1. Any students wishing to make a timetable change may sign up in the Library beginning this afternoon. We will begin making changes beginning sometime on Wednesday.
2. The gym is closed this week at lunch. 
3. Today in the Wellness Room at lunch there will be Hot Chocolate and Cookies. Stop by and see what the Wellness Room has to offer. Today at lunch - Wellness Room is where its at!
4. Attention Boys interested in trying out for the school Volleyball Team - there will be a very important meeting tomorrow at lunch in the library. See Mrs. Watson if you cannot make meeting. Practices will start THIS WEEK!
5. Attention all Gr. 11 & 12 Students. Laurentian University will be here on Thursday for a presentation in the library at 10am. Interested in hearing more about Laurentian come and hear what the rep has to say, bring your questions.
6. Interested in signing up for Cross Country, Boys Soccer, Boys Volleyball, Ski Club and more....Come out to the Activity Fair by the outdoor classroom Friday at lunchtime. There will be music, ping pong and more. Don't miss this event!

7.      Student Verification Sheets, Computer Forms and Communication Forms will go home with students           today.  Please ensure that these forms are complete and brought back to the school on Friday,                   September 16.

CHROME BOOKS

During period 1, can any Grade 9 students with the last name starting with letters A-K please stop by the resource room to pick up your grade 9 Chromebook.

During period 2, can any Grade 9 students with the last name starting with letters L-Y please stop by the resource room to pick up your grade 9 Chromebook.

SCHOOL REACH

For any students interested in joining the School Reach team, please see Mr. Timms in Resource. Team meetings will be held during lunch 1 day per week.

There will be a student government meeting in the library today at lunch in the large conference room.

Spartan Mania for all grade 9 students Friday afternoon beginning at 12:45pm and running until the end of the day. It will be a wet one so bring a change of clothes!! 

PLEASE RETURN…..

Students are reminded to return completed verification sheets, computer forms and communication forms by Friday, September 16^th.

SCHOOL REACH

For any students interested in joining the School Reach team, please see Mr Timms in Resource.  Team meetings will be held during lunch 1 day per week.

CHROMEBOOKS

Any grade 9 students who have not picked up their Chromebooks – please see Mr. Timms at some point today.

OSSLT

For those students who wrote the OSSLT last year, please see Mr. Timms for results.

SPARTAN MANIA

Spartan Mania for all grade 9 students Friday afternoon beginning at 12:45pm and running until the end of the day. It will be a wet one so bring a change of clothes!! 

SEA COMPUTERS

For any students with SEA computers, please see Mr. Timms in Resource to sign your equipment out.

TIMETABLE CHANGE

Any students wishing to make a timetable change may sign up in the Library. Please following your current timetable until a change has been made.

GYM CLOSED

The gym is closed this week at lunch. 

KAHOOT

Today at lunch in the Resource Room will be running Kahoot competitions with prizes for 1st, 2^nd and 3^rd place. Come to the Resource Room at lunch to become the Kahoot Champion! The Library and Wellness Room are also open at lunch. 

BOYS VOLLEYBALL

 Attention Boys interested in trying out for the school Volleyball Team there is a practice tonight after school. See Mrs. Watson in the library to sign up and get a permission form.

LAURENTIAN UNIVERSITY VISIT

Attention all Gr. 11 & 12 Students. Laurentian University will be here TODAY for a presentation in the library at 10am. Interested in hearing more about Laurentian come and hear what the rep has to say, bring your questions.

SIGN UP………….JOIN

Interested in signing up for Choir, Chess Club, Arts & Crafts Club, and more....Come out to the Activity Fair by the outdoor classroom Friday at lunchtime. There will be music, ladder golf, ping pong and more. Don't miss this event!

BOYS VOLLEYBALL

A reminder that there will be a Boys Volleyball Tryout on Monday and Wednesday after school in the main gym. Practice will run until 4pm.

PLEASE RETURN…..

Students are reminded to return completed verification sheets, computer forms and communication forms by Friday, September 16^th.

SCHOOL REACH

For any students interested in joining the School Reach team, please see Mr Timms in Resource.  Team meetings will be held during lunch 1 day per week.

BOYS VOLLEYBALL

A reminder that there will be a Boys Volleyball Tryout on Monday and Wednesday after school in the main gym. Practice will run until 4pm.

PLEASE RETURN…..

Students are reminded to return completed verification sheets, computer forms and communication forms by Friday, September 16^th.

SCHOOL REACH

For any students interested in joining the School Reach team, please see Mr Timms in Resource.  Team meetings will be held during lunch 1 day per week.

BOYS VARSITY SOCCER

Practices begin tomorrow after school.  Be sure to pick up a consent form from Mr Demill so that you can participate tomorrow.  Forms are also on the table at the front hall.

CROSS COUNTRY RUNNERS

For all of those interested in cross country, please meet at the main gym doors at the beginning of lunch today. 

SPARTAN ADVISORY COUNCIL

The Spartan Advisory Council Student Government will meet on Wednesday at lunch in the library.

MOVING FORWARD, the Wellness Room, Resource Room, Library and Gym will all be open at lunch unless there is an announcement saying otherwise. Remember if you are interested in using the Cage be sure to sign up in the main foyer, pick up and return your permission form to Mrs. Watson so that we may begin Cage Training. Beginning in October you will not be allowed to use the cage unless you have returned your form AND completed Training with Mr. MacDonald.

PLEASE RETURN…..

Students are reminded to return completed verification sheets, computer forms and communication forms by Friday, September 16^th.

SCHOOL REACH

For any students who are interested in joining School Reach, the first meeting will be TODAY at lunch in the Resource Room. If you have any questions, please see Mr. Timms.

NEED COMMUNITY HOURS

Anyone interested in earning community service hours being a lunch buddy in Mr Walker’s LLS class, stop by room 124 or the wellness room for more information.

PICTURE DAY

Student picture day is next Tuesday, September 20^th.

CALLING ALL CROSS COUNTRY RUNNERS

Anyone who has already handed in their forms, there will be a short practice tomorrow (Friday) after school. 

Please hand in your forms to Mrs. Stewart or Mrs. Aiello asap. 

BOYS SOCCER

Those interested in playing boys soccer need to come out to practice on the main field after school TODAY.

YEARBOOK

Those interested in this year’s yearbook, please meet in the library at lunch TODAY.  Everyone is encouraged to attend.

PICTURE DAY

Student picture day is next Tuesday, September 20^th.

CROSS COUNTRY

Just a reminder that there is a cross country practice right after school for all those who have handed in their permission forms.

PICTURE DAY

Student picture day is next Tuesday, September 20^th.

BOYS VOLLEYBALL

Attention all the Boys trying out for Volleyball, we have practices Monday and Wednesday afterschool next week.

MONDAY, SEPTEMBER 19

Also, a reminder that Monday in Ontario is NOT a Holiday it is school as usual. On Monday September 19^th at 1:00pm there will be a moment of silence for an opportunity to reflect on the remarkable life of Queen Elizabeth II and her unrelenting commitment to service and duty.

CAGE

If you are interested in using the Cage in the morning or after school remember you need a permission form and training from Mr. MacDonald. Permission Forms are in the main office and may be returned to Mrs. Watson or Mr. MacDonald.

INDIGENOUS YOUTH SHARING CIRCLES

Today is the first day of the new "Indigenous Youth Sharing Circles".. You are invited to bring your thoughts and ideas to the Circles and to take an active role in plans, actions and ideas discussed.  The Circle is open to Indigenous students and students who see themselves as allies, students who support the collective goals of the group).  Meetings take place in the art room, room 150 in the tech wing starting at noon today. Please join us.

Picture Day is tomorrow, Tuesday, September 20th. 

GR 11 STUDENTS

Attention Gr. 11 students there will be a meeting in the library today at 1pm. Please wait to be called down from your Period 3 class.

BOYS VOLLEYBALL TONIGHT

Boys Volleyball Practice tonight after school in the main gym. Next Week we will be practicing Tuesday & Wednesday afterschool.

PANCAKE DAY

Monday is National Pancake Day and Port Hope HS will be selling pancakes at lunch, bring your loonies and support a great cause. More details to follow!

WELLNESS ROOM

Starting tomorrow, we will have cereal and milk available in the wellness room.  It will only be available before period 1 starts.

PANCAKE DAY

Monday is National Pancake Day and Port Hope HS will be selling pancakes at lunch, bring your loonies and support a great cause. More details to follow!

PANCAKE DAY

Monday is National Pancake Day!!  Pancakes will be available to purchase a lunch for our first PHHS fundraiser!  $1 a pancake, so make sure to bring some loonies and enjoy a pancake lunch!!!

LISTEN UP STUDENTS

Are you trying to save money for your tuition, a trip or a car?  The annual OSSTF/FEESO Student Achievement Awards competition is open and YOU could win $1000!!  All you have to do is create an original piece of writing, art or media based on this year’s theme I Am Everything They Say I Am.  There are junior and senior grade awards, as well as for Essential, Workplace, Applied, Academic, College and University streamed students.  Speak to Ms Ellis or Ms Harnden for more details!

PANCAKE DAY TODAY

Happy National Pancake Day, Spartans! Pancakes will be on sale at lunch today for $1 each in Rm. 103. A gluten free option will be available. See you all there! (and yes, there will be syrup)

BOYS VOLLEYBALL TODAY

Boys Volleyball practice tonight after school in preparation for their tournament on Tuesday at CCI. Please see Mrs. Watson let her know if you are able to attend the practice, tournament and to pick up a uniform. 

SPARTAN CLOTHING

Spartan Clothing is now ready to be ordered. Student Government will be around this week in homerooms to promote. You may place your order using school cash online.

COLLEGE AND UNIVERSITY PRESENTATIONS

A number of College and University presentations this week in the library beginning tomorrow with St. Lawrence College in Kingston at 1pm in the Library. Wednesday Loyalist College, Thursday Fleming College and on Friday the University of Ontario Institute of Technology. Check Edsby to stay up to date!

PROM

Prom 2023, that's right, Prom 2023 is just around the corner and the planning has already been in the works. Gr. 12's please check your school email, the Gr. 12 Edsby Group and listen to announcements to find out more.

WHAT WOULD YOU DO WITH $1000?

If you want a chance at winning this years annual OSSTF/FEESO Student Achievement Award, you need to create an original piece of writing, art or media based on this year’s theme I Am Everything They Say I Am.  The submission deadline is November 1, 2022.  Your application package will go through a school, district, regional, and provincial competition.  Look for a poster on the English office door or Ms Ellis or Ms Harnden for more details!

FIRST NATIONS DIRECTED…..

The First Nations directed, produced and cast  film “Smoke Signals” will be screened in the art room, room 150, this week on Tuesday the 27^th and Wednesday, the 28^th at lunchtime.

The film stars are Adam Beach, Evan Adams, and Irene Bedard.  This is a comedy/drama that is well worth watching where two unlikely friends go on a road trip that they never expected to take.  With humor and a lot of heart, the movie explores the adventure of friendship and the discovery of new worlds.  Join us, relax and enjoy some popcorn and treats.

The main gym will be closed today at lunch.

SHSM ENVIRONMENT STUDENTS

SHSM Environment students are reminded of the Leadership Skills training after lunch today in the main gym.

NEXT WEEK, ON TUESDAY IS THE TERRY FOX WALK

Your homeroom teacher will be collecting Twoonies for Terry. Please start bringing in any loose change, or bills to donate to the Terry Fox Foundation. 

Let's see how much we can raise for Terry Fox. Let's Go Spartans!

CROSS COUNTRY

For all members of the cross country team, there will be practice Wednesday and Friday immediately after school. Please speak to a coach if you are unable to make practice. We need to know who is coming to the meet next week! 

SPARTAN CLOTHING

Spartan Clothing is now ready to be ordered. Student Government will be around this week in homerooms to promote. You may place your order using school cash online.

COLLEGE AND UNIVERSITY PRESENTATIONS

A number of College and University presentations this week in the library beginning tomorrow with St. Lawrence College in Kingston at 1pm in the Library. Wednesday Loyalist College, Thursday Fleming College and on Friday the University of Ontario Institute of Technology. Check Edsby to stay up to date!

PROM

Prom 2023, that's right, Prom 2023 is just around the corner and the planning has already been in the works. Gr. 12's please check your school email, the Gr. 12 Edsby Group and listen to announcements to find out more.

DO YOU ENJOY WRITING, VISUAL ART, MEDIA OR BUILDING THINGS?

Do you enjoy writing, visual art, media, or building things?  Would you like to put your talents toward a chance to win $1000?  Then enter this year’s OSSTF/FEESO Student Achievement Awards competition.  There is a poster with the theme I am Everything They Say I am posted on the English office door.  If you wan to compete for this award, have your submission to Mrs Ellis or Mrs Harnden by November 1, 2022.

ATTENTION GR 11 & 12’s

Loyalist College is here in the library today at 10 a.m.

NEXT WEEK, ON TUESDAY IS THE TERRY FOX WALK

Your homeroom teacher will be collecting Twoonies for Terry. Please start bringing in any loose change, or bills to donate to the Terry Fox Foundation. 

Let's see how much we can raise for Terry Fox. Let's Go Spartans!

PROM

Prom 2023, that's right, Prom 2023 is just around the corner and the planning has already been in the works. Gr. 12's please check your school email, the Gr. 12 Edsby Group and listen to announcements to find out more.

CHOIR

Sr. Choir Practices will start next week in the music room from 4-5:30pm. You need to register with SONG if you have not already. Please check Edsby for more details.

INTERESTED IN EARNING VOLUNTEER HOURS

Any students interested in earning volunteer hours and being a course Marshall for Kawartha and COSSA Cross County which will be held on October 19^th and 26^th in Port Hope from 9am to 3/3:30pm. Please see Mrs. Watson in the library.

BOYS VOLLEYBALL

There will be a Boys Volleyball practice Monday after school in preparation for our tournament on Tuesday at PHHS. It is extremely important that you let Ms. Watson know if you cannot attend. 

TERRY FOX WALK

Your homeroom teacher will be collecting Twoonies for Terry. Please start bringing in any loose change, or bills to donate to the Terry Fox Foundation. 

Let's see how much we can raise for Terry Fox. Let's Go Spartans!

BBQ LUNCH

October 4 – hot dog/chips/drink $5

PROM

Prom 2023, that's right, Prom 2023 is just around the corner and the planning has already been in the works. Gr. 12's please check your school email, the Gr. 12 Edsby Group and listen to announcements to find out more.

HERE TODAY

Today at 12 noon the University of Ontario Institute of Technology will be here in the Library for all Gr. 11 & 12 students interested in learning more about OUIT. Next week Durham College will present on Tuesday morning 10am - If you are interested it means you will NOT be participating in the Terry Fox Walk.

BOYS VOLLEYBALL

A reminder of the Boys Volleyball Practice Monday afterschool to prepare to Tuesdays Games.

CHOIR

Sr. Choir Practices will start next week in the music room from 4-5:30pm. You need to register with SONG if you have not already. Please check Edsby for more details.

TERRY FOX WALK

Your homeroom teacher will be collecting Twoonies for Terry. Please start bringing in any loose change, or bills to donate to the Terry Fox Foundation. 

Let's see how much we can raise for Terry Fox. Let's Go Spartans!

BBQ LUNCH

October 4 – hot dog/chips/drink $5

PROM

Prom 2023, that's right, Prom 2023 is just around the corner and the planning has already been in the works. Gr. 12's please check your school email, the Gr. 12 Edsby Group and listen to announcements to find out more.

THANK YOU CUSTODIANS!!!

Yesterday was National Custodial Worker Recognition Day.  We would like to thank Mr Welker, Mr Jones and all of our custodial and maintenance staff who support our school every day.  From providing clean, safe learning spaces, to being a friendly, welcoming face to students and staff – they truly embody our board’s community to continuous improvement, service excellence and accountability.  If you see Mr Welker or Mr Jones today please take a moment to thank them for everything they do that makes Port Hope HS an amazing place to be!

