Items in this update:

• Welcome Back!
• Drop Off and Pick Up Reminders
• School Bus Safety Rules
• New Electronic Use Policy - Away for the Day
• Subscribe to Commercial Messages
• Important Dates 

Welcome Back

What an incredible start to the school year!  The positive energy was tangible throughout the building over the first two days of school.  I would like to take this opportunity to thank teachers for their diligent planning to help returning and new students feel welcomed and excited about the school year. We would like to thank parents as well for their patience and understanding as we support all students in their transitions during the back to school routine.

Drop Off and Pick Up Reminders

A reminder to parents that we have designated bus zones in front of the school and we need to have these clear for our buses.  We have a specific Drop off zone for 1 minute maximum for parents.  The staff parking lot is reserved for our employees, no parent drop off or parking please. We thank you for your understanding and support.

School Bus Safety Rules

A reminder to all students who ride the bus to follow the expectations around acceptable student behaviour and expectations.  Drivers have reviewed these expectations with all bus students on the first day of school.  A complete list of expectations can be found on our Website under Busing and Bus Conduct.

New Electronic Use Policy - Away for the Day

Mayland Heights School supports students with our new electronic use policy by asking students to put their devices (cell phones and smart watches) “away for the day”. Research shows that children do better with phones away during school hours. When supported with putting their phones away, students are more engaged socially and academically and students are supported in developing a sense of community.

As this policy is new students will have reminders to adjust to this policy.  If you need to contact your child during instructional time, please contact the office and we will contact your child.

Subscribe to Commercial Messages

Do you want to receive information via email about Healthy Hunger, fundraisers and other commercial content?  To ensure you receive these emails from us, you must subscribe to the service. If you need help, please contact the office.

 

Important Dates

Sept 4 - Labour Day - School closed

Sept 22 - Non-instruction day - Professional Development for teachers

Sept 18 - Orange Shirt Day for Truth and Reconciliation

Sept 29 - National Day for Truth and Reconciliation (Day in lieu of Sept 30th) School closed