Week of February 12th, 2024

 Spectrum Bake Sale

Thank yo to all the graduates and our school council for their collective efforts with organizing a fantastic bake sale for the school. There was an abundance of delicious baked goods for everyone to enjoy! Such a wonderful treat for us all. As well, thank you to all the families, staff and students that supported the bake sale. 

Toronto Marlies-Game (Field Trip)

On February 14th, our Junior classes (M. Kule, Mme Andreasen, Ms. Harnick, Mr. Baillie, Ms. Jackie, Mr. Jegede, Mme Smegal) all participated in a school field trip to watch the Toronto Marlie's Hockey School Game at the Coca Cola Coliseum. What a wonderful opportunity for students to be part of the excitement cheering on the Toronto Marlies. A special thank you to, Ms. Francesca, for all her hard work and efforts organizing and setting up this opportunity for students. We also extend our appreciation to all the staff and parent/caregiver volunteers who helped with the trip. We value your contributions and participation.

Change Makers Program

We will be launching our Change Makers initiative next week at Davisville JPS. Some of our graduating students were provided with learning and training in conflict resolution skills. They learned effective tools and strategies for managing peer conflicts. Their role is to serve as student leaders and role models outside during recesses and to help their peers be "the change they want to see." Change makers will support their peers outside with conflict resolution strategies and with any disputes that may arise. Our goal is to ensure that all of our students can develop conflict resolution and problem-solving skills, as this is essential to their success especially in their interpersonal relationships with others. Change makers will also encourage students to develop positive relationships with their peers by role modelling the behaviours we expect of all students including showing empathy, respect, inclusion, equity and kindness towards all members of our school community. 

CMIM Black History Month Exhibit at Davisville JPS/Spectrum Alternative

  

On February 21st, we have the Canadian Multicultural Inventors Museum coming to Davisville & Spectrum. The CMIM will showcase an educational exhibit for students that focuses on Black/African excellence and achievement in the area of STEAM. The exhibit is a great way to disrupt dominant and traditional perspectives and narratives that don't acknowledge or celebrate the many contributions that diverse communities have and continue to make in advancing science and technology.

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Special Education and Inclusion-Parent Engagement Session

Special education and inclusion is pleased to offer their second engagement session for parents/guardians/caregivers this year. Please see the flyers below for further details:

Morning Session – March 5th Flyer
FLYER Parent Session March 5th AM Session.pptx - Google Slides

Evening Session – March 6th Flyer
FLYER Parent Session March 6th PM Session.pptx - Google Slides

Let’s Connect About Mental Health and Well Being Webinar Series

Please see attached information about the virtual Let’s Connect About Mental Health and Well Being Webinar Series: Parent Voices-Creating fun opportunities to  connect and boost positive mental health, joy and happiness on February 22, 2023 from 7pm-8:30pm.

Audience: Students, families, parents, guardians, caregivers and staff; ALL are welcome!

Members from our Mental Health and Well-being Parent Partnership Committee will add their voices on the importance of exploring fun activities for positive mental health and wellness.  In addition, please come and enjoy break out rooms, which will be co-lead by Professional Support Staff and community partners, on different ways we can enhance overall mental health and wellness.

Let's Connect About Mental Health Flyer