WELLNESS ROOM

The wellness room is closed during class time today, but will be open at lunch.

YOU CAN DO IT!!!!

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 that 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 held on the afternoon of Friday October 14^th. More information this week in homerooms.

Stop wishing and start doing!! 

TOMORROW IS TERRY FOX!!!

Please remember to get in your donations for the Terry Fox walk by tomorrow morning to your home room teacher.

We will be walking second period and hope that everyone will bring $5 for the lunchtime BBQ. You get a hot dog, drink, and chips for $5 and all proceeds go to the Terry Fox Foundation. 

Don't forget to wear your Spartan Wear tomorrow. 

PROM 2023

Attention all Gr. 12 Students PROM 2023 Planning is in the works, and we would like your feedback in order to help with the planning. Please complete the survey which can be found in Edsby Gr. 12 Group by Friday October 7th. We would like to book the venue ASAP to ensure the date & place won't be missed out on.

DURHAM COLLEGE

Durham College will be here on Tuesday at 10am for any Gr. 11 & 12 students wishing to learn more.

BOYS VOLLEYBALL

A reminder of the Boys Volleyball Practice today afterschool to prepare to Tuesdays Games.

CHOIR

Sr. Choir Practices will start this week in the music room from 4-5:30pm. You need to register with SONG if you have not already. Please check Edsby for more details.

Hello Port Hope High School Families,

Our first school council meeting is today (Monday, October 3, 2022) at 5:30 p.m.  Please join us in the Port Hope High School Library.

Students, staff and members of the community are most welcome to attend, so please pass this message along.

TODAY IS TERRY FOX WALK!!!

We will be walking second period and hope that everyone will bring $5 for the lunchtime BBQ. You get a hot dog, drink, and chips for $5 and all proceeds go to the Terry Fox Foundation. 

DURHAM COLLEGE HERE TODAY

Durham College is here today at 1 pm for any Gr 11 & 12 students wishing to learning more.

SHSM TRIP TOMORROW

Environmental SHSM students attending the Lake Ontario Conference tomorrow should meet Mrs. Gavel in the front foyer at 8:20 to catch the bus for 8:30.  If you have not brought in your permission form you need to do so today.

NEED VOLUNTEER HOURS?

Any students interested in earning volunteer hours and being a course Marshall for Kawartha and COSSA Cross County which will be held on October 19th and 26th in Port Hope from 9am to 3/3:30pm. Please see Mrs. Watson in the library.

SPARTAN RACE

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 that 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 held on the afternoon of Friday October 14^th. More information this week in homerooms.

Stop wishing and start doing!! 

PROM 2023

Attention all Gr. 12 Students PROM 2023 Planning is in the works, and we would like your feedback in order to help with the planning. Please complete the survey which can be found in Edsby Gr. 12 Group by Friday October 7th. We would like to book the venue ASAP to ensure the date & place won't be missed out on.

CHOIR

Sr. Choir Practices will start this week in the music room from 4-5:30pm. You need to register with SONG if you have not already. Please check Edsby for more details.

Students with a period 1 spare can pick up their student card and picture proof in the main office.

WORLD TEACHERS’ DAY

Today we are celebrating World Teachers’ Day and our amazing teachers here at Port Hope HS.  Teachers have both a wonderful gift and a momentous responsibility – they have the ability to make daily, significant contributions to the success of students in learning, life and community.  Students please take a moment today to thank our Teachers for all that they do!

LOST & FOUND

Students please check the lost & found table outside the main office.  Any unclaimed items at the end of the day on Tuesday, October 11 will be donated.

NEW TO YOU SHOP

Today from 11:15 to 11:45 we will be opening the New to You Shop in room 111, beside the wellness room.  This is a thrift shop where every item is free!! That’s right – free!!!  While we don’t have a great variety yet, we look forward to getting bigger and better.  So, if you are looking for new or gently used seasonal clothing, jewelry or toiletries, come take a look.  We may just have exactly what you’re looking for.  We will be open Wednesdays and Fridays from 11:15 to 11:45 or by appointment.

NEED VOLUNTEER HOURS?

Any students interested in earning volunteer hours and being a course Marshall for Kawartha and COSSA Cross County which will be held on October 19th and 26th in Port Hope from 9am to 3/3:30pm. Please see Mrs. Watson in the library.

SPARTAN RACE

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 that 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 held on the afternoon of Friday October 14^th. More information this week in homerooms.

Stop wishing and start doing!! 

Please join Port Hope Fire and Emergency Services at our Fire Prevention Week Open House on Tuesday, October 11 from 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. to view the fire trucks, get fire safety information, and enjoy a free BBQ. Open house locations:

Fire Station 1 (245 Ontario Street)

Fire Station 2 (4366 County Road 2)

Fire Station 3 (3588 Ganaraska Road)

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SPARTAN RACE

Good morning Spartans! Anyone who is wishing to register themselves or their team for the Spartan Race may do so at lunchtime in the Library with Hope Bolton and Kayla Doherty or see Mrs. Watson at break between periods beginning today, tomorrow and Tuesday. Remember you need a permission form to participate, a team theme or costume.

STUDENTS WITH PERIOD 1 SPARES

Please pick up your student card in the main office if you got your picture.

LOST & FOUND

Students please check the lost & found table outside the main office.  Any unclaimed items at the end of the day on Tuesday, October 11 will be donated.

NEW TO YOU SHOP

The New to You Shop in room 111, beside the wellness room.  This is a thrift shop where every item is free!! That’s right – free!!!  While we don’t have a great variety yet, we look forward to getting bigger and better.  So, if you are looking for new or gently used seasonal clothing, jewelry or toiletries, come take a look.  We may just have exactly what you’re looking for.  We will be open Wednesdays and Fridays from 11:15 to 11:45 or by appointment.

NEED VOLUNTEER HOURS?

Any students interested in earning volunteer hours and being a course Marshall for Kawartha and COSSA Cross County which will be held on October 19th and 26th in Port Hope from 9am to 3/3:30pm. Please see Mrs. Watson in the library.

PROM 2023

Attention all Gr 12 Students PROM 2023 Planning is in the works, and we would like your feedback in order to help with the planning.  Please complete the survey which can be found in Edsby Gr 12 Group by Friday, October 7^th.  We would like to book the venue ASAP to ensure the date and place won’t be missed out on.

NEW TO YOU SHOP

The New to you shop will be open TODAY from 11:15 to 11:45 in room 111.  Come check out the great items!!!

SPARTAN RACE

Good morning Spartans! Anyone who is wishing to register themselves or their team for the Spartan Race may do so at lunchtime in the Library with Hope Bolton and Kayla Doherty or see Mrs. Watson at break between periods beginning today, tomorrow and Tuesday. Remember you need a permission form to participate, a team theme or costume.

STUDENTS WITH PERIOD 1 SPARES

Please pick up your student card in the main office if you got your picture.

NEED VOLUNTEER HOURS?

Any students interested in earning volunteer hours and being a course Marshall for Kawartha and COSSA Cross County which will be held on October 19th and 26th in Port Hope from 9am to 3/3:30pm. Please see Mrs. Watson in the library.

PROM 2023

Attention all Gr 12 Students PROM 2023 Planning is in the works, and we would like your feedback in order to help with the planning.  Please complete the survey which can be found in Edsby Gr 12 Group by Friday, October 7^th.  We would like to book the venue ASAP to ensure the date and place won’t be missed out on.

SR BOYS VOLLEYBALL

Attention Sr. Boys Volleyball there is a practice at lunch Wednesday in the main gym. We will be leaving for Kenner at 12:45pm, please let Ms. Watson know if you cannot attend. We will be back in Port Hope around 6/6:30pm.

NEED COMMUNITY HOURS?

Any students interested in earning volunteer hours and being a course Marshall for Kawartha and COSSA Cross County which will be held on October 19th and 26th in Port Hope from 9am to 3/3:30pm. Please see Mrs. Watson in the library. 

SCOREKEEPERS NEEDED

2 or 3 Score Keepers needed for Wednesday Oct 19^th from 1 to 6pm for our Sr. Boys Volleyball Tournament. See Mrs. Watson if you are interested. 

FLEMING COLLEGE

A Reminder to all Gr. 11 & 12 students of the trip to a College Information Day @ Fleming College on October 25th meet reps from 20 different colleges. See Mrs. Gavel or Mrs. Watson in the library 

SPARTAN CLOTHING

Only have 2 weeks left to order your Spartan Clothing, check out school cash online to play to place your order. 

SPARTAN RACE

Spartan Race is this Friday, Permission Forms and Registration Deadline is tomorrow. See Mrs. Watson in the Library to register. 

FASTEST BIKE CHALLENGE

Fastest Bike Challenge is under way, who thinks that Kees Boon can beat Mr. MacDonald around the track 4 times??? Kees don’t embarrass yourself give up before the entire school witnesses your defeat on Friday, I double dog dare you!! 

TAKE OUR KIDS TO WORK

Wednesday November 2nd All Gr. 9's will be participating in Take Your Kids to Work Day! Gr. 9’s you will be going to work with a parent, guardian, or another adult for the day. Take Our Kids to Work Day offers students a great chance to learn about the workplace world while also learning about the goals, hopes, dreams and the possibilities for your future. More details to follow.  

CRAFT CLUB

PHHS Craft Club is back and will meet Tuesdays in the library at lunch starting today.  Everyone is welcome.  Today we will be making wish bracelets.

NEW TO YOU SHOP

The New to you shop will be open Wednesdays & Fridays from 11:15 to 11:45 in room 111.  Come check out the great items!!!

SPARTAN RACE TOMORROW

Tomorrow is the big day, that’s right the Spartan Race is all set for tomorrow afternoon.  We have 33 teams entered, PLUS the Teacher Teams!!!! Well done Spartans!!  

All students are to go to their period 3 class for attendance, about 12:30 you will be called down to the main gym, you will sit on the gym floor or in the bleachers if there is room and wait to begin the festivities. At about 12:45pm all participants and spectators will make their way outside and the race will begin. Please dress for weather, Sunny and cool. Let’s have a rock’n afternoon.

DRIVER’S ED

Driver’s Education forms are available in the office and on EDSBY.  Students may register for the On-Line course to start anytime or the in person course at CCI starting December 5^th.  For more information check out EDSBY or stop by the office for a form.

NEED COMMUNITY HOURS?

Any students interested in earning volunteer hours and being a course Marshall for Kawartha and COSSA Cross County which will be held on October 19th and 26th in Port Hope from 9am to 3/3:30pm. Please see Mrs. Watson in the library. 

SCOREKEEPERS NEEDED

2 or 3 Score Keepers needed for Wednesday Oct 19^th from 1 to 6pm for our Sr. Boys Volleyball Tournament. See Mrs. Watson if you are interested. 

FLEMING COLLEGE

A Reminder to all Gr. 11 & 12 students of the trip to a College Information Day @ Fleming College on October 25th meet reps from 20 different colleges. See Mrs. Gavel or Mrs. Watson in the library 

SPARTAN CLOTHING

Only have 2 weeks left to order your Spartan Clothing, check out school cash online to play to place your order. 

SPARTAN RACE

Spartan Race is this Friday, Permission Forms and Registration Deadline is tomorrow. See Mrs. Watson in the Library to register. 

TAKE OUR KIDS TO WORK

Wednesday November 2nd All Gr. 9's will be participating in Take Your Kids to Work Day! Gr. 9’s you will be going to work with a parent, guardian, or another adult for the day. Take Our Kids to Work Day offers students a great chance to learn about the workplace world while also learning about the goals, hopes, dreams and the possibilities for your future. More details to follow.  

NEW TO YOU SHOP

The New to you shop will be open Wednesdays & Fridays from 11:15 to 11:45 in room 111.  Come check out the great items!!!

TODAY IS THE DAY……….SPARTAN RACE!!!!

Who Raw it’s Spartan Race Day are you ready to work hard and get dirty? Are you ready to cheer on your favourite team? 

The pain you feel today is the strength you feel tomorrow for every challenge encountered today there is an opportunity for growth.

All students are to go to their Period 3 class for attendance, at 12:30 you will be called down to the main gym to begin the festivities. At about 12:45pm all participants and spectators will make their way outside and the race will begin. Please dress for weather, Sunny and cool.  Let’s have a rock’n afternoon

NEW TO YOU SHOP

The New to you shop will be open Wednesdays & Fridays from 11:15 to 11:45 in room 111.  Come check out the great items!!

VOLUNTEER FAIR

The Canadian Cancer Society is offering a virtual volunteer fair the evening of Thursday, October 20th at 7pm EST. They will cover a variety of volunteer opportunities for students from event planning to advocacy. Go to cancer.ca/volunteer fair for more information

DRIVER’S ED

Driver’s Education forms are available in the office and on EDSBY.  Students may register for the On-Line course to start anytime or the in person course at CCI starting December 5^th.  For more information check out EDSBY or stop by the office for a form.

TAKE OUR KIDS TO WORK

Wednesday November 2nd All Gr. 9's will be participating in Take Your Kids to Work Day! Gr. 9’s you will be going to work with a parent, guardian, or another adult for the day. Take Our Kids to Work Day offers students a great chance to learn about the workplace world while also learning about the goals, hopes, dreams and the possibilities for your future. More details to follow.  

WAY TO GO SPARTANS!!!

 A big thank you to everyone who helped make our 7th annual Spartan Race a huge success.  Thank you to all the staff who manned an obstacle, who ran the race, who looked after the music table outside and cheered outside. Thank you to Mr. Bonnar for setting up the sound systems. Thank you to the student government for setting up the obstacles, creating our music playlist and helping clean up. Thank you to Ms. Sherban and the Hospitality Class for all the help at the Hot Chocolate, Cookies, and candy table. 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. A Spartan Day Video re-cap is in the works. It was tremendous to see all the energy and enthusiasm all afternoon. Well done everyone. 

Now who was the fastest team?? Who won for best costume??? Well let’s find out! Ahh but not yet as there have been a couple of formal protests submitted due to rule violations by Kees and the Boyz. A video may have some insight on this situation. Until these protests have been discussed by our Spartan Race Committee the results will remain under wraps. The Spartan Race is not over, more to come, as we make our way to the end of October.

DRIVER’S EDUCATION

Driver’s Education forms are available in the office and on EDSBY.  Students may register for the On-Line course to start anytime or the in person course at CCI starting December 5^th.  For more information check out EDSBY or stop by the office for a form.

NEW TO YOU SHOP

The New to you shop will be open Wednesdays & Fridays from 11:15 to 11:45 in room 111.  Come check out the great items!!

VOLUNTEER FAIR

The Canadian Cancer Society is offering a virtual volunteer fair the evening of Thursday, October 20th at 7pm EST. They will cover a variety of volunteer opportunities for students from event planning to advocacy. Go to cancer.ca/volunteer fair for more information

TAKE OUR KIDS TO WORK

Wednesday November 2nd All Gr. 9's will be participating in Take Your Kids to Work Day! Gr. 9’s you will be going to work with a parent, guardian, or another adult for the day. Take Our Kids to Work Day offers students a great chance to learn about the workplace world while also learning about the goals, hopes, dreams and the possibilities for your future. More details to follow.

CRAFT CLUB

Craft club will meet today at lunch in the library.  Everyone is welcome.

We will be making wish bracelets.

DRIVER’S EDUCATION

Driver’s Education forms are available in the office and on EDSBY.  Students may register for the On-Line course to start anytime or the in person course at CCI starting December 5^th.  For more information check out EDSBY or stop by the office for a form.

NEW TO YOU SHOP

The New to you shop will be open Wednesdays & Fridays from 11:15 to 11:45 in room 111.  Come check out the great items!!

VOLUNTEER FAIR

The Canadian Cancer Society is offering a virtual volunteer fair the evening of Thursday, October 20th at 7pm EST. They will cover a variety of volunteer opportunities for students from event planning to advocacy. Go to cancer.ca/volunteer fair for more information

TAKE OUR KIDS TO WORK

Wednesday November 2nd All Gr. 9's will be participating in Take Your Kids to Work Day! Gr. 9’s you will be going to work with a parent, guardian, or another adult for the day. Take Our Kids to Work Day offers students a great chance to learn about the workplace world while also learning about the goals, hopes, dreams and the possibilities for your future. More details to follow.

