| March 1st Weekly Update | http://had.scdsb.on.ca/about-us/news/school-news/209 | March 1st Weekly Update | <p>Monday, March 1st– DAY FIVE
- </p><p>Tuesday, March 2nd – DAY ONE
- </p><p>Wednesday, March 3rd – DAY TWO
- </p><p>Thursday, March 4th – DAY THREE
- School Council Meeting at 6 p.m. – All Welcome – if you would like to attend as a non-voting
member, please email chrishadfield@scdsb.on.ca by Monday, Mar. 1st at 4 p.m. </p><p>Friday, March 5th – DAY FOUR
- </p><p>Some Upcoming Dates to Remember: </p><p>April 2nd – Good Friday (School Closed for the Holiday) </p><p>April 5th – Easter Monday (School Closed for the Holiday)</p><p> April 12 – 16 – Spring Break (Revised dates due to Ministry Directive) </p><p>Messages: </p><p>KINDERGARTEN REGISTRATION: If someone in your household or in your neighbourhood is turning 4 years
old in 2021, it is time for them to register to start Kindergarten this coming September! Registration can
take place online at https://www.scdsb.on.ca/elementary/planning_for_school/registration - if you need
assistance, do not hesitate to contact our school office. </p><p>FLIP GIVE FUNDRAISER - This season, fundraising for Chris Hadfield Public School is going to be so
much easier with Flip Give, a free school fundraising app. We earn cash back on every purchase we
make all year long! All you have to do is shop anytime with the brands you already love, like Home
Depot, Walmart, Amazon, Sport Chek, Indigo, Old Navy, Apple, Esso, and Loblaws. No more going
door-to-door selling chocolate bars - it’s completely virtual and contactless. Join our team now and
you’ll get a $5 bonus the first time you shop:
https://flipgive.app.link/teams/join?fundraiser_name=Chris&joincode=6SDXWC - Or, download
the FlipGive! App and enter this code: 6SDXWC </p><p>PARKING LOT: The entrance coming into our school on West Park Avenue is closed from 9:00 a.m. until 3:45
p.m. This entrance will be used for bussing and Emergency vehicles only during this time. We have had to
make this decision due to the numbers of vehicles speeding through this area, creating unsafe conditions.
There have also been numerous occasions where people have parked in the fire safety zones preventing
Emergency vehicles from accessing these locations. Visitors can access our parking lot behind the school
using the Miller Park Avenue entrance during school hours. We would ask that parents/guardians please
follow the directions of our staff on duty in the parking lot, before and after school. We are providing
direction in the interest of student safety. We would also ask that our disabled parking spaces are not
blocked. The parking lot continues be closed from 3:20 p.m. – 3:45 p.m. each day to ensure minimal traffic
on school property during dismissal time. We have connected with South Simcoe Police and By-Law officers
who have informed us that they will be monitoring our school neighbourhood regularly during school entry
and exit times. Above all, we would ask that respectful and safe practices are top priorities on our school
grounds.<br></p> | | | |
| New Covid-19 Screening Update | http://had.scdsb.on.ca/about-us/news/school-news/208 | New Covid-19 Screening Update | <p>Each day, families are asked to ensure that their child(ren) complete the COVID-19 school screening
tool prior to coming to school.
In an effort to strengthen health and safety measures and help reduce the spread of COVID-19, the
criteria in the provincial COVID-19 school screening tool has been updated by the Chief Medical
Officer of Health.
The updated provincial direction states that students and staff with any new or worsening symptoms
of COVID-19 (as indicated in the screening tool), even those with only one symptom, must stay home
until:
They receive a negative COVID-19 test result;
They receive an alternative diagnosis by a health care professional; or,
It has been 10 days since their symptom onset and they are feeling better.
In addition, all asymptomatic household contacts of symptomatic individuals are required to
quarantine until the symptomatic household member receives a negative COVID-19 test result or
receives an alternative diagnosis by a health care professional.
