Senior Spartans

SAC Meeting - TODAY

In the library, please be on time.

Elearning

Students have an orientation session on Friday period 2 in the library with Mr Timms.

Activity Fair

Tomorrow at lunch in the main foyer. Sign up for your favourite club or teams. Cross country, basketball, soccer, badminton, interact, dance, craft club, ski club and much more. Let’s Go Spartains, Let’s get involved.

Students with First Period spare

Please pick up your timetable and other documents in the main office.

Senior Spartans

Golf Club Meeting

Friday at lunch in room 151.

Elearning

Students have an orientation session on Friday period 2 in the library with Mr Timms.

Activity Fair - TODAY

TODAY at lunch in the main foyer. Sign up for your favourite club or teams. Cross country, basketball, soccer, badminton, interact, dance, craft club, ski club and much more. Let’s Go Spartans, Let’s get involved.

Need Community Hours

If you are interested in earning some community involvement hours, there is an opportunity at the upcoming Cultivate Festival in Port Hope which runs from September 20 – 22.

If you are interested, please see Mr MacDonald before Wednesday of next week.

Senior Spartans

Golf Club Meeting - TODAY

At lunch in room 151.

Elearning - TODAY

Students have an orientation session period 2 in the library with Mr Timms. If you miss this, please see Mr Timms in 206 later in the day.

GSA - TODAY

Room 221. Can those interested in forming a GSA please meet in room 221 for a brief meeting at the beginning of lunch today.

Any students interested in painting a mural for Terry Fox Walk?

We are painting on Monday and Tuesday next week after school. You may participate in getting some community hours in!!

Dance Team, Dance Team

Those students who have signed up to be part of the dance team. Ya!! We are meeting in the Art room, Mrs Papp’s room on Monday, September 9^th at lunch for a brief meeting. See you all there!!

Need Community Hours

If you are interested in earning some community involvement hours, there is an opportunity at the upcoming Cultivate Festival in Port Hope which runs from September 20 – 22.

If you are interested, please see Mr MacDonald before Wednesday of next week.

Our late bus route will begin running from the front of the school for PHHS/Hawkins students.   It will begin next Wed, Sep 11^th/19 at 4:30 p.m.  Please see the attached document for the route information. 

Senior Spartans

Our late bus starts TODAY

For more information check Edsby or stop by the office.

Picture Day is TOMORROW

Extra order forms are available in the office.

Students with period 1 spares

Please pick up your picture day order forms and school calendar from the office.

Arts and Crafts

Arts and crafts club first meeting of the year is this Thursday at lunch in the library. All are welcome.

GSA

Check out the GSA gathering in room 105 on Thursday at lunch. The group is working on a banner for an upcoming Pride Parade in Peterborough.

Do you care about social change?

See Mrs Harnden in room 221 to attend the WE DAY event next Thursday, September 19^th at the Scotiabank Arena in Toronto. Take action and be a social change maker.

Any students interested in helping out with the Terry Fox Banner? TODAY

We are working on the banner in the art room – after school TODAY. You may receive community hours.

Boys Soccer

Practice tomorrow Thursday after school.

Need Community Hours

If you are interested in earning some community involvement hours, there is an opportunity at the upcoming Cultivate Festival in Port Hope which runs from September 20 – 22.

If you are interested, please see Mr MacDonald before Wednesday of next week.

Senior Spartans

Interact Meeting

There will be an Interact meeting in the library Wednesday, September 18 at 2:45. All new and old members welcome.

Rugby

Girls interested in Sevens Rugby should meet Wednesday after school on the main field.

Boys Soccer

Practise/tryouts this Tuesday and Thursday on the main field after school.

Attention all Grade 11 and 12 Students

Thinking of University – Bishops University will be her on Wednesday in the library. Please sign up in the library if you are interested.

Yearbooks from Last year

There are some yearbooks from last year available for purchase. The cost of the yearbook is $40. Please see Mrs LeVon in the office to get your copy.

Girls basketball

Meeting today at lunch in room 201 to discuss a practice day. All girls welcome to attend.

The Port Hope Education Network – family fun fair

The Port Hope Education Network is running a family fun fair on October 9 from 4 to 6. They are looking for volunteers to help set up, run carnival games and face paint. This counts towards your community hours. Please check Edsby or with the office for contact information email Erin Elliott at elliotterin@gmail.com.

Youth Drop In for grades 7 to 12

Starts Tuesday September 17 at 2:45 pm. The youth group is located at the Community Health Centre at 99 Toronto Rd, across from Ganaraska Trails Public School. Join us for games, crafts and cooking! Hope to see you there!

Senior Spartans

Terry Fox Collection

Today’s collection for cancer research is 25 cents. We are thinking about Terry Fox over the next few weeks. Let’s do this!!