Thank you to all our Cross Country Marshalls yesterday. It was a cold and miserable day to be outside and you were amazing. Would all volunteers who are marshalling next week for COSSA Cross Coutry please come to the library right after announcements?

SR BOYS VOLLEYBALL

The Sr. Boys Volleyball team was Bussin yesterday. So many serves over and in, so many points earned - 29 points more than the week before. Excellent passing and blocking at the net. The boys fought hard and next gave up - they work well as a team. They remained focused as the games intensified and even fought back for the win 26-24 against monseigneur Jamot from Peterborough. We are stoked for our next tournament on Wednesday next week in Lindsay. Practice Tuesday after school.

GIRLS VOLLEYBALL

Girls Volleyball Permission forms are in the library see Mrs. Watson or Mrs. Gavel to pick one up. Tryouts will start Monday November 7^th 2:30pm

FLEMING TRIP

Gr. 11 & 12 Students going on the Fleming College Trip are reminded that the trip is on Tuesday. Please see Mrs. Gavel or Mrs. Watson for a permission form or to return your permission form.

HALLOWEEN SPIRIT WEEK

Halloween Spirit Week will begin on Tuesday & Wednesday next week with pumpkin carving, Thursday Orange & Black Spirit Day, Friday spookie movie in the library at lunch and Monday Oct 31^st is Costume day!

CARLETON UNIVERSITY

Attention Gr. 11 & 12 students Carleton University will be here on Today at 10am in the large conference room in the library. Fleming College will be her on Friday at 8:45am in the library.

NEW TO YOU SHOP

The New to you shop will be open Wednesdays & Fridays from 11:15 to 11:45 in room 111.  Come check out the great items!!

NEW TO YOU SHOP

The New to you shop will be open TODAY from 11:15 to 11:45 in room 111.  Come check out the great items!!

ATTENTION ALL GRADE 9’S

On Wednesday November 2^nd it is Take Our Kids to Work Day. All Gr. 9 students participated in a presentation yesterday and received an envelope of materials. If you were absent, please see Mr. Houghton in the COOP Office to pick one up. Permission forms need to be returned to your homeroom teacher BEFORE Nov 2nd. Homeroom teachers will pass the forms along to Mr. Houghton. Students will participate in person or online. Gr. 9's are not to come to school on Nov 2nd. 

SWIM TEAM

PHHS Swim Team starts soon.  Do you want to race, improve your strokes or just have fun in the pool?  We practise Tuesday and Thursday mornings between 7 and 7:45.  Come to room 229 at beginning of lunch to pick up permission forms and join us for quick meeting.

YEARBOOK

Do you want involvement in this theme of this year’s yearbook?  Check school talk on Edsby for the google form to put your say in.  The form will be open only until Wednesday, October 26^th.

 HALLOWEEN SPIRIT WEEK

Halloween Spirit Week will begin on Tuesday & Wednesday next week with pumpkin carving, Thursday Orange & Black Spirit Day, Friday spookie movie in the library at lunch and Monday Oct 31^st is Costume day!

NEW TO YOU SHOP OPEN TODAY

The New to you shop will be open Wednesdays and Fridays from 11:15 to 11:45 in room 111.  Come check out the great items!!

GIRLS VOLLEYBALL

Girls, Girls, Girls interested in playing volleyball please pick up a permission form in the library. First practice will be Monday November 7^th after school. See Mrs. Watson if you have any questions.

SCHOOL REACH

The school reach team is a trivia club that competes against other schools. This year there are tournaments in December and March. We need more players – especially JUNIOR players (grades 9 and 10). Please see Mr. Timms today in Resource if you are interested.

YOUTH ARCADE

Join us on Tuesday, November 1, beginning at 4:00pm at the Port Hope Knights of Columbus Hall, downtown Memorial Park. All high school students living in Port Hope are welcome to attend

This drop-in will run every Tuesday from 4-8pm. 

Join us on our first night to have some pizza, listen to what we would like to offer and to share your ideas with us. Check on Edsby on School Talk for more information.

ATTENTION ALL GRADE 9’S

On Wednesday November 2^nd it is Take Our Kids to Work Day. All Gr. 9 students participated in a presentation yesterday and received an envelope of materials. If you were absent, please see Mr. Houghton in the COOP Office to pick one up. Permission forms need to be returned to your homeroom teacher BEFORE Nov 2nd. Homeroom teachers will pass the forms along to Mr. Houghton. Students will participate in person or online. Gr. 9's are not to come to school on Nov 2nd. 

HALLOWEEN SPIRIT WEEK

Halloween Spirit Week will begin on Tuesday & Wednesday next week with pumpkin carving, Thursday Orange & Black Spirit Day, Friday spookie movie in the library at lunch and Monday Oct 31^st is Costume day!

SR BOYS VB

Yesterday the Sr. Boys Volleyball team travelled to Lindsay where they played well. Solid blocks, powerful hits, floor smashing dives and awesome teamwork. Yesterday we set out to beat Monseigneur Jamot from Peterborough and we did just that winning 25-20 and 26-24 moving us up a notch on the leader board. Practice on Tuesday after school in preparation for our Tournament in Peterborough.

SWIM TEAM

There is a very important MANDATORY meeting for all people interested in joining swim team at beginning of lunch Friday in room 229.

SCHOOL REACH

The school reach team is a trivia club that competes against other schools. This year there are tournaments in December and March. We need more players – especially JUNIOR players (grades 9 and 10). Please see Mr. Timms today in Resource if you are interested.

HALLOWEEN DANCE

Just a reminder about the Municipality of Port Hope Halloween Dance tomorrow night.

Ages 12-15

Cost $5 - tickets available at the door

Time 7:30 - 10:30 pm

Location is Town Park Rec Centre, 62 McCaul St, Port Hope

Prizes are available.

YOUTH ARCADE

Join us on Tuesday, November 1, beginning at 4:00pm at the Port Hope Knights of Columbus Hall, downtown Memorial Park. All high school students living in Port Hope are welcome to attend

This drop-in will run every Tuesday from 4-8pm. 

Join us on our first night to have some pizza, listen to what we would like to offer and to share your ideas with us. Check on Edsby on School Talk for more information.

HAPPY HALLOWEEN

Do you like scary stories?  If so, come to the library at lunch.  For one day only, to commemorate the spookiest day of the year, we will be sharing some of the most popular ghost stories from across Canada.   Again, if you want to hear some true stories from some of Canada’s most haunted sites, come to the library at lunch….if you dare.

YOUTH ARCADE

Join us on Tuesday, November 1, beginning at 4:00pm at the Port Hope Knights of Columbus Hall, downtown Memorial Park. All high school students living in Port Hope are welcome to attend

This drop-in will run every Tuesday from 4-8pm. 

Join us on our first night to have some pizza, listen to what we would like to offer and to share your ideas with us. Check on Edsby on School Talk for more information.

YOUTH ARCADE - TODAY

Join us TODAY, beginning at 4:00pm at the Port Hope Knights of Columbus Hall, downtown Memorial Park. All high school students living in Port Hope are welcome to attend

This drop-in will run every Tuesday from 4-8pm. 

Join us on our first night to have some pizza, listen to what we would like to offer and to share your ideas with us. Check on Edsby on School Talk for more information.

CRAFT CLUB – TODAY

Craft Club is meeting today at lunch in the library.  We are making gecko keychains.  Everyone is welcome.

TRENT UNIVERSITY

Attention Gr. 11 & 12 Students Trent University will be here on Wednesday at 10am in the library and Brock University on Friday at 10am also. 

TAKE OUR KIDS TO WORK

A reminder to all Gr. 9's that tomorrow is Take Our Kids To Work Day, you should not be a school. For those of you who do not have a placement to go to there will be a link posted in edsby for you to participate online.

BOYS VOLLEYBALL

Boys Volleyball there is a practice tonight after school to prepare for our tournament tomorrow in Peterborough. If you cannot attend practice OR the tournament, please let Mrs. Watson know. We will be leaving for Peterborough at 12:45pm.

GIRLS VOLLEYBALL

Girls wishing to play volleyball this year are reminded of the practice Monday after school in the main gym. Pick up a permission form from Mrs. Watson.

PHOTO RETAKE DAY – Monday, November 7th

NEW TO YOU

New to you shop is open today from 11:15 to 11:45 in room 111 beside the wellness room.

PHOTO RETAKE DAY – Monday, November 7th

CRAFT CLUB

Craft club is meeting a lunch today in the library. We are making gecko keychains and everyone is welcome.

BOYS VOLLEYBALL

A reminder to the Sr. Boys Volleyball team of their practice tonight after school in preparation for the Kawartha Championships tomorrow at Kenner Collegiate in Peterborough. We will be leaving at 8:45am and returning in time for busses.

GIRLS VOLLEYBALL

Girls Volleyball will have their first tryout of the season Wednesday after school in the main gym. Please be sure to return your permission form to Mrs. Watson by then.

GIFT CARD FUNDRAISER

Thursday is our first order deadline for the gift card fundraiser. Please be sure to submit your order. Next and last order deadline is Nov 17th.

ROYAL CANADIAN LEGION POSTER AND LITERARY CONTEST

Entries due today, November 8th.  Any work that is ready can be turned into the office today.

NEW TO YOU STORE

The New to You store is having a 2 for 1 sale today in room 111.  Open from 11:15 to 11:45.

GIRLS VOLLEYBALL TODAY

Girls Volleyball will have their first tryout of the season Wednesday after school in the main gym. Please be sure to return your permission form to Mrs. Watson by then.

GIFT CARD FUNDRAISER

Thursday is our first order deadline for the gift card fundraiser. Please be sure to submit your order. Next and last order deadline is Nov 17th.

WELLNESS ROOM

The Wellness Room and the new to you store are closed today.

PICTURE RETAKES

Picture retake day is Wednesday, November 23 in the morning.

GRAD PHOTOS

Edge Imaging will be here at the school Nov 23 and 24 to take Gr 12 graduations photos and help you celebrate this moment.  Your $35 sitting fee includes a professional portrait session with traditional gown and sash poses on contemporary and traditional backgrounds.  You will also receive a class composite.  Please sign up for your photo session online at bookmygrad.ca and use the school code: KPH.  For more information please check out the Edge Imaging website at edgeimaging.ca/graduation or stop by the main office.

GIFT CARD FUNDRAISER

Thursday is our first order deadline for the gift card fundraiser. Please be sure to submit your order. Next and last order deadline is Nov 17th.

PICTURE RETAKES

Picture retake day is Wednesday, November 23 in the morning.

GRAD PHOTOS

Edge Imaging will be here at the school Nov 23 and 24 to take Gr 12 graduations photos and help you celebrate this moment.  Your $35 sitting fee includes a professional portrait session with traditional gown and sash poses on contemporary and traditional backgrounds.  You will also receive a class composite.  Please sign up for your photo session online at bookmygrad.ca and use the school code: KPH.  For more information please check out the Edge Imaging website at edgeimaging.ca/graduation or stop by the main office.

Port Hope High School is having our School Open House on Wednesday, November 16^th between 6:30pm-8:00pm.   Please join us on Wednesday in the main gym to meet your student’s teachers.

Just a reminder that the deadline for the Avgen Gift Card Fundraiser is Thursday, November 17^th.  Please order through School Cash Online or stop by the office to pick up a form.

WELCOME TO OUR SCHOOL

Superintendent and Trustees who will be visiting us today.  You might see them in the halls; feel free to say hello.

All of Ms Nixons afternoon classes will meet in the library today.  Do not go to the art room.

SANTA CLAUS PARADE

Don't forget to submit your permission forms to be a part of this years Santa Claus Parade.  Santa wants to see you there.

PICTURE RETAKES

Picture retake day is Wednesday, November 23 in the morning.

GRAD PHOTOS

Edge Imaging will be here at the school Nov 23 and 24 to take Gr 12 graduations photos and help you celebrate this moment.  Your $35 sitting fee includes a professional portrait session with traditional gown and sash poses on contemporary and traditional backgrounds.  You will also receive a class composite.  Please sign up for your photo session online at bookmygrad.ca and use the school code: KPH.  For more information please check out the Edge Imaging website at edgeimaging.ca/graduation or stop by the main office.

Please see the attached STSCO Winter Newsletter. 

ARTS AND CRAFT FAIR

Our PHHS Arts and Craft Fair is this Saturday from 10 AM to 3 PM.  Make sure you come bring your family and friends to check it out.  Free Admission, Chili and Soup made by our Foods Classes to purchase and enjoy.   There are 24 Vendors including some of our students and staff with Items to purchase for gifts or yourself. 

VOLUNTEER HOURS

If you are able to help out setting up Friday night or Saturday for Volunteer hours, please see Ms. Avery, Ms. Boyce or Mrs. Coughler.  Can all SAC members please come to the meeting at lunch today in the library.

DURHAM COLLEGE

Durham College is pleased to announce program specific tour packages!  

Students will explore specific programs, lab and classroom spaces, connect with faculty, and participate in hands-on activities. These tours are perfect for Specialty High School Majors (SHSM) Students. The trip will be Friday December 9^th OR Thursday December 1st. WHITBY CAMPUS. See Mrs. Watson or Mrs. Gavel in the Library. There is a limit of 10 participants.

MOVEMBER FUNDRAISER

Movember Fundraiser on Wednesday November 30th 1:15-2:30pm Sr. Boys/Girls Volleyball Team VS STAFF!!! $2 to buy into the game.  Students will go to P4 for attendance and $$ Collection then make their way to the gym. Games begin around 1:30pm. All money collected may be brought to the Office and given to Arlene, Heather or Tammy

Next week is another busy week at Port Hope High School:

Monday Guelph University and Brescia College will be here

SHSM students will be doing First Aid and CPR Training on Monday and Tuesday in the Main Gym which means the Gym will be closed at lunch.

Wednesday is Grad Photos and Picture Retake Day

Wednesday evening is our Undergraduate Awards Night 6:30

Thursday morning, we have Brock University here and, in the afternoon, we have an Apprenticeship Presentation

Friday is a PA Day

Dear Parents/Guardians,

As we continue to monitor daily absence trends and work closely with our partners in public health, we are sharing the attached communication from The Haliburton, Kawartha, Pine Ridge District Health Unit (HKPRDHU), which includes guidance and updates on COVID-19, as well as the transmission of other illnesses in the community.

NEW TO YOU STORE

The new to you store is open today from 11:15 to 11:45 in room 111.  Come check out the great items!!

MID TERM REPORT CARDS

Mid term report cards have been posted in Edsby.  Hard copies of report cards are being handed out in homerooms today.  Students with a first period spare or elearning first period can pick their report card in the office.

ARTS AND CRAFT FAIR

Our PHHS Arts and Craft Fair is TOMORROW from 10 AM to 3 PM.  Make sure you come bring your family and friends to check it out.  Free Admission, Chili and Soup made by our Foods Classes to purchase and enjoy.   There are 24 Vendors including some of our students and staff with Items to purchase for gifts or yourself. 

DRIVER’S EDUCATION

Driver’s Education forms are available in the office and on EDSBY.  Students may register for the On-Line course to start anytime or in person course at CCI starting December 5^th.  For more information check out EDSBY or stop by the office for a form.

PICTURE RETAKE DAY is Wednesday, November 23^rd in the morning.

SANTA CLAUS PARADE FLOAT VOLUNTEERS

Fabulous Santa Claus parade float volunteers…the parade is Saturday, November 26 that’s next weekend.  Bring your parent/guardian trip forms to school on Monday.  Use your cell phone calendar to remind you.  Use that cell phone for something other than social media and games.  Use your kitchen table as a reminder.  Don’t have a form but want to earn community hours?  Ask your teacher for a form.

The Rotary Club of Port Hope is holding a Christmas Market as a fundraiser this year. 

