School News
Blue Willow continues to be filled with exciting opportunities for learning and growing. During the month of October, many of our classes enjoyed extended learning experiences: from visiting our local library and community centres, to engaging in seasonal changes at the farm! We are also very happy to announce that the Blue Willow School Community raised over $775 for the Terry Fox Foundation. Thank you to all of our staff, students and parents for their participation and support. Donations continue to be welcomed at: http://www.terryfox.ca/BlueWillowPSWoodbridge. Congratulations to both Ms. Currie and Mr. Venditti, who have both acquired a contract position in our Board! We welcome Ms. Chance (Grade 7A) and Mr. Sandhu, who have joined our Blue Willow Family and are committed to supporting student success and well-being.
As the season changes, the weather tends to be unpredictable throughout the school day. Please ensure that your child(ren) are prepared for outdoor play and activity during recess times with appropriate outdoor wear for the weather.
Parents and guardians are also encouraged to stay informed of Bus Arrival times by checking your child(ren)'s bus status under Late Bus report on www.schoolbuscity.com.
Progress Reports and Parent-Teacher Interview dates are fast approaching. Please note that Progress Reports will be sent home on Wednesday, November 23, 2016 and Parent-Teacher Interviews will take place during the evening of Thursday, November 24, 2016 and the morning of Friday, November 25, 2016. During your interview times, parents/guardians will have the opportunity to formally engage in conversations regarding your child(ren)’s progress in developing learning skills and academic achievement. As always, individual student conversations should be ongoing and we continue to partner in building student success together.
November 2016 Schedule
Monday
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Tuesday
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Wednesday
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Thursday
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Friday
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1
Bus Safety
Day 3
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2
Day 4
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3
Day 5
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4
Day 1
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7
Day 2
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8
Day 3
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9
Day 4
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10
Day 5
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11
Remembrance
Day Assembly
10:30-11:15 a.m.
Day 1
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14
Day 2
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15
Day 3
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16
Day 4
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17
Picture Re-Take
Day 5
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18
Day 1
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21
Day 2
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22
Day 3
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23
Progress Reports
Sent Home
Day 4
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24
Evening Parent-Teacher Interviews
Day 5
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25
P.A. Day – NO SCHOOL
Parent-Teacher Interviews
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28
Day 1
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29
Day 2
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30
Day 3
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Community News
Thank you to our School Council members for engaging our families in three fun-filled and high energy DRUMFIT sessions on Thursday, October 13, 2016.
What an enjoyable way to connect with others, relieve stress, and benefit from a great cardiovascular workout!! It truly was an un"beat"able experience!
Next School Council Meeting
Monday, December 5, 2016 in our Library from 6:30-8:30 p.m.
Parking Reminders
When parking in school and Board parking lots, please ensure you are parked in an appropriate designated parking space and obeying any parking signage. Failure to do so may result in a parking ticket. Our schools are busy locations, and the safety of all our students is paramount.
 Here are some tips to help you:
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Board News
Free Adult Education Classes
Adult ESL classes: http://www.yrdsb.ca/Programs/ConEd/Pages/ESL.aspx
PATHWAYS TO OPPORTUNITY
Emily Carr Secondary School in partnership with Woodbridge College and Tommy Douglas S.S., presents a PATHWAYS TO OPPORTUNITY evening taking place on Thursday, November 10th from 6:30 pm - 8:30 pm.
This is an opportunity for students and their parents/guardians to meet with representatives from over 50 universities and colleges, as well as numerous other post-secondary institutions, in order to learn more about the different programs they offer.
This event will help students reflect upon their Individual Pathway Plan. A list of current confirmed attendees can be found on the poster below.
