THE PANTHER PRESS
April 2015
A MESSAGE FROM MR. HAWKEY…
April is finally here! I’m sure everyone is looking forward
to warmer temperatures and longer daylight hours. With
the better weather, bicycles and scooters come out and
the kids need to be reminded about safety in the streets.
Junior basketball is in mid season, badminton and track &
field is coming soon.
Education is the cornerstone which guides us each and
every day. The DSBN and Prince of Wales takes enormous pride in educating our students so they will be successful, productive and positive members of an ever
changing and fast-paced society.
We are sad to say ‘good bye, for now’ to Ms Elliott-Dingle,
she is going off on her maternity leave . We wish her all
the best with her new baby.
P. Hawkey, Principal
A Message from your Parent Council…
It seems winter is finally behind us - and we are looking
forward to some exciting events this spring!
Thank you to those of you that came out to the movie
night in March - everyone had a great time. In celebration
of earth day, we will be hosting another movie night on
April 22.
So, fluff your pillow, put on your best pyjamas and join
your friends in the gym for some fun. Doors will open at
6:00 p.m. and the movie will start at 6:30. Please be reminded that you must be accompanied by an adult to
attend.
Mark your calendars - we are having a Spring Carnival on
May 14! More details will follow shortly, however, if you
would like to donate a prize or volunteer your time, please
let us know.
In other news, the parent council has a new email address.
If you have ideas, suggestions, questions or concerns,
please contact us at [email protected].
As always, parents are invited to join us at our monthly
meeting to share information and ideas. Our next meeting
takes place at Prince Of Wales School on April 28 at 6:00
p.m.
EMERGENCY SCHOOL CLOSING…
Another reminder about making sure you have plans in
place if the school should be closed for the day or close
early due to inclement weather.
Information about transportation changes and school closures will be available on the websites, radio and television stations listed below as soon as it is available. Please
do not phone the school for transportation or school closure information.
Websites: www.dsbn.org, www.nsts.ca
Television Stations: COGECO Cable 10, CHCH Cable 12,
Radio Stations: , EZRock 105.7 fm, CKTB 610 am, Htz 97.7
fm, 105.1 2Day fm CKEY - every attempt is made to provide the public with information on bus cancellations by
6:00 a.m.
*Make an emergency plan with your children to ensure a
common understanding for arrangements, in the event
that schools close early.
*Please advise the office of any address or telephone
changes as soon as possible so we can update your children’s information.
Please remember that there may be times when transportation may be cancelled. Unless you hear otherwise,
schools will remain open when transportation is not
available.
AS FAR AS SENDING YOUR CHILDREN TO SCHOOL
DURING SEVERE WEATHER CONDITIONS,
THE FINAL DECISION IS YOURS!
GRADE 8 GRAD AND GRAD PHOTOS
Grade 8 grad photos will be held on
Tuesday, April 21st. It is important
that grads arrive to school on time
on this day and should be dressed
appropriately. Students may bring
a change of clothes if they wish.
GRADE 8 GRADUATION has been
booked for THURSDAY, JUNE 18th.
Details about graduation day will be available at a later
date.
APRIL IS ORAL HEALTH MONTH!
Although preventable, cavities are the most common
chronic disease of children aged 6 to 19 years. Cavities
lead to difficulties sleeping, decreased school attendance,
pain, discomfort, and infection. Fluoride is not added into
our water supply. Therefore, it is recommended that all
residents brush their teeth twice daily with fluoridated
toothpaste to prevent cavities.
Children three to six years of age should be assisted with
brushing their teeth by an adult using a pea-sized portion
of fluoridated toothpaste until they can tie their own shoe
laces.
Regular flossing is the single most important thing you can
do to prevent gum disease.
Most children will need help flossing until they are about 8
to 10 years old.
DENTAL SCREENING AT POW
Tuesday, May 5th & Thurs May 7th
Dental screening is available to all
children in Niagara from birth up to
17 years of age, and is done in accordance with the Ontario Public
Health Standards.
Our community dental health programs are designed to
support and encourage your efforts to provide the best
dental health for your children.
In-School Screenings
Dental screenings are provided annually to children in
selected grades in all elementary schools in Niagara.
 Screenings are done by registered dental hygienists
from public health
 Sterilized mouth mirrors are used for each student
You will be notified by telephone or mail should your child
require urgent dental care or preventive dental service
Dental screenings are visual assessments only and do not
replace your child's regular dental examination with a
dentist.
Niagara Region Public Health has two programs to assist
children and youth with no insurance in getting the dental
health care they need. If your child has a dental problem
(cavities, pain or infection), call the dental program to
make an appointment. You do not have to wait for the
school screening visit. For more information please call
the Public Health Dental Program at 905-688-8248 or 1888-505-6074 ext. 7399
Do you know a child who will be turning 4 or 5 before December 31, 2015?
Visit a DSBN Kindergarten Open House from 10am – 6pm
on February 5th 2015 to register and help your kindergartener get ready for their first day of school at the DSBN.
See the classroom, meet the staff and get a gift bag full of
fun learning resources and information to help children
develop their school readiness skills.
Visit our website at www.dsbn.org/kindergarten
EARTH DAY!
EQAO TESTING DATES:
Tuesday, May 26th—Thursday, May 28th
Monday, June 1st—Wednesday, June 3rd
Grade 3— 1st Block
Grade 6— 2nd Block
Wednesday April 22nd is Earth Day.
Consider doing good things for Earth Day
like planting a tree or picking up trash in
the yard. Try walking to your destination
instead of drive. RECYCLE! It just takes
one person to make a difference!
Please try to avoid making appointments or
planning holiday events during these dates.
PROM PROJECT NIAGARA
Giving students the opportunity to
select formal wear free of charge to
attend their proms, grads and formals!
Happening Saturday, April 11th, 2015 from 9:30 a.m. to
1:30p.m.at:
Beamsville Secondary School
Fort Erie Secondary School
Thorold Secondary School
Prom Project Niagara is a one day fun free formal wear
extravaganza for girls and guys! Students can select their
perfect head-to-toe look for their prom, formal, or graduation for FREE!
No registration is necessary. Come and join us on April
11th!
Do you have formal items that are collecting cobwebs in
your closet? We would love to have your items! Visit any
of the clothing drop off locations listed below to drop off
……………..Learning
Science in Grade 1!
UPCOMING DATES:
BACKWARDS DAY (wear clothes backwards) —
Thursday, April 2nd
GOOD FRIDAY—Friday, April 3rd (no school)
EASTER MONDAY—Monday, April 6th (no
school)
PIZZA DAY—Friday, April 10th
GRADE 8 GRAD PHOTOS —Tuesday, April 21st
MOVIE NIGHT—Wednesday, April 22nd
PIZZA DAY—Friday, April 24th
MISMATCHED SHOE DAY—Friday, April 24th
PARENT COUNCIL—Tuesday, April 28th
PA DAY—Friday, May 15th (no school)
VICTORIA DAY—Monday, May 18th (no school)
EQAO Gr 3 & Gr 6—May 26-28, June 1-3
GRADE 8 GRAD—Thursday, June 18th
LAST DAY OF SCHOOL—Thursday, June 25th