Here are the items available for purchase:

Brandt Meats Black Forest Hams - $30.00 each 

Donini chocolate bars – 4 for $20

Festive Seasonal Greens - $40

Queenies – 12 Shortbread + one Chocolate Bar - $20

Dancing Bee Hostess Pack – honey & candles -$32

Dancing Bee Wax Luminary - $20

Dancing Bee Honey – white & cinnamon honey - $22

The deadline for orders is Monday, November 21.  Items can be picked up at the Knights of Columbus Hall on Monday, November28. From 3:00 to 6:00 p.m.

You can place an order online at www.porthoperotary.com.

Or by phone 905-372-8375 (Susan). 

Facebook page: 

(1) Tammies Jammies | Port Hope ON | Facebook

Just a reminder that tomorrow, Friday, November 25th is a PA Day.

MOVEMBER FUNDRAISER

Spartans! Bring your toonie on Wednesday for the Movember fundraiser making a difference in mental health and suicide prevention, prostate cancer and testicular cancer. Port Hope High Students take on the Teachers at 1:30pm! 

PLEDGE BANNERS

Any pledge banners that have not been signed, can be signed today and returned to the wellness room.

MARCH BREAK PARIS TRIP MEMBERS

Important meeting for all trip-goers in Ms Harnden’s room 221 Tuesday at the beginning of lunch.  Be there!!

CHRISTMAS CANDY GRAMS

Looking for a sweet gift for your friends?  Prom committee will be selling Christmas candy grams for $2 starting Wednesday at the Movember volleyball game and in the library at lunch in the days to follow.

MOVEMBER FUNDRAISER

Spartans! Bring your toonie on tomorrow for the Movember fundraiser making a difference in mental health and suicide prevention, prostate cancer and testicular cancer. Port Hope High Students take on the Teachers at 1:30pm! 

MARCH BREAK PARIS TRIP MEMBERS

Important meeting for all trip-goers in Ms Harnden’s room 221 today at the beginning of lunch.  Be there!!

NEW TO YOU STORE

The New to YOU store is open today from 11:15 to 11:45 in room 111.

CHRISTMAS CANDY GRAMS

Looking for a sweet gift for your friends?  Prom committee will be selling Christmas candy grams for $2 starting today at the Movember volleyball game and in the library at lunch in the days to follow.

MOVEMBER FUNDRAISER

Spartans! Bring your toonie on today for the Movember fundraiser making a difference in mental health and suicide prevention, prostate cancer and testicular cancer.  Port Hope High Students take on the Teachers at 1:30pm! 

TODAY

The gym will be closed today at lunch due to the Gr. 7 & 8 Boys Volleyball tournament. This also means that Pizza will be on sale at lunch in the main foyer alone with Gatorade, chips and water.

WELLNESS ROOM

 Closed period 1 today and tomorrow

VOLUNTEER HOURS

Need Volunteer Hours? Volleyball Scorekeepers are needed on Thursday from 1 - 4:00pm as well as on Thursday December 22nd. Please see Mrs. Watson or Ms. Sherban if you can help.

CANADIAN COAST GUARD

Interested in a career as a Canadian Coast Guard come to the library on Wednesday beginning at 8:45am.

U of T

On Wednesday the University of Toronto will be here making a presentation at 12 noon in the library.

COURSE SELECTIONS

Also beginning this week will be course selections for the next school year. That's right it time to begin to think about the courses you would like to take in Grade 10, 11 or 12. On Thursday you will begin selecting courses using myBlueprint. Courses must be submitted BEFORE the Holidays.

TAMMIES JAMMIES Pajama drive

The Port Hope Police Service is collecting pajamas for our friends at the Highland Shores Children’s Aid.  You can drop off a new pair of pajamas in the PHHS school office age newborn to 18 years old.  Your generous donation will be delivered as a special gift for a child to open on Christmas Eve.  The last day for donations is December 20.

Dear Dr. Hawkins and Port Hope High School families,

Last night, we were able to invite the Port Hope community to an evening consultation meeting focused on the Student Accommodation Review for our Elementary Family of Schools.  Knowing that not everyone may have been able to attend the evening event, we wanted to direct you to further information on the consultation process that can be found on the Board’s website.  Please refer to the links below for background and to provide your input prior to December 16, 2022 for our team to consider.  Should you be unable to provide feedback through the online form, please feel free to request a paper copy of the feedback form from our school office.

Kind regards, 

Alison Sadowski, Principal, Dr. Hawkins

Ron Macdonald, Principal, PHHS

• https://www.kprschools.ca​
• Consultation Resource:  Student Accommodation Review Elementary Family of Schools – Port Hope High School  Background Study and Options​
• Question and Answer Document
• https://forms.kprschools.ca/Port-Hope-Elementary-FOS-Consultation-Feedback

DO YOU NEED COMPUTER HOURS?

Thursday there is a swim meet.  We need timers for Thursday from period 2 until end of the day.  Do you need volunteer hours?  See Ms Stewart, Ms Boyce or Mrs Coughler for permission forms today. Return forms by tomorrow.

SKI CLUB

There will be a Ski club meeting in room 151 at 11:15 today.

NEW TO YOU STORE

The new to you store will be open TODAY at lunch from 11:15 to 11:45.

GIRLS VOLLEYBALL

Girls Volleyball practice tonight after school in preparation for the tournament tomorrow. Please let us know if you cannot attend the tournament.

COURSE SELECTIONS

Course Selections for next school year are due on Monday. Please be logging into myBlueprint to ensure this gets done.

SWIM MEET TOMMOROW

All swimmers will leave class by 9:30 and be at the pool by 9:45.  If you are a timer, please hand in your permission form by today so we have you on the list.  Timers are to go to their 1^st period class and then be at Jack Burger Sports Complex by 10:00 am.  Bring water and sandals to wear on the pool deck

SKI CLUB

Students interested in ski club can pick up forms in room 151 at lunch today.

COURSE SELECTIONS

Course Selections for next school year are due on Monday. Please be logging into myBlueprint to ensure this gets done.

LOST & FOUND

Students please check the lost and found table outside the office.  Any unclaimed items after Wednesday, December 21 will donated.

NEXT WEEK IS SPIRIT WEEK

Monday: Red and Green Day - This is pretty explanatory. You can dress up in Red and Green however you want. There will also be a holiday movie in the library at lunch (thank you Karen W and Natalie for helping with this!). Movie will be announced later.

Tuesday: Flannel/Holiday Headwear - Today you can wear any flannel you might have and/or wear your best holiday headwear, whether it's a Santa hat, reindeer ears or anything else. The movie from the previous days will continue at lunch today.

Wednesday: Ugly/Holiday Sweater - Today you wear your best holiday or ugly sweater. This can be any type of holiday or even winter sweater. We will also be doing a pancake lunch organized by SAC and Meaghan Sherban (thank you Meg!)-more details about that will follow.

Thursday: Jersey Day - Although less of a holiday theme, today is Jersey Day so wear your favourite sports teams' colours/jerseys/t-shirts

Friday: PJ Day - To kick off the break, come dressed comfy in your PJs (holiday themed or not). 

THANK YOU....

Thank you very much to Ms Stewart, Ms Avery, Ms Boyce, Mrs Coughler and all of our timers who ran the swim meet Thursday.

COURSE CHOICES

Spartans! Just a reminder that all students should be submitting their choices for classes using myblueprint today. If you need help, please see Ms. Gavel or Mrs. Watson in the library.

JR GIRLS VOLLEYBALL

Jr. Girls Volleyball tomorrow at Kenner in Peterborough. Please meet in the main foyer ready to go by 11:45am. Ms. Sherban, Mrs. Watson and Makala's mom will be driving - the weather looks good to go! Volleyball practice tonight for everyone. Sr. Girls will travel to Kenner on Thursday. 

SWIM TEAM

The Spartans Swim team competed in their first meet Thursday. All of the swimmers got personal bests. Our top junior female was Charity McBride with Kay McBride and Karley Elizuk close behind. Congrats to Sydney Watson for her 100 m breast stroke time. Congrats to Owen Cahill who was our top male in the backstroke. Congratulations to Curtis Stender who got new school records in both the 100 m freestyle and 50 m breaststroke. Finally congratulations to our men’s relay of Owen, Curtis, Noah Witherly and Nathan Wood for an exciting race. 

Congratulations to all of you. Go SPARTANS!!!

LOST & FOUND

Students please check the lost and found table outside the office.  Any unclaimed items after Wednesday, December 21 will donated.

ATTENTION GR 10 STUDENTS

Any Gr. 10 students who have not yet submitted their choices for next year using myblueprint are asked to come to the library now, grab a laptop and do so.

SCHOOL REACH

There will be a school reach meeting today at lunch in Resource. Please make sure you attend as there will be a tournament early in the new year. Please see Mr. Timms or Mr. Demill if you cannot attend.

SKI FORMS

Please return all completed ski forms to Mr Atanasoff asap.

LOST & FOUND

Students please check the lost and found table outside the office.  Any unclaimed items after Wednesday, December 21 will donated.

NEW TO YOU STORE

The new to you store will be open today from 11:15 to 11:45 for the final time in 2022.

SKI FORMS

Please return all completed ski forms to Mr Atanasoff asap.

Thursday: Jersey Day –

Although less of a holiday theme, today is Jersey Day so wear your favourite sports teams' colours/jerseys/t-shirts.

Friday: PJ Day - To kick off the break, come dressed comfy in your PJs (holiday themed or not). 

IMPORTANT NOTICE FOR PARENTS/GUARDIANS: ALL KPR SCHOOLS AND BUILDINGS CLOSED FRIDAY, DECEMBER 23

As a result of the significant storm and extreme weather forecasted to develop over the course of this evening and tomorrow, (flash freezing, damaging winds, blizzard conditions) all KPR schools, buildings, and worksites, including Education Centres, are CLOSED Friday, December 23, to students and staff.

School-based child care programs (for infants, toddlers, and preschoolers) may choose to operate on Friday. Parents/Guardians should contact their individual child care providers for further information.                 

GIRLS VOLLEYBALL TODAY

A reminder to all the Girls on the volleyball team of their game today in Campbellford. Be ready to board the bus at 12 noon. Meet in the main foyer at the end of lunch. Please see Ms. Sherban or Ms. Watson if you are not attending. Also there are still a few of you owing your fees, please settle up this week. All fees must be paid if you wish to play on the 19th.

COURSE SELECTIONS

Students who have not submitted their course selections for next year Mrs. Gavel or Mrs. Watson will be trying to contact you or picking courses for you. Please see them in the library if this is you.

OSAP

Attention all Gr. 11 or 12 students interested in learning more about OSAP. There will be a presentation in the library on Friday at 1:20pm.

Dear Families,

We wanted to send you a quick reminder that the second community meeting for Port Hope Elementary Family of Schools Accommodation Planning will take place on Monday, January 16th at 6:30 pm in the Port Hope HS gym.  We invite you to attend so that we can review our current thinking based on the feedback we received from you in December.  Please note that there will be some secondary school students available during the meeting to help supervise any younger children with quiet activities in the gym, should this support your attendance at the meeting. 

For more information, please visit the Port Hope Accommodation Planning web page (https://www.kprschools.ca/en/our-board/student-accommodation-planning-elementary-family-of-schools-port-hope-hs.aspx).

We look forward to seeing you next week.

Sincerely,

Ron Macdonald

Principal, Port Hope High School

Please note that due to inclement weather buses to Port Hope High School have been cancelled today Friday, January 13th.  Please also note that no safe arrival calls will go home today.  If you have sent your student to school and wish to call to confirm that they have arrived safely please do not hesitate to contact the school at 905-885-6346. 

Please note that due to inclement weather buses to Port Hope High School have been cancelled today Tuesday, January 17th.  Please also note that no safe arrival calls will go home today.  If you have sent your student to school and wish to call to confirm that they have arrived safely please do not hesitate to contact the school at 905-885-6346. 

Thank you to all families who were able to attend our second Community Consultation evening for the elementary schools in the Port Hope Family of Schools on Monday, January 16^th.  If you were unable to attend this meeting, please visit the Port Hope Accommodation Planning page for a copy of the presentation and use the online feedback form to provide your feedback by end of day January 22^nd.  We will continue to consolidate your feedback and consider the recommendations made prior to submitting our final report to the board in February. 

Kindly,

Principal, Ron Macdonald

NEED VOLUNTEER HOURS?? Like BINGO!!!

Extendicare is looking for Volunteers Wednesday Evening 6:00 – 8:00 for BINGO.

The only other requirement is that volunteers have to get a rapid covid swab when they come in and wear a mask while they are here.

Bingo starts at 6:30 and they play for an hour, but most residents are in wheelchairs and require assistance to and from the program.

Some residents also need help physically playing the game, covering the numbers for them and clearing the cards between games.

We have 2 staff here that facilitate the bingo program, they would be able to help the students along and make sure they are paired up with appropriate residents.

Check out Edsby for the application form.

JR VOLLEYBALL TOURNAMENT

Port Hope HS is hosting a Gr 4 to 6 volleyball tournament next week and we are looking for 6 to 8 referees.  The tournament runs all day.  If you are interested, please see Mrs Watson in the library.

SPARTAN ADVISORY COUNCIL MEETING

Today at lunch in the library.

OSAP MEETING

Students who were interested in the attending the OSAP meeting that was cancelled due to the snow day please note that we will be rescheduling this meeting

GIRLS VOLLEYBALL

Please excuse the girls' volleyball team at 12:15pm for the tournament at CCI this afternoon.

MATCHOMATICS FUNDRAISER

Is coming soon?  Listen for further announcements.

Our next school council meeting is today (Monday, January 23, 2023) at 5:30 p.m. Please join us in the Port Hope High School Library.
Students, staff and members of the community are most welcome to attend, so please pass this message along.

GIRLS VOLLEYBALL

Practice tonight is optional due to the winter storm on it’s way.

NEW TO YOU SHOP

The New to You Shop is open at lunch today.  Everything is free and there are items added daily.  Come check it out.

SEMI-FORMAL

Looking for some Friday night Fun?  Prom committee will be hosting a hearts and roses semi-formal on Friday, February 10 at the school.  Tickets will be on sale after exams for $5 for the first ticket, with a valid student ID and $10 for all other tickets.

Please note that due to inclement weather buses to Port Hope High School have been cancelled today Thursday, January 26th.  Please also note that no safe arrival calls will go home today.  If you have sent your student to school and wish to call to confirm that they have arrived safely please do not hesitate to contact the school at 905-885-6346. 

KAWARTHA SWIM MEET

Kawartha swim meet is this Wednesday. 

There is an important practice for swimmers tomorrow morning. 

We need timers for the meet Wednesday. This is a chance to get volunteer hours. If you are interested in timing see Ms. Stewart today to get a form. All forms need to be in tomorrow. 

BADMINTON

Any students interested in trying out for the school badminton team are to sign up and pick up a permission form in the library from Mrs. Watson. Tryouts will begin shortly. Also, any girls interested in playing on the school soccer team please see Ms. Watson in the library to sign up – we need 15 COMMITTED girls to run the team this year.

GIRLS VOLLEYBALL

We have a busy week Spartans: today the Sr. Girls Volleyball team will travel Norwood at 11:30am for their Kawartha Qualifier. The Jr. Volleyball Team will travel to Campbellford on Wednesday

BLACK HISTORY MONTH

February is Black History Month, a time for celebration and recognition of the achievements, contributions and lived experiences of Black Canadians and their communities. Throughout the month of February, KPR will be highlighting resources to support learning and growth. For example, learn more about Rosemary Brown, who was the first Black woman to be elected as a member of the provincial legislature in Canada. During Black History Month, and every month, we continue the important work of being culturally relevant and responsive in our schools and classrooms.  

Tickets on sale every day this week at lunch in the Library. 

The Cafeteria is now open at lunch time and has a variety of food choices for purchase every day!

SCHOOL REACH

There will be a School Reach meeting today at lunch. If you are interested in playing at all, you NEED to be there. We need students to commit to being on the team as there are two tournaments in the near future. Please be there! If you can’t make it, but would like to be on the team, you need to let Mr. Timms know.

