We have had an exciting year filled with great learning opportunities for our students! It has been a school year full of excitement and school spirit! Congratulations to every one of our fine students from JK-grade 8 for their hard work throughout the year. Best wishes and a fond farewell to our graduating Grade 8 students as they leave elementary school and begin a new chapter in their educational lives and head off to secondary school. Remember, wherever you may travel, “Once a Raven, a Raven forever!”

A letter outlining “Opening Day” instructions for the September 2015 school year will go home with your child at the end of June. Please keep this letter in a safe place so that you/your child are clear on entry procedures for the first day of school.

We wish Ms Lau and Ms Alvi all the best as they seek new opportunities at other schools. We welcome Ms Dhanabalan to Randall. She comes to us as an experienced teacher from Parkland P. S. We know that she will be an excellent addition to our school community!

It is with mixed emotions that we say “goodbye” to Mr. Valentim, who has been our Vice-Principal for the last two years at Randall. Throughout his time at our school, Mr. Valentim has established strong relationships with both students and staff. His many contributions and presence at our school will be greatly missed. We wish him “good luck” as he heads off to be Vice-Principal at both Little Rouge P. S. and Unionville P. S. We will miss you, Mr. Valentim!

A great big “thank you” to all staff (teachers, secretarial, custodial, educational assistants, school assistants), parents and volunteers for your incredible dedication, perseverance, optimism and commitment in helping each and every child at Randall succeed. You make the difference!!

I continue to marvel at the wonderful community that makes up Randall P. S. As we head into the summer holidays, I want to personally thank everyone who makes each day a joyful experience. The Raven spirit is evident everywhere I walk and our school community becomes stronger each day because of this!

There are some school improvement surprises both inside and outside the school to greet us when we return in September. Stay tuned...I think you’ll all be excited when you see them!

Staff at Randall wish each and every student and their families a safe, enjoyable and restful summer vacation.

We look forward to seeing our returning and new students, parents and staff on Tuesday, September 8, 2015!

Sincerely,

Sherri SenGupta

Fly Together, Learn Together…

GO RAVENS!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

June 2015

Message from the Principal

Principal: Ms Sherri SenGupta School Council Co-Chair: R.Parikh, T. Balasingham

Vice Principal: Mr. David Valentim Superintendent: Mr. Erik Khilji

Trustee: Ms Juanita Nathan 905-885-3479

50 Randall Avenue, Markham L3S 1E2 Phone: (905) 479-2003 Fax: (905) 479-2005

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VP Message …

Recently, we had the pleasure of attending the YRDSB’s second Parent Symposium – Parent Voice Matters. This event brought together parents, administrators, and teachers to discuss the importance of parent engagement and the role that parents play in the lives of their children and the partnership that needs to exist between schools and families. Reflecting on this event strengthened our understanding of how we work in collaboration with parents and the importance of engaging our community in diverse events that not only bring the community together in celebration, but offer insight into our School Improvement Plan and the work that teachers and staff do every day in and out of classrooms. It also confirmed the important role that our School Council can play in engaging the community and the links that connect to our SIP (School Improvement Plan). Even though there is only month left in the school year, we continue to work on engaging parents and our community, building relationships and strengthening the connection between school and families, in order to inspire learning. During the month of May our school celebrated Cultural Day and enjoyed a fabulous Spring Concert. Thank you to our school community for your support. It was great to see so many of our community members come and celebrate with us. Cultural Day acknowledges the long and rich history of Immigrants to Canada and their contributions to building our country to a status that is envied around the world .

The end of the school year is an exciting time when students and staff plan summer activities. We know students will be actively immersed in their own activities and will hopefully continue with many learning opportunities in a variety of ways. The following are some of the plans that staff have made for professional development for the coming summer: Taking additional qualification courses in various areas of the curriculum, attending the York Region School Board’s Summer Institute, teaching summer school and working on Master’s Degree Programs, just to name a few. Our learning never stops and we know that your children’s learning does not either. It is important to encourage your child(ren) to keep reading/writing during the summer. A part of every school year is having to say goodbye to staff who will not be returning to Randall in the fall. We will be announcing these changes through a written correspondence. Finally we would like to wish each of our students and their families a fun filled and safe summer break. We look forward to seeing you again on Tuesday, September 8th, 2015.