The gym is closed today

The gym is closed today at lunch and will re-open Wednesday at lunch.

Interact Meeting

There will be an Interact meeting in the library Wednesday, September 18 at 2:45. All new and old members welcome.

Rugby

Girls interested in Sevens Rugby should meet Wednesday after school on the main field.

Boys Soccer

Practise/tryouts tonight after school on the main field after school.

Attention all Grade 11 and 12 Students

Thinking of University – Bishops University will be her on Wednesday in the library. Please sign up in the library if you are interested.

Yearbooks from Last year

There are some yearbooks from last year available for purchase. The cost of the yearbook is $40. Please see Mrs LeVon in the office to get your copy.

The Port Hope Education Network – family fun fair

The Port Hope Education Network is running a family fun fair on October 9 from 4 to 6. They are looking for volunteers to help set up, run carnival games and face paint. This counts towards your community hours. Please check Edsby or with the office for contact information email Erin Elliott at elliotterin@gmail.com.

Do you love trying out new board games?

Well come on down to room 233 at lunch on Tuesday and Thursdays for board game club. Mr Logan and Mrs Farkas will provide the games. First game day is this Thursday. See you there!!

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Terry Fox Collection

Today is loonie, loonie day – contribute please what you can for Cancer research. Let’s do this PHHS!!!!

Interact Meeting - TODAY

There will be an Interact meeting in the library at 2:45. All new and old members welcome.

Cross Country Runners - TODAY

All cross country runners planning on going to Trinity College after period 1 should meet Ms Wallace in the front hall by 10:00 and be prepared to leave by 10:10. See you there.

Rugby

Girls Rugby practice today has been postponed due to coaching issues.

Basketball Skills Practice

After school today there is a basketball skills practice for any girls interested. Meet in the main gym.

Yearbooks from Last year

There are some yearbooks from last year available for purchase. The cost of the yearbook is $40. Please see Mrs LeVon in the office to get your copy.

The Port Hope Education Network – family fun fair

The Port Hope Education Network is running a family fun fair on October 9 from 4 to 6. They are looking for volunteers to help set up, run carnival games and face paint. This counts towards your community hours. Please check Edsby or with the office for contact information email Erin Elliott at elliotterin@gmail.com.

Do you love trying out new board games?

Well come on down to room 233 at lunch on Tuesday and Thursdays for board game club. Mr Logan and Mrs Farkas will provide the games. First game day is this Thursday. See you there!!

Senior Spartans

Boys Soccer - TODAY

Practice after school today.

Do you love trying out new board games? - TODAY

Well come on down to room 233 at lunch for board game club. Mr Logan and Mrs Farkas will provide the games. See you there!!

Terry Fox Collection - TODAY

Today is Toonie Thursday contribute please give what you can for Cancer research. Remember the $10 on the day of the walk that is a week today! Let’s do this PHHS!!!!

A big Thank you

A BIG thank you to all members of the Spartan Cross Country team who competed yesterday at the season kick off at TCS and represented PHHS well. A special mention to Sydney Watson and Nathan Wood who competed in their first race at the high school level. You all conquered the dreaded Mount Trinity! Looking forward to the next meet at the Ganaraska Forest Centre next Wednesday.

Vending Machines in Cafeteria

Students please note that the vending machines in the cafeteria are out of order.

Spartan Clothing

Anyone interested in purchasing Spartan clothing orders are due by Thursday, September 26^th. Order forms are located in the main office and can be given to Mrs Watson when completed. You may use school cash online to pay or by use cash or cheque. Payment is needed in order to place your order.

Yearbooks from Last year

There are some yearbooks from last year available for purchase. The cost of the yearbook is $40. Please see Mrs LeVon in the office to get your copy.

The Port Hope Education Network – family fun fair

The Port Hope Education Network is running a family fun fair on October 9 from 4 to 6. They are looking for volunteers to help set up, run carnival games and face paint. This counts towards your community hours. Please check Edsby or with the office for contact information email Erin Elliott at elliotterin@gmail.com.

Senior Spartans

Terry Fox Collection - TODAY

Today is anything that you have to contribute to cancer research. Nickles, dimes, quarters, loonies, toonies and of course bills. Remember your $10 bill for next Thursdays walk! Let’s do this PHHS.

Smoking and Vaping Prohibited

As a follow-up to our Code of Conduct assemblies, students are reminded that smoking and vaping are prohibited on board property. Effective Monday, Tobacco Enforcement will be notified of all violations. The fine is $305 for this Provincial offence.

Vending Machines in Cafeteria

Students please note that the vending machines in the cafeteria are out of order.

Boys Soccer

Next Boys soccer practice is Monday after school.

