reminders for the week of May 6-10th

Hello Families!
For the month of May, we are learning about the Character Trait Perseverance.  We will stick to a goal and finish what we started even if no one is watching!  We are now reading to self for a stamina of 13 minutes!  Keep up the daily reading!
Here are some reminders for our upcoming week:
1) Monday is Day 1 of our cycle and it's Library
2) We will be celebrating our Wellness Day school wide on Tuesday, May 7.  We will be engaging in various activities throughout the day around 'Wellness'
3) We will have our Jump Rope for Heart kick off on May 9.  Look for the Heart and Stroke Fundraiser envelope next week.
4) SAVE THE DATE:  Our Hansen Palooza is on Friday, June 14 and if you have any items for the Silent Auction, any donations would be appreciated.  An email blast went out last week regarding this. 
5) Grade One's went home with a Trip form for Willowgrove Farm on June 17.  Please fill out the second sheet and send back to school as soon as possible.  All payments are made on school cash on line.  If you can assist with the trip that day, we would LOVE to have you with us.  We have spots for 2 parent helpers.  Please make sure that you have an up to date Vulnerable Sector Screening that is submitted to the office.  You can speak to any secretary to assist you with this.
Have a wonderful weekend with your children!
Mrs. Petramala

reminders for the week of April 29-May 3

Hello Families!
We have an exciting week ahead of us.  We have the opportunity to see the Scholastic Book Fair on Monday, April 29 from 12:20-12:40.  The Book Fair runs all week at Rick Hansen in the Learning Commons.

Another great event happening at our school is a play put on by students in Grade 4-8 called "Into the Woods Jr". - a twisted play about fairy tales

When: Wednesday May 1st and Thursday May 2nd at 6:30pm.

Tickets are FREE!!!
Come out and support the students at Rick Hansen Public school!

Here are some other reminders for the upcoming week.
1) Monday is Day 1 of our cycle.  It is also Library Day.
2) MWW Worksheets will be due on Friday
3) Assessment Folders went home today.  Please look over with your child and return on Monday
4) Please have your child dress appropriately for the weather, we are outside for 2 recesses weather permitting. :)
5) If you are dropping off lunch for your child, please make sure it is at the school by 1 pm.  Thank you!
6) Wednesday May 1 is WALK TO SCHOOL DAY and CRAZY HAIR DAY TOO!
If you have any questions or concerns, please do not hesitate to call or ask.  Have a wonderful weekend with your children.
Mrs. Petramala

Reminders for the week of Apr.23-26

Please note that there is no school of Friday, April 19 and Monday, April 22.  School will resume on Tuesday, April 23.
1) Tuesday is Day 2 of our cycle
2) Our Poetry Folder went home this weekend.  It is due on Tuesday.
3) Earth Day is April 22 - We have been learning how to take care of our Earth and things we can do at school and at home to help our environment.  Please take a moment on Monday to discuss with your child their feelings and thoughts about making our Earth healthy.
4) Popcorn is sold every Tuesday and Thursday for $!
5) Please speak to your child about likes and dislikes about their snacks and lunches.  Some bought lunches through school services they do not like.  I always encourage them to talk with you and try what is given. 
6) If you are doing some Spring cleaning please consider donating gently used clothes and shoes you do not need anymore to the Grade 8 Give Back Program.  Thank you for you support with this.   It is greatly appreciated!
As always if you have any questions or concerns, please do not hesitate to call or ask. 
Wishing you a very HOPPY weekend! :)
Mrs. Petramala

Reminders for the week of April 15-18

Hello Families!
Please remember that there is no school on Friday, April 19, it is Good Friday.  Also, please note that there will be no MWW Words this week, since it's a short week...:)
1) Monday is Day 3 of our cycle
2) Library is on Thursday Day 1.  Keep up the reading.  We have grown so much and are making leaps and bounds with our comprehension, reading levels and expression!  I am so proud of all of them!
3) Popcorn is sold for $1 on Tuesday and Thursday
4) Please have your child dress for the weather, it seems to change daily.  Spring cannot make up it's mind!
5) The Grade 8's are still collecting gently used clothing and shoes for their Give Back program.  Thank you for all who have contributed to this!  Your generosity is greatly appreciated!  This program runs until May long weekend.
If you have any questions or concerns, please do not hesitate to call or ask.  Have a wonderful weekend with your children!
Mrs. Petramala

Reminders for the week of April 8-12

Hello Families:
Thank you for all those who have contributed to the Grade 8 Give Back Program.  Your generosity is very much appreciated.  Please remember that all donations of gently used clothes and shoes are welcomed until May long weekend. 
Here are some reminders for our upcoming week.
1) Monday is Day 3 of our cycle
2) Wednesday April 10th  is International Day to WEAR PINK. 
3) Our Poetry Folder went home today.  Please have fun with your children doing an outdoor activity.  The assignment is due on Monday
4) Our Library Day exchange will be on Day 2 (Friday) next week.  We should be aiming to read for at least 10-20 minutes everyday. 
Have a wonderful weekend with your children!
Mrs. Petramala