David Valentim

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KIDS ARE UNPREDICTABLE INJURIES DON’T HAVE TO BE

A step ahead... At the playground

Tips to keep your 5 – 9 year old safe

Help children have fun at the

Playground so they won’t get hurt

Playground injuries:

Are a common reason for children to be treated at the hospital for an injury.

Can be serious, especially when children fall from high equipment onto a hard surface.

Occur on school, park and backyard equipment.

Who is most at risk?

Children 5– 9 years of age are injured more frequently at a playground than at any other age.

When are children most at risk?

When there is a lack of adult supervision.

When many children are on the equipment.

What you can do Kids are curious, active and imaginative.

Between 5 – 9 years of age they:

Learn how injuries can occur

Parents and caregivers:

Actively supervise your children at the playground.

Stand next to children when they are learning a new skill or climbing.

Reduce a child’s chance of choking on the play equipment:

Avoid dressing children in clothes with drawstrings or scarves

Remove bike helmets before playing on the equipment

1. Do not take skipping ropes into the play- ground area.

2. Wait and take turns.

3. Walk away from bullying and unsafe situations.

4. Slide down feet first and walk up the steps or ladders (instead of running up the slide).

5. Never push.

6. Wear shoes with rubber soles and laces tied.

7. Take your helmet off before you play on the equipment.

8. Tell an adult if the equipment is broken.

Teach children the playground safety rules

Like to be the biggest, fastest and best!

Enjoy jumping, balancing and climbing.

Think they can do more than they are able to do.

May not see the danger in what they are doing.

May forget the safety rules, especially when

excited.

May not be able to judge how far away a piece of equip-ment is and whether they can reach it.

May be influenced by older children to try new things and use equipment in ways that can be dangerous.

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Bicycle and Helmet Safety

Cycling is the most popular outdoor activity among young Canadians. Unfortunately, every year 50,000 children are seriously injured in bike related mishaps. Wearing a certified helmet can reduce the risk of serious head injuries by 85 per cent.

Children and youth (under 18) are required by law to wear a helmet with the chin strap clip fastened under the chin when cycling. Kids imitate their parents. Ninety-eight per cent of children will wear their helmets if their parents do, so wear one every time you ride.

Before age ten, most children do not have the skills to cycle safely on the road and they need help to make good choices. Children under nine years should cycle with responsible adults at all times.

Components of a Safe Bike

Some bicycle equipment is required by law, while other equipment is recommended.

Required Equipment

Helmet: Cyclists under 18 are required by law to wear a helmet when cycling. The helmet has to be on your head and the chin strap clip must be fastened under the chin. Does your helmet fit properly?

Light and reflector: If you ride 30 minutes before sunset and/or 30 minutes before sunrise, you need a white light (not just a reflector) and a red rear reflector or red rear light.

Bell or horn: A bell or horn that works must be attached to the bike.

Reflective tape: White reflective tape on the front forks, red reflector tape on the front and rear stay.

Recommended Equipment Basket: Having a basket lets you keep your hands free for

steering.

Water Bottle: A water bottle and cage allow you to stay hydrated.

Shoes: When cycling, wear shoes that cover your toes and back of your foot like running shoes.

Bright Clothing: Reflective and bright clothing make you more visible to drivers when riding in the dark.

Eyewear: Protective eyewear can keep the sun, bugs and wind from blinding you.

Bike Inspection Begin each cycling season and each ride with a complete bike inspection. If your bike is not in perfect shape take it to a bike shop for a check-up. Check for:

Size of bike: Make sure your bike is the proper size. A bike that is too big or too small will be hard to control. You should be able to comfortably straddle the bike frame while standing flat footed on the ground. There should be at least a 2-3 inch gap between you and the top bar.