If the symptomatic individual tests positive, or is not tested and does not receive an alternative
diagnosis from a health care professional, the symptomatic individual must isolate (including from
household members) for 10 days from symptom onset, and all household contacts must isolate until
14 days from their last contact with the symptomatic individual.
The updated COVID-19 school screening tool is available on the Ontario government’s website here:
https://covid-19.ontario.ca/school-screening/.
Thank you for your ongoing support and cooperation. <br></p> | | | |
| February 22nd Weekly Update | http://had.scdsb.on.ca/about-us/news/school-news/207 | February 22nd Weekly Update | <p>Monday, February 22nd – DAY FIVE
- </p><p>Tuesday, February 23rd – DAY ONE
- </p><p>Wednesday, February 24th – DAY TWO
- PINK SHIRT DAY – We encourage staff and students to wear pink to promote anti-bullying
initiatives </p><p>Thursday, February 25th – DAY THREE
- </p><p>Friday, February 26th – DAY FOUR
- SPIRIT DAY – We encourage staff and students to wear their pajamas today </p><p>Some Upcoming Dates to Remember:</p><p> March 4th – School Council Meeting (6:00 p.m. – All Welcome – Virtual Meeting Invite information will be
available in the next Weekly Update)</p><p>
April 2nd – Good Friday (School Closed for the Holiday)</p><p> April 5th – Easter Monday (School Closed for the Holiday) </p><p>April 12 – 16 – Spring Break (Revised dates due to Ministry Directive) </p><p>Messages: </p><p>KINDERGARTEN REGISTRATION: If someone in your household or in your neighbourhood is turning 4 years
old in 2021, it is time for them to register to start Kindergarten this coming September! Registration can
take place online at https://www.scdsb.on.ca/elementary/planning_for_school/registration - if you need
assistance, do not hesitate to contact our school office. </p><p>FLIP GIVE FUNDRAISER - This season, fundraising for Chris Hadfield Public School is going to be so
much easier with Flip Give, a free school fundraising app. We earn cash back on every purchase we
make all year long! All you have to do is shop anytime with the brands you already love, like Home
Depot, Walmart, Amazon, Sport Chek, Indigo, Old Navy, Apple, Esso, and Loblaws. No more going
door-to-door selling chocolate bars - it’s completely virtual and contactless. Join our team now and
you’ll get a $5 bonus the first time you shop:
https://flipgive.app.link/teams/join?fundraiser_name=Chris&joincode=6SDXWC - Or, download
the FlipGive! App and enter this code: 6SDXWC </p><p>PARKING LOT: The entrance coming into our school on West Park Avenue is closed from 9:00 a.m. until 3:45
p.m. This entrance will be used for bussing and Emergency vehicles only during this time. We have had to
make this decision due to the numbers of vehicles speeding through this area, creating unsafe conditions.
There have also been numerous occasions where people have parked in the fire safety zones preventing
Emergency vehicles from accessing these locations. Visitors can access our parking lot behind the school
using the Miller Park Avenue entrance during school hours. We would ask that parents/guardians please
follow the directions of our staff on duty in the parking lot, before and after school. We are providing
direction in the interest of student safety. We would also ask that our disabled parking spaces are not
blocked. The parking lot continues be closed from 3:20 p.m. – 3:45 p.m. each day to ensure minimal traffic
on school property during dismissal time. We have connected with South Simcoe Police and By-Law officers
who have informed us that they will be monitoring our school neighbourhood regularly during school entry
and exit times. Above all, we would ask that respectful and safe practices are top priorities on our school
grounds.<br></p> | | | |
| February 15th Weekly Update | http://had.scdsb.on.ca/about-us/news/school-news/206 | February 15th Weekly Update | <p>Monday, February 15th – FAMILY DAY
- School Closed for the Family Day Holiday – We recommend playing a board game today and taking a
break from technology </p><p> Tuesday, February 16th – DAY ONE
- Term 1 Report Cards go home</p><p>Wednesday, February 17th – DAY TWO
- Class Re-organization occurs for students who are changing learning platforms – this would have
been communicated to affected families prior to February 12th</p><p>
Thursday, February 18th – DAY THREE
- </p><p>Friday, February 19th – DAY FOUR
- SPIRIT DAY – Staff and students are encouraged to wear their favourite Team Jersey today! </p><p>Some Upcoming Dates to Remember: </p><p>February 26th – SPIRIT DAY – Pajama Day </p><p>Messages: </p><p>PARENTS/VISITORS WEARING MASKS ON SCHOOL PROPERTY: As an additional health and safety measure,
we would ask that any of our parents/visitors that come onto school property, wear a face covering/mask
(unless you are in your vehicle for Kiss N’ Ride). Whether coming to school for drop off or pick up, wearing a
face covering/mask on school property will provide further protection for our students, families and staff.
