Nelson Mandela Park Public School

NMPPS Weekly Message

NMPPS Weekly Message

Sunday April 13, 2025


Welcome 2025/2026 Nelson Mandela Kindergarten Families

We’re so excited to welcome the newest members of the Nelson Mandela community—our incoming kindergarten families who will be joining us this September! Now that you’re registered, you’ll start receiving our weekly newsletter. It’s a great way to stay informed about what’s happening at the school, as well as community services and events you can take part in. We’re glad to have you with us!


Making Jollof Rice - Ms. Sardinha’s Kinders and Ms. Kamrad 2/3’s 

As an ongoing inquiry on food, culture and community. Ms. Sardinha’s kindergarten class and Ms. Kamrad’s 2/3 class joined forces to cook and share a meal together. We have been learning about different rice dishes around the world. We made joloff rice which is a dish from West Africa!

Designing a Sustainable Park - Ms. Browns’ Grade 4/5s

Ms. Brown’s Grade 4 and 5 class designed a sustainable park, integrating multiple subjects into their project. They applied Science by exploring energy conservation, Social Studies through mapping, Math with measurement, and Art through basic drawing and painting. As part of their learning, students identified various forms of energy and explored practical ways to use them in everyday life.


International Day of Pink - Ms. Browns’ Grade 4/5s

Ms. Brown's Grades 4 and 5 class has been engaging in important conversations about diversity, inclusion, and acceptance in honour of International Pink Day. Together, they read Say Something by Peter H. Reynolds, a story that encourages readers to use their voices to stand up for kindness, fairness, and what’s right. Inspired by the book’s message, students reflected on how small actions and brave words can help create a welcoming and safe space for everyone.


Raising Confident Easters - Mandela Parent/Caregiver Workshop

Please register if attending the workshop so that the presenters can plan accordingly.

Raising Confident Eaters Registration Form


Raising Confident Eaters Flyers (Same as image below.)



Parents/Caregivers/Guardians-Social Media and Safety: A Parent's Roadmap.

Tuesday, April 29th - Regent Park Community Centre (unfortunately same night as our Raising Confident Eaters Workshop)

Social Media and Digital Safety Flyer (Same as image below.)



TDSB Summer Programs

At the TDSB, a wide range of enriching summer programs are available to students! Check out what’s happening for Summer 2025:  

  • Elementary Summer School – The Elementary Literacy and Numeracy Summer School Program offers students in Kindergarten to Grade 8 the opportunity to continue learning over the summer. In-person programs run from July 2 to 25 from 9 a.m. to 12 p.m. at various locations. Remote option available for students in Grades 6 to 8. To register, visit the Elementary Summer School page. 
  • Special Education and Inclusion Summer School – Programs are offered from July 2- 25 for students currently enrolled in the Developmental Disability, Deaf and Hard of Hearing, and Physical Disabilities Intensive Support Programs (ISPs). Applications must be submitted by April 25. More Information and registration. 
  • Indigenous Student Summer Leadership Program – This July, First Nation, Métis and Inuit students can participate in a program that offers leadership opportunities, working with  Indigenous mentors. Learn more and express interest by completing this form. 
  • Nimkii-Kwe Akiing (Thunder Women On The Land) Summer Cultural Leadership Camp – Between July 2 and 18, First Nations, Métis, and Inuit secondary students from across the TDSB will have the opportunity to learn from Indigenous Elders and Knowledge Keepers, engage in ceremony and celebrations, and learn from the land. Learn more and register here. 

Making Math Make Sense: Practical Strategies for Black Parents & Caregivers

Making math Make Sense Flyer (Same as image below.)



Reading with your Child

Please find attached a tip sheet for families and caregivers about reading with their child/children.  There are tips for families who have early readers and older kids


Downtown Budget Town Hall on Tue Apr 15 at Harbord CI


Downtown Budget Town Hall

Tuesday, April 15, 2025, from 6:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. In-person at Harbord Collegiate Institute (286 Harbord Street, Toronto) RSVP: Register

Dear Ward 10 Parents, Guardians, Caregivers, School Councils, Student Councils, School Staff, and Community Members: Join Trustee Deborah Williams at the Downtown Budget Town Hall to learn more, ask questions, and share feedback about the TDSB Budget for the 2025-2026 school year. Please RSVP to Register if you plan to attend in person. Everyone is welcome.


Past Weekly Messages

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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