Tire Pressure: Make sure your tires are properly inflated.

Chain: Check the bike's chain to make sure it's clean and lubricated.

Brakes: Check your brakes for even pressure. They should make your back wheels skid on dry pavement, but you don't want brakes that stick.

Traffic Laws and Fines

Your bicycle is considered a vehicle and falls under the jurisdiction of the Highway Traffic Act (HTA) The following are just some of the offences you could be fined for under the HTA:

Improper bicycle lighting: $20,

Improper or no helmet (under 18): $60,

Parent/guardian knowingly permit person under 16 – no helmet: $60,

No bell/ no horn: $85,

Ride in or along crosswalk: $85,

Ride two on a bicycle: $85,

Attachment to vehicle: $85,

Disobey stop sign – fail to stop: $85,

Fail to signal for turn: $85.

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Trustee Newsletter and Website Greeting

As the 2014-15 school year winds down, I would like to take this opportunity to recognize our parents and guardians for their ongoing support of our students throughout the year. We know that parents are our most important partners when it comes to educating your children. Good schools become better schools when they are connected with parents and families. During the year, I hope you have had the opportunity to enjoy some of the many student performances, sporting events and cultural celebrations that take place in schools across our region. These events would not take place without the support of our school staff. I would like to thank the staff for their work to support student achievement and well-being.

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June 1, 2015

Dear Parents/Guardians,

As a result of the current job action affecting elementary schools across the province and in York Region, the planned early release for students on June 25 is cancelled. On Thursday, June 25, 2015, schools will be open and classroom instruction will continue for the entire normal school day. Friday, June 26, 2015 will remain a PA Day.

If your child is eligible for school transportation services, school buses and taxi services will continue according to the typical full day schedule. The school board has communicated this scheduling change to in-school child care centres, including before and after care providers. Please check with your provider directly to confirm arrangements for this date.

We recognize that this may cause some inconvenience. Please be assured that we continue to have your child’s achievement, well-being and safety in mind.

Sincerely,

J. Philip Parappally Director of Education

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June 2015 Sun Mon Tue Wed Thu Fri Sat

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1 2 Int Girls Soccer

4:00-5:30

3 Pizza Day

Int Boys Soccer

4:00-5:30

4 Int Girls Soccer

5

PA

DAY

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7 8 Int Boys Soccer

4:00-5:30

School Council

Meeting 6:00

9

Gr 6 Scientists

in School

Int Girls Soccer

4:00-5:30

10 Pizza Day

Girls Run For Fun

5K 10:00-11:00

Int Boys Soccer

4:00-5:30

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12 13

14

15

Int Boys Soccer

4:00-5:30

16 Int Girls Soccer

4:00-5:30

17Pizza Day

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19 20

21

22

23

24

NO

PIZZA

25 Term 2

Promotion/Grade

Placement

Letters Go Home

Full School

Day

26

PA Day

27 NO Milk

Available

Gr.8 Grad Practice

& Graduation

Ceremony

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Grade 8 Graduation Trip to Quebec City

MSH Fundraising

Walk 11:30-12:30 Mayor’s Youth

Task Conference

9:00-3:00

Int. Boys Soccer

4:00-5:30

Enrichment Band Camp

All Books Due Back This Week

Gr 8 Grad Practice

1:30-3:30

Int Girls Soccer

4:00-5:30

SK Graduation

Ceremony

2:00-3:00

Int Boys Soccer

4:00-5:30

Track & Field Regional Meet on 17th 9:00-5:00.

Rain Date on 19th 9:00-5:00

Jump Rope for

Heart

Int Boys Soccer

4:00-5:30

Int Girls Soccer

4:00-5:30

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Girls Run For Fun - 5K

Randall's Girls Run For Fun program was implemented with great success. The girls learned about building self-esteem and how to handle difficult situations such as bullying and gossip. They realized the importance of teamwork, collaboration and the importance of supporting one another. They also trained for a 5 km run which will be held on Wednesday, June 10th. It was a very positive experience.