We appreciate your co-operation with this. </p><p>CLASS RE-ORGANIZATION: In December, the SCDSB emailed all families a survey, asking parents/guardians
to indicate whether they were interested in changing learning platforms for their child (i.e. Learn @ Home to
in-person or vice-versa). The results of this survey has been shared with the school and we are working on
finalizing class placements for Term 2 based on the information provided to us. Due to space in classes, not
all requests are able to be accommodated. If your child will be moving classes, you will be notified by the
school by end of day, February 12th. New class placements will start on February 17th (whether we have
returned to in-person learning or not), which is the beginning of Term 2. We are not accepting any requests
for class placements from families, because much of the changes were facilitated centrally, by the school
board. </p><p>
KINDERGARTEN REGISTRATION: If someone in your household or in your neighbourhood is turning 4 years
old in 2021, it is time for them to register to start Kindergarten this coming September! Registration can
take place online at https://www.scdsb.on.ca/elementary/planning_for_school/registration - if you need
assistance, do not hesitate to contact our school office.</p><p>
FLIP GIVE FUNDRAISER - This season, fundraising for Chris Hadfield Public School is going to be so
much easier with Flip Give, a free school fundraising app. We earn cash back on every purchase we
make all year long! All you have to do is shop anytime with the brands you already love, like Home
Depot, Walmart, Amazon, Sport Chek, Indigo, Old Navy, Apple, Esso, and Loblaws. No more going
door-to-door selling chocolate bars - it’s completely virtual and contactless. Join our team now and
you’ll get a $5 bonus the first time you shop:
https://flipgive.app.link/teams/join?fundraiser_name=Chris&joincode=6SDXWC - Or, download
the FlipGive! App and enter this code: 6SDXWC </p><p>PARKING LOT: The entrance coming into our school on West Park Avenue is closed from 9:00 a.m. until 3:45
p.m. This entrance will be used for bussing and Emergency vehicles only during this time. We have had to
make this decision due to the numbers of vehicles speeding through this area, creating unsafe conditions.
There have also been numerous occasions where people have parked in the fire safety zones preventing
Emergency vehicles from accessing these locations. Visitors can access our parking lot behind the school
using the Miller Park Avenue entrance during school hours. We would ask that parents/guardians please
follow the directions of our staff on duty in the parking lot, before and after school. We are providing
direction in the interest of student safety. We would also ask that our disabled parking spaces are not
blocked. The parking lot continues be closed from 3:20 p.m. – 3:45 p.m. each day to ensure minimal traffic
on school property during dismissal time. We have connected with South Simcoe Police and By-Law officers
who have informed us that they will be monitoring our school neighbourhood regularly during school entry
and exit times. Above all, we would ask that respectful and safe practices are top priorities on our school
grounds.</p> | | | |
| February 8th Weekly Update | http://had.scdsb.on.ca/about-us/news/school-news/205 | February 8th Weekly Update | <p>Monday, February 8th – DAY ONE
- In-Person Classes will resume today!