Spartan Clothing

Anyone interested in purchasing Spartan clothing orders are due by Thursday, September 26^th. Order forms are located in the main office and can be given to Mrs Watson when completed. You may use school cash online to pay or by use cash or cheque. Payment is needed in order to place your order.

Yearbooks from Last year

There are some yearbooks from last year available for purchase. The cost of the yearbook is $40. Please see Mrs LeVon in the office to get your copy.

The Port Hope Education Network – family fun fair

The Port Hope Education Network is running a family fun fair on October 9 from 4 to 6. They are looking for volunteers to help set up, run carnival games and face paint. This counts towards your community hours. Please check Edsby or with the office for contact information email Erin Elliott at elliotterin@gmail.com.

Senior Spartans

Cafeteria Closed Thursday

The cafeteria will be closed Thursday. Enjoy the Terry Fox BBQ! Listen for more details through the week.

Smoking and Vaping Prohibited

As a follow-up to our Code of Conduct assemblies, students are reminded that smoking and vaping are prohibited on board property. Effective TODAY, Tobacco Enforcement will be notified of all violations. The fine is $305 for this Provincial offence.

Vending Machines in Cafeteria

Students please note that the vending machines in the cafeteria are out of order.

Boys Soccer - TODAY

The Boys soccer team will be practicing Monday and Tuesday in preparation for Wednesday’s game. We need forms in.

Spartan Clothing

Anyone interested in purchasing Spartan clothing orders are due by Thursday, September 26^th. Order forms are located in the main office and can be given to Mrs Watson when completed. You may use school cash online to pay or by use cash or cheque. Payment is needed in order to place your order.

The Port Hope Education Network – family fun fair

The Port Hope Education Network is running a family fun fair on October 9 from 4 to 6. They are looking for volunteers to help set up, run carnival games and face paint. This counts towards your community hours. Please check Edsby or with the office for contact information email Erin Elliott at elliotterin@gmail.com.

Senior Spartans

Cafeteria Closed Thursday

The cafeteria will be closed Thursday. Enjoy the Terry Fox BBQ! Listen for more details through the week.

Boys Soccer - TODAY

The Boys soccer team will be practicing Tuesday in preparation for tomorrow’s game.

We need forms in.

Basketball Skills Practice

There will be a basketball skills practice after school tomorrow for all of those interested.

Spartan Clothing

Anyone interested in purchasing Spartan clothing orders are due by Thursday, September 26^th. Order forms are located in the main office and can be given to Mrs Watson when completed. You may use school cash online to pay or by use cash or cheque. Payment is needed in order to place your order.

The Port Hope Education Network – family fun fair

The Port Hope Education Network is running a family fun fair on October 9 from 4 to 6. They are looking for volunteers to help set up, run carnival games and face paint. This counts towards your community hours. Please check Edsby or with the office for contact information email Erin Elliott at elliotterin@gmail.com.

Senior Spartans

Attendance - TODAY

Students need to return to period 2 class for attendance at 10:55. Then be sure to visit the BBQ.

Cafeteria Closed - TODAY

The cafeteria will be closed today. Enjoy the Terry Fox BBQ!

Spartan Clothing – ORDERS DUE TODAY

Anyone interested in purchasing Spartan clothing orders are due by Thursday, September 26^th. Order forms are located in the main office and can be given to Mrs Watson when completed. You may use school cash online to pay or by use cash or cheque. Payment is needed in order to place your order.

No Arts and Crafts Club - TODAY

Enjoy the Terry Fox BBQ!

Board Game club cancelled - TODAY

Board game club will be cancelled today so everyone can enjoy and take part in supporting Terry Fox. See you next Tuesday!!

Jr Boys Basketball

Jr Boys Basketball - there is a practice Wednesday morning at 7 am in the main gym.

Ve Day France & Netherland 2020 Trip Information Night

Tuesday, October 8 at 6:30 in the library for parents and students who didn’t attend the 1^st meeting but want more information before registering. The trip closes for registration October 31. See Mrs Harnden in room 221 if you have any questions or you want a flyer.

WE Club Meeting

First WE club meeting Friday, October 4^th in room 221. Be a social change maker and join today!!

The Port Hope Education Network – family fun fair

The Port Hope Education Network is running a family fun fair on October 9 from 4 to 6. They are looking for volunteers to help set up, run carnival games and face paint. This counts towards your community hours. Please check Edsby or with the office for contact information email Erin Elliott at elliotterin@gmail.com.

Senior Spartans

WE Club Meeting - TODAY

At the beginning of lunch in room 221. Even if you missed the first meeting join in TODAY and be a social change maker.