Fly Together...Run Together! Go Ravens!

A Hands-On Approach to Career Planning

In the months of April and May, intermediate students were given the opportunity to explore two different exhibitions. One of them took place at The Queen Elizabeth building in Toronto, and the other at RIM Park in Waterloo.

In Toronto, some of the different workshops included laying bricks to build a wall, painting, glass cutting, carpentry, and students even had the chance to use an excavator! The different exhibits peaked student interest by getting them involved through games and competitions. Students had the opportunity to showcase their skills and learn about new trades to help guide their future career paths.

In Waterloo, there was an array of fields to learn about, such as: culinary arts, aesthetics, robotics, and welding. From baking contests to welding challenges, and a number of other career exploration booths, our intermediate students got a head-start on their future planning. For example, there was a contest in which there were different 3-D shapes on a screen, and competitors had to construct the object using the visuals given. This showcased spatial reasoning skills, and gave students the opportunity to explore this as a possible career (e.g., involving blue prints, architecture, etc.). Colleges around Ontario also set up booths for students to explore the different courses they offer. These exhibits enabled our students to get a hands-on approach to career and education planning.

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Markham Stouffville Hospital Fundraiser Walk

On June 11th, the school will be walking for the annual MSH fundraiser. Kindergarten to grade 3 will walk in the yard and grade 4 to 8 will walk in the community. Students were encouraged to bring a toonie which entered them into a raffle.

The winner of our grand prize—a shiny new red bike, was Victoria in 8S. We are hoping to meet and beat last year’s total fundraised amount of $1,500.00.

Fly Together, Learn Together! Go Ravens!

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LUNCH ASSISTANTS NEEDED

There are Supply Lunch Assistant positions available at Randall Public School for the new school year starting September 2015. This will be for student supervision during the school lunch hour from 12:30 pm to 1:30 pm. If you are interested, please contact Ms Wong @ 905-479-2003 in the school office.

This is a paid position.

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Moving ? Let us Know … Please let us know if you are planning to move over the summer holidays by calling the school office at

905-479-2003

Email: randall.ps@yrdsb.ca

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Junior Boys Basketball

2015 was an amazing season for the Ravens! The boys worked very hard all season and played exceptionally well. The team placed 3rd at the Armadale tournament, 2nd at the Wilclay tournament, and 2nd at Randall’s tournament. At the Area East tournament the Ravens advanced to the 3rd round. They gave it their best effort, losing a very close game to Milliken in the quarter finals.

We would like to thank the boys on a tremendous effort and great sportsmanship that was displayed throughout the entire season. Way to go Ravens!!! A big thank you to all the parents, staff members, and administrators who supported the team! Fly Together, Learn Together… Go Ravens!!

Mr. Cali, Ms Tasch and Ms Buchanan

Together We Are Better

On Friday, April 24th, 2015, a few of our grade seven and eight Randall Ravens attended a

conference about inclusion, Together We're Better, at Bill Crother's Secondary School. This was an

opportunity to explore various workshops that were created to teach us how to lead Randall to a

more inclusive future. Together, we learned about inclusivity and equity, and what we can do at

Randall to create and further unite our school community. For example, we could incorporate

student equity teams at Randall. This group would address and explore child labour, gender

stereotypes, mental health, LGBTQ, and racial discrimination. These topics could be brought to the

attention of students through fun games and activities. At the conference, there were also

motivational guest speakers who provided many wise words such as "don't meet expectations,

beat them." This teaches us to go beyond what is expected of us and encourages us to not let

anything hold us back. With that said, let's continue to fly together learn together! After all

Randall... together....we are better!

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Pathways After School Social Program (P.A.S.S.)

