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2420 Homelands Drive, Mississauga, Ontario L5K 1H2
Phone (905) 822-2031 Fax (905) 822-4502
Website: http://schools.peelschools.org/1323 Follow us on Twitter @Homelands323
January 2020 Newsletter Mateja Drinovac Principal
Simone Wallace Vice Principal
Roberta Leonardi Office Manager
Robin Sciascia Office Assistant
Nina Jaiswal Superintendent (905) 366-8800
Brad MacDonald Trustee Wards 2 & 8 (905) 828-6929
Transportation Stopr.ca (905)890-6000 Attendance Check 1(855)209-6155 Safe Arrival Parent Portal pdsb.schoolconnects.com
Welcome back everyone to a new year full of
exciting possibilities as we continue our learning
journey focussed on ensuring a positive,
enriching school experience for all students. We
hope you spent quality time making memories
with your family and friends as you enjoyed the
gorgeous weather we experienced over the
break.
December was busy and productive as our staff
and students participated in many events,
programs and celebrations. The audience at our
Annual Winter Concert exuded a sense of
excitement and anticipation as we were all
entertained by our Junior, Senior and Jazz
bands, Choir, dance teams and songs from our
grade 6 students.
Some of the Orange Colour House members
who won the Food Drive challenge and Colour
House Leaders visited the Out of the Cold
Program. They assisted the volunteers in many
ways such as making a hot meal and creating
care packages filled with food items and
toiletries for people who access the shelter.
Other highlights for the month include our
Monthly Celebration Assembly that featured one
of our students shaving his head for charity, our
fabulous No Device Activity Afternoon as well as
our fantastic Door Decorating Contest.
January promises to be just as engaging as we
promote and build our students’ academic
independence. On behalf of all staff and
students, thank you for your support and
involvement in the Homelands Sr. P.S.
community.
Important Dates
January 9, 16, 23, 30 ~Pizza Days
January 06 Back To School
January 06 – 10 Junglesport
January 16 Ski Trip
January 20 PA Day –No School for Students
January 30 Celebration Assembly
Physical and Health Education
GYM CLOTHING: We have an increasingly
large number of students who are not coming prepared to their physical education classes. Our safety regulations, as per OPHEA standards, are as follows: Students must wear appropriate attire for safe participation. Running shoes with a flat rubber treaded sole which are secured to the foot are a minimum requirement along with appropriate clothing for the physical activity (for example, shorts or sweatpants and t-shirt /sweatshirt). Long hair and loose clothing must be tied back, and we require students to change into and out of appropriate clothing for all PE classes. We will not be allowing students to participate in
physical education classes going forward if they are not dressed appropriately for their own safety. This will adversely affect their marks. Please remind your son/daughter to
bring his/her bag containing gym clothing (top, bottoms, and runners), and a stick of deodorant.
The first week of January, students will be participating in a climbing program offered through Junglesport. All forms were sent home in early December, and needed to be signed and returned in order for students to participate. Thank you to our administration for covering the cost of this activity for all! Following climbing activities, students will participate in some fitness activities and their second set of fitness tests. All students completed goal setting in September, so we are hoping to see increased levels of fitness!
Sports Corner Congratulations to the Senior Boys Volleyball Team for their awesome finish at their tournament at the very beginning of December. Thank you Mr. Mick for coaching! Tryouts are being held for the varsity basketball teams in January. Intramural basketball games continue in January. Thank you as always to our Athletic Council for all of their volunteer time! Remember: Gym clothes are mandatory. No games first week back due to Junglesport.
NO SCENTS
GUIDELINES – Be
Aware!
Staff, students, parents and visitors are asked to
remember that the Peel Board has “No Scents is
Good Sense” guidelines. In consideration of
those with allergies, staff, students, parents and
visitors are urged not to wear or use scented
products such as perfumes, deodorants, lotions,
shampoo or cologne. Thank you for contributing
to a healthy indoor air environment for everyone.
Medications at School
Any students requiring medication at
school should come to the office and
pick up an Administration of Medication Form
(Appendix A and B) and a Plan of Care Form.