- In-Person Students who borrowed technology from the school during the school closure must return
their devices (with charger) today – see further messaging below </p><p>Tuesday, February 9th – DAY TWO
- </p><p>Wednesday, February 10th – DAY THREE
- </p><p>Thursday, February 11th – DAY FOUR
- </p><p>Friday, February 12th – DAY FIVE
- SPIRIT DAY – Wear your House Colours, CHPS Wear and our School Colours! </p><p>Some Upcoming Dates to Remember:</p><p>February 15th – Family Day – School is closed for the holiday</p><p>
February 16th – Term 1 Report Cards go home </p><p>February 17th – Class Re-organization occurs for students who are changing learning platforms – this would
have been communicated to affected student’s families prior to February 5th</p><p>
February 19th – SPIRIT DAY – Staff and students are encouraged to wear their favourite Team Jersey! </p><p>February 26th – SPIRIT DAY – Pajama Day </p><p>Messages: </p><p>TECHNOLOGY RETURN: On Monday, February 8th students who have been loaned technology (i.e.
chromebook, ipads, SEA, etc.) from the school are asked to return it to school on this day. There are two
options for families to return the technology and charger. They can send the technology (with charger) back
with their child who can hand it into their teacher, or staff will be available from 9:00 a.m. – 9:30 a.m. to
receive returned technology with charger, outside the main doors of the school. It is important that we
receive the borrowed technology (with charger) back at school on Monday, so that we are able to disinfect
them and prepare them for student use as in-person learning has returned. Thank you for your cooperation.<br></p><p>
CLASS RE-ORGANIZATION: In December, the SCDSB emailed all families a survey, asking parents/guardians
to indicate whether they were interested in changing learning platforms for their child (i.e. Learn @ Home to
in-person or vice-versa). Results of this survey has been shared with the school and we are working on
finalizing class placements for Term 2 based on the information provided to us. Due to space in classes, not
all requests are able to be accommodated. If your child will be moving classes, you will be notified by the
school by end of day, February 1st. New class placements will start on February 17th (whether we have
returned to in-person learning or not), which is the beginning of Term 2. We are not accepting any requests
for class placements from families, because much of the changes were facilitated centrally by the school
board. If you have not heard from the school by Friday, February 5th, then your child will remain in their
current class. </p><p>KINDERGARTEN REGISTRATION: If someone in your household or in your neighbourhood is turning 4 in
2021, it is time for them to register to start Kindergarten this coming September! Registration can take
place online at https://www.scdsb.on.ca/elementary/planning_for_school/registration - if you need
assistance, do not hesitate to contact our school office. </p><p>FLIP GIVE FUNDRAISER - This season, fundraising for Chris Hadfield Public School is going to be so
much easier with Flip Give, a free school fundraising app. We earn cash back on every purchase we
make all year long! All you have to do is shop anytime with the brands you already love, like Home
Depot, Walmart, Amazon, Sport Chek, Indigo, Old Navy, Apple, Esso, and Loblaws. No more going
door-to-door selling chocolate bars - it’s completely virtual and contactless. Join our team now and
you’ll get a $5 bonus the first time you shop:
https://flipgive.app.link/teams/join?fundraiser_name=Chris&joincode=6SDXWC - Or, download
the FlipGive! App and enter this code: 6SDXWC </p><p>PARKING LOT: The entrance coming into our school on West Park Avenue is closed from 9:00 a.m. until 3:45
p.m. This entrance will be used for bussing and Emergency vehicles only during this time. We have had to
make this decision due to the numbers of vehicles speeding through this area, creating unsafe conditions.