Boys Soccer - TODAY

A reminder to all of you who have paid your fees of the game today at Kenner in Peterborough. We will be leaving at 12:30 sharp, game begins at 2:00 p.m. Staff please check your email for a list of paid players. Mr McDermott or Mr Demill may have additions to this list as the day progresses.

In the Gym at lunch - TODAY

Basketball in the main gym with Girls volleyball in the north gym.

Boys Basketball

If you are interested in being on the Jr Boys Basketball team this year tryouts have started Wednesday mornings at 7:00 a.m. Mr Addison from Hawkins will be coaching the team this year.

Spartan Race - Forms

Spartan Race permission forms are available in the main office.

College & University Visits this week

Tuesday, October 8                         1:10 p.m.             Northern College

Wednesday, October 9                  9:00 a.m.             Redeemer University

                                                                12:00 noon         Fleming College

                                                                1:30 p.m.             Algonquin College

Friday, October 11                           8:45 a.m.             Brescia University

College Information Trip to Fleming - TOMORROW

A reminder to all students going on the College Information Program day that the bus will be leaving at 9 a.m. sharp tomorrow morning. All permission forms due today or by 8:30 a.m. Tuesday morning. Permission forms are in the Library. Return your forms to Mrs Gavel or Mrs Watson.

Spartan Race

Sign up in the main foyer at lunch. Sign up your team by Wednesday.

Don’t ever let someone tell you that you can’t do something. Not even me. You got a dream, you gotta protect it. When people can’t do something themselves, they’re gonna tell you can’t do it. You want something, go get it. Period. Dream big, believe big, don’t limit your challenges but challenge your limits by being a part of something big. Our fourth annual Spartan Race will be help on the afternoon of Friday, October 11^th. More information in homerooms. Stop wishing and start doing!!

Ve Day France & Netherland 2020 Trip Information Night

Tuesday, October 8 at 6:30 in the library for parents and students who didn’t attend the 1^st meeting but want more information before registering. The trip closes for registration October 31. See Mrs Harnden in room 221 if you have any questions or you want a flyer.

Senior Spartans

SAC Meeting - TODAY

At the start of lunch in the library.

Thanksgiving Lunch

Come on down to the café on Thursday for lunch, Sue is serving her thanksgiving feast which includes turkey, veggies, mashed potatoes, stuffing, gravy, cranberry sauce with a dessert and a jet juice all for only $8.99. You can pre-order till tomorrow (Wednesday) at lunch.

Boys Basketball

If you are interested in being on the Jr Boys Basketball team this year tryouts have started Wednesday mornings at 7:00 a.m. Mr Addison from Hawkins will be coaching the team this year.

Spartan Race - Forms

Spartan Race permission forms are available in the main office.

College & University Visits this week

Tuesday, October 8                         1:10 p.m.             Northern College

Wednesday, October 9                  9:00 a.m.             Redeemer University

                                                                12:00 noon         Fleming College

                                                                1:30 p.m.             Algonquin College

Friday, October 11                           8:45 a.m.             Brescia University

Spartan Race

Sign up in the main foyer at lunch. Sign up your team by Wednesday.

Don’t ever let someone tell you that you can’t do something. Not even me. You got a dream, you gotta protect it. When people can’t do something themselves, they’re gonna tell you can’t do it. You want something, go get it. Period. Dream big, believe big, don’t limit your challenges but challenge your limits by being a part of something big. Our fourth annual Spartan Race will be help on the afternoon of Friday, October 11^th. More information in homerooms. Stop wishing and start doing!!

Ve Day France & Netherland 2020 Trip Information Night

Tuesday, October 8 at 6:30 in the library for parents and students who didn’t attend the 1^st meeting but want more information before registering. The trip closes for registration October 31. See Mrs Harnden in room 221 if you have any questions or you want a flyer.

Senior Spartans

Thanksgiving Lunch

Come on down to the café on Thursday for lunch, Sue is serving her thanksgiving feast which includes turkey, veggies, mashed potatoes, stuffing, gravy, cranberry sauce with a dessert and a jet juice all for only $8.99. You can pre-order till tomorrow (Wednesday) at lunch.

Spartan Race

Sign up in the main foyer at lunch. Sign up your team by Wednesday.

It looks like a beautiful day for a Spartan race on Friday; sunny and 16 degrees! Whether you are a spectator or participant there is something for everyone. Friday will be a blue white Spartan clothing and colour day. Attending the race will be Chex TV and Snapd Newspaper so let’s bring on the school spirit. There will be hot chocolate, chips and Mr freezies available FREE of charge during the Spartan Race. Let’s try and be environmental aware this year and bring your own mug or hot chocolate. Teams to date are posted on the office window. Entry deadline is Thursday at lunch.

Boys Soccer - TODAY

Teachers please release the Boys soccer team at 2:15 today for their game.

