P.O. Box 787
259 Jane St
Eganville , ON
K0J 1T0
Phone 613-628-2606
Fax 613-628-1964
PRINCIPAL’S MESSAGE
While the number of school days is
quickly coming to an end for this school
year, these last two months will be
extremely busy at EDPS. Our
Kindergarten Mother’s Day Tea, class
trips, Grade 8 graduation, the School
Council Fun Fair, track and field and
Grade 3 and 6 EQAO are some of the
upcoming events! All grade 3 and 6
students will be taking part in the annual
EQAO assessment of language and
mathematics. This will take place
between May 25 and June 5th. During
this time we will be doing our best to
avoid any interruptions during class time
so that our students can focus and do
their best on their tests. We ask that
parents of Grade 3 and 6 students avoid
making any appointments during this
time and that students are well rested
and have had a healthy breakfast before
coming to school. Snacks will be
available to students on the mornings
that they are writing EQAO. Please
check with your child’s teacher if you
have any questions in regards to specific
times and dates that your child will be
writing EQAO. Thank you very much for
your support!
Don’t forget to check out our school’s
web site at www.egn.rcdsb.on.ca for up
to date information about what is going
on at EDPS. Happy Spring!
Thank you.
Krista Recoskie
Principal
FRIENDLY REMINDER
When you visit our school please remember that all visitors, including parents and guardians MUST sign in at the
office. We are also requesting that parents do not go down
to their child’s classroom unless this has been previously
arranged with the classroom teacher.
We thank you for your cooperation in advance.
Please remember:
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The start of the day is 9:05 a.m., there is
no school supervision prior to this time
To call the school prior to 9:25 a.m. if
your child will be absent
Students being picked up early require
a note or a phone call to the school
Dismissal is at 3:45 p.m., if you arrive
early please wait in the foyer
Anaphylactic Allergies and Medical Perils are in this school, please be mindful
of others
Lockdown Practices will be carried out
throughout the school year
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Family Games Night A Great Success!
Many thanks to the families who came out for our final games
night of the year. Families enjoyed playing mathematical games
with each other, ate pizza, and had a wonderful evening. The
children especially loved stacking cups into towers and castles!
Many thanks to the teachers who came out to support the evening as well. Your time was appreciated by our families.
See you again in the Fall!
Pizza Day is May 27th
Forms will be sent home May 14th and are due back to the office by 10:00 a.m.
May 22nd. Late orders will not be accepted. Please submit one order per student
per envelope. If you require cash envelopes please contact the office.
DAILY MILK PROGRAM
Milk for the month of May is $11.40. Please
send cheque, cash, or pay online.
Please return the milk form indicating the
choice of milk and how the order was paid.
History of Victoria Day
EDPS SPRING CONCERT
Our Spring Concert will be held May 12th at 12:15
p.m. The following classes will be performing: 2,
3, 4/5, 5/6, 6, 8, and several 6/7 ensembles.
Victoria Day was first celebrated as the birthday of Queen Victoria
of United Kingdom. She was born on May 24, 1819. Queen Victoria
ruled from 1837 to 1901. When she became queen she was only
18 years old.
It was during Queen Victoria's reign that Canada began to celebrate the monarch's birthday. The 24th of May became an official
holiday in 1845. In 1952 the day was moved to the Monday preceding May 25th.
It is said that Queen Victoria started the trend of women getting
married in white wedding dresses.
The birthday of King Edward was celebrated on Victoria Day even
though he was born on November 9.
Canada is the only country that celebrates this day.
DRESSING FOR THE WEATHER
The weather this time of year can be very unpredictable! Please remind
your child to dress appropriately for our spring weather conditions.
Dressing in layers, wearing rubber boots, and having mitts and a hat will
help your child stay warm and dry. It would also be much appreciated if you
could send your child with an extra set of dry clothing, including socks, so
that they have something dry to change into should they need it. Thank
you!
O.P.P. VULNERABLE SECTOR CHECKS
Pursuant to Board Policy and in light of changes to the Criminal Reference Act, all parent volunteers
are required to complete an application for a vulnerable sector check. This application process is
free, so please come into the school to complete the form. You are asked to provide two specified pieces of
identification for the process, one being a picture identification. With end of year class trips quickly approaching,
you are encouraged to do this as soon as possible, as it can take anywhere from 2-3 weeks for the paperwork to
be processed.
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STUDENT SUCCESS AT EDPS:
Violet Harris participated in the Regional Science fair in Petawawa on April 11. She presented a project on genetics. This
project was also presented to our school at our school's science fair. Her presentation of the subject matter and the depth of
her project won her the top award of the Regional Science Fair for Grade 7. She is invited to attend the Canada Wide Science
Fair this spring in New Brunswick. Great Job, Violet!!!!
Owen Schism has won first in all levels of Royal Canadian Legion speaking contests, and moves on to the provincial competition in Sault. Ste Marie in May. Way to go, Owen!
Myia Resmer also won an award of $100 at the Regional science fair for her project on pop can furnace. This award was
given by Ontario Power Generation. Great work, Myia!
BADMINTON TOURNAMENT
The grade 7 badminton team tournament took place at Opeongo High School on Friday April 24. The players had a great day of competition, demonstrating their sportsmanship, skill, knowledge of the game and self-advocacy all day long. CONGRATULATIONS TO ALL!!