The Plan of Care form must be completed by
parents and the Administration of Medication
Forms must be completed by a physician and
signed by the parent/guardian. When completed
they must be returned to the office where they will
be kept on file.
Keeping lunches and snacks peanut-free
Anaphylaxis is a potentially life-threatening
allergic reaction that affects some
children. We ask that you help us
take care of these students by
sending lunches and snacks for
your child that are free from peanuts or nuts,
because these foods are the leading cause of
anaphylaxis.
Please read the label of any food you plan to
send to school with your child. If the label says,
"May contain nuts or peanuts," please do not
send it to school.
You can get a complete copy of the Peel board's
anaphylaxis guideline at www.peelschools.org
under the Parent tab, under Student Health.
School Council Corner
Parents/Guardians: You can make a difference in your child’s education! Research shows parents involvement positively
affects students’ success. Becoming more
involved through taking part in your school
council meetings brings many benefits. These
may include getting to know your child’s
principal, teachers, and other parents better;
sharing your ideas and experiences as well as
showing your child how much you value them
getting a solid education.
Our next School Council Meeting will be on
February 20 at 6:30 pm.
If you would like to know more or are interested
in joining our council, please contact Bradley
Knight at
Report your child’s
immunizations to the Region
of Peel online
When registering for school for the first time,
parents and guardians are required to provide
up-to-date immunization information for their
children. This includes registering for
kindergarten.
You can update your child’s immunizations
online. The online immunization tool allows you
to attach a photo of the immunization record.
When reporting online, an Ontario Health Card
is required.
Report immunizations online at:
www.peelregion.ca/immunize
After you report your immunizations online you
will be given a reference number. Keep this
number for your records. You will need to give
this number to your child’s school when
registering.
If you do not have online access or your child
does not have an Ontario Health Card, take a
copy of the immunization record to the school.
Make sure your child’s name and date of birth
are visible on the record.
Call Peel Public Health at 905-799-7700 if your
child does not have an immunization record or if
you have any questions about immunization
exemptions.
For more information, visit
www.peelregion.ca/immunize
Peel Public Health shares
tips to help prevent the flu
It’s flu season and we want to make sure
students stay as healthy as possible this year!
Influenza (flu) spreads easily from one
person to another and Peel Public Health
has some tips to help reduce the risk of
catching the flu and spreading it:
Get your annual flu shot: The flu
shot is your best defence against the
flu. There are many locations across
Peel where you can get your flu shots:
Family Doctors’ offices
Walk-in clinics
Pharmacies
Peel flu clinics
Keep children home when
they’re sick: If your child develops
flu-like signs and symptoms (fever,
cough, sore throat, body aches,
headache, chills and fatigue), keep
them home from school. Contact your
health care provider if symptoms are
severe.
Practice good hygiene: Help your
child get into the habit of covering
their nose and mouth with a tissue
when they cough or sneeze and throw
tissues in the trash. Cough or sneeze
into a sleeve or elbow, if they don’t
have a tissue. They should also avoid
touching their eyes, nose or mouth.
This is how germs are spread.
Wash your hands: Encourage your
child to wash their hands often with
soap and water or use hand sanitizer,
especially after they cough or sneeze.
For more information, call Peel Public
Health at 905-799-7700 or visit
www.peelregion.ca/flu.
Keep your child’s eyes
healthy
Did you know that vision problems in
children often go unnoticed because kids
don’t know any different? As many as 10 per
cent of preschoolers will have vision
difficulties that can affect the development
of their sight if not treated. However, if
caught by the age of 5, treatment will be
most effective.
The Region of Peel recommends regular eye
exams for your child to help find eye
problems early and get the right treatment.
The best way to ensure good eye health is to
have your child’s eyes checked by an
optometrist. Yearly eye exams for children
19 and under are covered by OHIP.
What to expect at your child’s eye
exam
An optometrist will complete:
General vision testing in both eyes. Eye muscle testing. Eye coordination testing. A general health assessment of the
front and back of the eyes.
If needed, the optometrist will write a
prescription for glasses for your child.
