Terry Fox PS Newsletter - Calico School Library

March/April 2014
Message from the Principal
It looks like Winter is finally leaving and Spring is right around
the corner. The snow has disappeared and the warmer weather
has been heartily welcomed. With this nicer weather and the
accompanying rain showers comes challenges with our field
area. As always, we will continue to allow students to play on
the field only when conditions are appropriate and it is not too
muddy.
Our staff continues to dedicate themselves to student learning
and achievement inside and outside the classroom, and engage
in a variety of professional learning opportunities, which are
shared with our students.
continued . . .
Terry Fox P.S.
Newsletter
185 Wintermute Blvd., Scarborough, ON M1W 3M9
http://schools.tdsb.on.ca/terryfox
. . . continued
We also have a very
involved and supportive
parent council whose
support has allowed us to
bring such things as
Scientists in the School and
Prologue Performances to
our school. We are able to
bring in a variety of
musicians/ performers who
come to our school for
special assemblies and
occasions. All of this is
possible due to hardworking and committed
staff, parents, students and
community members.
With the arrival of the final
term we would like to
thank the many parents
who respect the traffic
regulations in the front of
the school. Nevertheless,
this area still remains an
area of safety concern.
The school and the Parent
Council have addressed
this concern by initiating
the Safety Program (Kiss
n’ Ride, Safety Patrollers).
D. Malvern, Principal
Sports Highlights!
OT Fitness Fun in Athletics Ontario Finals
On April 3rd, thirty of Terry Fox's finest grade 7 and 8
athletes competed in the annual OT Fitness Fun in Athletics
Ontario Finals. As the two-time reigning champions we
were eager to defend our title and bring the trophy back to
Fox. However, schools from all over the province such as
Hamilton, Brampton, Alliston, and Toronto were also
determined to come out on top. Our athletes ran their
fastest, jumped their farthest, and threw their best but
unfortunately we did not retain the title. We finished in a
close second place. Everyone had so much fun and now we
look forward to next year's competition. The Fun in
Athletics team are: Selina Lam, Johanna Hua, Anushka
Gogi, Crystal Chu, Fiona Wang, Maggie Luo, Kara
Sheng, Melissa Wong, Victoria Young, Rachel Chu, Olivia
Yip, Jenny Li, Jennifer Chen, Jacky Jiang, Kelly Su, Jing
Lin, Ronald Zhou, Stephen Yu, Haoran Wang, Jonathan
Xie, Brooks Lin, Alex Zhou, Kevin Luo, Michael Chu, Thomas
Zhu, Leslie Huang, Anthony Tsang, Daniel Zhou, David Li,
and Frankie Mai.
Calendar of Events
Career Day
On Thursday, April 3rd, there was an event called Career Day
that happened at Sir Earnest MacMillan Senior Public School.
The Grade 7 and 8 students and teachers were invited to
join. Everyone went to school early in the morning, and then
we headed to MacMillan by foot. Outside, the air was fresh;
it gave us a comfortable feeling. When we got there, a pilot
was in the gym waiting for us. He made a speech about how
to become a pilot and what pilots do. Next, all the students
were separated into groups. We were able to meet three
presenters with different careers. First, I went to the Real
Estate presentation. The broker, Mrs. Felice, taught us how
to communicate with buyers and sellers. There was a break
and then afterwards I went to the nurses’ room. There were
2 nurses, one was more experienced than the other. The
nurses showed us the different items that are often used in
nursing and how to use them. After lunch, I met the lawyer,
Mrs. Farmer. I learned that arguing and communication are
very important skills for a lawyer. The Career Day event
ended at 2:30 in the afternoon. We went back to our school.
Sadly, I didn't get to meet the presenter for art and music.
However, I'll try next year!!!! :)
Please mark your
calendars for two very
exciting upcoming
events:
ECO FAMILY
NIGHT
Thursday, April 24,
2014
6:00 – 7:30 pm
SPRING
CONCERT
Thursday, May 15,
2014
6:00 – 7:00 pm
-Lucy T.
Terry Fox P.S.