Team members were:
Boys singles: Lucas Z & Brayden P
Girls singles: Brianna Z & Tashina H
Boys doubles: Josh S & Karter K / Keifer J & Ethan F
Girls doubles: Paige R & Julia K / Emily R & Emma L
Mixed doubles: Eve S & Doug W / Erin M & Luke S
Josh & Karter finished 1st
Eve & Doug finished 1st
Paige & Julia finished 3rd
Erin & Luke finished 3rd
JUMP ROPE FOR HEART & HOOPS FOR HEART
Our school is excited to announce that we are taking part in the Heart and Stroke Foundation’s
Jump Rope for Heart program.
Our Heart & Stroke Jump Rope for Heart Event Day is on MAY 14th
ALL PLEDGE FORMS MUST BE RETURNED BY MAY 14th
This year, the program will also feature simple challenges that teach kids the benefits of being
active and eating healthy. It’s a fun way for the whole family to learn how to live long, healthy
lives. Support your child in this exciting journey and fundraise for a great cause!
Students can also fundraise online at JumpRopeForHeart.ca! Sponsors donating online will
receive an automatic tax receipt.
For more information on Heart & Stroke Jump Rope for Heart, please visit JumpRopeForHeart.ca.
Register www.jumpropeforheart.ca Your Jump activity book explains how to do this. It’s an easy way to raise money
and earn great bonus prizes!
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PARENT COUNCIL MEETING
The next meeting on Wednesday May 13th,
6:30—8:30 p.m., discussions include the
School Fair .
EDPS SCHOOL COUNCIL FUNDRAISER INFORMATION
Don’t forget to purchase your Logos Land, Oaks of Cobden & White Water Zip
Line passes.
Completed order forms are due by Wed. May 27th, including all monies/cheques
collected.
The class with the highest sales wins a pizza party for the entire class!
FROM OUR COMMUNITY
BONNECHERE UNION PUBLIC LIBRARY
Saturday May 2nd @ 11 am: Kids' Korner Workshop
This month we are featuring local artist Margaret Stuart. Registration is
appreciated 613-628-2400
Friday May 8th @ 6 pm: Special after hours Meditation Chat
Patricia Tamosetis, Therapeutic Touch Recognized Practitioner/Teacher,
will be hosting a special after-hours meditation chat. Join us and learn
about the benefits of meditation.
Saturday May 9th @ 11 am: Special Mother's day 'Story & a Craft'
Thursday May 14th @ 5 pm: Pokemon Party!
Play, trade and hang out with other Pokemon lovers!
Bonnechere Union Public Library also has regular weekly programming:
Tuesdays- Baby Time @ 10:30 am and Toddler Time @ 11 am
Wednesdays- Teen Night (ages 12-18) @ 5 pm
Thursdays- Gaming Hour @ 4 pm
Fridays- Home School Relief Program (registration required)
Saturdays- Story & a Craft @ 11 am
DAGENAIS DANCE RECITAL
At EDPS May 29th 6:00 p.m till
10:30 p.m in the Large Gym
ST. JOHN AMBULANCE BABYSITTER’S COURSE
St. John’s Ambulance is holding a Babysitter’s course on
May 30th at 470 O’Brien Rd, Renfrew. This course is for
youth ages 10+, it teaches them safety tips on staying
home alone, babysitting responsibilities and first aid tips.
For further information please call 613-735-0772.
THE ANNUAL ORAL HEALTH MONTH POSTER CONTEST
Sponsored by the Renfrew County Dental Society
Open to participants from Kindergarten to grade Eight
Design a poster about how to take care of your teeth and gums and
you could win!
25 Winners will be selected to receive a prize of $50 !!!!
Requirements:
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Your poster should be on Bristol board or poster sized paper
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You must include your name, grade, phone number and
RCDS/Dentist name on the BACK of your poster
Just drop your poster off to your local Renfrew County dental office
before May 11th , and you could be a winner!!!!
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Wabigon Kizis 2015
May 2015
Sun
Mon
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Wed
Thu
Dates to
Remember
May 4th—8th
Mental Health Week
May 8th
Kinder Tea
May 10th
Mother’s Day
May 12th
Spring Concert
May 13th
Parent Council Mt’g
May 14th
Pizza Form Home
May 14th
Jump Rope for Heart
May 15th
P.A. Day
May 18th
Victoria Day
May 22nd
Pizza Form Due
May 25th—28th
EQAO
May 27th
Pizza Day
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Fri
Sat
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Mother’s Day
Kinder Tea
MENTAL HEALTH WEEK
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Mother’s Day
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Spring
Concert
Parent
Council
Meeting
Pizza Form
Home
PA Day
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Jump Rope
for Heart
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Victoria Day
24/31
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Pizza Form
Due
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EQAO
School Hours
Yard Supervision for walkers & bus students
Entry to school
Instructional Block #1
Nutrition Break
EDPS
Instructional Block #2
Phone 613-628-2606
Fax 613-628-1964
Nutrition Break
Instructional Block #3
Dismissal
9:05
9:25
9:25-11:25
11:25-12:05
12:05-2:05
2:05-2:45
2:45-3:45
3:45
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