CAFETERIA NOW OPEN

The cafeteria is now open at lunch time and has a variety of food choices for purchase everyday.

SEMI-FORMAL TICKETS

Tickets are on sale in the library at lunch all week.  Tickets are $10, but be sure to show a valid student card for a $5 discount.

VOLUNTEER HOURS!

If anyone wishes to get volunteer hours we are looking for timers for tomorrow's swim meet. You will miss period 2 and 3 of tomorrow's classes. 

Please see Mrs. Stewart in the gym for a form. 

SCHOOL BADMINTON

Any students interested in trying out for the school badminton team are to sign up and pick up a permission form in the library from Mrs. Watson. Tryouts will begin the week of February 20th. Also, any girls interested in playing on the school soccer team please see Ms. Watson in the library to sign up – we need 15 COMMITTED girls to run the team this year, we have 11 signed up so far.

JR GIRLS VOLLEYBALL TEAM

Please excuse the Jr. Girls Volleyball Team tomorrow at 12:15pm for their Kawartha Qualifier in Campbellford, the Swim team will also be hosting Kawartha Swimming at the Jack on Wednesday. On Friday we will have our Semi Formal buy your tickets today! Let’s rock this night together!

SR GIRLS VOLLEYBALL TEAM

Yesterday the Sr. Girls Volleyball Team were on Fire. I have never seen them play so well. So many blocks, beautiful sets, digs, strong serving and powerful hits. So proud of everyone for their support, commitment, and teamwork on and off the court. You made us proud – Thank you for a wonderful season.

BLACK HISTORY MONTH

Every February, people across Canada participate in Black History Month events and festivities that honour the legacy of Black people in Canada and their communities.

The 2023 theme for Black History Month is: “Ours to tell”. This theme represents both an opportunity to engage in open dialogue and a commitment to learning more about the stories Black communities in Canada have to tell about their histories, successes, sacrifices and triumphs.

Donovan Bailey is one of the greatest sprinters of all time. As the holder of the world record for the 100-metre, and the title of World Champion and Olympic Champion, Track and Field News named him “Athlete of the Decade” in the 100–metre. Many around the world knew him as “The World’s Fastest Man.”

Canadians were proud when this Jamaican-born athlete dominated the field at the 1996 Olympic Games in Atlanta, winning gold in the 100 metre and the 4 x 100-metre relay. After retiring from competitive racing in 2001, he began a successful career in the business world.

CAFETERIA NOW OPEN

The cafeteria is now open at lunch time and has a variety of food choices for purchase everyday.

SEMI-FORMAL TICKETS

Tickets are on sale in the library at lunch all week.  Tickets are $10, but be sure to show a valid student card for a $5 discount.

KAWARTHA SWIMMING RESULTS

Kawartha swimming was held yesterday at the Jack Burger Complex.  Thank you to Ms. Stewart and all the volunteers who timed for us.

Our Spartans did amazing with all swimmers qualifying for COSSA next week.

Most swimmers got personal bests.

Special congrats to Nathan Wood who took off 7 seconds in both of his events.

Congratulations to our Kawartha Champions:

Kees Boon in the 50 metre backstroke

Owen Cahill in the 100 metre freestyle

And Curtis Stender in all 3 of his events as well as breaking his school record in the 50 metre backstroke. 

Congrats to our 4 men who improved their relay by 12 seconds.

Congrats to our 4 women, Charity and Kay McBride, Karley Elizuk and Sydney Watson, who qualified in individual events and wowed us with their third place finish in the 200 metre relay. 

Good luck at COSSA next week Spartans!!!

CAFETERIA NOW OPEN

The cafeteria is now open at lunch time and has a variety of food choices for purchase everyday.

SEMI-FORMAL TICKETS

Tickets are on sale in the library at lunch all week.  Tickets are $10, but be sure to show a valid student card for a $5 discount.

DRIVER’S EDUCATION

Driver’s Education forms are available in the office and on Edsby.  Students may register for the online course to start anytime or the in person course at CCI starting April 3.  For more information check out Edsby or stop by the office for a form.

SEMI-FORMAL

Spartans- you were looking good on Friday night, and had even better moves on the dance floor! Thank you for making the first semi-formal in 3 years such a success! A special thanks to SAC for all of their hard work in planning and running the dance. And also to Ms Coughler, Ms Foster, Ms Ellis, Mr Warner, Mr Demill, Ms Boyce, Ms Corneau, and Mr MacDonald for chaperoning and making it possible! Looking forward to the next one. 

CAFETERIA NOW OPEN

The cafeteria is now open at lunch time and has a variety of food choices for purchase everyday.

DRIVER’S EDUCATION

Driver’s Education forms are available in the office and on Edsby.  Students may register for the online course to start anytime or the in person course at CCI starting April 3.  For more information check out Edsby or stop by the office for a form.

JR GIRLS VOLLEYBALL

Jr. Girls Volleyball Practice tonight after school. Practice will finish early at 3:45pm. We will also have a practice Wednesday in preparation for the Kawartha Championship on Thursday in Lindsay. We play St. Thomas Aquinas at 10am, if we win, we move on to the championship round. Please let me know if you cannot make practice or the game on Thursday.

BADMINTON

Tryout for the school Badminton Team will begin on Wednesday next week. Pick up your permission form from Ms. Watson in the library.

GIRLS SOCCER

Girls Soccer – we are still in need of more girls to make this Soccer Team run. Please see Mrs. Watson in the library if you are interested.

ELEMENTARY BASKETBALL

Port Hope High School will be hosting Gr. 7/8 Basketball on Tuesday Feb 21^st and Thursday Feb 23^rd. If you would like to be a timer or score keeper, please see Ms. Watson in the library. Community Service Hours will be given.

BLACK HISTORY MONTH

Our Black History Month Noteworthy Figure is Willie O’Ree. On January 18, 1958, Willie O’Ree stepped on the ice at the Montreal Forum to play his first game in the National Hockey League (NHL) for the Boston Bruins — and made history.

Like any Canadian kid, as a young boy Willie played hockey with his friends. And out there on the ice, he probably pretended to be his favourite player, deking around the defence taking shots, scoring goals. Actually playing in the NHL was something most of these kids only dreamed about. For O’Ree that dream came true. In fact, he became the first Black player in the NHL. Known for his speed and checking abilities, his career was cut short by an injury.

Today, Willie O’Ree is the director of the NHL’s diversity program. He travels across Canada and the United States promoting and teaching the game of hockey to children from all cultural backgrounds.

In January 2008, fifty years after his NHL debut, Willie O’Ree’s home town of Fredericton, New Brunswick, named its new hockey arena Willie O’Ree Place, in honour of his achievements.

MATCHOMATIC RESULTS

Happy Valentines Day Spartans!! Today is the last day to purchase your Matchomatic results. They will be on sale in the library today at lunch. Cost is $3.

SENECA / ALGONQUIN OR OSAP

Interested in hearing more about Seneca or Algonquin College or OSAP? Next week a Seneca rep will be here on Wednesday at 9am and Algonquin on Thursday at 1:30pm both in the library. Find out more about OSAP on Thursday as well beginning at 9am.

PINK SHIRT DAY

Wednesday February 22^nd is Pink Shirt Day. Pink Shirt Day was inspired by moments of kindness, empathy and understanding that can mean so much to those impacted by bullying. For bullied individuals, it can be hard to know where to turn. But a helping and supportive hand can make a world of difference! Remember that whether it's sending a check-in text, calling out bullying behaviour when you see it, or simply offering your support, there are so many ways we can all help and connect with people being bullied. Let's Lift Each Other Up this Pink Shirt Day, and all year round! On Wednesday next week let’s Bring on the PINK!!

FAMILY DAY HOLIDAY

A reminder that we are approaching family day weekend which means there is no school on Monday.

JR GIRLS VOLLEYBALL

Thursday morning the Jr. Girls Volleyball team will be travelling to Lindsay for the Kawartha Championship. Players are to meet in the main foyer at 8:30am. Practice Wednesday night after school. Please let Ms. Watson know if you cannot attend practice or the game on Thursday.

BADMINTON

Tryout for the school Badminton Team will begin on Wednesday next week. Pick up your permission form from Ms. Watson in the library.

GIRLS SOCCER

Girls Soccer – we are still in need of more girls to make this Soccer Team run. Please see Mrs. Watson in the library if you are interested.

GR 7/8 BASKETBALL

Port Hope High School will be hosting Gr. 7/8 Basketball on Tuesday Feb 21^st and Thursday Feb 23^rd. If you would like to be a timer or score keeper, please see Ms. Watson in the library. Community Service Hours will be given.

BLACK HISTORY  MONTH

Another noteworthy figure for Black History Month is Fred Christie. Fred was born in Jamaica in 1902. In 1919 he immigrated to Canada and settled in Verdun, a suburb of Montreal with a vibrant and growing Black community. In Montreal he found a good job as a driver, made many friends and developed a passion for hockey. In the 1930s, Fred Christie was a season ticket holder at the Montreal Forum, where he supported either of Montreal's two NHL teams.

In July 1936, Fred Christie and two friends went to the York Tavern attached to the Montreal Forum. However, the staff refused to serve them because Fred Christie was Black. Fred Christie sued the tavern and the case eventually ended up in the Supreme Court, which ruled that the York Tavern had the right to refuse service to customers because of their race. Disappointed in losing his case, Fred Christie left Montreal in the mid 1940’s and settled in Saranac Lake, New York. The case is emblematic of an era of legalized racism, while its facts reveal the subtle ways in which racism unfolded in early 20th-century Canada.

SCHOOL REACH

There will be a School Reach meeting at lunch in Resource. Please make sure to attend or speak with Mr. Timms. We have a tournament coming up on the 24^th.

CAFETERIA NOW OPEN

The cafeteria is now open at lunch time and has a variety of food choices for purchase everyday.

DRIVER’S EDUCATION

Driver’s Education forms are available in the office and on Edsby.  Students may register for the online course to start anytime or the in person course at CCI starting April 3.  For more information check out Edsby or stop by the office for a form.

COSSA SWIM RESULTS

Congratulations to our Swim team who competed at COSSA in Belleville yesterday, making a huge splash.

Congratulations to Kees Boon who was COSSA champion in the 50 metre backstroke, and Curtis Stender who was champion in all 3 of his events and broke his school record in the 100 metre freestyle.  Congrats also to Nathan Wood who got 2^nd, 3^rd and 4^th and will be joining Kees and Curtis at OFSAA.

Our biggest improvements were in our 2 relays.

In the 200 metre girls relay, Karley Elizuk, Kay McBride, Sydney Watson and Charity McBride took off 7 seconds and placed 7^th overall.

In the 200 metre boys relay, Owen Cahill, Kees, Noah Witherly and Curtis, took off another 12 seconds and placed Second.

Overall the PHHS team of 9 swimmers –4^th in the men (with only 5 men swimming) and 7^th overall out of 12 teams for overall points. Quite an accomplishment!!!

Congratulations Spartans!!

PINK SHIRT DAY

Wednesday February 22^nd is Pink Shirt Day. Pink Shirt Day was inspired by moments of kindness, empathy and understanding that can mean so much to those impacted by bullying. For bullied individuals, it can be hard to know where to turn. But a helping and supportive hand can make a world of difference! Remember that whether it's sending a check-in text, calling out bullying behaviour when you see it, or simply offering your support, there are so many ways we can all help and connect with people being bullied. Let's Lift Each Other Up this Pink Shirt Day, and all year round! On Wednesday next week let’s Bring on the PINK!!

BADMINTON

Tryout for the school Badminton Team will begin on Wednesday next week. Pick up your permission form from Ms. Watson in the library.

GIRLS SOCCER

Girls Soccer – we are still in need of more girls to make this Soccer Team run. Please see Mrs. Watson in the library if you are interested.

CAFETERIA NOW OPEN

The cafeteria is now open at lunch time and has a variety of food choices for purchase everyday.

STUDENTS WITH PERIOD 1 SPARE

Pick up your report card in the main office.

CAFETERIA NOW OPEN

The cafeteria is now open at lunch time and has a variety of food choices for purchase everyday.

SENECA/ALGONQUIN/OSAP

Interested in hearing more about Seneca or Algonquin College or OSAP? Next week a Seneca rep will be here on Wednesday at 9am and Algonquin on Thursday at 1:30 pm, both in the library. Find out more about OSAP on Thursday as well beginning at 9am.

PINK SHIRT DAY

Wednesday February 22^nd is Pink Shirt Day. Pink Shirt Day was inspired by moments of kindness, empathy and understanding that can mean so much to those impacted by bullying. For bullied individuals, it can be hard to know where to turn. But a helping and supportive hand can make a world of difference! Remember that whether it's sending a check-in text, calling out bullying behaviour when you see it, or simply offering your support, there are so many ways we can all help and connect with people being bullied. Let's Lift Each Other Up this Pink Shirt Day, and all year round! On Wednesday next week let’s Bring on the PINK!!

FAMILY DAY

A reminder that we are approaching family day weekend which means there is no school on Monday.

BADMINTON TEAM

Tryout for the school Badminton Team will begin on Wednesday next week. Pick up your permission form from Ms. Watson in the library.

GIRLS SOCCER

Girls Soccer - Please see Mrs. Watson in the library if you are interested. Permission Forms will be going out next week.

GR 7/8 BASKETBALL

Port Hope High School will be hosting Gr. 7/8 Basketball on Tuesday Feb 21^st and Thursday Feb 23^rd. If you would like to be a timer or score keeper, please see Ms. Watson in the library. Community Service Hours will be given.

BLACK HISTORY MONTH

Celebrating Black History Month, we take a look at 

Harriet Tubman, a formerly enslaved individual from Maryland, became known as the “Moses” of her people and the “conductor” who led hundreds of enslaved Blacks to freedom along the Underground Railroad. In 1850, when the far-reaching United States Fugitive Law was passed, she guided runaway enslaved people further north into Canada. When angry slave owners posted rewards for her capture, she continued her work despite great personal risk.

St. Catherines, Ontario (a town close to the border with the United States) was on the route and offered employment opportunities, making it a common destination for the former fugitives, including Harriet Tubman, who lived there from 1851 to 1857. Many of the people she rescued were relatives of those already in St. Catherines including her own parents, brothers and sisters and their families.

Later, Harriet Tubman became a leader in the Abolitionist movement. During the Civil war she worked as a nurse and served as a spy for the Union forces in South Carolina.

BADMINTON TRYOUTS

Badminton tryouts are Wednesday after school.

STUDENTS WITH PERIOD 1 SPARE

Pick up your report card in the main office.

FRANCE TRIP

There is a mandatory France Trip meeting today at lunch

In Rm 221.

CALLING ALL MATH FANS

Calling all math fans!  Do you like working through puzzles or working with numbers?  The next math competition is coming up in April.  If you are interested, please see Ms. Foster before March 10^th.

CAFETERIA NOW OPEN

The cafeteria is now open at lunch time and has a variety of food choices for purchase everyday.

STUDENTS WITH PERIOD 1 SPARE

Pick up your report card in the main office.

BADMINTON TRYOUTS

• Badminton tryouts continue next week on Monday and Wednesday after school.

BLACK HISTORY

• Monday and Tuesday at lunch in the library there will be a movie Kevin Hart – Black History.

SCOREKEEPERS/TIMERS NEEDED

• Scorekeepers and timers needed on Tuesday for Intermediate Boys Basketball. Please see Ms. Watson after announcements if you’re interested in helping.
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ONTARIO YOUTH APPRENTICESHIP

• Any students interested in the Ontario Youth Apprenticeship Program are reminded of the presentation on Wednesday evening as well as Friday March 3^rd virtually at 10:30 and 12:30pm in the library. More information can be found in Edsby.

OSAP

• Attention grade 12s. find out about OSAP and how to apply on Thursday March 2^nd at 12 noon in the library.