360°kids After School Program

Over this past year, students in grades 6-8 have joined together to form an after school program that focuses on healthy eating and active living. Students have had the opportunity to make a variety of healthy snacks including English muffin pizzas, yogurt parfaits and bonfire banana boats. On a weekly basis, students participated in a variety of physical activities such as soccer, basketball, golf, dance and much more to realize the importance of living a healthy lifestyle. In addition to physical activities, students learned about community events in a unit dedicated towards the Toronto 2015 Pan Am/Parapan Games. They will soon be travelling to Camp Robin Hood for an Olympic Day to compete with other schools in an annual year end field trip. In addition, our program facilitators provided homework support and taught valuable lessons surrounding health and nutrition. Overall, Pathways has brought kids together to create a community that builds new friendships and keeps kids active. A special thanks to Ms Galindo, Mr. Scrofano and Ms Agnihotri for their time and dedication. You have created a wonderful afterschool program for students at Randall!!

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Innovation On May 4th 2015, Ms Tretjakoff took Jade A. and Navneet R. from grade 8 to the Sheraton Hotel in

Richmond Hill for the “ Our Voice” Conference. At the conference, we learned about innovation, change,

originality, creativity and inspiration. Our guest speaker was Kardinal Offishall, he talked to us about

innovation and how it was related to his life. During this conference we had the chance to mingle and

discuss innovation with students and teachers from other schools across the region.

MUSIC ALIVE WINNERS!!

Congratulations to our Senior Band who once again brought home the distinguished Platinum award for their performance at this year’s Music Alive competition! Our band members have impressed competition judges two years in a row. Our Ravens are fast creating a stellar reputation for our school. A big “thank you” to Mr. Jackson, who works with our students in the morning and during lunch times to provide a superior instrumental music program.

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Grade 8 Grad Trip to QUEBEC CITY !

From June 1st to 4th, the grade 8 students went on an overnight trip to Quebec City! This trip taught us about French Canadian culture and Quebec’s history. When we got off the bus on the first day, we met our guide, Helene, in front of the Plains of Abraham Museum. Following that, we ate a delicious dinner at La Vieille Maison du Spaghetti. The building used to be an old house, hence the name “La Vieille Maison” which means “The Old House”. We had delicious pastas and a light dessert to finish it off. Next we participated in a military activity featuring General Wolfe and Le Marquis de Montcalm, experiencing the life of one of their soldiers. The presentation was humorous, and we learned about Quebec’s history at the same time. We concluded our day with a nice rest at our hotel.

After a 6:30 a.m. wake-up call, we started our second day with a delicious breakfast at Chez Cora. The first stop of the event-filled day was at the Parc de la Chute Montmorency, with an 83 meter high waterfall, a footbridge across the top, and a stairway leading back down with numerous viewpoints along the way. After the wet and freezing walk in the rain and the mist, we took a trip to Canyon Sainte-Anne, where we had the opportunity to roam around, admire the scenery, and cross some suspension bridges, all while participating in a scavenger hunt all over the canyon. We enjoyed lunch at the Auberge de la Basilique restaurant, and then explored the variety of designs and stained glass in the Basilica and Museum of Sainte-Anne de Beaupre. Afterwards, we enjoyed interactive activities at the Atelier Pare Economuseum, where we practically experienced some famous Quebec legends through some original giant wooden sculptures, as well as at the Atelier Cuivre Albert Gilles, where we were taught how to create 3-D figures on our own copper sheet, which we then got to take home with us. Our buffet dinner at Les Voutes du Cavour was delicious, and our host was generous enough to let us stay for an extra hour to avoid the rain. We ended our day with a ghost walk through the heart of old Quebec City, accompanied by the ghosts of Marie Riviere and Jean Rattier. Throughout the walk, we learned stories of ghosts from the past, and a few of them popped by our tour as well! Needless to say, everyone immediately fell asleep once we got to the hotel, preparing ourselves for the next exciting day!