Swim Team

Forms are ready. Anyone interested in joining swim team come to room 229 at the beginning of lunch.

College & University Visits this week

Wednesday, October 9                  9:00 a.m.             Redeemer University

                                                                12:00 noon         Fleming College

                                                                1:30 p.m.             Algonquin College

Friday, October 11                           8:45 a.m.             Brescia University

Senior Spartans

No Arts & Crafts - TODAY

See you next week.

Swimmers - TODAY

Do you like to swim? Join the swim team. We practice Tuesday’s and Thursday’s 7 to 7:45 a.m. All welcome! Come to room 220 at beginning of lunch.

Attn: Homerooms - TODAY

WE Club members will be coming to homerooms to introduce the Scare Hunger Food Drive.

Spartan Race

It looks like a beautiful day for a Spartan race on Friday; sunny and 16 degrees! Whether you are a spectator or participant there is something for everyone. Friday will be a blue white Spartan clothing and colour day. Attending the race will be Chex TV and Snapd Newspaper so let’s bring on the school spirit. There will be hot chocolate, chips and Mr freezies available FREE of charge during the Spartan Race. Let’s try and be environmental aware this year and bring your own mug or hot chocolate. Teams to date are posted on the office window. Entry deadline is Thursday at lunch.

Upcoming College & University Visits

Friday, October 11                           8:45 a.m.             Brescia University

Tuesday, October 29                       8:45 a.m.             Tyndale University

Thursday, October 31                     8:45 a.m.             Ryerson University

                                                                1:30 p.m.             Durham College

Monday, November 4                    12:00 p.m.          Queen’s University

Tuesday, November 12                  8:30 a.m.             University of Guelph/Humber

Thursday, November 14                12:00 p.m.          Brock University

Thursday, November 21                10:00 a.m.           Guelph University

Sign up in the Library.    

Senior Spartans

Spartan Race - TODAY

Spartan Race, Spartan Race……Today is a beautiful day for a Spartan Race…sunny and 16 degrees! Whether you are a spectator or participant there is something for everyone. Today is blue white Spartan clothing and colour day. Attending the race will be Chex TV and Snapd Newspaper so let’s bring on the school spirit. There will be hot chocolate, chips and Mr freezies available FREE of charge during the Spartan Race

Calling all Boys Basketball Players

There will be a couple of chances to play basketball this week. All boys – senior and junior – who want to play basketball are welcome to come at 7:00 a.m. on Wednesday for a skills session with Mr Addison. All junior boys who want to play basketball need to attend our Thursday session after school at 2:40 p.m. It will run until 4:00 p.m. Please check in with Mr Addison on EDSBY and let him know if you plan on playing this year. If we don’t get more junior players out this week, we won’t be having a junior Basketball Team.

Upcoming College & University Visits

Friday, October 11                           8:45 a.m.             Brescia University

Tuesday, October 29                       8:45 a.m.             Tyndale University

Thursday, October 31                     8:45 a.m.             Ryerson University

                                                                1:30 p.m.             Durham College

Monday, November 4                    12:00 p.m.          Queen’s University

Tuesday, November 12                  8:30 a.m.             University of Guelph/Humber

Thursday, November 14                12:00 p.m.          Brock University

Thursday, November 21                10:00 a.m.           Guelph University

Sign up in the Library.    

Senior Spartans

Spartan Advisory Council Meeting - TODAY

There will be a Spartan Advisory Council meeting today at lunch in the library to begin planning Halloween Spirit Week.

Picture Retake Day

Picture Retake Day is Monday, October 21^st.

Calling all Boy’s Basketball Players

There will be a couple chances to play basketball this week. All boys – senior and junior – who want to play basketball are welcome to come at 7:00 a.m. on Wednesday for a skills session with Mr Addison. All junior boys who want to play basketball need to attend our Thursday session after school at 2:40 p.m. It will run until 4:00 p.m. Please check in with Mr Addison on EDSBY and let him know if you plan on playing this year. If we don’t get more junior players out this week, we won’t be having a Junior Basketball Team.

Student Vote

Student vote is happening on Friday, October 18^th in the library all day long – join in and let your voice be heard with a million other students across the country. Your teachers can sign up and bring you down. If they don’t, pop by the library anytime on Friday and vote. Are you away on Friday? Vote at the advanced polls on Thursday in room 240 (Hawkins hallway) in the morning only. Have a good day and always VOTE!

Upcoming College & University Visits

Tuesday, October 29                       8:45 a.m.             Tyndale University

Thursday, October 31                     8:45 a.m.             Ryerson University

                                                                1:30 p.m.             Durham College

Monday, November 4                    12:00 p.m.          Queen’s University

Tuesday, November 12                  8:30 a.m.             University of Guelph/Humber

Thursday, November 14                12:00 p.m.          Brock University

Thursday, November 21                10:00 a.m.           Guelph University

Sign up in the Library.    

