Are you interested in a Fee Based Before and After School Care Program

Please send back the detached part of this survey if you would be interested in before and after school care at Munden Park Public School. The care will be offered by an independent agency associated with the Peel District School Board. If we have a commitment from a minimum of 20 families to use the before and after school program, we will then pursue establishing it for the 2013/2014 school year. Please note that this program is run by agencies associated with the Peel District School Board and is independent of the staff at Munden Park Public School. This is a fee based service. The before school program runs from 7:30 a.m. until the start of the school day, and the after school program will start at 3:30 p.m. and run until 6:00 p.m. This program would be available to grade 1 through 5 students attending Munden Park. Please Print Clearly: Your Name: _______________________________________________________________ The name of your child(ren) using the program: Name: _____________________ Date of Birth_______________Present Grade_________ Name:_____________________ Date of Birth______________Present Grade__________ Name: ____________________ Date of Birth _______________Present Grade _________ Your Home Phone _____________________Your Cell Phone_______________________ Please check off those sections that apply: I will commit only to the before school program and understand that there is a monthly fee_____________________________ I will commit only to the after school program and understand that there is a monthly fee ____________________________ I will commit to both the before and after school program and understand that there is a monthly fee____________________________ I understand that this is a fee based service and would be willing to pay ______________ Parent Signature ___________________________________________________________
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Dealing with Transition

At Munden Park P.S., in partnership with our community, we are committed to lifelong learning and responsible citizenship.
The start of this school year has meant a great deal of change for our staff, students and community. Many of our families are new to us, whether through a change in boundary or because they have newly arrived in the country. Adjustment to the routines and expectations of a new school can be a challenge. There was bussing routines to contend with, portable life, making new friends and new teachers to adjust to. And then there was re-organization. Not only did some of our families move countries and schools, now they were being asked to move classes just as their children were becoming accustomed to the routines. The one constant in all of this is that change is inevitable, often out of our control and can have a significant impact. In the past I have often mentioned the importance of building resiliency, or grit, in our students. Life is always full of surprises and learning how to deal with change and adapting to new situations is one of the most important lessons any child could ever learn. There are everyday changes all children face but some children face bigger changes as well, following a loss, a move, or a divorce in the family. All change, whether its the end of the school year, the birth of a sibling, or a move, brings some sadness and uncertainty as well as anticipation and excitement according to the American Pediatric Association. The Partnership for Children points out, You can help your child develop the skills to handle change by understanding your childs needs and by offering encouragement and support. Most children like routine. Adjusting to a new school, new child care, new friends, or a change in the family can be difficult. All children, like all adults, react differently to these changes. One child may be affected for months when a best friend moves away while another child may adapt quickly to this change. Many children adapt easily taking the changes and challenges in stride. Many other children show signs of anxiety and stress. According to the American Pediatric Association, How your child adapts to change will depend on his/her temperament, personality, and your familys circumstances. During times of change your child may be: clingy, moody or irritable, angry, sad, anxious, afraid or less sociable than usual. Here are some ways you can help your child prepare for and handle change: Do what you can to be available during times of transition and change. For example, if your child has a hard time at the beginning or end of the school year, try to be more available during these times. Talk about the change. Talk about what will happen and what the change will mean for all of you. Answer as many of your childs questions as you can. Acknowledge your childs worries and fears. Allow your child to feel angry, sad, and confused during times of change. These feelings are normal and your child needs to be allowed to express them. Acknowledge your childs feelings and respond sympathetically. You might say, Yes, saying goodbye to a friend is really hard. That makes me feel sad, too. Be sure to let your child know that you take his concerns seriously. Involve your child in decisions about the change. Children typically have no control over the major changes in their lives. By involving and including your child in such decisions, you help him feel more in control of the changes in his life. Maintain family routines. Knowing what to expect helps your child feel grounded and secure, especially during times of transition. Maintain family routines around bedtime, TV, and family meals as much as possible. Try to keep other changes in your childs life to a minimum during times of transition. For example, if you are going through a big change at home, this is not the time to send your child to a new camp or new after-school program. Expect that a child who had difficulty in the past with transitions may need extra support during times of change. Talk with your childs teacher about changes going on in your family life. Make sure your child eats well, gets plenty of exercise, and gets enough sleep. The healthier and better rested a child feels, the easier it is to withstand everyday stress and to handle change. Show your child the positive ways that you handle change. Talk about how you feel during times of change and about what you do to cope. Have a positive attitude. If you are confident about an upcoming change, your child will be positive, too.
J. Darroch, Principal Twitter:@MundenPark https://www.facebook.com/MundenParkPublicSchool

J. Darroch - Principal J. Cesar - Vice Principal J. .McDougald - School Trustee - 905 - 459-1446 A. Edwards - Superintendent- 905 366-8800

Munden Park Public School 515 Tedwyn Drive Mississauga, Ontario L5A 1J8 (905) 279-9251

How to prevent litter at school

Did you know that litter is a safety hazard, discourages development, lowers property values and costs money? According to the Region of Peel, litter can attract animals and insects, harm pets and serve as a breeding ground for disease. Here are some tips for reducing waste at school:
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Personal Impressions of the $55 Filla Sapphire 7 Tablet

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As many of our families have asked, Mr. Saccucci, our Instructional Technology expert, provided the following review based on his first impressions of the Sapphire 7 Tablet. Placing the order: I placed the order on Sat, Aug 24th. Total cost shipped to my door= $73. Tablet arrived September 4th. The tablet came in a well designed box. It comes with a power adapter, set of ear buds and a USB connector cable. Once I powered it on, I noticed the following: The screen resolution is not up to current standards but it is fine for daily browsing for information through text, images and videos for students. It plays Youtube videos fine. An area which could be overlooked but I believe is a huge issue for students is that the camera is pointing toward the front of the device. This means you cant simultaneously see both the screen and the object you are taking a picture of. This, in my view, is a big design flow. In the past, students would complete a project, take a picture of it and then use it in an app such as Educreations where they will talk about and reflect on their project with visuals and words. This could be more difficult with the camera positioned where it is. Here is a side view to show the various ports:

Provide your child with a litter-less lunch which could contain: refillable water bottle returnable, reusable or refillable drink containers instead of plastic bottles and cans snacks and sandwiches stored in plastic containers fruit that requires no wrap such as bananas, apples Put trash in the appropriate container. If a recycling bin isn't available, as where you can find one and hold on to garbage until you can dispose of it properly. Reduce and reuse as much as you can before you recycle. Reuse plastic bags, the other side of a sheet of paper etc. If you see litter, pick it up!