185 Wintermute Blvd.,
Scarborough, Ontario
M1W 3M9
D. Malvern (Principal)
G. Lim (Vice-Principal)
L. Caruana (OA)
416-396-6600
P. Chang, Superintendent
S. Sotiropoulos, Trustee
Email: [email protected]
Toronto District School Board
http://schools.tdsb.on.ca/terryfox
Terry Fox @ MacMillan’s Careet Day
Student of the Month for March - Honesty
March’s character trait is honesty. Honesty is being truthful in word and action, showing trustworthiness, is
telling the truth, etc. The following students were chosen by peers and teachers for displaying these attributes:
Teacher Name
Grade
Ms. Jong
Mrs. Feng
Ms. Lee
Mrs. Bu
FDK
Ms. Baptista
Mrs. Hsiung
Ms. Corcoran
Mrs. Yogeswaran
Mrs. Ahn
FDK
Ms. Ngu
1
Ms. Kwan
1/2
Mrs. Nikolarakos
1/2
Mrs. VanDerToorn
2/3
Mrs. Killam
2/3
Ms. LePera
3
Mr. Wan
3/4
Ms. Lau
4
Mr. Beveridge
5
Mr. Nikolarakos
5/6
Ms. Chu
Mrs. Mitra
6
7
Mrs. Chan
7/8
Mrs. Cameron
Mr. P. Chan
8
FDK
FDK
1
March
Honesty
Oson
Steven
Hudson
Kaden
Jaden
Kevin
Ivan
Conan
Evan
Bosco
Owen
Kaco
Cindy
Tyson
Jason
Daniel
Crystal
Kathleen
Emmy
Richard
Maggie
Jackie
Timothy
Patrick
Tong
Jason
Kevin
Tina
Brian
Angela
Angel
Luna
Victoria
Angela
Leslie
Kelly
Andy
Micko
Jessica
Chang
Ya Ya
Kingson
Chairmane
The Loyalists
Thump Thump! Thump Thump! That is the sound of a horse galloping by the horizon. Have
you ever heard of the Loyalists? Loyalists lived a long time ago and were the first group of
settlers to come to Canada. On March 4, a Loyalist lady came to our classroom. She taught us a
lot of things including how they lived, the war, and other things too. My favourite part was
when I played with different kinds of games. I wish that I can see her all the time!!!
BEST DAY EVER!!!
By: Vivian
Grade 3 – Room 203
Our Trip to Forest Valley – April 14, 2014
On April 14th, we went to Forest Valley. At first, we visited a portable called the “Den”. We studied maps and
we played a mapping game. We looked at the map for locations, then found it and drew the symbol. You
actually have to go to the location! We played the game inside one time, and outside one time. The outside map
was a lot bigger! Then, we had lunch. My lunch was; pizza, juice and Yop. After lunch, we went back to the
“Den”. We learned about co-operation, played a cooperation game and then we visited the Don River. It was
“supertastic” if I do say. Then we went to a shelter and played a noodle game. You have to put your right
pointing finger and our guider says “Finger!” and we let go and try to get your partners noodle. After, we went
to a place for lemonade. Then we went back to the school. The end.
Philip L.– grade 2
On Monday, April 14th, it was my trip to Forest Valley! It was so awesome! We played games and learned
about interesting things. First, I went to school and did the same old regular routine. Then we went on the bus.
After the bus ride we met our tour guide. The weather was warm and sunny. When we went to the Den, which
was a portable, we did mapping games. We also did scavenger hunts with the maps, both outside and inside.
Then it was lunch time and I had rice, shrimp, eggs, green onions, and cabbage. Also, Mrs.Van Der Toorn
made us rice crispy squares, and Sabrina made cupcakes. Then we played at the park. My favourite thing was
walking on a wobbly, metal log. After we went back to the Den and talked about co-operation and played a
cooperation game. Then, it was time to go, but before that we drank lemonade. It was so sweet and yummy!
The trip to Forest Valley was awesome!
Nico J.
Terry Fox Clothes
Drive
Do you have clothing that no longer fit or no longer use?
We have the perfect solution for you!
Terry Fox Public School’s EcoSchools team will be partnering up with the Canadian Diabetes Association to
hold a Used Clothing Drive in April. We will be collecting gently used clothing and donating it to the Canadian
Diabetes Association. For every garbage bag full of clothing that we collect, our school will receive $2. The
money raised will go towards building a garden for our school. The Canadian Diabetes Association will sell the
used clothing through Valu Village and 100% of the proceeds will go towards the Canadian Diabetes
Association and directly support diabetes research, education and advocacy.
What items are accepted?
All men’s, women’s, adult, or children’s used clothing is acceptable. Examples of items are shirts, pants,
jackets, vests, sweaters, dresses, jeans, scarves etc….
