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Students and staff had a busy week this week! Some days we had to keep warm on the play yard, even with March nearly coming to an end. Gentle reminder to ensure that your child is prepared for outdoor learning and play with appropriate clothing for the ever changing conditions!
Movie Night
Sincere gratitude to our wonderful School Council for a fantastic Family Movie night last week! What a wonderful opportunity for LePhare families to join together in community.
LePhare School Swag
Le Phare School Swag WebStore is now open! This is your chance to show off your Le Phare pride and grab some stylish gear. Plus, they make a great gift for a fellow student or family member!
What’s available?
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T-shirts – Stylish and comfortable, available in both children’s and adult sizes.
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Hoodies & Zip-up Sweatshirts – Perfect for layering and staying warm, available in both children’s and adult sizes.
Important Details:
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The web store is open until April 13th, 2025.
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All orders will be received in early May.
Webstore:
https://login.commonsku.com/
Decolonizing Autism: A Nehiyaw (Plains Cree) Perspective
We are welcoming Dr. Grant Bruno for a virtual session exploring how to better support Indigenous families with Autistic children by incorporating Indigenous perspectives and knowledge. This session will explore the significance of Indigenous culture and connection in building healthy environments. Attendees will learn practical strategies for integrating holistic models into Western education, informed by Dr. Bruno’s research.
Date: Thursday, April 10, 2025
Time: 7:00 p.m. - 8:45 p.m.
Format: Zoom Webinar. Register now.
Save The Date: LePhare Talent Show!!!
The LePhare community talent show is back! Mark your calendars for Friday, May 2nd. This is an event you won’t want to miss! More information to follow from your fabulous school council!
Scientists in the Schools
This week some of our grade 3 students participated in Scientists in the Schools. Students, staff, and volunteers had such a great time and learned a lot about forces. More classes are scheduled for curricular related scientists in the school workshops in the coming weeks. Many thanks to our School Council for generously donating to these activities.
Upcoming Dates
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Mar 28, 2025 |
PA Day– no school for students |
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Apr 9, 2025 |
Combined School Council meeting with Cathryne Millburn re: Program Review@Henry Munro |
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Apr 13, 2025 |
Passover Begins (Judaism) |
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Apr 14, 2025 |
Vaisakhi (Hinduism / Jainism / Sikhism / Buddhism) |
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Apr 18, 2025 |
Good Friday – no school for students (Christianity/Orthodox) |
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Apr 20 or 21 |
Ridvan (Bahai) |
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Apr 21, 2025 |
Easter Monday – no school for students (Christianity) |
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Apr 22, 2025 |
Kattam performance for all students |
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May 26 - 30 |
Grade 3 EQAO |
Have a safe and happy weekend!
Sheila Hodges and Deirdre Sims