Tuesday Oct 15^th

Way to go Spartans!! A big thank you to everyone who helped make our 4^th annual Spartan Race a huge success. Thank you to all staff who manned an obstacle, who ran the race, who looked after the music table outside and the cheering inside. Thank you those of you who worked our sound systems. Thank you to student government for setting up the obstacles. Thank you to the students who manned the food table and to the Port Hope Police Department for the 300 Mr. Freezies. Thanks to all the custodians for cleaning up after we were done. Thank you to our Principal and Vice Principals for allowing the day to happen. Check out the Snapd event page for some of the pictures taken and soon to be on Chex TV. It was tremendous to see all the energy and enthusiasm all afternoon. Well done everyone.

Now who was the fastest team?? Want to see how teams did. Check out the posting on the window. Well let’s find out! Best costume was selected by our finish line judges. Best Costume and Fastest time for the staff teams goes to Mr. Wright, Mr. Graham, Mr. Cooke, Mr. Addison and Mr. Bruce completing the race in just 7 min and 12 seconds. Congratulations staff!

The top 5 student teams with the fastest times all finishing 8 minutes or under are as follows:

5^th fastest time goes to The Spankies (Aiden Stewart, Ben Tuttle, Kael Waller, Kees Boon and Kaiden Fleetham) 8:00

4^th fastest time Triple Threat (McKeian Wray, Preston Cyrus, Dominic Powell, Nolan Rice and Thomas Bull) 7:48

3^rd fastest time The Fabulous 5 (Emma Khaimovich, Georgia McDonald, Mikaela Stewart, Maggie Lycette and Caitlin Stewart) 7:34

2^nd fastest time The Clout Kids (Sydney Watson, Nathan Watson, Elliott Brown and Brad Herman) 6:48

1^st Fastest time The Frat Boys (Spencer Watson, Adisson Coupland, Emily Mijares and Rachael Mijares) 6:23

Senior Spartans

Interact Meeting - TODAY

After school today in the library. New members welcome.

Survey - TODAY

Just a reminder to teachers who have grade 10’s and 11’s first period…..please have your students complete the interest survey before the end of period 1.

Picture Retake Day

Picture Retake Day is Monday, October 21^st.

Hunger for Halloween Food Drive

All homeroom classes aiming for that pizza prize; keep those food donations coming in for this fall’s Scare Hunger Halloween Food Drive. First count happens this Friday!!

Calling all Boy’s Basketball Players

There will be a couple chances to play basketball this week. All boys – senior and junior – who want to play basketball are welcome to come at 7:00 a.m. on Wednesday for a skills session with Mr Addison. All junior boys who want to play basketball need to attend our Thursday session after school at 2:40 p.m. It will run until 4:00 p.m. Please check in with Mr Addison on EDSBY and let him know if you plan on playing this year. If we don’t get more junior players out this week, we won’t be having a Junior Basketball Team.

Student Vote

Student vote is happening on Friday, October 18^th in the library all day long – join in and let your voice be heard with a million other students across the country. Your teachers can sign up and bring you down. If they don’t, pop by the library anytime on Friday and vote. Are you away on Friday? Vote at the advanced polls on Thursday in room 240 (Hawkins hallway) in the morning only. Have a good day and always VOTE!

Upcoming College & University Visits

Tuesday, October 29                       8:45 a.m.             Tyndale University

Thursday, October 31                     8:45 a.m.             Ryerson University

                                                                1:30 p.m.             Durham College

Monday, November 4                    12:00 p.m.          Queen’s University

Tuesday, November 12                  8:30 a.m.             University of Guelph/Humber

Thursday, November 14                12:00 p.m.          Brock University

Thursday, November 21                10:00 a.m.           Guelph University

Sign up in the Library.    

New Phone Number, Web Address, Phone App Coming for Reporting Absences

At KPR, student safety is our highest priority, and we thank families for adopting the automated safe arrival system to help ensure students arrive safely at school each day. 

Starting this September, we will be introducing a new automated Student Absence Reporting System.  Therefore, you will need to create a NEW account to report your children’s absences online. 

You will receive an email in August with instructions on how to create your new account and download the mobile app.  You also will receive a magnet in September with the new Student Absence Reporting System details.  Unfortunately, since ownership of the reporting software has changed, we cannot simply transfer your child’s information to the new system.

Watch for more information in the summer.

Many parents and guardians have been wondering what effect the legalization of marijuana will have on  KPR schools. In short, KPR schools will treat cannabis in much the same way they treat alcohol: students of any age will not be allowed to use marijuana at schools, on school buses or field trips. 

