Learning Together, Friends Forever. 同窗四季，挚友一生
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- Grade 4 Learning Celebration
- A Message on Behalf of School Council and Parent Association
Our Grade 4 students led a fantastic learning celebration earlier today focussing on Spirit – To Be with a connection to our school-wide theme “We Belong”. Thank you to all students and staff for your leadership in sharing your learning with the school community. You gave great examples of ways to spread the spirit of belonging, through your storytelling and performance. You were amazing!
Thank you to all families who have supported our messaging about reducing congestion along Varsity Drive during drop off and pick-up times as well as near our main entry and exit points. A reminder that we ask school families to use the sidewalks and crosswalks, and avoid the parking lot when walking up to the school with children. If using the hug and go, we also ask that cars avoid parking in this area and instead use it as a space where you can give your child a quick hug and a kiss before sending them towards the doors. This way you can then open up a space for other families to do the same with hopes of maintaining the flow of traffic. If you prefer to walk your child to the doors, we ask that you park in a space that is not designated as a quick loading/unloading space. Some great options include the opposite side of Varsity Drive from the school, or a nearby side street. We thank you for your support in choosing safety over convenience and in supporting a smooth drop off and pick up for all families.
*A reminder that there is no school on Monday, October 14 due to Thanksgiving Day. School resumes Tuesday, October 15, 2024.
A Message on behalf of School Council / Parent Association
School Apparel
Parent Association has exciting news. We are selling Marion Carson School apparel. Clothing items were out on display at the School Council table during School Conferences. They are now up in the front display case near the main office. Deadline to order is October 15, 2024 at 11:59pm, with orders expected to arrive at the school within 4 weeks. Orders will be sent home with your child upon arrival. They were modelled today at our learning celebration as a way to spread the word
See the Apparel or Place Your Order Here.
Hallowe’en Dance – October 24, 2024 (5:30pm – 7:30pm)
Get your tickets for our Hallowe’en Dance! Secure your spot at the dance by buying your tickets online before October 24 at 12pm noon, or before they sell out (please note that due to fire safety regulations, we do have a capacity limit on this event and if sold out, then walk ups will not be permitted). Click below to buy your tickets and review the Frequently Asked Questions section about this event. Cash only concessions will be available for purchase while at the dance.
Click Here for the Event Flyer and Buy Your Tickets Here
Volunteer Signup for Halloween Dance! Events like this are made possible by volunteers! Please consider sparing some time while your children dance the night away, and connect with other school parents! Or sign up with a friend! Sign-Up to Volunteer at the Dance Here
School Council / Parent Association Meeting
School Council has invited MLA Dr. Luanne Metz, and Trustee Charlene May to our upcoming meeting. We hope you consider joining us on Tuesday, October 15, 2024 at 6:30pm. Meeting minutes and upcoming agendas are posted to our school website here once finalized.
Sincerely,
Mr. Dustin Turner
Principal, Marion Carson School
Important Dates:
Oct. 14: Thanksgiving Day – no school
Oct. 15: School Council and Parent Association Meeting (6:30pm)
Oct. 15: School Apparel Order Deadline (Order Here)
Oct. 17: Fun Lunch - Mary Brown’s (Order Here)
Oct. 21-25: Take Me Outside Week
Oct. 23: Take Me Outside Day at MC
Oct. 22: Davison Orchards Apple Fundraiser Pick-up (4pm-6pm in staff parking lot)
Oct. 24: Hallowe’en Dance from 5:30pm – 7:30pm (buy tickets here)
Oct. 25: Non-Instructional Day – No School for Students
Oct. 29: Photo Retakes
Oct. 31: Hallowe’en Based Learning Activities
Nov. 7: Remembrance Day Assembly
Nov. 8: Non-Instructional Day – No School for Students
Nov. 8-13: Fall Break – No School for Students