The Filla Sapphire 7

Set a good example. Don't be a litterbug.

If I had to rate the screen responsiveness, Id give it a 5/10. Basically, it is very responsive about the time and required a double press to open an app the other of the time. Charging the battery is required on a daily basis. When an app is selected, there is a slight lag as the app is launching.a double press to open an app the other of the time. Charging the battery is required on a daily basis. When an app is selected, there is a slight lag as the app is launching. I tried to do most of the things that a junior student (Gr 4,5) would do with it: browse web pages, watch videos, play games, take pictures, access BYOD.Peelschools.org What I found is that although the device can handle basic browsing (dont tap buttons too quickly...be patient for pages to appear), watching videos (after a delay in loading), playing most games and using social media, it was not able to handle the byod.peelschools.org site, and in particular, Office365, the new platform which all students have an account in to email, create documents and collaborate with peers/teachers. Please dont hesitate to contact me if you have any other questions tony.saccucci@peelsb.com. This review is based on the opinion of T. Saccucci and is not intended to represent the views of the employer, PDSB.

Open House
Safe Arrival!

Please join us for our Open House and Community Barbecue on Thursday, October 3rd, 2013
School Council Elections held during Open House
5:30-7:30

-this was based on my opinion and is not intended to represent the views of my employer, the PDSB.

October 16thOpportunity to Say Thank-You to Bus Drivers

Peel schools will pay tribute to bus drivers on Bus Driver Appreciation Day on Oct. 16. The day will be celebrated with special activities and events that provide teachers, students and parents an opportunity to thank the people who safely transport over 36,000 students to and from school each day.

answering machine. Please leave your childs name, the teachers name Please call for Safe Arrival if your child and reason for absence. If your is going to be absent from school for any child is away more than 3 days, a reason. You may call from 4:00 p.m. in note explaining the absence should be the afternoon the previous day through sent to the school. 8:45 a.m. of the day your child will be absent and leave a message on the

Safe Arrival 905 - 279-9251

If your child rides the bus to school, take this opportunity to thank the bus driver for his or her contribution and ask your child to do so too. The Peel board appreciates the important job bus drivers do each school day and Oct. 16 provides an opportunity to give these individuals the recognition they deserve.

Peel board students have choiceExplore program options at makingmyway.ca

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Tips for being a smart trick-or-treater

Halloween is a fun and exciting time, but safety should be the number one concern. Here are some safety tips for children: Wear a properly fitted costume that is bright and non-flammable. Use reflective tape on your costume so you can be seen in the dark. Use face makeup or enlarge the eyes on your mask so you can see well. When wearing a mask, push it up on your head while walking. Teach children to visit the front door of well lit homes and never go inside. Help your child plan a route and a time to be home. Remind children to always walk on the sidewalk, and obey traffic and pedestrian signals. Have an adult check treats at home before allowing children to eat them. Younger children should go trick-or-treating with an adult. Older children are reminded to trick-or-treat in groups. Teach children their home phone number and how to call 9-1-1 if they have an emergency or become

Students have different needs, interests and abilitiesour schools offer great educational opportunities to help all students achieve. For students looking for a more focused, specialized program, here are some options: Regional programs start in grades 6, 7 and 9 Students in regional programs still complete all of the requirements of the Ontario curriculum, but there is an increased focus on an area of interest. Information nights for students applying to start programs in September 2014 begin this November.
-Actively in Motion (AIM)

-Advanced Placement -Arts -SciTech -Strings -Truck and Coach Technology

-International Business and Technology -International and Executive Leadership Academy -Arts and Technology -Graphic Design Management: Flexology -International Baccalaureate

Specialist High Skills Major programs start in grade 11 Specialist High Skills Major programs allow students to focus their learning on a specific economic sector, while meeting the requirements to graduate from secondary school. Students gain sector-recognized certification and career-relevant training. The programs support the transition after graduation to apprenticeship training, college, university or the workplace. Peel board schools offer Specialist High Skills Major programs in the following area. Arts & Culture Business and Entrepreneurial Studies Construction Environment Health and Wellness Hospitality and Tourism Information and Communications Technology Justice, Community Safety and Emergency Services Manufacturing Sports Transportation More options for Peel board students co-operative education programs provide workplace experience extended French starts in grade 7 dual credit programs allow student to earn college credits at the same time as secondary school credits alternative programs are available for students who need flexible school hours, are dealing with unique situations, or require more support

School Council Meeting Dates 2013-2014

Thursday, October 24 Thursday, November 28 Thursday, January 23 Thursday, February 20 Thursday, March 27 Thursday, May 15

*School Council meetings start at 7:00 pm. All parents welcome!

Celebrate World Teacher Appreciation Day Saturday, October 5th

Since 1994, parents and students from around the world have celebrated World Teacher Appreciation Day to commemorate the work of teachers and their contributions to society. During the week of October 5, take the time to let your child's teacher know he or she is truly appreciated. Thank your child's teacher and let them know they are making a difference.