 Once the new federal law comes into effect this October 17:

• non-medical marijuana use will be legal only for those age 19 and older 
• any student, at any age, could be suspended for possessing or being under the influence of cannabis at school
• any student who shares marijuana with others younger than 19 could be expelled from school
• it will be illegal for adults to use cannabis on, or within 20 metres of, school grounds
• it will be illegal to drive under the influence of cannabis, and drivers age 21 or under will not be allowed to have any cannabis in their system.

 If you have any questions about cannabis at school, please speak with your principal or vice-principal.  Further information on the new law is available at Ontario.ca/cannabis.  Information on how to talk to your child about cannabis can be found at Cannabis Information – CAMH.

KPR wishes everyone a happy holiday. We hope that this time allows for some much needed rest for students, staff, parents and guardians, and allows families opportunities to celebrate together.

While the holidays can be joyous, they can also be difficult for some.  We wanted to provide families with some resources you may find useful over the holiday season. Our mission is that all students remain safe, and this includes their mental and physical well-being.

Mental health is a state of well-being; it is relevant to all of us.  According to the Mental Health Commission of Canada, in any given year, one in five people in Canada experiences a mental health crisis or illness.  It is important to us that we remind everyone to use resources that are accessible to all.  These include:

• the Be Safe App, a free mobile app that aims to help young adults make healthy decisions during a crisis; it can be downloaded onto cell phones from https://besafeapp.ca/
• Kids Help Phone, also available 24/7, at 1-800-668-6868 or text “CONNECT” to 686868
• Four County Crisis line, available 24/7 for Northumberland and Peterborough County residents at 1-866-995-9933
• Durham Mobile Crisis Services, available 24/7 for anyone experiencing a crisis, at 905-666-0483 or 1-800-742-1890
• Connex Ontario Mental Health Helpline, provides information about mental health services in Ontario 24/7, at 1-866-531-2600 or www.connexontario.ca
• Ontario 211, a free helpline that connects people to community and social services in your area, 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, by calling 2-1-1.

Your family also has access to your closest hospital, as well as to regional supports serving specific areas of KPR.

Let's keep our mental health and the mental health of those we love and care about in the forefront.  We encourage you to use community support services if you ever find yourself or someone near and dear to you struggling and in need of assistance.

Once again, we wish everyone season’s greetings, a Merry Christmas, and safe holidays.

Grief Resources

Is your child experiencing loss and grief?  Here are some resources recommended by our School Board Counsellors:

http://www.kprschools.ca/en/students/well-being/mentalhealth/grief.html

Do you have concerns about your child’s social, emotional or mental health that may be hindering their ability to thrive at school?

KPR schools have skilled clinicians who can support your child and you in finding answers. School Board Counsellors have professional degrees and specialize in work with children, youth and families. Please contact your School Principal for more information.

http://www.kprschools.ca/en/students/well-being/mentalhealth/schoolboardcounsellorservices.html

Mental health is an important part of our overall well-being.  Students experiencing mental health issues may have problems with mood, focus, behaviour and their ability to relate to peers, maintain friendships, do well in school and participate in activities.

But where can parents and guardians go for help if they are concerned about their child's or teen's mental health?  For more information, and suggestions for helpful resources, visit: 

http://www.kprschools.ca/en/students/well-being/mentalhealth.html

Hey, KPR Family: We missed you! We're looking forward to seeing everyone back at school September 3. If you moved over the summer, or have questions for school staff, please contact the school office between August 22-29. Otherwise, September 3 is the big day for KPR students to get back into the swing of things!

We want to provide this update to inform our parents of ongoing negotiations with our transportation providers.                                                                       

STSCO (Student Transportation Services of Central Ontario) manages transportation services for 26,100 students every day on behalf of the Conseil scolaire catholique MonAvenir, Peterborough Victoria Northumberland and Clarington Catholic District School Board, and the Kawartha Pine Ridge District School Board.

Daily service is delivered by local school bus companies contracted by STSCO, and we have been in discussion with our providers for a number of months to reach new contract terms.

Negotiations are continuing and we are working towards reaching an agreement with local school bus operators for the coming school year.

It is our goal to arrive at new contracts that recognize the important and professional service our bus drivers provide in transporting our students safely to and from school.

We remain optimistic that normal bus service will be in place for students for the start of the school year. Should this situation change, we will inform parents/guardians as soon as possible.

Regular updates on this matter will be posted by STSCO at stsco.ca and on Twitter at @stsco_ca and shared by the school boards and local media. 

STSCO (Student Transportation Services of Central Ontario) and local school bus companies contracted by STSCO have reached a tentative agreement on new contract terms.