There have also been numerous occasions where people have parked in the fire safety zones preventing
Emergency vehicles from accessing these locations. Visitors can access our parking lot behind the school
using the Miller Park Avenue entrance during school hours. We would ask that parents/guardians please
follow the directions of our staff on duty in the parking lot, before and after school. We are providing
direction in the interest of student safety. We would also ask that our disabled parking spaces are not
blocked. The parking lot continues be closed from 3:20 p.m. – 3:45 p.m. each day to ensure minimal traffic
on school property during dismissal time. We have connected with South Simcoe Police and By-Law officers
who have informed us that they will be monitoring our school neighbourhood regularly during school entry
and exit times. Above all, we would ask that respectful and safe practices are top priorities on our school
grounds.<br></p> | | | |
| Return To School - February 8th | http://had.scdsb.on.ca/about-us/news/school-news/204 | Return To School - February 8th | <p>PRINCIPAL’S MESSAGE:
We are looking forward to welcoming students back to in-person learning on Monday, February 8th
. This past
school year has been certainly challenging with all of the unknowns, but as a school community, we pulled
together and made the best of a difficult situation. As we prepare to return to school after the winter break
and recent school closure, it is important that we continue to remain vigilant in ensuring that we do everything
we can to keep our students safe and healthy. We want to assure you that our staff continues to work
diligently with the Simcoe District School Board, in partnership with Simcoe Muskoka District Health Unit to
ensure that the enhanced public health measures are in place as we continue to work through the ongoing
pandemic.
We will need to rely on all community members’ patience, kindness and flexibility as we flourish within this
new normal. These are unprecedented times, but as a school community, we’ve done a remarkable job in
working together to promote a healthy and safe learning environment for our children.</p><p>
Communication from the school will be coming regularly, so please ensure that your preferred email address is
provided to our school office – you can update your email address by emailing chrishadfield@scdsb.on.ca </p><p>Outlined below are many of the safety measures that will continue to be in place for the 2020-2021 school
year at Chris Hadfield Public School. It will be important to follow all the existing protocols, as these are best
practices that have been laid out by SMDHDU to promote a safe learning environment for all of our students.
Please read carefully, and retain this document for further use – much of this is a review from the Fall’s Return
To School document, updated with the new health and safety directives from the Ministry and Public Health
Authority. </p><p>COVID-19 SELF ASSESSMENT:
It is imperative that each day prior to coming to school, students need to complete the Covid-19 Self
Assessment Tool:
https://covid-19.ontario.ca/self-assessment/
Students who are exhibiting any symptoms need to remain at home. Staff will be following this same protocol
as this will be instrumental in ensuring a healthy learning environment.</p><p>
SHOWING SIGNS OF COVID-19 AT SCHOOL:
If students begin to show signs of Covid-19 at school, they will be guided to an isolation room (formerly our
multi-purpose room). Parents/Guardians will be called and will need to come to the school to pick up the
students immediately. If parents/guardians are unable to come, they will have to make alternative
arrangements for pick up of their child. Families must come up with a plan for such an event, as students
need to be picked up in an expedient manner. </p><p>TECHNOLOGY RETURN:
On Monday, February 8th in-person students who have been loaned technology (i.e. chromebook, ipads, SEA,
etc.) from the school are asked to return it to school on this day. There are two options for families to return
the technology and charger. They can send the technology (with charger) back with their child who can hand it
into their teacher, or staff will be available from 9:00 a.m. – 9:30 a.m. to receive returned technology with
charger, outside the main doors of the school. It is important that we receive the borrowed technology (with
charger) back at school on Monday, so that we are able to disinfect them and prepare them for student use as
in-person learning has returned. Learn @ Home students who borrowed technology in the Fall and are
continuing with this platform, do not need to return the devices at this time. Thank you for your co-operation. </p><p>FACE MASKS/COVERINGS:
Face masks are now mandatory for all students (Kindergarten – Grade 8) and must be worn at all times,
including when outside for recess. Face masks/coverings must be provided by the home and masks must
