COPELAND COMMUNICATIONS FOR FRIDAY OCTOBER 2nd, 2020 Visit Copeland’s website http://schools.peelschools.org/1518/Pages/default.aspx

Want to keep up to date with what’s happening at Copeland? Check out our school website where you'll find:

the latest school news, school hours, contact information for school administration, superintendent and trustee

monthly calendar, enrolment data, mission, vision and values, registration information

frequently asked questions

Safety Reminder: After School Pick-up

If you drive to pick-up your student, please use the “KISS ‘N’Ride as the parking lot is used for busses at the end of day

If you walk to pick-up your student, please remain on the outer rim of the tarmac and your child will come to you when the bell goes. This is to ensure proper social distancing and keep everyone safely moving in the same direction.

Thank you for helping to make our school safe!

MONDAY, OCTOBER 5TH = World Teachers’ Day!

Take a moment to say THANKS! On this day we recognize our teachers for all of the hard work they do every day! Big shout out to both our in-school and on-line staff!

Since 1994, parents and students from around the world have celebrated World Teachers’ Day to commemorate the work of teachers and their contributions to society. On Oct. 5, take the time to let your child's teacher know he or she is truly appreciated. Thank your child's teacher and let them know they are making a difference.

WEDNESDAY OCTOBER 7TH IS INTERNATIONAL WALK TO SCHOOL DAY

On Wednesday we encourage as many students as possible to “walk” to school or find opportunities to get your “Steps In” throughout the day!

Do you know how long it takes to walk or bike to Copeland? Cut & paste this link to see: http://www.walkandrollpeel.ca/map/themap.asp#schools

Coming Soon: THURS. Oct. 15th = Terry Fox Event!

Staff and students of Copeland Public School are excited to be participating (safely!) in our Terry Fox School walk on Thursday, October 15 (Friday October 16 Raindate). We are so proud to celebrate the 40th Anniversary of the Terry’s Marathon of Hope and hope you will help support us by donating at: http://www.terryfox.ca/CopelandPSBrampton #terryfoxschoolrun @terryfoxfoundation

Also stay tuned for our Library Terry Fox Read Aloud that will be available to all Copeland classes!

Coming Home Today: Parents we need you! Join our School Council

Every Peel school has a School Council—a group of Parent volunteers focused on helping students succeed.

School Councils provide a voice for parents and the community and offer advice to the school Principal on a number of topics. We would like to include both in-school and on-line parents so that all voices are heard

Our first meeting will be scheduled for Monday October 19th @ 4:00pm virtually via TEAMS (link to follow)

Please consider being a Council member by filling in the form attached and send to the school e-mail at: Copeland.ps@peelsb.com by Friday October 9th

Parent School Council Candidate Nomination Form

Copeland PS

Name

Address

Home phone #

___________________________ ____________________________

I am the parent/guardian of ____________________________ (student name and date of birth) who is currently registered in this school.

I wish to declare my candidacy for an elected position as a parent representative on the school council. I understand the role and responsibilities of a

member of the school council as described in the Peel Board’s school council policy.

Candidate signature Date

Received by Date

Nomination form receipt

The nomination form for parent representative on the school council for Copeland PS.

Date

(school official)

Business phone #

Pay school fees online using School Cash Online—register today! Our school offers School Cash Online, a safe and secure form of online payment, as its preferred method of payment for all school fees. With a parent-friendly portal and an easy way to keep track of your child’s activity fees, you can use School Cash Online to pay for school items like field trips and pizza days directly from your computer or smartphone using eCheck, Visa or MasterCard Register now By registering, you’ll have the ability to:

Keep track of your children’s school item and activity fees

Check account history

Print or view receipts

Make donations to school fundraisers online and instantly receive a tax receipt

Pay for school fees with the click of a button For more information and to register, visit https://peelschools.schoolcashonline.com. If you have any questions, please contact the school directly.

Families encouraged to sign up for ParentConnect to access school alerts, report cards, busing info and more online To help keep families connect to their children’s education experience, we are encouraging all Peel District School Board parents/guardians to sign up for ParentConnect. ParentConnect is our online parent portal which provides parents/guardians with a single access point to stay informed, access services online and receive important information about your children. ParentConnect allows parents/guardians to:

view school based alerts and information

access the parent/guardian view of Brightspace for PDSB Online School

track real time absence reporting

view current and historic elementary report cards for your child(ren)

get up-to-date busing information

review secondary school credit history and diploma status To register and begin using ParentConnect, visit www.peelschools.org/parentconnect or click the ParentConnect button on your child’s school website. Parents/guardians that have used ParentConnect in the past will continue to have access to your child(ren)s information. You do not need to register again. The ParentConnect online portal can be accessed through any computer, smartphone Internet browser and/or tablets by visiting parent.peelschools.org. Families can also download the mobile app titled Peel ParentConnect through Google Play Store or Apple Store.

If you have any questions about ParentConnect, please call the school or visit the ParentConnect FAQ page. If you encounter technical issues signing up for an account, please email ParentConnect@peelsb.com.

“October 2020: Identifying Our Strengths and Assessing Our Needs – The Wheel of Well-Being

From the PDSB Mental Health Resource Team

Welcome to the second month of a school year like no other. We have made it this far, and we should congratulate ourselves, although it is important to note we are all at different points of coping with the upheaval and loss COVID-19 has created in our lives. As the fall leaves start to turn colour and we are settling into the school year, now is a good time to reflect on our strengths and needs. The Kids Help Phone has an easy to fill in Wheel of Well-Being to help us accomplish that. The Wheel is divided into sections: Physical Health, Emotions, Relationships, Environment, School and Work, Spirituality, and Creativity and Thinking; with you (or your family) at the centre. It is an excellent visual guide to help you think about what, or who, can fill in any missing gaps to increase your support system. The Wheel of Well-Being can be completed as a family activity, or you can do it independently using it as a discussion aid for conversations about what each family member might need. It can also allow you to identify strengths you may not previously have appreciated. You can find the template, and suggestions to consider for each section here: www.kidshelpphone.ca/get-info/kids-help-phones-wheel-of-well-being

You could also make your own wheel as a creative exercise, with you at the centre, or “our family” at the centre. Often creative exercises can be a safe way to help us talk to each other during challenging times. If you do make your own wheel and feel comfortable to share a photo, please tag @MHRTPeel and #WELLinPEEL. Despite the challenges 2020 has brought us, remember to tell yourself that you are doing your best; that it is okay to not feel your best; that we are all in this together, and we are doing the best we can with the resources we have. Please consider seeking support if you feel you or your child/teen needs it. Now more than ever before, our mental well-being is just as important as our physical well being. If you’re concerned about your child’s mental health visit www.peelschools.org/schools/reopening/mental-health-and-well-being-supports for further information and links to school and community resources. For updates and to follow along with the work of the PDSB Mental Health Resource Team, find them on Twitter @MHRTPeel. Acknowledgement: Indigenous teaching reminds us that mental wellness is a balance of the mental, physical, spiritual and emotional parts of ourselves and is enriched when individuals experience purpose, hope, belonging and meaning in their lives (First Nations Mental Wellness Continuum Framework).