We started off the third day of our trip with a great meal at Mikes on St. Jean Street. Then we went to the Musee du Fort, which showed us the highlights of Quebec’s military past. There was a detailed diorama of the city in 1750 and amazing sound and lighting to bring it to life. Following this experience, we visited Old Quebec and spent some more time there, eating lunch and further exploring the city. We rode on the Funiculaire, which gave us a breathtaking, panoramic view of the Lower Town. Once at the top, we went on a scavenger hunt in the Upper Town, where we learned even more about Quebec history while having fun going all around the city, finding the answers to the questions given to us. Next, we went to a costume workshop at Artillery Park, where we enjoyed watching two of our classmates being dressed in the traditional clothing of the French and British soldiers. With hungry stomachs, we had a sweet dinner at a Sugar Shack. We ate some familiar foods, such as ham and potatoes, but with a twist: a sugary drizzle of maple syrup on top! We also tried some Quebec specialties, such as tourtiere, baked beans, and pea soup. The experience included music, spoon playing, and traditional Quebec dancing, and we all enjoyed it. Before leaving, we went on a horse-drawn buggy ride through the forest, which was a fascinating experience. We then returned to our hotel to get some energy for the last day.

We were all dreading our last day, and trying to avoid the fact that our fun was coming to an end. We started off with a big buffet breakfast back at La Vieille Maison du Spaghetti, and then walked to the Terrasse Dufferin to make a memory with a group photo of our 50 students and 5 teachers who were willing to supervise us on this trip. Then, we had almost an hour to roam around the city one last time so that we could buy some final souvenirs, take a few more photos, and purchase lunch for our trip back.

This was the end to our highly anticipated graduation trip, the one we waited all year for, counting down the days until our special week. In just 4 days and 3 nights, it was all over. This experience was so truly unforgettable and one that we all wish we could relive again.

Ada and Abigail

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FOREST OF READING: The end of the year is almost near and I want to thank all the students who have put our library to good use! We wrapped up our 2015 Blue Spruce, Silver Birch and Red Maple book

clubs and students loved being able to vote for their favourite title. After the students voted, the winning books were: Blue Spruce = The Day My Mom Came to Kindergarten by Maureen Fergus

Silver Birch = The Night Gardener by Jonathan Auxier

Red Maple = The Rule of Three by Eric Walters

BOOK RETURNS: A reminder to all students that books are to be returned to the library the week of June 8 -11 with all books being returned by the 12th of June. Also, payment for any lost books must handed in to Mrs. Ferazzoli by June 19th.

AUTHOR VISITS: This year we had the pleasure of welcoming 3 authors to visit our students. Our grade 1 & 2s were visited by Helene Boudreau, Blue Spruce winning author of “I Dare You Not to Yawn”. The grade 3-5s were visited by Michael Wade, author of the “And Then it Happened” series. Finally, our grade 6-8s were visited by Red Maple award winning author Wesley King. He wrote the books “The Vindico” and “The Feros.” All authors kept the kids captivated with discussions about the writing process, reading parts of their books and discussing how to work towards their dreams and to never give up. Many children even purchased signed copies of the various books presented by each author.

SUMMER READING: During the summer break, students are encouraged to keep up with their reading and a wonderful way to do this is to visit your local library. The closest one to us is Milliken Mills Public Library, but all Markham Libraries have amazing resources, collections and programs. Visit www.markham.ca, click the top tab titled “Recreation & Culture”, then scroll down to “Markham Public Library” to get information on all our Markham public libraries. Make sure to snap a picture of yourself reading over the summer, so that Mrs. Ferazzoli can put it up on the “Welcome Back from Summer Reading” bulletin board outside the library!

Happy Reading! Mrs. Ferazzoli ~ Teacher-Librarian

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Summer Institute Kids – Great Programs for Randall Students

The York Region District School Board’s Summer Institute is a program that offers academic, recreational and athletic programs and activities with intentional links to the Ontario Curriculum for children and youth entering Senior Kindergarten to Grade 8.

Weekly Sessions July 6, 2015 to August 14, 2015

Programs are offered at locations in Richmond Hill, Markham, Stouffville, Newmarket, Wood-bridge, Vaughan and Georgina from 9:00 am - 3:30 pm with extended YMCA before and aftercare programs available at all locations. Locations closest to Randall P.S. include Armadale SI, Aldergrove SI, and Union-ville Meadows SI.