cover the nose and mouth. We would recommend using this weekend to prepare your child for wearing a
mask in an effort to get ready for a return to school. While we will provide coaching and prompting of students
to assist them with mask wearing, students who refuse to wear a mask will be sent home, as this is a SCDSB (in
consultation with Simcoe Muskoka District Health Unit) directive for in-school learning. All staff will be
wearing medical graded face coverings while in the school. With students now wearing masks outdoors,
families may want to send their child with multiple masks for the day, in case they become wet. </p><p>NO PARENTS/VISITORS IN THE BUILDING:
As part of the enhanced health and safety measures, there will be no parents, visitors or volunteers allowed
in the building at any time. We would ask that you do not pick up your child at school during the school day,
unless it is absolutely necessary (extenuating circumstances only). If early dismissal cannot be avoided, we
would ask that you call ahead. You will need to buzz the office from outside the front doors and wait until
school staff can direct your child outside. Be prepared to wait and we ask for your patience. At no times will
parents/guardians be allowed in the building. If you need to communicate with your child’s educators, it will
need to be done through phone or email. </p><p>GYM/LIBRARY:
The gymnasium and library will be closed for the 2020-2021 school year, unless otherwise directed by the
Simcoe Muskoka District Health Unit. </p><p>ARRIVE ON TIME:
Our school day begins at 9:15 a.m. and students can arrive between 9:00 a.m. – 9:15 a.m. and they can go
directly to their classrooms (There is no supervision before 9:00 a.m.). After 9:15 a.m., the only school doors
that will be opened for student entry are the front doors of the school. For students arriving late (after 9:15
a.m.), they will need to go to the front entrance of the school and line up (physically distance – 2m apart) and
prepare to wait for school staff to come out, sign them in and allow entrance into the building.
Students/Families arriving late must be prepared to wait (potentially lengthy waits) as we work through this
process. Students who are late, must be accompanied by a parent/guardian as there will be no supervision for
late students. We will ask for your co-operation and assistance with this matter. It would serve everyone’s
best interests for students to arrive prior to 9:15 a.m. to avoid long waits. </p><p>LUNCHES:
Students will need to come prepared daily with their snacks, lunch and reusable water bottle for the day.
Parents/guardians will not be allowed to come to the school during the day to drop off food or drink – this
will no longer be an option as part of our enhanced health and safety protocols. Students are asked to
remain at school for lunch.
We will have “Grab and Go” snacks available at school for students who forget their lunch – but it will be
essential that students have the food and drink they need each day. Snack/lunch sharing is not permissible.
The hot lunch program and selling of food at school is closed until further notice.
Water fountains have been turned off and bagged, but water bottle refill stations will be available for student
and staff use.
As a school we are promoting the Boomerang Lunch concept. This is for students to bring home any of their
own garbage to dispose at home in an effort to reduce the handling of garbage and recycling in classrooms
throughout the pandemic. </p><p>FIELD TRIPS/ASSEMBLIES/CO-CURRICULAR:
At this time, only virtual assemblies, presentations, field trips and co-curricular activities are permitted. </p><p>STUDENT PERSONAL BELONGINGS:
It is essential that students limit the personal belongings that they bring to school. All student personal items
will remain at their assigned desk or table spot. Please label your child’s belongings to support this.
Recess and Nutrition Breaks:
Students will remain in their cohort (class) during all recess and nutrition breaks as is current protocol.
Students will have assigned areas to enjoy in their cohort to avoid Covid-19 transmission. </p><p>End of Day Dismissal:
To avoid congregating at the end of the day, we are having a staggered dismissal: </p><p>Kindergarten Students – can be picked up as early as 3:15 p.m. and as late as 3:35 p.m. </p><p>Grades 1 to 5 Students – will be dismissed at 3:35 p.m. </p><p>Grades 6 to 8 Students – can be dismissed as early as 3:20 p.m. and as late as 3:35 p.m. – these students are
welcome to stay in their classroom until 3:35 p.m. if they are picking up siblings at the end of the day </p><p>Learn @ Home Students:
On Monday, February 8th, Learn @ Home students will continue with the remote learning platform that
they’ve been following since the Fall. </p><p>FOR FURTHER INFORMATION ON THE RETURN TO SCHOOL PLAN FOR SCDSB SCHOOLS, PLEASE VISIT:
https://www.scdsb.on.ca/covid-19<br></p> | | | |