When do we bring the used clothing to school?
Terry Fox Public School will be holding a Family Eco-Literacy Night on Thursday, April 24th. On that evening,
we will be displaying all the bags of clothing we have collected.
Due to limited storage space at our school, we will begin accepting bags of clothing during the week of April
22nd. Further information will be provided closer to the date on where to place the bags at school.
Alternatively, you may also drop of your bags of clothing during Family Eco-Literacy Night.
Do I have to bring a whole garbage bag full of clothes?
No. Students and parents can bring as little or much used clothing as they would like. As the clothing is
collected, the school will transfer the items into garbage bags as necessary.
EcoSchools looks forward to being able to help the environment by diverting used clothing from landfills. We are also proud to be
able to help our community and support the Canadian Diabetes Association and the battle against diabetes.
Thanks for your support!
Gr. 8 Dr. Norman Bethune Assignment
NORMAN BETHUNE
Par Kingson Fung
Norman Bethune est un chirurgien canadien renommé. J’ai appris que Bethune est né à
Gravenhurst, en Ontario, le 3 mars, 1890, et il est décédé en Chine, le 12 novembre, 1939. Il
s’est coupé le doigt et il est mort parce que son doigt s’infectant. J’ai appris qu’il était un
médecin, mais il est connu pour ses efforts sociaux et humanitaires. Il a créé des instruments
chirurgicaux parce qu’il est un inventeur aussi. Et il va en Chine pour soigner les blessés en
1938. Je pense que Bethune était un Canadien important parce qu’il a créé des instruments
chirurgicaux, et il voulait un système de santé public, universel, et gratuit pour tous au Canada.
Son philosophie était que tout le monde devrait avoir accès à des soins médicaux gratuits.
Henry Norman Bethune
~Selina Lam~
J’ai lu une histoire de Dr. Norman Bethune et j’ai appris qu’il est né à Gravenhurst, en Ontario.
Il est connu dans le monde pour son travail. Je pense qu'il était un Canadien important parce
qu'il a fait beaucoup pour les autres. Il a soigné beaucoup de blesses et beaucoup de gens pense
qu’il est un héro. J’ai appris qu’il a ouvert une clinique pour les chômeurs parce qu’il s’est battu
pour que tous aient accès a des soins médicaux gratuits. Pendant la guerre avec les japonais,
Bethune va en Chine pour secourir les victimes de la guerre. Il n’arrête pas même s’il y a un
problème. Par exemple, quand les blesses étaient trop loin, il continue d’essayer d’aider tout le
monde et il va où les blesses sont. Mais, parce qu’il veut aider tout le monde et veut que tout le
monde va bien, il ne pense pas de lui. Il sait qu’il a une blessure, mais, il continue d’aider les
autres. Au Canada, il inspire un système de santé publique, universel et gratuit. Je ne suis pas la
seule personne qui pense ça, et je sais ça parce qu’il y a tellement de chose qui montre ça. Il y a
une statue de lui à Montréal, et il y a une école avec son nom. Il ne travaille pas pour l’argent et
il refuse même tout salaire. Il est bénévole. Il a appris que trop de médecins font passer le profit
avant la vie des gens et risque trop de vies. J’ai appris que Bethune est mort parce qu’il a une
blessure au doigt qui devait en s’infectant. Il est décédé en Chine le 12 novembre 1939, et il
devenu un héros national. Il a sauvé beaucoup de vies des gens et il a fait beaucoup des choses
importantes. Pendant son temps en Espagne, il a organisé la première unité mobile de
transfusion sanguine au monde. Il est une bonne personne qui voulait aider tout le monde.
Après que j’ai appris ça, je suis très fière d’aller à l’école nommée pour lui et maintenant je sais
pourquoi il était important, maintenant et pour le future.
Dr. Norman Bethune
Grade 5s Invade Toronto Island Nature School
On Wednesday March 2, our Grade 5 students landed on the docks of the Toronto Island, for a
three day adventure in education and fun. For many students, this was the first time they had
been away from their families overnight but our students seemed a lot less worried about that
than their parents!
It didn’t take long for the students to acclimatize to their new environment. They quickly found
their bunks, unpacked, and headed out for the first learning session. Grade 5s participated in
numerous sessions, including creating Art on the beach, learning about the production of maple
syrup, and assessing the conservation of energy in the living community of Toronto Island.
Students were given the opportunity to feed some forest birds by hand, and they got to
experience what it feels like to be in a Woodland Food-Chain by participating in Predator and
Prey.
