a good rapport with the teachers and makes it harder for

students to demonstrate their learning to teachers.

When Time is Ticking

Few homes run like clockwork. The morning routine, especially, can be a mad scramble. But there are effective strategies for getting your little one up and out the door on time.

Get your child to bed at a reasonable hour. Set realistic and consistent schedules and rules at home. Getting ready for school should be part of the child’s over-

all routine, something that’s expected every day. The night before school, do whatever is necessary to shave time in the morning, such as setting out clothes, pack-

ing lunch, and setting schoolbags at the door. Have a set morning routine that the child can easily follow, i.e. washing hands and face, going to the bathroom,

dressing, making the bed, brushing teeth, and eating a healthy breakfast. Avoid any distractions that can slow the child down, like TV or games. If you’re running late regularly, set your alarm to get up earlier.

Elementary school is a wonderful time in the life of a child, a time of great strides in learning and in social and emotional development. Many things affect your child’s success, from the quality of his or her teachers, to the makeup of the class. One of the most im-portant factors is your child’s regular and timely attendance.

Getting to class on time, and avoiding absences, are critical if your child is to get the most out of school. It seems obvious. But the fact is that elementary students tend to miss an average of eight or more school days during the year. What can you as a parent do to help ensure your child’s proper attendance?

Is it a sick day?

Children do get sick sometimes – they are still developing natural resistance to certain infections, their hygiene behaviours are still developing and germs spread more easily in a classroom. So some missed school is unavoidable, for the child’s own well-being, and the protection of her classmates. But there are ways to cut down on sick days. Teach your child about proper handwashing, after going to the bathroom, playing outside or wiping his nose. Follow other healthy habits, from eating nutritious food to getting enough sleep. Some symptoms make school attendance uncomfortable, like a fever, vomiting, or diarrhea. But if you’re unsure whether

your child is sick enough to miss school, talk to your doctor. Some children pretend to be sick to avoid school. Ask yourself is the child’s symptoms are vague, (i.e. a headache, upset

stomach, fatigue), if your child tends to miraculously recover just after school starts or ends, or if the illness is happening during stressful times at school or at home. Allowing your child to remain home when there’s no real illness sets a bad pattern.

If you decide to keep your child home, please report your child’s absence via the SafeArrival system quickly and conveniently in one of the three ways: Call an automated, interactive toll free number – 1-855-209-6155 Report absences online by accessing the SafeArrival parent portal on pdsb.schoolconnects.com Download the SafeArrival mobile application for Apple and Android devices Once you have reported your child’s absence, keep the child in bed or doing quiet, low-key activities. A day off from school shouldn’t be a holiday, it should be a time to recuperate from illness, so the child can return as soon as possible.

Set the right example Children follow the lead of their parents. If you place an importance on regular and prompt school attendance, so will your child. Show interest in your child’s education by asking about the school day, celebrating school successes, attending school

events and parent-teacher interviews, volunteering at school, and communicating with your child’s teacher. The more you value school, the more your child will.

Provide a home environment that encourages learning and curiosity. Treat the school hours with respect. If you have to make an appointment for your child, arrange it before or after school

or, if that’s not possible, at the very beginning or end of the day. When it comes to planning family trips, some parents will factor in the schedule in the higher grades, but think little of

pulling their child out of school. If anything, younger students can be affected more when they miss an extended period, finding it tough to relearn classroom routines and rejoin their peer group. Learning is cumulative, building on the skills and concepts that were introduced before. And this process is ongoing. Family trips can be wonderful learning experiences themselves. But if they must occur during the school year, please save them for scheduled breaks.

If your child resists going to school, for no apparent reason, talk to him or her about any possible problems with the school, teacher or other kids. However, don’t give in to coaxing, pleading or threatening and keep the child at home. That creates a bad precedent.

Frequent early dismissal can also be detrimental to student learning, as the minutes add up very quickly! Please try to allow your children to stay at school for the entirety of the day.

Need more information?

If you have any questions regarding any of the issues raised here about lateness or attendance, or if you’re looking for other tips on getting your child to school, please talk to us. By working together, we can help support a more successful school experience for your child. Visit our website at www.peelschools.org.