ATTENTION GR 11 & 12’S

• Are you in grade 11 or will you be a returning grade 12 next year? Are you interested in a career as an Early Childhood Educator or a Child and Youth Care Worker?? Or are you interested in a career in a Pre-Health Science Pathway, Recreational Therapy, or a Bachelor of Community Mental Health Worker? Interested in attending Durham College? There is a field trip limited to 10 students on March 23^rd & March 30^th. If interested see Ms. Gavel or Ms. Watson in the Library.

GIRLS SOCCER TRYOUTS

• A reminder to all girls interested in trying out for soccer this year to please return your permission form to Ms. Watson in the library.

LOOKING FOR A JOB

• Looking for a job? A representative from Tim Hortons will be visiting the PHHS library on Monday February 27 at lunch. Come say hello and pick up a job application.

LOOKING FOR A PART-TIME JOB

A representative from Tim Horton’s will be visiting the PHHS library at lunch today.  Come say hello and pick up a job application.

STUDENTS WITH PERIOD 1 SPARE

Pick up your report card in the main office.

BADMINTON TRYOUTS

Badminton Try outs tonight after and Wednesday after school. 

KEVIN HART’S BLACK HISTORTY MOVIE

Today and tomorrow at lunch we will be showing Kevin Hart's Black History Movie.

GYM CLOSED

The gym will be closed tomorrow at lunch due to the intermediate boys basketball tournament.

LOOKING FOR SCORE/TIME KEEPERS NEEDED

Anyone wishing to help scorekeep or time for basketball please see Ms Watson in the library. If it is a snow day tomorrow the tournament will move to Wednesday.

OYAP INFORMATION NIGHT

Wednesday evening there will be a 2024 Ontario Youth Apprenticeship information night for anyone interested. You will need to register and that information can be found in edsby. If you cannot attend the evening session there will be 2 virtual sessons on Friday @ 10:30am and 12:30pm in the library.

FLEMING COLLEGE VISITING

Thursday we will have Fleming College here at 8:30am for a session on Financing your Future any interested students are welcome to attend. 

OSAP

Any Gr. 12 students interested in learning about OSAP that presentation will be Thursday at 12noon both will be in the library.

GRAD PHOTO RETAKE DAY

Grad photo retake day is Thursday, March 9.  Please sign up for your photo session online at bookmygrad.ca and use the School Code:  KPH.  For more information please check out the Edge Imaging website at edgeimaging.ca/graduation or stop by the main office.

LOST & FOUND

Students please check the lost & found table outside of the office.  Any unclaimed items at the end of the day March 6^th will be donated.

SCHOOL TRIP TO DURHAM COLLEGE

School trip to Durham College to explore a Career as an Early Childcare Educator or Child and Youth Care Worker, Or a Career in a Pre-Health Science Pathway, Recreational Therapy, or a Bachelor of Community Mental Health Worker. If interested see Ms. Gavel or Ms. Watson in the Library ASAP

BADMINTON

No Badminton Practice tonight due to the Basketball Tournament. See everyone on Monday.

GIRLS SOCCER

Girls are reminded to return their Soccer Permission Forms to Ms. Watson in the library ASAP.

CALLING ALL MATH FANS

Calling all math fans!  Do you like working through puzzles or working with numbers?  The next math competition is coming up in April.  If you are interested, please come to the meeting this Thursday at the start of lunch in room 228!

SCHOOL REACH

School Reach meeting today at lunch in the resource room.

ATTENTION GRADS:

Cap & Gown forms were sent out in homeroom today, if you have a period 1 spare please stop by the office to pick up your form.  Forms are due back to the office by March 31^st.

Our Spartans sure made a splash at the OFSAA Swimming Championships this week! 

Kees Boon swam in the 50m backstroke. Starting in 44^th place, he swam his personal best of 41.37 seconds and moved up to finish in 39^th place!

Next up was Charity McBride who swam in the 50m breaststroke. She started in 49^th place and swam her personal best. Finishing 1^st in her heat with a time of 44.57 seconds she moved all the way up to 29^th place - and that time broke our school record!

Then we had Nathan Wood, who swam the 50m freestyle. He shaved over 3 seconds off his COSSA time, swimming the race in 54.9 seconds - his personal best! Nathan also swam a strong 100m freestyle race the next day in 2 minutes 13.51 seconds.

And last but not least, Curtis Stender also competed in the 50m freestyle - swimming his personal best at 36.40 seconds and earning him an OFSAA ribbon for 4^th place. The next day, Curtis swam in the 100m free. Swimming his personal best at 1 minute 24.93 seconds - that time broke our school record and earned him the OFSAA bronze medal! 

Congratulations to all of our OFSAA swimmers on their amazing accomplishments, and to our entire swim team on a fantastic season!

OYAP

Interested in applying for the 2024 Ontario Youth Apprenticeship program come to one of two information sessions today in the library @ 10:30am or 12:30pm.

BADMINTON TRYOUTS

Badminton Tryouts continue next week on Monday and Wednesday after school.

GIRLS SOCCER PLAYERS

Girls are reminded to return their Soccer Permission Forms to Ms. Watson in the library ASAP.

DURHAM COLLEGE TRIP

School trip to Durham College to explore a Career as an Early Childcare Educator or Child and Youth Care Worker, Or a Career in a Pre-Health Science Pathway, Recreational Therapy, or a Bachelor of Community Mental Health Worker. If interested see Ms. Gavel or Ms. Watson in the Library ASAP

ATTENTION GRADS:

Cap & Gown forms were sent out in homeroom today, if you have a period 1 spare please stop by the office to pick up your form.  Forms are due back to the office by March 31^st.

ATTENTION GRADS:

Grad Photo retake day is March 9^th.  Please sign up for your photo session online at bookmygrad.ca and use the School Code:  KPH.  For more information please check out the Edge Imaging website at edgeimaging.ca/graduation or stop by the main office.

SPARTAN CLOTHING

Spartan clothing is available for ordering using school cash online.  Order deadline is March 31^st.

LOCKERS

Please clean out your lockers and dispose of food from lockers prior to March break.

SPARTAN CLOTHING

Spartan clothing is available for ordering using school cash online.  Order deadline is March 31^st.

NO GSA TODAY!!!

GSA will run again on Wednesday the week after March Break.

BADMINTON

A reminder that Badminton Practices will be Tuesday and Thursday this week after school.

SPARTAN ADVISORY COUNCIL/STUDENT GOVERNMENT

Spartan Advisory Council or Student Government are in need of a group of student leaders for the coming school year, 2023/24. We believe there is power in numbers and power in working together to keep PHHS an awesome place to attend High School! 

Apply today! Application Forms available online through Edsby School talk for more information please see

Mrs. Watson or Mrs. Gavel in the Library

DURHAM COLLEGE

Anyone interested in learning more about Durham College Pre Health-Science, Recreational Therapy or Community Mental Health please see Ms. Gavel or Ms. Watson ASAP in the Library about a trip on Thursday.

SPARAN ADVISORY COUNCIL

There will be a Spartan Advisory Council meeting on Wednesday at lunchtime in the library.

SPRING FOOD DRIVE

Spartans we will be having a Spring Food Drive beginning next week. Donations will be collected in Homerooms from Monday March 27^th to April 6th. All donations will be going to the Northumberland Fare Share Food Bank.

AFTER SCHOOL DANCE TEAM 

Vada, from 3M Dance works in Port Hope is going to start an after school dance team for us!! This is open to grade 8’s and up.  We will be practicing Tuesdays after school starting March 28.  Permission forms can be picked up from Mr Demill, please have them returned by March 27.

DRIVERS EDUCATION

Driver's Education forms are available in the office and on EDSBY.  Students may register for the On-Line course to start anytime or the in person course at CCI starting May 15th.  For more information check out EDSBy or stop by the office for a form.

ATTENTON GRADUATING STUDENTS

This is a reminder to please hand in your community service hours to the main office as soon as possible.  Community service hours MUST be submitted to be awarded an Ontario Secondary School diploma and participate in the our graduation ceremonies.  Blank forms are available in the main office

BADMINTON PRACTICES

A reminder that Badminton Practices will be tonight Tuesday.

SPARTAN ADVISORY COUNCIL

There will be a Spartan Advisory Council meeting on Wednesday at lunchtime in the library.

SPRING FOOD DRIVE

Spartans we will be having a Spring Food Drive beginning next week. Donations will be collected in Homerooms from Monday March 27^th to April 6th. All donations will be going to the Northumberland Fare Share Food Bank.

KPR’s Annual Parent Conference is returning this fall as a hybrid event, where you can choose to attend in-person or online!

This year’s conference will focus on Building Skills and Resilience in a Supportive Environment of Risk-Taking, featuring keynote speaker Dr. Colin King.

Join us Saturday, October 15, 9:30am – 12:00pm at Adam Scott CVI, 175 Langton Street, Peterborough or virtually. For more information on this FREE event, and to register, please open the attachment or go to our website. 

Dear KPR Families,

With cooler temperatures starting to set in, I am looking forward to the many new beginnings and fun learning opportunities the fall season holds for students, staff and families. It has been inspiring to see the many ways our school communities have welcomed students and families back to school over the past few weeks, hosting open houses, parent/teacher nights, school assemblies, and special events. 

Tomorrow, September 30th is National Day for Truth and Reconciliation. This is a solemn day of remembrance, and a time to recognize the harm caused by residential schools, honour survivors and their families, and remember those who never returned home. Our school communities will be recognizing this day in age-appropriate ways, and engaging in discussion, reflection and learning that supports our collective journey towards reconciliation. 

As part of this observance, staff and students are invited to wear orange this Friday, and flags will be flown at half-mast at KPR schools and education centres from sunrise to sunset. 

It is important to remember that reconciliation does not focus on one day alone. Last year, KPR’s Indigenous Education team launched the Passport to Reconciliation program as a way for school communities to work together and actively engage in broad-based collective learning and action year-round. I urge everyone to learn more about the National Day for Truth and Reconciliation and consider how the tools in KPR’s Passport to Reconciliation program can further support this learning, and our broader commitment to Indigenous knowledge, culture and perspectives. I also invite you to reflect on the following #WeAreKPR story, that highlights some of the ways our students and staff have engaged in the program to date. Follow @KPRIndigenous on social media for more information and to access the Passport to Reconciliation program from home. 

Lastly, I’d like to share a reminder to visit KPR’s events calendar and follow @kprschools on social media for information on upcoming days of significance next month, including Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women and Girls and Two-Spirit Peoples (MMIWG2S) Honouring and Awareness Day on October 4, and Yom Kippur on October 5. 

Wishing everyone time for rest and reflection with your families. 

Sincerely,  

Rita Russo

Director of Education

KPR News

2022 Parent Conference 

Registration is now open for KPR’s Annual Parent Conference! Join us on Saturday, October 15, 9:30am – 12:00pm at Adam Scott CVI, 175 Langton Street, Peterborough or virtually. This year’s conference will focus on Building Skills and Resilience in a Supportive Environment of Risk-Taking, featuring keynote speaker Dr. Colin King. Attend in-person or online to learn about practical parent-led strategies that build resilience and hear from a panel of educators and professionals about how these skills can be supported at school and at home.

For more information about this FREE event, and to register, please visit our website. 

COVID-19 and Illness Protocol

To help maintain a healthy and safe school environment, we remind all staff, students, and visitors to self-screen daily before attending school, using the provincial screening tool. 

We are continuing to monitor daily absence trends and sharing this information with local public health units. For more information about COVID protocols, please see our Return to School Plan, which reflects the latest provincial guidance.

The learning focus for the month of October is Indigenous Film. To access weekly activities, reflection questions and resources to support your learning, visit the Passport to Reconciliation resource at the following link:

https://docs.google.com/presentation/d/e/2PACX-1vQaQrE0ELENw_FtCRpm12wEWmYMynbadKW1K7eOThVYjjO4KUM7nmzLy8SvfHDwGbqyoNB6Oz3nkgAE/pub?start=false&loop=false&delayms=3000&slide=id.g1592378e483_0_47 

Dear KPR Families, 

I’ve had the wonderful privilege of visiting many schools and classrooms over the past month. Witnessing, first-hand, the smiling faces of students and staff, I know it has been a busy, but successful start to the school year! In the spirit of Thanksgiving, I want to take a moment to express my gratitude to each and every one of you for making KPR an amazing place to learn and grow as a community. I hope that the long weekend allowed you an opportunity to rest and connect with your loved ones.

I’d also like to extend my appreciation to two very important, passionate members of our KPR community, Student Trustees Maria Mahfuz and Kelly Mitchell. If you have not had the opportunity to meet our Student Trustees yet, I am pleased to share an introduction in this week’s #WeAreKPR story. Their commitment to student advocacy and leadership is inspirational to us all!

As we look ahead to the end of the month, October 24 is Diwali. To everyone celebrating, may the festival of lights bring you joy and happiness. For more information on this important day celebrated by Hindu, Jain and Sikh communities worldwide, visit KPR’s events calendar and follow @kprschools on social media. 

Sincerely, 

Rita Russo, 

Director of Education

KPR NEWS

2022 Parent Conference

This Saturday, October 15th is KPR’s Annual Parent Conference! We look forward to having you join us for this FREE, hybrid event from 9:30am - 12:00pm at Adam Scott CVI, 175 Langton Street, Peterborough or virtually. 

This year’s conference will focus on Building Skills and Resilience in a Supportive Environment of Risk-Taking, featuring keynote speaker Dr. Colin King. To learn more, and to register, please visit our website. 

Labour Negotiations Update 

As many of you may know, there are ongoing labour negotiations with education sector staff across Ontario. Contracts have expired and are currently being bargained, as outlined in legislation, between the provincial government, unions, and the Ontario Public School Boards’ Association (OPSBA), which represents public school boards at the provincial table.

At the provincial level, the government and the trustees’ associations bargain central terms with teachers’ federations and education workers’ unions. These terms can include areas such as: wages, class sizes, benefits and sick leave. The provincial issues are ones that have the greatest monetary effect and they apply to all school boards across the province. Recently, you will have seen news that CUPE provincially has announced the result of a strike vote of its members and asked for a ‘No Board’ report as part of the bargaining process. CUPE represents educational support staff within our schools, and others within the province.

This does NOT mean that a strike or job action is going to occur or is happening soon. CUPE must provide significant notice of any possible labour disruption, which could include a work-to-rule, rotating or complete strike. To date, we have not been given notice of any impending strike activity.

We know that central negotiations are ongoing with this employee group and, like you, are hopeful of a resolution as soon as possible. We will continue to provide any further updates as they are known in the coming weeks. 

COVID-19 and Illness Protocol

To help maintain a healthy and safe school environment, we remind all students, staff and visitors to self-screen daily before attending school, using the provincial screening tool. 

While our schools continue to promote respectful and inclusive environments where everyone’s personal choice about wearing masks is respected, we encourage our students and staff to wear masks indoors at school, in accordance with current recommendations from our local public health partners. Parents and guardians can also find the most up-to-date information regarding community rates and recommendations through their local public health units:

Peterborough Public Health

Durham Region Health Department

Haliburton Kawartha Pine Ridge District Health Unit

Hastings Prince Edward Public Health

We continue to monitor daily absence trends and share this information with local public health units. For more information about COVID protocols, please see our Return to School Plan, which reflects the latest provincial guidance.

As always, we encourage everyone to please stay home when you are unwell, and use the provincial screening tool as a guide to when you should return to school.

Regional School Council Meetings 

• Clarington Regional School Council meetings are at Kirby Professional Learning Centre (Great Room) at 7:00pm on the following dates: October 26, November 23, January 25, February 22 and April 19.
• Northumberland/East Regional School Council meetings are at 6:30pm on the following dates: October 18, December 6, January 31, and April 11.
• Peterborough Regional School Council meetings are held virtually at 6:30pm on the following dates: October 18, December 6, January 31, and April 11.

Dear KPR Families, 

As the days get shorter, and schedules get busier, I want to take a minute to recognize a situation that may be a source of stress for many staff and families - the ongoing provincial negotiations with CUPE (Canadian Union of Public Employees). 