There was perhaps, a little less sleep than usual, but all in all, the students were remarkably well
behaved, as noted by the Island School instructors on numerous occasions.
Luckily, the weather held out for us, considering the time year and kind of winter we’ve just
had. Thank you to Ms. Caruana for managing the girls’ dorm with twice as many students as
Mr. N. and Mr. B. had to oversee!
The Island School is the best school ever!! It was the best three days -Julia
Awesome. End of conversation -Jerry
The island school will make history for all to enjoy!!!! - Arthur!!
The Island school was caring and respectful to us. -Richie
The island school was amazing! -Marco
It was a wonderful and fun science trip! -Angelina
Yaaaaaaaaaaaa! Again, Again !-Martin
The heart of the school and island is nature. -Melinda
I loved the maple syrup tasting the best because you get to eat!! -Janet
Everyone was very cooperative, and the best part was that we got to experience the true essence
of the outdoors. -Cloris
See pictures below:
Our Trip to the Science Centre on March 28, 2014
The Brazilian Dance
On Wed. April 2th, there was a show in the gym, so we came down and saw the show. When
the Brazilian dancers came in, they wore only pants and were half naked! Their pants were
tight, green and yellow. There was also a woman, and she wore yellow and blue clothes. The
dance was awesome! There were loud sounds everywhere, and they did about 4 dances for the
whole school (well I think so). One was the king and there was also a dance about a soccer
player because Brazil people are so good at soccer. And also, they did a slave dance. The slaves
made their job easier by dancing while they were working for someone. They told us the sound
of a special instrument and it sounds like a country sound. They also showed us how you make
it and how to play it. And on a dance, they shot fake bows, but they didn’t really hurt or shoot
anyone. After, they asked if we had any questions. Then it was almost recess so we went to
class and get ready for…..RECESS!
By: Vivian, Tim and Steven
April 2nd
Today is Arche Brazil! First, those creepy people came out and freaked me out! They did not wear shirts.
They wore spiked clothes. It was pretty cool! (and freaky) Second, they began playing music. They have
similar instruments to Africa! Cool so far! Right?! Then they called up some kids to dance!! AWESOME!!!
It was kind of weird (p.s. creepy moves). After that they showed us fighting! There were jumps and kicks.
Isn’t that cool!? Awesome! Then, they called more people to dance! It was amazing. Yeah! Then it was over
and we all returned to our classrooms.
By Kelvin, Philip, and Kingley
Arche Brazil Pictures
Acrostic Poetry – Grade 2
School
S - chool is awesome!
C – ool teachers!
H – appy classroom!
O – h, I really like recess!
O – pen my backpack. Where is my agenda?
L – ike my friends!
By: Christie
Winter
W – inter is cold.
I – cy.
N – o heat.
T – oo much snow!
E – veryone is frozen.
R – ed leaves are covered in snow.
By: Philip
Parents/Caregivers of all Grade 3 and/or 6
Getting Ready for
EQAO
st
Thursday May 1 , 2014
Seneca Hill Public School
GYMNASIUM
625 Seneca Hill Dr., North York, ON, M2J2W6
(South of Finch)
6:30 – 7:30 p.m.
The ER18 Family of Schools is hosting an EQAO information
session:
What is EQAO and why are students tested?
Resources used at school
Supporting your child at home
How to use the EQAO website
Yes, I plan to attend the EQAO Information evening at
Seneca Hill PS on Wednesday, May 1, 2014 at 6:30 p.m.*
Please RSVP online at http://bit.ly/1jCPbjT
*note that there is no child minding available
Character Trait for April: Co-operation
April
Sun
Mon
Tues
1 – Day 4
Grade 4 – 6 excursion to
Roy Thompson Hall - TSO,
11:15 p.m.
Wed
2 – Day 5
Ache Brazil performance,
K-8, 1:00 p.m.
Thurs
Fri
Sat
3 – Day 1
4 – Day 2
5
11 – Day 2
12
Grade 1/2 excursion to
Forest Valley, Kwan and
A. Nikolarakos
IFTA, am @ L’Amoreaux
Intermediate Career Day @
Sir Ernest MacMillan
Intermediate Gr. 8
Badminton @ JB Tyrrell,
2:00 p.m.