As a result, there will be normal bus service for students for the start of the school year.  Please visit stsco.ca for further information.

The KPR Board is committed to providing safe learning environments for all. When students behave inappropriately, principals use progressive discipline to change behaviour. When student behaviours pose a potential threat to safety or serious harm, KPR’s Violence Threat Risk Assessment (VTRA) protocol helps principals take immediate steps to protect student well-being.  While such incidents are rare, the VTRA outlines how we work with local police, mental health providers and community agencies to keep students safe. Read more about the protocol, including notification requirements, in the Safe, Caring and Restorative Schools section of kprschools.ca .  As always, student safety is our first priority.  Should you have any questions, please speak with your principal.

Calling all parents and caregivers: join us the morning of Saturday, October 19 at Port Hope High School for KPR’s free, annual Parent Conference! Dr. Michael Ungar, world renowned expert on building resiliency in children and youth, will talk about The Risk-Taker’s Advantage: How to Make Kids More Resilient by Not Bubblewrapping Them. Take advantage of this rare opportunity to hear his engaging advice, while also enjoying free child minding for ages two and older, light refreshments and information booths staffed by local organizations serving families. Stay tuned for more information and registration details later in September at www.kprschools.ca

KPR welcomes parents of students ages 12-17 to register for a free, two-day Mental Health First Aid course, September 23-24 in Peterborough.  Space is limited. For details and registration, visit https://www.eventbrite.ca/e/mental-health-first-aid-tickets-71846457689  

Now’s your chance to register for KPR’s free, annual Parent Conference, featuring internationally renowned resilience researcher Dr. Michael Ungar!

Registration continues until October 11 at www.kprschools.ca for:

2019 Parent Conference

The Risk-Taker’s Advantage: How to Make Kids More Resilient by Not Bubblewrapping Them

Saturday, October 19

9 a.m.-11:30 a.m.

Port Hope High School, 130 Highland Dr., Port Hope

With Keynote Speaker: Dr. Michael Ungar

Plus light refreshments, child minding for ages 2 & older, & booths by agencies serving families

Don't miss this rare opportunity to hear Dr. Michael Ungar, a funny and engaging speaker who is considered one of the top experts on resilience in Canada and internationally.

It’s all FREE. If you need assistance, have questions or if there are accommodations that would make the conference more accessible for you, please call 705-742-9773 or toll-free 1-877-741-4577, ext. 2001, or email judy_malfara@kprdsb.ca

Thursday, October 3, 2019

Parent Update: CUPE Strike Action – School Closures

Further to our message yesterday, and after extensive consideration, we are writing to inform parents that if a provincial agreement is not reached over the weekend, and CUPE (Canadian Union of Public Employees) staff begin their announced full withdrawal of service, schools will be closed to students on Monday, October 7, 2019. 

We share your concern and disappointment with this possibility, and wanted to provide an update on our plans as soon as possible to allow parents to make alternative arrangements if needed.

Student safety is always our first priority. This decision has been made because we do not believe we can provide safe and secure learning environments for all students in the event of a full CUPE strike.

Our considerations include:

• supervision of students;
• medical supports and care for all students;
• safe operation of water and sanitation systems, including legislated water flushing;
• conditions of school buildings and classrooms, and
• overall safety and security.

We are pleased that negotiations have been reported to be continuing on Friday. We remain hopeful that a provincial agreement can be reached this weekend to avert disruption to our students and families.

We will continue to monitor developments closely and will provide confirmation to parents about school status for Monday as soon as we are able. This will likely be on Sunday evening, through:

• School Messenger
• Local news media
• Our website and social media platforms: www.kprschools.ca, @kprschools on Twitter, and Kawartha Pine Ridge District School Board on Facebook.

Sincerely,

Diane Lloyd, Chairperson of the Board
Jennifer Leclerc, Director of Education

Kawartha Pine Ridge District School Board is excited to offer three travel for credit courses in July 2020. The first course, Civics and Careers, is offered to students currently in grade nine. The second course, English, Grade 11, University Preparation, is offered to students entering grade eleven. The third course, French immersion and core is offered to students entering grade eleven. You are invited to attend an information session in your region for more information.

RSVP to the meeting at: www.eftours.ca/creditinfo

Contact: John Ford 1-877-741-4577, ext. 3124

…to register for KPR’s Parent Conference coming to Port Hope HS Saturday, October 19, 9-11:30 a.m. The child minding service is full, but there are still some seats left for the adults to hear world-renowned resilience expert Dr. Michael Ungar. A funny and engaging speaker, he will talk about The Risk-Taker’s Advantage: How to Make Kids More Resilient by Not Bubblewrapping Them. Register by October 15 from our home page at kprschools.ca