A Comet Communication
Calvin Park Public School - November 27th, 2022
Ushering in December
As always, this week will be packed with terrific opportunities for our students. Our girls' volleyball team will be away at a tournament tomorrow, the boys' team will be away on Tuesday, all students will watch LCVI students perform Mamma Mia on Wednesday, and on Thursday we will be showing a World Cup match. Not to mention, academics, clubs, and more will be in full swing!
Vex Robotics On Hold This Week
Calvin Park Clothing
Inclement Weather
In addition, students should dress appropriately for outdoor recess - we go outside even if it is snowing. If your child needs a winter coat, a toque, or boots, but does not have access to winter gear, please contact your student's teacher or call the office. We will try our best to help out. :)
Mamma Mia! Musical
On Wednesday, November 30th, Calvin Park PS students will be attending a morning showing of “Mamma Mia!”, a musical production starring LCVI students. This performance is approximately two hours in duration, and the cost for Calvin Park PS students is $2 each. Please hand in $2 to your teacher by Tuesday, November 29th.
If you would like to come and see the show outside of the Calvin Park PS viewing, tickets are now on sale. Evening performance dates are December 1, 2, and 3 in the LCVI Cafetorium. Tickets may be purchased for $15 in the LCVI main office during the first 20 minutes of lunch, or email Marie in the main office (pepinm@limestone.on.ca). You won’t want to miss this incredible production!
Welcome Potluck for Newcomer Families - Dec. 9th
Are you new to Canada, or would you like to show your support for newcomers at our school? If so, you are invited to the Welcome Potluck for Newcomer Families on Friday, December 9th from 4:00 – 6:00 pm at LCVI/Calvin Park in the Cafetorium. This event is for the whole family. It will be a “potluck,” which means that everyone brings some food to share. Please see poster with more details: Welcome Potluck for Newcomer Families Invitation 2022-12-09.pdf
Please come on out and support our amazing newcomer families! Welcome to Calvin Park PS, everyone!
Mental Health Support
There are many community organizations, including The Maltby Centre, that offer a variety of resources to support students and families. The Maltby Centre (https://maltbycentre.ca/) provides mental health and autism services to children and youth, and works with clients in schools, homes, and other locations.
Other supports include:
MS Teams Virtual Tutoring
Virtual tutoring for LDSB students in Grade 1-10 is available through MS Teams from 4:00 to 6:00 pm on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday until December 15, 2022.
Tutoring will not be available on PA Days or holidays.
**Students must be logged in their Limestone Microsoft account to participate**
Grade 7-10 Homework Help
Order Your Yearbook Now
Here is the QR code link to a slide show with step-by-step instructions for families to order yearbooks. Scan the code with your phone and place an order today. You can also click here to access the instructions. Don't forget to add your child's name to your order, so we can deliver the yearbooks to the correct students :)
If you need help, please click the help button in the bottom right corner. If that doesn't help, email mccanne@limestone.on.ca, and the yearbook club can help.
**Due Wednesday** Design the Yearbook Cover!
Feeling artsy? We are looking for artistic submissions for the cover of our yearbook, Comets! Do you think you have the perfect design for the cover of Calvin’s 2022/23 Yearbook? If you are interested in creating a cover design then pick up the outline of specific expectations from the club board or see Ms. McCann for more info. Submissions are due to Ms. McCann and the Yearbook committee by Nov 30th. Happy creating!
Upcoming Dates of Significance
We look forward to recognizing, celebrating, honouring, and hosting many events this year. Please add the following dates to your calendar, and let us know if your family celebrates a holiday that is not listed.
This Week:
Please check the Activities Board for additional team tryouts and practices.
- November 28th - December 3rd: LCVI showcases Mamma Mia!
- Monday, November 28th: Girls' Volleyball Tournament at Queen's University; GSA Club during first break
- Tuesday, November 29th: Boys' Volleyball Team A Tournament; Gould Lake presentations in the gym; Robotics
- Wednesday, November 30th: Calvin Park students attend Mamma Mia matinee $2; Robotics; Yearbook Club; Cover designs for the yearbook are due today!
- Thursday, December 1st: World Cup Viewing Event in the Cafeteria; Robotics
- Friday, December 2nd: Social Justice Club during first break
- Saturday, December 3rd: Lego Robotics Team Competition; International Day of Persons with Disabilities
Later:
- December 6th: National Day of Remembrance and Action on Violence Against Women
- December 8th: Bodhi Day
- December 9th: Welcome Potluck for Newcomers
- December 13th and 14th: Calvin Park Coffee House
- December 18th: Hanukkah starts
- December 22nd: Last day of school before Winter Break
- December 23rd - January 8th: Winter Break
- December 25th: Christmas
- December 26th: Kwanzaa