6
7 – Day 3
8 – Day 4
Co-Ed Volleyball
Tournament @ Kennedy
9 – Day 5
10 – Day 1
Vimy Ridge Day
Grade 7 Leadership
excursion to Forest Valley
Pink Day
Gr. 8 Badminton @ Terry
Fox, 3:30 pm
13
14 – Day 3
16 – Day 5
18
Grade 6 excursion to SOES
Maundy Thursday
Good Friday
Gr. 2/3 excursion to Forest
Valley, Van Der Toorn and
Killam
Grade 6 excursion to SOES
Gr. 8 Badminton @
Bessborough, 1:00 p.m.
Grade 6 students return
from SOES
No School
21
Arts Jam Part 2, pm - Wan
22 – Day 2
Easter Monday
Passover Ends
No School
Earth Day
23 – Day 3
Track & Field Tryouts
Pizza Order forms due for
April, May, and June
28 – Day 1
Recognition Assembly, 9:00
am
Pizza Lunch
29 – Day 2
Intermediate excursion to
Quebec City
Clay Workshop with
Kinders
am – Ms. Corcoran/Mrs.
Yogeswaran
pm – Ms. Jong/Mrs. Feng
Junior Speech Arts Finals,
1:00 pm
24 – Day 4
EcoFamily Night, 6:00 –
7:30 pm
25 – Day 5
Intermediate Speech Arts
Finals, 9:00 am
Welcoming Communities/
Newcomers program (Table
Tennis), lunch and 3:25 –
5:25 pm
Spirit Day – Backwards Day
School resumes
27
17 – Day 1
Passover Begins
20
Easter
Sunday
15 – Day 4
Grade 6 excursion to SOES
30 – Day 3
Intermediate excursion to
Quebec City
Gr. 5 and 5/6 to Brickworks
Clay Workshop with
Kinders
am – Ms. Baptista/Ms.
Hsiung
pm – Ms. Lee/Mrs. Bu
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May
Sun
Mon
Character Trait for May: Integrity
Tues
Wed
Thurs
1 – Day 4
Intermediate excursion to
Quebec City
Fri
Sat
2 – Day 5
3
Scientist in School – am –
Baptista/pm - Lee
Intermediate students
return from Quebec City
Welcoming Communities/
Newcomers program
(Table Tennis), lunch and
3:25 – 5:25 pm
4
May 5 – 9
Education
Week
5 – Day 1
Gr. 6 Cosmic Connections
presentation - Library, pm
Track and Field Tryout
(Raindate)
6 – Day 2
Junior Family of Schools
Speech Arts Finals @ Sir
Ernest MacMillan, am
7 – Day 3
FOS STEM Showcase
12 – Day 1
13 – Day 2
14 – Day 3
Red Maple excursion to
Harbourfront
18
19
Victoria Day
No School
25
9 – Day 5
Welcoming Communities/
Newcomers program
(Table Tennis), lunch and
3:25 – 5:25 pm
School Council Meeting,
Staff Room, 7 p.m.
Folkdance Jamboree @
Albert Campbell Square,
5:00 pm
11
8 – Day 4
Intermediate Family of
Schools Speech Arts Finals
@ John A. MacDonald, am
20 – Day 1
21 – Day 2
Kinder excursion to
Legoland – Baptista and
Lee
15 – Day 4
Spirit Day: Crazy Hair
Day
16 – Day 5
Spring Concert, 6:00 –
7:00 p.m.
Track & Field Area Meet
@ Varsity
Kinder excursion to
Legoland – Jong and
Corcoran
Welcoming Communities/
Newcomers program
(Table Tennis), lunch and
3:25 – 5:25 pm
22 – Day 3
Pizza Lunch
23 – Day 4
17
24
Welcoming Communities/
Newcomers program
(Table Tennis), lunch and
3:25 – 5:25 pm
Spirit Day: Twin Day
26 – Day 5
27 – Day 1
28 – Day 2
29 – Day 3
30 – Day 4
Gr. 3 and 6 classes to write
EQAO, am
Gr. 3 and 6 classes to write
EQAO, am
Gr. 3 and 6 classes to write
EQAO, am
Track & Field Conference
Meet @ Esther Shiner
Gr. 3 and 6 classes to write
EQAO, am
Vision and Hearing testing
for students
Gr. 8’s to visit Bethune,
am
Kids Have Stress Too!
Parent Workshop, 6:30 –
8:00 p.m.
Welcoming Communities/
Newcomers program
(Table Tennis), lunch and
3:25 – 5:25 pm
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