The Summer Institute is being offered to community members as a component of the Performance Plus (P+) Family of Schools.

The “Performance” in the program’s name refers to student achievement and well-being.

The “Plus” in the program’s name refers to the additional resources and leadership that can enhance learning in elementary schools in neighbourhoods affected by poverty.

Additional resources and leadership bring school staff members, families and communities together to en-sure that every child is prepared to learn.

For further information regarding programming, locations and registration please visit the board website use the following URL.

http://www.yrdsb.ca/Programs/summer/si/Pages/default.aspx http://www.yrdsb.ca/Programs/summer/si/Documents/2015/ArmadalePS-Registration.pdf

http://www.yrdsb.ca/Programs/summer/si/Documents/2015/AldergrovePS-Registration.pdf

http://www.yrdsb.ca/Programs/summer/si/Documents/2015/UnionvilleMeadowsPS-Registration.pdf

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Summer Institute at Aldergrove P.S.

The Summer Institute is a fun way for kids to be active and engaged in a variety of sports, technol-ogy, arts and science activities while still keeping up with their overall academic skills. TRANSPORTATION TO ALDERGROVE SUMMER INSTITUTE WILL BE PROVIDED WITH BUS PICK UP AND DROP OFF FROM THE FOLLOWING SCHOOLS:

The pickup and drop off times will be emailed to the families once the times have been con-firmed.

The program begins July 6 and ends August 14, 2015. Students have the option of joining for the whole 6 week session or by individual weeklong sessions. Fees for the program can be found in our brochure on the YRDSB website under Programs and Services.

http://www.yrdsb.ca/Programs/summer/si/Pages/Summer-Institute-Registration.aspx

Registrations have begun and please note that all registrations (along with payment) can be dropped off at Aldergrove P.S, delivered or mailed to Dr. Bette Stephenson Centre for Learning, 36 Regatta Dr., Richmond Hill On. L4E 4R1

If you have any questions please contact the Regional Summer institute Office at Dr. Bette Stephen-son. Email: Performanceplus.si@yrdsb.ca Phone: 905-884-2046 (ext 240).

We look forward to seeing you for fun and excitement this summer!

Randall PS

Wilclay PS

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Free Come Try Ringette

Ages 4 to 12

September 12, 2pm

Angus Glen Arena

3990 Major Mackenzie Dr E. Markham Bring your skates, gloves/mitts and CSA

approved helmet to try it. Register online MarkhamRingette.com

We will remind you in September!

Enroll into our Fall Programs

Bear Cubs Regional/provincial Teams

> Geared to kids ages 4-12 > Experienced skaters, hockey players &

> Focus is on learning/improving graduates of our Bear Cubs program

skating skills & learning ringette skills > Full protective ringette equipment is

> Ringette stick / Jersey Loan program requ i red (we can ass is t you wi t h t h i s )

> October to March, 20 weeks > Fee includes power skating on Friday

> 2 hours / week Tuesday nights & n igh ts ( a $495 va lue ! )

Saturday Mornings > Tuesday night practice & weekend game

> Only $349* for 40 sessions > October to March, 20 weeks > O n l y $ 67 5* f o r 60 ses s ion s

*Early bird rate for registrations & full payment by

June 30th 2015. Add $50 after July 1st 2015.

Ringette is the fastest growing non-contact game on ice. It promotes a life ling interest in fitness and health. Through

ringette, participants develop physical and teamwork skills while the healthy competition assists with emotional and

social maturity. We focus on teaching FUNdamentals, win or lose your kids with thrive both ON and OFF the ice.

To learn more about Canada’s great sport gaining International acclaim (and now played in many countries overseas) please

visit our website to see the fun that is in store!

We are a parent-volunteer run non-profit association, serving Markham for over 34 years. Our fees are low and

the excitement is through the roof! Call Lisa for more information 905-910-9810.

(Learn to Skate & Play) (Ages 8 and up)