CUPE represents a large number of our education workers in KPR schools, including custodians, maintenance workers, clerical staff, educational workers, early childhood educators, and professional staff. CUPE staff in our schools are vital to students’ success, their safety and the effective functioning and operation of our schools and buildings each day. 

Please review the important information below in the news section, about the possibility of a full withdrawal of service, as early as late next week, if notice is received from CUPE.  

We recognize the valuable role of CUPE staff in supporting students, staff and schools. We continue to follow the provincial negotiations closely and, like you, remain hopeful that an agreement can be reached soon that will avert disruption to our students and families. 

As we move into November, KPR schools will once again recognize and celebrate November as Indigenous Peoples Awareness Month. As part of our ongoing commitment to championing Indigenous education, achievement and awareness, November was chosen because it includes several important dates, such as Treaties Recognition Week (Nov. 6-12), Rock Your Mocs Week (Nov. 14-20), Inuit Day (Nov. 7), Indigenous Veterans’ Day (Nov. 8), and Louis Riel Day (Nov. 16). While there is a dedicated focus during the month of November, this important learning takes place throughout the entire year for both students and staff. 

The Passport to Reconciliation program supports this important work and encourages staff and students to engage in learning focused on Indigenous knowledge, culture, perspective and history. The learning focus for the month of November is Treaties. Schools and classes will learn directly from authentic Indigenous voices, Indigenous Elders and Knowledge Keepers and then share their learning with others. All year long, the @KPRIndigenous account on Twitter shares valuable resources and reflections that can help us all to think deeply about reconciliation.

For more information about these and other significant days coming up in the next couple of weeks, please visit KPR’s online Events Calendar. 

Thank you,

Rita Russo,

Director of Education

KPR NEWS

CUPE Labour Negotiations Update

As you may know, CUPE will be in a legal strike position on Thursday, November 3, 2022. Strike actions can include a partial or full withdrawal of service. We are, of course, very concerned about this possibility and know that our staff and families share that concern.  

To assist staff and families in their planning, we are sharing today that IF a provincial agreement is not reached next week, and IF there is a full withdrawal of service by CUPE employees, our schools would be CLOSED to students.  

We appreciate that the potential of closing our schools is difficult news, and not a decision we make lightly, but the reality is that without CUPE education workers on-site, we could not ensure safe conditions for all our students. This course of action is based on the following considerations:  

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

School boards must be given five days’ notice of any possible strike action. If we receive notice from CUPE about pending strike action in the coming days, we will share further detailed information with all staff and families at that time.

2022 Parent Conference

KPR’s Parent Involvement Committee would like to thank all those who attended and contributed to this year’s Parent Conference - Building Skills and Resilience in a Supportive Environment of Risk-Taking. If you missed it, Dr. Colin King’s keynote address, the panel discussion and resources for families, are now available on our website. 

Ventilation Improvements

Student and staff well-being is our highest priority. With financial support from the federal and provincial governments for COVID-related safety improvements, all classrooms in KPR are serviced by either a stand-alone HEPA unit or a mechanical HVAC system. We continue to make ventilation improvements, including major projects at 10 elementary and secondary schools to replace older HVAC systems, and upgrades to the HVAC systems in 40 portables.

KPR’s Ministry Ventilation Report has a complete list of approved projects funded by federal and provincial grants.

Hello everyone,

Further to our CUPE Labour Negotiation Update on Friday, please find below the latest information on this issue:

• Yesterday, on Sunday, CUPE (Canadian Union of Public Employees) provided notice that if a provincial agreement is not reached during negotiations this week, they plan to begin a full withdrawal of service on Friday, November 4, 2022. 
• Today, the government of Ontario has introduced legislation that, if passed, would impose a new contract for CUPE workers, and is intended to prevent strike action.
• In response, CUPE has suggested that they may proceed to withdraw services on Friday, in protest of the legislation.

This is a rapidly evolving situation that we are following closely.  

We appreciate that this is a difficult situation, and we will continue to share further information with staff and families throughout the week once confirmed.

Dear KPR families, 

Please see below for the latest information on the provincial labour situation. 

The Canadian Union of Public Employees (CUPE) have announced that their members will not be at work on Friday, November 4, 2022, as part of a province-wide full withdrawal of service. 

IF this takes place, we will be unable to safely operate our schools for students, and all schools will be CLOSED to students on Friday, November 4, 2022.   

This is a rapidly evolving situation that we are following closely.  

We will provide confirmation to families on Thursday afternoon/evening, as soon as we are able, about school status for Friday, November 4, through School Messenger (direct email), website and social media platforms.  

We appreciate that the potential of closing our schools is difficult news, and not a decision that we make lightly, but without CUPE education workers on-site, we could not ensure our schools would be safe for all students. This course of action is based on supervision of students; medical support and care for all students; safe operation of water and sanitation systems, including required water flushing; conditions of school buildings and classrooms, and overall safety and security. 

Asynchronous Learning 

If schools are closed, teachers will provide asynchronous learning opportunities for students by sending materials home Thursday, or through their regular communication platforms (e.g., Edsby, Google, D2L). Students may complete this work any time on Friday. 

If the job action extends beyond Friday, information will be shared about a technology deployment plan. 

For students enrolled in our virtual schools, programming will proceed as usual on Friday. 

Child Care 

If schools are closed on Friday, child care centres will be permitted to remain open. Families should contact their child care operator directly for more information. 

Before and after school programs, early years centres and facility partner programs will be closed. 

Community Use of Schools/Permits 

If schools are closed on Friday, all school permits will be cancelled for the day. We will provide further information to community use groups about future permits.  

We sincerely appreciate your ongoing patience and understanding as we continue our planning in response to these provincial issues. 

If there are any positive developments between the province and CUPE that may avert Friday’s withdrawal of service, we will message families directly. This may include communications late into the night on Thursday - please check your emails regularly throughout the evening and watch for any developments reported by the media.   

KPR SCHOOLS CLOSED TO IN-PERSON LEARNING FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 4, 2022 

Dear KPR families, 

We have been monitoring the provincial labour situation closely today.  

The Canadian Union of Public Employees (CUPE) have announced that their members will participate in a province-wide full withdrawal of service tomorrow (Friday). 

As a result, ALL KPR schools will be CLOSED to students on Friday, November 4, 2022.   

We appreciate that this is difficult news, and not a decision that we make lightly, but without CUPE education workers on-site, we could not ensure our schools would be safe for all students.  

Student Learning 

Teachers will provide asynchronous learning opportunities for students. Work may have been sent home today, or it may be shared through regular communication platforms (e.g., Edsby, Google, D2L). Students may complete this work any time on Friday. 

For students enrolled in our virtual schools, programming will proceed as usual. 

If the job action extends beyond Friday, more information will be shared with families.  

Child Care 

Child care centres are permitted to remain open on Friday.  

Before and after school programs, early years centres and facility partner programs will be closed. 

Community Use of Schools Permits 

All school permits will be cancelled until further notice.  

We will continue to provide further updates in the coming days. 

SCHOOLS TO REMAIN CLOSED FOR DURATION OF CUPE FULL WITHDRAWAL OF SERVICE   

Dear KPR Families,   

Further to our note yesterday, and to support ongoing planning, we are confirming that KPR schools will remain closed to students throughout the province-wide full withdrawal of service by Canadian Union of Public Employees (CUPE). 

As we have shared, without our CUPE staff, we are unable to ensure our schools would be safe for students. As a result, schools will be CLOSED ON MONDAY, NOVEMBER 7, 2022. 

We will continue to monitor the situation and will provide an update if there is any change to this status. 

Student Learning  

As part of our ongoing planning, teachers will continue to provide remote asynchronous learning opportunities for students. Work will be shared through regular communication platforms (e.g., Edsby, Google, D2L).  

Student tasks will be a continuation of the learning that is ongoing in the classroom/subject area. These assigned tasks will be completed by students at their own pace.   

As schools become aware of individual family technology needs, we will seek to address those as best we are able. 

For students enrolled in our virtual schools, programming will proceed as usual.  

Child Care  

Child care centres will remain open. 

Before and after school programs, early years centres and facility partner programs will be closed.  

Community Use of Schools Permits  

All school permits are cancelled until further notice. 

We will continue to provide further updates in the coming days.  

Sincerely,  

Rita Russo, 
Director of Education 

KPR Schools to Re-open Tuesday, November 8

Dear KPR Families,

We appreciate that the last few days have been extremely challenging for everyone. We value and appreciate all CUPE staff, and the important work they do in our schools and workplaces. 

Today, the government has announced that it will repeal Bill 28. Following that, CUPE has announced that employees will return to work and end the withdrawal of service.

As a result, I am pleased to share that all KPR schools will be OPEN tomorrow (Tuesday, November 8). 

All previously scheduled school activities and events may resume, as schools return to normal operations on Tuesday.

Provincial negotiations will continue with both CUPE and the government returning to the negotiating table, and we are hopeful an agreement will be reached soon.

We continue to follow the negotiations closely and will provide timely updates for families.

We look forward to welcoming everyone back to school tomorrow. 

Thank you,

Rita Russo,

Director of Education

Dear KPR Families,

I want to begin my message this week from a place of gratitude. During Veterans’ Week, and on November 11, KPR students and staff honour all those who have served our country, and continue to serve, to protect freedom and peace within our own borders and around the world. We appreciate and honour the bravery and sacrifice of our fellow Canadians.

As time passes and fewer veterans are alive to share their stories, an important part of remembering is discussing this part of Canada’s history with students. We remember the victories and heavy losses during World War One, World War Two and the Korean War, and significant peacekeeping efforts in many places around the world. Canadian forces continue to have an important presence here in Canada, supporting people in times of floods, storms and other disasters, and we say thank you for these incredible efforts. 

On Indigenous Veterans’ Day, November 8, we specifically recognize the contributions of thousands of Indigenous people who served during times of war and peacekeeping. Indigenous veterans, along with many women and members of the 2SLGBTQIA+ community, bravely fought for and supported our country, while enduring many hardships due to unfair treatment and systemic barriers at home. We remember all those from our diverse society who have served our country.

Flags at all KPR schools and buildings will be lowered to half mast on November 11, from sunrise to sunset.

As Indigenous Peoples Awareness Month continues, our school communities are engaging in important learning and discussion about First Nation, Métis, and Inuit people. We all have so much more to learn, in support of reconciliation, and we invite families to access the activities and resources available through KPR’s monthly Passport to Reconciliation program. 

Please visit KPR’s Events Calendar for a list of upcoming significant dates, including Louis Riel Day and Rock Your Mocs week.

The last week has been a stressful one for many. As we near the weekend, I hope you have a chance for some rest and relaxation. Please continue to take good care of yourselves and each other. 

Rita Russo, 

Director of Education

KPR NEWS

Community Representatives - Parent Involvement Committee 

The Board is seeking three community members, with an interest in public education, to serve on its Parent Involvement Committee for a one-year term, effective November 28, 2022.

The Parent Involvement Committee works with parents, school councils and community partners to foster parental involvement and community engagement in support of student success. The non-parent Community Representatives on the committee serve in addition to three parent members from each region of the Board (Clarington, Northumberland-City of Quinte West/Murray Ward and Peterborough). The Parent Involvement Committee meets six times a year.

Candidates interested in serving in this volunteer position are invited to submit a letter of interest by 4:00 p.m. on November 23, 2022. More details and application information can be found on the Board website.

Grade 8 Information Nights

KPR secondary schools are hosting information nights for incoming Grade 8 students. We look forward to welcoming parents, guardians and Grade 8 students to learn more about the exciting programs and opportunities KPR has to offer! Dates and times of the Information Nights are available on our website.

Wednesday, November 16, 2022 

CUPE Negotiations Update   

Dear KPR Families, 

As the provincial negotiations process continues, these remain challenging days for our staff and families, with outcomes largely beyond our control. We appreciate your continued support and understanding as we move forward.  

Today, the Canadian Union of Public Employees (CUPE) have announced that their members will not be at work on Monday, November 21, 2022, as part of a province-wide full-withdrawal of service, if they are unable to reach a new collective agreement with the provincial government. 

IF this takes place, we will be unable to safely operate our schools for students, and all schools will be CLOSED to students on Monday, November 21, 2022.  

This is an evolving situation that we will continue to follow closely in the coming days.  

It is our understanding that negotiations are continuing, and we remain hopeful that an agreement can be reached soon that would avert the potential strike. 

We will provide confirmation to staff and families as soon as we are able, about school status for Monday, November 21, 2022. 

We appreciate that the potential of closing our schools is difficult news, and not a decision that we make lightly, but without CUPE education workers on-site, we could not ensure our schools would be safe for all students. This course of action is based on supervision of students; medical support and care for all students; safe operation of water and sanitation systems, including required water flushing; conditions of school buildings and classrooms, and overall safety and security. 

We are currently finalizing our learning plan for Monday, if needed, and will share further information with families in the coming days.  

For students enrolled in our virtual schools, programming will proceed as usual on Monday. 
 

Child Care 

If schools are closed on Monday, child care centres will be permitted to remain open. Families should contact their child care operator directly for more information. 

Before and after school programs, early years centres and facility partner programs will be closed. 

Community Use of Schools/Permits 

If schools are closed on Monday, all school permits will be cancelled for the day. We will provide further information to community use groups about future permits.  

We appreciate your patience and understanding as we continue our planning in response to these provincial issues. 

If there are any positive developments between the province and CUPE that may avert Monday’s announced withdrawal of service, we will message staff and families directly.  

This may include communications late into the night on Sunday - please check your emails regularly throughout the evening and watch for any developments reported by the media.    

Sincerely, 

Steve Russell                                               Rita Russo 

Chairperson                                                Director of Education 

KPR SCHOOLS MAY BE CLOSED TO IN-PERSON LEARNING MONDAY 

Dear KPR families, 

Further to our message earlier this week, and to support ongoing staff and family planning, we are confirming that CUPE (Canadian Union of Public Employees) has announced their members will participate in a province-wide full withdrawal of service on Monday, November 21, if a provincial agreement is not reached before then. 

If the withdrawal of service occurs, ALL KPR schools will be CLOSED to students on Monday, November 21, 2022.   

We appreciate that this is difficult news, but without CUPE education workers on-site, we could not ensure our schools would be safe for all students.  

Student Learning 

Teachers will provide remote learning opportunities for students on Monday as we prepare for synchronous learning beginning on Tuesday. Work may be sent home with students, or it may be shared through regular communication platforms (e.g., Edsby, Google, D2L). Students may complete this work any time on Monday. 

Synchronous (live/virtual) learning will begin on Tuesday if the situation remains unresolved. 

As schools become aware of individual family technology needs, we will seek to address those as best we are able. 

For students enrolled in our virtual schools, programming will proceed as usual. 

Child Care 

Child care centres are permitted to remain open on Monday.  

Before and after school programs, early years centres and facility partner programs will be closed. 

Community Use of Schools Permits 

All school permits will be cancelled for Monday evening if the full withdrawal of service takes place. If the withdrawal continues beyond Monday, permits will be cancelled until further notice.  

We continue to monitor this provincial situation closely and we understand that negotiations are continuing, with a deadline of 5:00pm on Sunday. We will provide an update at that time, and share further updates as new information becomes available. 

Steve Russell                                            Rita Russo  

Chairperson of the Board                        Director of Education 

Dear KPR families,

It’s been an incredibly difficult week for our KPR community and our thoughts remain with the Thomas A. Stewart students, staff and families, and all those in our schools and communities with connections to the MacHart (Hart & MacDonnell) family. So many people have been affected by this terrible tragedy and our hearts and minds are with all those who have been impacted. We continue to hold Rowghan MacHart in our thoughts as she remains in hospital.

As we approach December, there are a number of important days that support our work in creating safe, inclusive schools. I invite you to visit our Events Calendar to learn more.

