Principal’s
Message
Welcome March !
Although March usually means we are getting closer to spring we should still remember that we aren’t free from bus cancellation days due to inclement weather. Please make sure you are receiving bus cancellation notices by visiting www.mybrucegreyschoolbus.ca
Please remember to send your child to school with appropriate outdoor wear, winter boots, snow pants, hats and mitts and some extras as it is a little wet some days! We have a beautiful large yard and students are really enjoying it!
This year staff and students will focus on a character trait each month. For the month of March HCCS will be focusing on fairness. Please keep our character education initiatives in mind and speak to your child about what it looks like, feels like and sounds like. Building strong character helps students develop life-long skills that will lead them to success.
Upcoming Dates of Interest
March 5 – Grad Photos
March 6 – School Council – 6:30 pm
March 7- Junior Intermediate Electives
March 11-18 – March Break
March 27 – Bus Evacuation training
March 29 – No School
April 1 – No School
April 8 – PA Day – No school for students
Did you know there is a free math support program? Students in Grades 4 to 11 can get free math tutoring using Mathify.
Pizza and Milk
Pizza, Milk, and Sub, contracts go out via School Cash. Please remember to communicate with your child if they will be receiving these. Some students think they should be but in fact are not, leading to some disappointment. We thank our parent volunteers and our staff for assisting in making this happen for students!
School Council
The School Council will meet again on March the 6th at 6:30 in the library. We always welcome new parents and community members. Come out to hear more about the wonderful supports provided by SC!
We ask that parents do not drop students off before the 8:45 bell as there is no supervision until that time.
Please remember to send your child to school with appropriate outdoor wear & some ways to keep themselves protected on sunny days!
This year staff and students will focus on a character trait each month. For the month of September HCCS will be focusing on GOAL SETTING. Please keep our character education initiatives in mind and speak to your child about what it looks like, feels like and sounds like. Building strong character helps students develop life-long skills that will lead them to success.
My door is always open, and I value your input and feedback. My goal is to provide all students with an excellent education in a safe and supportive environment, in partnership with staff, parents and the community. You are welcome to chat with me either through a phone call, or email me at [email protected].
Attendance & Bussing
It is crucial that we know when and why students are away. Please call the school 519 794 2729 x100 to leave a voice message for Mrs. Fullerton, our office manager, or text the school cell phone at 519-385-0923 (We do not take calls on the cell phone). When texting please ensure you include your child’s name and why they are away. The first time you text, please include whose phone you are texting from so we can add to our contact list (contacts get deleted over the summer).
If your student is absent and we don’t hear from you, we will be calling you or the emergency contact. Thank you for helping us with this important task.
Similarly, if your child is not riding the bus home, you can either call, send a note, or text the school cell phone. The earlier you can let us know the better. Bus lists are printed by 2 pm and when you call late in the day, it’s challenging to get that information to teachers before dismissal. Please do not email attendance information or bus changes as we may not get emails in time.
Kindergarten Registration
Do you have a child starting kindergarten in September 2024?
Registration for children born in 2020 is available. Please call Mrs. Fullerton in the Office at extension 521 to register at the school!
Or start the Registration process online
https://www.bwdsb.on.ca/families_community/online_student_registration
School Council
The School Council meets regularly. We always welcome new parents and community members. Come out to hear more about the wonderful supports provided by this wonderful group!
For information regarding professional activity days in Bluewater District School Board, please visit: https://www.bwdsb.on.ca/spotlight/2023-24_professional_activity_days.
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