For information on overall vision health,
common signs of a possible eye problem and
the programs available to you within Peel,
visit www.peelregion.ca/vision-health
Help your family stay warm this
winter
Canada Safety Council recommends the
following tips for staying comfortable and
preventing hypothermia when working or
playing outdoors:
Wear a warm hat—most body heat is lost through the head. Children should keep an extra hat at school.
Wear layered clothing. Layers allow warm air to stay trapped around the body.
Protect your feet and hands. Wear loose waterproof boots. If the boots have liners, carry an extra pair to replace damp ones or take an extra pair of socks. Invest in thick socks to keep your feet warm. Mittens are warmer than gloves. Carry an extra pair of mittens to school, on outings, etc.
Prevent dehydration and exhaustion, which can lead to hypothermia. Drink plenty of fluids and pace yourself when doing vigorous activities.
Stay fit by exercising and eating well—people who are fit are less susceptible to hypothermia.
If you stay indoors, avoid moving from a hot environment to a cold one. Excessive sweating caused from an extreme
change in temperature increases the risk of developing hypothermia.
Eat high-energy food such as nuts and raisins. A balanced diet will also help keep you warm and healthy in the winter.
If you are travelling (on the road or in the wilderness) carry emergency supplies.
Winter bus safety
The following winter school bus safety tips will
help to keep your child safe throughout the
winter months.
Allow extra time to get to your bus stop. Wear bright clothing so the bus can see you
in the early morning and late evening. Stand away from where the bus stops. Buses
need extra room to stop when there is snow and ice.
Use the handrail when boarding or exiting the bus to prevent slipping on wet or icy steps or road surfaces.
Dress appropriately—winter clothing, hats, and boots will keep you warm.
Don't throw snowballs at the bus or other children waiting for the bus.
Don't slide on the snow or ice patches in driveways or on the street.
Don't push or shove around the bus. Someone could fall down on the ice and get hurt.
Talk to your child about what to do if the bus is
late. Here are some suggestions:
When possible, wait with your child for the bus.
Make sure your child knows a phone number where he can reach you or another trusted adult.
Teach your child how and where to get help. Talk to your child about what a "safe" stranger is.
Help your child set up a bus stop buddy system
so your child has someone to wait with for the
bus.
Apply for Extended French by
Jan. 31, 2020
If your child will be starting grade 7 in September
2020, one of the important choices you will make
is whether you want to consider Extended
French (EF). To find out more about the
program, visit www.peelschools.org/French
The EF school for our area is Green Glade Sr.
P.S. The phone number is 905-822-8386.
Online application
The application form for Grade 7 EF for the
2020-21 school year is available online at
www.peelschools.org/French
The deadline to apply is Friday, Jan. 31, 2020. Applications received after that date will be put on a waiting list. Please note that students’, who are currently or
were previously enrolled in French Immersion,
cannot apply for grade 7 Extended French – you
will continue grade 7 in the French Immersion
program or an English program.
For more information
visit www.peelschools.org/French
call your nearest Extended French school
connect with families who have children in the Extended French program
visit the Canadian Parents for French website at http://on.cpf.ca
Our work has just begun.
Did you know that 1 in 5 students in Peel Region
face barriers related to poverty.
That’s more than 27,000 Peel board students.
The Peel Learning Foundation’s mission is to
raise funds to enable Peel District School Board
students to achieve personal excellence by
providing resources that help them overcome
barriers. To date, we have supported more than
500 students through the Student Emergency
Needs and Student Backpack programs. The
support we provide can be as simple as
providing funds for food or transportation, a
winter coat, or a backpack filled with school
supplies.
This type of support can enrich a student's
school experience and help them achieve
success. Any teacher, staff or support person
can speak confidentially to their school’s
principal, vice-principal or supervisor when they
encounter a student in need, who will then
reach out to us to ask for help.
There are many ways that you can support the
foundation. A gift will help us achieve great
things for students. To learn more, visit
www.peellearningfoundation.org/how.
You can help us create hopeful tomorrows.
www.PeelLearningFoundation.org l
905-890-1010 ext. 2461 l
@PeelLearningFDN l /PeelLearningFD
Winter Concert
Out Of The Cold Program
Our Activity Afternoon
BAKING
CRAFT ART
GAMES
A Few of our Door Decorating Challenge Contestants