Bullying Awareness and Prevention Week (November 20-26) is an opportunity to learn more about bullying and cyberbullying, and its effects on student learning and wellbeing. Bullying is a deliberate act that is persistent over time, with an intent to harm. When bullying is based on race, gender, creed, sexual orientation or other factors identified in the Ontario Human Rights Code, it is a form of discrimination. KPR schools are committed to providing safe, caring and restorative schools to support student learning, achievement and wellbeing. We encourage people to report all incidents of bullying as soon as possible to your school principal. KPR's online Report IT! Tool also continues to be available to students, staff and community. 

Today is the International Day for the Elimination of Violence Against Women and December 6 is the National Day of Remembrance and Action on Violence Against Women, in memory of the  14 young women killed at Polytechnique Montréal and the many others who were injured because of their gender. Many women, girls, 2SLGBTQIA+, and gender-diverse individuals in our communities continue to experience violence and discrimination. As an educational organization, we must confront issues of gender inequality in all the forms in which they are found. To acknowledge the National Day of Remembrance and Action on Violence Against Women KPR schools will join others across our country and lower our school flags on December 6.

On December 10, International Human Rights Day, we recognize the important work the KPR community has done to raise awareness, effect meaningful change and positively influence human rights movements. This is a day to celebrate the signing of the Universal Declaration of Human Rights in 1948, a day when we should all think about what human rights means to our daily lives. We know there is still much more to do, and we are committed to taking action in support of systemic change. KPR’s Commissioner's Office of Human Rights, Equity & Accessibility (COHREA) was established last year as a resource for all members of the Board community to be part of the human rights conversation. COHREA provides human rights education, information, assistance and advice in fostering and supporting an inclusive culture free of discrimination and harassment.

Thank you for your support of safe and inclusive school environments.

Rita Russo
Director of Education

KPR NEWS

Letter from the Chief Medical Officer of Health and Masking Recommendations

Due to an increase of respiratory illnesses, Ontario’s Chief Medical Officer of Health is strongly recommending masks for all indoor public settings, including schools and childcares. KPR schools are mask-friendly environments. Along with our local public health unit partners, we strongly encourage masking, while also respecting individual choice about wearing masks. Schools continue to have 3-ply masks available for students. Please use the screening tool, stay home when you are sick and clean your hands often to help keep everyone healthy.

This letter from Dr. Kieran Moore, Chief Medical Officer of Health, to Ontario parents and caregivers, shares some important information and reminders to help protect against the spread of respiratory infections. 

Parents Reaching Out GrantsAll school boards receive Parents Reaching Out grant funding annually from the provincial government to support parent involvement and to lead projects with a focus on the identification and removal of barriers that prevent parents and families from participating and engaging fully in their children's learning. School councils are encouraged to submit applications for projects that will engage parents and families in their communities. Applications should be submitted by December 23 to be eligible for funding. More information is available in the Parent section of KPR’s website.

IMPORTANT NOTICE FOR PARENTS: ALL KPR SCHOOLS AND BUILDINGS CLOSED FRIDAY, DECEMBER 23

As a result of the significant storm and extreme weather forecasted to develop over the course of this evening and tomorrow, (flash freezing, damaging winds, blizzard conditions) all KPR schools, buildings, and worksites, including Education Centres, are CLOSED Friday, December 23, to students and staff.

School-based child care programs (for infants, toddlers, and preschoolers) may choose to operate on Friday. Parents/Guardians should contact their individual child care providers for further information.                 

Dear KPR Families, 

As we have shared, as a result of the significant storm warnings and extreme weather forecasted, all KPR schools and buildings will be closed Friday - we encourage everyone to take steps to stay safe during the stormy weather over the next few days.

The end of the year is an opportunity to reflect on all of the special moments, learning, and memories of 2022. It has been heartwarming to see pictures and to hear stories from so many of our schools that have supported their communities this month by participating in charitable activities, such as food drives, writing letters and other acts of kindness. Many have also taken part in seasonal events and activities that have supported learning about the diverse celebrations, traditions, and spiritual significance of December. For those interested in learning more about these celebrations and upcoming days of significance in the new year, KPR’s Events Calendar is a great resource!

While our schools have been buzzing with excitement in anticipation of the holidays, we continue to remember that this time of year can be a hectic, stressful or difficult time for some of us. Keeping this in mind, I encourage students and families to find time over the holidays to rest and take care of yourselves and those around you. School Mental Health Ontario offers many valuable resources including a list of self-care tips over the winter break. Inspired by students and written for students, but certainly these strategies are relevant for us all! Please reach out to a friend, family member or colleague if you need support.

Whether you are celebrating Winter Solstice or Hanukkah this week, or Christmas or Kwanzaa in the days ahead, or you are simply looking forward to some quiet time - it is my hope that you will find many opportunities for all the things that bring you happiness. I extend my sincere wishes for a safe and enjoyable holiday and may 2023 be a year of good health, happiness and renewed energy for us all. 

Sincerely,

Rita Russo, 

Director of Education

KPR NEWS

Holiday Greeting from Minister of Education, Stephen Lecce

We have been asked to share the following holiday greeting video message from Minister of Education, Stephen Lecce. Minister of Education video message.  

Virtual School Registration 

This Friday, December 23 is the final day for families to contact their home schools to request to transfer to Virtual Elementary School (VES) or Virtual High School (VHS) for Term 2/Semester 2. 

The start date for any families requesting this change will be February 6, 2023.

In-person learning, which means learning face-to-face in school facilities, is the ideal learning model for students and the model we value at KPR. While our focus remains on having as many students as possible attend in-person, we also recognize that virtual learning is a preferred option for some families.

Students who are already registered for virtual school will remain registered there for the rest of the school year unless they request a transfer back to in-person learning. Should a VES/VHS student want to return to their home school, home schools will continue to accommodate these student/family requests.

COVID and Illness 

Over the Winter Break, families can find the most up-to-date information regarding COVID-19 and other respiratory illnesses, as well as current recommendations, through their local public health unit:

Peterborough Public Health

Durham Region Health Department

Haliburton Kawartha Pine Ridge District Health Unit

Hastings Prince Edward Public Health

Following the Winter Break, we will continue to remind all students, staff and visitors to self-screen daily before attending school, using the provincial screening tool to help maintain a healthy and safe school environment.

Dear KPR Families, 

It’s so wonderful to have our students and staff back together and engaged in the many daily activities that make KPR such a special place! 

As we get back into daily school and work routines this month, we want to continue to emphasize the importance of taking good care of our mental health. It’s important that we talk about, and keep talking about, mental health.  During the month of January, KPR will be talking and connecting about mental health and wellness using #KPRLetsConnect on social media. We also have specific resources available for students, including strategies and tips for talking, listening and connecting in support of good mental health.

As we begin to plan for next year, please let your friends and family know they can visit kprschools.ca to register for Kindergarten and to learn more about KPR’s awesome Kindergarten classrooms, where children, and their learning, are supported by caring, professional educator teams.

This month includes a number of significant events and observances, including Lunar New Year on January 22 and Family Literacy Day on January 27. Literacy is a foundational skill that affects all aspects of life, and opens up doors to many kinds of success. For more information about days of significance, please visit the KPR Events Calendar on our website.

I hope everyone has an enjoyable weekend. 

Rita Russo, 
Director of Education

KPR NEWS

2023-24 School Year Calendar

We invite KPR students, staff and families to provide feedback on the proposed 2023-24 school year calendar through an online survey by January 31. After we review the survey results, the calendar will be brought to the Board and submitted to the Ministry of Education for final approval. 

Kindergarten Registration

It’s Kindergarten registration time at Kawartha Pine Ridge District School Board. KPR schools offer warm, welcoming Kindergarten programs that stimulate and encourage children to reach their full potential. Visit kprschools.ca/kindergarten for online registration information and to learn more about KPR’s safe, inclusive classrooms, where children learn through play!  

OPSBA Award Nominations

Know an amazing trustee, teacher, education worker, student or community member who deserves to be recognized for making a difference in their local school or community?

Nominations for the 2023 Ontario Public School Boards Association (OPSBA) Awards are now open! The nomination form and more information about the awards can be accessed online.

Immunization Information

Due to the pandemic, some students are not up-to-date on all immunizations needed to ensure protection against vaccine-preventable diseases. If your student received an immunization reminder letter from your local public health unit, this means that they are overdue for immunizations required for school under the Immunization of School Pupils Act. 

Families can visit their local public health unit’s website for more details on how to update their records or where to access upcoming immunization clinics.

Durham Region Health Department

Haliburton, Kawartha, Pine Ridge District Health Unit 

Hastings Prince Edward Public Health

Peterborough Public Health 

Dear KPR Families,

On this very cold PA Day, and with the conclusion of secondary exams, I hope all students are enjoying an early start to the weekend. To families of secondary students who participated in exams and culminating activities, we know this can be a stressful time and we thank you for your support of students.

The Education Act requires the Director of Education to produce an annual report to identify the actions of the board during the previous year. It is also an opportunity to highlight the great work that happens daily in our schools and buildings. With the 2022 Annual Report, I am very proud to share a sampling of the incredible accomplishments of our students and staff - engaged and excelling in learning, inspiring each other to succeed in life, and enriching our communities. Please take a moment to read and watch some of these wonderful stories that make KPR such a special place.

February is Black History Month, a time for celebration and recognition of the achievements, contributions and lived experiences of Black Canadians and their communities. In our learning this month and beyond, we recognize the value of celebrating Black history every day. Throughout the month of February, KPR will be highlighting resources to support learning and growth. For example, learn more about Rosemary Brown, who was the first Black woman to be elected as a member of the provincial legislature in Canada. During Black History Month, and every month, we continue the important work of being culturally relevant and responsive in our schools and classrooms. 

For information about upcoming days of significance this month, please visit KPR’s Events Calendar.

Stay warm everyone!

Rita Russo
Director of Education

KPR NEWS

Students in Grades 9-12 are invited to register for the LEAP ZONE Student Entrepreneurship @KPRDSB Club. This club will offer four live virtual after-school sessions with the Innovation Cluster to help students leap out of their comfort zone and into an entrepreneurial experience. Sessions on Ideation and Creativity, Business Basics, and Marketing and Brand Development will help shape the thinking of our young entrepreneurs and will culminate in a regional event of celebration and networking. 

Selected students will then represent KPRDSB at an Ontario-Wide Showcase and Networking Event. 

More information and registration is available on our website.

Kindergarten Registration

It’s Kindergarten registration time at Kawartha Pine Ridge District School Board. KPR schools offer warm, welcoming Kindergarten programs that stimulate and encourage children to reach their full potential. Visit kprschools.ca/kindergarten for online registration information and to learn more about KPR’s safe, inclusive classrooms, where children learn through play!  

OPSBA Award Nominations

Know an amazing trustee, teacher, education worker, student or community member who deserves to be recognized for making a difference in their local school or community?

Nominations for the 2023 Ontario Public School Boards Association (OPSBA) Awards are now open! The nomination form and more information about the awards can be accessed online.

The learning focus for the month of February is Art. To access weekly activities, reflection questions and resources to support your learning, visit the resource at the following link: 

https://docs.google.com/presentation/d/1v22iqTRGDqxdCy3ZmBQrkgbnnvsYiu-J9hNz0pICR_M/edit#slide=id.g1fe7c8a9daf_0_15

Dear KPR Families,

I know you join me in continuing to hold close in our thoughts and hearts all those affected by the devastating earthquakes in Turkey and Syria. We know that we have many students, staff and families in our communities who have friends and loved ones impacted by this disaster. Recognizing that these events can affect students in different ways, if your child needs support, please reach out to your teacher or school principal and they will help arrange for support and resources. 

As we continue to highlight Black excellence in our schools this month, students are learning about many people who have made significant contributions to Canadian history and culture. The Ontario Black History Society is dedicated to the study, preservation and promotion of Black history and heritage with educational resources that celebrate the contributions of the Black community in Ontario and Canada. In particular, Black women have shaped their own identities while advocating for change - creating and leading important organizations that have advanced equity and human rights. Learn more about the legacy and impact of these women and organizations.

February 22 is #PinkShirtDay, when we wear pink to stand up against bullying. It’s also a time to celebrate our differences while promoting kindness and compassion to ensure our schools continue to be safe and inclusive places for everyone. It’s important that we stand up against bullying every day, all year long. Throughout Canada, the third week of February is also known as Kindness Week, an occasion that many of our schools are celebrating with acts of kindness in their schools and communities.

For more information about upcoming days of significance, please visit the Events Calendar on our website.

Wishing everyone a safe and enjoyable  Family Day weekend! 

Sincerely,

Rita Russo
Director of Education

KPR News

OYAP Virtual Information Night

KPR is hosting a virtual information session on March 1st from 6:30pm – 8:00pm for students in Grades 9-11 to learn about apprenticeship opportunities, including the Ontario Youth Apprenticeship Program (OYAP). More information and registration is available on our website. 

Secondary School Report Cards

Semester One report cards are now available under students’ profiles on Edsby. Report cards can be accessed on any computer or mobile device with Internet access. If you cannot access the report card, a copy may be requested from the school office.

Kindergarten Registration

Kindergarten registration is continuing! Families are encouraged to register early to begin a successful school journey and to support school level planning. KPR schools offer warm, welcoming Kindergarten programs that stimulate and encourage children to reach their full potential. Visit kprschools.ca/kindergarten for online registration information and to learn more about KPR’s safe, inclusive classrooms, where children learn through play!  

School Screening Tool Update

There have been minor updates to the School and Child Care Screening Tool, to align with current Ministry of Health recommendations. We continue to ask that all students and staff use the screening tool regularly and stay home when it is advised. Thank you for your help in keeping schools healthy and safe.

Dear KPR Families, 

It’s been wonderful to see students participating in a wide variety of winter activities these past few weeks, exploring the outdoors in school yards and KPR’s Outdoor Education Centres. Thank you to our staff and many volunteers who have been supporting these experiential learning opportunities, and a special thank you to custodians for keeping schools clean and safe during the messy winter weather!

Although Black History Month has come to an end, our learning and recognition of Black excellence, communities, histories, and cultures will continue far beyond this month. Over the past several weeks, our schools and classrooms have centered Black voices and lived-experiences in many different ways – some of which included inviting guest speakers, classroom lessons,  art projects, and engaging with resources and materials shared through KPR’s social media throughout the month.

As we reflect on this learning, it is important to consider how we can reframe our perspective on this month-long observance, and commit to continuing anti-racist practices and highlighting Black excellence year-round. 

The Month of March is full of important dates of significance, like International Women’s Day, International Day for the Elimination of Racial Discrimination and International Transgender Day of Visibility, to name just a few. We will continue to share information via our social media channels, to help support our collective learning and continue to foster inclusive, welcoming environments for students, staff and families. Information about upcoming days can also be found on our website’s Events Calendar.

Wishing everyone a restful weekend. 

Sincerely,

Rita Russo,
Director of Education

KPR NEWS

Regional Kindergarten Information Sessions

Families of Kindergarten students starting school this September are invited to attend one of KPR’s upcoming regional information sessions! The sessions will provide an overview of the Kindergarten program and an opportunity for parents and caregivers to ask questions, connect with community partners, and tour a classroom. For more information, including dates, times and registration details, please visit our website. 

2023-24 School Year Calendar

At the Board meeting earlier this week, the draft 2023-2024 School Year Calendar was approved. It will now be submitted to the Ministry of Education for final approval.

Highlights of the approved calendar include:

• 1st day of classes – Tuesday, September 5, 2023
• Last day of classes – Thursday, June 27, 2024
• Winter Break – Monday, December 25, 2023 (Friday, December 22, 2023 will be the last day of school) through to Friday, January 5, 2024 (Monday, January 8, 2024 will be the first day of classes)
• March Break – (March 8 to March 15, 2024)

For a full listing of key calendar dates, including PA Days and secondary exams, please visit our website.

The learning focus for the month of March is Language. To access weekly activities, reflection questions and resources to support your learning, visit the resource at the following link: https://docs.google.com/presentation/d/1_WEjFvtF76GWWFuDltzLuiyFBbOzBQT1ucPsl4SglBE/present?slide=id.g2136aad7f6c_0_0