Nelson Mandela Park Public School

NMPPS Weekly Message

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NMPPS Weekly Message

Sunday November 10, 2024

 

Nelson Mandela Honours Indigenous Veterans Day

We held our first whole school assembly on Friday morning honouring Indigenous Veterans Day. Please click the link to see the video that was shared with students. Thank you to Ms. Huynh, Ms. Merkley, Ms. Smiley and Mr. Roy for planning and organizing. Thank you to the Kinders in G01, Mr. Dwyer’s French classes and Ms. Xavier’s class for their contributions to the video. Thank you to all staff for the learning in class and the displays of Poppies. We will have a moment of silence on Monday, November 11th to honour those who gave their lives to serve our country.

Nelson Mandela Assembly Video

 

Progress Reports and Kindergarten Communication of Learning

On Wednesday, November 13th, you will be receiving either their Kindergarten Communication of Learning report or their Progress Report if they are in Grades 1-8.

These reports let you know early in the school year about your child’s progress. For academic subjects like math, language, and science, the progress report tells you whether your child is progressing very well, well, or with difficulty. Progress reports do not have letter grades or percentage marks.

Connected to the November reporting period is the opportunity for families to have a conversation with their child’s teacher. Parent/Guardian-Teacher Interviews will be done on Thursday November 14th in the evening and Friday November 15th in the morning. Please note that Friday November 15th is a P.A Day for students. Your child(ren)’s teacher will arrange to have a discussion with you about your child(ren)’s progress. Teachers are available on Thursday evening until 8 PM and Friday morning until noon. Please connect with them directly to schedule a time.

 

Nelson Mandela Park - Photo Day – Tuesday, November 12th

Student Reminder Notice - Nov12  

 

Intermediate Science – Cells and Eco-System Board Game

In Science, the Grade 8's have been learning about cells and why they are important. The students created 3D models of a plant or animal cell, labelling many organelles. The class was also fortunate to have Sandra, a visiting artist, work with them to create clay expressions of a cross section of plant cells. The results are beautiful! Included in the collage is a picture of some Grade 7's playing an eco-system board game that they helped design. We are learning about how humans impact different eco-systems, both in negative and positive ways.

 

🍂 Happy Fall, Everyone! 🍂

The School Parent Council is thrilled to bring you two exciting updates this season!

 

👕  First up: School Swag is Here!  👕 

Our school clothing is now available, featuring brand-new hoodies along with classic t-shirts! Order today through School Cash Online at https://tdsb.schoolcashonline.com/. Hoodies are pre-order only, so snag yours before November 20th! All orders will be delivered directly to your child in early December—just in time for cozy winter wear.

 

🗓️ Save the Date: November 19 - Council Meeting & Parenting Workshop! 🗓️

Join us on Tuesday, November 19, from 6:00–7:30 PM for our next School Council Meeting, followed by an interactive parenting workshop, “Learning to Set Limits and Develop Routines with Your Child.” This workshop, led by experts from George Brown College’s Nelson Mandela Child Care Centre, is designed for parents and caregivers of kids of all ages. It's the perfect chance to connect and learn together!

 

School Swag Flyer 

Parenting Workshop & School Council Meeting Flyer  

Toronto Public Library – November Children’s Program Calendar

November Program Calendar (Childrens)  

Nov 15 - P.A. Day-Beaded Bracelets and Keychains  

Nov 29 Magic Mel  

Ward 10 Forum: Supporting Student Learning and Literacy | PIAC & FSLCAC Election

Date: Thursday, November 21, 2024
Time: 6:00 pm to 8:00 pm
Location: Jarvis Collegiate Institute

Please join us for a Ward 10 Forum with Trustee Williams to discuss the ways we can support student literacy. TDSB staff will make elementary school and secondary school presentations. 

REGISTER HERE  to:

  • Confirm your attendance
  • Register to vote
  • Declare your candidacy for PIAC or FLSCAC

Download and the Flyer (PDF)  

Nelson Mandela Park P.S.

As part of the Toronto District School Board, we value

  • each and every student;

  • a strong public education system;

  • a partnership of students, schools, family and community;

  • the uniqueness and diversity of our students and our community;

  • the commitment and skills of our staff;

  • equity, innovation, accountability and accessibility; and

  • learning environments that are safe, nurturing, positive and respectful.


As a school we continue to focus on:

Academic Achievement

  • Numeracy – Addressing educator learning needs in understanding the student numeracy learning continuum

  • Literacy – Comprehensive literacy with a focus on using Culturally Relevant and Responsive Pedagogy.

Equity

  • Promoting an anti-oppressive stance within an explicit focus on confronting anti-black racism

Wellbeing

  • Building staff strategies to support student coping skills to build feelings of optimism and safety

                  

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